Eamonn Holmes claims he’s been left “bitter” after being forced to sell a property in Northern Ireland following a tax dispute.
02.01.2024 - 23:17 / ok.co.uk
Professional darts player Luke Littler has shared the unusual way that he will be preparing for the World Championship darts final, following his sensational performance on Tuesday night. In Luke's latest tournament, he faced his toughest challenge to date by beating 2018 champion Rob Cross. Following his victory at just 16 years old, Luke said: "Crazy to think I'm in a World Championship debut in my final.
I was happy winning one game but I could go all the way!" He added: "I've just settled on the stage. It took me a few legs to settle in the game and once I found that rhythm I was good to go!" The young star then revealed what he will be doing to prepare for the final. He said: "I'll do what I've been doing.
In the morning, go for a ham and cheese omelette, then come here have a pizza and then practice! That's what I've done every day". Luke first grabbed the headlines after revealing in a post-match interview that he enjoyed a kebab after every match. He said: "[My go-to order is] Just the standard mayonnaise, lettuce, with Doner wrap." Considering Luke's young age, he has already had a highly successful career.
He won the Youth Grand Prix and the Isle of Man Masters youth competition prize in 2019 and 2020, and later went on to win the youth title at the England Open in September 2021. He claimed his first senior title at the Irish Open in November 2021. Former four-time semi-finalist Wayne Mardle hailed Luke after his recent win and praised his temperament.
He told Sky Sports: "He continues to perform beyond the highest level, It's magnificent!" Wayne added: "He averages 106.05 in the biggest match of his life.
The kid just takes it all in his stride. Absolutely magnificent. If you're sat at home and witnessed that
Eamonn Holmes claims he’s been left “bitter” after being forced to sell a property in Northern Ireland following a tax dispute.
An Antiques Roadshow guest has been left stunned to discover the staggering value of two vases she purchased in a charity shop for just £2. In an episode that aired on January 21, folks from Derry, Northern Ireland, brought their treasures to Ebrington Square for valuation. One lady brought in two floral vases she'd bought for a quid each after negotiating the price down at a charity shop.
Eamonn Holmes was 'forced' to sell his beloved home in Belfast after losing two appeals against HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).The 64 year old TV alum shared in a yet-to-be-aired interview that tax officials had ruled that he was a staff member when working for ITV. He insists that he was a freelancer and never received any sick pay, holiday pay, or shares in companies, however, HMRC ruled that he needed to pay ten years of backdated national insurance and tax payments.This led to Eamonn being faced with a reported bill of £250,000, leaving him with no choice but to sell his property in the Belmont area of Belfast.
Greater Manchester is set to be battered over the next few days as a 'danger to life' warning has been issued for the region. A yellow weather warning will be in place from midday on Sunday, January 21 to midday on Monday, January 22 and covers the entire county.
Paul Mescal has confirmed he has finished filming the Gladiator sequel.Director Ridley Scott announced he had written the sequel for his 2000 original film back in 2021; by January 2023, Mescal was in talks to star in the film. The cast is also set to feature Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington.Appearing on The Graham Norton Show last night (January 19), Mescal told Norton he had finished filming the day before, joking: “I survived it”.When Norton asked for a potential release date, Mescal first said: “Somebody’s going to assassinate me if I say anything further.”But then the actor relented, saying audiences might be able to see Gladiator 2 in “Thanksgiving this year”.Mescal also opened up about the casting process for the sequel, revealing he was performing A Streetcar Named Desire when he got the call.“I was doing Streetcar Named Desire and that’s when Sir Ridley Scott called and said, ‘do you wanna do this?’,” he recalled.“I was like, is the Pope Catholic? Yeah!”Scott has previously explained his thoughts on casting Mescal as the leading role in his upcoming movie, saying he came across the Irish actor through Normal People: “It’s not my kind of show but I saw four episodes in a row – boom, boom, boom.”“I was thinking, ‘Who the hell is this Paul Mescal?’,” he continued.
Studiocanal rolled out the red carpet at the Unifrance Paris Rendez-vous this week for actor Gilles Lellouche’s upcoming feature film Beating Hearts (L’Amour Ouf).
Nell Mescal has announced her debut EP ‘Can I Miss It For A Minute?’ – listen to new single ‘Killing Time’ below.The Irish singer-songwriter is due to release the collection on May 3 via LAB Records. You can pre-save/pre-add it here.Arriving today (January 19), ‘Killing Time’ finds Mescal ruminating over a past relationship.
The Motion Picture Association has renewed chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin‘s contract for another three-year term.
The BBC today unveiled the 57 companies that have won cash funding through the 2024 round of its Small Indie Fund.
Love Island ’s Teddy Soares has reportedly called it quits on his relationship with the stunning Irish model and actress, Casey Boonstra. The 29-year-old reality star, known for his memorable stint on Love Island, had embarked on a series of dates with Casey last year after parting ways with his long-term girlfriend, Faye Winter. Teddy openly confirmed his return to the dating scene in October, expressing his happiness and enthusiasm about a new romantic chapter after his break-up.
Many across Greater Manchester have woken up tho e blanket of snow outside as the white stuff fell overnight. As a result there is disruption on the roads with a number of schools also having to close their doors.
Mark Ronson has shared his thoughts on the upcoming Amy Winehouse biopic Back To Black.Directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson, the film stars Marisa Abela (Industry) as Winehouse and charts the iconic singer’s vibrant years living in London, as well as her intense rise to fame. It is due to be released in the UK and Ireland on April 12, 2024.The movie, which has been approved by the late artist’s estate, features many of Winehouse’s hit songs, recorded and performed by Abela.
told The Sunday Times. “The issue is that there have been so many queer performances in cinema that have been offensive, but that’s because the filmmakers and the actors have been careless.” “I don’t think this film exists in that conversation whatsoever.
Marisa Abela becomes Amy Winehouse in the first trailer for the forthcoming musical biopic Back to Black.
Warnings have been issued to the vulnerable as a plume of Arctic air looks set to bring snow and send temperatures plummeting in the coming days.
Back To Black, the upcoming Amy Winehouse biopic. You can watch it above.Directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson, the film stars Marisa Abela (Industry) as Winehouse and charts the iconic singer’s vibrant years living in London as well as her intense rise to fame.Alongside Abela, Back To Black also stars Jack O’Connell as Winehouse’s ex-husband Blake Fielder-Civil, Eddie Marsan as her father Mitch, Juliet Cowan as her mother Janis, and Lesley Manville as her grandmother Cynthia.The film, which has the approval of the singer’s estate, features many of Winehouse’s hit songs, recorded and performed in the movie by Abela.Taylor-Johnson said via a press release: “Discovering a talent like Marisa Abela is akin to finding gold dust.
The tragic last days of Grammy-award-winning Irish singer Sinead O'Connor, who sadly passed away in July last year, have been revealed.The cause of her death has now been confirmed by a coroner as natural causes. Sinead, famous for her hit song Nothing Compares 2 U and her iconic shaved head, was found unresponsive at her home in Herne Hill, south-east London. At the time, the Metropolitan Police said her death wasn't being treated as suspicious.
under the ownership of Dick Clark Productions. But, even with all the changes, the ceremony — hosted by Jo Koy — should still see A-listers boozing it up and duking it out for Hollywood’s second biggest prize.Here are The Post’s critics’ picks for which movies and TV shows will win on Sunday, Jan.
The Traitors is back on BBC One with its second series this week, and a new group of contestants are competing for a prize fund worth up to £120,000.The show, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, takes place at the Ardross Castle estate in Scotland. Among the contestants is Diane Carson, 63, who has already become a fan favourite on social media. Family life It's understood Diane, originally from Northern Ireland, lives in Lancashire with her husband, and she's a parent and grandparent.
The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, is no stranger to high-street brands. Kate can often be seen wearing pieces with affordable price tags, but never fails to pull off a style that looks sophisticated and expensive.