M&S faces backlash over checkout change to help Ukraine fundraising efforts

Rammstein, Faith No More, Ministry and Filter, to cover The Beatles’ 1969 classic ‘Come Together’.In stark contrast to the ‘Abbey Road’ original’s chill, groove-inflected pop feel, the star-studded cover turns ‘Come Together’ into a bourbon-soaked swag-rock anthem, replete with a searing, overdriven riff, stomp-and-clap percussion and smoky vocal harmonies. To that end, it interpolates elements of Queen’s 1977 hit ‘We Will Rock You’, with the lyric changed to “we will stop you”.The project was steered by COP International founder Christian Petke, alongside legendary producer John Fryer (Depeche Mode, Cocteau Twins, Nine Inch Nails).

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorIn two weeks, actors Milan Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have exceeded their goal of raising $30 million to help Ukrainian refugees displaced by Russia’s savage war on the country. The crowdfunding effort has now raised nearly $35 million — and counting.The married couple had previously pledged to match up to $3 million in donations toward the GoFundMe campaign (available at this link).

UK broadcasters ITV and STV have announced that they will stage a live concert later this month to raise money for the Disasters Emergency Committee’s Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal.Performers taking part are set to be announced in the run up to the concert, although organisers have said that they are aiming for “a unique event spreading a message of hope and support”, with a mixture of music performances and short films.Produced by Livewire Pictures, with radio company Global on board as media partner and Marks & Spencer as headline sponsor, all sponsorship and advertising revenue generated by the event will be donated to the DEC appeal – which should raise around £3 million.“Music is a very powerful tool when it comes to showing support and solidarity, and at ITV we are proud and privileged to be working with Livewire Pictures, Global, M&S and the DEC on such an important and necessary fundraising event”, says Katie Rawcliffe, Head Of Entertainment Commissioning at ITV.Meanwhile, Kelly Williams and Simon Daglish – Managing Director and Deputy Managing Director at ITV Commercial – add: “As we’ve witnessed the horrific events unfolding before our eyes we want to work with brands to show our industry’s support and raise as much money as possible for the millions of people affected by this crisis.

Patti Smith, Gogol Bordello, The Hold Steady’s Craig Finn, Suzanne Vega and more in attendance.Gogol Bordello frontman Eugene Hutz, who was born in Ukraine, co-hosted the benefit at NYC’s City Winery, to raise funds for financial and humanitarian relief in the country. In total, $130,000 was raised, with proceeds going to Come Back Alive, a foundation that provides support to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, and Care.org.Among the funds raised, there was a $50,000 donation by Yoko Ono and Sean Ono Lennon to Doctors Without Borders.

Ukraine. Alan Carr, Michael McIntyre and Romesh Ranganathan are teaming up as part of a star-studded line-up for a comedy event raising money for the war-torn country. The charity benefit will be held across two nights at London's Eventim Apollo on March 28 and 30 in aid of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Humanitarian Appeal providing aid to those fleeing Ukraine.

Bella Hadid is taking a note from her sister Gigi Hadid.

Famous comedians across the UK are joining forces to put on a special show to raise money for Ukraine.

Prince William is facing backlash after describing the attack on Ukraine as “alien” compared to past conflicts that have taken place in Africa and Asia.The 39 year old was visiting the Ukrainian Cultural Centre in London with wife Kate Middleton when the comments were made as he met with volunteers sorting out aid transportation for those suffering in the Russian invasion currently. It was reported by The Independent that Prince William told volunteers: “It’s very alien to see this in Europe.

Prince William is facing backlash for comments made while visiting the Ukrainian Cultural Centre on Wednesday.

In light of the ongoing war in Ukraine, sources tell Deadline that WME will not be hosting its agency’s Oscar party this year, and instead will be donating $1 million  to UNICEF to support families in Ukraine and other areas displaced by war.

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher revealed they are halfway to their fundraising goal as they raise money for the people of Ukraine. Kunis, who was born in Ukraine and moved to America shortly after the Soviet Union fell, and Kutcher gave followers an update on the amount of funds raised and how the money would be used.The couple's goal is $30 million. "We just wanted to give you a quick update as to where we stand with the fundraising.

Rammstein have spoken out in support of the Ukraine in light of the country’s ongoing conflict with Russia.It comes after Ukraine severed diplomatic ties with Russia and declared martial law after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered an attack on the neighbouring nation last month (February 24).On Friday (March 4), the German band took to social media to post an image of Ukraine’s blue and yellow flag with the Rammstein logo in the middle, showing their support for those affected by the attacks.“The band Rammstein wishes to express its support for the nation of Ukraine as it resists the shocking attack perpetrated by the Russian government,” they wrote.

Bloom Twins, who’ll also be performing on the night.All money raised will be donated to the Disasters Emergency Committee to support humanitarian and emergency response work in Ukraine and neighbouring countries.On February 24, Russia sent military forces into Ukraine. As reported by The Washington Post, The United Nations has recorded at least 752 civilian casualties so far across Ukraine, with 227 killed and 525 injured, including scores of children.

Queen Elizabeth II is lending her support to the people of Ukraine.A Buckingham Palace source confirmed to ET that the queen has made a generous donation privately to the Disasters Emergency Committee Ukraine Humanitarian appeal.The donation is unusual for the queen, the source shared, who usually stays neutral when it comes to politics.«This is unusual for the royal family as they typically stay out of politics and don’t provide monetary support,» the palace's source told ET.The queen's private donation comes after the royal family's outward support for the Ukrainian people, with Prince William and Kate Middleton and Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles, all putting on a united front amid Russia's unprovoked attacks on Ukraine.Over the weekend, William and Kate issued a statement via their verified Twitter account, writing, «In October 2020 we had the privilege to meet President Zelenskyy and the First Lady to learn of their hope and optimism for Ukraine’s future.