Tributes paid as live music industry legend Vince Power dies, aged 76

Olly Alexander and a number of other performers have released a joint statement about their participation in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest after calls to boycott the competition in solidarity with Palestine.Yesterday (March 28) hundreds of queer artists, individuals and organisations called on Alexander to pull out of the competition this year, after its refusal to expel Israel.Now, Alexander, alongside Ireland’s Bambie Thug, Norway’s Gåte, Portugal’s Iolanda, San Marino’s Megara, Switzerland’s Nemo, Denmark’s SABA, Lithuania’s Silvester Belt and Finland’s Windows95Man, have signed a letter outlining their response.“We want to begin by acknowledging the privilege of taking part in Eurovision,” it begins.pic.twitter.com/VBNQWwPe46— olly alexander (@alexander_olly) March 29, 2024“In light of the current situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, and particularly in Gaza, and in Israel, we do not feel comfortable being silent. It is important to us to stand in solidarity with the oppressed and communicate our heartfelt wish for peace, an immediate and lasting ceasefire, and the safe return of all hostages.

It's alright being Scottish – even if we haven't won in six games.

BBC presenter David Capper has sadly passed away at the age of 91.The legendary journalist, who was a former BBC Ireland Correspondent, reported on some of the most challenging times during the Troubles across TV and radio. David leaves behind three children, Chris, Diarmit and Samantha, and nine grandchildren. Adam Smyth, Director of BBC NI, has paid an emotional tribute to David, calling him a "journalistic icon".

Princess Catherine reportedly celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in a big way… despite her hiatus from public life!

Kate Middleton, who was unable to attend Sunday’s St. Patrick’s Day parade, gave several soldiers a special treat this year to make up for her absence. The missing princess reportedly gave a local regimental bar in the UK town of Aldershot nearly $2,500 toward the bill so that members of the Irish Guard could celebrate the holiday at a post-parade party, reports the Daily Mail.

Sinead O’Connor’s daughter performed an emotional cover of ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ during a tribute show in the US last night (March 20) – watch the footage below.The special concert, which was announced in January, took place at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Dubbed ‘Sinéad & Shane At Carnegie Hall’, the event was held in memory of O’Connor and the late Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan – both of whom died last year.As the Independent reports, “the closing suite of songs” included a moving rendition of O’Connor’s classic 1990 single ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ by her 28-year-old daughter Roisin Waters.She appeared barefoot on stage and was backed by a live band.

The eagerly anticipated musical Come From Away is coming to The Lowry Theatre.

Jonny Evans withdrew from the Manchester United starting XI "at the last minute" before their victory against Liverpool.

Mel Schilling has heaped praise on her supportive husband Gareth as she continues to recover from her recent cancer ordeal. The Married At First Sight Australia star, who shares daughter Madison with Northern Irish Gareth, 51, said her family have been her rocks as she recovers. Mel, 52, had a tumour removed three months ago and told the Belfast Telegraph: "I’m feeling great, but my energy isn’t back yet.

CMAT has revealed that she had a plan to film an epic music video with Jedward for her second album.The singer-songwriter took to X/Twitter to share her love for the group – comprised of twins John and Edward Grimes, who first found fame on X Factor back in 2009.After their time on the show, the Irish pop duo went on to release four studio albums, and have frequently made appearances on reality television across the UK. However, the siblings have been making headlines more recently following the comments made by former X Factor judge Louis Walsh, who described them as “vile” while on Celebrity Big Brother.“They were vile…But they were great.

Beloved TV star Charlie Bird has sadly passed away at age 74.The heartbreaking news comes after the RTE legend shared his diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease with the public in 2021. Seamus Dooley, Irish secretary of the National Union of Journalists, shared the tragic news with an emotional statement. He wrote: "Although we have been expecting this news, it is still a moment of enormous sadness.

Alex Ritman Belfast hip-hop trio Kneecap has canceled several shows they were due to perform at the SXSW festival to support their wild comedy biopic “Kneecap” in “in solidarity with the people of Gaza.” In a statement posted on its social media channels, the group — who go by the stage names of Mo Chara, Móglaí Bap and DJ Próvaí and star as themselves in the film — said that the decision was made due to “highlight the unacceptable deep links the festival has to weapons companies and the US military who at this very moment are enabling a genocide and famine against a trapped population.”We will not be appearing at @sxsw festival.

Louis Walsh is currently a housemate in the latest edition of Celebrity Big Brother. Before heading into the house, the 71 year old's appearance on the show quickly made headlines. Especially because it was widely reported that he'd be reuniting on TV with his old X Factor co star, Sharon Osbourne, for the first time in seven years.

CMAT was joined on stage by John Grant in Manchester last night (March 8) for a version of their collaborative song ‘Where Are Your Kids Tonight?’ – check it out below. The performance came as part of BBC’s 6 Music Festival, which is currently taking place across Greater Manchester this weekend. CMAT was playing the O2 Victoria Warehouse, in the slot immediately before headliner Gossip.

Will Hollywood experience another actors strike in the coming months?

Girls Aloud have shared previously unheard music, which features vocals from the late Sarah Harding.Fans can now hear three previously unreleased songs from the iconic British girl group, as they share a reissue of their 2004 album ‘What Will The Neighbours Say?’.Released to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the sophomore album – and their first to be recorded with pop production house Xenomania – the album is now available in new formats, and comes with three songs that were kept under wraps until now.The three tracks are originals titled ‘Disco Bunny’ and ‘Baby When You Go’, and the third is their take on the hit 1991 single by Chris Isaak, ‘Wicked Game’.Across all of the newly shared songs, vocals are heard by Sarah Harding – her first appearance in Girls Aloud material since their 2012 reunion, which saw them share the ‘Ten’ greatest hit compilation. The singer passed away in 2021 after a battle with breast cancer.The rendition of ‘Wicked Game’ was originally recorded in 2005 and set to be released as a single in May of that year.

to themselves right now? Lohan's bridal-esque silk gown is pretty appropriate, given that she wore it to the premiere of her new rom-com Irish Wish—in which Lohan's character is magically granted her wish to trade places with the woman marrying the man of her dreams.Bride or not, Lohan's look was full-on glam for the New York City premiere. Her silky, spaghetti-strap dress featured ruching at the bodice to give it a figure-hugging fit and a low neckline to show off her curves. She wore her hair in loose, red waves, and accessorized with plenty of jewelry, including sparkly bangles, dangling earrings, and lots of rings.

Saoirse Ruane, who was known from the RTE Late Late Toy Show - a special Christmas edition of the Late Late Show, currently hosted by Cat Deeley's husband Patrick Kielty, has tragically died at the age of 12. Her family shared the sad news that she passed away after a four year cancer battle, peacefully at her home with her loved ones around her on Tuesday (March- 5). In an Instagram post, her mother Roseanna said: “When there are no words.

Coronation Street star Sue Cleaver had a cheeky warning for her son during a live TV appearance as she said 'it's my time'. The actress has been seen taking on new roles away from the cobbles where she is famed for playing Eileen Grimshaw.

Sunderland are still in the hunt for a new manager after Michael Beale was sacked last month. And former boss Roy Keane remains among the favourites.