Aki Kaurismaki’s ‘Fallen Leaves’ Voted Best Film of the Past Year by International Film Critics Federation Fipresci

It’s September 1 – all aboard the Hogwarts Express.

We’re back, Insiders. Jesse Whittock here. After a week away, we’ve got you covered for all the big news as festival season gears up once again. We’ve been mob-handed in Venice while diligently covering all the major TV and film news around the world. Let’s begin…

It is possible that in his search for CNN’s next boss, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav simply checked back through the news network’s archives. 

Luke Combs and his wife, Nicole, have welcomed a new addition to their family!

gave his first major interview to podcaster Joe Rogan on Wednesday. In a free-wheeling two-hour appearance he laughed off attempts to pigeonhole him politically and decried how hard life has become for people in forgotten rural areas.He largely stayed clear of talking about his own family and background, apart from saying he is hoping someone will buy his battered truck, and alluding to his own personal struggles with substance abuse. But his wife Tiffany’s grandfather, Arthur Brogdon, told The Post of their pride at his success, calling him a dedicated family man.The “Rich Men North of Richmond” singer’s real name is Chris Lunsford.

Cooking Vinyl Publishing has signed a deal covering the songs catalogue of indie-rock duo Her’s, four years after they were killed in a car accident while on tour in the US.The deal has been agreed between Cooking Vinyl, the band’s record label and management company Heist Or Hit, and the families of the two band members, Audun Laading and Stephen Fitzpatrick. It is the first time that the songs in the catalogue have been published.“We are honoured to announce our new partnership with Cooking Vinyl Publishing in commemoration of the enduring musical legacy of Her’s, a fantastically unique duo that has left an everlasting mark on music fans across the world”, says Heist Or Hit’s Martin Colclough.“We’re incredibly proud to have witnessed the hugely positive impact that Stephen and Audun’s songs have made over the past four years”, he goes on, “and this new collaboration will enable us to preserve their musical heritage and continue to inspire future generations”.Cooking Vinyl Publishing Managing Director Ryan Farley adds: “We’re immensely proud to be entrusted with Stephen and Audun’s amazing songs at Cooking Vinyl.

Naman Ramachandran The third edition of Fragments Festival (Sept. 28-Oct. 1) – set up as a platform for underrepresented filmmakers and as a showcase of films featuring unique individuals and minority groups – returns to London’s Genesis cinema and will open with Ken Loach‘s “The Old Oak.” The film centers on struggling pub The Old Oak, where tensions mount following the sudden arrival of Syrian refugees who have been housed in the area.

September has finally arrived, officially marking the end of meteorological summer and kickstarting autumn.

Lee Johnson reckons 'small margins' cost him his job at Hibs as the departing boss bids an emotional farewell to Easter Road.

The official matchday programmes for home nation games at Rugby World Cup 2023 France are available to order now from reachsportshop.com.

Italian producer and Lido habitué Mario Gianani is at the Venice Film Festival this year with Saverio Costanzo’s drama Finally Dawn which world premieres in Competition on Friday.

Now the new school term has started, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding families to open a Tax-Free Childcare account to save up to £2,000 per child on their annual childcare bills. Families can use their Tax-Free Childcare account to pay for any approved childcare including holiday, breakfast and after school clubs, childminders and nurseries.

EastEnders fans are wondering if a major return may be on the cards for Max Branning, as the Cindy Beale comeback storyline unfolds.

St Mirren boss Stephen Robinson has seen his side's impressive start to the season rewarded with a manager of the month award.

Richard Madeley has slammed “ridiculous” presenters who believed they’re more “special” than others because they’re on TV.

Wes Anderson arrived on the Lido this morning with The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, his second film of the year and his latest Roald Dahl adaptation following 2009’s Fantastic Mr. Fox. 

Survivor and Big Brother maker Banijay France has set its leadership team, with Sébastien Petiot and Delphine Plantive joining as Chief Operating Officer and Director of Editorial Strategy and New Business respectively.

Denise Van Outen and Blue's Duncan James appeared on Good Morning Britain, where they shared a big and exciting collaboration announcement. GMB hosts Robert Rinder and Charlotte Hawkins first stated that Denise and Duncan looked “so sweet together” on Friday's episode, 1 September, before Denise joked about their news.

Ben Shephard has wished his wife, Annie, a happy birthday on Instagram. Though the 48 year old doesn’t really share much about his personal life with fans, he posted a sweet message along with a lovely photo of Annie looking joyful as she smiled while out in the sun.

Tunisia has picked Kaouther Ben Hania’s Four Daughters, which debuted in competition at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, as its entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2024 Oscars. 

Celebrity Masterchef viewers were left in tears after contestant Wynne Evans' heartbreaking story behind his dish.The semi-finalists were tasked with creating a meal which was inspired by a memory and the recollection behind Wynne's dish left some viewers fighting back the waterworks. When asked about the reason for his dish, Wynne said his was in honour of his Belgian grandfather who had to flee the country during the war. In honour of him and his story, Wynne cooked Boudin Blanc - creamy white sausage with chicken mince flavoured with truffle, nutmeg and thyme - Stomp (mash potato, carrots, leeks and bacon) and beer-braised chicory topped with an onion and Belgian beer gravy.