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Vernon Kay has opened up on his I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! experience, disagreeing with a former campmate who said bosses are "controlling." Olympic diver Matty Lee, who took part in the 2021 series of the show, said he didn’t realise how “controlled” being on the show would be. "One thing that shocked me was how controlled it is, more than I thought it would be.

Harry Maguire has admitted to feeling "embarrassed" after finally ending Manchester United's woeful record from corners this season.Prior to Sunday's win away to Leeds United, the Red Devils had taken 139 corners without scoring in the Premier League, despite hiring a specific set-piece coach in the summer.The club had been the subject of ridicule after struggling to score from corners this season following the arrival of Eric Ramsay in pre-season.However, their baron run from corners has now come to an end after Maguire headed home a Luke Shaw delivery to give United the lead at Elland Road on Sunday.Speaking to Sky Sports after the match, Maguire reflected on the unwanted record and admitted it was "embarrassing"."Every time I see the stat I feel embarrassed myself," explained the United captain."I’m a big part in that set-play routine and trying to score from corners but as a team, as a group, we’ve been nowhere near good enough."It’s a big part of the game and for sure if we score more from corners and set-plays we’ll be higher in the table.Will Manchester United finish in the top four this season? Let us know in the comments section below."I know you can play all this pretty football but set-plays are a massive part of the game and this season’s been nowhere near good enough on that behalf."Bruno Fernandes added to Maguire's goal to give United a 2-0 lead at half-time before Leeds pegged them back in dramatic fashion with two goals inside 30 seconds.Substitutes Fred and Anthony Elanga were able to rescue all three points, though, as they came off the bench to score and seal a 4-2 win.On sealing victory, Maguire added: "Yeah, I think that’s the most pleasing aspect of the game.

Storm Franklin will arrive this evening, and stay through to 7am Monday (February 21).While it is expected to be less dangerous than Storm Eunice, amber weather warnings have been issued in Northern Ireland.The amber warning areas will face winds of between 60 and 70mph - but coastal areas could see the wind reach 80mph.While Manchester-based Chadderton Weather Centre, the violent storm phenomenon could bring wind gusts of up to 80mph in the northwest.The data was taken from the Tornado and Storm Research Organisation, as reported by the Mirror.Writing on Twitter, the independent meteorologist warned of "isolated brief tornadoes", as well as cloud-to-ground lightning.Environment agencies have also issued hundreds of alerts for flooding across the UK, and the North West is expected to be worst hit by up to 80mm of rain.Eunice destroyed buildings and left 1.4 million homes without power on Friday - bringing the strongest winds seen on these shores since the Great Storm of 1987.Storm Dudley also hit parts of the UK last week, and meteorologist Becky Mitchell said three named storms in such quick succession is a first since the system was introduced seven years ago.Keep up to date with all the latest news stories. by signing up for one of Daily Star's free newsletters here.She told the PA news agency: "This is the first time we have had three named storms within a week, and we started the storm naming system in 2015."At the moment we've got a really active jet stream, which is why we're seeing so many storms track right towards the UK."We had Dudley on Wednesday, Eunice on Friday and Franklin today."Ms Mitchell said there will "definitely be some impact" from Storm Franklin but it is not expected to be "as severe" as Eunice

Piers Morgan appears to very much enjoy the claims that he is "irreplaceable" following his famous exit from Good Morning Britain last year.The controversial TV star commanded quite the following from his time on the ITV show and tends to keep fans divided with his views and no-holds-barred comments. Piers' exit from the show followed his controversial comments regarding Meghan Markle after her interview with Oprah last year, and since his exit, a permanent replacement is yet to be named.

Tobey Maguire is enjoying himself!

Anne Hathaway has been enjoying her European getaway with her youngest son Jack, 2. The 39-year-old and her son were spotted vacationing in Rome on Sunday, Feb. 20. The Princess Diaries actress rocked a navy blazer and matching cap paired with a pair of jeans and big sunglasses as she held little Jack. Jack donned a fashionable white, red and blue tri-colored jacket and white pants as he rested in his mama’s arms.

Manchester United attacker Anthony Elanga looked as though he was hit by an object during his side’s 4-2 win over Leeds.In the first game in front of fans between the two at Elland Road since October 2003, the teenager dropped to the floor holding his head after Fred gave United a 3-2 lead in the 70th minute and the team celebrated by the corner flag. It looked as though the object was a coin thrown by a fan.Elanga, who was only on the pitch for three minutes after Ralf Rangnick substituted him on, was hurt by the object and subsequently received medical attention.

Bruno Fernandes was hailed by Manchester United supporters for his involvement in their fourth goal against Leeds on Sunday as Anthony Elanga put the game to bed.The Portugal international midfielder played a key role as Ralf Rangnick's side threw away a two-goal lead before adding another two goals at Elland Road.His most notable impact after scoring the second of the game was in setting up Elanga to make the score 4-2 after 87 minutes, having flicked the ball over Pascal Struijk before knocking the ball past Luke Ayling.With Elanga then sliding the ball past the despairing Illan Meslier, supporters went back to credit Fernandes as he gets back to his best in the Premier League.One fan wrote: "What a brilliant player he is. That flick was exceptional!!"With a second adding: "Don’t wanna jinx but Bruno of old is back."A third continued: "Imagine not rating Bruno Fernandes, phenomenal player."With a fourth concluding: "I don’t think any midfielder can do this in any league."Will Manchester United finish in the top four this season? Give us your thoughts in the comments sectionFormer England winger Chris Waddle then said of the goal on BBC Radio 5 Live: "Another good goal.

New Hulu series “Pam & Tommy” dramatizes the circumstances surrounding the leak of the former couple’s infamous sex tape, but how much of what viewers see onscreen is actually true?

Dancing On Ice presenters Holly Willoughby and Philip Schofield were barely able to contain their giggles as they tried out a ‘first’ on the show. Holly, 40, could be heard screaming and Phil, 59, laughing as they took part in rehearsals for DOI and found themselves being strapped to stands and pushed onto the skating rink.

Ralf Rangnick believes Manchester United's pulsating 4-2 win at Leeds United was the 'best reply' to reports of disruption in the dressing room.

Helen Flanagan looked super-glam as she headed out on the town for a friend's 30th birthday celebrations.

Manchester City won't change their approach to the title race despite dropping points against Tottenham this weekend.

Bruno Fernandes has hailed the impact Fred made on Manchester United in their 4-2 win against Leeds on Sunday afternoon.

Harry Maguire has revealed that Manchester United players were told they had to score more goals in order to defeat Leeds United at half-time.

A woman was killed after she was hit by a driver in south Manchester during a police chase.

TV presenter Ruth Langsford returned to social media on Sunday, after her husband Eamonn Holmes's sensational interview a day earlier.The stylish star didn't make a comment on her spouse's criticisms of his former employer, however, instead simply sharing a behind-the-scenes glimpse of her delicious-looking Sunday breakfast, complete with eggs, bacon and mushrooms.MORE: Eamonn Holmes sparks response as he gives update on his healthThe GB News host spoke to the Daily Mail's Weekend magazine on Saturday, where he spoke about leaving This Morning for his new job and gave his side of the story for the first time.During the interview, the star commented on the behaviour of his former co-star Philip Schofield during a 2019 video link with Ruth to promote an episode of Loose Women she was hosting.WATCH: Ruth Langsford reveals heartbreaking regret about her dad's sad passingEamonn described Philip's actions in cutting off Ruth mid-sentence as a "snub", saying: "Phillip is renowned for snubbing people. He's very passive-aggressive.

The Queen has tested positive for COVID-19.

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Krystin Ver Linden’s debut movie Alice arrives with the assurance that it is based on true events, one of those vague guarantees that lingers in the back of your mind while the movie unspools and what you think you’re watching turns out to be something very, very different. Factuality is often a moot point in cinema—with his legendarily terrible 1957 space vampire flick Plan 9 from Outer Space, Ed Wood even tried reverse-psychology, asking viewers, “Can you prove that it didn’t happen?” But with a slick slave drama-slash-revenge thriller it immediately raises questions of taste and decency: is this really the proper vehicle for a meditation on Civil Rights? Surprisingly, Ver Linden’s film walks that tightrope very well. There are wobbles for sure, but the commitment from her cast keep its intentions pure even when the storytelling falters, which is often.