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Queen Elizabeth II. Her Majesty passed away on Thursday (September 8), Buckingham Palace confirmed in a statement.It read: said: "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. READ MORE: King Charles III, 73, makes heartbreaking first statement following Queen's death "The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."HRH reigned over the United Kingdom since 1952 and is the country’s longest-serving monarch.Tributes to have paid to the monarch from across the world.

Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid has claimed His Majesty, King Charles III, has offered an "olive branch" to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in his address to the nation.King Charles III addressed the nation on Friday evening (September 9), following the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II on September 8 at the age of 96.In His Majesty's address, King Charles III explained the changes that would be taking place in the palace, including Prince William and Kate taking on the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales.READ NEXT: King Charles teary-eyed in first public speech with emotional tribute to QueenThe King also stated: "I want to also express my love to Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas."During a one-off Saturday edition of ITV talk show Good Morning Britain, presenter Susanna Reid reflected on King Charles III's speech to the nation.She commented that The King's address gave an "olive branch" to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and that he did not want to have a "divide" between them and the Royal Family.Susanna said: "an olive branch to Prince Harry and Meghan."The King expressed his love for both of them in his televised address."She added: "He mentioned Harry and Meghan, he isn't having this divide."He's expressing his love and allowing them to do what they want to do."Presenter Ben Shepherd also reflected on The King's address and the new titles given to Prince William and Kate, saying: "William and Kate have become Prince and Princess of Wales."Speaking about the history associated with the title of Princess of Wales, he added: "Kate will be the first to use the title since Diana."During his address to the nation, King Charles III also spoke about the impact of the death

UFC 279 this weekend - but MMA fans have been thrilled by their new match-ups. Undefeated Chimaev, who was a huge favourite to beat veteran Diaz in the last fight of his UFC contract, missed weight by 7.5 pounds after Dana White cancelled the press conference due to a back-stage scrap.After a frantic few hours in which matchmakers went back to the drawing board in a bid to save the T-Mobile Arena card, Diaz will face a fellow veteran with Chimaev going up against Kevin Holland their own war of words. READ NEXT: Ex-Chelsea prospect tormented by Didier Drogba now fighting for heavyweight MMA title Stockton's Diaz (20-13) will take on former Interim UFC Lightweight Champion Tony Ferguson (25-7) who has moved up to welterweight after losing four consecutive bouts.Chimaev (11-0) will now face Holland (23-7), who was due to fight Daniel Rodriguez, at catchweight after their backstage feud spiralled out of control in the week.To complete the top three fights on the card, Ferguson's planned opponent Li Jingliang (19-7) will take on Rodriguez (16-2), despite him weighing in 10lbs less. Will Nate Diaz win in what might be his final UFC bout? Give us your thoughts in the comments section below. One fan wrote: "Card is now 10x better than what it originally was supposed to be!!" With a second adding: "This is one of the greatest events to ever happen in this sport."A third continued: "This is 10x better." With a fourth agreeing: "Circumstances aside this is quite an upgrade."Chimaev, who battled past former title contender Gilbert Burns back in April, is said to have missed weight by such a margin after advice to stop cutting came from a doctor.White said of the card changes: "Obviously, when something like this happens, you have

Celebrity Gogglebox, leaving viewers across the nation in hysterics with their quick wit and humour.However, Paul and Melanie, 48, have opted to keep their family life rather private over the course of their careers and very rarely speak about one another.READ MORE: Zoe Ball originally snubbed Celeb Gogglebox before son Woody forced her to change mindDue to this, Paul admits he's found himself being asked some bizarre questions by people who don't know the Spice Girls star is actually his sister.Speaking exclusively to the Daily Star, he said: "Our Mel is quite a private person, I'm not, I respect her privacy and I don't post anything that's going on with her."It's really funny, a lot of people have seen us on Gogglebox, people I've known for 10 - 15 years through racing, they come up to me and they go 'What's the sketch with you and Melanie C? Is that your girlfriend?'"I'm like 'That's a bit weird, that's my sister!' but because I've had my own career, I've always done my own thing and our Mel has always respected that."It's funny when you do get asked when people are like 'I didn't know the connection.'"Praising his sister, he added: "She's one of the quickest-witted, loveliest, funny people I've ever met."Even though I'm used to the TV, I was a bit nervous about doing it with my sister, she's my big sister and she p***es on my chips when I think I'm funny, she gives me a right room for my money."We were a class act on Gogglebox to be fair, she's a funny lady."Despite entertaining the nation, Paul admits he's never watched himself back on the show but says: "It was shocked to be asked on that programme."It was a shock and a privilege but it was nice to spend some time with her."Paul continued: "My sister was adamant

READ MORE: Queen's death led to 'polar opposite' responses by Charles and Harry, claims expertMany companies have been rushing to tweet out announcements about the Queen following her death.Among the more unusual are the British Kebab awards, who decided to put out a tweet when the Queen passed. The British Kebab Awards said: "It is with great sadness that we acknowledge Her Majesty the Queen's passing.

READ MORE: Britain's most tattooed woman has last laugh after trolls say she'll 'regret ink at 60' The 56-year-old, from Germany, set pulses racing with the sexy snap.One fan swooned: "Lovely full body tattoo", while another said: "Beautiful woman".And a third added: "Looks like you are really enjoying yourself."Kerstin got her first inking a decade ago, when she felt self-conscious in her skin.She quickly got hooked on ink and has since forked out £25,000 on her body art collection that covers her from head to toe.The granny feels a lot more confident in her skin nowadays.She told Hooked on the Look: "When I look at myself in the mirror, I see a beautiful meadow full of flowers that one has to love." For more lifestyle stories, you can sign up to the free Hot Topics newsletter here. Kerstin isn't the only one who loves her colourful look.

King Charles has recalled a sweet memory of his late mother The Queen practicing wearing the crown ahead of her coronation when the young prince was in the bath. The new monarch, 73, joined his siblings in sharing their memories of their mother in which Charles, who referred to his mother’s death as the “moment he’d been dreading”, remembered the sweet story from his childhood.

King Charles reportedly told his son Prince Harry not to bring his wife Meghan Markle to Balmoral to see his dying grandmother. It is believed Harry, 37, who comforted an airport worker during his return to London, was at Frogmore when his father, the new monarch King Charles, 73, phoned his youngest son to tell him to come to Balmoral. A source told The Sun: “Charles told Harry that it wasn’t right or appropriate for Meghan to be in Balmoral at such a deeply sad time.

Twitter, TikTok and Instagram page to share her sexy content, as well as her very own page too. READ MORE: Nude model told L-cup boobs look ‘like circus act’ on TV – but ignores hatersBefore becoming SisterKirsty, she worked as a receptionist at a corporate white collar company and luxury car dealership.

READ MORE: McDonald's addict bullied over size wows with 6st weight loss transformation But now those figures aren't exactly accurate and your penis might be a lot bigger than you think... According to TikTok user and women's health advocate Alice Williams, the genitals does have a lot going on inside too.

Queen Elizabeth II, has sadly died at the age of 96 years old.In the years during her reign, the monarch was portrayed on screen by a number of big name celebrities, including Harry Potter star Emma Thompson and award winners Claire Foy and Olivia Colman.Their performances captured The Queen during different eras of her reign - from her first years on the throne, through to her later life.READ MORE: Buckingham Palace statement in full as Queen is 'placed under medical supervision'Here, Daily Star takes a look at some of the celebrities who have played The Queen.Helen Mirren played the royal in the critically acclaimed 2006 film The Queen, for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress.Speaking to Radio Times, Helen revealed that prior to taking on the role, she wrote to The Queen, saying: "I realised we were investigating a profoundly painful part of her life, so I wrote to her."I said, 'We are doing this film. We are investigating a very difficult time in your life.

READ MORE: 'OnlyFans ruined my love life – men call me easy but I haven't had sex in years' She can then use it as a "token" when he initiates sex and she isn't up for it.On her Keep It Cleaner podcast, the 29-year-old Aussie said: “So I’m often the one being like ‘No, I’m too tired.“So what I need to make sure I do so it’s not too unbalanced – I know he is so tired and he is not interested or he has a sore stomach or something and I’ve got no interest in having sex."Struggling to contain her laughter, Laura added: "But I need to appear interested so I get a token when you say no to use against you next time.”Dalton was flabbergasted by the admission and joked he is going to "rise up" to the occasion next time.But the gym bunny's confession split opinion with fans – with some calling it "genius" and others slamming it.One responder wrote: “Also, can admit I have done this too hahah."Another said: “Laura!!! Don’t share our secrets.”A third wrote: “I mean that doesn’t sound nice at all lmao."And a fourth added: “This totally doesn't work … sick or not, we will just do it.”READ NEXT: 'My strict religious background made sex impossible but now I teach others how to do it' Dating guru shares kinky sex act men love – but will never admit 'Sex with younger man was energetic and fun – but age gap drawback ended it all' For more lifestyle stories, sign up to the free Hot Topics newsletter here.

UFC superstar Khamzat ‘Borz’ Chimaev has amazed plenty of fans since breaking out onto the pro scene - and the Swedish ace has reached the top after overcoming plenty of adversity from a young age.Chimaev, dubbed the Chechen Wolf, swept through John Phillips, Rhys McKee and Gerald Meerschaert via first-round TKO across a span of 66 days. He was subsequently named MMA Fighting's Breakout Fighter of the Year, and he has won each of his 11 career fights.

Bella Hadid may be fashion's 'it girl' but that didn't stop her from spending time with beau Marc Kalman amid star-studded New York Fashion Week on Friday night.The 25-year-old model went hell for leather as she showcased her gym-honed figure in a skimpy vinyl shrug and matching mini skirt.Just hours before, Hadid graced the Fendi runway alongside the likes of veteran supermodel Linda Evangelista. Lovebirds: Bella Hadid may be fashion's 'it girl' but that didn't stop her from spending time with beau Marc Kalman amid star-studded New York Fashion Week on Friday nightHadid sizzled in a cut-out leather shrug jacket layered over a low-cut black tank top.Her pleated miniskirt and knee-high boots with vibrant blue laces that showed off her toned legs.

Linda Evangelista made her triumphant return to modeling following a six-year absence due to an adverse reaction to a fat freezing procedure that she claims disfigured her face.And on Friday, at the kick start of New York Fashion Week, the Canadian stunner made her first runway appearance in 15 years when she took part in the star-studded Fendi show at Manhattan's Hammerstein Ballroom.Ahead of the grand event, the longtime catwalk queen also posed for the photo used to promote the 25th anniversary celebration of the brand's iconic Baguette bag. Triumphant: Linda Evangelista made her triumphant return to modeling following a six-year absence due to an adverse reaction to a fat freezing procedure that she claims disfigured her face The luxury Italian fashion house debuted its surprise collaboration with designer Marc Jacobs.One by one items rolled out from the new collections which brought together two powerhouses of the industry: Jacobs and Kim Jones, Fendi's artistic director of womenswear who's resume includes working with Louis Vuitton.

Peter Debruge Chief Film Critic It’s 2022, and a Hollywood studio has just made a movie in which two men fall in love and can’t figure out what to do about it. No one dies of AIDS. No one gets tire-ironed on the side of the road. Judd Apatow produced the thing, so you know it’s funny. And yet, somehow, “Bros” doesn’t feel like that big a deal. Sure, it’s a well-budgeted, wide-release, R-rated gay romcom, and that’s historic (if you put enough qualifying adjectives in front of it). But one of those had to come along sooner or later. Oddly, it feels like there already have been others, and there’s no question more are coming, considering how hard Hollywood has been working to include gay characters.

Halle Bailey and Ariana DeBose were just two of the many stars who had portraits taken at the D23 Expo in Anaheim on Friday.Bailey, 22, donned a fiery red gown in her snap, and she let her hair fall in curly braids.The dress clung to the star's ample curves, and she accessorized with several large rings. Classy portraits: Halle Bailey and Ariana DeBose were just two of the many stars who had portraits taken at the D23 Expo in Anaheim on FridayThe Atlanta native will play the titular character in the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid which is set for release next year.  DeBose, 31, wore a sparkly blue top with huge white stars spread all over it.

Emily Ratajkowski appeared to be in high spirits as she attended a New York Fashion Week event along with other celebrity guests earlier on Friday evening. The stunning supermodel, 31, donned a vintage Jean Paul Gaultier mini dress as she arrived for a quick photo session at the Harper's Bazaar ICONS and Bloomindales 150th Anniversary party. Actress and model, Julia Fox, 32, left little to the imagination in a see through dress, while Ashley Graham, 34, looked classic and chic in a blue velvet ensemble.  Beautiful: Emily Ratajkowski, 31, stunned in a newspaper printed dress as she attended the star-studded New York Fashion Week party on Friday The beauty opted for a vintage Jean Paul Gaultier newspaper printed dress to attend the anniversary event in the big apple.  She paired the minidress with a pair of zebra print, knee-high boots.

for more 'fat girls' to be seen on yachts . READ MORE: Curve model who felt 'fat and disgusting' at size 8 is now thriving at size 18“So I hit 50k (followers) yesterday?!? It is mind-blowing to me that anybody wants to hear about my life or my fashion choices,” she wrote in a recent caption.“Sometimes I get so discouraged by how hateful people on the internet can be, but knowing that I could make at least one person smile or take a baby step towards loving themselves more, makes it all worth it.

Read more: James Corden’s life - sex boast, Gavin and Stacey 'feud' and Harvey Weinstein backlashHowever, it was faced with controversy for its “suggestive” lyrics and the raunchy music video was slammed for depicting themes of underage lesbianism or sex.The BBC's Top Of The Pops refused to show the video on its prime time Friday show - as the corporation claimed it had better exclusive footage of the duo.The provocative video saw the pair, who were dressed in school uniforms, kissing passionately in the rain while people on the other side of the bars they were behind watched on.However it was understood the BBC was extremely sensitive about the controversial video.Bosses reportedly feared it may offend viewers if it was shown before the 9pm watershed.Despite the fury and criticism, in the UK, the song topped the charts for four weeks and it was an international success.Over the years the duo continued to release music but they went their separate ways in 2011 to pursue solo music careers.They have since reunited to perform at special events including the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.

READ MORE: 'I quit nurse job during pandemic to be porn star and earn fortune – sex is art'According to the Daily Mail, Dr Laura Jarvis, who’s an NHS psychosexual specialist, said: “The increasingly extreme nature of adult content is making young women fearful of sex. “Often, they don’t want to do what is expected of them because it is painful or just not pleasurable.”To see if this is true, one woman watched porn for an entire day to see the effects it had on her.