BBC’s Tony Hall to Address Role of Public Service Broadcasters Against Fake News

Coronation Street fans were left distracted during a nail-biting instalment of the popular ITV soap as they struggled to take Adam Barlow seriously while he rocked a full head of curls.During Monday (March 21) night’s show, the ongoing feud between ex-girlfriend Lydia Chambers and the TV hunk as they argued it out on the top floor of a shopping centre.Throughout the hour-long episode, the solicitor pleaded with his former flame to explain her meddling to his estranged wife as she prepares to draw up the papers for their divorce.But things soon went from bad to worse when the brunette beauty accidentally pushed him over the railings and badly injure his head.However, many viewers struggled to take the show seriously as he rocked the "poodle" haircut on screen, while fans swarmed to Twitter to comment on his new look online.This is a live TV story and is constantly being notes updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest TV updates.TV & Showbiz reporters are working to source the latest information, reaction, pictures and video related to this story.You can also follow us on Twitter @DailyStar, or follow us on Instagram @dailystar to get the latest TV and celeb gossip 24 hours a day.Or like our Daily Star Showbiz Facebook page to get the day's biggest stories, and have your say on them.Why not also subscribe to receive our regular Daily Star showbiz newsletters?You can do this on this page by simply entering your email address above and hitting 'subscribe'.Download the Daily Star app for flash alerts on the biggest stories of the day, so you don't miss out.Why not also subscribe to receive our regular Daily Star news bulletins? You can do this on this page by simply entering your email address above and

HAVE YOUR SAY: Could you keep a career in football from your family? Comment below.Kone was raised by his grandmother as his mother left for Guinea, as the Malian international explained that his parents weren't around much as a child. And the striker would often skip school and play football instead, and his family assumed the worst."Even my brother, who wanted me to continue my studies, or my Dad who was always travelling as a trader, were not up to date," Kone said.

Tottenham Hostpur's star man Son Heung-min was spotted running into the referee during Spurs' clash with West Ham - and fans think he wanted a free-kick.With Spurs 2-1 up, Son goes to receive a pass from a team-mate when he's cut off by Anthony Taylor. Son runs into the back of the referee before hitting the deck in spectacular fashion.The South Korean looked around in disbelief as Taylor ushered him to get back onto his feet.

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Molly-Mae Hague has given fans a glimpse inside her glamorous new home after telling fans she’s ready to start a "new chapter" with boyfriend Tommy Fury.The 22-year-old multi-millionaire shared the news with her 6.2million Instagram followers as she also revealed her new social media page dedicated to her new home, aptly named ‘Molly Maison.’The Love Island star posted two gorgeous snaps from the top of the grand staircase in her luxurious abode, with as she posed in a tiny white crop top and baggy jeans.She beamed a smile as she stood on the marble tiles, before turning around and throwing her arms in the air as she excitedly confirmed: "It finally happened… Our NEW CHAPTER!!!" in the caption.Writing on the Instagram story of her home account, the Pretty Little Thing Creative Director wrote: "So… Hey guys. I can’t believe we’ve finally gotten to this point.

the ECHO shows a heated row between two groups of people on Victoria Street, at around 4am on Sunday (March 20). In the clip, two men are being separated by a group of five Merseyside Police officers and a blonde woman wearing a blue top is being restrained.One man in a light grey t-shirt is dragged towards the road while a man in a black t-shirt is pulled towards the buildings along the street.Seconds later, a blonde woman is freed from her attacker's grasp and is then grabbed by a male officer.The woman is dragged across the police officer's outstretched leg, causing her to lose balance and slam onto the pavement, rolling slightly after falling on the ground.She remains lying on the floor and the male officer and a female colleague stand over her.The footage ends just a second later so it's not known how the situation resolved.It is not clear what started the incident or why police were called to the scene, and it is not known whether the woman was injured during the fall.

David Beckham took a break from his Instagram on Sunday to help highlight relief efforts underway in Ukraine.  The retired soccer star, 46, announced over the weekend that he’d be "handing over my social channels to Iryna, the Head of the Regional Perinatal Centre in Kharkiv, Ukraine, where she is helping mothers give birth." Beckham went on to add, "Head over to my story highlights to learn more about the amazing work Iryna and health workers like her are doing to save lives in Ukraine. Please give what you can to support @UNICEF and people like Iryna using the donation link in my bio." David Beckham took a break from his Instagram on Sunday to help highlight relief efforts underway in Ukraine.

Quavo and actressKarrueche Tran are an item.A source tells ET, «Quavo and Karrueche Tran are dating. Things are causal between them, but they are seeing each other and like spending time together.” Quavo, whose real name is Quavious Keyate Marshall, and Tranwere spotted earlier this month having dinner at West Hollywood hot spot The Nice Guy. The “Stir Fry” rapper and the actress also turned heads when they were allegedly spotted vacationing together.

SOAP star Gemma Atkinson has revealed a huge new gig after returning to Hollyoaks. The 37-year-old actress - who has a two-year-old daughter called Mia - is becoming one of the biggest stars of CBeebies.

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Tool frontman Maynard James Keenan has shared a video of himself pranking drummer Danny Carey with a dildo during a recent concert in the US.The clip, which you can view below, sees the frontman crouching down behind Carey’s drum kit with a dildo, which he uses to replace the drummer’s gong mallet.When Carey reaches for his mallet, he instead grabs the plastic phallus, and hits the gong with it.It is the second time in the last month the frontman has pranked his bandmate.A post shared by Tool (@toolmusic)He previously shared a humorous clip of himself trying to play Jenga behind Carey.However, Keenan’s game was ruined after Carey smashed his giant gong at the back of his drum set, causing the frontman to jokingly yell: “What the fuck! What’s wrong with you?!”Last Friday, Tool shared their first video in 15 years with ‘Opiate²’, a re-imagined and extended version of Tool’s 1992 single ‘Opiate’, with both the song and video marking the 30th anniversary of the EP of the same name’s release.Meanwhile, the band are due to hit the road for their UK and European tour next month which takes in shows in Manchester, Birmingham and two nights at London’s O2 Arena.

Dolly Parton will star in the film adaptation of Run, Rose, Run, the novel she co-wrote with author James Patterson.Following the book’s release last month, along with a companion album of the same name, the singer has announced she’ll produce a film adaptation alongside Patterson for Reese Witherspoon’s media company Hello Sunshine.Witherspoon will also be a producer on the project alongside Hello Sunshine’s president of film and television, Lauren Neustadter.“Growing up in Nashville, I’ve loved Dolly since the moment I heard her magical voice and saw her luminous personality shine onstage,” Witherspoon said. “Beyond her magnetic presence as an artist and performer, she is one of the greatest songwriters and storytellers of our time.

Benfica forward Darwin Nunez, who is reportedly 'dreaming' of a move to a top European club like Manchester City, has changed his agent to facilitate such a move, according to a report.

Ambulance, directed by Michael Bay.The twosome were all smiles in Paris (makes sense, Cadieu is French) on Sunday, March 20. Gyllenhaal wore dark pants and a teal jacket under a dark green overcoat; the look is courtesy of Maison Valentino, according to , Michael Fisher.

The Late Late Show with James Corden, Kelly revealed that he's going for a featuring a “red river," which explains why it's been so tricky to find the right venue. We can't wait to see what they come up with.By By By By More from GlamourSee More Stories© 2022 Condé Nast.

At least eight people have died after Russia bombed a shopping centre in Ukraine's capital city. Firefighters were working through the night to rescue Ukrainians trapped underneath the rubble of the complex.

Former Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague has opened up about being stricken with an intense illness during her recent work trip to Mexico.

Coronavirus infection rates are climbing in all 10 boroughs of Greater Manchester amid a national surge in Covid cases. However, none of the region's 10 boroughs currently have a rate as high as the national average.

Jake Kanter International TV EditorThe outgoing director general of the BBC will use one of his final speeches as a clarion call for the British broadcaster’s importance in a world ravaged by misinformation.Before stepping down next month after seven years in the top job, Tony Hall will tell the Edinburgh TV Festival on Monday that fake news is as rife as coronavirus, and the BBC’s public service values “have never been more needed.”Reflecting on an interview he conducted with WHO executive director Michael Ryan, Hall will tell the virtual Edinburgh event: “Even if we have a vaccine tomorrow — up to thirty percent of people, according to polling, would not use it.

Jake Kanter International TV EditorTony Hall is to give one of his final speeches as BBC director general at the Edinburgh TV Festival next week.Hall is poised to step down next month, at which point he will be replaced by BBC Studios CEO Tim Davie. He will use his Edinburgh address to reflect on his legacy and the unique role of public service broadcasting in the UK.Hall’s speech will be streamed at 9.35AM local time on August 24, opening the virtual Edinburgh TV Festival, which takes place over three days next week.Other speakers at this year’s event include Paul Feig, Emilia Clarke and historian David Olusoga, who will deliver the keynote MacTaggart Lecture.

Naman Ramachandran Outgoing BBC director general, Tony Hall, will deliver the opening address at the Edinburgh TV Festival, in what will be one of his final public appearances in the position before he steps down in September.Hall will address delegates in the first session of the festival on Aug. 24 about the role of public service broadcasters, the challenges they face, why they matter, and why producers, audiences and government need to be reminded of the part they play in the U.K.