BREAKING Ricky Tomlinson's brother dies after tragic coronavirus battle

Glamour editors and sat down with Nicola Mendelsohn, VP of the Global Business Group for Meta, to find out, and to discuss why it will be an increasingly important space for women. The meeting itself took place within VR workspace , enabling avatars of all three meeting participants to sit next to each other and chat—despite the fact Joseph was physically in London and Barry and Mendelsohn were in New York. Firstly: what is the metaverse? According to Mendelsohn, the short answer is that it's “the future of social technology," adding that the “fully-realized version is still five to 10 years away.” She explained, “It's a continuum of many different parts […] including 2D video calls, augmented reality, and totally-immersive virtual reality experiences," adding that “The fun thing is that you're going to be able to do things in the metaverse that you can't do in real life.” Ready to learn more? Here are some key takeaways from Glamour's inaugural meeting in the metaverse.Mendelsohn outlined Meta's hope for the future, saying, “In the next ten years, we hope there will be a billion people in the metaverse, creating in the metaverse, and creating significant businesses within the metaverse […] There are jobs that are going to be created that we can't imagine yet." And women are already playing a significant part in achieving this vision:“[Meta] has this thing called Spark AR Go, which is a production studio where you can make filters. We're seeing that a really significant proportion of those filters are actually being created by women.”For women that want to get involved with the metaverse, Mendelsohn said.

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Colton Underwood revealed during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen that there are no plans in place to sign a prenuptial agreement before marrying fiance Jordan C. Brown.The 30-year-old former professional football player — who publicly came out as gay in April 2021 after starring on The Bachelor in 2019— was asked if he was planning to protect his assets before becoming legally married.'No. We've already had this conversation,' he told Cohen.

Joshua Tharpe - who was on CMT reality series Party Down South in a guest star role - has died at age 42 from a heart attack.On Monday, the former reality star was found dead on the kitchen floor of his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana his brother Billy told TMZ on Tuesday.Billy said that his brother's death came as a surprise as everything had seemed normal just a day prior. Tragic:Joshua Tharpe - who was on CMT reality series Party Down South in a guest star role - has died at age 42 from a heart attackJoshua had attended church service with his mother on Sunday and spent some time at her home shortly after.His brother Billy said later on in the day, the reality star headed to a friend's house where he planned on staying the night so he went to his own home to pack some clothes but never ended up returning.After the friend became concerned when she didn't hear from him the next day, she contacted his mother.

Gisele Bundchen brought three generations of her family together in celebration of International Women's Day on Tuesday.The 41-year-old supermodel, who hails from Brazil, posed for Instagram with her 73-year-old mother Vania Nonnenmacher and nine-year-old daughter Vivian Brady.'Happy International Women's Day!' gushed Gisele, who shares her children with her husband of 13 years, Tom Brady. Trio: Gisele Bundchen brought three generations of her family together in celebration of International Women's Day - her mother Vania Nonnenmacher and daughter Vivian Brady'I am so grateful to all the amazing women have crossed my path and inspired me, specially my wonder mom and my sweet daughter,' she continued.'May we celebrate each other and all the incredible woman that came before us paving the way for us to be where we are today.

Joy Corrigan flaunted her beach-ready body in a series of Instagram photos Tuesday.The Victoria's Secret model posed in a barely-there flesh toned swimsuit in pictures taken during her recent vacation in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.The string bikini bottom and daring top, which covered the Reprisal star's essential bits, but little else, had fans all a twitter. Many posted lots of hearts and flames for their comments.

They are just weeks away from Hollywood’s biggest night, and this year’s Academy Award nominees got their red carpet practice in as they arrived in style for the 94th Oscars Luncheon in Los Angeles on Monday.Leading the high-profile nominees were some of the film industry's biggest stars, including Spencer star Kristen Stewart, former Oscar winner Penelope Cruz, Jessica Chastain and newcomer and West Side Story star Ariana DeBose.The actresses stunned in elegant black ensembles and playful pink items as they caught up with their fellow nominees. Star power: Kristen Stewart, Jessica Chastain, Penelope Cruz and Ariana DeBose were dressed in their best as they led the nominees for the 94th Academy Awards on Monday at the ceremony's annual Oscar Nominees Luncheon in Los Angeles Kristen Stewart highlighted her inimitable style at the social event with a stylish cropped black jacket with all but the top button left undone.She made the look edgy by going topless underneath it, and she paired the jacket with black pleated satin slacks that reached down to the floor.

Alicia Keys rocked an extravagant hot pink outfit this Tuesday when she was spotted in New York City.The 41-year-old singing sensation had selected an ensemble from her own clothing collection that she collaborated on with Athleta.The beauty slipped into her plunging Keys Utility Jumpsuit, which currently retails online on the Athleta website for $209. Kicks:Alicia Keys rocked an extravagant hot pink getup this Tuesday when she was spotted out and about in New York CityAlicia teamed the jumpsuit with an elaborately designed electric pink floral coat that fell to the knee, as well as a pair of matching heels.Accentuating her unmistakable features with makeup, the Empire State Of Mind singer swept her hair tightly back into a high updo.

Drew Barrymoresaid has the 'hottest' dreams about her exes.The 47-year-old talk show host, who has been married three times, was asked by Ross Mathews, 41, if she had 'ever had a dream of an ex that made [her] go, "oooh?"' after Drew joked she had had some 'nightmares' about her former flames but added some are pretty exciting.'I think that's the only place I'm getting action these days is in my dreams,' the Santa Clarita diet actress said. Only in my dreams: Drew Barrymore confessed to having occasional dreams about her exes.

The Royle Family epitomised British life - with the characters becoming more beloved than the actual royal family.

Family star confirmed the sad news as he urged Liverpudlians to avail of the city’s testing scheme.The 81-year-old filmed a video for Liverpool City Council, in which he revealed he had taken one of the home testing kits provided by the council.Tomlinson said: ‘I sent away for one of these Covid testing kits. I’ve done it and I’m sending it back.

Liverpool to take part in a mass testing scheme following his sibling's tragic death. The Royle Family actor, who was born in Lancashire but has lived in Liverpool for most of his life, shared a video plea on the city council's Twitter page.

Ricky Tomlinson shared a special bond with his on-screen daughter Caroline Aherne.

ROYLE Family star Ricky Tomlinson has today revealed one of his brothers has died from coronavirus. The death of David Tomlinson, 79, was announced on November 3 but Ricky has not spoken publicly about it until this morning.

Ricky Tomlinson is in mourning following the death of his brother.