Brit dad heading to Ukraine in bid to save wife and baby from Russian troops

BBC One prepares to air the last ever episode of Holby City having been on telly screens since 1999.The actress appeared as Pre-Registration House Nurse Victoria Merrick in the first episode way back in 1999, before becoming a surgeon and later left in series three, episode 30 back in 2001.Her character struggled to cope with the high pressure of being in surgery and also struggled to live up to her dad's expectations as he was a well-known surgeon.Despite meeting some of her closest friends on the show and having the time of her life, she requested that her character had a "gruesome death", a decision she says she later regrets.Speaking exclusively to the Daily Star from the Ideal Home Show, she said: "I can't believe they've stopped it, I'm really sad."I met my two best friends on it, we were there on the first day of filming and what an amazing, amazing job it was, it was just so fantastic."To be there at the beginning and to meet my two best mates, I have very fond memories of Holby City and I'm very sad it's over."She went on to add: "I think I was doing it 20 something years ago or something, it's really scary, it was a completely different thing back then, I think it was a real household for years."There's just been so many great people."The mum-of-one continued: "I did the first three series of it, so it was very different – when we first started, we had huge viewing figures, everyone loved it, we were very lucky with the people we worked with."We didn't know it was ever going to last for over 20 years but it's been a lovely show to be a part of."I worked with George Irving who played my dad and he's such a fantastic actor and then Siobhan Redmond, she became my boss when they opened the children's unit."We used

Johnny Depp was accused of being a "wife-beater" to his ex-wife Amber Heard by a British publication back in 2018. The court case went to trial in 2020, where the claims were deemed "substantially true". Since then, the Pirates of the Caribbean star has been shunned from the film industry while he works through a continuing defamation case.

this week's Oscar's drama. The much written about 'slap' handed out by Will Smith after Chris Rock's alopecia joke at the Academy Awards, also hit home with Lucas who has suffered from alopecia since childhood.

refers to Kirsten Dunst as a “seat filler” and shoos her away. The clip went viral. Getting outraged over something that feels morally right is an easy way to get noticedCue the outrage: “Why are Oscars hosts making fun of people’s wives?” read the top response, presumably referring to the slew of headlines about Will Smith slapping Chris Rock after he made a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.

Lady Gaga has decided to avoid Caitlyn Jenner over differences in their political views on Sunday (March 27).36-year-old Gaga, is known to demonstrate her Democratic political views through her music and pro-LGBTQ+ support.However, Caitlyn Jenner, 72, is a traditional Republican supporter, and has caused controversy in recent years after admitting to once disagreeing with same-sex marriages but has admitted she is “Okay with it,” now.Caitlyn is seen stopping Gaga, asking: “Are you spending time around Malibu anymore, I haven’t seen you at the Starbucks in a while.”Gaga sharply responded: “Yes. Well, I’ve switched baristas,” before quickly moving on.Twitter users jumped straight on to the timeline, one user tweeting: “She (Gaga) definitely was NOT feelin it LOL.”Another chimed in: “Gaga lowkey didn’t want to interact with Caitlyn.” The pop icon was a total belle, she wore a yellow ball gown with silver layered necklaces and her hair pinned up in a high bun.Gaga was later praised for helping award-winning wheelchair bound Liza Minnelli during the Oscars ceremony as they presented the winner for best picture at the Academy Awards.One twitter user said: “Lady Gaga was the epitome of kindness.”Another said: “Real moment of the night was Lady Gaga showing absolute kindness, advocacy and support for Liza Minnelli.”The Olympian, Jenner, arrived in a bodycon red skirt which had been paired with a tight black top and black court shoes.

the Oscars. Carolyn Smith said it was the first time she had seen him 'go off'. Hollywood star Will has since apologised for his actions.

Covid is the impact it has had on me. For a start, it’s hard to socially distance in a one-bed the size of a parking space. And seriously — you can just pop a paracetamol for a “headache that feels like a knife behind the eye”.

the now well-analysed confrontation between Will Smith and Oscars host Chris Rock – few seem to be focusing on Jada Pinkett Smith, whose alopecia was the subject of Rock’s jibe that led to the fallout. So instead of talking anymore about these two men, I am choosing to centre Jada, but also any Black women and girls whose hair has been subject to comments their entire lives. We know what it is like to have our hair policed, to have our head pet as if we were dogs.

Chelsea have slapped an ambitious price-tag on Timo Werner after learning that the German wants to leave the club at the end of the season. The Blues are willing to grant Werner's wish but only if they receive an offer of at least £33million - significantly lower than the £47.5million they spent on him just under two years ago.The 26-year-old has seen his first-team opportunities dwindle since the summer arrival of Romelu Lukaku, but even when the Belgian striker isn't available Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has opted for Kai Havertz up front instead, and according to German website Sport 1, Werner is ready to call it quits.It comes just a few days after the striker admitted that the playing style used by Germany manager Hansi Flick is a better fit for his skillset than the role Tuchel asks him to play, following his goal against Israel at the weekend.And it shows.

Latin American Music Awards, expect a lot of stand-out performances!On Tuesday, a new round of performers were announced, including CNCO, Emilia, Farruko, Gera MX, Luis Fonsi, Prince Royce and Reik.Come April 21, they'll be taking the stage during the big show along with previously announced performers Black Eyed Peas, Boza, Calibre 50, Chiquis, Esteman, Gerardo Ortiz, Gloria Trevi, Jesse & Joy, Jhay Cortez, Lit Killah, Los Ángeles Azules, María Becerra, Nicki Nicole, Sofia Reyes, Ozuna and Tiago PZK.Additionally, Mexican singer Christian Nodal will be recognized with the Extraordinary Evolution award, and will give a special performance. The Latin AMAs Extraordinary Evolution award is a special honor presented to a young performer who has demonstrated change and accelerated growth as an artist.

Read more : Outdoor cinema is coming to Cardiff's Bute Park this summer with blockbusters like West Side Story Video: Gemma Collins discusses ‘incredible’ family holiday (Irish Mirror)Sally Morgan slammed for saying she predicted Diana's deathEddie Hall reacts to defeat by Thor BjornssonGunnar Nelson Explains Gruesome Injury Suffered In Sparring With Thor BjornssonSouthgate hopes Kane breaks England record in World Cup finalTransfer profile: Sepp van den BergKerry Katona defends her £1 million OnlyFans empire in 2021Oscars: Will Smith hits Chris Rock after he joked about JadaGordon Ramsay says he 'can't stand the Cornish'Stealth Omicron: What is the BA. 2 variant?Katie Price discusses her boob jobs on Mucky MansionConor McGregor talks Jake Paul, sparring return and UFC title aspirationsAlthough she's not known for her singing, Gemma first blew audiences away with her singing voice back in 2019 when she appeared on the Christmas special of BBC talent show All Together Now, singing Big Spender by Shirley Bassey.

taking to the stage to slap Chris Rock in retribution for a joke about his wife. Whilst presenting the award for best Documentary Rock quipped, “Jada, I love you. GI Jane 2, can’t wait to see you,” in an apparent reference to Smith’s wife’s alopecia.

pound coin.Although the paper banknotes have been around since 1695 in the UK, it's time to swap them, says the MoneySavingExpert website. The page, founded by Martin Lewis, urged Brits to hurry up and use their old notes before they become void.Artist JMW Turner features on the front of the new polymer £20 note which was first launched in 2020.

Dame Maureen Lipman has ruled out a return to ‘Celebrity Gogglebox’. The 75-year-old actress decided to leave the Channel 4 show as she claims bosses cut a number of comical scenes featuring her and co-star, broadcaster and writer Gyles Brandreth. She told the Radio Times magazine: "I went in imagining that they wanted me for my wit and my brain.

Bridgerton actress Simone Ashley has admitted that she gave herself a DIY tattoo after watching a YouTube video from a prison inmate.Simone, who has also starred in Netflix’s sex positive show Sex Education, told American talk-show host Jimmy Kimmel about her daring endeavour.After growing bored during lockdown she attempted the popular viral trends that circulated during 2020, including “making banana bread” and trying “tie-dye”.Her interest was piqued by the idea of giving herself a tattoo and she went looking for advice in some unconventional places.She told Kimmel: “I thought it would be a good idea to get my own tattoo pen with the needle. I didn’t need an ID, I didn’t need anything, I just clicked a button.”As tattoo shops were closed during the pandemic, the 26-year-old turned to the internet to learn how to set up her personal studio.“It started getting a bit deep and I was like: “Oh, this guy’s using some really interesting stuff,” and then I looked at the username and it was called prisontattoo.com.”The actress said she was shocked after she realised that the inmate was making videos in prison and thought it was a “fab idea” to do it herself.The usual DIY style is known as stick and poke tattooing, where the tattooist uses needles and ink to make the markings.

Sara Davies shared a heartwarming tribute to her Strictly Come Dancing professional Aljaž Škorjanec after he announced his exit from the beloved TV show.On Monday (March 28), the 32-year-old revealed he has made the decision to leave the popular BBC One dance competition after nine years as a beloved professional ballroom dancer.As the new circulated of his exit from the show, the Dragon’s Den investor took to her Instagram account to share a slew of adorable snaps of the dancing duo from their time on the TV competition.Alongside the sweet behind-the-scenes snaps of the pair rehearsing tirelessly for the show, the 37-year-old revealed how her dance partner has become “a part of my family” over the course of their six-month journey.She wrote: “so the news has come out today about @alijazskorjanec leaving @bbcstrictly.“The moment I agreed to so Strictly I knew I wanted to be partnered with Alijaz … I couldn’t put my finger on exactly why, I just knew there was something really special about him.“I knew that if I was going to do the show I hoped (and told everyone I could that would listen that I hoped) that Alijaz would be my partner.“Little did I know at that point I would be dancing his last series with him.”The star gushed how her dance partner has gone on to become one of her best friends since she took part on the show and praised his impact on the show since he joined in 2013.She added: “The biggest question I get asked about him all the time is, ‘Is he really as lovely as he comes across’.“And my response is always, ‘I’ve had the privilege of not only being taught by him, and dancing with him, but also of him becoming a part of my family and one of my best friends, and I can tell you he’s even more amazing in real

King Richard as the father of Venus and Serena Williams was Oscar nip, a portrait of shambling masculinity touched with pathos and humor. He was the early frontrunner, and his strategically timed memoir, Will, published in late 2021, only compounded his momentum. He won the BAFTA, the Golden Globe, and the Screen Actors’ Guild Award in the run-up to last night.

Carl Woods is selling explicit photos of himself for £6.07 following his reported recent split from Katie Price. It was reported earlier this week that the 32 year old had "dumped" Katie, 43, after "accusing her of cheating".

The Queen’s decision to have Prince Andrew accompany her at Prince Philip's Thanksgiving service was insisted upon, a royal expert has said.The 95 year old monarch was seen making her way to the service, held in honour of her late husband at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday morning, by car with her son Prince Andrew seated next to her.This has been the Duke of York’s first public outing since he settled his sexual assault lawsuit with accuser Virginia Giuffre six weeks ago and might have come as a surprise to many, after it was announced he would retire from public duties following his legal troubles. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Peter Phillips attended Prince Philip's thanksgiving memorial service on Tuesday accompanied by his two daughters. Princess Anne's only son was not joined by the girls' mother, his ex-wife Autumn Kelly, and walked the aisle of the Abbey with the two girls alone. Savannah, 11, and Isla, 10, were two of the younger royals in attendance at the royal occasion to give thanks and remembrance to the late Prince Philip who died last April age 99.The Queen's granddaughters stood out from the crowd in their smart, navy outfits and made headlines along with their father, Peter, 44.

dad has been reunited with his wife and son after launching a daring rescue mission to reach them in Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.28-year-old Ian Umney, from St Helens, Merseyside, had been an English teacher and a courier but left his job in a desperate bid to reach his Ukrainian wife Nelia and son Jonathan, two. Speaking on a TikTok video, Ian said last week: "I cannot sit here, while my wife and son are in Ukraine, and watch the freedom and safety of Ukraine be threatened by Putin."I took four days of stress, upset, hurt, and anger but now I have packed my bag, planned, written my letters."I’m now on the way to reunite with my family by whatever means."He went viral after news of his rescue attempt spread, and on Sunday he flew from Manchester to Krakow, Poland, before crossing the Ukrainian border in the early hours of Monday.