Britain’s Got Talent filming faces ‘huge delay’ due to changing Covid rules

Manori Ravindran International EditorAustralian soap opera “Neighbours” is going off air after 37 seasons.The embattled series has been under threat of cancellation ever since its primary funder, U.K. broadcaster Channel 5, pulled the plug in early February.

Christopher Vourlias Denis Ivanov, the Ukrainian producer of critically acclaimed films including Myroslav Slaboshpytskiy’s “The Tribe,” Sergey Loznitsa’s “Donbass” and Oleh Sentsov’s “Rhino,” has penned an impassioned letter against Russia’s war in Ukraine, describing it as a “genocide against Ukrainians” and accusing the Russian military of war crimes.In the letter, Ivanov gave his full-throated support to a boycott on Russian films, demanding “no more ‘business as usual’ with Putin’s Russia.”“I think some festival selectors, film professionals and cultural managers just do not get what is happening in Ukraine,” he wrote, in light of an ongoing campaign by the Russian military that has escalated in recent days. “This war of aggression by the Russians has turned into a war on independence and a war for values and rights.

EXCLUSIVE: Australia’s Stan and 9Network have commenced production on Bali 2002, based on the terrorist attacks on the nation’s tourist hotspots 20 years ago, with distributor Banijay Rights launching at yesterday’s London Screenings showcase.

Dan Walker, 44, took to Twitter yesterday to express his concern after Carol Kirkwood made an appearance in the BBC Breakfast studio. It comes as the BBC Weather favourite usually films her forecasts away from the main studio.The presenter shared a picture of himself and Carol sitting alongside their co-star Sally Nugent to mark the surprise visit.Dan and Carol could be seen smiling broadly, while Sally had a look of surprise on her face.He captioned the snap: “I’m not entirely sure what @carolkirkwood said to @sallynugent here but it was lovely to have her in the #BBCBreakfast studio this morning.”Carol soon replied to the tweet, while fans heaped praise on the BBC Breakfast team.Not giving anything away about her secret chat with Sally, the cheeky weather presenter said: “Was SO LOVELY to be there,” alongside some heart emojis.Twitter user LydiaroseJ added: “Always look forward to seeing u in the morning + Carol love your reports on the weather + Dan are u missing your friend?“But Sally u doing good keep giving us the news please will Done u lot.” (sic)Stacyth73173385 said: “Good to see all 3 of you together in the studio.”Sos_beachcare penned: “What a lovely photo of the 3 of you - a fab team.

@Shaggy5527 penned: “Your enthusiasm always cheers me up, looking really well too.”@Realismrules commented: “That walk was always very calming and uplifting for me when it was where home was. Lovely to see it and that it made you feel good too!”@Paulqui86828822 said: “You are an inspiration Julia.

Two Falkirk landscapers have travelled to Ukraine to help people flee the country while it is under attack from Russia.

Mitski has performed ‘Stay Soft‘ from her new album ‘Laurel Hell‘ on Jimmy Kimmel Live.In the clip the singer-songwriter choreographs her performance with hand gestures, dancing and other theatrics. Watch it below.The musician is currently on tour in support of her sixth album, which NME hailed in a four-star review as her “grandest music yet”.In other news, Mitski has requested that fans stop filming “entire songs or whole sets” at her shows.She took to Twitter last month to post a “note” in which she asked audience members to be considerate about their mobile phone habits at gigs.“Hello! I wanted to speak with you about phones at shows,” she began.

Kate Garraway was forced to change the name of her new BBC show after spotting an unfortunate problem.

Channel 4 making the announcement on behalf of his family.The BAFTA award-winning producer and writer had a successful career in both the US and UK, making films on a wide range of social justice topics.Roger died peacefully surrounded by his family, Channel 4 said.Alex Mahon, chief executive of Channel 4, said Roger was "one of broadcasting’s most original and influential documentary film-makers".According to Alex, Roger believed in Channel 4 and was "committed to creativity and risk-taking in cinema, comedy, documentaries and current affairs".He continued: "Beyond his contribution to Channel 4, his extensive legacy of documentaries has helped to inform and change people’s views on some of the most challenging aspects of British society and its private and public institutions.""Roger was a delight to chat to, to be pushed and provoked by and his love for television and culture shone through in every conversation."He once said that he wanted his epitaph to be that he made a difference.

Former Britain’s Got Talent stars are fronting a rival show to try and topple Simon Cowell in a ratings war.

SIMON Cowell's large scar from his major back surgery was clear to see as he enjoyed the last hours of 2020 in Barbados. The music and TV mogul, 61, is ending a particularly tough year in the best possible way with his girlfriend Lauren Silverman, son Eric and friends in the Caribbean.

FOR most of us, a sunshine break abroad is nothing more than a distant memory. But, as Covid restrictions tighten again and millions of Brits face a new lockdown, tone deaf celebs are still living it up on luxury holidays around the world.

Simon Cowell has been seen for the first time with a large scar down his spine after nudging emergency surgery earlier this year. The X Factor mogul was left hospitalised after falling off his electric bike while at his sprawling home in Malibu, California.

After breaking his back in a bike accident over the summer and needing emergency surgery, Simon Cowell has showed off the huge scar that has been left behind.The music mogul, who enjoyed a jet ski ride with his son Eric recently, was spotted enjoying a relaxing holiday in Barbados and the scar from his surgery was clearly apparent down the centre of his back. Simon, 61, was pictured topless and working out with a pair of weights, as the scorching sunshine blared down on him.The accident occurred while he was testing out an electric bike at his home in Malibu and after falling off the vehicle, Simon broke his back in three places and was rushed to hospital.

Simon Cowell has unveiled a huge scar down his spine while he was enjoying a relaxing holiday in Barbados.

Simon Cowell has been laying low since his horrific bike accident over the summer. But come January, the Britain's Got Talent judge is expected to return to work to start filming the new series of the ITV talent show.Simon, who has been in recovery and taken time off work since the summer, is due to return to the BGT panel alongside familiar faces Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry reached out and supported Ashley Banjo after he was met with a flurry of criticism for Diversity's Black Lives Matter-inspired dance on Britain's Got Talent.

Britain's Got Talent is facing 'huge delays' after bosses decided to postpone the first auditions due to Covid restriction changes.

Fans are shock at David Walliams’ latest comedy routine.

Good Morning Britain, Britain’s Got Talent and This Morning were swarmed with complaints from angry viewers, as the nation battled against the Covid pandemic.

direct to your inboxIt doesn't feel that long since we last had Britain's Got Talent on screens after the series was delayed.But it's already back and this time, it's a festive special.The one-off Britain's Got Talent at Christmas will feature some of the best and most memorable acts to appear over the past 14 years.Ant and Dec will be back to host the talent show, dressed as elves of course, which will broadcast on December 25 for the first time.A dance supergroup, featuring 2009 winners Diversity, 2018 semi-finalists DVJ and season two winner George Sampson, will open the show with a Christmas themed performance.Alesha Dixon will sing the Christmas classic Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, accompanied by former winner Tokio Myers on