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Corrie legend Ryan Thomas joined in the celebrations for his daughter's sixteenth birthday, though fellow Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien, appeared to be absent from the party. Ryan, known for his role as Jason Grimshaw, dated co-star Tina, who played Sarah-Louise Platt on the soap, from 2003 to 2009 and they share daughter Scarlett, who was born in 2008. At the bash in Manchester, Ryan seemed both excited and a little anxious, as he took a step back to let Scarlett enjoy her moment.

As a self-confessed skincare junkie (and someone who spends way too much time scrolling through beauty reviews online), I've tried and tested a fair few Medik8 products. In fact, over the course of my ten-year career, I reckon I've given nearly all of their products a whirl at least once.The brand's reputation for delivering results without causing skin irritation is bang on, and honestly, loads of their stuff is brilliant. But if I had to pick, there are three Medik8 products that have truly transformed my skin.They're my go-to's for tackling fine lines, boosting hydration and achieving that coveted glow, and they're the Crystal Retinal 6, C-Tetra Cream and Hydr8 B5 Intense serum.

Strictly Come Dancing's Wynne Evans has been accused of making a crude joke while he was having his make up done for the show. Sources claim that the opera singer jested his double chin resembled female anatomy.This remark supposedly happened right before the BBC dance competition's big introductory episode. A source told the Mirror: "It was a bit of a vulgar dad joke." Despite no formal grievances, it seems the jest didn't sit well with some crew members.

Christina Grimmie, a former contestant on The Voice, was tragically killed back in June 2016, after being shot while signing autographs.The 22 year old singer, who appeared on the US version of the popular TV talent show, was meeting fans in Orlando, Florida when the shocking incident occurred. According to police, Christina's brother bravely tackled the shooter, who then turned the gun on himself. A representative for the singer released a heartfelt statement at the time, confirming: "It is with a heavy heart that we can confirm that Christina has passed and went home to be with the Lord." They added: "She was shot at her show in Orlando and, unfortunately, didn't survive the gun shot wounds," reports the Mirror.

Strictly Come Dancing has been dazzling our screens every weekend and it's safe to say this year's show has been filled with incredible performances and unforgettable contestants already.We're on the countdown to the yearly Halloween Special on Saturday 26 October and it's always a big occasion on the show - with contestants pulling out their best costumes and spookiest dances in a bid to impress judges Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke. Each year Strictly gets bigger and better, and the BBC show continues to go all out for every themed week, most notably Halloween, Musicals Week and Movie Week. However, presenters Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly noticeably don't dress up for Halloween, but there's a heartbreaking reason behind their lack of costumes.

Sir Billy Connolly has emphatically stated he's "not yet dead or broken" as he relishes his retirement under the US sun while continuing to battle Parkinson's disease.The cherished Scottish comic, lovingly dubbed The Big Yin, is thankful for reaching 81, given his eventful life, and now enjoys drawing and fishing by his Florida Keys home. In his new book, The Accidental Artist, Billy reflects on his luck to be alive after a rough childhood, alcohol struggles, and a risky time as a welder. Despite battling Parkinson's disease, he remains upbeat, hinting that his shipyard days might have posed greater risks.

Greater Manchester is set for a pleasant weekend as October draws to a close. The region has seen plenty of sunshine and mild weather in recent days.

Luxury fragrance fans are heading to Boots to grab a bottle of designer perfume while it's slashed by 40%. A 50ml bottle of Yves Saint Laurent's Black Opium Le Parfum typically costs £110 but shoppers can bag it for £66 as part of the retailer's Star Gift promotion. That's a total saving of £44.

Preston North End captain and Manchester United supporter Ben Whiteman is hoping to pile more pressure on Wayne Rooney this weekend when they travel to the South Coast to face Plymouth Argyle in the Championship.

Police are treating two fires at a derelict building in Middleton as arson, it has been confirmed. The first blaze broke out at the building on Morton Street at around 8:30pm on Wednesday.

The new Primark store in Bolton. will open next month it has been confirmed. The high-street fashion giant is moving from its current home in the Crompton Place mall to a new, bigger premises just five minutes around the corner.

Taylor Swift is not only celebrated for her vast music repertoire and endless global tours, but she's also making a name for herself in another area when she's not performing to packed stadiums worldwide.

Ask people what Bury is famous for and a large proportion will instantly say 'the market'. But exactly a year ago 49 stallholders who traded from the vast indoor hall there were thrown into uncertainty after the discovery of RAAC in the roof.

When you're on a weight loss journey, it can be challenging to know which healthy foods to purchase from the supermarket to keep you on track.

Strictly Come Dancing's professional dancer Nikita Kuzmin has quickly become a favourite among fans since he joined the show in 2021. He's bagged multiple Latin championships and made his debut on the BBC One hit show when he was paired with Tilly Ramsay, Gordon Ramsay's daughter.The duo danced their way to the tenth week of the competition before they were sadly knocked out just before the quarter-finals.

Tess Daly presents Strictly Come Dancing alongside co-host Claudia Winkleman, who took over from the late Bruce Forsyth a decade ago.The two women always look glamorous when they appear on the live shows on Saturday evenings, often opting for glittery or sequined ensembles. However, Tess opened up about the dress code she's meant to follow in an unearthed interview about the BBC staple.The 55-year-old star previously told Radio Times: "There are certain rules... If you're showing too much shoulder, you won't expose a lot of thighs.

Already well-known for her wicked sense of humour, Queen Camilla had a difficult time keeping it together as she wiped her eye after crying with laughter during a farewell ceremony at Siumu Village as heavy rain impacted the final day of the royal visit to Australia and Samoa.The Queen, dressed in an elegant blue and white dress and a pink floral garland, was clearly enjoying herself as she prepared to say goodbye to the island after a four-day visit.The funny pictures come after Their Majesties attended the annual Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting with other world leaders and dignitaries, including Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer. On his last evening in Samoa, the King spoke fondly of his connection to the Commonwealth, stating: "The Commonwealth can surely be a source of hope." He also mentioned that despite "dark clouds gathered", tackling global issues requires global cooperation and that "dialogue and discussion" are key to finding peace.The King dressed in a Red Sea rig shirt featuring designs from the Samoan School of Fine Art, while the Queen looked elegant in an embroidered blue tunic and palazzo trousers by Anna Valentine, complemented with diamond earrings.

They say the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree - and that’s certainly the case for these celebrity children... Darcey & Billy Draper When broadcaster Kate Garraway attended this year’s NTA awards with her children, viewers couldn’t believe how grown-up Darcey, 18, and Billy, 14, looked.The Draper children have had an undeniably tough year after the death of their father and Kate’s husband, political spin-doctor Derek Draper, but handled the evening with such admirable strength as their mum picked up a gong for the fly-on-the-wall doc about their dad.

Adelaide Cottage, home to Prince and Princess of Wales, may have distinctive pale pink exterior walls, be surrounded by mature trees and offer much-needed privacy these days, but the property hasn't always been so 'homely'. In fact, before Will and Kate made it their main home in 2022 - after they moved out of their palatial apartment, 1A Kensington Palace - the cottage was in need of some major repairs, with one former resident calling it an “icebox” and another critic dubbing it “pokey and unattractive," due to its Victorian wallpaper and heavy furniture.

A four-bedroom cottage in the Home Counties might seem like a rather unlikely choice for a future monarch and his wife, but Adelaide Cottage – the Prince and Princess of Wales’ primary residence – fits the bill perfectly.The two-storey house, in the grounds of 655-acre Windsor Home Park and just a 10-minute walk from Windsor Castle, has been their main home since they moved out of their palatial apartment, 1A Kensington Palace, in 2022. Although fairly modest by royal standards, for William and Kate, both 42, it has proven to be the perfect place in which to raise their three children – Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six.

Daniel Osbourne, the fictional teacher and son of Ken Barlow, has become a key character in Coronation Street. First introduced to Weatherfield in 1995, he left two years later with his mother, Denise Osbourne.