Coronavirus cases declining across UK and 'end in sight' - but rates on rise in Midlands

A popular Aldi SpecialBuy has returned to the middle aisle and it’s a bargain alternative to a designer candle 16 times more expensive.

Two friends are braving a 36-hour drive to the Ukraine frontline with a van full of vital supplies to help thousands of war victims.

Jon Burlingame editorIn a possible preview of what may take home Oscars for music, “No Time to Die” songwriters Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell and “Encanto” composer Germaine Franco won Society of Composers & Lyricists awards Tuesday night at Los Angeles’ Skirball Center.Franco’s Colombian-flavored music for “Encanto” took the award for outstanding original score for a studio film, overtaking scores for “Dune” and “The Power of the Dog,” among others, in the balloting. Daniel Hart’s medieval sounds for “The Green Knight” won original score for an independent film.

The Chanel fashion show brought out some chic stars during Paris Fashion Week!

EarthGang have expressed their appreciation for BTS leader RM, after the boyband member shared the duo’s music.Yesterday (March 8), RM shared an Instagram Story of him listening to ‘L.O.V.E.’, the Hip-hop duo’s new collaboration with future funk producer Yung Bae, and musicians Jon Batiste and Sherwyn.The Instagram Story later made its way onto Twitter after a fan posted a screenshot of on Twitter, while tagging the official EarthGang account.

Brave Girls have teased their upcoming mini-album ‘Thank You’ with a preview video featuring snippets of a majority of its songs.The clip, dubbed a “highlight medley”, was uploaded to Brave Entertainment’s official YouTube account earlier today (March 9). It features previews all fiveof the mini-album’s new songs, which includes title track ‘Thank You’ and a remix of that song.All five tracks on ‘Thank You’ are produced by Brave Brothers, MABOOS, Chakun and Red Cookie, who have frequently worked with the group with their previously releases.

Big Bang’s T.O.P has spoken up about the aftermath of his marijuana case publicly for the first time.In 2017, the rapper was charged with marijuana use by the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. He was later found guilty and received a 10-month jail sentence, with a two-year probation. At the time of the controversy, he was serving his mandatory military service as a conscripted police officer.In a recent interview with Prestige Hong Kong, T.O.P described the incident as the “worst moment” of his life and how it took a toll on his mental health.

Kim Shillinglaw, a former BBC Two Controller and Endemol Shine Factual Director, has become a Non-Executive Director of Squad Goals and Reclaiming Amy producer Curious Films.

Roland Emmerich’s big-budget sci-fi disaster pic Moonfall has been set for a March 25 release in China (check out the new poster below). The movie, which released via Lionsgate domestically on February 4, is heavily backed by China’s Huayi, so this is an important piece of its recoupment prospects. The China date falls one week after the PRC start of Warner Bros/DC’s The Batman.

The Society of Composers & Lyricists’ announced the winners of its 3rd Annual SCL Awards this evening at The Skirball Cultural Center. The event, which was hosted by rapper Aloe Blacc, recognizes composers and songwriters in all visual media.

“There’s a raccoon loose in the building.”

Central Scotland MSP Meghan Gallacher claims patients would have been “suffering in pain” after NHS Lanarkshire cancelled thousands of operations.

As the soaps prepare to battle it out in the TV schedules – both Emmerdale and EastEnders will air at the same time – EastEnders has come out fighting with a £87million set. Fans were able to see the set for the first time on screen on Monday (March 7th). Emmerdale, meanwhile, has given the show’s iconic pub The Woolpack a major makeover.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor“Dune” has taken top honors at the VES Awards garnering four awards including Photoreal feature winner. Disney’s “Encanto” was named top animated film, also winning four awards.The Visual Effects Society (VES), the industry’s global professional honorary society, held the 20th Annual VES Awards, the prestigious yearly celebration that recognizes outstanding visual effects artistry and innovation in film, animation, television, commercials, video games and special venues.This marks the Society’s 20th VES Awards program, and is being celebrated during the organization’s milestone 25th Anniversary.Industry guests gathered at the Beverly Hilton to celebrate VFX talent in 25 awards categories.  “Foundation” The Emperor’s Peace was named best photoreal episode.

The Golden State Warriors faced off against the Los Angeles Clippers at San Francisco’s Chase Center on Tuesday, March 8, where the Warriors received a special visit from a basketball legend: Jackie Moon of the Flint Tropics.

Hulu is coming out with a brand new murder mystery series called Career Opportunities in Murder and Mayhem.

Travis Barker paid homage to his loved ones on International Women's Day Tuesday.Barker, 46, posted a shot of fiancée Kourtney Kardashian, 42, posed in between daughter Alabama Barker, 16, and stepdaughter Atiana De La Hoya, 22.'Happy #internationalwomensday to these special ones I love so much,' the Blink-182 member captioned the post. The latest: Travis Barker, 46, paid homage to his loved ones on International Women's Day Tuesday, as he posted a shot of fiancée Kourtney Kardashian, 42, posed in between daughter Alabama Barker, 16, and stepdaughter Atiana De La Hoya, 22In the shot, Kourtney wore her black locks down and parted with a puffy black jacket and black jeans.Atiana, whose father is boxer Oscar De La Hoya, 49, and mother is Barker's ex Shanna Moakler, 46, wore a black jacket over a black crop top with black pants.

Zac Efron will help tell one of the most unique tales from the Vietnam War in the new Apple TV Plus movie The Greatest Beer Run Ever.The 34-year-old actor will portray John 'Chick' Donohue, who travelled from New York City to Vietnam to deliver some well-earned beers to his friends fighting in the Vietnam War.Apple TV Plus released the first photo of Efron as Donohue, whose memoir -The Greatest Beer Run Ever: A Memoir of Friendship, Loyalty, and War - was published in September 2021 and serves as the basis for this movie. Zac as John:Zac Efron will help tell one of the most unique tales from the Vietnam War in the new Apple TV Plus movie The Greatest Beer Run Ever.

The White Lotus star Alexandra Daddario lookedangelic in a stunning one-shoulder white gown at TIME's 2022 Women of the Year gala on Tuesday.While strutting down the red carpet in a pair of strappy gold heels, the35-year-old actress flashed some major leg in her stunning dress with a thigh-high slit.She accessorized herethereal look with adramatic blue smokey eye with a perfect winged eyeliner, pink lipstick andsweep of blush for ahealthy glow. Radiant: Alexandra Daddario looked angelic in a stunning one-shoulder white gown at TIME's 2022 Women of the Year gala on TuesdayDaddario, who first shot to fame as Annabeth Chase in the Percy Jackson film series from 2010 to 2013, wore her dark brown hair in a low ponytail.

Casey Affleck and Caylee Cowan have had no problem showing off their affection for one another, for all to see, while out on lunch and dinner dates in recent days.And once again, the couple packed on the PDA, which included passionate kisses and gentle hand holding, when they stepped out for lunch together on Tuesday.All their hot and heavy action of late, combined with social media posts in the new year where Affleck goes beyond professing his love, has sparked plenty of chatter about a potential engagement and wedding in the near future. Loved-up: Casey Affleck, 46, and Caylee Cowan, 23, put their love on display when they took a stroll during their lunch date in Los Angeles on TuesdayThe pair looked to be enjoying their alone time together, walking along the streets and sidewalks chatting and laughing, all while they held hands.Dressed casually in faded blue jeans with a matching hoodie over a pink crop top, theSunrise In Heaven actress, 23, looked content to be in the company of The Assassination Of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford star, 46.

TOWIE star Gemma Collins has moaned to her fans after highlighting that she hasn't had a holiday for almost three years thanks to a hectic work schedule.The 41-year-old reality TV star is dreaming of well-earned rest in the sun after a back-to-back working schedule.On Tuesday morning, the Essex star took to her Instagram Stories to film her manager surprising her with an at-home visit to discuss her busy career plans.Gemma told her 2.2 million followers, "Surprise visit from Mark this morning."Mark quickly chimed in, waving some documents and adding: "With your huge schedule for the year!"Gemma pleaded in the cheeky clip and said, "Oh Mark, please..."She then tells: "I would like a holiday. I haven't had one for two and a half years."Despite not being able to lap up the sun on vacation, Gemma has continued to enjoy a few local staycations and enjoyed the delights the UK has to offer.Earlier this week, the reality TV icon embarked on a safari trip with her partner Rami Hawash and his son Tristan.Last year, Gemma opened up about her rekindled romance with businessman Rami.After enjoying an on-off relationship with Rami over the last decade, at one point the couple were briefly engaged to be married in 2013.Their engagement came to an end in 2014, just weeks before they were set to tie the knot, and since their break up, Rami became a father to four-year-old Tristan.Sharing an update about her romance with Rami, Gemma said: "I'm delighted.