Coronavirus testing site at Ravenscraig set up for North Lanarkshire key workers

nominated by President Biden last July.Wong holds a master’s degree in public administration from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government and a master’s in environmental engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. She also helped establish the Conference on APA Leadership, which helps guide young Asian American and Pacific Islander Americans seeking careers in public service.LGBTQ advocacy groups praised Wong’s confirmation. “Ambassador Wong is now one of the highest-ranking leaders of U.S. economic and international policy in Asia and is well-positioned to leverage her exceptional qualifications and experience,” Annise Parker, the president and CEO of LGBTQ Victory Institute, an organization that advocates for greater LGBTQ representation in elected and appointed positions, said in a statement.“As the first out LGBTQ person of color confirmed to an ambassador-level position, Ambassador Wong is also a symbol of hope and strength for LGBTQ leaders and community members fighting for LGBTQ rights across the globe.

Kate Hudson's son and Judd Apatow's daughter — and it's mother approved!Hudson and Apatow's wife, actress Leslie Mann, are giddy after Hudson's son, Ryder, and Apatow and Mann's daughter, Iris, made their budding relationship Instagram official on Valentine's Day. Ryder, 18, took to the social media platform and shared a pic of him and Iris, 19. They appear to be hanging out at a restaurant, where Ryder's planting a kiss on Iris' cheek.

HBO and HBO Max are gearing up for a must-see spring TV schedule, with a number of new, star-studded series slated to premiere in the next few months. During the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour, the networks shared new images for the biographical series  , an adaptation of the popular true-crime docuseries; the series adaptation of David Simon's return to Baltimore with  and more.Get your first look at what's to come:Starring Colin Firth as Michael Peterson, is the anticipated limited series recounting the events surrounding the suspicious death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson (Toni Collette).

Naomi Campbell is sharing her emotional journey as a first time mom, introducing her baby daughter to the world and making their official debut as a mother-daughter duo on the cover of British Vogue.The 51-year-old supermodel looks beautiful holding her baby for the March cover of the magazine, and while Campbell prefers to keep some aspects of her life private, including the name of her daughter, she revealed how much her life has changed after welcoming her first child.“I always knew that one day I would be a mother, but it’s the biggest joy I could ever imagine. I’m lucky to have her and I know that,“ she shared, adding that her daughter “wasn’t adopted.

deleting his Instagram posts about Pete Davidson following pleas from his ex-wife Kim Kardashian.The Grammy-winning rapper, 44, had spent the past several days ranting about Pete amid his blossoming romance with Kim, including banning the Saturday Night Live comedian from meeting his children and calling him a ‘d***head’. Seemingly realising the impact of his actions, Kanye wiped his picture-sharing account and uploaded a new post with a change of heart.‘I’ve learned that using all caps makes people feel like I’m screaming at them,’ he penned.‘I’m working on my communication. I can benefit from a team of creative professionals, organizers, mobilizers and community leaders.

supports HTML5 videoHalyna Hutchins’ family have filed a lawsuit for wrongful death against Alec Baldwin, following Hutchins’ death on the set of Rust in October 2021.Baldwin was holding the revolver during an on-set rehearsal when it fired and fatally injured director of photography Hutchins.Attorney Brian Panish, representing Hutchins’ husband, Matthew Hutchins, and their son, Andros, held a press conference in Los Angeles on Tuesday to announce the lawsuit again Baldwin and ‘others who are responsible for safety on the set, and whose reckless behaviour and cost-cutting led to the senseless, tragic death of Halyna Hutchins.’ According to Panish, his firm uncovered multiple ‘violations of industry standards’ during an independent investigation.Director Joel Souza was also wounded in the shooting that killed Hutchins.Baldwin has maintained that Hutchins told him to aim the gun just off camera and in her direction and pull the hammer back, and that it fired when he let go.

National Retail Federation forecasted that the estimated 53 percent of American adults who planned to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year would spend $23.9 billion. Yes, that’s a couple of bags!Some of our favorite celebs showed up and showed out for Valentine’s Day, spending big on roses, designer bags and fine dining to make it an unforgettable day for loved ones. Here’s a little bit of the romance that was on display to leave you feeling lovey-dovey.

Megan Thee Stallion turns 26 years old today! The multi-Grammy award winner and recent HBCU graduate’s unique brand of raunchy, braggadocious, girl-power hip-hop is a go-to favorite for turning up, working out, or simply a little easy listening on a commute or in the home for an instant injection of energy and self-affirmation.Megan’s innate sex appeal and southern-bred curves keep eyes ogling, her hard-hitting rhymes and rapid-fire delivery keep fans listening, and her unapologetic self-assuredness always inspires praise and revelry (and a dash of hate) in the comment section. The vibranium-kneed rap goddess has also graced our cover and pages exuding timeless Black beauty, style, and wisdom beyond her years. As she celebrates another year around the sun, take a look at some of the self-proclaimed Hot Girl Coach’s finest, flyest, most fun-filled moments over the last few years as our favorite Savage dominated the industry and won the hearts of millions by being effortlessly classy, bougie, and ratchet.TOPICS:  birthday Black Celebrity Megan Thee Stallion

Frances Bean Cobain is back off the market and back on the ‘Gram!

Sharon Stone has been a screen icon for decades and over that time has learned a lesson or two.

Alec Baldwin's lawyer released a statement regarding the wrongful death lawsuit filed against him by Halyna Hutchins' family Tuesday. "Everyone’s hearts and thoughts remain with Halyna’s family as they continue to process this unspeakable tragedy.

He's best known for playing heroin addict Sick Boy in the hit Brit flick Trainspotting.

The family of Halyna Hutchins, the cinematographer shot and killed on the set of "Rust" on Oct. 21, announced the filing of a wrongful death lawsuit at a press conference Tuesday. The lawsuit, which was filed on behalf of Halyna's husband, Matthew Hutchins, and their son, Andros, in New Mexico, names Alec Baldwin and others who "are responsible for the safety on the set" and "reckless behavior and cost-cutting" that led to the death of Hutchins, according to Hutchins' lawyer.

Join thousands of others who have signed up for the Daily Record newsletter.A NORTH Lanarkshire councillor has been charged in connection with historic sexual abuse.Mark John Kerr, who represents the Kilsyth ward, appeared at Airdrie Sheriff Court yesterday, Thursday, July 16, where he was charged with five sexual offences.He made no plea and was bailed.A date for for his next court appearance is still to be arranged.A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We can confirm that a 37-year-old man has been charged in connection with non-recent sexual abuse.”Councillor Kerr has left the SNP, where he acted as communications officer for the party’s North Lanarkshire group.An SNP spokesperson said: “Mr Kerr has stepped down from the SNP pending

Mark John Kerr, who was elected on an SNP ticket to serve the Kilsyth ward on the local authority.An SNP spokesperson said: “Mr Kerr has stepped down from the SNP pending police investigation of a matter that we understand to have pre-dated his election to North Lanarkshire Council.”According to his register of interest, he sits on seven council committees, as well as the local review body.He is also listed as being a member of the Cumbernauld and Kilsyth Citizens' Advice Bureau, Clyde and Loch Lomond Local District Joint Committee, and Strathclyde Partnership for Transport.

Join thousands of others who have signed up for the Daily Record newsletter.North Lanarkshire recycling centres are now fully operational.Residents are now able to dispose of a wide variety of household waste.The centres, including those in Netherton and Shotts, are for North Lanarkshire residents only so you must show photographic ID and proof of address.To comply with physical distancing guidelines, traffic management is still in place at the centres and the number of vehicles allowed in at any one time is restricted.A North Lanarkshire Council spokesperson said: “Queues are likely so please be patient.“Vans up to 3.5t gross weight and single axle trailers only will be allowed into four of our centres – Netherton, Shotts, Coatbridge or

Celebrities including Steve Coogan, Greg McHugh and Sanjeev Kohli have thrown their weight behind a campaign to raise awareness of suicide prevention in North Lanarkshire.

A stellar cast of screen stars have teamed up to support Suicide Prevention North Lanarkshire’s important new awareness campaign, You Matter.

A wreath was laid at Coatbridge’s industrial museum to mark an especially poignant international workers’ memorial day.

Wishaw commuters who faced long delays on a busy junction are in for some welcome relief.

Click here for more news from the Airdrie and Coatbridge AdvertiserEducation officials “have ambitions to significantly raise attainment through improving curricular arrangements”, with the report adding: “Raising attainment, success in participating in programmes of personal achievement and leaving school to a positive destination are important barometers of success.“In the current climate, curricular delivery is subject to the national emergency [of] Covid-19; in this context, the curriculum review has a special emphasis, in that it will underpin the digital offering to pupils, parents and teachers and support the recovery process when it begins.“The enhanced curriculum [aims] to ensure employability pathways are available to all young