Dolly Parton still up for Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction, whether she likes it or not

Royal tours are meant to go off without a hitch, but Prince William and Kate Middleton 's Caribbean trip has been littered with PR blunders.

The Academy Awards may soon have a greater problem on its hands than its current largely-discussed topic of a massive ratings slide. Three years from now, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will begin implementing its Aperture 2025 initiative – a sweeping set of regulations designed to make Hollywood more equitable and diverse.

Russian defence minister Sergei Shoigu was shown on TV chairing a meeting as the Kremlin sought to dispel swirling rumours that he had suffered a heart attack.The wax-faced 66-year-old army general was reading from notes in an apparent crisis session to obtain more cash for his disastrous war from the Finance Ministry. There was no immediate proof of when the televised session broadcast today (Saturday, March 26) took place, although it clearly referred to the ‘special military operation’ - Kremlin-speak for the war - underway in Ukraine.

It’s going to be a beautiful weekend in Greater Manchester. We can’t believe it either.

Nick Cave has said he gets mixed up with Nic Cage “all the time”.Writing on his Red Hand Files website, Cave recounted how frequently “people mix [him] up with Nicolas Cage,” adding: “Like, I’ll be going through customs and the customs officer will look at my passport and say, ‘Happy to have you with us, Mr Cave. Loved you in Face/Off’.

Coldplay dedicated a song to late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins at a gig in Mexico last night (March 25) – see the tribute below.On Friday night, Foo Fighters issued a statement confirming the 50-year-old’s passing in Bogotá, Colombia. A cause of death was not given.

Hollywood icon and Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, following his death at the age of 50 years old.Taylor died on March 25, 2022 hours before the band were due to perform at a festival in South America.Renowned as one of the world's greatest drummers, Taylor formed a close bond with rock icon and Foo Fighters frontperson Dave Grohl, as well as inspiring generations of musicians.Following the news of Taylor Hawkin's death, Daily Star has taken a look back at the life of one of rock music's greatest drummers.Taylor Hawkins was one part of rock legends The Foo Fighters and had big shoes to fill when he was asked to become the drummer by Nirvana's Dave Grohl.Dave formed The Foo Fighters in 1994 following the death of Nirvana singer Kurt Cobain and was well known as one of rock's legendary drummers.Speaking about joining The Foo Fighters, he told OC Weekly: "I was a little nervous at first, but I got over that."Any instance where you're auditioning for something, you're going to be nervous. But no one can play better than Dave Grohl.

Russia's attack on Ukraine rages on, the FBI have stepped up in its efforts to recruit people to the fight in the US by making use of Facebook ads.The hope with these ads is to attract any dissatisfied or disillusioned Russians, to join the counter-intelligence efforts against the war by providing any information they might have. Facebook allow advertisers to target their ads according to location, and the FBI has taken advantage of this by putting out ads that will appear on people's feed if they are standing close to the Russian Embassy building, in Washington, DC.

Demi Rose has been branded a 'goddess' by fans after taking to Instagram to show off her ultra peachy bum in an incredibly skimpy bikini.Posing up a storm as always, Demi Rose Mawby looked amazing as she showed off her perky derrière in a sultry snap while in St. Lucia.

Piers Morgan has said he's put aside his feud with Harry Potter author JK Rowling to defend her amid the ongoing transgender row she's embroiled in.The TV personality, 56, branded the treatment of the author "an absolute disgrace" amid the backlash she is facing for airing her views on the on sex and gender publicly.Piers addressed the topic of the US transgender swimmer, Lia Thomas, who is set to become a "world-beating superstar" after having joined the women's team.He wrote that the swimmer previously competed unsuccessfully on the University of Pennsylvania men's team.Piers branded the move "grotesquely unfair" in a new column but added that anyone who criticises the move is immediately branded "transphobic".The star wrote that he "unequivocally" the rights of trans people to equality and fairness but added that Thomas had a "massive biological advantage" over her competitors.Piers went on to write that defenders of women's rights are frequently subjected to "the intolerant cancel culture mob", claiming that they try to "destroy careers and lives" for the cause.The former Life Stories host looked to the case of Rowling as an example who has received death threats over the matter on Twitter.Yesterday, the best-selling author hit back at Russian president Vladimir Putin, who compared the cancellation of the Harry Potter author to the sanctions placed upon Russia for invading Ukraine.In a speech, Putin said: "They cancelled Joanne Rowling recently, the children’s author, her books are published all over the world - just because she didn’t satisfy the demands of gender rights."They are now trying to cancel our country.

OLIVIA RODRIGO was THE breakout star of 2021, with her debut album Sour being outsold only by Adele. But when her single Drivers License became a viral phenomenon and shock worldwide No1 she was left wondering if she was even cut out for fame.

Max Verstappen is the current reigning Formula One World Champion after winning the title in 2021.

Roger Federer in the second round of Wimbledon. However, like all Ukrainians, that world came tumbling down last month when Vladimir Putin ordered an invasion of Ukraine.

Rihannateased a hint of her her baby bump while rocking a pink and white striped top, which she left partially unbuttoned, as she shopped for baby clothesin West Hollywood on Thursday.As the nine-time Grammy winner, 34, browsed throughluxury garments at Couture Kids On Robertson, she let out agasp of joy as her pal held up an adorable tan trench coat for her future little one.During her outing, the Umbrella hitmaker picked up acotton and cashmere onesie adorned with Fendi's signature signature double F motif. Mom-to-be: Rihanna teased a hint of her her baby bump while rocking a pink and white striped top, which she left partially unbuttoned, as she shopped for baby clothes in West Hollywood on ThursdayWhile she has not confirmed the sex of her first child, theFenty Beauty founder previously purchaseda tiny orange ruffle dress at Target, which led many of her fans to speculate she's expecting a girl.

Duke of Cambridge has said the royal family supports "with pride and respect" any decisions taken by the Queen’s overseas realms over their future.GALLERY: Best photos from William and Kate's first full day in the Bahamas - sailing, school visit and meeting frontline workersAt a reception to mark Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee, hosted by Bahamas Governor General Cornelius Alvin Smith, Prince William told guests: "Next year, I know you are all looking forward to celebrating fifty years of independence – your Golden Anniversary."WATCH: Prince William says royal family 'supports with pride and respect' any future decision"And with Jamaica celebrating 60 years of independence this year, and Belize celebrating 40 years of independence last year, I want to say this: We support with pride and respect your decisions about your future," he continued."Relationships evolve. Friendship endures."READ: The Queen scaling back duties as she looks set to miss more public eventsThe Duke spoke on the penultimate night of his visit with the Duchess of Cambridge to the three Caribbean nations, suggesting he has taken on board calls for each of the countries to break away from the British monarchy in future.He and Kate, who dazzled in a floor-length aquamarine gown by Philippa Lepley, were guests of honour at the event in the Baha Mar hotel.

Kate Middleton has a Cinderella moment in a pretty ice blue gown while arriving for a dinner reception hosted by the Governor-General of the Bahamas, Cornelius A. Smith, at the Baha Mar Resort in Nassau, Bahamas, on Friday (March 25).

Michele Amabile Angermiller The musical community — including rock royals Ozzy Osbourne, Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine, the band Smashing Pumpkins and Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS — is mourning the death of Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins.Shortly after news broke that Hawkins died in Bogota, Colombia hours before the band was due to take the stage, tributes started pouring in on social media. A beloved fixture in Los Angeles, where he lived, along with the greater touring world, many shared memories and photos of Hawkins behind the kit along with heartfelt words of grief.“@TaylorHawkins was truly a great person and an amazing musician. My heart, my love and my condolences go out to his wife, his children, his family, his band and his fans,” wrote Osbourne on Twitter.

One of the global leaders of the new wave of Afrobeats, Rema finally shares his debut album after pulling massive success with a string of singles and EPs (including endorsements from Drake and Barack Obama as well as a FADER cover story).

Milldred is my brand of choice today. Focusing only on dungarees, this is a small, emerging company run by Milly Marsden. The attention to design detail and pattern-cutting (both take place in London before the pieces are made in India) set them apart.

Oxford Union Society, has come to propose the motion that ‘This House Has Had Enough of PPE’ (Oxford’s famous course of philosophy, politics and economics). ‘The PPE degree is too powerful and not good enough,’ she proclaims, turning to address an audience attired in black tie.

It’s hard to believe that it’s actually Regina Hall‘s first time going to the Oscars – but that’s absolutely the case!