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BBC Breakfast's beloved weather presenter Carol Kirkwood has taken to Twitter to share her astonishment at the impact of the recent storms in the UK.This morning, the weather woman, 59, checked in on a social media user who revealed that a family member's garage had been severely damaged by the risky weather conditions.After wishing her 217,200 followers a good morning, the meteorologist addressed the impact of the recent extreme weather.Carol tweeted: "Hope you have not been adversely affected by the storms we have had... xx," followed by two red hearts.The star's social media users were quick to comment on the post with their own experiences of Storm Eunice and Storm Franklin.Twitter user @matelotjack posted a snap of a garage with the roof completely blown off.Replying to Carol, they captioned the snap: "My mothers garage roof in Wales."(sic)Clearly taken aback by the image, Carol responded: "Oh my goodness...

Kanye West continued to rock the boat with his estranged wife Kim Kardashian during his star-studded Donda 2 listening event at LoanDepot Park stadium in Miami, Florida on Tuesday night.The rapper, 44, sampled a line from the 41-year-old reality star'sSaturday Night Live opening monologue ahead of the track Sci-Fi, which is featured on his eleventh studio album.Kardashian could be heard saying, 'I married the best rapper of all time. Not only that, he is the richest Black man in America.'A talented, legit genius who gave me four incredible kids.' Agenda: Kanye West continued to rock the boat with his estranged wife Kim Kardashian during his star-studded Donda 2 listening event at LoanDepot Park stadium in Miami, Florida on Tuesday nightWest conveniently left out the next line in the monologue where Kardashian joked about their divorce and made a dig about his 'personality.''So, when I divorced him, you have to know it came down to just one thing: his personality.' She filed for divorce in February 2021 after nearly seven years of marriage.

She put on a loved-up display with her fiancé days earlier when they watched the NBA All-Star Game from courtside seats.And Megan Fox had another sweet moment with her love Machine Gun Kelly as they bonded with his 12-year-old daughter Casie Colson Baker in photos she posted to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday.The 35-year-old actress and the 31-year-old rapper-turned-rocker showed off their winning smiles while grabbing some coffee in Cleveland as they wrapped up their trip to the Midwest. Family: Megan Fox, 35, and her fiancé Machine Gun Kelly, 31, wrapped up their Cleveland trip after catching the NBA All-Star Game by snapping some fun photos with his daughter Casie, 12Megan, MGK (real name: Colson Baker) and Casie were pictured sitting at 27 Club, a coffee shop whose name morbidly references famous entertainers who have suffered untimely deaths at age 27, including Kurt Cobain, Jimi Hendrix, Amy Winehouse and more.Megan put on a busty display in a brown crop top that also highlighted her toned midriff, and she paired it with simple black pants.

Just one day after landing a whopping $15 million book deal to tell all about her 13-year conservatorship, Britney Spears is looking for a new home.The 40-year-old singer took to Instagram on Tuesday evening to share two brief videos of the view from her bedroom at her current abode.She revealed that after living there for seven years, she's in the market for a new home, following the termination of her conservatorship. New home:Just one day after landing a whopping $15 million book deal to tell all about her 13-year conservatorship, Britney Spears is looking for a new home Videos:The 40-year-old singer took to Instagram on Tuesday evening to share two brief videos of the view from her bedroom at her current abodeThe video offered a peek from her bedroom window at the pool in the backyard of her house and the scenic hillside behind the pool.'So this is the view from my room ...

Shanna Moakler and her on-again beau Matthew Rondeau appear to be on good terms following recent speculation around their relationship.The former Miss USA, 46, and the model, 29, kept close to each other while out in San Diego on Tuesday.They were both wearing black outfits as they strolled hand-in-hand while out and about. On again: Shanna Moakler and her on-again beau Matthew Rondeau appear to be on good terms following recent speculation around their relationshipShanna wore a black zip-up sweatshirt with mesh panels on the shoulders.She showed a slither of her flat stomach, revealing a bit of her belly ring as she walked alongside her man.

Teresa Giudice hurled an expletive at a producer while standing up for her boyfriend Luis Ruelas on Tuesday's episode of The Real Housewives Of New Jersey on Bravo.The 49-year-old reality star during the season 12 episode titled Shady Down The Shore became outraged after her friends and family continued gossiping about Louie, 46.Louie already was running late to the party and Teresa after checking her phone said he was stuck in traffic. Stormed off:Teresa Giudice hurled an expletive at a producer while standing up for her boyfriend Luis Ruelas on Tuesday's episode of The Real Housewives Of New Jersey on BravoHer brother Joe Gorga, 42, also texted him and Louie responded, ''Driving down, had so much work'.Teresa after arriving at Jennifer Aydin's rented shore house fielded a call from Louie while everyone else was getting ready at Joe and Melissa Gorga's shore house.

Elton John resumed hisFarewell Yellow Brick Road Tour in the US just hours after a scary situation, which resulted in his private plane having to make an emergency landing back in the UK.The legendary rocker's wowed the New York City crowd at the famed Madison Square Garden on Tuesday,playing many of his hit songs that have made him a music icon.It would take persistence and a change of planes for John to make it to Manhattan in time for the show in the wake of his terrifying mid-air drama, which was setoff by ahydraulic failure on his private jet while en route from the UK to the US. Back on stage: Elton John, 74, appeared to be full of high-octane energy for his show at New York City's famed Madison Square Garden on Tuesday hours after his private plane had to make an emergency landing back in the UKThe singer's plane was about an hour into the flight from Farnborough Airport in Hampshire on Monday for the sold out concert when pilots decided they had to return due to a problem with the plane's hydraulic systems.They had been flying about 10,000 feet over Ireland at the time of the initial emergency.

Coldplay have shared an expansive cover of Kid Cudi‘s 2008 hit ‘Day ‘n’ Nite’ – check out their version below.The cover arrives for a new Spotify Singles release, which also features a new version of ‘Let Somebody Go’, their recent collaboration with Selena Gomez.“‘Day ‘n’ Nite’ I loved when it came out, and I still love love love it,” frontman Chris Martin said of the band’s decision to cover the track, which they turn into a stadium-ready song full of pulsating synths.“Martin added: This is the first time I think that we’ve really taken proper time to record a cover, because in my head I could hear a version of it quite different from the original, that hopefully just reinforces what a brilliant song it is. One way or another I hope that anyone listening will just think, ‘Wow, Kid Cudi is amazing.’”Of ‘Let Somebody Go’, Martin added: “I have always loved Selena’s voice and when ‘Let Somebody Go’ arrived it felt like she was the only person to sing it with.“I’m so happy she said yes.

Alison Hammond, 47, has made a name for herself over the years with her hilarious antics, bubbly personality and contagious laugh living at the forefront of her fan's minds.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefThe Hong Kong International Film Festival, scheduled to have taken place from the end of March, has been postponed due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Organizers also canceled remaining screenings in the Cine Fan community outreach program.This decision follows the Hong Kong government’s moves earlier this week to extend social distancing measures until April 20, 2022.

K.J. Yossman Netflix has partnered with Creative U.K. to launch a program for U.K.

Pensioners in Cambuslang are still waiting for improvements to be made to their pothole-ridden street - nine months after South Lanarkshire Council declared repairs would be made.

Nicola Sturgeon announced in the Scottish Parliament yesterday that the majority of covid restrictions would be dropped next month.

Little Mix star Jesy Nelson shared a series of snaps online of her in the studio with singer and rapper will.i.am.The singer, 30, took to Instagram on Tuesday to post the behind the scenes photos as they worked on new music together. In the snap to her 8.5million followers, the former Little Mixer captioned the photo series: "Studio with one of my fave humans @iamwill", followed by a white love heart.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will not bow or curtsy to Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall following the announcement that she'll become Queen Consort, claim royal insiders. On February 6 the Queen backed Camilla to take the Queen Consort title when her husband Prince Charles is crowned King.

drug cartels have brought another weekend of bloodshed to terrified neighbourhoods as violent attacks and executions continue.One shocking incident during a terrifying 48 hours in the small state of Colima in western Mexico saw human remains discovered inside a bin bag. It comes as the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and Los Mezcales group engage in rapidly escalating street battles over control of the drugs trade in the strategically important region.

Holly Willoughby shared a rare glimpse into her time off with her family during her children's half-term holiday. The 41-year-old took some time off from hosting ITV show This Morning to spend time with her three children, daughter Belle, 10, and sons, Harry, 12, and Chester seven.

Mikel Arteta has overseen during his time in the hot seat at Arsenal.The Spaniard has been at the helm for over two years and has guided the Gunners to FA Cup glory in that time.He also has the Londoners on the cusp of clinching a top-four finish this year to end their multi-year exile from the Champions League.Arsenal still have a long way to go in terms of getting back to where they once were, but the seismic impact he's had at the club has been highlighted by a clip from 2017.The clip is from Arsenal's 2-1 win over Crystal Palace, with Alexis Sanchez netting both goals. But during the clip, only a handful of players trudge over to celebrate with the Gunners former talisman.At the time, Graeme Souness claimed that the reluctant celebrations were the sign of a fractured dressing room as a result of Sanchez's contract dispute.“I’ve only ever seen that if a team’s 5-1 up with five minutes to go, you would get that," Souness said at the time."Not when you’ve just gone 2-1 up and you’ve been under the cosh.

The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure is set to be available on Netflix this March.This is according to a new trailer for the film from the streaming platform, which was released earlier today (February 23). In it, a band of pirates set off to find long-lost imperial treasure, but soon find their ship is battered by the elements while fending off other parties who are also interested in the treasure.The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure stars Kang Ha-neul (When the Camellia Blooms), Han Hyo-joo (W – Two Worlds Apart), Lee Kwang-soo (Sinkhole), Kwon Sang-woo (Hitman: Agent Jun) and EXO’s Sehun.

Katie Price has vowed to stand by her fiancé Carl Woods after his recent brush with the law. He has been charged with using abusive or threatening insults or behaviours. Carl, who was arrested following an alleged incident in Essex last August, is due to appear in court on March 10.

Fred has revealed he is a huge fan of the 'McFred' nickname that has been bestowed upon the midfield partnership between the Brazilian and Scott McTominay.