Emmerdale fans work out baby Thomas paternity twist after surprising DNA results

One of Manchester’s best primary schools is set to join one of the city’s major academy chains.

A convicted fraudster with distinctive tattoos is on the run after he failed to return to an open prison, police have said. A force has now issued a public appeal for help to trace Robert Salinger.

Whether you like to eat them as a mid-morning snack or prefer to tuck into them as a late night nibble, it’s no exaggeration that we’re a country of biscuit fans. While some may opt for a classic custard cream or a crumbly cookie, one biscuit that’s ideal for any occasion is the humble digestive. But despite its popularity, beloved biscuit brand McVities has revealed that it will be making some changes to its iconic snack.

Dancing On Ice star Matt Richardson has been rushed to hospital after suffering a brain infection.The comedian and presenter, who appeared on the popular ITV ice skating show last year, took to Instagram on Friday to share the terrifying impact of his sudden illness as he revealed it was causing him significant memory loss. In the heartbreaking post, Matt revealed that he "can't remember" going to a recent concert with his brother, despite it taking place just a week ago.

Covid-19 surge.Authorities in the dictatorship regime fear that objects touched south of the border, then carried by the wind, are bringing the virus into their country.In what appears to be an attempt to point the blame at South Korea, North Korea has warned people to be wary of ways that 'climate phenomena' could bring the virus northwards.READ MORE: Kate Middleton was forced to leave Wimbledon's royal box immediately after medical alertThe communist state has ordered its citizens to 'vigilantly deal with alien things coming by wind and other climate phenomena and balloons in the areas along the demarcation line and borders,' the official KCNA news agency said. Although the agency did not directly mention South Korea, North Korean defectors and activists have for decades flown balloons from the South across the heavily fortified border, carrying leaflets and humanitarian aid.

READ MORE: 'I avoided beaches because my body wasn't perfect – but now I proudly wear bikinis' Dolly’s 45-foot motorhome comfortably sleeps two people and is decorated in the singer’s classic style – with plenty of hot pink velvet and glitter.Two people can sleep in the glitzy motorhome and may even try on all of Dolly’s gorgeous costumes, shoes and even her guitar.“(I) decided to retire it because I wasn’t touring that much anymore and it just was sitting there.“And I thought this could be put to really good use.”While many major fans will want to stay in the tour bus it does come at a cost.The motorhome costs a minimum of $10,000 (£8,280).But, Dolly has stated that part of the cash goes to the Dollywood Foundation which supports disadvantaged children with education programmes as well as her Imagination Library.The superstar added: “If you’ve got money – and a lot of people do – they just want to experience that.”Guests get to enjoy a Dollywood room that sleeps an extra four people, a full sized wig cabinet and bejewelled clothes and shoes.The decor is a gaudy wonderland with murals on the walls.Dolly spent months in the motorhome during her tours from 2008 to 2022.And, she even wrote some of her songs like “Backwoods Barbie” as well as “9 to 5: the Musical” within its walls.On the booking website, the van is described as “the ultimate behind-the-scenes Dolly Parton experience.”It even states: “Designed by Dolly and her sisters, the motorcoach offers a unique glimpse into Dolly’s life on the road.” Would you love to stay in this home? Tell us in the comments… READ NEXT: Backpacking Brit shares top paid jobs to work while travelling in Australia Tourists banned from 'haunted' fort in India where people 'disappear'

Asda and Aldi stores right now. Following in the footsteps of Boots, the two chains have decided to rename some of their important aisles.

Raphinha will bring more than just Brazilian flair to his next club; he'll rock up with a real Samba stunner of a girlfriend, too. The Leeds United winger, 25, looks set to leave Elland Road this summer, with a host of clubs interested in his signature. Arsenal had been in pole position to snatch the former Rennes man until Chelsea came knocking.

It is the moment that every Love Island fan has been waiting for as Casa Amor is set to make its much-anticipated return. The ITV2 show is currently in its fourth week, midway through the eighth series, with the couples getting cosier than ever.

Strictly's Gemma Atkinson took to social media on Thursday with a poignant message for fans as she prepared for her daughter Mia's upcoming third birthday party.MORE: Gemma Atkinson wows in strapless sunbathing outfit in new videoThe actress, who shares the two-year-old with fiancé Gorka Marquez, posted the update after heading out to buy party paraphernalia for Mia's upcoming celebrations.WATCH: Gemma Atkinson shares important message whilst preparing for Mia's birthday partyAfter sharing a harrowing video of the reality of animal cruelty, the star spoke directly to camera. She said: "I just watched that video it was awful.READ: Gemma Atkinson showcases fabulous figure in backless dressSEE: Strictly's Gorka Marquez shares 'very sad' news – fiancée Gemma Atkinson reacts"I watched it just as I was going to the shop to get bits for Mia's birthday party," before holding up a roll of disney princess wrapping paper.

Emmerdale is set for some upsetting scenes this week as Nicola King is left living in fear after being violently set on by a gang of girls. As of late Nicola hasn’t been on the best of terms with her half-sister Bernice Blackstock thanks to their council rivalry, with Nicola even resorting to ruthless tactics to take out her sister, including scaring off a potential date. Seeing the sisters at war, pal Laurel Thomas suggests getting the sisters together and going for a night out.

Kim Tate (Claire King) about her secret past life. As Kim seethed after discovering that Will (Dean Andrews) had been keeping secrets from her, she questioned Mary about her own marriage. Mary said that it would have been her 54th wedding anniversary, and the marriage had been a happy one though she and her husband were more like friends.

Emmerdale fans were left in tears on Monday's episode and praised the ITV soap for powerful scenes as Mary Goskirk came out to a supportive Kim Tate. During the episode, Mary started acting evasive when a question about her love life from Kim evoked some painful emotions.To which Mary said: "There is no such thing as my truth, there is only the truth..." With Kim asking: "And what's that?" After a long pause, Mary said in powerful scenes: "I'm gay..." The newcomer then burst into tears as she added: "Oh my goodness, I've said it, it's only taken me my whole life but I've actually said it." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter .

Emmerdale fans are sure they're in for a huge romance twist as Mary Goskirk and Kim Tate look set for a love affair.It comes after Kim kicked her fiancée Will Taylor out of the house, declaring the engagement off after he lied to her about her son Jamie still being alive.The pair have been growing closer as of late, with Mary heading round to Kim's on various occasions, with Kim inviting Mary round for a strong drink after arguing with Will at the Hop.A question from Kim makes Mary evasive, but as she relays the story of her first love to the Home Farm matriarch, it's as though a weight has been lifted.Mary admitted that it would have been her 54th wedding anniversary, telling Kim: "We were more like best friends than husband and wife, but we muddled along."But when Kim pressed whether there'd ever been anyone else, Mary shuttered up her feelings and rushed to the kitchen to make a cup of tea.Eventually, though, she told Kim the truth about her sexuality, admitting: "There is no 'my truth', there is only the truth. I'm gay."She laughed: "Oh my goodness, I've said it.

Emmerdale fans think they have figured out the identity of Andrea Tate's "secret brother" after Thursday's bombshell. Only recently, Will Taylor has been paying a dodgy contact of his, Mike, in a bid to track down "dead" Jamie Tate after police officer Harriet Finch revealed he had been spotted recently.

Emmerdale's Kim Tate, played by Claire King, left viewers baffled as they accused her of being "replaced" during a heated scene with her partner Will and Gabby and Dawn in Friday's episode.Kim's world has been turned upside down as she has discovered that her son Jamie may actually be alive, whilst Gabby and Dawn's secret quickly unraveled.As the pair interrupted a heated discussion between Will and Kim, she announced that she "knew their secret".As Gabby tried to explain that shooting Will was an accident, Kim broke down in tears as she screamed at everyone to get out of her house.Will was later left devastated as Kim told him that she couldn't trust him, meaning they couldn't get married.Baffled fans took to social media to comment on Kim's dramatic change in personality, with many saying that Kim wasn't behaving like her normal self.One posted: "Why have they replaced Kim Tate with a snivelling wreck?" Another added: " Emmerdale what are you doing to these feisty women?" A third chipped in: "Kim's actually being a somewhat decent human being for a change."Meanwhile, fans think they've worked out a huge twist with baby Thomas' father as Jamie is set to make a dramatic return.During Thursday's episode, PI Mike asked Will to do a DNA test to compare Thomas’ DNA to someone they had tracked down who looked similar to Jamie.As Mike later revealed it couldn't have been Jamie as the DNA didn't match, viewers took to social media to predict a paternity twist.One posted: "he DNA not matching doesn’t mean that it’s not Jamie Tate.

Alexander Lincoln first catapulted onto our screens on Emmerdale back in 2019 as the heartthrob Jamie Tate. The 28 year old was known in the Yorkshire Dales for being the son of soap villainess Kim Tate and began poisoning his mum. And while his character was killed off in November 2021 when his car crashed into a lake, it was never confirmed whether Jamie was dead or alive.

Emmerdale fans think a DNA bombshell is set to hit the village after Will Taylor made a discovery. The character had secretly hired someone to try and track down Jamie Tate, the son of his future wife, after his daughter Dawn and Gaby Thomas told him they believe he is still alive.

Emmerdale fans think they have figured out a new twist with Jamie Tate and baby Thomas after Thursday's episode. Only recently, Will has been paying a dodgy contact of his, Mike, in a bid to track down "dead" Jamie after police officer Harriet Finch revealed he had been spotted recently. Earlier this week, Mike told Will that a man fitting Jamie’s description was spotted near Hazel’s house, who is looking after Jamie's daughter and her granddaughter Millie, as he suggested a DNA test.

Emmerdale viewers will be left gripped for another week as tensions run high throughout the Yorkshire Dales. Suzy (Martelle Edinborough) finds coke in Leyla’s (Roxy Shahidi) handbag and warns her of the dangers of buying drugs from an unknown dealer. Making a decision, Leyla washes the rest of the drugs down the sink.

THEIR love lives are full of turmoil on-screen - but for some soap stars, reality can be just as dramatic. Spending hours on set with co-workers can see sparks fly, and sometimes the temptation proves too much.