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Asda has issued an apology after a technical glitch caused some of its stores to open later than expected. The retailer has stated that the checkout issue, which delayed early Monday morning shoppers until around 8am, has now been remedied, and operations are back to normal.

, , —in a white James Perse linen shirt and trousers and black Saint Laurent satin slippers, with that iconic platinum hair in a loose ponytail at her neck and, crucially, —stands to greet me. “It’s cute, right?” she says, pointing at the parsnip that she’d plucked from a platter of room service crudités on the coffee table.It’s a typical “kooky” gesture, in keeping with the playful, fun, and dare I say, “ditzy blonde bombshell” public persona that she has cultivated, and that has been cultivated for her, over the years.

set a record for women in the Open Era. But for the 2024 Glamour Global Woman of the Year, whom I meet at home in Jupiter, Florida, on the kind of blazing hot morning that bathes the ground in almost eerie white light, the new motto in fact represents personal growth.To her it’s a concession. She can’t be perfect all the time.

Derek McInnes conceded that a lack of calmness cost Kilmarnock their first league win of the season.

A model with a 126cm behind has lashed out at societal standards for discriminating against larger body shapes.

Annie Kilner is reportedly embroiled in a deep-seated feud with her sister Sian, likening her actions to those of Lauryn Goodman.

A man will be reported to prosecutors after a two-vehicle crash placed four women in hospital.

A motorcyclist has died in a horror crash on the M74.

DirecTV is acquiring satellite rival Dish Network, creating by far the largest pay-TV operator.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor DirecTV and Dish Network, longtime satellite TV adversaries, are set to merge. DirecTV announced a deal with Dish parent company EchoStar to acquire Dish in a deal valued at nearly $10 billion. Under the terms of the purchase agreement, DirecTV will acquire EchoStar’s video distribution business, including Dish TV and Sling TV, in exchange for a nominal consideration of $1 — plus the assumption of the Dish unit’s net debt with a total face value of approximately $9.75 billion.

BBC Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball was among the scores of Strictly Come Dancing fans left "gutted" by the result on Sunday night, sharing her dismay on social media with a host of other celebs.

Doja Cat has spoken out against conflicts around the world and called on her fans to use “their voice” and help end the violence.During her headline set at the Global Citizen Festival in New York’s Central Park, she took time to highlight the plight of civilians in areas such as Gaza and Ukraine.“Right now, millions of men, women and children in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, the Congo and all across the world, are suffering. In times like this, it is important to remember that we have the power to bring change, love light and hope to those who need it most,” she said.“I join forces with Global Citizen to help people in areas of conflict and crisis, and I know so many of you join me in taking action to earn your tickets to be here tonight.

Porno For Pyros bassist Martyn LeNoble has described Perry Farrell as “the worst frontman I’ve ever worked with”.The musician posted a statement online after the Jane’s Addiction singer made headlines for shoving bandmate Dave Navarro mid-performance during a show in Boston earlier this month, after which the set abruptly ended.In a series of posts shared shared to X in the early hours of Monday (September 30), LeNoble seemingly weighed in by writing: “I can say, unequivocally, that Perry has been the worst frontman I’ve ever worked with.“Always a kind word, followed by shitty actions. The fish rots from the head down. I still don’t understand how he channeled some of those great lyrics & vocals on the first two Jane’s records.”LeNoble continued that he’s worked with some “difficult” singers that were all “kinder, better, and more talented”.He went on: “Perry doesn’t show up for rehearsals, sound checks, writing, etc.

Badly Drawn Boy has announced a 25th anniversary UK tour for his 2000 album ‘The Hour Of Bewilderbeast’ – find all the details below.The English singer-songwriter – real name Damon Gough – is set to celebrate his Mercury Prize winning-debut with a series shows across the UK in March and April of next year.Complete with a full band, the musician will perform the record in its entirety, along with other classics and fan favourites from his back catalogue.The tour kicks off at Birmingham Town Hall on March 13 2025, followed by stops in Oxford, Leeds, Brighton, Southampton and more, along with two nights at London’s EartH theatre. The run will then conclude with a gig at Manchester Factory International at Aviva Studios on April 5.Tickets for all shows go on sale this Friday (October 4) at 10am BST, and you can purchase your’s here.

Whoopi Goldberg has paid tribute to her “one of a kind” Sister Act co-star Maggie Smith in a new post on social media.The passing of the iconic actor, aged 89, was confirmed last Friday (September 27) by her sons, Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens. In a statement they said that Smith “passed away peacefully” in the early hours of that morning.“An intensely private person, she was with friends and family at the end,” they shared in a statement last week.

Euphoria season three.Back in July, the third season of the show was confirmed to start filming in January 2025, with its entire main cast – including Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney – to return.In a statement issued on July 12, HBO’s head of drama, Francesca Orsi, said she was “thrilled” to reveal that the show will begin shooting this coming January.“We could not be happier with our creative partnership with Sam [Levinson] and this incredible cast. We look forward to bringing this new season of Euphoria to life for the fans,” the statement read.Now, Abrams has been asked about the show and his return, saying that while he’s “not tired” of being asked about it, he doesn’t have much information about it at all – like if he is even in season three, or when it will shoot.He told IndieWire, “I just don’t have anything to say about it simply because I don’t know.

Finneas has announced plans to tour his forthcoming new album ‘For Cryin’ Out Loud!’ – find ticket details below.The singer-songwriter will hit the road in New Zealand and Australia in January next year before performing a series of dates in the UK and Ireland, including a show at London’s Eventim Apollo on April 17.He will then go on to tour Europe later that month through to May. A pre-sale for the UK dates will begin on Wednesday (October 2) at 9am BST before tickets go on general sale this Friday (October 4) at midday.

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Yang Suiyi’s Karst won best film in the Fei Mu Awards for up-and-coming Chinese filmmakers at this year’s Pingyao International Film Festival, while Swiss director Ramon Zurcher’s The Sparrow In The Chimney won best film in the Roberto Rossellini Awards for emerging international directors. 

Strictly Come Dancing has experienced a ratings slump after allegations of backstage bullying surfaced, causing a significant headache for the BBC.

Married at First Sight UK's Jay Howard has secured a role in an ITV disability documentary, exactly one year after gaining fame on the popular Channel 4 series.