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tensions in Eastern Europe.The Russian President made a televised speech at just before 3am UK time on Thursday morning where he said that Ukraine was to be "demilitarised and de-nazified" as a result of the action, and accused Western powers of "crossing a red line".Moments later footage on social media emerged from the Ukranian port city of Mariupol, located 30 miles from the border with Russia, appearing to show plumes of smoke rising in the aftermath of explosions.Explosions were also reported in Odesa and the capital city of Kiev after the conclusion of Putin's speech, which came at the same as world powers pleaded with Putin to "give peace a chance" at an emergency UN Security Council meetingVladimir Putin's military have ventured beyond the pro-Russian separatist regions of Donetsk and Lugansk, defying western powers and putting Europe on a bloody warpath.Just before 11pm UK time yesterday, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Putin declined an invitation to last minute talks, adding that an offensive against Ukraine had been approved. Zelenskyy also revealed that some 200,000 Russian troops were gathered on the border at that time.

Piers Morgan shared a sweet message to his former Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway as he praised her "courage and never-give-up spirit".The journalist told the 54-year-old to "keep battling" as she shared her family life in a new TV documentary, Caring For Derek which aired on Tuesday (February 22) evening.The ITV programme is a follow-on from her award-winning documentary Finding Derek last year, which saw her husband Derek return home from his year-long hospital stint after battling Covid.The virus left his organs damaged and needing around-the-clock care after being put into a medically induced coma.He has now been reunited with his children Darcey and William at home.Piers, 56, described the programme as "heart-rending television" as many fans admitted they were "already sobbing" just minutes into the show.Piers retweeted Kate's post which explained how "proud" she was of the ITV documentary.She wrote alongside a photo of the family of four at home: "So proud of the work the doc team & @itv have done to help Derek & I shine a light on the challenges of #LongCovid & caring for a loved one."I hope you find it helpful & do let me know what you think after watching tonight 9 pm & share your stories. #hope #TogetherWeCan."Kate, who took over Piers' long-running ITV show Life Stories last year, was praised by her former outspoken co-host.Piers said on Twitter: "This was such unbelievably heart-rending television."Keep battling, Kate - you and your remarkable family are a towering testament to the power of stoicism, courage & never-give-up spirit in the face of appalling adversity.

Ben Stiller ,56, and Christine Taylor, 50, have pulled a Bennifer and are back together again! The Zoolander actor revealed he got back together with his estranged wife. Believe it or not, the quarantine is what rekindled their romance. Ben explained that he moved back in with Christine and their kids Ella Olivia Stiller, 19, and Quinlin Dempsey Stiller, 16 during the coronavirus pandemic and that’s when their feelings for each other came back.

Justin Bieber answers a phone call on his way to a medical building in Los Angeles on Wednesday afternoon (February 23).

US Food and Drug Administration has for the first time authorised the marketing of a condom specifically indicated for anal sex. The condom which can also be used for vaginal sex will be marketed under the brand name – One Male Condom.The One Male Condom, manufactured by Global Protection Corp, will be available in three different versions – standard, thin and fitted – and has to be used with a compatible lubricant.

impersonation of Mayor Eric Adams was interrupted by the Democrat himself on a local morning news TV segment Wednesday.The piece began with Redd dusting off his spoof of the mayor during a virtual live interview with Fox 5 “Good Day New York” anchor Rosanna Scotto.“New York City, this is your mayor. Bing Bong! Eric Adams.

Cynthia Littleton Business EditorYnon Kreiz knew he was sitting on a “treasure trove” of IP when he took the reins of toymaker Mattel as CEO in 2018.Mattel’s big vault of toy and game brands had the kind of built-in audience and multi-generational appeal that make for four-quadrant hits. But first he had to sort out major issues with Mattel’s struggling retail business before he moved into expansion by ramping up content production activity, as Kreiz explains on the latest episode of Variety podcast “Strictly Business.”Four years later, Mattel is about to begin production on a Barbie movie directed by indie darling Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie. The project is an ambitious prototype of Mattel’s effort to grow by adding a new studio dimension to its balance sheet.

Priyanka Chopra is speaking out following that s**t show series of TikTok videos from comedian and talk show host Rosie O’Donnell.

Zoë Kravtiz does not disappoint, and  premiere was no exception.Kravitz attended the film's London premiere Wednesday night alongside her co-star, Robert Pattinson. While Pattinson definitely looked dapper in a gray tweed suit and black turtleneck, it was Kravitz who stole the show in a floor length, black halter-neck gown, which featured scallop detailing and cutouts in the bust that mimicked the iconic Batman symbol.Kravtiz kept the rest of her look sleek, wearing her hair in a tight, low bun, only pulling out her side-swept, fringe bangs at the front.ET's Nischelle Turner spoke with the pair about their «intense screen test,» and their on-screen chemistry.«I think what made it intense, is I was auditioning for a Batman movie,» Kravitz, who plays Selina Kyle, a.k.a.

They began dating in 2018 and were secretly married nearly a year later.And Heidi Klum proved to still be madly in love with her rock star husband Tom Kaulitz as she reminisced on a romantic Valentine's Day retreat in Malibu with a host of snaps shared to Instagram on Wednesday.The 48-year-old supermodel wrapped herself up in a dozen red heart shaped balloons before combing the beach with her beau as they reconnected by the ocean on the day of love. Just the two of us:Heidi Klum proved to still be madly in love with her rock star husband Tom Kaulitz as she reminisced on a romantic Valentine's Day retreat in Malibu with a host of snaps shared to Instagram on WednesdayTom and Heidi appeared to be walking on the sand near the Malibu Pier as they strolled close together by the shoreline.

straight to your inboxRodri became the first outfield player for Manchester City to pass 1,500 minutes played this season during the draw with West Bromwich Albion.Pep Guardiola has made a point in recent weeks of saying that his squad have to perform well every game if they are to keep their place in the team, with John Stones and Ruben Dias examples of individuals that have risen to Guardiola's challenge.Rodri, signed from Atletico last summer for what was then a club record fee of £62.8m, has been more present than any other outfield player this season, helped by the fact that he has only missed one game through illness or injury and there is not as much competition for his key role in holding midfield.The 24-year-old has started all 12

straight to your inboxIlkay Gundogan admits Manchester City are struggling to meet the high expectations placed upon them this season.City were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by lowly West Bromwich Albion in Tuesday night's Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium.Gundogan put Pep Guardiola's men ahead in the first half but a Ruben Dias own goal earned the Baggies a share of the spoils.City have failed to hit the heights they have shown themselves capable of in recent years so far this term.However, they are still only five points off the top in sixth place after 12 league fixtures.Reflecting on the West Brom game, Gundogan told Amazon Prime Video: "I think we deserved better.

City fluffed the chance to climb into the Premier League's top four as the Baggies frustrated Guardiola's big-name stars at the Etihad.Ilkay Gundogan had given the hosts the lead, but it was cancelled out as Ruben Dias deflected Semi Ajayi's shot past goalkeeper Ederson just before half-time.City camped in West Brom's half throughout most of the second period as they poured forward in search of a winner, and they were denied by a number of class saves from Sam Johnstone late on.And as the clock ticked down with the score still at 1-1, Guardiola's stress levels were visible as he ranted at fourth official Anthony Taylor.In the 89th minute, Guardiola could be seen appearing to get in the way of Taylor as the official tried to indicate how

straight to your inboxAlan Shearer has bemoaned Manchester City's lack of firepower - but is not writing them off just yet. Pep Guardiola's men were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by struggling West Bromwich Albion at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night.

direct to your inboxJohn Stones is not carrying an injury despite missing Manchester City's Premier League game with West Brom. The 26-year-old has fought his way back into the team after two years of injuries and personal issues preventing him from holding down a regular place, and started alongside Ruben Dias for the Manchester derby as they notched another clean sheet.

straight to your inboxRaheem Sterling has insisted Manchester City have coped with the loss of Vincent Kompany and David Silva in the dressing room and named Ruben Dias and Kevin De Bruyne as players who have stepped into those roles. Two of City's greatest ever players have left the Etihad Stadium in the last two summers, with Silva moving to Real Sociedad after 10 years in England, whilst Kompany joined Anderlecht as player-manager.

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola hailed a good point for Manchester City in the Premier League against Manchester United. The Blues played out a dull derby draw at Old Trafford that leaves them a point behind their neighbours and five off the top of the Premier League table after 11 matches.

straight to your inboxJohn Stones has insisted he is motivated by Ruben Dias' arrival at Manchester City and relishes the competition for places.The Englishman was linked with a move away from the Etihad Stadium in the summer after falling out of favour with Pep Guardiola. However, Stones has played a major part in four of City's last five games - including his first Premier League starts since the opening weekend of the season - and they've kept a clean sheet in each of those fixtures since losing to Tottenham Hotspur on November 21.

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straight to your inboxPablo Zabaleta says John Stones would not be part of his ideal back four for Manchester City.The centre-back has been in excellent form since being recalled to City's starting line-up, having effectively found himself as sixth-choice centre-back during the summer.It has led to plenty of debate over what City's strongest defence is, with Aymeric Laporte missing four of their last five games.The likes of Nathan Ake, Eric Garcia and summer signing Ruben Dias are also vying for places at centre-back, whilst there is also a lot of competition in both full-back positions.Speaking to Ladbrokes, former City defender Zabaleta says this is a perfect situation for Pep Guardiola - but that he has a clear strongest back four in his

direct to your inboxJohn Stones looks set to start in the back four for Manchester City as they take on their cross-city rivals at Old Trafford on Saturday.The centre-back's recent renaissance has seen him come back into the favour of Pep Guardiola, and it seems that he'll be rewarded with a place in City's starting line-up against Manchester United, alongside Ruben Dias.Stones' return to form has been at the expense of Aymeric Laporte. The Frenchman was left out for four matches before returning to the side that played Marseille on Wednesday.