Four centre-backs Man City could target if Chelsea up their Nathan Ake pursuit

Kate Middleton and heir to the throne turned nine on Friday, July 22. The Duchess of Cambridge, 40, carried on the tradition of releasing her own pictures to celebrate the birthdays of her three children, with Prince George ’s photo showing the years spent perfecting his cheeky grin are paying off.

Amanda Holden is currently relaxing on a sun-soaked getaway in Sicily and has now treated fans to a sizzling new snap.The blonde beauty might be enjoying a break away from the stresses and strains of life in the UK, but she couldn't help but flash her ageless figure in a floaty dress in the process and post it online. Stepping out with wet hair, the Britain's Got Talent judge sizzled as she looked out to the ocean while stood on a wooden beach pier.

BBC programme Countryfile has been staple family viewing for over 34 years since it's launch on July 24, 1988.The show, which focuses on the issues, people and places in the heart of the British countryside has delighted generations of viewers in the past four decades.It has also been presented by a whole host of huge names from the world of television, including former The One Show presenter Matt Baker and Newsround legend John Craven, along with famous documentary makers and children's TV royalty.READ NEXT: Where BBC Watchdog hosts are now - Feud rumours, co-star romance and tragic deathsAs Countryfile celebrates its 34th anniversary, Daily Star takes a look at where some former presenters are now.Michael Collie was one of the original Countryfile hosts, presenting the popular BBC programme between 1989-1995.After starting his career on BBC West Midlands, he also presented radio programmes including Today, and continues to broadcast across the network.He also landed leading presenting roles on Top Gear, Telly Addicts and Paddles Up during his career too, but primarily works for BBC West Midlands.However, Michael also leads a music career outside of broadcasting, scripting and hosting concerts for the London Philharmonic Orchestra and City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.Although Michael tends to keep his personal life private, it is known that the presenter has four children and lives with his wife in Worcestershire - along with owning a number of animals including a hamster, two cats and chickens.He is also a classic car enthusiast, according to his profile on the BBC website.Miriam O' Reilly was another of the original Countryfile hosts, presenting the programme for over 20 years from 1988-2009.Prior to Countryfile,

Adam Woodyatt looked happier than ever as he helped run a plant-based street food trailer. The EastEnders legend, who is famed for playing Ian Beale on the soap for more than 35 years, was in his element as he joined forces with catering company Kilty & Co.

Girls Aloud made their first appearance in front of the cameras since 2013 as they took part in Race for Life in memory of their late bandmate Sarah Harding.Cheryl, Nadine Coyle and Nicola Roberts smiled for the cameras in London's Hyde Park before taking part in the 5km race.All three of the women were wearing the signature pink top, with Nicola pairing it with black leggings and loose hair, while Nadine opted for high-waisted black shorts.READ MORE: Girls Aloud's Kimberley and Nicola reflect on 'magical' Sarah Harding tribute eventCheryl went for high waisted light grey leggings and tied her hair back under a flat cap as all three women stood next to each other and posed for the cameras.Fellow bandmate Kimberley Walsh couldn't make the event, but promised she would walk the distance remotely.The singer made an appearance alongside her bandmates via video link on Nicola's phone as they started the race to the sound of airhorns.Thousands of people gathered to see the pop stars run alongside other competitors also taking part in the Cancer Research UK event.All of the money raised from the event will help to fund vital cancer research, with runners paying £15 to take part.The four singers had vowed to run in the race to pay tribute to Sarah Harding, who died from breast cancer aged 39 in September last year.They are also planning to reunite on stage for a special gig for Sarah after cancelling their reunion tour following Sarah's death.Girls Aloud's gig is expected to happen later this year, with some of the proceeds going towards funds for medical kits to help detect cancer.Nadine said: "We’re planning a night for an event to raise money in honour of Sarah."We want to do something to help others.

Charles Leclerc took full responsibility after his crash out of the lead at the French Grand Prix dealt a devastating blow to his F1 title hopes.The Ferrari star, who took pole position on Saturday, kept championship leader Max Verstappen at bay early in the race and looked on course to make it back-to-back wins after his victory in Austria two weeks ago.That was until Leclerc slid off the track and into the barriers at around 100mph, gifting the lead to Verstappen, who went on to win an action-packed race. Lewis Hamilton finished second while George Russell held off Sergio Perez for third. READ MORE: Charles Leclerc crashes out of French GP while leading after losing car at 100mph turn The Monegasque star escaped unharmed but the same could not be said for his title hopes, which have been hindered throughout the season so far by poor reliability, dodgy strategy calls and driver error.Immediately after the crash, Leclerc complained about his throttle before screaming "noooo!" over his radio.

READ MORE: Serial killer whales tearing into great white sharks have experts worried about tourismTheir scene together was directed by John Landis of Animal House Blues Brothers fame, but his segment for the Steven Spielberg project is mired in horrific tragedy.Landis' work on the piece depicted veteran actor Morrow as a man hoping to be a hero, with the segment set to show the star saving the two children from an attacking helicopter.Renee Shin Chen, six, and Myca Dinh Le, seven, were thrust through the Santa Clara River along with Morrow in a stunt-heavy segment that surrounded them with pyrotechnic explosions.A horrifying miscalculation for the explosives meant that the helicopter, which was just 25ft above the three actors, was caught in the pyrotechnics and made the pilot lose control of the aircraft.The tragedy saw Chen crushed to death by the helicopter, while Morrow and Dinh Le were decapitated by the blades of the chopper.All of this occurred right in front of the horrified 100-member crew, including the parents of both children involved in the scene.To add even further tragedy, should the scene have been completed, Morrow was to utter the line: "I'll keep you safe, kids. I promise.

David de Gea has been labelled "weak" and lacking in confidence after his mistake cost Manchester United a fourth straight pre-season victory. United were 2-1 up against Aston Villa in the final minute of a friendly in Perth on Saturday when Steven Gerrard's side earned a corner. Leon Bailey, who had scored Villa’s second-half goal to cut the deficit, put in an inswinging and dipping ball into United’s six-yard box.Rather than come and claim the ball, or punch it away, De Gea, who earns £290,000 a week, remained rooted to the spot.

One of the bigger announcements at Comic-Con this weekend was Kevin Feige‘s explanation of how Marvel Studios‘s Phase 5 and Phase 6 programming would shake out. To the surprise of many, “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” would be the official kickoff to Phase 5, moving the studio to what they’ve officially dubbed “The Multiverse Saga.” But while the first trailer for ‘Quantumania’ might’ve been a Comic-Con exclusive, we are able to provide a brief description of what we saw in the trailer.

Marvel Studios was anything but stingy with this year’s Comic-Con footage. New trailers for “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law” and, most importantly, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” were released online in a matter of minutes, allowing fans around the world to join in the celebration of all things Phase 4.

Melanie Rauscher, who appeared on two versions of Discovery Channel’s Naked and Afraid reality show, was found dead on July 17 in Prescott, Ariz., according to reports. She was 35.

Victoria Beckham still has the Spice.

Kate Moss felt she had to testify at he ex Johnny Depp’s defamation trial.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticFor Nicolle Galyon — a BMI songwriter of the year honoree and co-writer of nine No. 1 country songs, including Miranda Lambert’s “Automatic,” Blake Shelton’s “Minimum Wage” and Dan + Shay’s “Tequila” — there was nothing automatic about making the shift from hit tunesmith to (basically) first-time recording artist.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterAudiences responded with a resounding “yep” to Jordan Peele’s science-fiction thriller “Nope,” which topped the box office with its $44 million debut.Those ticket sales were slightly behind projections of $50 million and fall in between Peele’s first two films, 2017’s “Get Out” (which opened to $33 million) and 2019’s “Us” (which opened to $71 million). “Nope” may not have cemented a new box office record for Peele, but it marks a strong start for an original, R-rated horror film.“The opening isn’t as big as ‘Us,’ but it’s still extremely impressive,” says David A.

Kate Moss has admitted to feeling ‘objectified’ throughout her modelling career, starting with one experience when she was asked to stand topless in front of a casting agent at the age of 15. The supermodel was scouted on a flight from New York to London when she was just 14 years old, and soared to prominence when she appeared on the cover of The Face magazine two years later. Despite her young age, Kate went on to join the likes of Naomi Campbell, Claudia Schiffer, Cindy Crawford and Elle MacPherson as one of the golden supermodels of the 1990s. However, Kate, now 48, has revealed there were many uncomfortable moments during the early days of her career that left her feeling sexualised. She has recalled one incident where she was asked to meet with a photographer who worked for an underwear catalogue. ‘He said, “Take your top off”, and I took my top off, and I was really shy then about my body,’ the runway icon told Lauren Laverne on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs. ‘And he said, “Take your bra off”, and I could feel there was something wrong, so I got my stuff and I ran away.’ Despite being shaken by the incident, Kate believed it ‘sharpened’ her instincts and she can now ‘tell a wrong ’un from a mile away’. Kate’s cover shoot for The Face propelled her career but she didn’t have the easiest experience working with late photographer Corinne Day. She recalled: ‘I cried a lot.

The Wagatha Christie trial appears to be firmly in the past for Rebekah Vardy as she enjoys a holiday to Portugal.Rebekah, 40, who is married to footballer Jamie Vardy, was recently locked in a libel court case against fellow Wag Coleen Rooney.Coleen, wife of England star Wayne Rooney, publicly claimed Rebekah had leaked fake stories she’d planted on her personal Instagram account with The Sun newspaper.Rebekah denied the accusations and retaliated by suing Coleen for libel.The case came to a close in May, and while the stars are still awaiting a decision in the trial, both families are getting on with their lives.Model Rebekah is currently on holiday in Portugal, and this week was spotted relaxing on a beach in the Algarve region.The star looked pretty in pink as she hit the beach in an airy pink dress with white frills, the outfit short enough to show off her figure.Rebekah paired the dainty fit with dark sunglasses to protect her eyes from the Portugese sun, as well as silver jewellery on her wrists and fingers.A wider shot saw the mum-of-five walk with a pal towards the strand, loaded down with bags and towels for a day of relaxation.In one photograph snapped of the star, Rebekah could be seen holding up her phone as she surveyed boats and life jackets on offer to take out to sea.Having reached the sandy beach, Rebekah stripped down into a colourful floral bikini, looking happy and relaxed in the sun.The day of relaxation comes shortly after the media personality shared shocking videos of terrifying wildfires which blazed close to the family’s villa.Amid the heatwave across Europe which saw England hit its hottest day ever, wildfires raged in Portugal, France, and Croatia, with homes being evacuated and livelihoods

Happy Mondays star Shaun Ryder has revealed how his brother Paul Ryder felt unwell in the hours before his sudden death this month. Bass player Paul died on July 15 at the age of 58 on the same day the popular rock band were due to perform at the Kubix Festival in Sunderland. The musician was a founding member of Happy Mondays alongside his brother Shaun, and tributes from the music industry poured in after news of his death broke. Shaun, 59, has now opened up about the death of his brother for the first time, and said their mother Linda discovered Paul in his bed after he had complained of feeling ill following his return from the US. ‘It’s a mad one as he does that flight all the time from LA to here,’ the singer explained to The Sun. ‘He lands and starts complaining about this headache. It was murdering him.

Dick and Angel Strawbridge have been a massive hit with Channel 4 viewers as they were given an inside look as they restored Château de la Motte-Husson on their hit programme Escape to the Chateau for several years.The couple regularly share updates from their social media pages when the show is not on and this weekend they have made sure to excite fans as they tease new projects.The couple shared a picture on their Twitter page along with employees who work for Chateau HQ outside the lovely French mansion.They captioned the post in view of their 57,400 followers: "A couple of weeks ago, a few of us from Chateau HQ took a trip to France to visit Dick, Angel, Arthur and Dorothy."We had a wonderful time catching up on everything we've missed over the past couple of years and we started on some very exciting projects that are coming soon."Many social media users rushed to the comments to share their excitement.Djpilates1 said: "How wonderful!!!"I wish I could go for a visit! I adore the Chateau and I love Angel & Dick’s fantastic energy & zest for life."OurSayMedia added: "Looking forward to any new series."Janesdonuts2 commented: "Great a new series!"This comes as Dick recently admitted that although they have made incredible progress on the interior of their home, he regrets not giving the outside more love."We wanted to give you a tour of our garden," Dick began while shooting a video on their website.

supports HTML5 videoGirls Aloud singers Cheryl, Nicola Roberts, Kimberley Walsh and Nadine Coyle were in upbeat spirits as they began their Race For Life in memory of their late bandmate Sarah Harding. The Promise singers have reunited this Sunday to take part in a 5k run at London’s Hyde Park, with Kimberley joining remotely, to raise awareness and funds for charity Cancer Research UK. Harding died in September 2021 at the age of 39 more than a year after she was diagnosed with breast cancer. On Sunday just after 11am, Girls Aloud gathered in Hyde Park surrounded by a huge swarm of supporters as they prepared to start pounding the pavement. A huge crowd dressed in pink – many with pink dyed hair, wigs, and even pink tutus – took part in London, with other runners across the country pledging to join in remotely to help raise funds.

When hundreds of Russian bombs whistle overhead, Martha Aitken said it is only when they get really close that she flinches.