Home computer pioneer Sir Clive Sinclair dies aged 81

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.

Anthony Edwards and Mare Winningham are married — and have been for some time.

Mark Wahlberg celebrated the release of his latest blockbuster, Uncharted, with a well-deserved beach getaway in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico on Tuesday, February 22.The 50-year-old performer put his chiseled chest on display in a pair of swim trunks as he waded through the waves.The action-adventure feature, which also stars Tom Holland, was released earlier this month and has since become a major hit at the box office. Fun in the sun:Mark Wahlberg celebrated the release of his latest blockbuster, Uncharted, with a well-deserved beach getaway in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico on Tuesday, February 22Wahlberg's swim trunk featured a tropical-print.The Boogie Nights star also accessorized with several articles of silver jewelry as he enjoyed the pleasant Mexican climate.

Sharon Stone announced that she had officiated a wedding with a post that was shared to her Instagram on Wednesday.The 63-year-old actress uploaded a photo that showed her saying a few words to the happy couple at a picturesque ceremony that was held on a beach.'Lucky me: I got to marry two lovely people today,' captioned Stone, followed by a heart emoji. Honor:Sharon Stone announced that she had officiated a wedding with a post that was shared to her Instagram on WednesdayStone opted for an all-white outfit during the ceremony that included a sizable overcoat that kept her comfortable in the coastal breeze.The Casino actress also donned a jacket with matching pants and a button-up shirt for the wedding.

child with husband Cooke Maroney. The Academy Award winning actress welcomed her baby in Los Angeles county, reported TMZ who obtained public records.

bishop who was hauled in front of high-ranking officials at the Vatican City has been accused of forcing young priests to give him massages and keeping depraved videos of sex acts on his phone.Three Catholic priests raised the alarm about Gustavo Zanchetta, an ex-bishop in the northern province of Salta in Argentina, after they allegedly found pornography showing him and young men on his mobile phone.He is now on trial behind closed doors in the province on several charges of sexual abuse against seminarians (students studying to be priests), alongside abuse of power and mismanagement of finances.One seminarian giving evidence in court said he had seen Zanchetta being given massages by other students, and was "feared" in the faculty.Father Gabriel Acevedo, one of the three priests to bring complaints against the bishop, said to the court on Tuesday that he had been informed of “pornographic content in which the bishop and some young men appear" soon after it was found on Zanchetta's phone in 2014, according to a statement from the court.The bishop had reportedly handed over the phone to an official at the church for admin purposes, who then brought his discovery to show the priest.Father Acevedo then reported the incident to the Vatican's representative in Argentina, after which Zanchetta was ordered to Rome to answer questions.If you or somebody you know has been affected by this story, contact Victim Support for free, confidential advice on 08 08 16 89 111 or visit their website, www.victimsupport.org.uk.However, a source from Reuters in the courtroom heard that Vatican officials reportedly sent him back to Argentina without punishment after he told them that the footage had been faked.Zanchetta's lawyers have now

Peter Dinklage suits up for the premiere of his newest movie, Cyrano, held at the SVA Theater on Wednesday (February 23) in New York City.

Jennifer Lawrence is a mommy!

Clive Sinclair was an English inventor who helped revolutionize the computer industry with his creation of the first home computer available for less than $200.Among Sinclair’s notable early inventions was the first slimline pocket calculator, the Sinclair Executive, in 1972. He would go on to create small versions of other products, including a wristwatch and a pocket television.

London on Thursday morning, according to reports. Sir Clive was perhaps best known for bringing computers into people's homes with his ZX models.Elon Musk, the Tesla and SpaceX chief, paid tribute to Sir Clive by commenting on Twitter on an article calling Sir Clive the father of the ZX Spectrum: “RIP, Sir Sinclair.

Daily Star's biggest headlines straight to your inbox!Sir Clive Sinclair, the British computing pioneer who predicted driverless cars and mobile phones, died at his home aged 81 on September 16.Sir Clive was most famous for his ZX Spectrum computer, the product that really introduced computing into our homes at an affordable price after its release in April 1982. It would go on to become Britain's best selling microcomputer.

The Guardian that he died at his home on Thursday morning.“He was a rather amazing person,” said Belinda Sinclair, 57. “Of course, he was so clever and he was always interested in everything.