Hostages in Ukraine released after President promotes Joaquin Phoenix film

Manchester United until the end of this season. The Holland international is revelling in the chance to showcase his skills after being handed regular starts by new boss Frank Lampard.And he has no intention of going back to United to sit on the bench next season.Should he continue to flourish at Goodison Park, van de Beek will push to join the Toffees full-time, provided both clubs can agree a fee and Lampard's men avoid relegation to the Championship.Will Donny van de Beek play for Man Utd again? Comment belowVan de Beek joined United from Ajax in 2020 for £35m and signed a deal keeping him at Old Trafford until 2026.United could decide to cut their losses on someone who has failed to make an impact, but would look to recoup around £20m for the midfielder.Van de Beek says he is feeling 'energised' since moving clubs and he said: "It's like a new start.

5G, mobile networks have been given a deadline of 2033 to switch off 3G and 2G. However, some mobile companies have already started, with BT and EE planning to phase out 3G by 2023.

Amy Day has revealed she and Patrick Deaco have broken up just one month after sharing they had moved in together.The 26 year old, who recently braved the cold weather in a mini dress alongside Lillie Haynes, confirmed her split from the contractor exclusively to OK! Online after her pal AJ Bunker broke the news to us on the red carpet of the SX Events Launch Party on Thursday 17 February. AJ, 29, shook her head when asked about her close friend and Patrick before simply sharing: "That's not a thing anymore." Love Island star Amy's representative later told OK!: "Amy and Pat have indeed split up.They split up on mutually good terms, they both wish each other the best." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter They continued: "Amy is single and ready to mingle and is excited to see what opportunities will come up for her in her career." Amy and Patrick, who starred in the 2019 series of Shipwrecked, began dating in 2020 after matching on a dating app, but she was already going through the application process for the ITV dating show when they matched.The pair enjoyed a casual romance before deciding to go their separate ways and Amy later entered Casa Amor and started a brief romance Hugo Hammond, which ended with him brutally snubbing her as they were dumped from the villa.

Whether it’s Sasha Atwood’s ‘witch box’, Holly Willoughby’s nightmare busting crystals, or even Victoria Beckham’s handbag essential, it seems that celebrities can’t get enough of this ancient healing practice.The power of crystals and gemstones dates back to many ancient cultures including Egypt, Greece and China, who believed that they carried healing properties and could help increase good energy and remove toxicity. And fast forward to 2022, while there is admittedly a lack of evidence to support the practice, the growing use of crystals goes hand in hand with sage burning, chakra cards and even face rolling.

Happy Valley star James Norton is reportedly engaged to his actress girlfriend Imogen Poots.The pair have been dating for four years and are said to be “over the moon” about the engagement. James, 36, and Imogen, 32, first began dating in December 2017 after co-starring in the West End production of Belleville at the Donmar Warehouse. An insider told Eden Confidential’s Stephanie Takyi of the news: “They're over the moon about their engagement and have only told close friends and family.

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Countryfile presenter has now explained how she’ll be taking a break from social media to focus on family time.Posting on Twitter earlier today, Julia shared an important message as she announced her absence.She posted a video of the common areas women miss when they’re looking for signs of breast cancer.The informative clip points out the armpit, the collarbone and behind the nipple are all blindspots.Alongside this, Julia penned: “Taking a break from SM to spend time with my family.“I couldn't leave you with a more valuable bit of info.“Share with your friends male & female.“Early detection can help treatment enormously. Big love.”Julia ended her tweet with the hashtags: “#breastcancerawareness #Cancers #checkyourself.”Many of her followers responded with their support following the news.Jim Toms wrote: “Take care JB and 'see' you when you come back.

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Amanda Holden wowed of herself in a seriously glamorous dress in her latest Instagram upload.Posting to social media on Thursday, the Britain's Got Talent judge continued her birthday celebrations by posing in a stunning Nadine Merabi beaded mini dress.Amanda looked phenomenal in the short gown, which retails at £325.The garment has white feather detailing around the bust and a structured sequinned bodice, with Amanda flaunting her endlessly toned pins in strappy silver stilettos and a red-painted pedicure.The Heart FM presenter posed elegantly on a low stoop alongside a number of colourful balloons, finishing her look with flawless make-up.She wore her long blonde tresses in bouncy curls over her shoulders.Amanda turned 51 earlier this week and has been enjoying a number of festivities to mark the occasion.In earlier social media posts, the Wild at Heart star posed with her lookalike daughter Lexi as they enjoyed a night on the town, with Amanda rocking the same amazing dress.The stunning look soon gained praise from Amanda's 1.8 million Instagram followers, who were quick to comment on her "incredible" and "perfect" outfit.One follower wrote: "OMG!!! WOW!!! every year you seem to get younger and younger.

Tilly Ramsay looked stunning in a pink trouser suit and matching top as she attended an event with her mother Tana.The Ramsay ladies were ready to let their hair down at the Boots 17 launch, with the retailer bringing the affordable brand to consumers with products all £5 or less.Blonde bombshell Tilly, 20, was enjoying a night out with her mum after wrapping up the Strictly Come Dancing live tour.The television star wowed partygoers with her gorgeous pink ensemble, which consisted of a bright pink trouser suit and a neon top underneath.She wore a pair of white trainers but that was the only thing not pink in her look.Gordon Ramsay's daughter had a soft pink shadow applied to her lids, as well as some sparkle, and she had subtle strands of tinsel throughout her hair.Tilly's honey blonde locks were styled in bouncy waves and they ran down past her shoulders.Her mum Tana, 47, joined her on the pink carpet as they both celebrated the launch of Boots 17.The brunette beauty was all smiles as Tilly looked up at her lovingly, clearly enjoying their night out together in London.While Tilly was all-pink, Tana – who married celebrity chef Gordon in 1996 – went for all-black in a sleek jumpsuit that featured see-through lace detailing at the arms.She cinched in her waist with a statement Gucci belt.Tana's deep brown hair was styled straight, and she went for a subtle makeup look of bronze eyeshadow and a natural glossy lip.At the event, Tilly had her makeup done by professionals, who used products such as finishing powder to perfect her look.Tilly enjoyed the night with her Strictly pal pro dancer Kai Widdrington also in attendance.The duo finished off the live tour last weekend.Tilly dazzled fans as she danced with her pro partner

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Joaquin Phoenix was at the heart of a hostage situation in Ukraine today, Deadline reports.

Andreas Wiseman International EditorThirteen hostages in Ukraine have been released unharmed after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy agreed to the kidnapper’s demand that he recommend an animal rights documentary narrated by Joaquin Phoenix.The hostage-taker was armed with guns and a grenade when he took over a bus, sparking a 12-hour standoff with police.According to local reports, the state security service identified him as 44-year-old Maksym Kryvosh, an animal rights activist with a criminal record for gun possession.In a bizarre twist, one of his demands was that Zelenskiy promote 2005 documentary Earthlings, a critique of mankind’s use of animals as pets, food, clothing, entertainment and for scientific research.