House of the Dragon season finale: Fan theories, release date, and season 2 news

Recent statistics reveal that NHS Lanarkshire has recorded its worst ever performance times at A&E units – with less than half of patients being seen within four hours.

Borna Barisic insists the gap to Celtic at the top of the Scottish Premiership is not insurmountable as the World Cup-bound Croatia full back says “everything can change” with three derby games still to play this season.

Jennifer Garner attended the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles' The Big Night Out Gala, which was held at NeueHouse Hollywood on Thursday evening.The 50-year-old performer flashed a wide smile as she rocked an almost monochromatic outfit while posing for a few snaps on the event's red carpet.The actress has become well known for her dedication to various charitable causes and involvement with numerous philanthropic initiatives over the years. There she is: Jennifer Garner attended the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles' The Big Night Out Gala, which was held at NeueHouse Hollywood on Thursday eveningGarner wore a wide-necked white t-shirt underneath a cream-colored jacket as she spent time at the event.The Alias star also rocked a pair of shorts that matched the tone of her outerwear and showcased her sculpted legs.

Alessandra Ambrosio sizzled up a storm at the Glamour Women Of The Year Mexico And Latin American bash in Mexico City this Thursday.The 41-year-old glided into the Sofitel in the Mexican capital and struck pose after pose as the photographers snapped away at her.For her latest appearance the Brazilian bombshell flashed her jaw-dropping legs through the tantalizingly high thigh-slit of her gown. Aglow: Alessandra Ambrosio sizzled up a storm at the Glamour Women Of The Year Mexico And Latin American bash in Mexico City this ThursdayThe former Victoria's Secret slid her statuesque frame into a skintight silver sequined frock with festive frills lining the slit. Letting her luxuriously dark hair tumble freely over her shoulders, she sharpened her screen siren features with makeup including dark lipstick.  'Ale,' as she is affectionately known to her fans, balanced expertly on a gleaming pair of sky-high stilettos that matched the dress.At present she is involved with sizzling model Richard Lee, with whom she has traveled to exotic locales including her native Brazil.

Lisa Vanderpump looked stylish as ever while attending a special screening for The Noel Diary on Thursday, at The Bay Theater in Pacific Palisades, California.The reality TV star, 62, wore a black Chanel jacket over a black vest and white button-up, which she paired with a chic burgundy clutch. The film's leading man Justin Hartley, 45, and his wife Sofia Pernas, 33, were also in attendance, with Justin looking sharp in a grey suit and Sofia showing off her legs in a black mini dress.  Chic: Lisa Vanderpump looked stylish as ever while attending a special screening for The Noel Diary on Thursday, at The Bay Theater in Pacific Palisades, CaliforniaThe Vanderpump Rules star finalized her look with black pants and black platform heels.  Lisa wore her chocolate tresses in bouncy curls, and accentuated her stunning features with a touch of makeup, including black eyeliner and pink lipstick.Meanwhile Justin sported a black turtleneck underneath his suit, which he paired with a classy silver watch.  Stylish pair: The film's leading man Justin Hartley, 45, and his wife Sofia Pernas, 33, were also in attendance, with Sofia showing off her legs in a black mini dress His other half added some extra height to her look with a pair of lace-up black high-heels boots.Sofia wore her brunette tresses curled and pulled back into a chic updo.  Justin and Sofia tied the knot in March 2021, after initially meeting on the set of The Young and the Restless back in 2015. Chanel: The reality TV star, 62, wore a black Chanel jacket over a black vest and white button-up, which she paired with a chic burgundy clutch Handsome: Justin looked sharp in a grey suit underneath which he sported a black turtleneck.

They launched a joint mother-daughter TikTok nearly one year ago.And Kim Kardashian, 42, and North West, nine, continued the fun Thursday as they shared footage of their chaotic at-home dance party with their 9.1million followers.The tight-knit duo showed off their moves and rolled around on the floor of North's bedroom to the tune of Katy Perry's hit song Firework.   Dynamic duo: They launched a joint mother-daughter TikTok nearly one year ago. And Kim Kardashian, 42, and North West, nine, continued the fun Thursday as they shared footage of their chaotic at-home dance party with their 9.1million followersThe reality star, who is known for her glam appearance, was noticeably dressed down in a gray tube top and white drawstring sweatpants.Her bleach blonde hair was worn down and she appeared to be wearing minimal makeup for quality time with her eldest daughter.

So it seems Gio van Bronckhorst has been given a stay of execution. We’re five days on from Rangers’ defeat in Perth and the boss is still in post despite the widespread clamour that followed Sunday’s St Johnstone sickener demanding the Dutchman get his jotters.

David Turnbull reckons Celtic have just got stronger through their gruelling glut of games.

Jamie McGrath can’t wait to watch Dylan Levitt at the World Cup because he reckons his abilities are simply jaw-dropping.

Rhys McCabe has told his Airdrie side to go on a consistent run after bagging back-to-back league wins for only the second time this season.

Ross Tierney says Motherwell need to stay positive to turn they poor run of results around after 'putting it right to Celtic' on Wednesday night.

Following Thursday evening's fall finale of Grey's Anatomy, ABC released a brief promo that reveals the winter premiere date... the last episode Ellen Pompeo will be a series regular.It was reported in August by Deadline that Pompeo, 53, would only appear in eight episodes of the 19th season, after she took a role on Hulu's Orphan limited series. The preview reveals Pompeo's Meredith Grey is leaving Seattle in the winter premiere, airing Thursday, February 23.

SPOILER ALERT: This story contains details from the season finale of House of the Dragon.

[Warning: Spoilers for HBO’s “House of the Dragon” Episode 9, “The Green Council,” ahead.]Brothels got nothin’ on a foot fetish.Fans were left cringing over a moment in “House of the Dragon” on Sunday that even the episode’s director called a “really dirty scene.”While delivering gossip that can help Queen Alicent Hightower’s bottom line — placing her son Aegon on the Iron Throne in a hostile Westeros takeover — Larys Strong asks for something in return while the pair rendezvous in her bedchamber.But it seems Alicent has been lent a helping hand in exchange for her feet.As Larys, played by Matthew Needham, begins to spill the tea, Alicent (Olivia Cooke) starts to take off her shoes and stockings and places her bare feet on the coffee table. Larys then informs her of a web of spies in the Red Keep — led by the “White Worm” Mysaria and aided by one of her servants in an operation her father, Otto Hightower, knows about — as he stares at her dogs.But it doesn’t stop there.

Spoiler alert for Season 1 episode 9 of “House of the Dragon.” On “Game of Thrones,” the penultimate episode of each season was typically the hour when the s–t hit the fan. That’s when, in their respective seasons, Ned Stark lost his head and the bloody Red Wedding unfolded.

Jordan Moreau SPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you haven’t watched Episode 9 of “House of the Dragon,” titled “The Green Council.” King Viserys is dead, long live King Aegon! Season 1 of “House of the Dragon” barrels toward an explosive finale next Sunday, as the battle lines are further drawn between the greens and the blacks. The penultimate episode didn’t feature Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy) or her side of the impending civil war, instead focusing on how Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke) and her supporters usurped the Iron Throne and ushered in the new, somewhat reluctant, King Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney).

end of episode 8, picks up immediately the next morning in episode 9, as Queen Alicent (Olivia Cooke) starts making moves -- ones that seem to counter what was set in place by the king and his council many years prior. Not only that, but the queen’s sons prove just how much of a hot mess they are while Princess Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best) finally finds herself provoked to get up off the sidelines and take action in the battle of succession for the Iron Throne. As the penultimate episode set up the season 1 finale, which will surely end with a fiery fight between families, fans took to social media to share their thoughts about the queen’s change of plans and that shocking show of restraint that ended the aptly titled “The Green Council.” [: Spoilers for season 1, episode 9.] With the king now dead, after a miraculously long health battle that ended with him crying into the night, the queen wastes no time to start making moves of her own, believing that Aegon Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney) is now the rightful heir to the throne -- and not Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy), who was previously promised to rule after her father’s death and even seemed to finally heal the festering wounds between her and her former best friend. However, the news of the king’s death is not yet widely known, allowing the queen and her father, the Hand of the King Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifan), to call their own small council (err “Green Council”) to determine the line of succession.

Just two episodes after a massive 10-year time gap, HBO's House of the Dragon has skipped over yet many more years in Sunday night's eighth episode.The new episode - entitled The Lord of the Tides - reveals that Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) has been ruling as the Hand of the King in the stead of the seemingly ailing Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine).It seems that Princess Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Prince Daemon (Matt Smith) have had enough of the Hightowers assuming the throne, as they make plans to head to King's Landing. While the official synopsis reveals that 10 more years have past, Rhaenys (Eve Best) mentions it's been six years since she's seen her husband Corlys (Steve Toussaint).  Ruling: The new episode - entitled The Lord of the Tides - reveals that Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) has been ruling as the Hand of the King in the stead of the seemingly ailing Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine) King's Landing: It seems that Princess Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Prince Daemon (Matt Smith) have had enough of the Hightowers assuming the throne, as they make plans to head to King's LandingThe episode begins with Rhaenys saying she hasn't seen her husband in six years, as she speaks with Maester Kelvin (Haqi Ali)'He led his sailors into an ambush. A ship made to look as if it were abandoned.

Just two episodes after a massive 10-year time gap, HBO's House of the Dragon has skipped over yet another decade in Sunday night's eighth episode.The new episode - entitled The Lord of the Tides - reveals that Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) has been ruling as the Hand of the King in the stead of the seemingly ailing Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine).It seems that Princess Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Prince Daemon (Matt Smith) have had enough of the Hightowers assuming the throne, as they make plans to head to King's Landing.  Ruling: The new episode - entitled The Lord of the Tides - reveals that Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) has been ruling as the Hand of the King in the stead of the seemingly ailing Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine) King's Landing: It seems that Princess Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Prince Daemon (Matt Smith) have had enough of the Hightowers assuming the throne, as they make plans to head to King's LandingThe episode begins with Rhaenys saying she hasn't seen her husband in six years, as she speaks with Maester Kelvin.'He led his sailors into an ambush. A ship made to look as if it were abandoned.