'I started to feel breathless, leant against a post and collapsed - I wouldn't have survived anywhere else'

Nick Cave has responded to a teenaged fan who sought advice from him about how to “live life to the absolute fullest” when there is “so much hate and disconnect” in the world.The Bad Seeds singer was contacted by 13-year-old Ruben from Melbourne, Australia, who asked him for guidance. The Australian songwriter responded on his Red Hand Files blog, assuring Ruben that he has “nothing to worry about” because he appears to be a creative individual who is engaged precociously with the world.Ruben asked: “I’m 13. In a world ridden with so much hate, and disconnect; How do I live life to its absolute fullest, and not waste my potential? Especially as a creative.

Jessica Simpson celebrated her father, Joe Simpson’s, 65th birthday over the weekend and the whole gang was there. On Monday, the 42-year-old singer wrote a «proud» message and shared photos of her and her family celebrating the big day. «My beautiful family together forevermore. I am proud of us for all that we have accomplished unconventionally with pure honesty,» she wrote.

North West and Monroe Cannon had some fun with their famous moms on Monday night.The 9-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West and the 11-year-old daughter of Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon were singing and dancing along to Carey's song, «It's a Wrap,» on North and Kim's joint TikTok account at the reality star's Calabasas home.As the two girls danced along to the tune, their moms stepped into the frame, pretending to sing into hairbrushes as their daughters tried to push them away.Mariah rocked some leather leggings, boots and a white jacket for the occasion, while Kim went more casual in a black tank top and sweat pants with some black slides.«It’s a wrap! But never for us!» Kim and North's TikTok account captioned the video.It’s a wrap! But never for us! In addition to goofing off with their A-list moms, Monroe and North also gave their own tribute to Rihanna. In another TikTok, Monroe, dressed in red to match the singer's Super Bowl halftime show performance outfit, lip-syncs to RiRi's song, «Work,» as North, dressed in white to match Rihanna's backup dancers, busts a move behind her.«We love you @rihanna Happy Birthday xoxo Roe and North,» they captioned the video.

Dolly Parton is missing her "very dear and special" friend Kenny Rogers ahead of the three-year anniversary of his death. "I miss him so much," Parton told People magazine of her frequent collaborator and close confidant.  "I've lost so many wonderful people in my life in the last few years. But Kenny - he was very, very dear and special and I never get tired of hearing us sing, all the years that we were on stage together." Rogers passed away in March 2020 from natural causes at the age of 81.

Julius Cowdrey has reached the end of his Made in Chelsea journey. Part of the reality TV cast since 2016, when he emerged as Olivia Bentley's childhood friend, the 30 year old revealed on podcast Secure the Insecure with Johnny Seifert that threats were made on his life via social media, leaving him no choice but to quit. Apparently, one particular troll suggested they wanted to "run him over with a car".The star told the host: "My God, when you first receive online abuse based on your actions and it's been edited, it's really tough.

Whether you like them with chocolate spread and ice cream or prefer to keep things simple with a classic lemon and sugar topping, pancakes are sure to go down a treat in households up and down the country. And with today marking Pancake Day, it’s clear that celebs are fans of whipping up their own creations too as they’ve taken to social media in their droves to document their mouthwatering breakfast.

Love Island looks set for explosive scenes on Tuesday night as during a challenge the Islanders are asked "who isn't genuine". In the upcoming episode, the contestants take part in a Knowing Me, Knowing You game with the results guaranteed to cause drama.

Drivers have been warned to look out for a new 'crash for cash' fraud which has seen scammers travel to Scotland to cause smashes and cash in on insurance money.

The Office actor Mackenzie Crook has issued an urgent appeal to help find his missing sister-in-law as he admits the family are "clutching at straws".

A body has been pulled from a canal in West Lothian sparking a sudden death probe by police.

EastEnders star Kellie Bright said she is 'honoured' to play a part in another huge soap storyline this year.

Dancing On Ice judges Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean appeared on Lorraine on Tuesday morning and discussed the stars they'd love to have on the show.

Harry Styles tried out an Australian tradition as he took to the stage in Perth on Monday.

Shawn Mendes is opening up about the big changes he’s made in the last year. In a new interview with WSJ magazine, the “Wonder” singer explains the hair transformation that saw him trade his signature curly locks for a buzzed cut.

Zach Shallcross just hit an unexpected snag on his journey for love. On Monday’s episode of “The Bachelor”, the tech executive contracted COVID-19, forcing him to cancel two of his three dates, hold a virtual cocktail party and send two women home via a virtual rose ceremony.

Have you gone out dancing or for a drink at your local queer space and noticed a lot of straight people? The subject usually evokes passionate responses. Maybe you’re in the, “more the merrier” camp or are you in the, “whole world is a straight bar, this is ours” camp?  The question asked, “What’re your thoughts on straight women going to gay bars? I know a lot of people have different views on this so I want to know yours.”One user shared, “I believe gay bars are the closest thing to church that we’ve got.

Don Lemon is taking some time to better himself.

A source is speaking out with another update about Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly and the state of their relationship.

The Simpsons! Jessica and Ashlee Simpson had a sweet reunion with both of their parents — Joe Simpson and Tina Ann Drew — over the weekend.