ITV Revamps Pre-9pm Schedule: Extends Evening News, Moves Soaps Back-to-Back

Manchester City Council made the sudden announcement earlier this week that the speed limit on one of its busiest roads would be dropping.

Blake Lively and her sister Robyn make a stylish duo as they arrive for the Michael Kors Collection Fall/Winter 2022 Runway Show held at Terminal 5 during New York Fashion Week on Tuesday night (February 15) in New York City.

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Piers Morgan, 56, was saddened to learn that PJ O’Rourke, an American satirist, had died at the age of 74. As a dedicated soldier of "shutting down woke-dom", as it were, the news came as a shock.The former Good Morning Britain presenter took to Twitter to share his condolences, detailing what a "huge loss" his passing is.Alongside a photo of O'Rourke, he wrote solemnly: "One of America’s smartest, funniest writers & the ultimate Gonzo journalist."Loved interviewing him, always so sharp & entertaining."Huge loss."A fan added: "A genuine superstar."Someone else penned fondly: "The CEO of the sofa...

ITV talk show host Lorraine Kelly doesn’t seem like the kind of person who would get shy, but the star has admitted to Express.co.uk that she's been feeling self-conscious on the red carpet of late.The journalist has teamed up with WW (formerly known as Weight Watchers) in hopes of getting her “va va voom back”, after forming unhealthy lifestyle habits over lockdown.Lorraine, 62, spoke about how she was dismayed to find that she had gone from a size 10 to a size 14 due to a lack of exercise and indulging in more junk food during lockdown. The star agreed that, while the perfect size is different for every person, she wanted to get back to feeling like herself again with the help of WW.“It’s not about how much space you take up in the world,” Lorraine explained. “It’s about what’s right for you.

Piers Morgan, 56, could be labelled an avid Royalist, often voicing his support for the Queen and other members of the Royal Family, but he feared for her health amid the scandal surrounding Prince Andrew.

Princess Diana used to carry around a small fridge full of her blood over fear of being “under the threat of physical danger”.The late princess would keep spare supplies of her blood with her security team as a precaution for if Diana was ever attacked.According to former private secretary Patrick Jephson, the small fridge of blood would accompany them if they were ever travelling overseas.Mr Jephson said: “Particularly when we were abroad or in the developing world, we would carry a little refrigerator full of spare supplies of Diana’s blood.“That sure took the glamour out of it.

It's "a waiting game" when it comes to whether or not Alec Baldwin will see the inside of a courtroom regarding the wrongful death lawsuit he is now facing, according to legal experts. Baldwin, 63, and others were named in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by cinematographer Halyna Hutchins' family Tuesday. Hutchins died on the set of "Rust" on Oct.

Tyrese Gibson, the "Fast and Furious" actor, took to Instagram Monday to announce the death of his mother, who reportedly had been hospitalized with COVID-19 and pneumonia. Tyrese Gibson speaks onstage during 36th Annual Atlanta UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball at Atlanta Marriott Marquis on December 21, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Alec Baldwin took to Instagram on Tuesday to share a video message to his 2.4 million followers that read "EVERYTHING IS GOING TO BE ALRIGHT." The former "30 Rock" star tagged Parrish Art Museum located in Watermill, New York.  The social media post comes amid a new wrongful death lawsuit that has been levied against him and others associated with the filming of the movie "Rust" as an investigation into the death of the film’s cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, continues. Baldwin and numerous co-defendants are named in the suit, including armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed and assistant director David Halls, as well as production companies and producers, who are accused of flouting industry-standard firearm safety guidelines.

With temperatures expected to plummet in Lanarkshire this week drivers are being warned to drive safely in winter gear to avoid a penalty.

Epik High frontman Tablo expressed his admiration for BTS and the group’s artistry.In a recent interview with Teen Vogue, the Korean-Canadian musician briefly talked about the wordplay in ‘Super Rare’, a cut from their newest studio album ‘Epik High Is Here 下, Part 2’, which he explained advocates for authenticity in music.“Don’t do it for the streams, do it for the actual emotions,” he elaborated. “You could have three views, but if you’re able to affect the lives of those three people [who] listen, you’ve done your thing.”Tablo then cited BTS as a group that, while garnering high streaming numbers, is able to connect to fans on a deeper level.

He’s most famous for offering advice on the dos and don’ts of dating and match-making singletons on E4’s First Dates. But speaking to OK! over Zoom, Fred Sirieix gives us a rare glimpse into his own personal life and tells us how he experienced “love at first sight” back in 2018. Fred, who recently turned 50, reveals that he met his fiancée – who he affectionately calls “Fruitcake” – as he was strolling down the street.

Johnny Depp was awarded with a Gold Medal of Merit by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic during a ceremony honoring Serbian Statehood Day in Belgrade, Serbia on Tuesday.The 58-year-old actor was presented with the honors for his 'outstanding merits in public and cultural activities, especially in the field of film art and the promotion of the Republic of Serbia in the world,' Vucic said, according to the outlet Balkan Insight.Depp responded, 'I truly, sincerely thank you, President Vucic, and this medal of merit, if I am given the honor to walk away with this, I thank you for being kind enough to bestow it upon me.' The latest:Johnny Depp, 58, was awarded with a Gold Medal of Merit by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic during a ceremony honoring Serbian Statehood Day in Belgrade, Serbia on TuesdayHe said that was was 'right now on the verge of a new life' in moving through tumultuous times, and hoping the event was the launch of good things to come.'I like a re-beginning, and I would love for that beginning to start here,' he said. The Kentucky-born actor - who has been involved with a number of projects out of the country as of late, including the 2020 film Minimata and the animated show Puffins - said receiving the medal marked 'an extremely proud moment' in his life.The actor, who's also known for playing Edward Scissorhands as well as Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean series, said last fall at the San Sebastian International Film Festival in Spain that he's been the victim of 'cancel culture, or this instant rush to judgment' in the entertainment industry since he was accused of domestic violence by ex-wife Amber Heard in 2016.

Kate Hudson's son Ryder announced his relationship with the child of another famous couple via Instagram on Monday.The actress' son, 18, posted a photo which showed him giving his girlfriend Iris Apatow, 19, a smooch on the cheek.Iris' parents are film director Judd Apatow and actress Leslie Mann. Instagram official:Kate Hudson's son Ryder announced his relationship with the child of another famous couple via Instagram on MondayRobinson wore a white t-shirt with a pair of necklaces wrapped around his neck.

Kris Jenner hosted a group of gal pals including disgraced Full House star Lori Loughlin for a Galentine's Day party over the weekend.During the fete Kris, 66, was accompanied by her longtime boyfriend Corey Gamble who is a quarter of a century her junior.They threw a bash for Kris' friend Kym Douglas, who is the widow of the late The Young And The Restless actor Jerry Douglas. What a group:Kris Jenner (center) hosted a group of gal pals including disgraced Full House star Lori Loughlin (left) for a Galentine's Day party over the weekendKym posted pictures and footage of the party to her Instagram page this Sunday, the day before Valentine's Day actually fell.In a group shot of the party, guests could be seen holding up massive hearts with the name of Kris' makeup mogul daughter Kylie Jenner on them.

Strictly Come Dancing star boyfriend HRVY as they celebrated Valentine's Day together.The actress enjoyed a romantic meal with her singer boyfriend inside a 'love igloo' which was set up in her garden.The 19-year-old who is best known for playing Leanna Cavanagh on the ITV soap Emmerdale shared behind-the-scenes snaps from their romantic evening on Instagram.HRVY, 23, beamed as they sat around a dining table covered in red roses, chocolates, presents and candles.The singer kept it casual wearing a white hoodie while Mimi stunned in a blue jumper.The pair posed by a red and pink balloon arch in the igloo and enjoyed chocolate covered strawberries and a pile of sweets.HRVY shared the romantic evening to his social media as they played card games in the "love igloo".He captioned a number of snaps: "Happy Valentine's."The couple first announced their relationship in October last year, just months after HRVY split from EastEnders actress Maisie Smith.He and Mimi reportedly met at the National Television Awards last year and are "head-over-heels" for each other.A source told The Sun at the time: “HRVY and Mimi are completely loved up. After HRVY performed at the NTAs he met Mimi and they hit it off.

A huge shake-up at ITV will see Emmerdale and Coronation Street moved to a different time.

Emmerdale and Coronation Street fans will soon be getting used to a new schedule.

Emmerdale and Coronation Street have announced big changes to their weeknight scheduling amid a huge ITV shake-up. Following the news that ITV is extending its national and international news programming, Emmerdale and Corrie will both have new slots and become part of the channel’s ‘super soap’ nights.

Emmerdale and Coronation Street will be moving to a new time slot from March in a major schedule shake-up.The ITV soaps will be pushed back by half an hour as the channel expands its news programme from 6.30pm until 7.30pm.This means Emmerdale will air from 7.30pm each weeknight, while Coronation Street will switch to three hour-long episodes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm.ITV’s Managing Director of Media and Entertainment, Kevin Lygo said: "As viewing habits rapidly change, live audiences to our national and international news programmes remain remarkably strong."Our evening news programme reached an impressive 35.6 million viewers in 2021."We are very excited to be announcing this investment in what is an important public service strength of ITV - high-quality, impartial, trusted broadcast journalism - at a time when it could not be more important."The nation’s two most popular continuing dramas, Coronation Street and Emmerdale, are fundamental to the success of ITV, and we know that, as with all dramas, viewers increasingly watch them whenever, and however they choose."The new scheduling means that viewers can watch them live on TV in one go in a continuous soap fix, as well as on ITV Hub where they are regularly in the most watched shows every month."Emmerdale has aired weeknights at 7pm, with an extra episode at 8pm on Thursdays, while Corrie usually has two episodes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7.30pm and 8.30pm, though it sometimes switches to one hour-long episode on some days depending on other programmes in the schedule.Emmerdale fans are currently dying to know whether or not evil Meena Jutla will be caught for her crimes, after she went on a killing spree in the village.Meanwhile on