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The Rolling Stones have confirmed that Echo And The Bunnymen will support them during their gig at Anfield in Liverpool next month.The show will form part of the Stones’ ‘SIXTY’ UK and European anniversary tour, which kicks off in Madrid on June 1 and visits cities including London, Amsterdam and Paris.The Stones have announced this morning (May 17) that Echo And The Bunnymen, who hail from Liverpool, will support them at Anfield on June 9.

Shania Twain delighted fans with a rare snapshot featuring her husband Frédéric Thiébaud over the weekend, and they looked to be in the party mood.MORE: Shania Twain shares very rare photograph of son Eja for Mother's Day tributeALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe singer posted a picture of the two of them cuddling up close to each other, surrounded by a multitude of orange balloons.VIDEO: Shania Twain films inside beautiful bedroomThey looked as happy as could be in the celebratory snap, and Shania simply termed him her "best friend" in the caption, with a heart and balloon emoji.The photograph was actually a throwback from Valentine's Day that Frédéric shared on his own social media, and fans, suitably enough, quickly inundated the comments section with heart emojis.MORE: Shania Twain mourns shocking death: 'My heart is broken'Many deemed them to be the "cutest" couple, with one writing: "Ohhh My God!!! The best couple!! I love to see you together," and another saying: "The both of you deserve each other so much." Shania shared a Valentine's Day throwback with husband FrédéricWhile Shania and Swiss Nestlé executive Frédéric rarely appear on social media together, they do share a loving relationship, often splitting their time between their homes in Canada and Switzerland, also owning properties in The Bahamas and Las Vegas.The two got together in 2010 after her divorce from first husband Robert "Mutt" Lange amid an affair with Frédéric's ex-wife.

The Foreign Office has issued an important update on passport rules for 33 countries in the EU.

Lucky Daye has linked up with producer Mark Ronson for a new collaborative single, sharing the smooth cut ‘Too Much’.Released on Friday (May 13), it marks the second time the pair have worked together, after collaborating in 2019 on ‘Fly’ from the soundtrack for animated film Spies In Disguise. On ‘Too Much’, the pair join forces again to create a harmonious blend of disco, soul and funk, courtesy of Ronson’s sumptuous production and Daye’s velvety vocals.

Ukraine won Eurovision 2022 in a historic evening in Turin.

Eurovision viewers have slammed Switzerland's entry for being "boring" - and have even suggested it'd be perfect for a John Lewis advert.The entry, Boys Don't Cry by Marius Bear, is a melancholic yet uplifting ballad.The performance featured Marius standing alone on stage against a plain black backdrop as animations of tears and a kite played behind him.The song featured lyrics about how men should connect with and express their emotions, and with a understated jazz rhythm akin to a Disney ballad, the song didn’t seem to go down too well with UK viewers. Many fans took to Twitter to express their dislike of the track, labelling it boring.

Naman Ramachandran Emmy nominee Paapa Essiedu (“I May Destroy You”) and BAFTA winner Stephen Dillane (“Alex Rider”) have joined Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan (“Little Women”) on the cast of “The Outrun.” The film is the feature adaptation of Amy Liptrot’s bestselling memoir “The Outrun,” adapted by Nora Fingscheidt, the multiple award winning director of “System Crasher.” Fingscheidt has written the adaptation in collaboration with Liptrot.Ronan stars as Rona, who fresh out of rehab, returns to the wild Orkney Islands after more than a decade away. As she reconnects with the dramatic landscape where she grew up, memories of her childhood merge with the more recent challenging events that have set her on the path to recovery. Protagonist Pictures has sold all international territories on the film, which is currently shooting on location in the Orkney Islands.

In a new video shared on Friday, Dave seemed in good spirits as he appeared on Zoom to record an episode of the Agony Uncles podcast alongside co-stars Si King and Tasha Hall.Dave debuted his new bald head and had a big smile on his face throughout the duration of the clip.In true Hairy Bikers style, Dave told a cheeky anecdote about a skiing trip.He giggled: “Years ago, I went skiing in Switzerland.“I used to stay in a bunkhouse, so it was posh skiing, but it was on the cheap.”Dave lowered his voice and chuckled: “And, um, I ended up with a German policewoman.“She was a strong lady.”Before Dave could finish his sentence, his wife Liliana could be heard in the background shouting: “I heard that!”The exchange was met with raucous laughter from the podcast team, including Dave’s longtime co-star Si.The clip received dozens of replies from Dave’s loyal fans.Sally penned: “Wishing you the very best Dave and a speedy recovery...P.s actually makes you look younger.”David wrote: “Wishing you a speedy recovery Dave.The bikers are one of my food heroes so you need to get better and back out there on your steed and ride again.”Karen said: “Great to see you Dave and the fact that you are still getting told off by your wife.Take care and lots of for a full recovery.”And Lisa gushed: “You're rocking the bald look Dave! Keep going, you've got this.

Livingston FC have confirmed the signing of a new defensive midfielder, Scott Bitsindou, from Belgian side KSK Lierse Kempenzonen. The 26-year-old has had spells in Switzerland, Serbia and most recently Belgium as well as having made his international debut for Congo last Summer - he started out from the Anderlecht Youth Academy.

TikTok star Sam Ryder, who will represent the UK at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, has announced a new set of European tour dates – check them out below.Tickets for the shows will go on sale to the general public on Friday (May 13) at 9am local time. You can get tickets for the concerts here.The tour will kick off in Germany on October 12, before heading to Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Italy and Spain.Check out Ryder’s full EU tour dates here:OCTOBER12 – Burgerhaus Stollwerck, Cologne, Germany14 – Debaser Strand, Stockholm, Sweden16 – Parkteatret, Oslo Norway17 – Lillie Vega, Copenhagen, Denmark19 – Columbia Theater, Berlin, Germany21 – Gruenspan, Hamburg, Germany24 – Grand Salon, Brussels, Belgium25 – Alhambra, Paris, France26 – Melkweg (Old hall), Amsterdam, Netherlands28 – Den Atelier, Luxembourg30 – Freiheitshalle, Munich, Germany31 – Papiersaal, Zurich, SwitzerlandNOVEMBER6 – Circolo Magnolia, Milan, Italy8 – Sala La De Apolo, Barcelona, Spain9 – Sala Mon, Madrid, SpainRyder, who co-wrote his Eurovision song ‘Space Man’ with the Grammy-winning songwriter Amy Wadge and Max Wolfgang, recently said about Eurovision: “Having been a fan of Eurovision since I was a kid, I am so honoured to have been presented with the opportunity to sing at an event alongside some of Europe’s most talented creatives, performers and songwriters.“I hope to sing my head off in a way the UK can be proud of, and to showcase a song I wrote with my friends last summer makes the whole experience even more special.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly outraged about his secret gymnast lover falling pregnant again.

Manchester United duo Alex Telles and Fred have been named in the Brazil squad for their clashes with South Korea, Japan and Argentina next month.

Eurovision Song Contest.The act are currently favourites to win the overall contest, which takes place this week in Turin amid Russia’s continued invasion of Ukraine.Last night (May 10) the first semi-finals were held ahead of Saturday’s (May 14) grand final, with Ukraine progressing along with Armenia, Greece, Iceland, Lithuania, Moldova, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal and Switzerland.Kalush Orchestra frontman Oleh Psiuk said following their qualification: “We understand we need to stay focused because we want to promote Ukrainian culture and let everyone know about it, This is our goal.”Here's the 10 qualifiers from the First Semi-Final! #Eurovision #ESC2022 pic.twitter.com/qxqezFuY9g— Eurovision Song Contest (@Eurovision) May 10, 2022Kalush Orchestra, a rap group who formed in 2019, replaced Ukraine’s original entrant Alina Pash, who withdrew from the competition in February, for Eurovision 2022. The group’s track ‘Stefania’ is an ode to powerful mothers.Speaking to NME this week, Psiuk explained how their taking part was a “huge responsibility”, given the ongoing war with Russia.“To represent Ukraine in the international arena is always a responsibility, but to represent it during the war is just the highest responsibility possible,” he said.“The song [‘Stefania’] was composed and dedicated to my mother, but after the war the song has acquired lots of nuances because a lot of people are perceiving it as if Ukraine is my mother,” said Psiuk.

Leo Barraclough International Features EditorCondor has picked up French rights to Saim Sadiq’s drama “Joyland” ahead of its world premiere in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard. The title, the first Pakistani film to be selected in Cannes, will vie for the Caméra d’Or.Film Constellation is representing international sales rights.

Ben Croll Pathé subsidiary Cinémas Pathé Gaumont — one of Europe’s largest exhibition chains — operates 133 theaters with more than 1,300 screens throughout France, the Benelux region and Switzerland. Which means that when it comes to market growth, this industry leader must look beyond building new multiplexes.“The network of theaters in our principal territories is now very dense,” says Cinémas Pathé Gaumont CEO Aurélien Bosc.

UEFA have scrapped their controversial proposals for Champions League qualification, but have announced a new plan which could still benefit Premier League clubs.

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Eurovision is back for its 66th year, with beautifully camp costumes, snarky Graham Norton commentary, and nul points for the UK set to grace our television screens very soon.

Queen Elizabeth II will not attend the opening of Parliament on Tuesday for the first time in nearly 60 years, as she struggles with difficulties in getting around. Buckingham Palace said in a statement Monday that the decision was made in consultation with her doctors and that the 96-year-old had "reluctantly’’ decided not to attend.  Prince Charles will read her speech, while for the first time her grandson Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, will have an official role in the event.

Selling Sunset‘s newest cast member, Chelsea Lazkani, responded to claims that she faked her British accent on the show during the reunion that dropped on Netflix last week.

Fans couldn’t help but dig into Chelsea Lazkani’s dialect after she joined the cast of Selling Sunset season 5.