Louise Minchin says painful injury is taking 'longer than hoped' to heal after BBC exit

Christopher Vourlias Fourteen years ago, on the far-flung and Lilliputian island of Tilos, two same-sex couples wed in a civil ceremony – the first gay and lesbian marriages ever held in Greece. It was an event that sparked outrage from the Greek Orthodox Church and large swaths of the conservative Mediterranean nation, even as it represented a historic step forward for Greece’s marginalized queer community.The story of those civil marriages and the impact they had on the LGBTQ+ movement is the focus of “Tilos Weddings,” by director Panayotis Evangelidis, who offers a first-hand account of what he describes as a “heroic period” in the struggle for gay rights in Greece.

Christopher Vourlias For an event that functions as the premier showcase for the Greek documentary industry, the Thessaloniki Documentary Festival again offered a prime platform for local docmakers at its 24th edition, with 77 feature-length and short Greek documentaries screening across the festival’s various competition and non-competitive sections.Marco Gastine, a co-founder of the Hellas Doc Association, a trade group representing the interests of Greek documentary filmmakers, has witnessed the industry’s steady evolution since the association was founded in 2013.“There was nothing specific about documentaries [in Greece’s film policy at the time],” Gastine told Variety in Thessaloniki. “It was underrepresented in the public programs at the Greek Film Center and [public broadcaster] ERT.” The pubcaster was in fact shuttered from 2013 to 2015, as part of cost-cutting measures by an austerity-minded government, plunging the documentary industry into crisis.

The Weeknd made a guest appearance in an episode of The Simpsons which aired last night (March 20) – watch clips below.As previously announced, Abel Tesfaye voice the character Orion Hughes, a child influencer who owns the fictional streetwear brand ‘Slipreme’.In the episode, titled ‘Bart The Cool Kid’, Hughes helps Bart become cool, and Homer ends up convincing the local dads to adopt the style of The Weeknd’s character too.See clips from the episode below.

Ukrainian civilians are being rounded up by Russian troops and sent to “work camps” thousands of miles from their homes, a Ukrainian MP has claimed. Inna Sovsun told Times Radio yesterday that as many as 5,000 civilians had been being taken to “very distant parts of Russia” and “forced to sign papers saying that they will stay in that area for two or three years and they will work for free in those areas”.

Bayern Munich sweeper-keeper's latest out-field antics.The German has established himself as one of the greatest goalkeepers in world football over recent years, but not just for his fine shot-stopping ability. Neuer has developed a reputation as a sweeper-keeper due to his constant urge to depart his penalty area and join in with the action higher up the pitch.And the 35-year-old was at it again on Saturday.

Tinder was anything to go by, Britain’s most tattooed man is a much sought after bachelor.The 42-year-old effortlessly gets matches on the dating app and he has enjoyed casual hook ups - but unfortunately it hasn’t led to anything serious.Born Matthew Whelen - but now known as Body Art - the tattoo addict believes some women struggle to see past his heavily inked skin.Speaking exclusively to Daily Star on World Tattoo Day, he said: “My Tinder is always full and I’m always going out on dates but it tends to never really come to anything.“I am more of a friend zone type person with some people.”And Body Art - whose name in full is King Of Inkland King Body Art The Extreme Ink-ite - said women on Tinder constantly ask about his tatts.The body mod fan, who is often referred to as the most inked man in the UK, said: “If you are on Tinder it’s not just about personality for some people - they have to be physically attracted to you.“And I would say nine out of 10 people will ask about my tattoos on Tinder after matching.“I have become a bit of a robot to it.“I have like a chip programmed inside me to respond to certain questions. It’s almost as natural as saying, ‘Welcome to McDonald's, what can I get for your order’?”Before the pandemic Body Art, from Birmingham, blasted “shallow” women who he claimed only sleep with him if they are fascinated about his appearance.

This Morning star Rochelle Humes has turned 33 and to celebrate her milestone, we're taking a look at some of her hottest-ever snaps.Rochelle first shot to fame during her early teens as she joined S Club Juniors, however, that is not where her popstar days ended as she later joined iconic girl group The Saturdays.Since their split, she has gone on to present some of the biggest segments on TV and has a regular spot on ITV's This Morning.She is also on half of a stunning showbiz couple, having married JLS member Marvin Humes in 2012. The pair have since gone on to have three children, Alaia-Mai, eight, Valentina, five, and Blake, one.But let's skip to some of her most beautiful moments...Rochelle appears to be letting her hair down with a cool beverage as she smiled at the camera for this chilled-out snap.The beauty posed with no makeup as she grinned for the summery snap, that was taken in an impressive garden that boasted picturesque views.The star donned a neon pink bikini which peaked through her flamboyant blouse that covered up her torso.She also showed off a fresh matching mani-pedicure as she enjoyed the fresh summer air.The presenter has the most amazing locks and has had plenty of different hair looks over the years, going from blonder highlights to a raven bombshell.Here, she posed on the evening of a bae-cation date night, which she went on with her Capital FM DJ husband Marvin.Marvin was certainly in for a treat as his wonderful wife put on a show in a low-cut brown dress, smouldering for the camera in the daring cut-out dress as she highlighted her washboard stomach and hourglass curves.

Dan Walker has revealed a sweet ritual that he shared with Louise Minchin on BBC Breakfast which they called the "Breakfast cuddle".Strictly Come Dancing star Dan presents the BBC morning show and he used to co-anchor the programme with Louise Minchin before she departed the show in September after a whopping 20 years.Dan and Louise shared a special bond on and off the camera, and they employed a special tactic to help their guests get through difficult interviews.Speaking in his autobiography, Remarkable People, Dan said that him and Louise used to sit close to their guests on the sofa so that they could look after them if they got emotional whilst discussing raw or sensitive stories and issues.Explaining the 'cuddle' trick in the book,

Louise Minchin has admitted she thought her former BBC Breakfast co-star Dan Walker would be “terrible” on Strictly Come Dancing.She opened up to presenter Claudia Winkleman earlier today on her BBC show about Dan’s dancing.Louise was a guest on the BBC Radio 2 show to discuss her former co-star.Claudia asked her what she thought about his performance so far on the show when she made the admission.She said: “I do genuinely feel a bit bad for saying this but I know I’m not alone in this.“And don’t think he’ll mind me saying it because he would have thought it at the beginning.“I thought he was going to be terrible.”Although Louise did go on to admit when she saw him on the show, she realised she was wrong.The former BBC star continued: “But

Louise Minchin, 53, has wowed fans with a stunning red dress on her social media, and shared her excitement about watching Dan Walker dance.It's a very glam look for the former BBC Breakfast presenter, who seems to be loving life away from the iconic red sofa.She captioned the pics: "Anyone else got that Friday Feeling?""I am so looking forward to seeing Dan Walker and the wonderful Nadiya Bychkova dancing the foxtrot," she added.Despite leaving the show Louise is very much still in touch with her old colleague: "I had a catch up with them on the phone today and they LOVE it!""I will be talking about them and all things Strictly tomorrow with Claudia Winkleman on BBC Radio 2.

BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin has sparked a frenzy in a plunging red dress, as she revealed that she's looking forward to watching Dan Walker take to the Strictly dance floor for Movie Week with his professional dance pro Nadiya Bychkova.

Louise Minchin has taken on a few challenges since leaving BBC Breakfast. Unsurprisingly, it's fitness and sport that triathlete Louise has been focusing on, and her latest venture was into the world of rugby.She appeared in a video alongside rugby player and nurse Zee Alema Zainab, who also featured on an episode of Louise's podcast, Her Spirit, ahead of playing a game of the sport with her.SEE: Louise Minchin overcomes personal challenge after leaving BBC Breakfast – see photoWATCH: Louise Minchin plays rugby with fanSpeaking in the video, Zee said: "Hi everyone, I've got a new teammate, guess who she is."Louise replied: "There is a problem, there is a problem.

BBC Breakfast and is known for his reporting on some pretty high profile cases from Madeleine McCann to the globally watched murder trial of Shrien Dewani.The bearded broadcaster, who turns 52 on November 8, is a regular on the sofa with Naga Munchetty and has even been known to take a playful swipe at the outspoken host. Jon is a dedicated family man and has three children with his fellow journalist wife.

I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!Due to the on-going Covid-19 pandemic there has already been much hype about the show - with ITV confirming the jungle programme will return the Gwrych Castle, in Wales.The rumour mill has also been sent into overdrive when it comes to the I'm A Celeb...

BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin underwent a foot operation in December last year after sustaining an injury during a triathlon in 2019.

Louise Minchin, 53, has said that taking time off work for an operation was her wake up call to end her time as host of BBC Breakfast.

Strictly Come Dancing star Dan Walker got up bright and early today to do his day job of presenting BBC Breakfast, before heading to the rehearsal room to learn his week two routine.

Louise Minchin has taken on a big fitness challenge, shortly after stepping down from her role as a host alongside Dan Walker on BBC Breakfast.The journalist took to Twitter to share the news with her fans, as she wrote: "I can't believe I swam 13km today, massively helped by an incoming tide and @herspirituk friends and @swimcathswim who somehow persuaded me it was a good idea.

Dan Walker has dedicated his first dance on Strictly Come Dancing to his former co-host Louise Minchin.The BBC star dedicated the quickstep he was doing with dance partner Nadiya Bychkova to his former co-host, with whom he presented the show for the last five years, before she left the famous red sofa for good last week.Following Dan's performance, Strictly host Claudia Winkleman said: "You wanted to dedicate that dance to somebody very special."Yes, I've got a new Breakfast sofa partner", Dan added before pointing at Nadiya."That was actually for Louise Minchin who any Breakfast viewer will know, Louise left the Breakfast sofa last week."Hopefully she's watching, so Louise, that was for you."We miss you, we love you and we wish you all

Dan Walker announced that he was devoting his first Strictly Come Dancing performance to his former BBC Breakfast co-star Louise Minchin.Dan and his co-star wife had worked together on the iconic red sofa for six years before Louise announced she was leaving the programme after 20 years of service.Louise's last day on the programme was September 15 and just ten days on Dan is still clearly missing his partner in crime.After giving it his all on the dance floor this evening - and later collapsing onto the floor with exhaustion - he stood up to declare his kind gesture.He said: "I'm dedicating my first performance to Louise.

BBC Breakfast fans as the cover weather presenter on the morning news show. However, in an exclusive chat with Express.co.uk, the star addressed if he could make the transition to fronting the programme.Louise Minchin recently left the BBC Breakfast red sofa after 20 years presenting the show.So far, her permanent replacement has not been announced with many rumours flying around.Ever since Owain made his debut on the show back in February, fans have been keen to see more of him.However, the star admitted he has no plans to make the switch to hosting the show.Talking about if he could take on the role, Owain said: “Oh, my gosh, as a news presenter?“I don’t know.