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Kylie Minogue has given a heartfelt tribute to the soap which launched her career more than three decades ago.The Aussie pop princess responded to a tweet confirming the sad news that Neighbours will cease production in June.The soap's producers Fremantle announced:“It is with sadness that after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes broadcast, we are confirming that Neighbours will cease production in June."“Following the loss of a key broadcast partner in the UK, and despite a search for alternative funding, we currently have no option but to rest the show.”This came after Channel 5 announced last month that they would no longer air the show from August. As they provide funding to Neighbours, it was hoped that another UK broadcaster would step in.Sadly, despite a huge #SaveNeighbours campaign from fans, that hasn't happened yet.Kylie responded to the sad news, writing: "I’ll be forever grateful for the experience & the friends I made on @neighbours.

Darren Criss is mourning the devastating loss of his older brother Charles “Chuck” Criss.

Netflix has paused all future projects and acquisitions from Russia amid the country’s invasion of Ukraine, according to reports.The streaming giant has four Russian original series in various stages of production. According to Deadline, Netflix has halted production on one of them, the detective drama series Zato, while another series, one day away from wrapping, will be completed.For the other two projects, Netflix is said to be assessing the impact of the invasion of Ukraine before making any further decisions.

Sam Fender and his live band provided one of the highlights of the BandLab NME Awards 2022 with their wide-ranging and joyful interview in the winners’ room – check it out above.Fender and his bandmates were speaking after he won Best Album In The World and Best Album By A UK Artist at last night’s ceremony at the O2 Academy Brixton in London (March 2). He also performed ‘Seventeen Going Under’ live to kick off the event.Joined by his bandmates Dean Thompson, Tom Ungerer, Joe Atkinson, Drew Michael and Johnny Davis, Fender – who started the interview by exchanging Limmy impressions with his band – was asked for his thoughts on winning Best Album In The World.“I mean it’s a bit too far, that, really.

A repeat drug offender has been praised for his efforts to change his lifestyle.

Cristiano Ronaldo returned to Manchester United this summer, the Premier League braced itself for an almighty title challenge from the Red Devils.However, things haven't turned out as expected, and although Ronaldo is still scoring goals at the age of 37, he isn't finding the league as easy as he previously did during his first stint.The five-time Ballon d'Or winner made the shock exit from Juventus on Deadline Day this summer, but some fans have highlighted United as the reason that Ronaldo is starting to struggle.But Ronaldo has been told to quit all together by a former Real Madrid star, who believes that the Portugal captain has been finding it tough "for two years". Brazilian legend Ze Roberto played until the age of 43, but even four years on he continues to boast his shredded figure on social media, sharing the same mentality for a healthy lifestyle as Ronaldo.But despite the fact that Ze Roberto had such a lengthy career, he stopped playing in Europe at the age of 36, and he has urged Ronaldo to consider retirement for the benefit of his own legacy.Ze Roberto told Sky Sports: "Cristiano is, for me, a machine, but I don't think he will still be going at 40 because he is a player who has always played at the highest level, always winning trophies and always trying to be the best player in the world.Should Cristiano Ronaldo consider retiring at Manchester United? Comment below."But in the last two years, we have seen he has not been able to do that with Juventus and now with Manchester United.

Coronation Street actors have been pictured enjoying a fabulously "footloose" night out as they opted to spend time together as a cast outside of work. Taking to the red carpet at The Opera House Theatre in Manchester, siblings Rebecca and Jack James Ryan posed with their arms around each other ahead of the Footloose musical press night. Also joining the crew was Ellie Leach, 20, who plays Faye Windass on the ITV soap.

Wordle has become a massive hit over the past few months and has brought out everyone's love of word challenges.

Brimming with a rich history and things to do, this eye-catching converted mill is the perfect location for an exciting day trip.

All BT Sport content between now and the end of the Premier League season is available for just £3.

When Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller aren’t writing their next scripts, they’re working with a “small and mighty team” to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease — all year round.

Like Annie Murphy, Emily Hampshire would be more than happy to send Daniel Levy $5 a day in order to secure a Schitt’s Creek movie.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorNeneh Cherry’s 1989 hit “Buffalo Stance” casts a long shadow: A dance classic about inner-city life that combines a punk attitude with an irresistible beat and melody. The song, from her equally classic debut album “Raw Like Sushi,” reached No.

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaThe incredible story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the all Black, all female Army battalion tasked with solving a mail crisis in England and France during World War II, has an inspired the development of a new musical.The news comes after House voted unanimously on Monday to award one of the country’s highest civilian honors, the Congressional Gold Medal, to the unit. The U.S Senate passed the bill in 2021, so it now heads to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law. When received, the 6888 will be the only female unit serving in a military status to receive the award, the only unit from the Women’s Army Corps to receive the award, and the only African American female unit to receive the award.

Katherine Kelly Lang is looking back at her time on . The soap star spoke to ET's Matt Cohen about the show's 35th anniversary and all the on-screen weddings she's had since joining the show 35 years ago.«I want to say 12,» Lang said before Cohen informed her of her 21 trips down the aisle. «21? I'm going to close my ears.»While the number is still a bit fuzzy, Lang has fond memories of her character Brooke Logan's first wedding on the show.«I still remember the first wedding that I had to Ridge on the beach, riding a horse down,» she shared.

Eddie Hearn dropped Matchroom CEO Frank Smith during a quite brilliant sparring session between the pair.Hearn did have a very brief amateur career but has long since hung up the gloves.But once more he got back into the ring to face off against Frank Smith in San Diego.The Essex-born promoter clearly had the height advantage and at one point got his opponent to the ground with a tremendous strike to the abdomen.The pair earned a small round of applause from the crowd as they embraced at the end, both bent over exhausted.Smith said after the end of the contest: "Do you want to do another fight? Easy light work."Meanwhile, Hearn, 42, has claimed that Tyson Fury is “out of control".The Gypsy King is continuing to promote his upcoming fight against Dillian Whyte despite his opponent boycotting such events in the build-up to the bout at Wembley on April 23.Whyte is reportedly furious with the terms of the contract he had signed - and Hearn has claimed that Fury has not been very respectful of the fact he’s voiced his concerns."Dillian Whyte in my opinion was not treated with respect," Hearn told the MMA Hour. "I never told him not to attend the press conference at all.Do you reckon you could take Eddie Hearn? Let us know in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Earlier this month, several historic achievements were made after “The Power of the Dog” earned 12 Oscar nominations. Jane Campion became the first woman with two Best Director nominations.

Freddie Mercury's shoes at the 1992 tribute concert, as he paid a sweet tribute to the Queen star.The Wherever I Lay My Hat and Love Of the Common People singer was one of many music icons including David Bowie and Elton John to perform at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert, which was held at Wembley Stadium on April 20, 1992.The concert was held less than a year after Freddie Mercury had died on November 24, 1991 at his Kensington Home, from bronchial pneumonia due to AIDS-related complications.Speaking exclusively to Daily Star, Paul Young reflected on the tribute concert, saying: "It was a privilege to be asked, but it was amazing to step into Freddie's shoes. "To do just one song and see the love that he got from the crowd.

Reading & Leeds.In a statement shared yesterday (March 2), Live Nation wrote that it’s joining “the world in condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and applauds all the musicians who are using their voices to promote peace”.“We will not promote shows in Russia, and we will not do business with Russia. We’re in the process of reviewing our vendors so we can cease work with any and all Russian-based suppliers,” it added.Live Nation joins the world in condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and applauds all the musicians who are using their voices to promote peace.

IT seems nobody needs good Neighbours anymore, as the Aussie soap has been axed for good - but it’s produced some very wealthy stars over the years. After nearly four decades on our screens, yesterday it was announced that, despite an “extensive search for alternative funding” the soap will cease production in June, after it was dropped by Channel 5.

TOWIE'S Georgia Kousoulou revealed her incredible post baby body in a red bikini after getting engaged. The 30-year-old beamed alongside son Brody, who she had nine months ago, as she shared a message about body confidence.