Mel C aims 'cheeky dig' at Victoria Beckham as fans brand her 'Shady Spice'

Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened Ukraine – and the world – with nuclear weapons, as he bids to bring back the era of the Soviet Union.But it now appears that Soviet infrastructure could be saving the lives of thousands of innocent Ukrainians.In a tweet from Ukrainian front-line journalist Illia Ponomarenko, it is now clear that many of Kyiv's metro stations are actual nuclear war vaults.Posting a picture of one of the entrances from the Akademmistechko Station in the country's capital city, he tweeted: “In case you were interested, this is how a sealed subway station look like in Kyiv.“The Soviets designed them as potential nuclear war vaults. Now our metro protects us form the new Soviets.”Mr Ponomarekno is the defence reporter with The Kyiv Independent newspaper.Around 47 of the city's 52 stations have features enabling them to be used as bomb shelters, and they have been used as such during the current invasion.The system is the oldest and largest underground network in the country, and has become the main source of protection as Russian bombs and missiles rain down on the country.The Arsenalna station, located in the Pecherskyi district is thought to be the safest station to go to, as it is the deepest of all of them.It goes down underground by around 346ft, or 105.5 metres.

Lionel Messi is bemused by criticism in the media after a below-par start to his time at Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports. Many pundits and fans expected the Argentine, 34, to pick up where he left off following his dramatic switch from Barcelona last summer.Despite Barca's on and off the field issues last term, Messi still managed to find the back of the net 38 times in all competitions - his 13th consecutive season scoring 30+ goals.It will take a monumental effort for the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner to extend that run to 14 seasons following a wretched first few months in Paris.

viral, racking up hundreds of likes.Despite the somewhat comical review, the shopper still gave the bodysuit a five-star review.Another was startled by just how high-cut the item was in real life, as they wrote: "This is much more high cut than it looks. very sexy though."A third even admitted they bought the item as a joke, as they wrote: "Bought as a gag gift looks exactly like the picture.

Formula One chief executive Bernie Ecclestone claimed three years ago that he would like to see Russian President Vladimir Putin “running Europe” because “he’s a good guy”. Putin has been widely condemned for ordering the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which has brought terror to the eastern European country over the past six days. Russia has ignored calls to de-escalate violence, instead pouring hundreds of thousands of troops across the border while firing missiles into residential areas of Kyiv and Kharkiv.

Cristiano Ronaldo, who is the highest paid star in the Premier League on a deal in excess of £450,000-a-week.

Our Yorkshire Farm star Amanda Owen posted a new video on her Twitter yesterday as she looked back on the past few sunny days.

Piers Morgan, 56, was in Australia to meet his colleagues at Sky News Australia and even had an encounter with Prime Minister Scott Morrison during his time there.The former Good Morning Britain presenter has taken to social media to bid farewell for now, after making sure that he "ruffled feathers" before his departure.Piers took to Instagram to share a video from his hotel room window, in view of his 1.8 million followers: "Farewell, Sydney. I leave you as I found you a week ago… and how you’ve been the entire time….

The Big Apple turned into a Momoa-Kravitz central on Monday (Feb. 28) when Jason Momoa met up with Zoë Kravitz for dinner in New York City. Jason, 42, brought the whole fam along with him: Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Lola Momoa joined their father and half-sister, as did Zoë’s beau, Channing Tatum. The entire outing was a makeshift fashion-foodie event, with Zoë, 33, sporting a chic brown trench coat, black outfit, and black Yves Saint Laurent bag. Nakoa-Wolf, 13, opted for an outfit that featured his Doc Martens and striped shirt, while Lola, 14, went with an animal print look that was fierce.

Fatherhood comes naturally for Blake Shelton, 45. The country star revealed how close he’s become with his wife Gwen Stefani‘s sons (Kingston, 15, Zuma, 13, and Apollo, 8), since they tied the knot in July 2021. Blake sounded in awe of the three boys in a new interview with People, published on Monday February 28. The Voice coach has formed a solid bond with his wife and co-star’s sons.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorYouTube will block Russia state-owned RT and Sputnik channels immediately, with parent company Google citing the Russian attack on Ukraine.Google announced the move Tuesday on Twitter. “Due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, we’re blocking YouTube channels connected to RT and Sputnik across Europe, effective immediately,” the internet company said. “It’ll take time for our systems to fully ramp up.

The “New Girl” cast is mourning the death of a memorable actor. Ralph Ahn — who played Nick Miller’s silent pal, Tran, on the hit comedy — died last week. He was 95.

including “The Batman,” amid Putin’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The moves comes as Russia escalated its offensive Tuesday by bombing Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, and dispatching a 40-mile-long convoy of tanks and other equipment to Kyiv.“In light of the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, WarnerMedia is pausing the release of its feature film ‘The Batman’ in Russia,” the studio said in a statement, per the Hollywood Reporter.

COVID-19 required only in indoor public spaces.Parade routes are shorter than usual, because there aren’t enough police for the standard ones, even with officers working 12-hour shifts as they always do on Mardi Gras and the end of the Carnival season leading up to it.But with COVID-19 hospitalizations and case numbers falling worldwide and 92% of the city’s adults at least partly vaccinated, parades are back on after a season without them.And people are out and ready to let the good times roll.The crowd Sunday, when the huge Krewe of Bacchus paraded, “was a record for us in the 10 years we’ve been open,” said Thomas Houston, bar manager at Superior Seafood and Oyster Bar, located at the start of the truncated parade route.He expected similar crowds on Fat Tuesday — a state holiday — if the weather is good.

Geri Horner has hailed the Queen as being the “ultimate” symbol of girl power.The Spice Girl made the comments in a new BBC documentary celebrating the Queen’s seven decades on the throne called The Queen: 70 Glorious Years.The documentary sees a variety of famous faces reflect on the Queen’s reign and how life has changed throughout her years as monarch, including how life changed for women in the 1990s.The decade of “girl power” was famously encapsulated by The Spice Girls when they burst onto the music scene in 1996. Geri said: “The Spice Girls were speaking for a generation of how we were feeling in that era.

Queen as the “ultimate” symbol of girl power as she spoke to viewers of The Queen: 70 Glorious Years.The BBC documentary aired on Sunday and saw a range of famous faces reflect on Her Majesty's 70 years as the British monarch.The documentary examined how the country has evolved under her reign including how life changed for women in the 1990s.The programme touched on Betty Boothroyd becoming Speaker of the House of Commons, Stella Rimmington being made the head of MI5 and the Anglican Church voting to ordain its first female priests.Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson opened the conversation by saying: “The 90s for me felt that it was just women being promoted to the things that they should be doing."I just remember thinking I could do anything I want and being a woman isn’t a barrier.”The decade of “girl power” was famously encapsulated by the Spice Girls when they burst onto the music scene in 1996.Geri said: “The Spice Girls were speaking for a generation of how we were feeling in that era.“That you are enough, you are good enough."We need encouragement from each other, and rather than a put down a pull up saying, ‘Come on girl you can do it’.“The Queen is the ultimate ambassador of girl power.“She is a huge example to us all.”Geri has previously spoken of her admiration for the Queen in an interview celebrating the monarch's 94th birthday.Speaking to British Vogue, Geri confessed that her life motto when she feels stuck is: "What would the Queen do?"She added: "A wife and mother as well as Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, the Queen has nonetheless inspired me with her selflessness and commitment to always putting the Crown first."Her Majesty has weathered so many storms, both personal and public, and throughout it all,

Spice Girls have broken our hearts once more.The ’90s British pop group have reportedly parted ways again and their future plans — such as an animated film, a 2023 world tour and other gigs — have been canceled.“It was going brilliant — but COVID killed the momentum,” a source told the Sun.The source added, “Now it’s done again. There’s nothing on the agenda and they’re focusing on their own things.”Members Geri Horner and Mel B have been the main force behind a reunion tour.

A little spicy. Melanie “Mel C” Chisholm threw shade at former bandmate Victoria Beckham while appearing as a guest judge on Drag Race UK vs The World.

Melanie C didn't hold back when talking about her former Spice Girls bandmate Victoria Beckham on the recent episode of RuPaul's Drag Race UK Vs The World. She told British contestant Baga Chipz, "When you were performing, I was like, there's a resemblance... Posh Spice! "But you know what? Your vocals are much better!," she joked as the contestants burst into laughter.The two have a stormy past, including a major blowout at the 1996 Brit Awards which resulted in Melanie telling her to f**k off.

RuPaul's Drag Race UK - she left half the nation swooning over her youthful looks.The stunning Spice Girls singer, 48, made her debut as a judge on RuPaul's Drag Race: UK versus the World.The new show, which comes on the BBC's rebooted BBC Three channel, sees drag stars from the UK compete with drag queens from around the world.Singer Mel be joined judges RuPaul, Michelle Visage, Alan Carr and Graham Norton for one week only.However, it seems BBC viewers were distracted by Mel's beauty during the debut episode - after she wowed in a skimpy black crop top.The songstress donned a tight, shoulder-less top that featured a choker-style neck tie.Fans on Twitter went into meltdown, with many rushing to flatter Mel during the episode.One fan wrote: "mel c looks so hot"A second said: "Mel C looks amazing on #DragRaceUK"A third commented: "Mel C hasn't aged a day"A fourth gushed: "Mel C is 48.

Mel C is best known for her part in The Spice Girls where she was specifically known as Sporty Spice but since then she's managed to create her own successful solo career.The singer first found fame in the girl band back in 1994 and has been a fan favourite ever since.The 47 year old began her solo career in 1998 when she released her first single with Bryan Adams but has since reunited with the other Spice Girls.Mel has had an interesting personal life during this time, welcoming her daughter Scarlet in 2009 which she admitted to be a turning point in her life.As Mel becomes the first guest judge on RuPaul's Drag RaceUK vs The World, Daily Star look back at some of her most memorable moments include saving her brother's life, opening up about her sexuality and dating Robbie Williams.During a family holiday to Mauritius back in 2004, Mel realised something with her brother Paul O'Neill wasn't quite right and decided to question him further.She noticed Paul wasn't his usual loud, bubbly self so knew something had to be wrong.The singer managed to save her brother from a coma as his symptoms of extreme thirst and constantly needing the toilet ended up being type 1 diabetes.Mel noticed the similar symptoms when one of the Spice Girls' office staff was diagnosed with the disease not long before but hoped this wasn't what Paul had as well.At the time Paul was a successful race car driver and being diagnosed with diabetes meant that he had to surrender his racing licence until he could show six months of stable blood sugar levels.Paul had to spend a whole week in hospital to learn how to manage the condition.He went on to race for three more years after the diagnoses and then swapped this for a coaching and television

Another week, another round-up of Manchester concert tickets. And it’s a real treat, as there’s a bunch of exciting Manchester shows and a festival up for grabs.