Mississippi assistant principal is fired for reading kids book with the word ‘butt’ in title to second-graders

Will Smith's resignation has been accepted by the Academy as the governing body moves forward with disciplinary matters concerning the incident at the 2022 Oscars.The King Richard star, 53, issued a statement to the US media outlet with his decision to step down as a member of the Academy after he'd slapped Chris Rock last Sunday.An angry Will stormed the stage after the comedian had made a ill-mannered joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith.Chris joked that he looked forward to seeing Jada in "GI Jane 2" because she now boasted a shaved head but is an alopecia sufferer.It is claimed that Chris was unaware that Jada suffered from the condition.Masses of outraged fans and online users have called on the Academy to take action against Will, with the investigation surrounding the altercation still on-going.Ahead of any disciplinary action, Will instead issued a statement of resignation, he said: "I betrayed the trust of the Academy."I deprived other nominees and winners of their opportunity to celebrate and be celebrated for their extraordinary work.

Mikel Arteta opted to give new signing Aaron Ramsdale a chance between the sticks.The former Sheffield United star impressed and Leno - who is contracted at Arsenal until 2023 - has been left out in the cold.Arsenal are now ready to let him leave at the end of the season and it's understood any sensible offers between five and £10 million will be considered.Leno is one of several experienced goalkeepers Newcastle boss Eddie Howe is looking at - including Chelsea flop Kepa Arrizabalaga.However, the German international fancies a return to his homeland and former club Bayer Leverkusen are also sniffing around.Should Newcastle try to sign Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea? Let us know in the comments section.Leno's top priority is first-team football after nearly a whole season sitting on the sidelines.

Matt Doherty has revealed how Jose Mourinho almost drove him out of Tottenham.This time last year the Republic of Ireland defender was left to stew all alone on the team bus at Aston Villa after being axed by the Portuguese coach.So disillusioned with the situation, Doherty admits he seriously considered jumping in his car and heading off for international duty rather than stay to watch the clash in an empty ground.The Spurs wing-back, 30, declared: “We’d played Arsenal, lost 2-1 and I didn’t have a good game. Then we played Villa away.‘There were nine subs last season and 21 of us travelled - and that was the time when the manager left people out and brought some kids on the bench.

The Recording Academy is partnering with Global Citizen and the global “Stand Up For Ukraine” campaign on a special segment at Sunday’s Grammy Awards, intended to raise awareness of the situation in the country, following Russia’s invasion.

Quite a few celebs have confirmed that they will be skipping the 2022 Grammy Awards.

Bill Maher weighed in on the Oscars slap, sharing his view of Will Smith’s open-handed smack across the face of Chris Rock due to an unfortunate “G.I. Jane” joke about Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, who suffers from alopecia.

Love Island and Dancing On Ice beauty Liberty Poole has taken to Instagram to tease fans with a stunning nude illusion swimsuit while relaxing in a hot tub.Looking incredible while chilling in the steamy hot tub, Liberty penned: "Golden hour in the hot tub."Fans of the blonde beauty were quick to comment on the sizzling snap, with one penned: "OH LIBERTY WOW," and another added: "Absolutely stunning."Liberty is currently enjoying some downtime in Wales with some of her pals, and in the snap she could be seen posing up a storm in a bubbly hot tub. Looking into the distance with her hand on her slicked back hair, the golden sunshine shone on Liberty's face and illuminated her in the snap.

Ryan Reynolds seems to follow his pal Hugh Jackman wherever he goes.

Although Sam Heughan did not land the role of Superman in the 2006 film “Superman Returns”, the actor’s audition for the role happened to change his life.

J. Kim Murphy Broadway’s production of “Macbeth” has canceled its Saturday matinee and evening preview performances as a response to star Daniel Craig testing positive for COVID-19.The suspension of performances was announced through the production’s official Twitter on Saturday morning, along with confirmation that tickets sold for the two cancelled showtimes would be refunded.“Today’s matinee and evening performance of ‘Macbeth’ are cancelled due to Daniel Craig just testing positive for COVID this afternoon,” reads the production’s official notice.

Speaking out. After Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the 94th annual Academy Awards, Denzel Washington and other Hollywood friends were quick to console the King Richard star.

World Cup joy as Qatar will allow bars to serve beer in public. The Middle Eastern country is normally alcohol-free but will be relaxing its rules for the 2022 World Cup. Thousands of fans who will make the journey to the Gulf state will be able to enjoy a pint at one-off beach bars that will be set up, the Daily Mirror reports.

Camila Cabello took to the beach in Miami on Saturday to catch some rays in a skimpy two-piece swimsuit.The Havana singer, 25, showed off her stellar figure in a yellow bikini with black tiger-like stripes.Her beach getaway comes shortly after her ex-boyfriend Shawn Mendes, 23, released a new song about their breakup. Beach babe: Camila Cabello took to the beach in Miami on Saturday to catch some sun rays in a skimpy two-piece swimsuit.The Havana singer, 25, showed off her figure in a yellow bikini with black tiger-like stripesThe musician let it all hang out as she walked through the sand and took a dip in the ocean.She accessorized with a pair of black shades and gold jewelry.

property in time to meet a strict deadline.Danny McCubbin, 58, bought himself the house in Mussomeli, Sicily, where a 'Case 1 Euro' campaign was launched to encourage foreigners to the area. The Aussie, who had been living in the UK for 17 years, decided to jump at the chance to own an overseas home and even urged others to do the same.However, there was a catch.

Manchester United captain Gary Neville was taunted by Sky Sports’ Jeff Stelling, following the former right-back's recent suggestion Mikel Arteta should consider leaving Arsenal. Neville insinuated the Gunners’ boss should consider his next job if he manages to qualify for Champions League football.

Mohamed Salah is understood to be close to signing a new contract with Liverpool after having a change of heart over his future.The Egyptian winger had been at risk of leaving Liverpool with his current deal set to expire at the end of next season and negotiations over a new contract proving complicated.However, The Mirror now report that Salah is close to agreeing terms on a new deal that will keep him at Anfield for the rest of his playing career.

Manchester United supporter from the stands after a verbal exchange with Darren Fletcher.During United’s 1-1 draw with Leicester, the Manchester Evening News reports that a supporter wearing a hoody in the south stand fired shots at those in the dugout, with technical director and former player Fletcher 'venting back' at the individual. Consequently, the fan was removed from the stands and taken away by stewards, with a round of applause following him out by some of the home fans.

West End show Cock which he was starring in alongside Bridgerton actor Jonathan Bailey.The actor's exit from the play was announced in a statement made by the show's official Twitter account, which said the star, 32, had left the show for "personal reasons".The Rocketman actor had previously fainted on stage during the opening night of the play and was replaced by his understudy after contracting Covid.In view of their 1,400 followers, the show made the announcement confirming Taron's exit.It read: "Joel Harper-Jackson will take over the role of M in Mike Bartlett's razor sharp, hilarious play Cock until the end of the run."The part was originally played in this production by Taron Egerton, who has had to withdraw from the production due to personal reasons."Joel understudied the role and has been playing the part of M for the past ten days while Taron was absent from the production having tested positive for Covid," it added.The show's director Marianne Elliott branded Joel an "absolute hero" and a "gifted actor", adding that audiences have been "cheering" for him.Meanwhile, the show's star, Bridgerton actor Jonathan, called him an "immense talent", saying that he is "proud" to appear on stage with him.Express.co.uk has contacted Taron's representatives for comment.The play follows John (Jonathan) who falls in love with a woman (Jade Anouka) after going on a break from his long-term boyfriend (Taron).The announcement comes after Taron fainted on stage during the first run of the play.Following the concerning incident, a statement read: "During this evening's first preview of Mike Bartlett's play 'Cock' at the Ambassadors Theatre, Taron Egerton fainted towards the end of the performance."A doctor who was in the audience

Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth have a new bundle of joy!

Walter Coblenz, the Oscar- and Emmy-nominated producer behind All the President’s Men and nearly two dozen other titles, died on March 16, aged 93. A cause of death has not been disclosed.

Mississippi has been fired after reading the children’s book I Need a New Butt to a group of second-graders. Assistant Principal Toby Price was fired after reading a book to children with the title ‘I Need A New Butt'Toby Price told local media that he was laid off from Gary Road Elementary School in Byram, south of Jackson, without warning after reading the Dawn McMillan book to students aged seven and eight, WJTV reported. In a Facebook post on 7 March, Mr Price confirmed that he had been let go “for reading an awesome book to kids”.