Mum re-organises 'dumping ground' room into peaceful nursery using IKEA storage

When Claude Taylor started his Room Rater account on Twitter (@ratemyskyperoom) in April, it was to continue the jokes he and his girlfriend were making with each other about cable news talking heads' bleak film-from-home setups. Four months and nearly 300,000 followers later, he's established a hard 10-point scale with points for room depth, art, flowers, lighting and camera angle — "You can't get above a seven if you're shooting from the ground" — and has expanded his initially political figure-focused lens to include stars like Ryan Reynolds, Jeff Bridges, Tyra Banks, David Lynch, Thandie Newton and Colin Jost — and their rooms, of course.

filed a trademark application under the name ‘Sorry, I’m Booked’ on August 6, with goods such as knives, forks, spoons, bowls and even hot sauce all listed.As well as homeware, the trademark mentions a whole host of physical and digital media, spanning over different genres including the culinary arts, science fiction and horror.Rihanna is also said to be hoping to release her first cookbook with the new trademark, sharing her own Caribbean-inspired recipes.A source told The Sun’s Bizarre column: ‘Rihanna’s always been a fan of good food and during lockdown she worked up plans for bringing out her own book. It will include some of her favourite Caribbean recipes.‘The dream would be to bring out her own range of kitchenware too.

Antiques Roadshow expert. The woman explained to art expert Philip Mould that she was only allowed to keep the painting "as long as it wasn't valued at too much".The painting, which she believed was drawn by famous court painter Sir Godfrey Kneller, was purchased by her grandparents and she picked it when they passed away in 2009.

Mackenzie Nichols Staff WriterAs artists and creatives find themselves out of work due to the pandemic, the Sundance Institute has initiated a plan to help those in marginalized communities that are disproportionally affected by coronavirus-related shutdown.The Sundance Institute announced on Thursday the organizations that have been selected as part of their $1 million Sundance Institute Respond and Reimagine Plan, which redistributes funds to support artists who need urgent assistance, as well as organizations around the world who are working to support artists in marginalized communities.Among the many organizations selected include Ambulante, a non-profit organization promoting documentary cinema in Mexico; The Black TV & Film

Selena Gomez might need a little more practice. The actress' HBO Max cooking show,, debuts on Thursday, and only ET has an exclusive sneak peek at Gomez's attempt to make ramen with Chef Candice Kumai over video chat. Though ramen may not seem like too complicated of a recipe, Gomez adorably has a little trouble following Kumai's instructions.

Romeo Beckham has appeared to show off his very first tattoo while on a Greek getaway.

She landed at the center of controversy after her past racist actions came to light, resulting in her firing from Vanderpump Rules.But now Kristen Doute is attempting to repair her tattered image.The reality star, 37, introduced the new Peaceful Protest collection to her James Mae fashion line, with a 25% of proceeds benefiting the Black Fashion World and Watts Empowerment Center.

DIY project. Michelle Wright, 36, allowed one of her daughters free rein of a bedroom wall.And the holistic therapist, from Glasgow, was very impressed with what her teenager came up with.

limit freedom of expression.The comedy legend has joined more than 20 prominent cultural figures in signing a letter which calls on Holyrood ministers to make significant changes to the new legislation.Artists who have previously backed independence are also among those to sign, including crime writer Val McDermid, actress Elaine C Smith, and playwright Alan Bissett.Justice secretary Humza Yousaf has said the Hate Crime bill would strike the right balance between respecting freedom of speech and tackling hate speech.But opposition parties have raised concerns about the proposals, particularly with regard to elements of the new law aimed at preventing "stirring up hatred".Last month the Scottish Police Federation said the new hate crime law

DIY fan incorporated pink vinyl to her units and worktops.

Slipknot appears to have accidentally confirmed the identity of its newest member, Tortilla Man.The masked metallers found a replacement percussionist last year following their far from amicable split with former member Chris Fehn.

some even venture into the orgy tent.Each year, Burning Man is given a different theme – from I Robot to Carnival of Mirrors and Da Vinci’s Workshop.But in 2020, the event will look like it never has before due to the coronavirus pandemic.As Burning Man has been cancelled, a different kind of event has launched in its place.Organisers have set up a virtual event instead, which will involve live-streaming dance and art shows.Participants can also sign up to classes, including yoga and other artsy disciplines.Burning Man has also launched a website called Kindling, which allows viewers to explore different “multiverses”.The website explains: “Multiverse is a full-scale, virtual interactive Black Rock City that includes the deep playa.”It

Eighteen roles saved as arts body receives nearly £750,000 in government fundingOn his return to Ninewells, Grant’s condition steadily improved and, after almost three months of ICU treatment, he was moved into a respiratory ward in June.Grant had been the last remaining patient to be discharged from the ICU in the NHS Tayside region.Whilst on the respiratory ward, Grant underwent daily rehabilitation, guided by staff from physiotherapy and occupational therapy.

blog post from the company. Ahead of the incredible value service arriving on your mobile devices in a month's time, Xbox has announced the next group of games that'll be arriving on Xbox Games Pass this month.These games include Darksiders: Genesis, It Lurks Below, Final Fantasy VII HD and more besides.And yes – that means that once all these games arrive on Xbox Games Pass, you'll be able to play them on your mobile device in September....

Will Thorne Staff WriterIssa Rae has found her latest project at HBO.The “Insecure” creator and star is set to executive produce a two-part documentary called “Seen & Heard” on the history of Black television from the perspective of those who wrote, produced, created and starred in series of the past and present. “Who Killed Malcolm X?’ helmer Phil Bertelsen is on board to direct the doc which will feature interviews with actors, showrunners, writers, and celebrities sharing their experiences of watching African Americans represented on TV and succeeding in their own creative endeavors.

Ryan Reynolds apologized for his 2012 wedding with Blake Lively at Boone Hall, a former slave plantation, in South Carolina. "It's something we'll always be deeply and unreservedly sorry for," Reynolds, 43, told Fast Company in a recent interview. "It's impossible to reconcile.” Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively attend the New York premiere of "A Simple Favor" at Museum of Modern Art  (Steven Ferdman/Getty Images) The “Deadpool” actor then explained his and Lively’s decision to have an antebellum wedding.

[HANNAH: I took pictures for blackmail purposes.]Any objections were countered with: ‘Pictures last forever online, darling. It’ll wash off.’ It didn’t wash off.If Betts had her way, I would be suspended in perpetual youthfulness, never a day older than the night we met.

A creative gran has used her time in lockdown to transform a tiny room she used to store her shoes into a Disney princess-themed paradise for her only grandchild.

MTV Video Music Awards is very much the game of Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande, after they scooped nine nominations overnight – and seemed pretty pleased with the result.The singing superstars have shared their reaction to the brilliant news, saying they are ‘so grateful’ for their haul ahead of the annual music celebration.Their (rather epic, if we do say so ourselves) collaboration, Rain On Me, which was released back in May along with Gaga’s Chromatica album, scored nominations in seven categories.We’re talking video of the year, song of the year, best collaboration, best pop, best cinematography, best visual effects, and best choreography.Chromatica isn’t in the cold when it comes to a nod, though, with Gaga up for artist of the year as

again) with bated breath to see your fave celebs ascend the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, but let's be real...you're only waiting for . The moment comes, Rih arrives, and the rest of the evening is a total fever dream because she shows up looking like THIS:Remember how amazing that moment in pop culture and fashion history was? Yes? Cool-cool-cool, because I'm about to blow your freakin' mind.

Kendall Jenner has a keen eye for art and home decor. The supermodel, 24, takes Architectural Digest inside her $8.5 Million LA mansion in the magazine’s September issue — in which she also covers. Kendall, who admits she spent a year renovating her humble abode, wanted a “peaceful” and “calm vibe” when designing the inside. So, who better to call than Kanye West.