NATO warships arrive in Dundee as Ukraine war intensifies

Belle And Sebastian have released new single ‘If They’re Shooting At You’ in support of those affected by the war in Ukraine.The band will donate all income from sales and streams of the song to the Red Cross. Money raised through sales on Bandcamp up to 18 Mar will also be matched by the UK government as part of the joint appeal with the Disasters Emergency Committee.“When the situation in Ukraine first started to happen it became clear that the lives of the people there, and probably ‘ours’ too, were never going to be the same”, says the band’s Stuart Murdoch.

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Oksana Platero, who was born and lived in Ukraine, has revealed her grandparents have found safety after fleeing the country following a near-miss with a devastating bomb. During an emotional appearance on ITV’s Good Morning Britain, the 33 year old dancer explained the torment she’s enduring as she’s separated from her loved ones and is forced to watch from afar as she lives in Florida, America.

GSC Game World has renamed its upcoming game to Stalker 2: Heart Of Chornobyl, and has also announced it will be cancelling physical pre-orders sold to fans in Russia.The change in title reflects how the area’s name is spelled in Ukrainian, and the new title is visible on Steam – however it’s yet to appear on the game’s Microsoft or Xbox storefront pages.GSC Game World, which is based in Kyiv, has not commented on the change. However, yesterday (March 14) the studio shared a post on Russian social media site VK that outlined its position on sales of Stalker 2 in Russia.The post confirmed that although existing digital pre-orders of Stalker 2 would be honoured, no further pre-orders from Russia would be accepted.Furthermore, all physical sales have been cancelled, even for those who have already paid.

Rangers have announced they will donate £72,000 to support people affected by the war in Ukraine.

The body of a Russian model who criticised Vladimir Putin has been discovered stashed in a suitcase more than a year after she went missing.

The government has officially launched its Homes for Ukraine scheme, which will see families across the UK host Ukrainians who have fled the country.

Vladimir Putin administration amid their invasion of Ukraine. From generals killed in battle to the slow advances of Russian military forces, speculation over just how well the war is going for Putin's forces is debatable.Reports suggest that the Russian President is furious at the series of Russian failures, while The Kremlin has denied reports that they asked China for weapons to help in the war.Invading forces have barely moved after a series of intense airstrikes on Ukrainian cities and a "hit squad" sent to kill Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have failed in their mission.

Massive Attack have announced plans to sell off new artwork to help victims of the Ukraine conflict.The two prints, which you can view below, are both signed by Robert “3D” Del Naja and come with 10 randomly selected hand-finished editions.Both prints are available until March 22 and are priced at £150 plus VAT, with all proceeds going to the Disasters Emergency Committee‘s (DEC) Ukrainian humanitarian appeal.The two pieces can be purchased here.A post shared by Robert Del Naja (@robert3delnaja)A post shared by Robert Del Naja (@robert3delnaja)Del Naja has been vocal about his support for victims of the Ukraine conflict, with the artist recently criticising the government’s response to the growing number of refugees after he posted several photos of the Ukrainian flag on his Instagram page.“DON’T WAVE FLAGS / WAVE VISAS,” he wrote.

Amanda Owen, 47, is known for living on Ravenseat Farm with her husband Clive Owen and their nine children.The shepherdess has taken to Twitter to share an update of life in the farm after previously sad recent updates.Amanda posted a series of four pictures of one of her children with their dog, with a flock of sheep behind.She captioned the post in view of her 192,400 Twitter followers: "Nothing wrong with taking a pause."Work and play for Kate #shepherdess #sheepdog #yorkshire #sunshine #bright."Many social media users took to the post's comments to wish the Owen family well.Xfloral_jessx said: "It's so important to pause for a break. Good Morning to you all."AlmisharySaad added: "Kate deserves that.

Good Morning Britain viewers were quick to spot a change to the programme and instantly thought it may be because of Richard Madeley.

Ukrainian forces has reportedly got the Russian army “on the run” as their supplies will only last them two weeks, according to a senior UK defence source. Vladimir Putin’s troops are only able to continue fighting with full stomachs for around 10-14 days as they look to take the capital Kyiv from Ukraine forces.

BBC Breakfast presenter Sally Nugent's interview came to a halt on Tuesday morning after she was forced to ask her colleague if he was "safe" to report from war-torn Ukraine.Kyiv Correspondent James Waterhouse was providing viewers with an update on the current humanitarian crisis in Ukraine following the Russian invasion.Appearing via video link, James continued to describe the horrifying details of what has been taking place in Ukraine's capital overnight.But as the reporter spoke, loud sirens could be heard in the background, leaving Sally concerned for his welfare.Speaking from the studio in Manchester, Sally said: "James before I ask you the next question, are you okay to stay."Obviously, there are sirens going off, are you safe to stay."Nodding along, James confirmed that he was.Seeing the tension on screen, one viewer penned: "Waterhouse is doing such a good job in Kyiv, I hope he is being paid well!!"You can tell he's anxious by the way he plays with his ring as he talks #BBCnews #BBCBreakfast #Ukraine #UkraineRussianWar," the social media user added.Speaking openly about the recent attack in Mostyts’kyymasyv, north-west Kyiv, Sally asked James whether it was a pattern. James said: "We talk about cities falling under seige where Russian troops are in the face of this Ukarainan agression are pulling back surrounding cities, cutting off supplies and trying to bombard them into submission.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefThe shares of China’s largest entertainment and tech companies plunged for a second day on Tuesday as Russia’s war in Ukraine, regulatory warnings and China’s slowing economy all combined to signal tougher times ahead.Alibaba shares crashed 11.7% to reach an all-time low of HK$71.2 in Hong Kong, where they have a secondary listing. Tencent shares plunged by 10.2% to HK$298, their lowest in several years. Both companies have in the past held the title of China’s largest enterprise and are major components of the Hang Seng Index of leading equities.The Hang Seng Index fell by more than 1,000 points and by nearly 6% on Tuesday to close at 18,415.

Susanna Reid grilled former health secretary Matt Hancock on Good Morning Britain as he prepares to welcome Ukrainian refugees into his family home.On Tuesday (March 15), the brunette broadcaster, 51, and her co-host Richard Madeley welcomed the disgraced MP onto the show to discuss the new rehoming scheme for Ukrainians fleeing the country. As the trio discussed the new Homes for Ukraine programme – which has seen more than 45,000 Britons offer up their homes – the broadcaster couldn’t help but ask how many people he will be accepting into his family home.

Matt Hancock has been accused of using the UK's refugee scheme to improve his personal image by taking in a Ukrainian family.

World War 3 breaking out, after a Russian drone was shown down over NATO territory in Poland. The drone was previously spotted in Ukraine, over the city of Yavoriv, but then ventured into Poland which is a breach of international law.

Sandra Bullock described how she stayed focused while filming with an almost nude Channing Tatum on Monday's episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.The 57-year-old actress, wearing a black crop bra top under a pink blazer with pink yellow, and black pants, described how in her new movie The Lost City she was in front of his crotch but tried instead to divert her eyes and focus on his thigh.Sandra plays a shut-in author who gets kidnapped and has a scene where she has to help Channing, 41, who plays a romance novel cover model, peel leeches off his body. New movie:Sandra Bullock described how she stayed focused while filming with an almost nude Channing Tatum on Monday's episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'He's full on Fabio,' said Sandra.'He's more than that he's full on Monty,' said Stephen, 57.

The Subways, Andy Bell and more.‘A Night For Ukraine’ will take place at the west London venue next Friday (March 25), with 100 per cent of profits going towards the Disasters Emergency Committee‘s (DEC) Ukraine Humanitarian Fund.Bell (Ride, Oasis) will take to the stage alongside Subways frontman Billy Lunn, Sleeper (acoustic), Get Cape. Wear Cape.

Three former British special forces soldiers are feared to have been killed in a Russian airstrike in Ukraine, the Mirror reports.

Kate Middleton has been hailed the 'real people's princess' by royal fans after she sported some of Princess Diana's jewellery at the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey this week.Not only did she make a touching gesture to her late mother-in-law, the Duchess of Cambridge also appeared to show solidarity with Ukraine by donning the blue of the country's flag.Kate looked extremely regal as she wore a sapphire jewellery set that belonged to Diana.She actually wore the same stunning necklace and earrings back in October 2020 when she and Prince William welcomed Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and his wife at Buckingham Palace.The jewellery was the perfect compliment to the blue Catherine Walker coat dress, blue Rupert Sanderson shoes and matching Lock & Co hat Kate wore to the event on Monday.Royal fans were quick to share their thoughts regarding the outfit on Twitter, with several making the obvious Diana comparisons.One wrote: "Catherine is the real people’s princess & the true future to our monarchy."A second said: "Kate she is a gem, reminds me of Diana and I’m old enough to remember her properly."Another said: "The Duchess of Cambridge looked absolutely stunning, very regal. Lovely of her to show solidarity with Ukraine as well, through her outfit choice #DuchessofCambridge #CatherineisQueen #KateMiddleton.""How lovely to see the Commonwealth service again.

Arcade Fire‘s last-minute Ukraine benefit concert in New Orleans last night (March 14), showing the band performing two unreleased tracks.Taking place at Toulouse Theatre, all proceeds from the “pay-what-you-can” gig will benefit the Plus1 Ukraine relief fund, which is supporting Ukrainian people through non-profits providing humanitarian aid as Russia’s invasion of the country continues.The gig was live-streamed via TikTok and Instagram, and snippets from that recording sees the band performing ‘Lightning I, II’, a song they recently revealed would be released this Thursday (March 17).The band also performed a second unreleased track, ‘Age of Anxiety’. The song borrows elements from ‘Memories of the Age of Anxiety’, a 45-minute instrumental ambient track they released for a meditation app last year.