Netflix joins Russia boycott as streaming platform suspends services in the country

Susanna Reid appeared lost for words after having to share the heartbreaking news a mother and her unborn child were killed after a maternity hospital was targeted in Ukraine.

Jessica Kiang Boldly going where few first-time (or however–many-time) directors dare, actor-turned-filmmaker Mo McRae (“Sons of Anarchy,” “The First Purge”) fashions a high-wire juggling act of a debut, in which half the breathless, uneasy entertainment value comes from wondering when it will all come tumbling down. That it eventually does, therefore — in a final act that overworks some unnecessarily soapy twists — feels slightly inevitable.

A pregnant woman and her baby have died after Russian armed forces bombed a maternity hospital in Ukraine, medics have said.

Drivers are being warned about a common tyre mistake that could risk up to £10,000 in fines.

Connor Ronan refused to shut the door on returning to St Mirren next season.

McDonald's restaurant before the American retailer shuts its business in Russia. The scene comes after the fast food giant said they will pull out their business in Russia and close its 850 stores due to the horrifying invasion of Ukraine.

Netflix show Bridgerton.The 24-year-old, known for her role as Olivia Hanan in Sex Education, has been cast as female lead Kate Sharma and will star opposite season one's Jonathan Bailey.Speaking about her character in season two, Simone told Daily Star: “They’ve created such a wonderful storyline for her [Kate].”She continued: “It was wonderful, the cast and crew were amazing.”The highly anticipated second season will chronicle the pursuit of a suitable marriage for the eldest Bridgerton sibling, Anthony.Based on Julia Quinn’s romance novels, the second season follows the second book, The Viscount Who Loved Me.While fans are gearing up for season two, season one of the regency-era romance was binge-watched by millions and became the most watched Netflix series at the time of its premiere.Season one centred around the complicated romance between Daphne Bridgerton, portrayed by Phoebe Dynevor, and the Duke of Hastings, Simon Basset, played by Regé-Jean Page.While Daphne is set to make her return in season two, the Duke of Hastings will be noticeably absent, with Bailey and Ashley taking centre stage this time around.There’s no doubt their relationship will come with its fair share of drama, with the smart and headstrong Kate giving Anthony a run for his money.Season two will see the return of many familiar faces, with Nichola Coughlan reprising her role as Penelope Featherington and Golda Rosheuvel returning as Queen Charlotte.There will also be a few new faces, with Charithra Chandran stepping into the role of Edwina Sharma, Kate’s sister.Regarding Sex Education, which has been renewed for a fourth season, the Bridgerton star explained that she has moved on from her role as Olivia but would still “love to know what’s

A Thornhill-based landmine clearing charity has spoken of its concern for aid workers based in Ukraine.

air fryer, the latest kitchen trend, is to the 2020s what the microwave was to the 1970s, or the bullet blender to the 2010s. These wonders promise to ‘fry’ your food – without the fat. ‘Air-fried foods have the traditional crunch and classic texture of perfectly fried foods but you can enjoy them without the guilt,’ gushes one recipe book. It’s a seductive thought...In fact, air fryers aren’t new.

Good Morning Britain fans were unsure about the new studio layout as hosts Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley failed to appear behind a desk. ITV viewers demanded to know why producers had opted for Susanna, 51, and Richard, 65, to be perched on bar stools as opposed to being seated in their usual position.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefTwo feature films from Ukraine will this month be given special screenings in Tokyo, Japan, as part of a fund- and awareness-raising initiative about Russia’s war in Europe.Both films “Atlantis” and “Reflection” were made by director Valentyn Vasyarovych. They played at the Venice film festival but have not been licensed to Japan or released commercially there.However, under the banner of the Ukrainian Filmmaker Support Screening Association, former Tokyo International Film Festival programmer Yatabe Yoshi, has arranged special permission for the benefit screenings to go ahead.

Lydia Hampson, the Fleabag exec and former Amazon Studios Head of UK Scripted, has joined Chernobyl indie Sister and struck a first-look deal with her former employer.

Elon Musk has offered to step in to save him.Mark Vande Hei is current on the Russian-built International Space Station, and is due to return home at the end of this month.But his mother Mary has now told how she was reduced to tears after Russian space agency head Dmitry Rogozin said that Mr Vande Hei faces a real possibility of being left out there. Roscomos head Mr Rogozin, speaking about most sanctions against Russia after its invasion into Ukraine, said: “Do you want to destroy our co-operation on the ISS? “If you block co-operation with us, who will save the ISS from an uncontrolled de-orbit and fall into the United States or Europe?”And 77-year-old Mary told the Mail on Sunday: “It’s a terrible threat.

Ukraine hospital shelled by Vladimir Putin's Russia.

A young boy donated all of his "savings" to support families in Ukraine.

The Rolling Stones have announced details of a 60th anniversary tour hitting the UK and Europe this summer. See full dates below, and tickets will be available here.Having been teasing fans for the past week, the rock legends will be heading out on the road to mark six decades as a band for the ‘SIXTY’ tour – with a new show and live production starting in Madrid on June 1 before heading to Munich, Liverpool, Amsterdam, Bern, Milan, London, Brussels, Vienna, Lyon, Paris, Gelsenkirchen and Stockholm.Following on from their acclaimed USA ‘No Filter’ tour, ‘SIXTY’ will see Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood make their long-awaited return to the UK, performing at the home of Liverpool FC – Anfield, for the Stones’ first in Liverpool show for over 50 years, followed by two shows in London’s Hyde Park for British Summer Time Festival.

A dangerous and violent rapist who subjected his victim to years of abuse, leaving her suffering from seizures and nightmares.

An alarming increase in burglaries in Los Angeles County has put authorities on high alert — and positioned Hollywood's rich and famous at risk of falling victim to the city's emboldened criminals. Over the last six months, reality stars Dorit Kemsley and Christine Quinn were among a number of celebrities whose homes have been ransacked by intruders, most of them armed.

He made his name as Walford hardman Grant Mitchell and he’s gone on to face danger away from the East End, with a new career making documentaries in war zones and prison. But we’re hoping it’s not going to get menacing for any contestants stumped for an answer this week, as Ross Kemp makes a new move and leaves acting and film-making behind to host his very first quiz show, Bridge Of Lies, which airs during weekdays on BBC1. We caught up with Ross to hear more about what prompted him to hang up his flak jacket for a while and turn question master… Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox withOK!'s daily newsletter .

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefAsian sports streaming platform SPOTV has launched in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and The Philippines. The move was announced on the first day of the virtual FilMart rights market.The service is available as a subscription-based app that includes linear channels and on demand event coverage. The sports it covers include MotoGP World Championships and World Superbike Championships; World Badminton Federation Tour; the Korean Baseball League; V.League Japan and Formula E motor racing.

Bridgerton’s Simone Ashley, 26, has opened up about how some of the costumes she wore as part of the show caused her “pain”.She also spoke about being cast in the Netflix show and why representation is important to her.Simone Ashley will play Anthony Bridgerton’s love interest in the hit show.Speaking to Glamour magazine, Simone revealed that wearing a corset on-set every day left her with injuries.The actress, who plays Kate Sharma in season two of the popular Netflix period drama, said: “I realised when you wear the corset, you just don’t eat. It changes your body.”Simone added: “I had a smaller waist very momentarily.“Then the minute you stop wearing it, you’re just back to how your body is.“I had a lot of pain with the corset, too, I think I tore my shoulder at one point!”The Bridgerton actress, who has also played Olivia in the series, Sex Education, alongside Gillian Anderson and Asa Butterfield, also spoke about never imagining she would star in a popular period drama.She explained: “I didn’t really watch period dramas much because I felt like I couldn’t relate to them, maybe because I couldn’t see myself within one, and then Bridgerton came along.”Bridgerton is a romantic and scandalous show about Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor), the eldest daughter of the powerful Bridgerton family as she tries to find true love.The Sex Education star encouraged women to be more assertive, despite how they may be labelled because of it.She said: “Don’t be afraid to be difficult.