Newt Gingrich: Let’s get ready to celebrate 1776 in 2026 — 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence

Express.co.uk, Peaky Blinders actress Natasha O’Keeffe, 35, revealed some inspiring memories of filming with her late co-star, Helen McCrory, who played the Shelby family matriarch Aunt Polly, in a tribute to her.Natasha, who plays Lizzie Shelby in the hit show, spoke to Express.co.uk at the red carpet premiere of the sixth season of Peaky Blinders in Birmingham.The BBC star plays Elizabeth ‘Lizzie’ Shelby, the second wife of Tommy Shelby (played by Cillian Murphy).The 35-year-old praised Helen, who died of breast cancer in April last year at the age of 52, for always being “very modest about her abilities” and added that Helen “never realised how much she was giving you.“As a younger actor, on set with her, I was learning so, so much.”Natasha added: “The ‘tea leaves’ scene in season four always comes to mind, because it just felt like these two ladies [who] know each other…“It’s about Lizzie being pregnant with Tommy’s child, so I think that’s one of the scenes that really spring to mind [between] Lizzie and Polly.”In the scene, Aunt Polly reads Lizzie’s tea leaves to predict her fortune and tells Lizzie she is pregnant.Aunt Polly’s prediction would prove to be true when Lizzie later gives birth to daughter, Ruby Shelby, later in the series.Natasha, who has recently spoken about her spiritual connection with the late Helen McCrory, added that the character of Polly Gray was a “wise woman”.In an interview with Radio Times, she explained: “Sometimes I would find myself talking to her.”“It wasn’t a conscious decision, more like an instinct.“I felt the need to connect with her in some way and so I’d ask for strength or encouragement between takes.”She added: “I also listened to Nina Simone in my trailer because I know Helen

“For many of you, I know that returning to the office represents a long-awaited milestone and a positive sign that we can engage more fully with the colleagues who play such an important role in our lives,” Cook said in a memo. “For others, it may also be an unsettling change.”

The Batman proved to be this weekend's highest-earning feature, as it earned a staggering $128.5million opening at the domestic box office.The news about the Robert Pattinson-starring feature was reported by The Hollywood Reporter, who also noted that the movie's nearly three-hour-long runtime did not put off viewers.It's also the only second pandemic-era movie to cross the $100million mark in a single weekend, a feat first achieved by Spider-Man: No Way Home, which launched last December to a historic $260 million. Raking it in:The Batman proved to be this weekend's highest-earning feature, as it earned a staggering $128.5million opening at the domestic box officeThe Batman is centered on the titular superhero and follows him attempting to take on corruption in Gotham City while taking on The Riddler.In addition to the star, the flick features the talents of performers such as Zoe Kravitz, Paul Dano and Colin Farrell, among others.

Ireland Baldwin shared a candid post from her bathroom floor after suffering from an anxiety attack.The 26-year-old model, who has been open about her struggles with anxiety, uploaded two photos in which she was seen sitting on the floor of her bathroom and revealed that her attack had been triggered by drinking coffee.'It’s ✨anxiety attack time✨,' Ireland wrote in the caption of her post on Sunday. Struggling:Ireland Baldwin shared a candid post from her bathroom floor after suffering from an anxiety attackShe continued, 'This morning I had one cup of coffee on an empty stomach which turned into an anxiety attack! 'I am currently writing this from the bathroom floor.

There’s no better gift than a new pet! Whether searching for the perfect birthday or holiday present, many stars often turn to a four-legged companion to surprise their loved ones.

Barn Boxing Club have hailed medal winner Fred Hannaway after his win at the Scottish Novice Championship.

A Paisley man who admitted racially abusing a shopkeeper and then being found in possession of a knife on two separate occasions has been jailed for over a year but will only remain behind bars for a matter of days.

Celebrated chef Gary Usher has revealed the location of his first ever gastropub - but the announcement soon became embroiled in a debate about whether dogs should be welcomed inside pubs or not.

Charlotte Dawson was quick to hush trolls as she shared a video of her one-year-old son Noah leaning in for his dad's pint. The model and reality star posted a clip of adorable Noah held by his dad Matt Sarsfield in a bar.

Clive Myrie, 57, has successfully left Ukraine after being stationed there to report on Russia’s invasion. Clive revealed on Sunday that he had crossed the border into Moldova before driving across the country to reach Romania.He documented his journey on Twitter first with a snap of his BBC colleague, Ian Jonas.

Kimberly Wyatt is currently wowing us with her skating on ITV’s Dancing on Ice alongside her professional partner Mark Hanretty.But before she laced up her skates, the happily married mother-of-three shot to fame as a member of red-hot girl group the Pussycat Dolls.The raunchy burlesque-style of the pop group sent shockwaves through the music world as Kimberly and her five bandmates, Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts, Jessica Sutta and Carmit Bacha, were regularly seen performing in sexy, revealing outfits and making headlines for their racy dance moves.The group went on to sell 55 million records worldwide, making them one of the best-selling girl groups of all time.Let’s take a look back at some of Kimberly’s sexiest moments…Ten years after the Pussycat Dolls split, super fans waited with anticipated for a possible comeback.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterRobert Pattinson’s “The Batman” towered over international box office charts, collecting $120 million from 74 overseas markets.After debuting to $128.5 million in North America, the Warner Bros. comic book adventure has generated $248.5 million globally to date.

Lindsay Lohan shared an update on her wedding plans. The actress, who celebrated her engagement four months ago, is in the midst of wedding planning, with a source confirming that the couple isn’t in a rush to get married.Lindsay Lohan signs a multiple film deal with NetflixLindsay Lohan joins TikTok, shocks us with how she pronounces her nameA post shared by Lindsay Lohan (@lindsaylohan)A source spoke to US Weekly and said that the couple is enjoying the planning process and that they’re trying to have an event that will suit their history with the place they live in now. “The talk is [there’ll] be two weddings — one overseas and one in the States, maybe someplace in between Dubai and the U.S.

Susanna Reid has shared that her three children, Jack, 16, Finn, 17, and Sam, 19, don't watch her on Good Morning Britain.The 51 year old TV star shares her children with ex Dominic Cotton, and they're reportedly impressed when they see mum on social media. Susanna opened up, saying: "[Men fancying me] that would go over their heads and certainly would not be a conversation that I would initiate with them." She continued to tell The Sun they "don't watch [her]" on TV, adding: "It would be really weird.

After its world premiere at Cannes last July, Iranian Panah Panahi‘s “Hit The Road” quickly became one of the must-see films from the festival. No doubt part of that is due to Panahi’s father, Jafar Panahi, one of the touchstone filmmakers of the Iranian New Wave.

The Film Independent Spirit Awards are set to take place Sunday at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT at the Baker Hanger in Santa Monica. The annual shindig honoring the best in indie film will air live on IFC and stream for subscribers on AMC+.

Rocketman and Kingsman star Taron Egerton was unable to finish his Saturday night performance of the new play, Cock, collapsing in the middle of its first show at the Ambassadors Theatre in London..

I'M A Celeb's Giovanna and Tom Fletcher were all smiles as the spent the weekend in Paris with their kids to celebrate Disney's 30th anniversary. The Podcaster and the McFly star took their three sons three boys; Buzz, seven, Buddy, six, and Max, three, to be the first to experience this new era of Disneyland Paris - with new decors, costumes and shows all launching at the world-class resort from today.

PIERS Morgan fought back tears over his close friend Shane Warne's death while watching an emotional TV tribute. Remembering Shane Warne - a repeat documentary in honour of the cricketing legend - is being aired on Sky.

Republicans continue to hammer Georgia Democratic Senate candidate Rev. Raphael Warnock over what they believe are “anti-military” stances in his past sermons as the race continues to heat up for the Jan.

Sen. Kelly Loeffler has asserted that Raphael Warnock is “the most radically liberal candidate we have seen in this country for Senate.”  Is that just a political charge in a heated campaign, or is Warnock more radical than liberal?   Here is his record. You decide.  Betsy McCaughey, for the New York Post reported on Dec.