NHS Lanarkshire staff help in major breakthrough in battle against COVID-19

GB News star Eamonn Holmes was dropped from the ITV This Morning slot he had shared with wife Ruth Langsford for 15 years and replaced with Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary. However, he hasn't been shy about contradicting claims that the decision was down to his popularity dropping.Eamonn also wanted fans to know it hadn't been his decision to walk away.He was compelled to deny rumours that research had suggested he was no longer liked by viewers, after an ITV insider claimed to The Sun: "ITV is always looking at what the viewers want, what the people watching the show want."Put it this way, they wanted change, the viewers didn’t want to watch him anymore.Things have to change, they evolve and for him to say there was no explanation isn’t true."He issued a reply via his representative, who argued: "It is simply not true that research showed that viewers no longer wanted to watch Eamonn Holmes."Research has actually showed Eamonn rated better than others who replaced him on This Morning."His agent, Jonathan Shalit, continued: "I don’t believe a ‘source’ said anything that was official as ITV have always behaved with great respect to InterTalent."The facts are simple.

Blackburn Rovers over the weekend.However, not only was Brereton Diaz injured for the clash, Blackburn's fixture with Millwall was postponed.Storm Eunice wreaked havoc across the British Isles over the weekend, and alongside fence panels and greenhouses, Blackburn's Championship fixture fell victim to the storm.Unfortunately, for the Chilean fan, Brereton Diaz was never in contention for the clash.Brereton Diaz limped off the field on Wednesday as Blackburn fell to a bore 0-0 with West Brom.Brereton Diaz has skyrocketed to Chilean national hero over the past twelve months.The Blackburn striker hit a golden vein of form for the Lancashire side that impressed Chile enough he switched nationalities from English to Chilean, which he can through his mother.Brereton Diaz was then netting goals for the national side at the Copa America as well as staring in a Pepsi advert.His form continued for Blackburn, netting 20 goals in 27 games in Lancashire, and there was even rumours that Barcelona were interested in the striker. Do you think Brereton Diaz will leave Blackburn over the summer? Let us know in the comments section Brereton Diaz sent out a message to the fan on social media.He said: "Hi Jhovan, hope you're okay, I've heard you've flown all the way from Chile for the game on Saturday."Unfortunately, I can't play, but I hope to see you at the game because I'm going to be there watching the game."Hopefully I'll be back soon fit so all the best!"

Loose Women panellist Brenda Edwards has revealed her son Jamal Edwards died after a "sudden illness".The star has said she is "completely devastated" following the sudden death of her son.The TV personality and former X Factor star paid an emotional tribute to the 31-year-old who was the founder of the online urban music platform SB.TV.On Monday morning's Good Morning Britain, presenter Susanna Reid read a statement from Brenda which said: "It is with deepest heartache that I confirm that my beautiful son Jamal Edwards passed away yesterday morning after a sudden illness."Myself, his sister and the rest of his family and friends are completely devastated. He was the centre of our world."The TV personality also went on to thank those who have shared their love and support through her turbulent time.Susanna continued to read: "As we come to terms with the passing we ask for privacy to grieve this unimaginable loss."I would like to thank everyone for their messages of love and support."Jamal was an inspiration to myself and so many.

Phillip Schofield gobsmacked as wife Steph makes rare TV appearance with daughter Molly.Lorraine Kelly decided to help Phillip celebrate 40 years in the industry with a help form his colleagues, friends and former co-stars.She dedicated Monday's episode of her talk show to her ITV colleague and invited plenty of guests to her show to pay tribute to the broadcasting legend.She turned up to his This Morning dressing room unannounced live on air with Phil turning around in his chair with his eyebrows raised. Phillip and his co-host Holly Willoughby appeared to have had their make-up done an hour ahead of This Morning as Phil expressed his shock at Lorraine Kelly's appearance.Later, Phillip appeared Lorraine's sofa and exclaimed: "Oh my god! i've got my earpiece in my pocket! I can't hear anything!"As well as receiving messages from Gino D'Campo, Jason Donovan and Ant and Dec, Phillip also received a video call from his loved ones.Wife Steph said: "He is genuinely interested in people and he's good fun.

Manchester United have begun their search for a new permanent manager, with several high-profile names in the frame to take over from Ralf Rangnick at the end of the season.United have been without a permanent boss since the dismissal of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November, with Rangnick only installed on an interim basis until the end of May. At the end of the campaign, the 63-year-old German will move upstairs into a two-year consultancy role, allowing a new man to take the helm at Old Trafford.

Storm Franklin hit their site.Dramatic pictures show heavy Volvo machinery flooded as the River Aire burst its banks at Kirkstall, Yorkshire on Sunday, (February 20).The digger's team of operators powerless to do anything but to watch on as the harsh conditions left them without a pretty key bit of kit, LeedsLive reports.Following the fatal destruction of Storm Eunice on Friday, Storm Franklin followed over the weekend to cause yet more havoc across the country. The UK has been issued a 'tornado' warning with intense flooding also set to strike amid Storm Franklin.

blagging a free NHS nose job by faking depression has slammed the “stupid” victims of the Tinder Swindler. Bogus billionaire Shimon Heyada Hayut - hailed a “legend” by Carla Bellucci - was the focus of Netflix hit Tinder Swindler this month.It was alleged that the notorious Israeli, 31, used dating app Tinder to lure women before fleecing them out of millions.He told singles he was the son of a billionaire diamond dealer before seducing and tricking them into taking out huge loans that he’s never repaid.But mum-of-four Carla believes they “only have themselves to blame”.The outspoken glamour model told Daily Star: “They are muppets!“These women were sending this guy all this money because they were looking for the high life.

transformations people have undergone and share their reasons behind the decision.Adam Curlykale started tattooing himself to cover up skin blemishes after being treated for cancer.He became so depressed by his sick and pale appearance he decided to cover his skin with tattoos and quickly discovered his passion for the hobby.This passion resulted in him spending 12 years tattooing 90% of his body, including his eyeballs, with grey ink. He soon realised he was still unhappy with his appearance because his genitals and nipples looked out of place.So he decided to have them removed, undergoing the dramatic surgery because he said his genitals spoiled the look of his body art.He reportedly travelled to Jardines Hospital in the city of Guadalajara in western Mexico from his home in Kaliningrad, Russia, to have the operation to remove his nipples and private parts.It has taken Eli Ink 10 years to dye the entirety of his body black - including his eyeballs.Eli, from Brighton, uses several coats of black colouring to permanently blacken his skin and has also implanted stretchers in his nose and under his bottom lip as part of the body-modification process.Blackening the eyes involves injecting ink into the white outer layers and letting it spread out.He told the Mail Online: “I wanted to look like an abstract character in one of Picasso’s paintings.

BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker was clearly distracted on Monday morning after he confessed he didn't listen to a report from his colleague.Reporter Sarah Croker appeared via video link from Castle Donnington to discuss employees returning to work now that Covid restrictions have been lifted.But journalist Dan admitted that he didn't listen to the "last 20 seconds" of her coverage because he was focused on the food in the background and the fact that Sarah mentioned that it was free.As the cameras centred on Dan and his co-host Sally Nugent in the studio, Dan said: "I've got to confess, I didn't listen to the last 20 seconds of that.Giggling he said: "I got confused by the hash brown."Laughing at his comment, Sally agreed that she too wasn't paying much attention.She confessed: "Sarah thank you so much but we were just staring at the breakfast. Free breakfast let's get there now."Awkwardly, Sarah chimed: "I thought so, it does look very tasty."Dan replied: "Enjoy your free breakfast Sarah, thank you very much!"We'll be there in about five minutes," he joked.Dan and Sally returned to the famous red sofas after a week off due to the school half term.During the early hours of Monday morning, Dan took to his Twitter to share the news that he will be returning to the studio with his followers.He penned: "Right then… back on #BBCBreakfast in the morning."Alarm set for 3am," followed by a shocked and crying face emoji."Let’s do this!!!" He added.Rushing to the comment section, one fan said: "6 hours sleep...

50 Shades Of Grey online and I just thought "women aren't like this. We get lipstick on our teeth and we trip over on our heels and our hair gets frizzy." Wouldn't it be funny to write something making fun of that genre? The books are about Anne, a woman in her thirties who decides her life is dull. She starts online dating and reading some erotica to spice up her love life.

EXCLUSIVE: The UK government is “monitoring what further action is needed” to help commercial insurers return to market and provide commercially viable rates when the £500M ($680M) Film & TV Production Restart Scheme ends on April 30.

Tributes are being paid this morning to SBTV founder and entrepreneur Jamal Edwards, who died yesterday aged just 31. 

Gabby Allen has revealed the romantic surprise her boyfriend Brandon Myers arranged for her 30th birthday.The former Love Island star, who turned 30 on 6 February, has been busy celebrating her milestone birthday over the past couple of weeks alongside her model beau Brandon, 25. Having enjoyed several lavish date nights and outings, Brandon then presented Gabby with her final birthday surprise - a trip to Italy.

Jamal Edwards was an extremely influential figure in the music industry having founded SBTV, a platform specifically for emerging artists, back in 2006. The star's work saw him help launch the careers of artists including Ed Sheeran and Jessie J, and he went on to pen his own book, become a director, and more. News of Jamal's passing broke on 2 February 2022, with the talented music pioneer passing away unexpectedly at the age of 31.

COUNTRYFILE viewers have been left devastated after Adam Henson revealed the fate of his beloved dog Peg. Adam, 56, regularly features his sheep dog on the BBC show as he goes about his farming duties.

Brenda Edwards has spoken out for first time since the passing of her son Jamal and said she is completely devastated.

For Michael Mosley, fast weight loss involves eating eggs for breakfast to help shed the pounds.

EASTENDERS star Jack Derges has revealed his fiancée Yasmin Alamiri has given birth to their second child, a son named Raffi Jack. The soap actor took to his Instagram yesterday to announce the joyous news with an adorable photo of the sleeping newborn.

A huge residential development in Hamilton has been approved by councillors this week.

In-form Giorgos Giakoumakis did his talking on and off the park after his treble downed Dundee at Parkhead on Sunday.

Loose Women stars Christine Lampard and Ruth Langsford have expressed their sorrow following the news of Jamal Edwards' death. The music entrepreneur passed away aged 31 on Sunday following a "sudden illness".MORE: Loose Women's Brenda Edwards breaks silence on devastating death of sonHis heartbroken mother, Brenda Edwards, released a statement on ITV the following day, which read: "It is with the deepest heartache that I confirm that my beautiful son Jamal Edwards passed away yesterday morning after a sudden illness. Myself, his sister Tanish and the rest of his family and friends are completely devastated.