Olly Alexander confirms he will not boycott Eurovision: “It wouldn’t bring us any closer to our shared goal”

Ben Shephard was left saying 'it's over' with Cat Deeley after she was left jokingly unimpressed by his cheeky behaviour live on air. The pair joined forces last month as the new permanent hosts of This Morning, replacing Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

A fly-tipper has been fined and banned from driving for three months after dumping rubbish in an alleyway.

Coronation Street fans have predicted 'more bad news' as they think a suspect has gone unnoticed in the Lauren Bolton case. Roy Cropper's solicitor, friends and family are still trying to prove his innocence after he was charged with the murder of the teen.

Two new giant artworks have been unveiled in Altrincham as part of a new initiative that celebrates the town's bright future. The murals have been created by Manchester-based artist Caroline Dowsett, who is famous for creating colourful pieces from shapes and lines that are inspired by the everyday.

The Manchester Craft Beer Festival will be returning to the city for the fourth year this July with expert talks, tasting sessions and a selection of more than 500 different brews to try.

. The Challengers actor was photographed in New York City on April 23 in two springy green outfits giving two very different vibes.Ahead of her Good Morning America appearance, Zendaya arrived looking like she'd just walked off the Mad Men set in a retro-style sundress. The spaghetti-strap dress has a yellow and green floral pattern and a visible tulle petticoat under the circle skirt to give it an extra heaping of midcentury chic oomph.

gift guide for the upcoming US Mother’s Day.The company’s latest gift guide includes a large selection of special presents, ranging in price and variety, but in-keeping with the Goop’s mission to provide products across its key pillars: wellness, beauty, style, food and travel.The accompanying text to the guide reads: “They’re the ones who’ve guided us, nurtured us, been our soft place to land. They’re our moms, stepmoms, sisters, aunts, friends, teachers, and more.

Art Brut have announced details of new ‘best of’ compilations, set for release this summer, as well as an upcoming UK and European tour. Find the details below.Announced today (April 24), the new releases from the Perennial pop enthusiasts are due to arrive on July 4 via Demon Records and Edsel, and will see them share two compilations of their greatest hits.The first of which comes in the form of a double LP titled ‘A Record Collection, Reduced To A Mixtape’.

ZEROBASEONE have dropped the music video for their new single, ‘Sweat’, a cut off their upcoming mini-album, ‘You Had Me At Hello’.In the music video for ‘Sweat’, the members of ZEROBASEONE perform the song and its energetic choreography on a stage that’s right in the middle of a water park. Footage of the members by the pool, enjoying the summer heat are also featured in the clip.“Oh baby I’ll make you sweat, sweat, sweat, sweat, sweat / You toward me, burn it up / With your touch, turn it up / Oh baby I wanna sway, sway, sway, sway, sway / Me toward you, dive into you / Following me, like this everyday,” they belt on the chorus.‘Sweat’ will appear on their upcoming mini-album ‘You Had Me At Hello’, which is set to drop in full on May 13 at 6pm KST.

recent gig postponements, and instead “focusing on ensuring a consistent total power supply”.The new venue, which is the UK’s largest indoor arena, is located opposite Manchester’s Etihad Stadium, and features a “unique bowl design” that will bring fans “closer to the artist than at other arenas of equivalent size”, according to a spokesperson.It was set to launch this week, with Bolton comedian Peter Kay scheduled to perform yesterday (April 23) and today (April 24). However, following a test gig featuring Rick Astley over the weekend, it was later decided that the dates would be moved to next Monday (April 29) and Tuesday (30) due to the venue’s power testing falling “a few days” behind schedule.“Following our first test event on Saturday, regretfully we have made the difficult decision to reschedule our two opening performances by Peter Kay,” the venue said in a statement.

Baby Reindeer has become the latest viral hit series on Netflix, but will there be a second season of the show? The show has been created by comedian Richard Gadd, and it is based on his 2019 one-man play of the same name. It depicts a version of the real-life story of his own stalking ordeal. The show focuses on struggling comedian Donny Dunn’s (Gadd) strange and layered relationship with a woman named Martha (Jessica Gunning), whose initially friendly demeanour unravels as she begins to stalk Donny relentlessly.

The Cult have added an extra London show to their upcoming anniversary tour. Check out ticket details below.The announcement comes just days after the rock icons announced details of an upcoming UK tour for the end of 2024 – which will see them celebrate 40 years as a band.Upcoming shows will be held in 10 cities across the country, and mark the milestone anniversary of Ian Astbury and co.

Battlestar Galactica, has died.Carter’s manager Ken Leicht confirmed to Entertainment Weekly that he died on Tuesday (April 23) at his home in Manhattan. He was aged 95.Carter’s cause of death has not been provided, however according to Leicht, he “had been ill for some time.”Born in 1928, Carter grew up in Brooklyn, New York City.

Pet Shop Boys have responded to the recent comparisons of their classic single ‘It’s A Sin’ to Olly Alexander’s Eurovision entry ‘Dizzy’.Alexander released the track last month ahead of the Years & Years singer representing the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden next month.‘Dizzy’ was co-written by Alexander and electronic producer Danny L Harle (Charli XCX, Dua Lipa, Caroline Polachek). Upon the track’s release, the former explained that it was “inspired by a lot of music we love from the ’80s like Erasure, Adamski and of course Pet Shop Boys”.Some listeners have pointed out similarities to Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe’s 1987 hit specifically.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson has responded to rumours that he may be playing the next James Bond.The actor, 33, has been a favourite for the iconic role since January 2023 when it was reported that he had impressed producer Barbara Broccoli in a screen test.Last month, it was reported that EON Production had offered him the job, and that they were awaiting his response.Taylor-Johnson has not directly confirmed or denied the rumours, and at an event earlier this week, even swerved a question about the 007 gig.Speaking to the Associated Press at The Fall Guy premiere in London on Monday (April 22), the Tenet star was asked whether he was “sick of being asked about Bond” by an interviewer.After a pause, Taylor-Johnson replied: “You sick of asking the question?”, to which the reporter responded: “I want to know, so no.”The Kick-Ass star then laughed and ended the conversation with: “Alright, have a good one,” before walking away.This follows a Rolling Stone interview the star did earlier this year in which he gave a vague response to his upcoming work: “I can only really talk about the things I’m going to show and tell. So, The Fall Guy, Nosferatu, Kraven The Hunter.”He also swerved the topic in an interview with Esquire, saying: “As I’ve already told you, I have to go by the beat of my own drum.

John Lennon and George Harrison, which appeared in the movie Help!, is headed to auction after being lost for 50 years.The model is a 12-string Hootenanny acoustic guitar, made in the early ’60s by Bavarian manufacturer Framus. It famously appeared in the Beatles movie Help!, as Lennon used it to perform a rendition of ‘You’ve Got To Hide Your Love Away’.It also features on the studio version of the song, and in ‘Help!’s title track, ‘It’s Only Love’ and ‘I’ve Just Seen A Face’.

Courteeners, English Teacher and Louis Tomlinson were among the acts to be honoured at the first-ever Northern Music Awards.The inaugural ceremony – hosted by the UK’s largest music therapy charity, Nordoff And Robbins – took place at the Albert Hall in Manchester last night (April 23) to celebrate northern artists, festivals, venues and industry figures.Presented by BBC Radio 6 Music DJ Chris Hawkins, the event featured live performances from Courteeners frontman Liam Fray, as well as English Teacher, Lisa Stansfield, The K’s and more.Guest presenters from the region included former Manchester United footballer Gary Neville, New Order‘s Gillian Gilbert and Stephen Norris, and Grimsby-born actor Thomas Turgoose (This Is England). ‌ Neville awarded Courteeners with the Band Of The Year prize. Responding to the nod, Fray said: “It’s really nice to be in a room with this much talent… but this isn’t about us, it’s about Nordoff And Robbins and the work that they do, it’s about music, and the way they’re changing lives with music and sometimes even saving lives with music.”The singer also delivered an acoustic rendition of Courteeners’ classic single ‘Not Nineteen Forever’ and a cover of Oasis‘ ‘The Masterplan’.Rising Leeds band English Teacher picked up the Best Newcomer award, and performed ‘Albatross’ and ‘Albert Road’ from their acclaimed debut album ‘This Could Be Texas’ (watch the video below)..@Englishteac_her commanding the stage with the first song off their album.

Olly Alexander is set to make an appearance on EastEnders next month.The Years & Years singer is this year’s UK Eurovision Song Contest entrant, and will be visiting Walford as part of his rehearsal process.According to the BBC, Alexander will be heading to the fictional Queen Vic pub after finishing up rehearsals for his Eurovision performance nearby.Alexander has spoken about the opportunity to feature on the UK’s most popular TV soap, saying: “I’m thrilled to be making my first appearance on EastEnders and in the most iconic pub in the UK.”The It’s A Sin star continued: “I’m so happy I got to meet some true screen legends and spend time on set with the brilliant cast and crew.”Alexander shared how he had initially wanted the appearance to be kept secret from his mum: “I wanted to surprise my mum as it’s her favourite show but I guess the cat is out of the bag now, she’s gonna love it!”

A Scottish safari park has welcomed a new chimpanzee for the first time in eight years, and has shared an adorable video to mark the occasion.

Wycombe Wanderers and Blackpool are both considering summer bids for Dunfermline’s Josh Edwards.

Beauty fans who love a bargain will be pleased to hear that LookFantastic has launched yet another money-saving box brimming with products.