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Brian Cox, 76, has spoken out about treatment of the Harry Potter author, slamming her "high and mighty" critics, while also claiming she is "entitled to her opinion".Brian appeared on the BBC show Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg this weekend, where he was asked about the award-winning author.He said as Metro reported: "I don’t like the way she has been treated, actually."Actually, I think she’s entitled to her opinion, she’s entitled to say what she feels, as a woman, she’s very much entitled to say what she feels about her own body."There’s nobody better to say as a woman.So I do feel that people have been a bit high and mighty about their attitude towards JK Rowling, quite frankly."JK Rowling came under fire in December 2019 when she tweeted in support of a British researcher, Maya Forstater, who was fired from the Centre for Global Development over anti-trans stances.The author then later tweeted about taking issue with the phrase "people who menstruate" and has regularly since drawn criticism from the LGBTQ+ community.Critics turned on JK Rowling for reiterating ideologies that had been linked to the trans-exclusionary radical feminist (TERF) movement that often adopts the belief that trans women are not women.Despite Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and organisations like GLAAD voicing opposition to the author, other Harry Potter stars have supported Rowling's right to express her opinion.Voldemort actor Ralph Fiennes told the New York Times last year: "JK Rowling has written these great books about empowerment, about young children finding themselves as human beings."It's about how you become a better, stronger, more morally centred human being."The verbal abuse directed at her is disgusting, it's appalling.

Rishi Sunak has refused to say whether he and his family use private healthcare at a time the NHS struggles to meet demand.

Oscar-winning Hollywood star Kate Winslet has said she was “absolutely destroyed” by the plight of a Tillicoultry family caring for a severely disabled teenager.

Kate Winslet revealed in a new interview with Sunday Times that she dealt with harsh criticism at the start of her career.The 47-year-old actress recalled being told she would be cast in 'fat girl' roles while she was a student.'It can be extremely negative,' she told the outlet. 'People are subject to scrutiny that is more than a young, vulnerable person can cope with.' Discouraging: Kate Winslet revealed in a new interview with Sunday Times that she dealt with harsh criticism at the start of her career; pictured in London on December 5Kate, who shot to fame after playing Rose in 1997's Titanic, says that the tides are changing now.'But in the film industry it is really changing,' she noted.

Jeremy Hunt will deliver the Autumn Statement on Thursday, where he is expected to raise taxes and cut public spending in order to balance the books. The Chancellor of the Exchequer has warned that everyone will have to pay "a bit more tax" and that "sacrifices" will have to be made following the disastrous mini-budget in September.

Joe Lycett, 34, has joked about looking “like a right t**t” following the revelation yesterday that Rishi Sunak, 42, is now Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.The comedian had previously claimed that the former Chancellor would “never” end up in the role.Joe took to Twitter yesterday to show his 1.2 million followers he knows how to make fun of himself with a hilarious new post.The star shared a clip from the BBC programme Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, where he had previously appeared as a guest.“Well it was nice to hear from Rishi Sunak but he’s not going to be Prime Minister,” Joe said in the video. “So you may as well have interviewed Peter Andre,” the star joked, referencing the popular singer and television personality. On Monday, it was announced Rishi would become Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The politician, who formerly served as Chancellor of the Exchequer under Boris Johnson, will be the third Tory Prime Minister in less than two months and the fifth in six years. He was formally appointed today following a meeting with King Charles at Buckingham Palace.His appointment marks a dramatic U-turn for the Conservative party, who elected Liz Truss over Rishi just six weeks ago. Liz announced her resignation last week after just 45 days in office, becoming the shortest serving PM of all time. She bid farewell to Downing Street today, delivering an unapologetic farewell speech where she defended her lower-tax vision for the UK.Joe’s followers took to the comment section to share their thoughts on the dramatic political events of the last few days.Mary wrote: “It is a hard one. I am happy for Rishi Sunak on his prime-ministerial role.

Joe Biden has taken aim at Liz Truss's mini-budget that led to chaos on the markets and to her sacking Kwasi Kwarteng as Chancellor.

Nicola Sturgeon has been accused of using "dangerous language" as she took a swipe at the Conservatives.

Claims that Liz Truss told King Charles not to get involved in next month’s Cop27 climate change summit in Egypt have been denied by a Cabinet minister. It comes amid questions about the Government’s commitment to the net-zero target.

READ NEXT: BBC star diagnosed with Parkinson's after struggling to open Waitrose bagBut suddenly the screen then cut to the BBC's opening titles - which left viewers discussing the "technical issues" online.After cutting away to the opening sequence, the PM was back on screen and discussing her Government's decisions again.But then a second glitch happened when the screen went black and only the PM's voice could be heard.And then the channel quickly segued back to the BBC's opening sequence for a second time.The technical glitches didn't go unnoticed though, and viewers at home pointed it out on social media.Taking to Twitter to discuss the glitches, one person penned: "Oh dear, the #LauraKuenssberg broadcast is all over the place with technical issues."The tweeter continued: "Shame to cut off the beginning of such an important interview with Liz Truss. #BBCLauraK."Another person went on to say: "BBC Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg having serious technical issues and coverage blacking out during PM Liz Truss interview."While a third chimed in: "This is a car crash interview! BBC keeps cutting out, Laura cannot get a word in, Liz is completely in charge and she’s not being held accountable." Someone else however said that the programme cut out three times - and not two."WTF happened on Laura Kuenssberg? Cutting to black three times so far, cut to bbc news credits.

As the Prime Minister Liz Truss was grilled by Laura Kuenssberg, viewers questioned whether she REALLY understands that 'people are worried'. The PM was quizzed by the BBC presenter on Sunday morning (October 2).

Liz Truss has admitted she could have done a "better job" over her tax-slashing mini budget that plunged the UK economy into turmoil.

too deferential to the Royal family and he said, ‘Deferential? Oh no, that’s far too strong. Maybe too cautious.’ The nearest he came to expressing an opinion was when I asked who he thought was the best political interviewer. He said Andrew Neil.

People all over the world are today watching the funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth II, and while it’s an emotional time for many royal fans it is no doubt even more so for the late monarch’s family. While the majority of people are able to grieve in private when their relative dies, that is not quite the case for the Royal family, whose final goodbyes to the Queen will be witnessed on a global scale.

More than two million people are expected to pour into ­London for the Queen’s funeral. The crowds are forecast to be double those who turned out for Princess Diana in 1997.

King Charles used to practice holding audiences with the prime minister. The 73-year-old monarch - who took the throne last Thursday (08. 09.

Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg on September 4, the comedian joked that he was a “right-wing” supporter of the Conservative Party, before sarcastically declaring his excitement for Liz Truss to be named as the next Prime Minister.“I know there’s been criticism in The Mail on Sunday today about leftie liberal wokey comedians on the BBC,” he said. “I’m actually very right-wing and I loved it.

Roger Waters has penned an open letter to Ukraine’s first lady, Olena Zelenska, suggesting she persuade her husband to work toward a ceasefire with Russia and “stop the slaughter”.The letter from the former Pink Floyd member comes by way of response to Zelenska’s interview on the BBC program Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, which aired on Sunday (September 4.)In it, Zelenska was asked what message she had for British people regarding the rise in energy bills that has come in part due to the current war between Ukraine and Russia.Zelenska said: “People must understand [rising energy costs] are not coming through the West’s support to Ukraine. The prices are going up in Ukraine as well.

Liz Truss has pledged to "deliver" on the energy crisis, as Tory members chose her to succeed Boris Johnson as Prime Minister.

Martin Lewis has issued an inflation warning today after Liz Truss made the front page of papers this morning with her cost of living crisis comments.

Former Chancellor Rishi Sunak today refused to rule out moving back to California eventually if he loses the fight for No10. He was quizzed about his plan if, as expected, he is defeated by Liz Truss in the race to become the next Prime minister.