Pete Buttigieg confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Transportation

STRICTLY Come Dancing professional dancer Dianne Buswell She and her celebrity partner Robert Webb QUIT the show this week as the comedian revealed he was suffering from serious health complications. It meants that Dianne, 32, can spend more time relaxing in her countryside home - the perfect spot to watch the rest of the 2021 competition. The Aussie dancer recently moved into the huge mansion with boyfriend Joe Sugg, who she met on Strictly Come Dancing in 2018.

DANCING On Ice star Connor Ball has revealed he has had to undergo treatment for a nasty cut on his l-eg, ahead of tomorrow night's big quarter final. It comes after The Vamps star, 25, crashed to the ice last weekend with partner Alexandra Schaumann during their pirate theme dance.

Grammy Award winner Rihanna has shared snaps of herself rocking her pregnant look in a bright blue cut-out jumpsuit. The Umbrella singer, 34, shared the striking shots of herself embracing her bump to her 122 million followers on her Instagram page. Singer Rihanna stood in front of huge wooden doors as she shared a variety of poses for fans.

Prepping for a new era. Prince Charles isn’t king yet, but he’s already thinking about how he might change the monarchy once he takes the throne.

Elizabeth Hurley has taken to Instagram to pay tribute to her ex-fiancé Shane Warne, who died yesterday of a suspected heart attack. The actress and model shared a series of photos of the former couple and shared her devastation over the news.She wrote in view of her 2.3 million followers: “I feel like the sun has gone behind a cloud forever. “RIP my beloved Lionheart @shanewarne23.”Alongside her poignant words, Liz posted throwback pictures of her and Shane to document their relationship.In one photo, the star planted a kiss on the cricketer’s lips while relaxing at the beach.Another picture showed Shane cuddling an adorable lamb on a farm, while Liz pouted towards the baby animal.Other snaps featured Liz and Shane looking loved-up whilst attending star-studded events together.Fans took to the comments section of Elizabeth’s post to send her their condolences.fitchj14 penned: “So sorry for you loss... x.” mrskatybaker added: “I’m so sorry EH.

Elizabeth Hurley has broken her silence following the sudden death of her ex-fiancé Shane Warne.MORE: Elizabeth Hurley hilariously trolls ex-fiancé Shane Warne after he debuts new lookThe actress took to Instagram to pen a heartbreaking tribute to the former cricketer, who died on Friday aged just 52 following a suspected heart attack. The former couple dated for three years and were at one point engaged, before separating in November 2013.WATCH: A look back at cricket legend Shane Warne's lifeSharing several touching photos of the pair, Elizabeth wrote: "I feel like the sun has gone behind a cloud forever.

Johnny Brown, best known for his role as the housing project superintendent Nathan Bookman on the TV show "Good Times," has died. He was 84 and no cause of death was given by his family, who announced his death on Instagram. Daughter and actress Sharon Catherine Brown wrote on Instagram.

Chelsea captain for his post about Roman Abramovich.A fan tweeted Terry: "I don't know if the British MP wants John Terry to erase his history with makes sense to anyone really baffles me."Roman Abramovich will forever be in the history of Chelsea FC & no one can change it. We thank you the great ROMAN with love."To which Terry responded: "100% mate."The same MP that claimed fortunes in expenses of the taxpayers' money.

Emmerdale Bernice Blackstock star Samantha Giles has revealed that she thinks the ongoing serial killer story line, involving dales resident Meena Jutla, should come to an end.Viewers have watched as Meena carried out her reign of terror over the past year, murdering residents including Andrea Tate and Ben Tucker.After trying to wreak havoc at Billy and Dawn's wedding in February, Meena is finally behind bars - but is still plotting to take her revenge on the village.However, actress Samantha Giles has said that she thinks "it's time" for the story line to come to an end, telling The Wonderbirds YouTube programme: "That's about to come to a head...

Formula One.The American team have terminated the contract of the Russian driver and also ended their association with main sponsor Urakali.Mazepin had been given the all clear to compete under a neutral flag in F1 this season by the FIA earlier this week following Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.However, Haas opted to part ways with him anyway just two weeks before the 2022 season gets underway.It seems Mazepin will not be going quietly, as he responded to the news with a statement of his own."Dear fans and followers, I am very disappointed to hear that my F1 contract has been terminated," he wrote on social media."While I understand the difficulties, the ruling from the FIA plus my ongoing willingness to accept the conditions proposed in order to continue were completely ignored, and no process was followed in this unilateral step."To those who have tried to understand, my eternal thanks."I have treasured my time in F1 and genuinely hope we can all be together again in better times.What are you views on the situation? Let us know in the comments section."I will have more to say in the coming days.

prison that has proven to be the UK's most expensive facility opened this year and the rules are like no other prison in the country.HMP Five Wells, located in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, is Britain's first privately run jail that offers inmates a number of lavish perks and has its very own football pitch.The £253 million prison can hold 1680 inmates and is viewed as the Government's flagship example to create a contemporary prison estate to rehabilitate offenders.Unlike other prisons, the modernised building has no bars on the windows and presents inmates with scenic views over the stunning River Nene as well as a fishing lake.The first inmate arrived at the complex last week, with the number of inmates already at 137 people and the governor, John McLaughlin, is already on a first-name basis with themStaff refer to inmates as residents and their cells as rooms with the idea of normalising the rehabilitation process and reducing the number of repeat offenders. Inmates in the prison are allowed to help their children with homework in a specific family area as well as being able to make video calls so parents can take part in parents' evenings, according to the BBC.

Roman Abramovich has reportedly been in Turkey to discuss the sale of Chelsea to Turkish billionaire Muhsin Bayrak.The Russian is desperate to find a buyer after being forced to cut ties with the club in the wake of Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine last week.It's understood that Abramovich is looking for bids of around £3 billion, but the hurried nature of the sale means he'll probably struggle to get that much.A number of potential buyers have announced their interest, including Swiss billionaire Hansjorg Wyss and American tycoon Todd Boehly who have planned a joint-bid.But Bayrak has emerged as the latest frontrunner after claiming "the Turkish flag will fly in London" earlier this week.Abramovich, who is waiving £1.5 billion worth of debt the club owes him, appears to want to ensure Chelsea falls into the right hands, and has spent the last few days speaking with the prospective buyers.The Russian's £48 million private plane was spotted landing in Istanbul on Wednesday, before moving on to the Turkish capital of Ankara, and it's understood that Abramovich has met with Bayrak in person to discuss a deal.Bayrak claims that he has been locked in talks with the Chelsea owner and ever insists he is "in the negotiation phase for the signatures".Do you think Abramovich will sell to the highest bidder or to whoever he thinks he will be best for Chelsea? Let us know in the comments section...Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of

Activision Blizzard has said that it is facing an increased attrition rate after ongoing legal action.The annual report (via Axios) states that recent legal proceedings regarding alleged workplace harassment and strikes over QA layoffs may be responsible for an increased attrition rate at the company, and is also causing difficulty in attracting new staff members.The report said: “We are experiencing adverse effects related to concerns raised about our workplace. If we experience significantly reduced productivity, significant worker protests or strikes in regards to these matters, significant continued loss of sponsors, advertisers or players, or other negative consequences relating to these matters, our business could be materially adversely impacted.”The report continues, saying that Activision Blizzard may not be able to conduct business if it is unable to attract, retain, and motivate skilled personnel.“We have observed labour shortages, increasing competition for talent, and increasing attrition.

Danniella Westbrook is feeling positive about life and her future is looking bright as it has been revealed that she has a new man. Cosying up to new man Terry Andrews, Danniella's fresh flame has now been revealed as a TOWIE star's estranged dad.Former EastEnders beauty Danniella has left her fans stunned as she stepped out with her new man looking totally loved up.

Is Shane Warne the greatest cricketer of all time? Have your say in the comments.TV personality Piers Morgan has called for the spin legend to be posthumously knighted.He tweeted: "He wasn’t Mother Teresa but if Gavin bloody Williamson can get a gong then so should Warnie, posthumously, for services to cricket & charity.

Elon Musk and China have denied responsibility. According to Space.com, the three-tonne rocket was scheduled to hit the moon’s lunar far side yesterday shortly after noon (March 4).

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The owners of a foodbank and a restaurant in south Manchester are teaming up to travel to Ukraine next week to bring much needed supplies and cash to civilians.

WASHINGTON – With his left hand on his mother’s bible held by his husband Chasten, Pete Buttigieg was sworn in as the nineteenth Secretary of Transportation by Vice-President Kamala Harris Wednesday morning, in the Vice-Presidential Ceremonial Office suite in the Eisenhower Old Executive office building.

Pete Buttigieg has been confirmed as the transportation secretary by the Senate, making him the first openly gay person to be confirmed to a Cabinet position.

You may also be interested: Are we ready for a gay president?: A Metro Weekly interview with Pete Buttigieg“Pete testifying at his confirmation hearing, with his husband looking on, will be among the powerful images that define this unprecedented transition and will be remembered as a milestone moment in our nation’s move toward social justice,” Annise Parker, the president and CEO of LGBTQ Victory Institute, said in a statement.