Police warn Scots over Covid test text scam with targets told to enter bank details

Marilyn Manson has filed a lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, accusing his former partner of defamation. The legal action comes ahead of the TV premiere of new documentary ‘Phoenix Rising’ on HBO, in which Wood makes various allegations of sexual abuse against the musician.In the lawsuit, Manson – real name Brian Warner – accuses Wood and her “on-again, off-again” partner Ashley Gore of framing him as “a rapist and abuser – a malicious falsehood that has derailed Warner’s successful music, TV and film career”.He also accuses Wood and Gore of “falsifying and spreading” allegations against him, as well as “forging and distributing a fictitious letter from the [FBI], to create the false appearance” that he was under federal investigation.

Piers Morgan, 56, has launched a scathing attack appearing to reference all of Europe and the United States over Russia’s nuclear threat during the Ukraine crisis.Taking to Twitter, where he boasts a following of 7.9 million, the broadcaster claimed Putin was “laughing at us”.He tweeted: “Putin’s laughing at us.“He now knows that all he has to do to is threaten to use his nukes (which he won’t) and we’ll all run away in terror.“When did we get so pathetically spineless in the face of nasty little bullies?”The former Good Morning Britain presenter accompanied the tweet with a picture of Putin laughing.Piers has been outspoken on his criticism of the West’s handling of the ongoing crisis.He recently called out the international community over its response to Putin’s advances into Ukraine.The TV star questioned what’s to stop the Russian leader “taking other countries” amid his “nuke threats”.The tweet came on Tuesday after Putin ordered his military to move nuclear weapons to a "special mode of combat duty”.Piers wrote: “If Putin succeeds in taking Ukraine by scaring us all off with his bulls**t nuke threats, what’s to stop him taking other countries including those in NATO?“Once you cave to a bully, they keep bullying. #StopPutinNow.”He also called attention to a 40-mile convoy of Russian military vehicles that satellite images showed en route to the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.Piers questioned the lack of military intervention from NATO.He typed: “There’s a 40-MILE convoy of Russian military vehicles heading towards Kyiv to surround the city, trap the people there, and bomb them into submission.“Are we really just going to sit back and watch Putin do this?“There’s a war crime unfurling in front of us.

Caitriona Balfe appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live and praised Outlanders 'crazy good' fanbase ahead of the new season.

MARK Wright and Michelle Keegan have been spotted together for the first time since he was banned from ITV for pulling out of a new show by text. The celebrity couple were pictured leaving an Essex sushi restaurant along with Michelle's mum Jacqueline. Radio host Mark looked relaxed in an all-black tracksuit while Michelle wrapped up in a full-length quilted coat.

Georgia Kousoulou has penned a candid post on Instagram celebrating her post-baby body. Georgia gave birth to her son Brody in May 2021 and is currently on a family holiday with him and Brody’s dad, Tommy Mallet – who’s just asked Georgia to marry him. Sharing a photo of herself in a red bikini while holding her son, the 30 year old wrote: “I wasn’t going to post this picture because in my head it’s not my best, not my old body but than I had to talk to myself & remind myself … look how happy I am..

Lorraine Kelly broke into hysterical laughter as she admitted an X-rated scene in Pam & Tommy was the “funniest thing” she had “ever seen.” The 61 year old presenter spoke to entertainment reporter Ross King on ITV morning Lorraine about the biographical Disney+ series, Pam & Tommy which covers the marriage and leaked sex tape of Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee. Presenter Lorraine then went on to give her thoughts on the controversial series that featured a “talking winky”.

KATE Garraway told of how husband Derek's Covid battle "turned her life upside down" in her new TV show. The broadcaster has bravely continued working while raising her two children and caring for Derek over the past two years.

Cheating isn't nice, but sadly it happens quite a lot. Now one model hopes to catch love rats in the act by offering services to "test loyalty" on social media.

Pupils enjoyed a shopping trip with £1,000 in their pockets to buy hundreds of new books for their school library.

SEVENTEEN member Hoshi has tested positive for COVID-19, according to his label Pledis Entertainment.Today (March 3), Pledis Entertainment shared in an official statement to South Korean outlet SPOTV News that Hoshi had been diagnosed with the coronavirus after experiencing symptoms the day before.“Starting the afternoon of March 2 (Wednesday), Hoshi experienced [symptoms of] a cough and a sore throat, so he used a self-testing kit and checked that he tested positive,” Pledis Entertainment wrote, as translated by Soompi. “He immediately carried out a PCR test, and on the morning of March 3 (Thursday), he tested positive for COVID-19.”The company then shared an update of Hoshi’s current condition, clarifying that he is currently undergoing self-isolation at home while he recovers from the virus. “Currently, Hoshi has no other symptoms besides a cough and a sore throat, so he is receiving treatment at home,” it said.“All the SEVENTEEN members besides Wonwoo and Vernon checked that they tested negative through the tests they preemptively carried out using self-testing kits on the afternoon of March 2 (Wednesday), and they do not have any symptoms,” Pledis added.

Everton defender as one of the toughest opponents he has faced in his career.According to the German midfielder, Yerry Mina is amongst the hardest opposition players he has come up against since joining Manchester City in 2016.Mina was absent from City's win at Everton on Saturday, with a thigh injury currently keeping him on the sidelines but he has played City five times in his career.His record against the Premier League champions, however, makes Gundogan's choice even more surprising, with Mina having lost all five matches and conceded 11 goals.Speaking to German outlet Bild, Gundogan said: “I remember Yerry Mina, a tough Colombian centre-back.“He’ll use his hands in a tackle, scratch or pinch your back when the referee isn’t looking.“I’ve seen him do that once or twice. But not so much in a dirty way.

Rio Ferdinand has suggested Arsenal should go after Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus in the summer.

Anthony Elanga has been named as the only Manchester United player 'close' to getting into the Man City team.

The Chase has proved quizzing is for all ages after viewers and host Bradley Walsh were left speechless by a contestants age.

Police in Tayside have launched an investigation after a car was torched in Brechin.

Liverpool won the first domestic trophy of the season on Sunday after Chelsea's substitute goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga missed from the spot to hand Jurgen Klopp victory.As the Reds remain in all other competitions, some fans are starting to believe that Liverpool could in fact do the quadruple this season, as they close in on Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.However, they only have the Carabao Cup to their name for now, and it's a trophy that has received criticism in the past as some of the bigger teams tend to field second-string sides in the earlier stages, including even Liverpool this season.But before rival fans had the chance to mock Liverpool for their celebrations, the Anfield faithful have got in their first with a banner which appears to make a joke of their own success.The Carabao Cup has been labelled as the 'Mickey Mouse Cup' in the past due to the fact it's not always taken seriously, and some of the bigger clubs tend to take their foot off the gas and use it as a chance to utilise their younger talent.However, it is a trophy nonetheless, and usually the fans that tend to mock the competition do so when their team has conveniently been knocked out.But Liverpool fans have brilliantly jumped on the bandwagon and mocked their own success, as a banner was unveiled at Anfield containing images of Mickey Mouse surrounded by trophies.Will Liverpool go on to win the quadruple this season? Comment below.The banner was shown during Liverpool's 2-1 win over the Norwich in the fifth round of the FA Cup, as Klopp progressed to the quarter-finals of the competition for the very first time.Liverpool also have a 2-0 advantage over Inter Milan in the Champions League ahead of the second leg at Anfield, and

Banijay has paused all activity in Russia until further notice.

PETER Andre teased lookalike son Junior by sharing a throwback of himself in a purple suit days after the teen went out in a similar outfit. The father and son duo are regularly compared to each other and this time it appears Junior used his dad for fashion inspiration.

MEGAN Fox looks set for business as she stuns in a plunging lavender tuxedo minidress. The Transformers actress, 35, put on the stylish display for dinner with a friend in Los Angeles.

BBC's Radio 2, and took to Twitter yesterday to apologise for her "emotional breakdown" on the show.This comes after yesterday marked a year since BBC producer Simon Willis died, a dear friend and godfather to Jo's children.Jo's Radio 2 show yesterday was a sofa session with Richard Walters.Richard is a solo artist and has released five critically acclaimed albums and four EP's since 2007.Taking to Twitter, Jo posted a series of three pictures of herself with her late colleague Simon Willis.She captioned the post in view of her 365,600 followers: "Incredibly beautiful session tonight from the sublime @RichardWalters @BBRadio2."Desperately want everyone to hear it - head to @BBCSounds to listen. You won’t regret it."Sorry about the emotional breakdown Richard."This is the man I/we loved.

Video: Revealed: Thousands face decade-long criminal records for Covid rule breaches (Evening Standard)Boris Johnson accuses Putin of ‘barbaric’ targeting of Ukrainian civiliansLarge queues in Paddington as London Underground services suspendedFamily of catastrophically injured rights activist say she is a fighterMassive Russian air strike on the Kharkiv regional administration buildingFootage shows shelling in KharkivPatel rejects call for visa waiver for Ukrainians fleeing war zoneDozens killed in Russian rocket attack on city of Kharkiv, Ukraine saysMatt Hancock tells all on podcast: ‘Gina and I love each other deeply’TubesIncredible moment unarmed civilians block Russian tank from entering village in northern UkraineMan dressed as Batman performs stunt on London EyeUkrainian woman scolds Russian soldier who demands to see her passport while drivingBritish couple trapped in Ukraine after collecting surrogate twinsVladimir Putin needs to 'withdraw his war machine', says Boris JohnsonPutin orders deterrent forces onto high alertLiz Truss says she “absolutely” supports British citizens going to fight in UkraineIn addition, Manson, 53, claimed Wood and Gore had impersonated a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent by "forging and distributing a fictitious letter" to create the "false appearance that Warner's alleged 'victims' and their families were in danger". Representatives for Wood have not yet responded to the lawsuit.