Rapper Bobby Shmurda eligible for early release from prison in February... after serving six years

Six in ten adults “couldn’t cope” longer than a day without their mobile phone, a study has found.A survey of 2,000 smartphone users found three in ten never leave their house without their phone.More than one in ten (13 percent) use their device to help them find their way to work, while 16 percent use it as a mirror.Others rely on their smartphones for taking photos (68 percent), checking the time (64 percent), and looking at the weather (62 percent).It also emerged more than one in four (27 percent) are completely reliant on their device to get to their destination – with 35 percent admitting they have never used a printed map.The study, commissioned by HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, to launch the Nokia G11 and G21 smartphones, found more than one in ten (12 percent) admitted their phone battery dying would give them “anxiety”.As a result, over half (55 percent) claim running out of battery is a “nightmare scenario”, with the average adult charging their phone at least twice a day to avoid being caught out.And 48 percent of those polled would be upset if they lost their mobile phone – more than if they lost their bank card (46 percent), car keys (40 percent) or even wedding ring (25 percent).Petri Hayrynen, from HMD Global, home of Nokia phones, said: “Smartphones offer so much, it’s unsurprising that we’re dependent, making the common complaints around battery life a real issue.“That’s why we launched these smartphones that also uniquely offer a 3-day battery life.”The research, via OnePoll, revealed people typically check their mobile phones 20 times a day – spending a total of two hours looking at their screens over a 24-hour period.Of those who venture outside with their smartphone, 77 percent use online

Jamie Lang Spanish Academy Award-winning filmmaker David Pérez Sañudo (“Ane is Missing”) is shifting his gaze to the small screen, writing the upcoming eight-part drama series “Detective Touré,” which he will co-pen with novelist and TV writer Carlos Vila (“Los misterios de Laura”).Based on the “Detective Touré Saga” books by Basque author John Arretxe, the series is produced by Oscar-winning studio Tornasol (“The Secret In Their Eyes”) and DeAPlaneta, a prolific sales-distribution outfit now focused on producing literary adaptations  (“Ana. All In”).Just this week, the project was picked as one of 15 finalists selected to pitch at next month’s Series Mania Co-Pro Pitching Sessions, with a €50,000 ($56,000) cash prize on the line.

John Travolta is one of the most famous names attached to Scientology but the strain of recent years has led to reports he may have already begun the process of 'breaking away' from the church.The 67-year-old actor joined the controversial religious movement in 1975.John has been paraded as a famous celebrity follower in the many years since but over the past 12 months, cracks have allegedly begun to show.In the latter months of 2021, various reports began to circulate that John was 'ready to ditch the church' following the death of his wife of 29 years Kelly Preston in July 2020.The Twins actress passed away aged 57 from breast cancer.So, what is John's relationship with the Church of Scientology like today?Having joined the Church of Scientology almost 50 years ago, John was listed as one of the most successful scientologists on the religion's website as of August last year (via US Magazine).On the site, he was reportedly quoted as saying: "As a Scientologist, I have the technology to handle life's problems and I have used this to help others in life as well. "I would say Scientology put me into the big time."Later that month, however, John sold his home near Scientology headquarters in Florida - fuelling speculation that he may be stepping away from the church.In the latter months of 2021, reports began to emerge that John was 'possibly breaking away from the church'.Indeed it was widely reported that the Grease star was looking to 'step away from everything' - including his faith as he processed the death of his wife Kelly.A source reportedly told OK! Magazine (via Central Recorder): "It's no secret Kelly was the more ardent Scientologist.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorAfter Mike Golic Sr. was tweeting regularly about playing DraftKings with his pals, the sports-betting company reached out to the former ESPN host and commentator — and offered him a deal for his own podcast.Golic will host a one-hour weekly video podcast alongside Meadowlark Media personality Jessica Smetana for DraftKings. The show will cover the intersection of sports news and culture and is slated to feature interviews with special guests.

coronavirus pandemic delayed their wedding. Simon grew up in Penzance, Cornwall and according to his family always loved animals and the outdoors. Speaking yesterday, his aunt Jacqui Seager, 62, affirmed that he wouldn’t want the shark to now be destroyed reports the MailOnline.

Barcelona’s 1-1 draw with Napoli in the Europa League on Thursday night.Torres missed two golden opportunities in the dying embers of the match which left the 21-year-old broken after the full time whistle sounded. The Spaniard scored the equaliser for the Catalan club in the 59th minute after Napoli took the lead in the first half through Piotr Zielinski.

Hannah Goodson-Cutt - who goes by stage name CUTT - is a 28-year-old pop-rock musician based in Los Angeles who made the decision to get sober five years ago.She first started drinking when she was in high school and quickly went down a road of self-destruction.After a suicide attempt that saw her in a coma for six days, Hannah made the decision to turn her life around.She spoke exclusively with Daily Star about her struggles with alcohol and her burgeoning music career.“I was a blackout drinker, and I just didn’t know how to stop. I would promise myself that I would only have a drink or two, and then I would always end up getting wasted and smoking a tonne of menthol cigarettes," she said.“I couldn’t keep living that way.

Tottenham Hotspurs star Jamie O'Hara has demonstrated his amazing body transformation as he readies himself for a switch to boxing.O'Hara is scheduled to be on the undercard of Martyn Ford, the world's scariest man, and Sajad Gharibi, the Iranian Hulk, on April 2.The former footballers opponent for the undercard is yet to be named, but he has joked he was meant to face Gabriel Agbonlahor.O'Hara has been trained for the bout by his fitness instructor pal Kris Boyson - who used to date Katie Price.And Boyson has helped O'Hara get into the shape of his life.“I’m too slow moving out of the way," O'Hara revealed on talkSPORT when asked about how his boxing was coming along.“I can see them coming from yesterday but am taking them straight on the chin.“I honestly don’t know what I’ve let myself in for!“I’m fine, I’m boxing well, I’ll be ready.

A Scots health board has been ordered to apologise to the family of a cancer patient who died three weeks after being diagnosed.

A sex attacker who went 'shopping' for a victim late at night and assaulted a woman as she slept has died in a Scots prison.

Users of the social media platform Reddit have shared their sadness at the death of the largest saltwater crocodile after two years in captivity.

A consultation has been launched to discuss radical new proposals to reform the Church of Scotland in Perth and Kinross - with 14 church buildings under threat of closure.

A fuming East Kilbride resident has hit out at South Lanarkshire Council over motorists continually flouting the law by parking on double yellow lines - including their own drivers.

Vanity Fair, that her mother would frequently express concern for her mental state, and Penélope would constantly reassure her.However, she herself was worried about the effects of playing such a role.She said: “I told her, ‘Don’t worry’—but I was worried.“I pretended that I had things under control, but I was scared.”The star confirmed that her mum still checks in with her regularly, even a year after filming has completed.Penélope said that she also struggled when filming for Asghar Farhadi’s thriller film Everybody Knows, in 2018.She starred in the film alongside her husband Javier Bardem.“I knew it was from the tension of the character,” Penélope explained, while discussing the fact that she would get a fever nearly every night during filming of the show.Penélope appeared on The Graham Norton show at the end of January to discuss her new film.She began by explaining how she truly admired director Pedro Almodovar, and liked how much “trust” he placed in her judgement.The actress explained that she admired Pedro’s humility, and ability to ask questions about things he didn’t understand.She said he gave a lot of freedom and trust to other women on set.She said: “Pedro is so great because he knows so much about almost everything but when there is something he is not an expert in, he is not afraid to ask questions.  “He gave me and the other women a lot of freedom and trust.

Legal papers stated: "The vineyard became Pitt's passion - and a profitable one, as Miraval, under Pitt's stewardship, has grown into a multimillion-dollar international success story and one of the world's most highly regarded producers of rose wine.”According to the documents, Angelina sold her interests to a Luxembourg-based spirits manufacturer controlled by Russian oligarch Yuri Shefler.They also stated that the transaction was done without Brad’s knowledge.The lawsuit read: “She sold her interest with the knowledge and intention that Shefler and his affiliates would seek to control the business to which Pitt had devoted himself and to undermine Pitt's investment in Miraval.”According to lawyers, the sale had intended to cause "gratuitous harm" to the Fight Club star.They also highlighted that Brad had “poured money and sweat equity into the wine business.”Angelina previously spoke out on the breakdown of her marriage, candidly explaining that the pair separated for the "wellbeing" of her family.The Maleficent actress insisted "it was the right decision".The former couple, who share six children, split back in 2016, just two years after their private wedding in France.Speaking to Vogue Global Network, she said: “I separated for the wellbeing of my family.“It was the right decision.

Revealing what happened next, Tanya said: "And then the next thing I know, I get a phone call saying, 'Hey, do you have your passport? Because they would like you to join them on their show in Ibiza,' and I just lost my mind.She revealed that even 10 years later, she has still kept the message on her phone to remind her how far she's come."I still have the voicemail from Dominic on my phone," Tanya revealed."It's just a fun memory to look back on."And the first thing I did was drop to my knees and like, I was crying."It's been an amazing adventure ever since they're just so awesome to work with," she gushed.Tanya is part of Sister Sledge ft Sledgendary alongside Debbie Sledge, her daughter Camille, and her son David.The son of the late Joni Sledge, Thaddeus Sledge is also a vocalist in the group.Sister Sledge ft Sledgendary's debut single Free is officially released today and can be listened to here.

A hospital's 101 calls to police to report a depressed man had gone missing went unanswered for hours, an inquest has heard.

The Berlin Film Festival’s industry wing, the European Film Market (EFM), has confirmed that 600 exhibitors from 62 countries took part in this year’s virtual edition, up from last year’s figure of 504.

A school is asking parents to collect their children early amid the bad weather expected from Storm Eunice.

Bobby Shmurda is eligible for release from prison next month, the New York State Department of Corrections has confirmed.The New York rapper, who became widely known in 2014 for his hit song ‘Hot N***a’, was sentenced to seven years in prison in October 2016 after pleading guilty to conspiracy and weapons possession as part of a plea deal.Shmurda, real name Ackquille Pollard, was denied parole back in September.

A conditional release date for New York City rapper Bobby Shmurda has been set, according to online records from New York State's Department of Corrections. Shmurda, who has been imprisoned since November 2016 on weapons possession and conspiracy charges, may be released on February 23, 2021.