Rio Ferdinand admits Erling Haaland has advantage as Man City star targets goal records

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic Ashley McBryde, one of the premium-grade country stars of the 21st century, is at the point in her career where many country stars would be playing it safer than ever. She’s in-between the second and third releases in her album cycle, a time when many would be most fixated on grabbing for the brass ring. Instead, she’s got brass balls, opting instead to put out a beautifully quirky concept album full of guest singers and co-writers called “Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville.” Please pardon the minor vulgarity in the preceding paragraph, but that’s partly the after-effect of listening to “Lindeville,” a character-driven set of songs whose protagonists tend to be on the straight-talking side, to the point of definitely including a few songs you will never hear on country radio. But “going for adds” is the furthest thing from the mind of an album that takes place entirely in a fictional small town where virtue is rarely the thing being modeled, and where even the local dogs are a little embarrassed about the array of sins they’ve witnessed.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer The entertainment industry’s COVID protocols will stay in place for now, as the unions announced an extension on Friday night. The protocols, which have been in place for two years, were set to expire on Friday night. The industry unions — including SAG-AFTRA, IATSE and the Directors Guild of America — have been negotiating an update to the rules with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. “The current Agreement, which was previously scheduled to expire today, Sept. 30, will remain in place until a new Agreement is reached,” the unions said in a joint statement.

Another on the way! That ‘70s Show alums Topher Grace and Ashley Hinshaw are expecting their third child together.

He’s here! Bachelor alum Vanessa Grimaldi has welcomed her first child, a baby boy, with husband Joshua Wolfe.

Lil' Kim and Remy Ma amped up the glam factor as they led the stars at the BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta this Friday evening.A cavalcade of celebrities flocked into The Cobb Theater and mingled with one another as they paraded across the red carpet.In a daring touch, Kim, 48, slid her hourglass frame into a skintight nude jumpsuit with a print meant to look like the actual contours of a naked woman's body. On the town: Lil' Kim (left) and Remy Ma (right) amped up the glam factor as they led the stars at the BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta this Friday eveningFlashing her generously endowed cleavage in her peekaboo outfit, she accessorized with a massive pair of royal purple sunglasses.Kim slung on a pale green leather handbag that matched her hairdo, bringing the look together with the shade of her nail polish.

That '70s Show alum, Topher Grace, and his wife, Ashley Hinshaw, are expecting a third addition to their growing family. The talented actor, 44, revealed the big news during an interview on The Kelly Clarkson Show and expressed his excitement. The star tied the knot with his wife, 33, in 2016, and the happy couple already share two children, five-year-old daughter Mabel, and another child who was welcomed to the world in 2020.  Big announcement: Topher Grace, 44, revealed that he is expecting baby number three with his wife, Ashley Hinshaw, during The Kelly Clarkson Show The Interstellar actor weighed in on adding baby number three to his family during an interview with Kelly Clarkson.  'We're excited,' he gushed, and gave a special shout out to his wife. 'I'll just take this moment on national television to say how beautiful and amazing she is.' Topher then humorously explained the reactions he has been getting since the big announcement of welcoming baby number three and being 'outnumbered.' 'Everyone says on the first baby, they're like, 'Oh, congratulations!' Then the second baby, they're like, 'Congratulations.' Then on the third baby, there's like, a question mark at the end.

Dua Lipa stepped out for a night on the town with a couple of her mates, Mark Ronson and new wife Grace Gummer, in New York City on Friday.The friendly affair, which seemingly included a stop for dinner, comes two days after the Daily Mail exclusively reported that she was seen on a dinner date with comedian and Daily Show host Trevor Noah.Lipa, 27, showed off her fashion sense in an all-black ensemble when she stepped out solo for her night out with her friends in Manhattan. Night out: Dua Lipa enjoyed a friends night out in New York City on Friday, two days after her dinner date with Trevor NoahThe New Rules star was decked out in a plunging jumpsuit that gave more than a hint of her midriff with a strappy opening along her stomach.

Blac Chyna was spotted out and about in Calabasas earlier on Friday after as she ran a few errands before the start of the weekend. The reality star, 34, kept her daytime ensemble simple and casual, while showcasing her newly shaved head that appeared to have a scar on the back. The mother of two rose to prominence when she starred in Nicki Minaj's Monster music video in 2010. She also previously dated rapper, Tyga, and Rob Kardashian, and shares a child with each.   Running errands: Blac Chyna, 34, was pictured running errands and stopping by the bank in Calabasas earlier on Friday The socialite opted for comfort as she made a stop at a bank, wearing a pair of black sweatpants.  She added a black, short-sleeved cropped top which showed off her toned midriff.

Golf sensation Paige Spiranac, who was crowed MAXIM's world's sexiest woman back in June, has released a range of eye-popping products to celebrate the title.The professional golfer turned YouTuber has collaborated with the magazine to put her face on t-shirts, towels and even a gift box to give fans the chance to have her likeness in their homes.Prices range from a £35 towel to a £76 box of goodies and are sure to interest some of her 3.6 million Instagram followers by featuring some of her more risque snaps.READ MORE: Paige Spiranac opens up on horrendous 'fat shaming' for 'chunky' look at Baseball gameThe 29-year-old was been left in a state of disbelief after hearing of her award, having repeatedly asked them if they had made a mistake.Spiranac said: "Being named the World’s Sexiest Woman by MAXIM Magazine has been a huge honour."In partnership with Maxim, I am excited to create a line of products inspired by my shoot and the concept of the Hot 100 List."Will you be getting your hands on one of the products? Give us your thoughts in the comments section below.She told The New York Post at the time: "It’s so funny, my manager called me and she’s like, ‘You’re never going to believe this, but Maxim wants you to do the cover.'"Even up to when we did the photo shoot, when the magazine came out, I’m like, I’m still in disbelief that this actually happened.“It’s such an honour and I still, to this day, I look at the magazine and I’m like, ‘That’s not me, I can’t believe this happened.’“To me being sexy is about confidence and feeling comfortable in your own skin."I’ve always tried to stay true to myself though out my unconventional path."And now I'm so proud to be following so many amazing women who carried the title in

Liverpool striker Michael Owen says Jurgen Klopp should be concerned about his side's work-rate following their stuttering start to the season.Speaking ahead of the Reds' Champions League opener against Napoli, Owen noted that every single one of Liverpool's first six Premier League opponents had statistically outrun Klopp's side and warned that their shaky form could continue if nothing changes."They haven't outrun a single team this season, every team has outrun them [and] been more physical so that will be a worry," Owen told his BT Sport colleagues.READ MORE: Raging Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp slams 'embarrassing' question from reporter"Until they get their full squad back, we might see that stuttering start continue."Liverpool have won just two of their opening six Premier League matches, leaving them six points off the top of the table and five points behind defending champions Manchester City, and have looked well off the pace since the start of pre-season.Three draws and a defeat to Manchester United have set an uncomfortable tone for the season, and while their 9-0 win over Bournemouth was as emphatic as they come, they had to rely on a 98th-minute winner to beat Newcastle in their only other victory.Is Jurgen Klopp's time at Liverpool nearing its end? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.Liverpool have been unlucky with injuries, especially in midfield where they've lost both Thiago Alcantara and Naby Kieta in recent weeks, but their (usually reliable) top players like Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold have looked out of sorts.Record signing Darwin Nunez hasn't really settled yet either and his red card against Crystal Palace arguably summed up his rocky start in English

Manchester City's Erling Haaland has been praised by Owen Hargreaves after the Norwegian scored two goals against Sevilla in the Blues' Champions League opening match.

Rio Ferdinand said he hopes reports that Erik ten Hag has banished Phil Jones from Manchester United's dressing room are wide of the mark.

Kate Ferdinand has spoken out about her exhaustion as she ignores her ‘fighting, screaming’ kids as the summer holidays finally end. Sharing her relatable experience on Instagram, the exhausted mum admitted that she was struggling to cope with her kids, as they could be heard shouting and arguing in the background of a short video clip.

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand heaped praise on Antony, Christian Eriksen and Marcus Rashford after the victory over Arsenal.

Manchester United star Lisandro Martinez has been blamed for Mohamed Salah's poor Liverpool form.

Former Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand believes Jadon Sancho needs the support of left-back Tyrell Malacia to help become even more influential.

Kate Ferdinand has returned to her podcast after suffering a miscarriage earlier in the summer.The star, who is married to footballer Rio Ferdinand, revealed in July she had lost her pregnancy at 12 weeks, saying she was ‘absolutely devastated.’Writing on Instagram at the time, the 31-year-old explained: ‘The last time I was in this hospital I was having Cree, but this time it was because our baby had no heartbeat in our 12 week scan and I had to have surgery.‘We were so excited & planning a space for our new baby in our family, we just couldn’t wait to share our news with you all, but unfortunately sometimes life just doesn’t go as we plan.’The ‘heartbroken’ star took some time off from social media to deal with the loss, but has recently made a return where she thanked fans for their support.On Tuesday, the former Towie star said she was ‘so grateful for all of your messages,’ adding she was ‘feeling good mentally.’‘Thank you for continually checking in.’Kate has now also returned to the studio to record her popular Blended podcast, and looked in brilliant form as she admitted it was ‘good to be back.’Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, the star shared a snap from the studio featuring herself in peals of laughter, and wrote: ‘First day back recording my @blended podcast.‘It’s been a good break but it’s so good to be back!!’She teased fans on what to expect from upcoming episodes, hinting: ‘One of my guests had me in hysterics.’One of these guests happened to be her daughter, with Kate uploading a short video to her stories of them in the studio with the caption: ‘Take your daughter to work day.’And, amid her heartache, Kate experienced a kind moment from a fan as she headed out for dinner in Nandos.She revealed a woman

Blackburn Rovers and Derby County midfielder will likely have to concern himself with the price of an icy cold beer if he is to keep the punters happy at Macclesfield FC. However, his naivety when it comes to one of the most important match day purchases is not fuelled by a dislike of alcohol.Savage has previously recounted his early football days when he used to consume several large tipples of wine the night before a big match.

Former centre-back Rio Ferdinand is backing Antony to become a real crowd-pleaser at Old Trafford following confirmation of his impending arrival at Manchester United.