Royal Mail workers stage second strike in pay row

Gyles Brandreth has shared King Charles' unique way of sending voicemails to his sons Prince William and Prince Harry, which he found "amusing". The 74-year-old This Morning star has been a friend of the Royal Family for several decades after being introduced as chairman of one of Prince Philip’s favourite charities, the National Playing Fields Association.Gyles also bonded with the King over their shared interest in popular BBC Radio 4 game, Just a Minute, on which Gyles appears frequently as a guest.READ MORE: Prince Harry 'wanted Windsor Castle but only got Frogmore Cottage', new book claimsThe UK's new monarch also told Gyles he enjoyed playing the game and liked to get his sons involved too by leaving them voicemails in the style of show, which requires contestants to speak about a subject for one minute without hesitation.

Will.i.am has claimed he was the inspiration behind Beyoncé’s ‘Break My Soul’ remix EP.Earlier this year, Beyoncé released a four-track EP featuring remixes of the ‘Renaissance’ track from the likes of Honey Dijon, Terry Hunter and Nita Aviance.According to will.i.am though, the whole thing would never have happened without him. Speaking to Metro, he said: “I was in France and her song (‘Break My Soul’) came out and I’m like, ‘I wish the beat did this.’ So I called my collab partner and we did it remotely on FYI, a collaboration tool.”The Black-Eyed Peas singer then claimed “they weren’t thinking about remixes until I sent it.”“They put out a remix EP and my song’s first one on it – and I inspired it,” he continued.

Ebanie Bridges was forced to file a police report after spotting a drone lurking outside her top-floor apartment window while she was getting dressed.Since ditching bodybuilding to become a professional boxer, Bridges has raised eyebrows with her skill in the ring, as well as with her racy weigh-ins, where she poses in skimpy lingerie.The Blonde Bomber’s antics have garnered a passionate fanbase, and she has previously revealed that she makes “thousands” by calling men “losers” as a financial dominatrix. READ MORE: Ring girl-turned-champion boxer Ebanie Bridges hits back at Khabib's 'useless' jibe Now, as the Australian prepares to defend her IBF Bantamweight title, Bridges admitted to one occasion where fans had gone too far to get an insight into their idol by piloting a drone to film her.“I was staying in Brentwood, and I was staying in these apartments where everyone kind of knew where I was because I would promote it,” she told Ray Parlour and Alan Brazil on the Pub Talk podcast.“It was a really, really hot day, I was getting ready to go out in London. I’m doing my makeup, no clothes on, naked, because I’m at the top [floor].“I looked up and I saw there was a drone right at my window, and it was just there hovering.

Emmerdale star Ryan Hawley has made an emotional plea to fans following his close friend's death.The actor, 37, played Robert Sugden on the ITV soap.Earlier this month, Ryan informed fans he would be running the 2022 London Marathon in honour of his late friend Nick who passed away from a terminal brain tumour diagnosis in November 2020 at the age of 34.READ MORE:Emmerdale's most disliked character unveiled - and the soap exit that had fans talkingRyan hopes to raise £2,000 for the St Peter & St James Hospice in Haywards Heath and has asked fans for donations.On his fundraising page, Ryan wrote: "Nick really was like a brother to me: loyal, intelligent, patient, compassionate, a fierce competitor and very, very funny."We did everything together growing up: same classes at school, played in the same football team, traveled wherever we could, made fun of each other a lot and were even best men at each other's weddings."Now I, along with his incredible wife Victoria, and 2 other friends are attempting to raise money for the hospice that provided Nick and his family with care and comfort at the end of his fight."The London Marathon 2022 will take place on Sunday, October 2.Ryan is running the 26.2 mile race alongside Nick's widow Victoria and two more of their friends.Nick was originally diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2015 and spent five years battling the disease, having planned to run the marathon himself before his health deteriorated.He is survived by Victoria and the couple's two young twin girls.To fans, Ryan added: "It would mean the world to me to be able to show my appreciation to this Hospice that cared for my friend and family when he needed it most!"The actor exited Emmerdale in November 2019 when his character

Louise Redknapp has unveiled a stunning hair transformation that her fans have labelled "divine". The former Eternal star usually has long, flowing locks but is now sporting a choppy bob that her admirers reckon is the height of chic.She unveiled the makeover on Instagram with a set of snaps showing off her gorgeous new do.READ MORE: Louise Redknapp explains reason she gave up dating after split from husband JamieCaptioned "Chop chop", the first snap showed Louise's hair in a fetching side-parting and styled into soft waves that just grazed her shoulders.Her locks, in eye-catching honey tones, perfectly framed her face as she served up an intense stare at the camera.Louise struck a different pose in her second snap, which showed her turned to the side and smiling coquettishly over one shoulder as she snuggled into her baggy grey blazer.Fans flocked to the comments section to drop flaming hot emojis after the 47-year-old unveiled her sizzling new look."Omgggggg yesss," posted one fan, while another declared she looked "fierce"."Absolutely STUNNING," wrote another admirer.One fan said they were "obsessed" with Louise's tresses."Cuteness overload," said another of her followers.Some fans said the star had inspired them to get their hair cut off too.One posted: "Divine! I'm going for it next week!""I'm definitely getting the chop now!" said another.It seems it isn't only new hair that Louise is trying out, as last month it was reported that she was back on the dating scene.For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here.The star was married to footy ace Jamie Redknapp for almost 20 years and they share two sons, but they split in 2017.

dropped the bombshell that her rollercoaster of a relationship had ended last week. That was after Icardi, 29, had previously denied they'd broken up on social media.But he's now spoken out too with some shocking posts of his own.

Tyson Fury has seemingly announced his next opponent after British rival Anthony Joshua failed to meet his self-imposed contract deadline. The Gypsy King, 34, was scheduled to finally put to bed his long-standing conflict with Joshua in Cardiff on December 3rd. However, the bout has been called off after AJ missed Monday's 5pm deadline to file the required paperwork.And it seems Fury, who already has one eye on a March unification showdown against Oleksandr Usyk, has wasted no time in naming his next opponent with German heavyweight Mahmoud Charr ready to step in to replace Joshua.READ MORE: Anthony Joshua spotted dishing out cash to youths on estate he grew up on"Looking forward to fighting a man who wants to fight and has fire and desire," Fury wrote to his 5.7million Instagram followers.

Aston Villa striker has slammed Nunez and labelled him the worst Premier League signing of the season so far after his slow start to his Liverpool career. Despite scoring in his first two competitive appearances for the Reds, Nunez has not netted since and was sent off on his home debut against Crystal Palace last month.Speaking on talkSPORT, via Sport Bible, Agbonlahor did not hold back with his analysis of the Uruguayan after being asked to name the worst top flight summer signing.READ MORE: Borussia Dortmund 'keeping tabs' on Liverpool ace Naby Keita for free transfer next summer“When I look at Nunez as well," explained Agbonlahor.

Demi Rose has won her fans over once again with one of her most sensational outfit snaps yet. While the 27-year-old regularly shares her outfit snaps to her 19.9million Instagram followers, her latest look has definitely won her fans' favour as she opted for a lingerie top and a dramatic bottom.

Kourtney Kardashian dropped in on Instagram Monday night to share behind-the-scenes content before her Lemme vitamin launch.The 43-year-old businesswoman uploaded a carousel for her 198 million followers to enjoy as she teased the forthcoming product line.The first slide showed the reality TV star in an oversized white jersey and pink knee-high boots.  New post: Kourtney Kardashian dropped in on Instagram Monday night to share behind-the-scenes content before her Lemme vitamin launchThe mom-of-three wrote in the caption, '@lemme tell you how much fun this whole adventure has been to create something that I am so proud of!'Photos from a bright colored creative shoot featured a lavender backdrop as the media star shot various takes. Kourtney, who married drummer Travis Barker in May, continued in the post, 'I am beaming with excitement that @lemme launches in 15 hours!! 9am pst!'The official Instagram account for the line of wellness supplements already has 219,000 followers.

A post shared by Alec Baldwin (@alecbaldwininsta)The actor told how he has had a "broken heart" multiple times in the past year, citing his family as his "reason for living".Hsaring a series of snaps of hils children, he told his 2.5 million followers: "These kids. All of them born in 212.Same hospital."First four in the same room.

Nicole Williams English showed off her large baby bump while in Beverly Hills on Monday. The 38-year-old model wore a tiny black Fox top which ended high on her stomach. She added a pair of blue and white striped pants and black, blue and white sneakers while shopping.  Baby bump: Nicole Williams English showed off her large baby bump while in Beverly Hills on MondayShe carried a black leather handbag and a white shopping bag held in the crook of her elbow.  Williams English was shopping for baby clothes at English Rabbit, a luxury children's boutique. She protected her eyes from the harsh Southern California sun with reflective rainbow lenses.  Tiny top: The 38-year-old model wore a tiny black Fox top which ended high on her stomach Holding quite a bit: She carried a black leather handbag and a white shopping bag held in the crook of her elbow Getting the necessities: Williams English was shopping for baby clothes at English Rabbit, a luxury children's boutique First child: Williams English revealed she was expecting her first child with her husband, ex-NFL player Larry English, back in JulyHer dark locks were parted in the middle and fell in slight waves down her back. Williams English revealed she was expecting her first child with her husband, ex-NFL player Larry English, back in July. She was walking the runway for Sports Illustrated Swim with her husband when she untied her robe to reveal a bikini and her pregnant stomach.  Big moment: She was walking the runway for Sports Illustrated Swim with her husband when she untied her robe to reveal a bikini and her pregnant stomach Embrace: She was walking the runway for Sports Illustrated Swim with her husband when she untied her robe to reveal a bikini and her pregnant

Teresa Giudice was eliminated from Dancing With The Stars on Monday after finishing in the bottom two again during Elvis Night on the Disney+ show.The 50-year-old reality star and pro partner Pasha Pashkov, 36, became the second couple to leave after head judge Len Goodman, 78, made the final decision to save Cheryl Ladd, 71, and her pro partner Louis van Amstel, 50.'I had so much fun with Pasha, this is something that I've always wanted to do. And I finally did it. I wanted to dance my whole life and I finally did it at 50,' Teresa said after she was eliminated.

Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith started their week by heading out for a late night dinner.The 44-year-old actor and his 36-year-old wife were all smiles while walking hand-in-hand at Nobu in Malibu on Monday evening.The Fringe star was ever so chivalrous, holding his wife's purse while helping her out of their vehicle. Dinner date: Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith started their week by heading out for a late night dinnerJackson stepped out with a plain white t-shirt with a gold chain dangling around his neck.His t-shirt was tucked into brown wide-legged pants with a brown belt as he walked into the restaurant with his wife of nearly three years.

The Go! Team have shared new song "Divebomb," the first singlefrom the U.K. group's new album Get Up Sequences Part Two. "Divebomb" features Detroit rapper IndigoYaj and is a pro-choice protest song.

John Travolta shared a special tribute to Olivia Newton-John on his Instagram story earlier Monday on what would have been her 74th birthday. The Grease actor, 68, remembered his former co-star and close friend by wishing her a happy birthday.The actress suddenly passed away earlier last month on August 8, after her breast cancer returned in 2017 as stage four. Her death caused a wave of tributes  to pour out as individuals around the world mourned her death.  Birthday tribute: On what would have been her 74th birthday, John Travolta, 68, shared a birthday tribute to the last actress on his Instagram earlier Monday The Saturday Night Fever star uploaded a photo of both Olivia and himself from their iconic roles as Danny and Sandy from the 1978 musical film, Grease.  He typed out, 'Happy birthday my Olivia,' in a caption underneath the photo that he shared onto his Instagram story. The two stars first met on the set of Grease in 1978, and retained a strong friendship for 44 years until her passing. In a past interview with People, Olivia talked to the publication about the hit film and the bond that John and herself made following its success. 'At the premiere you got the feeling from the energy that something was happening.

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Naman Ramachandran Propstore has revealed details of its annual live action auction of film and TV memorabilia, with the items on offer expected to fetch in excess of $12.6 million. Over 1,500 lots will be sold during the auction. Top items to be sold at the auction – with estimated sale prices – include: • Superman’s (Christopher Reeve) complete costume from the Superman franchise (1978-1987): $287,270-574,540. • Darth Vader’s (Dave Prowse) gloves from “Star Wars: A New Hope” (1977): $172,362-287,270.

West Lothian BT and Openreach staff staged fresh strike action today and will continue tomorrow, joining thousands of colleagues from around the country as part of an ongoing pay dispute .