Scottish Government announces 'important changes' to Covid testing guidance

Greater Manchester has been enjoying much milder temperatures this week, as well as some welcome bursts of sunshine.

Sandi Toksvig has urged the British government to change its visa system so more Ukrainian refugees can be welcomed into the UK.DONATE NOW: What can you do to help Ukraine?The Extraordinary Escapes star was joined by a host of UK comedians in a video message posted on social media on Friday, in which they called for Ukrainian people who have fled their war-torn country following Russia's invasion to be welcomed into the UK "with open arms".Since Russia's invasion, 22,000 Ukrainians have applied for UK visas, but just over 1,000 have been issued. I am ready to house a Ukrainian family, as are many British people.

Good Morning Britain guest presenter Rob Rinder has spoken out about his new project designed to tackle the "raised eyebrows" of people when it comes to addressing medical negligence.Speaking exclusively with Express.co.uk, Judge Rinder, 43, spoke about his role as brand ambassador for Fletchers Solicitors and Patient Claim Line.The star, who joined GMB last year, spoke candidly about beating the stigma around claiming for medical negligence.Addressing his new project, Rob said: "One of the things that I go around trying to change is this sort of mindset about what lawyers do."You hear Patient Claim Line, and you can sort of feel the eyebrows raised, and people shrug their shoulders and roll their eyes."And it feels all a bit, not just America, but an American version, an American attitude towards lawyers," he added.Rob went on: "People laugh because they think that things like Patient Claim Line are about ambulance chasing or suing the NHS for spurious claims."And that's just not in any way how it works," he explained.The star went on to reveal why he's personally invested in the matter.Rob continued: "I know and have known a number of people that have worked in personal injury, it really mattered to me that the public understood what their legal rights are in the event that they were to experience some kind of medical negligence."And the reason that's important is because it's not taking money out of the mouths of the NHS."The star explained that a successful payout ensured that the claimant can live as normal as possible.Rob said: "What it does, in the event that you suffer a really serious injury, is that it puts you back into the position that you would have been in before that injury."That's the whole purpose of

We’ve all been there: sat in the stylist’s chair being shown your hair at the end of an appointment, a smile plastered across your face while secretly loathing your new look.Truly, there is nothing worse than a disappointing trip to the salon.There have been some appointments that made me hate my hair for months on end – too many layers, unmanageable extensions, highlights more orange than SunnyD. Luckily, though, I’ve learnt that most unsatisfying salon situations can – pretty much like most things in life – be prevented with a little preparation, speaking up about what you want, and listening to advice.

There’s no denying just how far Cole Thomson has come since he started taking his ‘miracle’ medicine.

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich the ‘green light’ to press ahead with the sale of the Stamford Bridge outfit.Abramovich has been sanctioned due to his ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin and his assets have been frozen.However, The Athletic have revealed that talks between Raine, who are the US bank in charge of selling the Blues, and the government have been held and the process of selling the club can now resume.They go on to state that the club are confident that they can get a deal over the line within the ‘next four to six weeks’ due to the high levels of interest from potential buyers.Chelsea are currently operating under a ‘special licence’ which means that staff are still being paid and season ticket holders are still able to attend home fixtures.However, the club are not able to sell tickets (home and away), sell merchandise, buy or sell players and they are also unable to negotiate contracts with players already on their books.Thus, some of their star players could now leave at the end of the season as their current deals are coming to a close.Understandably, the sanctions on Abramovich has shaken Chelsea. But Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has continued to be open about the situation and has even confirmed his desire to remain in the Stamford Bridge dugout despite the ongoing saga, says the Telegraph.

Kaiyne Woolery enjoyed a trip to England's national stadium last season with Tranmere Rovers - and taking in Scotland's equivalent with Motherwell would be just as sweet.

It’s been a rough first two years for Bob Chapek in Disney’s top job.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefSome cinemas in central Shanghai were closed from Friday in reaction to a surge in coronavirus cases in the city and other parts of China. The Shanghai Disneyland theme park announced partial restrictions that take effect from Saturday. On Saturday, Chinese authorities announced that a total of 1,649 new cases in the country had been discovered on Friday.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeGuillermo del Toro and Jane Campion have strong thoughts about filmmaking — both in execution and exhibition — in this modern streaming age. And lucky for us, they’re not afraid to share those opinions.

In February, popular Russian hip-hop artist and activist Oxxxymiron made headlines around the world when he canceled a series of concerts in his home country in protest over the invasion of Ukraine. Next week, he'll perform a series of charity concerts with proceeds benefitting Ukrainian refugees for a series entitled Russians Against War, or RAW for short.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are signing their names on an open letter which called out loosening COVID-19 policies across the world.

Heartbreak, romance and complicated relationships — Normal People is about to get a run for its money when Conversations With Friends finally hits the small screen.

Zoe Saldana is opening up about the time when a former manager encouraged her to change her name.

Bob Chapek is speaking out again.

Maralee Nichols took the next step in her court battle against Tristan Thompson, requesting a hefty amount of monthly child support for their 3-month-old son, Theo.

Royal retreat? Prince Harry will not return to the U.K. for an upcoming event in honor of his late grandfather Prince Philip. The news came as Queen Elizabeth II decided to skip the approaching Commonwealth Day Service following her COVID-19 battle.

Joey King has been seen for the first time since she revealed in early March that she has become engaged to director beau Steven Pie.The Kissing Booth actress was spotted enjoying an al fresco lunch outside the organic market Erewhon in Studio City, California with some female friends.The 22-year-old star went makeup free with her hair in a high ponytail as she wore a dark blue hoodie with tight black leggings and white sneakers. Happy gal:Joey King has been seen for the first time since she revealed in early March that she has become engaged to director beau Steven PieKing seemed to be having fun as she smiled at a outdoor table where she held up a can of soda.In front of her were several takeout containers with organic salads and pasta.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have weighed into politics after signing an open letter from The People's Vaccines.

Adam B. Vary Senior Entertainment WriterAfter weeks of internal strife and external controversy surrounding the Walt Disney Company’s lack of public response to the “Don’t Say Gay” legislation in Florida, CEO Bob Chapek announced in a company email on Friday that Disney will pause all political donations in the state during a restructuring of its political giving framework.Chapek also apologized directly to the company’s LGBTQ employees for his widely criticized messaging on the issue.“It is clear that this is not just an issue about a bill in Florida, but instead yet another challenge to basic human rights,” Chapek wrote.

Placebo have shared the details behind their first North American tour in almost a decade.The string of dates will follow the release of the band’s eighth studio album ‘Never Let Me Go’ which is set for March 25. Tickets are on sale here.The tour kicks off in Vancouver in September, with stops in Seattle, Portland, and San Francisco before it ends in New York.