Scrapping controversial HS2 branch would ‘jeopardise’ Wigan's future and impact ‘already fragile’ economy

Pussy Riot’s Masha Alyokhina has escaped from Russia as president Vladimir Putin continues to crack down on dissidents in the country.Alyokhina, along with her bandmates, has been arrested and imprisoned multiple times over the past decade and more for publicly protesting Putin’s rule, most recently last year when she was detained for 48 hours after attending protests encouraging others to protest on social media.Amid the continued Russian invasion of Ukraine, a new story in The New York Times reveals that Alyokhina was under house arrest and, when authorities decided to turn that into a 21-day jail sentence last month, she decided to flee Russia.The story outlines Alyokhina’s escape, which included posing as a food courier and being placed on Russia’s wanted list after being refused entry into Belarus on account of her Russian passport having been confiscated by authorities.The report then reveals that Icelandic artist Ragnar Kjartansson was able to assist Alyokhina in getting her a travel document from a European country that allowed her to travel freely from Russia to the EU. It adds that she has now travelled to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania.“I still don’t understand completely what I’ve done,” she said in the piece.

Halsey has spoken out after their recent admission to hospital, saying they’re grappling several issues, but won’t let that stop them from touring this year.The artist was hospitalised recently following a severe allegic reaction (anaphylaxis) associated with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Sjogren’s syndrome, mast cell activation syndrome, and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).In a series of videos posted to hehttps://www.nme.com/wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=pager Instagram Story yesterday (May 10), Halsey – who can be seen wearing a heart monitor – explained how she has struggled with her health  mvideos that she didn’t want fans to worry, and that she has begun a treatment plan amid rehearsals for her upcoming tour. “I’m really excited and confident that I’m going to be able to do it in a way that’s healthy, where I can perform my best for all of you,” Halsey said.“Honestly, I’m just so excited to be going on tour, because it just keeps my mind off of everything and it keeps my body healthy because I’m so active and doing cardio everyday.”Halsey’s ‘Love And Power’ tour – in support of their 2021 album ‘If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power’, begins on May 17 in Florida, with dates scheduled up until July 9 where the run ends in California.On the shows ahead, Halsey mentioned that they would be “delving into this weird body-horror about everything I’ve been experiencing – feeling like my body is rebelling against me a little bit.

AleXa has shed light on how her mother’s search for her biological family became her motivation to pursue a career as an idol in South Korea.Earlier this year, while speaking to Korea JoongAng Daily, the Korean-American K-pop singer revealed that her mother had been adopted by a family in the United States at age 5. Since then, her mother has spent years looking for ways to connect with her biological parents.AleXa has since opened up about the search in a new interview with St.

Dan Walker, 45, is leaving BBC Breakfast after joining the programme in 2016, as he moves to Channel 5 News later this month. Dan took to Twitter this morning to reveal he had "forgotten" to set an alarm for work this morning, "for the first time in 6 years" to the dismay of his fans.Dan took to Twitter to address the blunder, in view of his 755,800 followers.Along with a picture of him and Sally Nugent, as well as a close-up of his footwear choice and purple socks, Dan told his followers what had happened.He said: "My last ever Wednesday on #BBCBreakfast and guess what? I forgot to set my alarms for the first time in 6 years."Thankfully the body clock kicked in and I wasn’t too late.

Leo Barraclough International Features EditorCondor has picked up French rights to Saim Sadiq’s drama “Joyland” ahead of its world premiere in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard. The title, the first Pakistani film to be selected in Cannes, will vie for the Caméra d’Or.Film Constellation is representing international sales rights.

Marta Balaga Paris-based Celluloid Dreams has boarded Antonio Lukich’s upcoming feature “From Ukraine to Luxembourg,” currently in post-production and aiming to premiere in the fall.The Ukrainian director debuted in 2019 with “My Thoughts Are Silent,” a dramedy about a sound recordist asked to record animal sounds from Western Ukraine. But here is the catch: his mother decides to join him. The film was awarded a Special Jury Prize at Karlovy Vary’s East of the West section.In “From Ukraine to Luxembourg,” starring Ramil Nasirov, Amil Nasirov, Natalia Gnitii and Liumyla Sachenko, two twin brothers have to deal with the disappearance of their father.

Liverpool fans think Luis Diaz has a problem with Mohamed Salah after the Egyptian's performance against Tottenham. Salah wasted several good chances when he might have been better off passing to Diaz as the Reds' title hopes took a big hit with a 1-1 draw at Anfield.

Good Morning Britain as she discussed her IQ and how it influences her romances. The clever blonde confessed that she only dates men with a high IQ and asks them to do a test when they head off on a date to ensure they're on a similar intelligence level.

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul could move a step closer this week with the pair set to hold crunch talks over the phone.Rumours have long circulated over a potential fight between former heavyweight champ Tyson, 55, and YouTube brat-turned-boxer Paul, 25. Both men have spoken in the past about their willingness for a meeting in the ring, and Iron Mike gave it the go-ahead once again during an appearance on Bill Maher's podcast.The Baddest Man on the Planet revealed: "I’m going to call him [Paul] sometime on Friday and we’re going to talk." Asked if he would accept the bout should talks progress, he confirmed: "Absolutely."Tyson hasn't stepped foot in the ring for two years since his shock comeback against Roy Jones Jr in 2020. On that occasion, the 55-year-old laboured to a draw over eight rounds.

often accused of being a pervert because he sleeps with sex dolls daily.He first became famous after marrying a sex doll called Margo at a bonkers ceremony in December 2019.Dozens of guests attended while video footage showed Yuri, from Kazakhstan, slipping a ring on Margo’s finger before planting a kiss on her.And during their first dance as husband and wife, many may have thought the love would last forever.But the unusual relationship has since ended after Yuri cheated on her with a strange object.He eventually divorced her to enter into a polyamorous marriage with plastic models, Luna and Lola.Earlier this year Yuri, 36, spoke to Daily Star about his love of sex dolls, saying: “You are not harming anyone, and no one will write a letter to the police on you.“Someone may like the fact that the doll is motionless and does not react.“It's akin to necrophilia, but again, a doll is an eco-friendly way to fulfil such a need.”Japanese man Akihiko Kondo has been married for four years… to a hologram of a fictional character.But last month we told you how the wacky marriage was on the rocks after a software update prevented his wife from speaking.He married the hologram of Hatsune Miku, a computer-generated pop singer, in 2018 in front of 40 guests at a £13,500 ceremony.

Labour leader Keir Starmer has said he would resign if fined by the police over the Beergate allegations, and we want to know if you think he's made the right call.

Ryan Thomas was left slightly red-faced after his The Games wardrobe malfunction was captured on camera. The former Coronation Street star is currently competing in the ITV show, a reboot of the Channel 4 programme last aired in 2006.

Singer Peter Andre has spoken out for the first time since comments made about him dominated proceedings on the first day of the Wagatha Christie libel trial between Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy on Tuesday (10 May).

The Australian Rapunzel' has wowed the internet with her impressively long locks.The 23-year-old, from Sydney, became a TikTok sensation due to her Princess-like tresses and for sharing her hair care tips with her 1.3million followers.Her hair currently measures just over four feet – and she’s said she’ll try and grow it to five.“I started growing my hair about five years ago and at that time it was waist length,' she previously told FEMAIL.“I didn't purposely start growing it, but I just only ever got trims and have never had a big haircut before - people [then] started recognising me for my long hair.”Of course, she hasn’t achieved this impressive length without proper hair care and maintenance.The Sydney-local regularly shares how exactly she looks after her hair and her best tips for hair growth.In one video she went into detail about her nighttime hair routine, which the 23-year-old starts by using a detangling hairbrush to get rid of any knots in her hair.Then she applies Argan oil to the ends of her hair, which is known to add moisture and help protect hair from everyday damage.It may also help prevent hair loss for thicker, fuller hair.Following this, she puts her hair in a plait to help keep it contained during the night and wears a silk bonnet.Black women have been using silk bonnets for years, as they are known to help with hair breakage and assist in keeping hair soft and shiny.The Aussie Rapunzel is also a big proponent of people doing rosemary rinses, oiling their roots and doing scalp massages.She regularly says that these are some of the best ways to help with hair growth.The influencer also recommends purchasing good quality haircare brushes, conditioning well and getting haircuts as soon as her hair

New laws to protect Lanarkshire residents' access to cash and help victims of financial scams were announced by Her Majesty the Queen today.

A former Tory councillor has said the party has no direction, as she revealed she has quit the Conservatives in the aftermath of the council elections last week.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard will return to the courtroom in their high-profile defamation case.MORE: Johnny Depp: Everything Kate Moss has said following surprise celebration at trialFollowing a week-long hiatus, Amber will be called to the stand for cross-examination by Johnny's lawyers – and there's one comment sure to be brought to the forefront. WATCH: Johnny Depp testifies in court against Amber HeardIn footage from inside the trial, Johnny and his legal team could be seen celebrating after Amber made reference to the star’s former girlfriend, Kate Moss.READ: Johnny Depp's daughter pays tribute to her mom amid Amber Heard court dramaMORE: Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial: The most explosive moments so farAmber alleged that in a 2015 argument with her husband, she became concerned that he would harm her sister, Whitney, who was present at the time.

Devastating scenes are on the horizon for Emmerdale fans as ITV has announced that fan-favourite Faith Dingle will soon to discover that her breast cancer has returned. In episodes set to air later this week, the Dingle matriarch - played by actress Sally Dexter - will be informed by medical professionals of the tragic diagnosis.

Homes Under The Hammer host Martin Roberts, 58, took to social media to share a message with his fans. He posted a message on Monday while out on a walk at his “favourite place in the world” and told fans he felt “lucky” as well as “thankful”.Martin said he didn’t want to “preach” but he urged fans to visit A&E immediately “if you have any symptoms like the ones I had”.The property star underwent life-saving emergency surgery after fluid had gathered around his heat last month.The property expert wrote, in view of his 51,000 Twitter followers: “So…gradually trying to get back to normality.“Big week of tests to try to establish the cause of the crisis and sort out my lungs."“Meanwhile I’m trying to be positive but it’s hard not to sometimes reflect on the “What if’s...”“But Wear Sunscreen helps.”Martin included a link to the uplifting Baz Luhrmann song Everybody's Free To Wear Sunscreen in his tweet.Martin described his recovery as "a second chance" at life after he was rushed to hospital with "hours to live" in April.He has also shared details of his experience, including that he had an eight-inch syringe plunged into his heart by doctors while he was awake due to a rare condition called cardiac tamponade.The syringe helped drain fluid from Martin’s heart.In a recent interview, Martin said: "I feel so very lucky to be here.

It's hardly been a case of baby steps for Angeball.

A Greater Manchester MP has claimed he has been given "assurances" by the transport secretary that a planned HS2 link line is to be scrapped.