SNP free school meals plan for poorer kids in 'disarray' over funding black hole

Cardi B has shared that she wrote a verse for Ice Spice‘s ‘Munch’, but scrapped it out of anxiety.In a new interview with Complex, Cardi B revealed why she hasn’t dropped new music in a while, blaming anxiety. “I just feel like I lost myself like with everything like, you know like a lot of like music commenters and everything and a lot of people just be like, you know, ‘She’s afraid to drop an album, she’s afraid to drop music,’ Cardi told Complex.

Celine Dion has reflected on her diagnosis of stiff person syndrome in a post for Stiff Person Syndrome Awareness Day, revealing the diagnosis was one of the “hardest experiences” of her life.The star announced that she had been diagnosed with the neurological disorder called stiff-person syndrome back in 2022, with the condition causing her to reschedule and cancel planned tours. The disorder primarily affects the brain and spinal cord and causes muscle stiffness, posture problems and sensory issues, as well as painful spasms.In a new post on Instagram, she shared a photo of herself with her children and offered encouraging words to others living with the condition and said she is determined to one day return to stage and “live as normal of a life as possible”.“Today the world recognizes International SPS Awareness Day”, she wrote.

Rolling Stone published a new investigation yesterday (March 16) documenting the allegations of racism, sexism, and sexually inappropriate behaviour across several shows including All That, The Amanda Show and Zoey 101.The report coincides with the launch of four-part docuseries Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV, which premiered March 17 and 18. Schneider’s representatives have responded to certain claims both on the show and in Rolling Stone‘s report.Several cast members alleged that several scenes written in Schneider-affiliated kid’s shows were sexually inappropriate.

Dominic Fike has joined Weezer for a performance of their classic hit ‘Say It Ain’t So’ – watch the footage below.Last week, Weezer announced their 30th anniversary ‘Blue Album’ tour – and to celebrate, they played a special anniversary show on March 15 at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles, with Keanu Reeves’ band Dogstar as opening acts.The 500-capacity show was intended to mirror Weezer’s first ever show at Raji’s in 1992 where Weezer themselves opened for Dogstar. Now, footage has been captured of musician and Euphoria star Dominic Fike playing ‘Say It Ain’t So’ with the band.

Death in Paradise's tropical idyll is shattered once again on Sunday evening, in the penultimate episode of the series, as DI Neville Parker and his team are hot on the case of another murder.This time, it isn't just Saint Marie that will be rocked by death as the police force are split between their home turf and the equally beautiful island of Saint Auguste after a British tourist dies in mysterious circumstances. Fans of the series will be delighted to see Josephine Jobert return as DS Florence Cassell, Neville's unrequited love, who is back from witness protection - but will she finally find romance with the Brit detective? Here's who to look out for in the guest cast of this weekend's Death in Paradise alongside regulars Ralf Little and co.

Celebrity Big Brother star Jemma Lucy has opened up about her feud with glamour model Katie Price, branding her "jealous". The 35-year-old first got a taste of fame in 2005 at age 17 when she appeared in Channel 4 reality show Brat Camp. Later, she starred in Katie Price's model search show, Signed By Katie Price, before joining MTV's Ex on the Beach for two seasons.

The forthcoming Michael Jackson biopic has been slammed by the maker of the documentary Leaving Neverland, with Dan Reed calling the movie’s script “a complete whitewash.”

A pair of runaway porcupines were found roaming around a Scots housing estate after escaping from their farm home two miles away.

Outlander fans reckon that Jamie Fraser actor Sam Heughan might be joining the Harry Potter movies after hinting at a move to the film franchise.

Princess Kate is stealing the limelight in America and leaving Meghan Markle and Prince Harry out of the public eye - according to one showbiz expert.

Rock star Steve Harley has sadly passed away at his home in Suffolk on Sunday morning after a short fight with cancer at aged 73.

Comedian and actress Helen Lederer, known for her role in Absolutely Fabulous, is about to appear on Coronation Street. Helen joins the cast as Elspeth who catches the eye of Ken Barlow, played by William Roache. In the episode to air on Wednesday 27 March, Ken spots Elspeth during a singles cocktail night at the Chariot Square Hotel.

Rock star Steve Harley has died after a short battle with cancer.The 73-year-old is believed to have died at his Suffolk home on Sunday morning, March 17. His tragic passing comes one month after he was forced to halt his tour to have treatment.

Stacey Dooley is always popping up on our TV screens, and she's back tonight (Sunday, 17 March) for series two of Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over USA.The series sees the presenter and journalist, 37, meet extraordinary people as she stays in their homes to lift the lid on their unconventional lifestyles. The TV star first shot to fame for her documentaries on important issues for the BBC, reports Birmingham Live. Back in 2008, Stacey fronted a documentary called 'Blood, Sweat and T-shirts' where she and others went to India to see how clothes are made.Ten years later in 2018, her following grew even further when she took part in Strictly Come Dancing.

Callum McLennan “House of Gods,” a Matchbox Pictures six-part series, boasting an entirely Arab Australian cast, presents a perspective seldom seen on screen, a Muslim community in Fairfield, Australia. “You can’t manufacture authenticity. Audiences are so intuitive and adept, they can smell if something is off a mile away.

Paul Simon has shared some positive news about his hearing loss in a new documentary.Last year, the veteran singer-songwriter suffered a near-total loss of hearing in his left ear which has left him struggling to perform live. In September, he admitted he hadn’t “accepted” his hearing loss but was in the process of finding a new solution which will help him return to the stage.He previously explained that his previous attempts to rehearse with his touring band didn’t go quite to plan.“I haven’t figured out how to perform with the hearing loss,” he said to the outlet back in July.

Bruno Mars reportedly owes MGM Grand Casino $50million (£39million) in gambling debt.Mars is set to enter his ninth year performing a residency in Las Vegas, but according to News Nation, the singer is paying off his debts to MGM.A “well-placed Vegas insider” has reported that Mars “owes millions” to them from gambling, alleging the total comes close to $50milion. “(MGM) basically own him,” they added.They went on to say that Mars apparently makes $90million off the deal he makes with the casino, but after paying off his debts and taxes, takes home $1.5million per night.Representatives for MGM and Mars did not respond to News Nations‘ requests for comment.Mars last released music with with Anderson .Paak as Silk Sonic, whose debut album NME rated five stars: “On ‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’, the magic is in the way that the music moves: the songs are radiant and full of joy, formed from the synergy of two relentlessly creative minds.“The album glows with appreciation for the simple but irreplaceable power of working alongside someone you trust and respect like no other — and it sounds as effortless and rewarding as an old friendship.”In other news, Mars has teamed up with Fender to create his own signature Stratocaster.

Ryan Thomas, the Corrie star who won the most recent series of Dancing On Ice, is thinking about going back to acting after getting lots of job offers. Ryan appeared on Coronation Street as Jason Grimshaw from 2000-2016 and had a recurring role in Australian soap Neighbours in 2018 as Rafael Humphreys.

Actor Joe Locke is one of the 20 celebrities swapping showbiz for the kitchen to compete in this year's Great Celebrity Bake Off in support of a charity for cancer.The seventh series is set to kick off on Sunday 17 March on Channel 4 at 7.40pm, where the 20 year old will be joined by some other big names, including Paloma Faith, Mel B, Danny Dyer, Greg James, Dermot O'Leary and Oti Mabuse. While fans will be watching Joe flex his baking skills, they're used to him starring as Charlie Spring in the hit Netflix series Heartstopper.The show burst onto our screens in 2022 and follows Joe's character Charlie and Kit Connor as Nick Nelson, two British teenage schoolboys, who meet and fall in love at the fictional Truham Grammar School.

Kate Middleton might open up about her health issues at her next public appearance, according to reports. The Princess of Wales had surgery at the London Clinic on January 16, but the details of her condition have been kept under wraps. Because of the procedure, the Palace confirmed the mum is not expected to be back on Royal duty until after Easter.

Actress Jacqueline Jossa said she has been "so much happier" after making some lifestyle changes.The mum-of-two, who frequently shares her daily routine with fans, took part in a Q&A on Instagram, saying: "Let's have a catch up , ask away." One fan took the opportunity to ask the mum if she had changed her lifestyle recently because she looks "different." The 31-year-old replied: "I really have, I will have a talk at some point but nothing drastic or too huge, just been moving so much more, trying to train three times a week, sometimes more and sometimes less and eat well. "Honestly, my mind set had just changed in the last 8 or so months and just got so into it.