Opinion: Last News

Some parents go to extreme lengths to make their kids stand out from the crowd. Instead of choosing traditional names, they go for monikers that will ensure their child sounds unique for the rest of their lives. While these choices can be very cute, they may also be rather Marmite.

The annual Christmas channel has returned to screens earlier than ever - a whole 111 days before December 25 to be exact.The channel is named GREAT! Xmas and is available to Sky, Virgin Media and Freeview customers through to January 8, 2025. It runs back-to-back Christmas movies and didn't hit screens last year until September 7.

Lorraine Kelly has been left horrified as she gave her opinion on the chaos that fans are experiencing trying to get their hands on Oasis tickets for the 2025 reunion tour.

Brian Graham reckons Brendan Rodgers can lead Celtic to ANOTHER invincible season and even believes the Hoops will go on and win the next 10 Premiership titles.

Jessica Kiang If you’re one of those people whose first instinct in cases of youth violence is to blame the parents, “The Quiet Son,” the new Venice-competing title from directors Delphine and Muriel Coulin (“17 Girls”) has a valuable perspective, telling the believably downbeat story of a 22-year-old French guy who becomes embroiled in right-wing street politics, exclusively from the point of view of his loving but uncomprehending father. If, however, you’re already of the opinion that the issue is more complex than simple parental negligence, the solidly straightforward film has less to offer, as it states and restates the problem of rising, increasingly aggressive alt-right sympathies among young, working class populations, without providing any novel or particularly useful insights into it.

Alissa Simon Film Critic A wide range of Egyptian films dominate the Arabic-language selection in Venice this year, including two feature debuts — from Khaled Mansour and Muhammed Hamdy — that represent new directions in Egyptian cinema. Mansour is behind the endearing, audience-friendly “Seeking Haven for Mr.

Joaquin Phoenix is addressing his latest career move.

Janette Manrara weighed in on the Strictly Come Dancing controversy as the hit series approaches its 20th year.

Janette Manrara has said 'it would not be fair' on the new contestants as she was asked whether the recent controversy surrounding Strictly Come Dancing will be addressed when the hit programme returns in a matter of days.

Virgin River enthusiasts have expressed their disappointment over what they consider an "awful" wardrobe decision for Mel Monroe (portrayed by Alexandra Breckenridge) in the show's fifth season. As fans eagerly anticipate the release of season six, many are calling for a significant makeover in Mel's fashion choices, criticising the outfits from the last season as being too matronly.

Meghan Markle has reportedly faced a significant setback with another Hollywood rejection which comes as a blow to the Duchess's efforts to revitalise her career momentum in 2024.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Amazon insisted that its Alexa voice-enabled assistant does not have any political opinions — and that Alexa’s responses explaining why someone should vote for VP Kamala Harris were a mistake. On Tuesday, users on social media shared videos showing Alexa providing disparate responses to the question “Why should I vote for Donald Trump?” and “Why should I vote for Kamala Harris?” When asked about voting for Trump, Alexa replied, “I cannot provide content that promotes a specific political party or a specific candidate.” But when asked about voting for Harris, Alexa in some cases gave a detailed list of reasons why someone should vote for the Democrat in November’s presidential election — including that she is a “strong candidate with a proven track record of accomplishment.” Fox Business also compiled varying responses to the questions, which the outlet said depended on the model of Amazon device being used.

Former Manchester United hero Nicky Butt has shut down suggestions that Marcus Rashford 'doesn't care' - but he admits the forward might have to leave the club.

Even though I've had the privilege of staying in some of the world's top hotels for work, when it comes to a cosy night's sleep at a reasonable price, Premier Inn is unbeatable in my opinion. So when the popular hotel chain announced a revamp of their rooms, I was eager to check them out.

Channel 5 aired a new episode of 22 Kids and Counting on Sunday evening, which left fans surprised with a change in format.

A woman revealed how her alternative career "saved her" after a "botched" breast augmentation left her unable to work.

For many of us, a morning routine is vital to kick-start the day.

A majority of Scots back the introduction of long-term rent controls to ease the country's housing crisis, a new poll has found.

Airdrie boss Rhys McCabe insists there won’ t be any extra effort to beat Hamilton Accies in Saturday’s Lanarkshire derby, because it’s just another game.

I must admit, I popped into M&S over the weekend for a little payday indulgence. With their recent collections tugging at my purse strings, I was eager to see what the new season had in store.

Venice Film Festival, warning “cinema journalism is at risk of extinction” if studios and publicists continue to keep them at arm’s length. While stars and filmmakers including Cate Blanchett and Sigourney Weaver are participating in red carpet appearances and press conferences — along with a handful of select interviews with top media outlets — the bulk of journalists attending the fest have been denied access to big name talent.