The Iron Lady of Glyndebourne dragging opera into the 21st century

life savings. Now, the sight of it makes her stomach churn. When they bought two flats in the block in 2015, the couple, both 58, intended to use them as security for their retirement. The plan was to rent the flats out, using the income to cover the mortgage and service charge, with the hope that one day they would increase in value. Back then, the flats were valued at £180,000 each.

Holly Willoughby left her followers feeling thoughtful after she shared an adorable snap with her son Harry, 13, before he goes back to school. The This Morning host, 41, has had a summer away from fans' screens and seems to have been making the most of her free time with her kids, who also include Belle, 11, and Chester, seven.

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has revealed that his mum "hates" his beard and that he only keeps it through sheer laziness.Keane's face was as smooth as a baby's bottom during his playing days, but that has all changed in recent years. A couple of years ago, the Irishman began sporting black and grey bushy facial hair, a look now synonymous with the 51-year-old.The former United captain's beard is currently looking as resplendent as ever, and it was the subject of intense questioning during an appearance by Keane on the 90min Football YouTube channel.

has denied a Pitchfork report published last week in which three women accused him of inappropriate sexual interactions and another person accused him of sexual assault.“I can’t continue,” Feist, 46 wrote of her “incredibly difficult” choice in a lengthy letter posted on Twitter that explained her thought process.“To stay on tour would symbolize I was either defending or ignoring the harm caused by Win Butler and to leave would imply I was the judge and jury,” she wrote. “I was never here to stand for or with Arcade Fire — I was here to stand on my own two feet on a stage.” “The Bad In Each Other” artist said her songs ultimately made the decision for her after she played them during the tour’s first two dates.“Hearing them through this lens was incongruous with what I’ve worked to clarify for myself through my whole career,” she wrote.“I’ve always written songs to name my own subtle difficulties, aspire to my best self and claim responsibility when I need to.

TELLURIDE – Almost a century after its initial publication, D.H. Lawrence’s “Lady Chatterley’s Lover” is still captivating enough on the page to spur new cinematic and episodic adaptations every few years.

UFC London in July after a lengthy lay-off - and is ready to kickstart a winning streak in Paris this weekend. The Prospect takes on Charles Jourdain to open the main card in the first ever UFC event in France, having been inspired by his purposeful victory over Charles Rosa which came on his featherweight debut in July.

Geordie Shore's James Tindale has shared who he thinks has had the biggest transformation on the show out of all of his housemates.The reality TV hunk chatted exclusively to the Daily Star about his time on the show and the pending big reunion, which will have the stars coming back together on screen once more.Looking back on his co-stars' reality TV journeys, James said: "Everyone has changed, but some people you look back, years ago I thought I never see them settling down and having kids.READ MORE : Charlotte Crosby says she will give birth to first child on camera for new TV show "I would say, Marnie. Can you remember Marnie when she first came in? She was playing the lads off and was a proper flirt and now she's got two babies and is happy with Casey and he is a really nice bloke as well."So, I would say Marnie obviously has changed a lot.

Chelsea and West Ham are among four Premier League clubs to have been added to UEFA's Financial Fair Play watchlist. The duo, along with Manchester City and Leicester City, will be "monitored closely in the upcoming period" and have been asked by UEFA to give "additional financial information" during that time.

interview with glossy mag The Cut saw the Duchess of Sussex make a number of bold claims, and there were even subtle hints that she and Harry might consider resuming royal positions in the future. She told reporter Allison P Davis: "I think forgiveness is really important.

puppy who was found unconscious in a dumpster has made a remarkable two month transformation. Dawn was "almost dead" when she was discovered with severe injuries at a CDMX dump in Mexico on January 3 this year.

READ MORE: Superfit model, 76, leaves fans gushing as she flaunts ripped body in gymwearIn the first snap, the mum edited her breasts to make them look bigger and perkier, while her waist and head were smaller.The second one was an unedited snap, while the third image was a side-by-side comparison of the two. She told her 2.7million Instagram fans that "this is not what I look like..." Bethenny added: "And you know that because I'm not vain and show you the real me."But if I posted a version of this every day you might start to believe that it might be.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Serena Williams, considered by many to be the greatest women’s tennis player ever, is also the GOAT on Twitter among female athletes. Williams was defeated by Ajla Tomlijanovic of Australia during their women’s singles third-round match Friday at the 2022 U.S. Open. The loss likely marks the end of Williams’ 27-year tennis career, as she earlier this month said she planned to retire after playing in the U.S. Open. “It’s been the most incredible ride and journey I’ve ever been on in my life,” an emotional Williams said in an on-court interview after the match, which was broadcast on ESPN.

From the moment it was published in 1928, D.H. Lawrence’s steamy romance of a commoner and artistocratic wife has met with outrage and enduring popularity. It was so scandalous an unexpurgated version never appeared until an obscenity trial in Britain in 1960 was won by the publisher of the uncut version, leading to 3 million more in sales, not to mention the several film and tv versions that have been tried throughout the years including a 1955 film that itself was subject to cries for censorship. Now French actress and filmmaker Laure deClermont-Tonnerre has given it a new whirl in an uninhibited and sexy, but quite respectable, version starring Emma Corrin (The Crown) as Connie who marries happily into England’s upper crust only to have a raging affair with her husband’s new gameskeeper, Oliver Mellors played by Jack O’Connell. This thing , without the right and convincing chemistry between the two lovers, both married to others, could fall flat as a souffle. Fortunately these are two exceptionally talented actors who pull it all off – in more ways than one.

"There is still a family life to be enjoyed. I'm enjoying every minute that is left before they fly the nest," she declared.She is deeply fond of both her 24-year-old son Harry and 22-year-old daughter Rose.Kim admitted that she has "modified her work" schedule as a result of her urge to spend more time with family.However, she also has an opposing urge - to take to the road and appear before audiences of adoring fans."There is this irresistible lure to get out there and do what we do with our band and play our songs," she added to The Irish News."I think [the fans] are probably relieved I haven't popped my clogs!" the star joked.She clarified that the crowds seem to enjoy her performances "more and more" each year.However, being torn between two worlds - the simple life pottering around in the garden and making memories with her family, and her fast-paced and exciting touring lifestyle - drew her towards a solution.The Kids in America hitmaker became an award-winning landscape gardener and quickly gained presenting slots on BBC and Channel 4.In 2005, her courtyard garden at the Chelsea Flower Show earned her gold status from the Royal Horticultural Society.Kim has also spoken of not wanting to be lured by "fame and fortune", confiding that she feels it can cause some stars to disappear down a "rabbit hole".Despite 14 studio albums and tours with Michael Jackson and David Bowie, Kim has been careful to keep her feet firmly on the ground.If the singer does stick to her down to earth values, she believes a music career can sustain her "throughout life"."It will always feed your soul.

Peter Debruge Chief Film Critic These days, with rappers singing about “wet-ass pussy” and Ana de Armas simulating a presidential blow job in “Blonde,” it’s hard to imagine a world in which a couple four-letter words are enough to get a book banned. In the case of D.H. Lawrence’s notorious 1928 novel “Lady Chatterley’s Lover,” it was more than just the sex talk that riled the censors (the 1955 French film version was banned because it “promoted adultery”), although the book certainly seems tame by the standards of “Fifty Shades of Grey” and whatever gynecological surprises an un-Safe Google search might turn up. How then to approach Lawrence’s controversial classic today, when audiences have seemingly seen it all, but still find themselves surfing for titillation on Netflix (judging by the streamer’s T&A-skewing Top 10 lists)? In an admirable bid to make “Lady Chatterley’s Lover” at once respectable and arousing, French director Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre (“Mustang”) embraces the erotic nature of its source, while making it something you can still recommend to your mom, assuming she’s got nothing against a nude romp in the rain.

Alissa Simon Film Critic This fall, Arab filmmakers will be out in force at such prestigious international fests as Venice and Toronto. Venice alone boasts six features from first- and second-time Arab directors in its official sections, plus an additional six works-in-progress at its Final Cut Production Bridge. Meanwhile, Toronto opens with “The Swimmers,” a drama from U.K. helmer Sally El Hosaini based on the journey of Syrian sisters and Olympic hopefuls Yusra and Sara Mardini, who fled the war in their home country for Germany. Yusra competed in the 2016 and 2021 Summer Olympics. An additional six Arab films will screen at the Canadian fest. Dek: Arab filmmakers embrace genres and issues as festivals and distributors take notice

Alissa Simon Film Critic By ALISSA SIMON  Actress, producer and musician Trace Lysette, known for her recurring role as Shea on all five seasons of Amazon’s “Transparent,” and for her appearance alongside Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu in “Hustlers,” takes her career to a new level with a heart-rending turn in the title role of Venice competition title “Monica.”  • What drew you to this project? What stuck out to me most are the universal themes. A lot of people can relate to a loved one nearing the end of this physical life. Also, just the fact that families in general go through a lot together. There are strains on relationships, drama, humor, sadness… all of these things. This movie just happens to place a trans woman at the center of it all and we get to see it through her eyes. Which unfortunately is very rare and maybe even unheard of in film.  

The couple had only been dating for a few months when Lorri got down on one knee.Reflecting on how the unexpected news was received by her close circle, Ferne told Express.co.uk there was “nothing but positivity.”She added: “All people ever want for their loved ones and friends is for them to be happy.”Asked about Vicky’s reaction to her happy news, Ferne gushed over her “positive” friend supporting her.1662618She said: “Vicky’s one of the most positive people I know.“She roots for all her friends and she’s just happy I’m happy.“Since first meeting Vik, both our lives have changed so much and it's nice we’re both in places that we’re happy.”Vicky revealed at the beginning of the year that she was engaged to her boyfriend Ercan Ramadan.Ercan popped the question during a sunset proposal in Dubai, in a moment she shared on social media.The reality star uploaded a series of pictures of the romantic moment to give her followers an insight.She captioned the post: “I choose you and I'll choose you over and over without pause, without a doubt, in a heartbeat…“It'll always be you.To our forever @ercan_ram…”In turn, Ferne confirmed her engagement on Instagram with a post shared in view of her 2.9 million followers back in July.Ferne posted a picture of herself passionately kissing her fiancé while putting her ring on full display.She later told Express.co.uk more details about the special moment she said “yes” to Lorri during a trip to France.Ferne said: “Well I can’t say too much on that because you’ll have to watch my show.

Some of Manchester’s trendiest and most well-known independent businesses are railing against a plan to pedestrianise a city centre square — because it doesn’t go far enough.

Still causing all that conversation. The controversial lyrics on Beyoncé‘s seventh studio album, Renaissance, are far from the first scandal she’s faced.

READ MORE: Two navy officers sacked for swapping nuclear sub emails and putting UK security at risk The ships have been dogged by a string of hitches, which include refits overrunning, delays sourcing vital spare parts, ­engines conking out and even a lack of trained sailors to man them.It means instead of spearheading the nation’s naval power around the globe, the 8,000-ton vessels have been stranded in port. In 2021 three of them spent the ­entire year tied up in dock because of technical problems or a lack of crew.Many of the problems have been blamed on the ships’ high-tech power systems, which can overheat.Pete Sandeman, director of the Navy Lookout publication, said: “A decision was made by government in 2000 to take a risk with an innovative gas ­turbine design that did not pay off.“As a consequence, the Type 45 ­destroyers have been plagued by ­significant propulsion problems since they entered service.” Between the start of 2018 and the end of 2021 the six ships in the fleet were at sea for 2,841 days out of a possible 8,766 days.