'The Masked Singer' 2024 - 3 Judges Return, 1 Is Leaving & 1 Is Joining!

Notorious former UK government spin doctor Alastair Campbell was pondering legal action against the BBC 20 years ago over its reporting of the controversies surrounding the Iraq War.

The BBC‘s latest Agatha Christie adaptation concluded last night neck-and-neck in the ratings with ITV‘s Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? from over the Easter Weekend.

It’s 1969 when the midwives and nurses of Nonnatus House return to help deliver lots more babies - and some of their best scenes yet. Series thirteen of Call the Midwife returns with a guest appearance from comic Rosie Jones and two new faces join the team. All our old favourites are back too - and writer Heidi Thomas tells us what’s coming up.

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin has spoken about why he believes eco-friendly tours make “business sense” in the music industry.The British band embarked on their ‘Music Of The Spheres‘ tour last year with a renewed focus on environmental sustainability.The new initiatives included cutting direct emissions by 50 per cent compared to their last tour in 2016 and 2017, using 100 per cent renewable energy and having solar installations at every venue.

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky enjoyed a family day out as they visited Aspen, Colorado, just a couple of days after Christmas.The Umbrella singer, 35, was snapped doting on her two children RZA, one, and Riot Rose, four months, as she sported a rather relaxed look. Rihanna donned a grey jumper for the occasion and kept her hair back in braids. She added some glamour to the low-key ensemble with some diamond earrings.

Rosie Marcel, who stars in BBC's Holby City, has shared that her husband was rushed to hospital after suffering a plural effusion and a partially collapsed lung.The actress, known for playing Jac Naylor, posted worrying pictures of paramedics at their home on Instagram. In one photo, Rosie's husband Ben Stacey is seen sitting on their cream sofa while a paramedic attends to him, along with the caption: "And now this." Rosie captioned another one of the images: "My poor hubby has a plural effusion and a partially collapsed lung." She explained that he was sent home from the hospital earlier but his pain worsened, leading them to call an ambulance. "He was sent home this morning but the pain worsened and we had to call an ambulance.

Emily Andre has shared a rare glimpse at her two young children on holiday as they prepare to ring in the New Year in the UAE.The proud mum, who is pregnant with the couple's third child together, tends to keep nine-year-old Amelia and seven-year-old Theo out of the spotlight, but on Thursday she decided to share a sneak peek at their getaway. Peter Andre and Emily announced in October that they are expecting their third child together and have since been giving fans a glimpse of their latest pregnancy journey on social media. As they enjoy a family holiday together, Peter, who shares son Junior, 18, and daughter Princess, 16, with his ex Katie Price, told his 1.8 million followers he'd be back online on 31st to celebrate the New Year.

Carol Kirkwood, the popular BBC Breakfast weather presenter, has tied the knot! The 61 year old star got married in a "romantic and intimate" ceremony just after Christmas. Carol, who was previously married to Jimmy Kirkwood from 1990 to 2008, described her wedding day as "one I will never forget". So, who is the lucky man? Well, Carol's new husband is Steve Randall.

Christmas can be a lonely time for some people, but Love Actually star Hugh Grant made sure to give a group of Londoners something to smile about. Hugh, 63, who features in newly-released film Wonka, helped out in the Big H&F Christmas Day Lunch earlier this week.The initiative helps over 500 locals in London's borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, who otherwise would have spent the festive period on their own.

Love Island finalist Paul Knops looks unrecognisable and completely different five years on from starring on the hit ITV2 dating show. Former reality star Paul found fame on the programme in 2018 when he finished in second place alongside Scottish beauty Laura Anderson. But things quickly turned sour when they decided to split and Paul accused the ex air hostess of moving on with Islander Max Morley "weeks" before he ended their romance.

Eminem has requested a protective order against The Real Housewives of Potomac stars Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon as part of an ongoing trademark dispute.The case began earlier this year when the US rapper filed an opposition to a trademark request for the Reasonably Shady podcast hosted by the reality TVstars.The rapper – real name Marshall Bruce Mathers III – argued in documentation that his brand would be “damaged” if they were granted the trademark for their show, because he is known under the monikers Slim Shady and Shady.The rapper also owns the trademark for the term “Shady” for use on merchandise.Bryant and Dixon responded by asking the court to dismiss the rapper’s opposition and insisted that he be deposed, meaning he would have to testify under oath or by written statement.Eminem reportedly filed the protective order earlier this month in an attempt to avoid an in-person deposition.According to a filing seen by People, it would be “unduly burdensome” for the rapper to be deposed due to his “limited knowledge of the subjects at issue”.The filing suggested that someone else who has a “superior knowledge to Mathers on the relevant topics” might be a better alternative, including Eminem’s longtime manager Paul Rosenberg.The documents also argued that the motion was “premature and procedurally improper,” as they “have yet to serve” Mathers.In a statement shared to People, Bryant and Dixon’s attorney Andrea Evans said: “It seems obvious to us that if you file a lawsuit, you should be made available to be deposed.”Evans added that their team would “like to question Mathers at least about his use of the expressions Slim Shady and Shady”.“It’s unclear to us that Mathers can be the owner of the trademarks and file

Taylor Swift from the accusation that she is a “distraction” to the Kansas City Chiefs .The American football team have lost three out of their last four contests, which included a 20-14 loss on Christmas Day (December 25) to the Las Vegas Raiders.After the defeat last week, Fox sports personality Skip Bayless tweeted that it was “about time to call Taylor Swift a distraction”. The pop star cheered on boyfriend and Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce from the stands at the Arrowhead Stadium in Missouri.However, ESPN’s Elle Duncan defended the pop sensation from the claims on her podcast. “Do not blame Taylor Swift for being a ‘distraction’, for Travis Kelce not playing well, for the Chiefs playing good,” she said on the The Elle Duncan Show (via Deadline).

Police are appealing for information following a robbery at a shop in East Kilbride.

Anybody with British Gas, Octopus, EDF, OVO and other energy companies has been reminded to do one vital task at home before prices are set to rise in the New Year.

Scots have been urged to seek support if they are struggling with their energy bills - ahead of a new price hike coming into force on New Year's Day.

A mother said she has been left with “nightmares” after being attacked by a massive dog in the middle of the street.

A former Team GB football star tragically died just days before Christmas, leaving her wife and young daughter “at a complete loss”.

Instagram alongside a photo of himself holding up a black and white image of his late father.“This will be a tribute to the man, his family, his love of boxing, and his legendary career as an actor.

Dozens of celebrities have opted to spend the festive period abroad this year, with the Maldives proving to be the most popular holiday destination. Stars such as Charlotte Crosby and Molly-Mae Hague have headed to the country in South Asia with their loves ones, as well as Kate and Rio Ferdinand, who jetted off with their children for Christmas. Former The Only Way Is Essex star Billie Shepherd is also among the celebs flocking to the Maldives.

A teacher who began an inappropriate relationship with his pupil - which turned sexual shortly after she had graduated - has been banned from the profession. Thomas Moss was a chemistry teacher and head of Year 10 at the Belvedere Academy girls school in south Liverpool until May 2022 when he resigned having been suspended in March of the same year.

While your Christmas lunch and the Boxing Day buffet may now be a distant memory, this January you'll want to pencil in a date to pay a visit to a rather special food festival. When it comes to indulging in comfort food, a hearty, homemade pie always ticks the box, so it will be music to many people's ears to hear that one Greater Manchester boozer is dedicating the first two months of the year to this no-nonsense, pub-grub staple.