The Northern Agenda: Towns 'in denial' about historic abuse

Michaela Zee editor Spectrum Originals has released the official trailer for the crime dramedy series “Panhandle.” The release date of the series’ first two episodes on Spectrum is Sept. 26. The eight-episode series follows armchair detective Bell Prescott (Luke Kirby) and traffic cop Cammie Lorde (Tiana Okoye) as they investigate a murder in their small Florida town. Along with Kirby and Okoye, the series stars Forrest Goodluck, Lorenza Izzo, Wallace Smith, Glenn Morshower and Lesley Ann Warren. Recurring guest stars include Melanie Minichino, Landon Chase DuBois, Mo Gallini, David De Vries, Deja Dee, Paulina Gálvez, Scott Takeda and Grant Freely.

Billy Eichner’s “Bros” just make history at the Toronto International Film Festival? It certainly felt like it. The Universal movie is breaking all kinds of barriers: It’s the first gay rom-com ever made by a major studio, the first with an all openly LGBTQ cast and Eichner is the first openly gay man to ever write and star in a studio movie. Audiences finally got to see the movie for themselves in Toronto on Friday night and, judging by the shrieks of laughter throughout the screening, it was a hit. “I want to thank TIFF for letting a comedy into a movie festival!” Eichner yelled into the audience before the film rolled, making a valid point about the dearth of studio comedies that world premiere at top international film festivals.

A federal judge from Texas, Judge Reed O’Connor has made a shocking ruling, stating that the inclusion of the HIV treatment was a violation of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.This comes after companies Braidwood Management and Kelley Orthodontics brought the case to the US District Court. The companies were represented by Johnathan Mitchell, a man infamously known for his anti-abortion behaviour.The companies filed the lawsuit, stating that PrEP’s coverage in the Affordable Care Healthcare Act (ACA) forced religious companies with anti-LGBTQ+ to finance and help “homosexual behaviour.”Their argument was that including the PrEP treatment “forces religious employers to provide coverage for drugs that facilitate and encourage homosexual behaviour… prostitution, sexual promiscuity, and intravenous drug use.”With Judge O’Connor’s ruling, neither of the companies is required to cover PrEP costs for their employers.

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the richest athletes on the planet, and there isn't much that the 37-year-old can't buy.However, Manchester United is currently one of them as according to the Daily Mail, the Glazer family are considering selling the club for £3.75billion. Ronaldo may be rich, but he doesn't have that kind of cash in the bank just yet.Ronaldo has a stunning net worth of £475m, but after his small salary decrease at United he is raking in £26.25m for every season he's at the club.

London, but also spreading west across to Birmingham and as far as Manchester.Hurricanes that have formed in the Atlantic are partly responsible for the poor weatherconditions that are in stark contrast to the summer-long drought most of the UK has seen.READ MORE: Ulrika Jonsson claims 'old flame' Prince Edward gave her item that belonged to the QueenDownpours earlier this week were caused by a low pressure front combining with an "extra-tropical cycle" with the Met Office's Aidan McGivern explaining the impact that the beginning of the hurricane season will have on these shores shortly. He said: "Things have changed since the start of the month.

Meghan Markle has cancelled her appearance on a major US talk show as she and Prince Harry will now be staying in the UK for the Queen's funeral.The Duchess of Sussex has also put the next episode of her Archetypes podcast on hold and it will not now be released on Spotify, as planned, next Tuesday.Meghan was due to be a guest on NBC's The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon on Tuesday, September 20, sources have told US celebrity news outlet Page Six. READ MORE: Ulrika Jonsson claims 'old flame' Prince Edward gave her item that belonged to the QueenThe Sussexes were also scheduled to be in New York City next week for the 77th session of the UN General Assembly, but those plans will also need to be shelved.The Page Six insider said: "Meghan was due on Fallon.

Erling Haaland couldn't help but chuckle after being spotted by Manchester United supporters - who requested he turns his back on Manchester City next season. The Norway international, who has scored 12 goals across just seven fixtures since leaving Borussia Dortmund for City in the summer, was once heavily linked with a move to the Red Devils.Despite now joining their local rivals, whom he supported as a youngster, one fan couldn't help but ask him to make a U-turn when the current campaign comes to an end. READ MORE: Premier League fixtures postponed as football mourns Queen's death The fan shouted: "You've come to the wrong side of Manchester."A smiling Haaland was swift to respond, saying: "They love me here"With the supporter adding: "Come to us next season United, you know it come on...

A federal judge on Wednesday ruled against a federal mandate that requires employer provided health plans to cover PrEP, a drug used for the prevention of HIV.

An on-call firefighter is calling on others to follow in her footsteps as a recruitment drive gets underway in Ayrshire.

Kelle Roos has taken the Aberdeen goalie gloves off Joe Lewis but insists the former Dons captain remains one of the most important voices in the Pittodrie dressing room.

Craig Halkett insists a Europa Conference League baptism of fire against Istanbul Basaksehir could still prove a blessing if they put points on the board against Riga.

Craig Swan: There’s no right or wrong here. Shops and businesses are still open, so if a sport wants to stage a fixture, you could argue they should be allowed. But it’s also right, if people don’t want to stage or take part, they aren’t forced either.

Indian streamer Disney+ Hotstar has struck another deal with Bollywood director, producer and talkshow host Karan Johar, a highlight of its latest content slate revealed today at the D23 expo.

It took nearly 15 years, but Disney is finally delivering on the sequel to its hit live-action/animated musical Enchanted (2007).And on Friday, Disney released the official trailer for the aptly titled film Disenchanted, which features original stars Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, Idina Menzel and James Marsden.The new additions include the likes of Maya Rudolph, Gabriella Baldacchino, Yvette Nicole Brown and Jayma May. First trailer drops: Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey reprise their roles as Giselle Philip and Robert Philip for the Enchanted sequel aptly titled, DienchantedFifteen years after her happily ever after, Giselle (Adams), husband Robert (Dempsey), and his daughter Morgan (Baldacchino) move to a new house in the suburb of Monroeville. 'I know change can be scary but it also can be exciting,' Gisele says off the top of the teaser, which Robert responds, 'If I learned anything from meeting princess on a billboard is that sometimes you just have to take a leap.' Inspired by his words of wisdom, Gisele gleefully shoots back, 'Let's start our new life,' over top  of images of the family driving into their new neighborhood.    'Pretty soon this whole place will feel like home, you'll see,' she adds as the couple shares big beaming smiles of reassurance.

Nicolas Cage looked suave in a patterned navy tuxedo jacket as he arrived to the premiere of his latest project during the Toronto International Film Festival on Friday. The 58-year-old actor strolled the red carpet for Butcher's Crossing, along with the likes of Julia Stiles and Rachel Keller.The actor's appearance comes just days after his 27-year-old wife Riko Shibata gave birth to the couple's first child, a baby girl named August Francesca. Suave: Nicolas Cage looked suave in a patterned navy tuxedo jacket as he arrived to the premiere of his latest project during the Toronto International Film Festival on Friday For the big premiere, Cage styled his tuxedo jacket with black slacks and a white button-down shirt. He added a pair of shiny black loafers to the ensemble, and he accessorized with a white pocket square. His dark hair was cut short and slicked back, and he flashed a brilliant white smile.   The California native donned a fancy watch with a brown leather band and a gold face.Cage said he headed up to TIFF for the screening of his new movie Butcher's Crossing right after welcoming his daughter.'I would not have been here, but I kept my word, and I'm here honoring my commitment — but I'm looking forward to getting back to my wife and my daughter,' Cage told People at the event. He also told the publication that he 'literally just left the hospital and got on a plane, and came here.

Lori Harvey bared her long legs in a Fendi trench coat as she arrived at the luxury label's star-studded runway show during New York Fashion Week on Friday.The 25-year-old model and socialite sizzled in the off-the-shoulder look, which belted at the waist and featured Fendi's iconic moniker on the lapels and tail.A bright yellow purse was worn on her hip and she stood on tall, hot pink high heels. Leggy: Lori Harvey bared her long legs in a Fendi trench coat as she arrived at the luxury label's star-studded runway show during New York Fashion Week on Friday Her trench coat ended near her knees, but it was also slit in the front revealing her thigh and calf.  She put a pair of small diamond studs in her ears and wore a thin necklace as well. A shiny substance made her chest and legs glisten underneath the lights.   Iconic: The 25-year-old model and socialite sizzled in the off-the-shoulder look, which belted at the waist and featured Fendi's iconic moniker on the lapels and tail  FENDI show: 'Fendi and Marni are coming to New York, which is super exciting,' said fashion director Nora Milch at W Magazine.

Devoted Disney fans were given a special treat earlier on Friday during the Disney D23 Expo in Anaheim, California.An official first look trailer for The Little Mermaid was released, giving a quick glimpse of the live-action remake based on the beloved animation.The film stars Halle Bailey portraying the iconic Disney princess, Ariel, and is set to release in theaters next year on May 26, 2023.

Viola Davis is more than proud of her latest film project titled, The Woman King, which made its grand premiere during the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival earlier on Friday.The Academy Award winner, 57, turned heads in an eye-catching floor-length gown as she posed for photos on the star-studded red carpet.The historical epic is based on true events from the Kingdom of Dahomey, which was the 'most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries,' according to the official synopsis on IMDB. Breathtaking: Viola Davis, 57, turned heads as she attended the screening of The Woman King at the Toronto International Film Festival earlier on Friday The talented actress opted for a colorful ensemble as she attended the premiere of her latest historical drama.  Viola slipped into a hot pink, floor-length gown with orange, floral fabric lined at the top of the dress for an extra pop of color and differing texture.During a past interview with InStyle, The Help star opened up about her fashion inspiration.'In general, I would say my style is still bleeding over from who I was in New York, which was, I always I just wanted to be different.'   Glamorous: The award-winning star was dressed to impress as she celebrated the premiere of her latest film project To coincide with the glamorous, strapless gown, Viola slipped into a pair of hot pink, high heels that shone in the light. In order to not take away from the vibrancy of the dress, she opted to not add any pieces of jewelry. Her makeup was elegant and chic, which included black eyeliner, shimmering eyeshadow and a pink lipstick. While on the red carpet, Viola was seen posing with fellow cast members and other creative artists involved on the film project.

Gal Gadot spoke about playing the Evil Queen in Disney's forthcoming live-action version of Snow White during D23 Expo, which took place at the Anaheim Convention Center, on Friday.The Wonder Woman actress, 37, talked about working on the highly-anticipated feature and how she isn't used to portraying a villain on screen.She was joined by the upcoming movie's leading lady, Rachel Zegler, who said it was 'an honor' to be playing the iconic Disney princess. Speaking her mind: Gal Gadot spoke about playing the Evil Queen in Disney's forthcoming live-action version of Snow White during the D23 Expo, which took place at the Anaheim Convention Center, on FridayGadot described the role to Deadline as 'very different than what I had done before' and that she is 'used to playing the other end of where the heart should be.' Despite typically playing a heroine, Gadot said it was 'delightful' to have the opportunity to portray the 'iconic villain.''Getting under her skin was so delightful,' she gushed, making sure to add that the Evil Queen is far from her real-life persona.

Karlie Kloss was the picture of style as she arrived at Fendi's New York Fashion Week show in the Big Apple on Friday night.The 30-year-old supermodel sizzled in a chic monochrome look that featured a cropped jacket that showed off her enviably taut tummy.The fashion industry personality is no stranger to Fashion Week as she has stormed runways across the globe over the span of her impressive modeling career. Style icon: Karlie Kloss was the picture of style as she arrived at Fendi's New York Fashion Week show in the Big Apple on Friday night Kloss wore a dark orange jacket that remained unbuttoned at its top, which revealed a sparkling gold bra during Fendi's show.The fashion industry personality also rocked a matching pair of slim-fitting pants, and she added elements of darkness to her look with a set of black high-heeled shoes.

The Sanderson Sisters looked ready to cause chaos in Salem in the official trailer for Hocus Pocus 2, which debuted during Disney's annual D23 Expo in Anaheim, California on Friday.Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy make their return as the three witches, who are resurrected by two teenagers in the highly-anticipated sequel to the 1993 film Hocus Pocus.The film will premiere on Disney+ September 30. The latest: The Sanderson Sisters looked ready to cause chaos in Salem in the official trailer for Hocus Pocus 2, which debuted during Disney's annual D23 Expo in Anaheim, California on Friday Hocus Pocus 2's new trailer begins with the Sandersons being banished from Salem, Massachusetts in the 17th century. A raven flies toward them and unfurls its wings, becoming an older witch (played by Hannah Waddingham).