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Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorHulu will now start accepting ads for political issues, according to Disney — a move that comes after Democrats lambasted Hulu for rejecting ads calling out the GOP on abortion and gun issues.“After a thorough review of ad policies across its linear networks and streaming platforms over the last few months, Disney is now aligning Hulu’s political advertising policies to be consistent with the company’s general entertainment and sports cable networks and ESPN+,” Disney said in a statement released Wednesday.The company’s statement continued, “Hulu will now accept candidate and issue advertisements covering a wide spectrum of policy positions, but reserves the right to request edits or alternative creative, in alignment with industry standards.” The hashtag “#BoycottHulu” became a top-trending topic on Twitter after national Democratic organizations complained to the Washington Post that Hulu had rejected their joint ads on abortion and guns on July 15. Disney’s ESPN and WPVI-TV, the ABC-owned station in Philadelphia, had accepted and run the same ads.The controversy over the ads on Hulu comes after the conservative-leaning Supreme Court issued rulings this term that overturned Roe v.

Neighbours fans are concerned the finale will be a "let down".The special hour-long finale episode of the Australian soap opera will air on Friday (July 29) after 37 years.Channel 5 said at the time that they decided to drop the continuing drama from their schedules in favourite of "original UK drama".READ MORE: Neighbours finale trailer drops with Kylie and Jason's return and Toadie's departureThe final few episodes leading to the grand finale have been described as an on-air celebration of the show’s legacy and must-see television.A trailer for the final scenes has been released and shows what viewers can expect.However, fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns as the last ever episode air date looms.Taking to Reddit, one user penned: "Is anyone else worried the ending will be a let down?"Since it was announced it will end I was certain they’d make the finale amazing."But it’s really getting close now and there’s no sign of things turning into the heartwarming, community-filled episode I’m hoping for."I’m genuinely worried it’ll be a bit of a dud."Episodes right now should be filled with the light stuff Neighbours has always excelled at - characters all hanging out together, having barbecues, pool fun, dinners together, reminiscing about good times, reaffirming good relationships etc.Karl and Susan should be getting the blue box out, Paul and Terese may as well be back together already, David (even though I’m not a fan) should be out of prison etc."Others agreed with the message, with another fan writing: "Yes! I’m finding it very odd that storylines aren’t wrapping up yet. I was expecting either what you’ve said, or some massive interesting storyline by now.

Love Island alumni Marcel Somerville has opened up to showbiz reporter Carly Hacon about his time in the villa and his struggles throughout the show.In a Facebook Live interview, Marcel discussed his experience on the show and he has previously called out Love Island as black and mixed race contestants have been the last to be picked during the initial coupling process.His fellow Blazin’ Squad members were left fuming after the first episode aired: “They were planning on getting a helicopter in, commando’ing down, grabbing me, flying me off and looking away like commando [style]. Do you know what? I think this season they made a conscious effort to make that not a possibility.”READ MORE: Love Island viewers accuse Adam and Paige of having sex under sheets during racy clipThis year, Love Island left the couples down to viewers choice and fans could vote for who they wanted together via the app, a move which Marcel appreciated.Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.comHe said: “I think it was a good choice [this year] because it let all of the contestants start on the same foot.

Maya Rudolph has been private about her relationship with director Paul Thomas Anderson for years, though she has let some info slip from time to time.The pair have been dating since 2001 and have started a family together over the course of the last 20 years.They have an interesting arrangement, with Maya calling Paul her "husband," despite not officially being married.Celebrating her 50th birthday on July 27, Rudolph has appeared in some major films and TV shows over the decades.Maya is best known for her role in Bridesmaids, as well as her time on Saturday Night Live (SNL).

‘decapitated’ by a helicopter rota blade have denied that the man ‘caused his own death’ by talking on the phone. The loved ones of Jack Fenton, 22, have strongly condemned reports that the death was his fault and have vented frustration at authorities for making it sound so.A helicopter’s rota tail reportedly came into contact with the Brit as he was getting off it in Athens, Greece, on Tuesday (July 26) as he returned to the mainland from Mykonos.READ MORE: Brit tourist, 22, 'decapitated' by propeller of helicopter while 'taking selfie'The rota blade was spinning at up to 500 times per second and would have been almost invisible.Greek police have reportedly arrested two pilots and a member of the ground crew, who have been released under investigation, and are said to be facing negligent homicide charges.The Bell 407’s pilot, named as Christos Fragkopanagos, is said to be “deeply traumatised”.Local authorities claimed that Fenton had run back to the helicopter after being escorted away from it to a private lounge to take a photograph.

Gemma Owen talks about being "broody" and wanting "lots of kids" as the Love Island Baby Challenge makes an epic comeback during tonight's episode.Tonight (July 27), Love Island fans will be happy to tune into the much-loved Baby Challenge. As well as learning the results from the public vote and finding out which couple will be dumped from the island, the Islanders will be met with the piercing sound of babies crying.READ NEXT: Love Island star says fire pit position exposes who'll be dumped from villaThe morning after the shock dumping, Ekin-Su wakes up and questions: “Wait, what is that noise?”To which Tasha replies: “This is my nightmare, I’ve actually woken up to a nightmare.”Met with the task of becoming parents incredibly early on in each of their relationships, the Islanders must name, dress, feed, comfort and play with their babies.Testing their skills as parents, the best mum and dad will be awarded at the end of the day.Davide seems to enjoy parenting, which will no doubt impress and please Ekin-Su.It’s going well, she just ate, we’ll do some activities later today.

James Bond.Solitaire was based on the literary character of the same name from Ian Fleming's 1954 novel Live and Let Die, and in the movie, the part was but partially voiced by Nikki van der Zyl.READ MORE: BBC viewers blown away by 'ageless' beauty Jane Seymour on The One Show But the Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe-winning television star admits that she wants to impress fans of the franchise again by reprising her infamous role from the 1973 movie.Jane previously told People.com: “Of course I’d do it. I have always been very open about saying that I’d be happy to just walk behind the scene and someone could go, ‘Is that Solitaire?’.”In the eighth flick of the Bond franchise, Solitaire, aka Simone Latrelle, was a voodoo psychic medium and the associate of Bond’s adversary Dr Kananga (who was played by Yaphet Kotto).Although the part catapulted the actress into the spotlight, Jane revealed that as a young actress at the time, she was naïve: “I was 20 years old when I shot the James Bond film and I had no idea what was going on.”This comes as in 2019, Jane backed a call for a spin-off series with a female secret agent.Jane said: “More power to the women.

Tottenham would rather sell Harry Kane to Bayern Munich than to Chelsea should the England skipper push for an exit again.The two clubs are mulling over a move for the 28-year-old, though both acknowledge that prying him away from Tottenham this summer will be no easy feat, particularly as Kane himself doesn't appear to have itchy feet anymore.Tottenham chief Daniel Levy is keen to tie Kane down to a new contract, with his current deal set to expire in 2024, and despite the fact he was desperate to join Manchester City last summer, the club now expect their superstar striker to stay put.READ MORE: Bayern Munich say Harry Kane's their "dream" replacement for Robert LewandowskiThey will only consider a sale if Kane refuses to extend, and if that happens Tottenham will do all they can to prevent him from signing for a Premier League rival, according to German outlet BILD.Having just lost Robert Lewandowski to Barcelona, Bayern are in desperate need of firepower and see Kane as the perfect replacement. Bayern boss Julian Nagelsmann recently admitted that he'd love to bring Kane to the Allianz Arena, prompting an angry response from Tottenham manager Antonio Conte."For sure, I am a coach that does not speak about other players at other teams," the Italian fumed during a recent pre-season press conference.

Former Love Island couple Liam Reardon and Millie Court have been seen in separate locations following their recent split.The pair, who got together in the villa last year and won the previous series together, confirmed that they had broken up earlier this month after rumours surrounding the end of their relationship had emerged.Two weeks on from the split, it seems that both Liam, 22, and Millie, 25, have actively made steps in moving on – with Liam remaining in the UK, while Millie jetted away.  Liam has been spending time in his home country of Wales and was seen in a series of photos posted to his Instagram recently enjoying a hike in the Welsh mountains. He captioned the pics: “Last minute plan to Catch the sunset up Pen Y Fan last night with my bro.

Fitness enthusiast Chloe Madeley is pregnant with her first child with her husband James Haskell, and she has admitted she loves her "pregnancy body" - but she's "excited to get back into shape" after her baby is born. "Are you excited to get back into shape post baby?" a fan asked the daughter of Good Morning Britain star Richard Madeley, 66, and Judy Finnigan, 74, during an Instagram Q+A.

Meghan Markle claimed in her bombshell Oprah interview that she "grew up as an only child". She also said: "I wished I had siblings, I would have loved to have had siblings." Now Meghan's half sister Samantha is suing the Duchess for $75,000 after calling these claims "humiliating". But the Duchess of Sussex's lawyers argue that her account was not meant to be "objective fact" rather a subjective statement of her own feelings.

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Tony Dow is still alive following a false announcement on his official Facebook page he had died age 77. The statement from Tuesday (26. 07.

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Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterTiny yellow creatures are taking over the international box office.“Minions: The Rise of Gru” ignited to $93.7 million from 61 overseas markets and notched one of the biggest pandemic-era opening weekends for an animated film in many of those territories.Those returns take the fifth installment in Universal and Illumination’s popular “Despicable Me” franchise past $200 million at the global box office. In North America, “The Rise of Gru” debuted to $108 million over the weekend and looks to reach $127.9 million through Independence Day on Monday.Outside of the U.S. and Canada, “Minions: The Rise of Gru” enjoyed the strongest showing in the United Kingdom and Ireland with $12.9 million, followed by Mexico with $12.4 million and Germany with $4.8 million.

J. Kim Murphy It’s official —the Minions are back.Universal’s “Minions: The Rise of Gru” is setting off fireworks at the Fourth of July box office, projecting a $129.2 million opening over the four-day holiday weekend.

Jordan Moreau “Minions: The Rise of Gru,” the latest animated entry in the family-friend “Despicable Me” franchise, opened to $10.75 million in Thursday previews from 3,350 theaters in North America. It will expand to 4,391 theaters on Friday.Heading into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, “Minions: The Rise of Gru” is expected to gross between $65 million and $75 million in its extra-long opening. Those current projections forecast that the fifth entry in the animated franchise is on track for the lowest opening since the original “Despicable Me” picked up $56 million back in 2010.