The Oscars announce that Zoom speeches 'will not be an option' for those uneasy about traveling

Franz Ferdinand’s Alex Kapranos has paid tribute to the “open and welcoming” people of Kyiv in a new Instagram post.It comes after Ukraine severed diplomatic ties with Russia and declared martial law after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered an attack on the neighbouring nation yesterday (February 24).Writing on Instagram, Kapranos paid tribute to Ukraine sharing a picture of the time he and his band visited Kyiv.He wrote: “This is Kyiv when we visited less than three and a half years ago. I loved this city which had a sense of optimism in amongst the deep history. The people were welcoming, open and comfortable in their identity.

A Place in the Sun since she started late last year.The presenter has spoken exclusively to Express.co.uk about the moment she found out she got the "life changing role".After Leah's final interview there was a month-long wait to find out if she was successful in getting the role.Speaking to Express.co.uk, she said: "It was an anxious month-long wait for the decision, it was Easter as well and that added a week on."My heart was beating, I had so much anxiety, honestly!"And then out of nowhere I got the call from the head and I started crying, I was in the middle of the street actually.She continued: "I had my granny trolley with me and I was just about to go to my food shop and I had just come out of the dentist and I saw this call and I thought, do I answer it or do I wait till later?"As I know if it’s bad news I might cry and if it’s good news I will definitely cry."I was like, I can’t wait, I'm just going to call him back."Then I was told and I spent about two weeks in tears because it was a sigh of relief first and foremost because of everything I have been through with my mental health."Leah has been very vocal about her battle with bipolar disorder and is an ambassador for Bipolar UK.She uses her presenting platform and social media pages to normalise the conversation and to end the stigma around mental illness.Leah has admitted she has tried to commit suicide in the past as a result of her mental illness but is really happy she held on.She said: "I have been suicidal in the past and you know, on a couple of occasions have tried to take my own life unfortunately."But presenting is something I know I am good at and I have worked hard at."It makes me happy and I don’t do it for fame and fortune."She continued: "I

Victoria Beckham has left fans delighted by hinting she may be set to make a return to the Spice Girls, according to reports.The fashion designer wife of footballer David Beckham, 47, has fuelled rumours that she's getting ready to finally make a comeback as Posh Spice, just in time for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee concert later this year.It has been claimed that the mother-of-four has just signed documents which confirm she is still an active part of Spice Girls Ltd.A source has claimed the fashion mogul had a chance to "resign" from the company, but instead chose to remain an "active" member of the popular band.They claimed to The Sun: "If she wanted to quit the band and had no wish to perform again then she’d have resigned as a director last week."She’d still obviously get her cut of record sales but wouldn’t be involved in any decision-making like going on tour or performing.“Victoria signing the confirmation papers as a director for another year shows she’s still an active member of The Spice Girls," they added.Express.co.uk has contacted a representative for Victoria for comment.The Platinum Jubilee in June celebrates the monarch's 70 years on the throne with a four-day bank holiday weekend.The event scheduled in honour of Queen Elizabeth II promises to "bring together some of the world's biggest entertainment stars to celebrate the most significant and joyous moments from the Queen’s seven-decade reign”.George Ezra has been confirmed as the first act for the event.Victoria famously opted out of the Spice Girls reunion tour in 2019.The fashion designer cited work commitments as the reason she skipped the shows.However, the mother of daughter Harper and sons Brooklyn, Cruz, and Romeo told how it wasn't a decision

North Lanarkshire councillors have given the go-ahead for three more new homes to be built near Cleland.

A Lanarkshire doctor is on trial accused of more than 80 sex offences against women and girls.

Is there anything more glamorous than awards season? With the Oscars just around the corner, our favourite A-listers are currently preparing to get red carpet ready – and it’s not as simple as just finding the right dress. For a handful of nights a year, celebrities everywhere enlist the help of the industry’s top hairstylists, makeup artists, manicurists and skin specialists, all to get camera-ready.

Holly Willoughby has reacted to the Russia-Ukraine crisis, admitting she’s struggling to answer her young children’s questions. Taking to Instagram, the This Morning presenter, 41, who recently launched her brand Wylde Moon's first fragrance, posted a picture of troops in a tank after Russia launched an invasion of Ukraine.

Chloe Ferry showed off her huge new dragon inking and shared her regrets at previous tattoos. The Geordie Shore star gave her fans a glimpse of her massive new tattoo that covers all the side of her thigh and will also cover half of her bum cheek. Videoing herself on the treatment table, wearing just a peach-coloured crop top and a thong, the reality star talked through the latest piece of artwork to her 3.7 million followers.

TOWIE stars Tommy Mallet and Georgia Kousoulou have gotten engaged.The couple have been together for eight years and share baby son Brody together, finally deciding to make things official during a sun-soaked trip to Mexico.The adorable couple shared the same stunning images of their romantic moment, as 29 year old Tommy joked he finally "got the job done" after nearly a decade with his love. "Now stop asking me when I'm gonna do it," the reality TV star added cheekily.

Naman Ramachandran The Russian Grand Prix has become the latest big ticket sporting event to be canceled in Russia, after the UEFA Champion’s League Final, in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.On Friday, Formula One, the sport’s governing body, revealed that the Russian Grand Prix, due to be held in Sochi on Sept. 25, has been cancelled following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, after a meeting on Thursday.

“Euphoria” star Chloe Cherry spoke candidly about how she’s handling her newfound fame in an interview with Variety.

I can't stand my millennial boss who makes us meditate in meetings'Chris Williamson: How about saying to the boss it doesn’t work, it adds nothing to productivity and is using up time and money as a solution, as opposed to diving inCaroline Watson: Ask if it’s a contractual requirement and to see that in writing. If it isn’t, you don’t have to do it.

Variety, the actor appeared at a press briefing by the Ukrainian government in Kyiv on Thursday (February 24), listening to government officials speak about the crisis.Penn previously visited Ukraine in November last year, where he prepared for the documentary by visiting with the country’s military. Photos from the visit were released by the Ukrainian Joint Forces Operation Press Service at the time.According to a statement released by the Office of the President of the Ukraine on Facebook, Penn has spoken with deputy prime minister Iryna Vereshchuk, along with local journalists and members of the military.До України прибув американський актор та кінорежисер, лауреат премії «Оскар» Шон Пенн.Режисер спеціально приїхав до…Posted by Офіс Президента України on Thursday, February 24, 2022“The director specifically came to Kyiv to record all the events that are currently happening in Ukraine and to tell the world the truth about Russia’s invasion of our country,” the translated statement read.“Sean Penn is among those who support Ukraine in Ukraine today.

If there's one date you don't want to forget, it's Mother's Day.

If there's one date you don't want to forget, it's Mother's Day.

Good Morning Britain viewers were left fearing for a correspondent who was forced to take cover after bomb sirens interrupted his report live from Ukraine.

BBC TV programme Noels House Party, hosted by Noel Edmonds, was cancelled on this day (February 25) in 1999.Fans were left devastated when the news broke on February 25, 1999 that the popular entertainment programme, set at the fictional Crinkley Bottom House, would be coming to an end.Not only did it launch Noel Edmonds to new heights of fame, but it also introduced the world to the one and the only Mr Blobby.Yes, love him or loathe him, you couldn't escape Mr Blobby in the nineties - and neither could the celebrities, with Mr Blobby playing pranks on some of the biggest stars of the decade.But who were the actors behind Mr Blobby? Where are they now? And what was the inspiration behind the character? Daily Star investigates.The pink and yellow icon Mr Blobby was created by Noel's House Party producer Michael Leggo, who had previously worked with Noel Edmonds in the eighties.After introducing the popular Gotcha segments, where Noel Edmonds would prank celebrities, Michael began to wonder how they would continue to catch out the stars for future episodes - with many already figuring out that Noel might be there to prank them.After witnessing Noel Edmonds prank Eamonn Holmes while wearing a monster costume, a spark was lit - and Michael got to work on what would become undoubtedly one of the 90s biggest icons.He drew a sketch of Mr Blobby, telling the costume designer that the name was inspired by his family's use of the word to describe something that had no shape.After he was created, host Noel Edmonds soon realised how successful the character was going to be, saying to Michael: "Blobby is going to be huge."Well Noel, you were certainly right - not only was Mr Blobby huge, he was a megastar.A legend had been born.Mr

A Scots couple will appear on Channel 4’s hit programme Gogglebox tonight for the first time in six years.

Police are urging Scots to be vigilant following a Covid-19 text scam that is currently doing the rounds.

Love Island star Maura Higgins has shared details of her mystery illness which has left her bed-bound for three days.Appearing a far cry from her usual perky self, Maura, 31, jumped onto her Instagram story to provide insight into how she was feeling with fans.The TV star wore a grey jumper as she lay down on her bed while telling fans that she "lost a stone" from her unknown sickness.Opening up to her 3.4million followers, she explained: "This is the first time that I've been out of bed in I don't know how long."And if you're wondering what the noise is, it's a fan, because the sweat that's protruding out of my body, I can't even explain."She added: "If I've not lost a stone from this illness, I'd be shocked."I don’t think I have ever been so unwell."Sharing an image of her bath with fans on her Instagram story, the star captioned the photo: "After three full days in bed, I finally have the energy to wash myself.

Celebrities of Ukrainian and Russian descent are speaking out about the Russia-Ukraine crisis among signs that the Ukrainian capital was increasingly threatened early Friday. Russia pressed its invasion of Ukraine to the outskirts of the capital Friday after unleashing airstrikes on cities and military bases and sending in troops and tanks from three sides in an attack that could rewrite the global post-Cold War security order.