Thieves steal £25,000 of computer equipment from NQ gaming bar

Vladimir Putin will soon unleash a bloody barrel bomb campaign in Ukraine after he brought in troops linked to the brutal Syrian army.The under-pressure Russian president has taken on 50 lethal weapons specialists to work alongside his own officials as they prepare to begin a new stage in the conflict, according to European intelligence officers speaking to the Guardian.Barrel bombs, containers packed with explosives and projectiles that are dropped from helicopters, killed more than 11,000 civilians in Syria after the outbreak of civil war in 2012 — including 1,821 children.Human rights groups have since accused airborne forces from Bashar al-Assad's government of using the weapon indiscriminately to unleash fear and terror upon entire populations.Now it is being claimed that the Russian army is planning to bring in men from its Middle Eastern allies to revive the flailing war effort in Ukraine, though some experts believe significant differences between the two conflicts may doom them to failure.Asserting that the western-backed and air-equipped Ukrainian army would be a much more difficult foe than the rebel groups in Syria, one European official told The Guardian: “This is probably why we haven’t seen them cross the border”“We know the capacity is there, but if they use it, they lose; we will know who’s done it, and they will likely be killed anyway.”Intelligence sources claim around 800 and 1,000 Syrian troops have volunteered to fight for the Russian army.Those wishing to travel to Europe to serve are said to have been promised salaries of $1,500 - $4,000 (£1200 - £3200) when they join the frontline, which is around ten times more than they would earn in their own country amid a prolonged economic crisis.Back on

After the success of Marvel’s latest theater release, “Doctor Strange: In the Multiverse of Madness” (2022), fans of the MCU are looking forward to the studio’s next big outing, “Thor: Love and Thunder.” Directed by Taika Waititi, who’s been thought to have brought Thor back to greatness with his previous movie, “Thor: Ragnarok” (2017). Waititi is known for films such as “Jojo Rabbit” (2018), “What We Do In The Shadows” (2010), and “Our Flag Means Death” (2022).

Jason Momoa wanted Amber Heard to reprise her role as Mera in “Aquaman 2”, according to new testimony in the defamation trial brought against Heard by her ex-husband Johnny Depp.

J Balvin visited The Ellen DeGeneres Show to talk about his success in music and why he moved from Colombia to a small town in Oklahoma. During the appearance, the global sensation told Ellen DeGeneres that he was an exchange student before becoming a worldwide-known superstar.According to Balvin, he moved to Atoka County to improve his English skills.

In the years since Kourtney Kardashian founded her lifestyle brand, there has been much criticism about how much Poosh was modeled after Goop, so it was to no one’s surprise when the rumors were finally brought to the inbox of Gwyneth Paltrow herself.

Crystal Kung Minkoff is sharing more information about the ways that it’s been difficult for her to be thrust into the public eye via reality TV fame.

Selome Hailu SPOILER ALERT: Do not read unless you have watched “Tarrare,” the Season 3 finale of “Atlanta.” The Season 3 finale of “Atlanta” is styled after the quirky and comforting French rom-com “Amélie,” though this version is weirder and grosser.The episode is titled “Tarrare” after the 1700s French solider who was famous for a medical condition that made him constantly hungry — he was able to eat his own body weight in meat, and was also rumored to engage in cannibalism. In “Atlanta,” that hunger belongs to Van (Zazie Beetz), who becomes so unsure of who she is that she has a nervous breakdown, engulfing herself in a French alter ego complete with an accent, a boyfriend, an apartment and a job in a butcher shop that serves human hands.

Ashley Hume Nile Rodgers & Chic had the crowd grooving well into the night at the 29th Annual Race to Erase MS Gala, which returned to the Fairmont Century Plaza hotel in Century City after being held as a drive-in event for the past two years.Held on Friday night, the star-studded gala raised over $1.4 million for research to treat and ultimately find a cure for multiple sclerosis.Race to Erase MS founder Nancy Davis told Variety that she was thrilled to have the benefit back at its longtime home in the Fairmont ballroom.‘It’s nothing short of a miracle,’ she said. ‘I’m so glad that we are here.

Premiere Digital has acquired global distribution rights, including the U.S., for “The Girl on the Bridge,” a mental health documentary directed by New Zealand filmmaker Leanne Pooley.“The Girl on the Bridge” tells the story of 22-year old Jazz Thornton, who survived multiple suicide attempts and now works as a filmmaker and activist for young people’s mental health. The film sees her juggle the personal cost and pressures of advocacy work as she leads her own charity.Previously only seen in New Zealand and Australia, “The Girl on the Bridge” is now available on digital platforms.

Emily Ratajkowski stuns in a full lace dress while arriving at the premiere of Crimes Of The Future premiere during the 2022 Cannes Film Festival on Monday night (May 23) in Cannes, France.

Loving the single life! Khloé Kardashian is happy rolling solo — no matter what other people think about it.

Director Léa Mysius expertly crafts a queer, witchy movie in her Directors’ Fortnite debut film, The Five Devils, which received a five-minute standing ovation at the screening I attended. Mysius takes concepts like identity, sexuality, and mysticism and creates an intricate genre film that’s part time travel, part drama, and all heart. 

Because the Kremlin apparently has no other pressing issues at the moment, more than 960 Americans have been “permanently banned”  from entering Russia. The list includes such seeming no-brainers as Joe Biden, Kamala Harris and Hillary Clinton, but there’s no shortage of eyebrow-raising names as well.

JUST last month Liam Gallagher admitted he was on a “downwards slide” and in such bad shape he needed a double hip replacement. But in a new warts-and-all film about his life, he insists his hellraising days are not behind him, and he’ll be boozing until he’s 80. During Sky documentary Liam Gallagher: 48 Hours At Rockfield, he says: “I am not into yoga and I don’t eat tofu.

DENISE Van Outen has a new Celebrity Gogglebox co-star - after she gave husband Eddie Boxshall the boot. The pair were famous for teasing each other in their home on the Channel 4 sofa but an old pal is now stepping in.

REALITY TV’s Charlotte Crosby’s complaint against a “cruel” cosmetic surgery show has been rejected by TV watchdogs. The Geordie Shore star said Channel 5’s Celebrities: What’s Happened To Your Face? was “unjust and unfair” to her.

EASTENDERS viewers broke down in tears tonight at Ben Mitchell’s harrowing rape scene. In recent weeks, Ben Mitchell (portrayed by actor Max Bowden) has been getting friendly with new Prince Albert manager and bartender Lewis Butler (Emmerdale and The Witcher hunk Aidan O'Callaghan).

MODEL Abbey Clancy has everything crossed as she launches a new swimwear collection. The 36-year-old ex-Strictly champ has teamed up with Tesco’s clothing line, F&F, for a range of sustainable swimsuits, bikinis and coverups.

KOURTNEY Kardashian and Travis Barker officially tied the knot on Sunday, and some people on social media are now slamming the former KUWTK star for her use of Catholic iconography in the ceremony. The newlyweds were surrounded by family and friends as they exchanged vows in Italy and Kourtney wore a short lace Dolce & Gabanna dress with a flowing white cathedral veil. The veil in question had the image of the Virgin Mary, her hands placed together in prayer, embroidered on in its fabric and some on Twitter slammed the Kardashians star for the move.

EASTENDERS' Ben Mitchell is set to face the consequences of both his violent actions and his cheating in soon-to-release scenes. The Eastenders legend, played by actor Max Bowden, is having a tough time of it of late. Having spent his nights on the streets, committing shocking acts of violence, his is set to get into a massive row that could end his marriage for good.

MARK Wright sent his fans wild with a topless snap from an infinity pool in Malta. The former Towie star, 35, showed off his impressive physique as he posed for a pic on his travels in the sunny holiday hot spot.