UK braces for big freeze as Storm Carrie set to hit the country

Kane Brown is aiming to become an adventurous eater.

Ukrainian officials have pleaded with Russia for an 'immediate cease fire' at a nuclear plant as a massive blaze threatens a blast '10 times larger than Chernobyl'. Fighting between Ukrainian and Russian troops at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has been raging for the past few hours.

Dennis Harvey Film CriticCurrent B-grade thrillers so frequently have too little plot — often not much more than a starting premise — that it’s almost refreshing to see something like “The Weekend Away,” which has many more narrative complications than it can pull off. Certainly not with sufficient credibility, suspense or atmosphere, and not in one hectic hour and a half.

Clayton Davis Aunjanue Ellis was content being a journeywoman actor in the business and providing for her family — but now the acclaim is pouring in.And yes, that includes an Oscar nomination for her role as Oracene ‘Brandy’ Williams in Reinaldo Marcus Green’s “King Richard.” On the latest episode of the award-winning Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, we talk to Ellis about what it feels like to now be an Academy Award nominated actress, which she still can’t say out loud. She discusses her experience with working with double Oscar-nominee Will Smith (for best picture and actor) and the difference between his “lore” and the “good person” she was privileged to work with, in addition to her cast members.

Mónica Marie Zorrilla Vix and Vix Plus — a two-tier, macro-scale Spanish-language streaming service with more than 50,000 hours of content across genres for users in the United States, Mexico and Latin America — will launch March 31 as the first lovechild of TelevisaUnivision since the two media giants united.Vix may not signal the beginning of a trend, given that Pluto TV, Netflix, Hulu, Sling TV, Tubi and FuboTV have offered Spanish-language content since they entered the fray, and services that stream solely Spanish-language content, like Pantaya, have existed for several years. But it certainly serves as fuel for the growing demand for Spanish-language programming geared toward U.S.

Wyatte Grantham-Philips editorThe Barbie world has officially found its way to Shondaland, as legendary television producer and writer Shonda Rhimes earned her own doll replica on Tuesday.As part of Barbie’s International Women’s Day celebration this year, the brand honored 12 female role models from around the world “with one-of-a-kind dolls in their likeness” — including Rhimes.“I have my own Barbie! Proud to be among the 12 amazing women, all of which are breaking barriers in their respective careers,” Rhimes wrote on Instagram.In images shared by both Barbie and Rhimes of the dolls, the Shondaland founder wears the same outfit from her November 2021 Variety cover, with a flowing rainbow skirt and heart-adorned blue sweater. A post shared by Shonda Rhimes (@shondarhimes)Rhimes also commented on the significance of young children having role models (and dolls) that look like them.“The idea that there are dolls out there that can look like you and feel like you and give you the ability to imagine yourself in a different world, in a different way, in a way that maybe you only secretly dreamed, or thought was impossible in real life, I think that is incredibly important,” Rhimes stated to media.Barbie’s 12 role models honored this International Women’s Day hailed from a range of industries — including entertainment, STEM, education and more.The most recent lineup follows Barbie’s 2018 launch of the “Dream Gap Project,” stemming from Mattel-funded New York University research, which found that young girls were less likely to raise their hand for leadership positions.

After being sober for four years, Jessica Simpson is ready to discuss her journey.  Simpson, 41, shared in a new cover story with Entrepreneur that her subconscious played a major role in both her personal and professional life.  "When I stopped drinking, it was because I had stopped hearing the voice I really trusted, and I was lost without her," Simpson told the outlet.  After being sober for four years, Jessica Simpson is ready to discuss her journey.  (Getty) The "A Public Affair" singer then referenced a hard moment in her life, which she wrote about in her memoir, "Open Book." She recalled a night during a Halloween party where she had a couple of drinks and was unable to dress her children.  Simpson has three children: Birdie, Maxwell and Ace.  Simpson, 41, shared in a new cover story with Entrepreneur that her subconscious played a major role in both her personal and professional life. She felt "lost" after she stopped hearing her "inner voice." (John Shearer/Getty Images for Jessica Simpson Collection) "I was terrified of letting them see me in that shape," Simpson wrote in her memoir.

Prince is no longer with us, suddenly, the people who control his multi million dollar estate want to rewrite history by taking my name away from me, thus impacting how i feed my family. So as of now, per the Prince Estate, [I] can no longer use Morris Day & The Time in any capacity,” according to the post.A representative for the estate disputed Day’s post. “Given Prince’s longstanding history with Morris Day and what the Estate thought were amicable discussions, The Prince Estate was surprised and disappointed to see his recent post.

Jason Momoa is thanking his fans and the press, for giving his family space as they process the separation between him and Lisa Bonet.In a heartfelt post shared to Instagram Thursday, Momoa congratulated his stepdaughter, Zoë Kravitz on her performance in , and shared some photos of he and Bonet's children, 14-year-old daughter Lola and 13-year-old son Nakoa-Wolf, at the film's premiere in New York City Tuesday.«so excited for everyone to see @thebatman @zoeisabellakravitz your perfect as cat woman i’m so proud of you. so excited for @snl next week your going to kill it.

 is taking dating back to the Regency era.On NBC's new reality dating show, which combines the dating process of  and the classic courting of , Nicole Remy, a modern girl tired of modern dating, travels back to England’s romance era with the hope of finding her true soulmate. ET spoke with Remy ahead of the show's premiere on Sunday, where she shared what enticed her to try this unique approach to dating.«I mean, I've done dating apps, but like you see, it's swiping left and right, it's the same sort of, like, quick text,» Remy explained of what drew her to the Regency-era method of dating.

André Leon Talley recalled in his final filmed interview the generosity once bestowed upon him by the late fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld. The former editor and creative director, who died in January, sat down for the Apple TV+ series,, and, in an exclusive preview clip, Talley reminisced during his last interview before his death about an encounter with Lagerfeld, who ultimately became his longtime best friend and mentor.«Mr. Lagerfield looked at me and he was very dramatic. He says, 'Come with me, my dear.

Miranda Lambert has left fans over the moon as she dropped a snippet of a new song and showed off new, longer hair.MORE: Miranda Lambert inundated with messages and well wishes following heartfelt messageThe country star released a 60-second long video to accompany the track called 'Strange', which begins at what appears to be the end of the first verse as she sings: "Couple hundred dollars feels more like change, yeah / times like these make me feel strange."WATCH: Miranda Lambert surprises fans as she drops snippet of new musicMiranda's iconic voice then continues: "Have a smoke / buy a round / get on a dayliner going anywhere bound. "Pick a string / sing the blues / dance a hole in your shoes / do anything to keep you sane / cause times like these make me feel strange, times like these make me feel strange."The second verse then begins: "Country don’t twang / Rock and roll ain’t loud / Every elevator only ever goes down / Everybody’s lookin’ for a little cheap fame / Yeah, and times like these make me feel strange."MORE: Country music fans go wild for Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert news MORE: Miranda Lambert shares exciting contest news with fansThe video featured a snapshot of Miranda taken in a rolling field, as she wore a sequin tank top and a tan cowboy hat, with her blonde hair long and straight for a casual look.The song comes after she took to Instagram to share a snapshot of herself brandishing postcards that appeared to feature a music studio and a belt buckle with the word 'strange' embossed on it.

A former contestant on The Bachelor has revealed she spent over $4,000 on outfits, shoes, and makeup to be on the popular reality TV show — only to get eliminated on the first night!

Romeo Beckham and girlfriend Mia Regan were the picture-perfect couple as they shot photographs of each other on a romantic getaway to Paris.The loved-up pair jetted off to the French capital this week for Victoria Beckham‘s Fashion Week show and made the most of the gorgeous surroundings as they held a makeshift show of their own.In ridiculously sweet snaps, Mia, 19, can be seen photographing her footballer boyfriend, also 19, on the streets before the pair carefully inspect the results.Romeo put on a casual display in a matching baggy grey tracksuit, with luminous blue-and-green trainers and a buzzcut not unlike one his famous father David Beckham often wears.Model Mia, meanwhile, put together a mix-and-match ensemble that fashion designer Victoria would be proud of, with flared blue jeans, a high-neck maroon jacket and khaki coat, complete with 1950s-style white sunglasses.In a series of photos, Romeo can be seen posing on Avenue Montaigne, his hands in his pockets as he strolls casually towards Mia, who is holding the camera.Returning the favour, Romeo then snaps his girlfriend, posing with her hand on her hip and wearing a bright orange face mask, outside the Celine fashion store on the same street.The couple then peer over the shots on the professional digital camera, with one particularly sweet picture showing them in peals of laughter together.Romeo can also be seen watching carefully as Mia prepares a shot of the street, holding the camera up to her face and closing one eye in concentration.At one point they notice the paparazzi, and a smiling Mia holds up her own camera and takes a photo of them back.As well as their own Fashion Week couple’s photoshoot, Mia and Romeo were seen exploring the streets of Paris

Amazon founder.The Saturday Night Live comedian, who was buried alive in Kanye West’s disturbing animated music video for new track Eazy, is said to be keen to be among the A-listers on board the Blue Origin rocket.Davidson and his girlfriend Kim Kardashian met with Bezos earlier this year, however it remains unclear whether plans for a trip into space were discussed at that time.‘Pete is excited,’ a source told Page Six. ‘They haven’t signed a contract yet, but it looks like it’s going to happen.‘The details are being finalised.

There’s some major casting news!

Brad Falchuk is in great shape at 51!

Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis are helping support Ukrainians.

Amy Schumer is giving an update post-liposuction.

Abstinence makes the heart grow fonder. Kourtney Kardashian is a firm believer in her and fiancé Travis Barker’s recent sex fast.

Mother knows best. Leighton Meester offered some rare insight into her family life while speaking about her new film, The Weekend Away.