UK Government urged to give assurance DWP benefits will be uprated next April to match inflation

For many fans, they first took notice of Kevin Bacon when he starred in the original slasher film Friday The 13th (1980), which went on to becomes a surprise hit and spawn a franchise of 12 films.It turns out the apple doesn't fall far from the tree, as daughter Sosie Bacon has also now scored a hit in the horror genre with her role in Smile, which spent three weeks at number one.'She's fantastic,' the proud father, 64, shared in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, before revealing how he was 'taken aback with, not only with how great she was but also how hard that role was, because it's one of those parts where there is no break.' 'Horror family': Kevin Bacon, 64, gushed over his daughter Sosie Bacon's performance in the sleeper hit horror film Smile, which comes more than 40 years after his breakout role in the original Friday The 13th, which also became a bonafide hitElaborating more on what he means by it being a role without a break, Kevin shared how most characters usually starts out 'pretty happy for at least, you know, 15 minutes or 20 minutes before everything becomes horrible. He added, 'But that's a movie where the stress level is [insane]. I was very proud of her.' Playing Dr.

It's been 30 years since the controversial Ghostwatch mockumentary aired on the telly on Halloween.

Jack Harlow was all game to roast himself during the Saturday Night Live monologue. The “First Class” singer took the stage of Studio 8H and didn’t waste any time poking fun at himself. Watch the monologue in the video posted above.

Saturday Night Live took on the Republicans’ lineup of high-profile midterm candidates Herschel Walker, Dr. Oz and Kari Lake, skewering them for their lack of experience and extremist ideas even as they have a good shot at winning their races, driven by their celebrity status.

A day after Adidas ended its business relationship with Kanye West following his repeated antisemitic comments, the rapper made an “unannounced” visit to a Skechers corporate office in LA on Wednesday and was escorted from the building.

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever stars Lupita Nyong'o, Letitia Wright and Danai Gurira led the stars at the 2022 EBONY Power 100 gala in Los Angeles on Saturday night.The cast of their new movie was collectively being presented with the Culture Award during the evening's star-studded fete, which was thrown at Milk Studios by Coke Zero Sugar.Lupita, 39, who won an Academy Award for her stirring performance in 12 Years A Slave, made a splash in a monochrome ensemble with flared trousers and crisscrossed sashes. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever stars: (left) Lupita Nyong'o, Letitia Wright and Danai Gurira led the stars at the 2022 EBONY Power 100 gala in Los Angeles on Saturday nightMeanwhile Letitia showcased her vertiginous legs in a popping crimson wrap dress reminiscent of the 1970s and amplified the effect with matching stilettos.Danai on the other hand channeled the 1920s in a sleek white cleavage-baring net dress that was dripping with fringe from both the bust and the hemline.

Kanye West took to Instagram on Friday evening to lament about the current state of multiple industries.The controversial rapper, 45, posted twice on the issue of contracts and even invoked Lauryn Hill's name and experiences to punctuate his point.First, however, he posted a black photo with white lettering demanding to 'see the contracts.' Contracts: Kanye West, 45, took to Instagram on Friday evening to lament about the current state of multiple industries and contracts he thought were unfair while also mentioning Lauryn Hill (pictured 2021)The post began, 'While I'm still allowed on Mark Zuckerberg platform, I'm going to say this again. Let's see the contracts. The film contracts.

Kourtney Kardashian channeled her husband Travis Barker's rocker style in a new Instagram album she posted Saturday.The 43-year-old reality TV bombshell treated her more than 200 million followers to a Halloween-themed photo dump two days before the holiday.She included a meme of a saying that has been circulating on social media and repeated the message in her caption: 'Comparison destroys personality.' Swanking about: Kourtney Kardashian channeled her husband Travis Barker's rocker style in a new Instagram album she posted SaturdayKourtney, whose new husband shot to fame as the drummer for Blink-182, included a a couple of snaps with a man dressed as Michael Myers from the Halloween movies.She herself was decked out in a seasonal ensemble, including a down jacket with a skull pattern and a Gothic slick of jet-black lipstick.  One mysterious picture, possibly teasing her upcoming holiday decorations, showed masses of red roses being unloaded off the back of a truck.In another Halloween-themed flourish, Kourtney included a shot of Travis' orange convertible Chevrolet K5 Blazer, with a skeleton propped up in the backseat.  Bombshell: The 43-year-old reality TV bombshell treated her more than 200 million followers to a Halloween-themed photo dump two days before the holiday Looking fab: Kourtney, whose new husband shot to fame as the drummer for Blink-182, included a a couple of snaps with a man dressed as Michael Myers from the Halloween movies.

Maya Rudolph is recalling her first appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman and remembers it was not the best experience. In a new interview, the Saturday Night Live alum says she “did not have a good time.”

Candice Swanepoel's body looked absolutely incredible in a new video released by the Brazilian beachwear brand Lez a Lez. The South African supermodel – who is nearly six feet tall – appeared to be even taller as she towered over her surroundings in a series of revealing looks. Swanepoel, 34, flaunted her torso and toned abs in a variety of midriff-baring ensembles that also showcased her taffy-pulled arms and legs.     Looking down on the mortals: Candice Swanepoel, 34, looked absolutely incredible in a new campaign video released by the Brazilian beachwear brand Lez a Lez. She was clad in a denim bustier top and blue jeans as she towered over her surroundings Supermodel or superhuman: The South African supermodel – who is nearly six feet tall – appeared to be even taller in the series of revealing looks.

Kwasi Kwarteng has paid the price for the chaos unleashed by his mini-budget as he was reportedly sacked by Liz Truss.

Tory councillors have supported a ban on fracking on council land despite the Government’s recent change in policy allowing shale gas extraction.

The government has confirmed when a decision will be made on whether or not to raise benefits in line with inflation or earnings.

Piers Morgan made an explosive return to BBC Question Time on Thursday.During the programme, he said: “With respect, in the last ten days of the monumental c**k-up you did with this mini-budget, I’ve so far heard people blame the Queen’s funeral for what happened, you’re now blaming Vladimir Putin.“I’m saying to you it’s simpler than that. Your mini-budget caused the chaos.”This comes after chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng confirmed in a tweet on Monday that the Tories were doing a U-turn on the cutting of the 45p tax rate.READ MORE: Piers Morgan fumes Liz Truss is 'rolling the dice' with entire British finances Nadhim Zahawi, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, who was also on the show, fired back at Morgan’s remarks and said: “Do you not think Vladimir Putin is using energy as a tool?”Fiona Bruce, Question Time’s host interfered with their spat and pointed out that Zahawi had already made that point.But Zahawi carried on, continuing his point and said: “Countries around the world, bankers are having to increase interest rates.”After Morgan hit back once more, insisting that it was “because of your mini budget!” the host finally regained control of the conversation.She said, “Both of you.

Conservative Party conference.Mike Pickering has spoken out after Prime Minister Liz Truss walked on stage to their 1990s hit, Moving On Up, ahead of delivering her keynote speech.The dance anthem, which was released by the Manchester-based band in 1993, peaked at number two on the UK singles chart and features vocalist Heather Small.Expressing his outrage, Pickering said: ‘They (the band) are livid. Heather’s boy James is a Labour councillor.

The government has confirmed that millions of households all across the UK will soon receive the second instalment of the £650 cost of living payment.

An online petition calling for a minimum weekly State Pension payment of £380 for all men and women over the age of 60 was recently rejected by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). The petition also urged the UK Government to lower the age of retirement back to 60.

Martin Lewis has set the record straight after the government released some 'irresponsible' advice for first-time buyers. The Money Saving Expert founder was back at the helm of Good Morning Britain alongside Susanna Reid on Monday (September 3) to offer his expert advice in a special cost of living episode.