UK set for 'blast of Indian summer' this week with temperatures reaching 20C

UPDATED with afternoon session: A Los Angeles police officer testified Thursday during Danny Masterson’s rape trial that while didn’t remember the specifics of an initial meeting with Jane Doe #1 in 2004 at the LAPD Hollywood station, he did take her claims about being attacked by Masterson in his Hollywood Hills home in April 2003 “to be a sexual assault.”

In his just-published memoir, Waypoints: My Scottish Journey, Outlander star Sam Heughan opens up about a brutal scene he shot in Season 1 of the Starz show and how it affected him negatively—a topic he hasn’t broached in depth before.

Jenny Ramirez is joining her old boss Corie Henson at NBC.

Still friends outside the house! Big Brother alums Taylor Hale, Joseph Abdin and Matt Turner reunited for a weekend trip to Alberta, Canada.

 

Southern Charm personality Naomie Olindo has responded to a fraud lawsuit filed by her one-time work associate Virginia 'Ginny' Cox, claiming that Cox stole from her fashion company L’Abeye and tried to extort money with her subsequent suit.In a counterclaims filing reviewed by Page Six Thursday, Olindo, 30, said that Cox 'filed this defamatory lawsuit with the intention of extorting money through a set of claims that are knowingly false,' after she was terminated from the company 'for employee theft and other misconduct.'Olindo claimed Cox had hacked into her computer and gained access to her American Express account (used for Olindo's personal and business endeavors) and used credit card points to buy a Florida vacation. The latest: Southern Charm personality Naomie Olindo has responded to a fraud lawsuit filed by her one-time work associate Virginia 'Ginny' Cox.

Katie Holmes is headed back to the stage for the first time in a decade. The 43-year-old has joined the cast of The Wanderers, an off-Broadway show, on Thursday, according to Deadline. She is set to play a movie star in the show, written by American playwright Anna Ziegler, which will begin preview performances on January 26, 2023.  Back to the stage: Katie Holmes is headed back to the stage for the first time in a decade (pictured Sept. 2022)After a few weeks, the show will open up to a larger audience on February 16 at the Laura Pels Theater.  The Wanderers centers on a Jewish man named Abe who is a famous novelist.

Kerry Washington put her best fashion foot forward on Thursday as she stepped out in New York City.The 45-year-old Bronx native wore a chic, all black belted Balmain blazer with matching leather boots that had a tilted heel.The longtime actress paired them with the fashion house's $4,000 slim fit leather trousers. Fashionista: Kerry Washington put her best fashion foot forward on Thursday as she stepped out in New York City Statement shoes: The 45-year-old Bronx native wore a chic, all black belted Balmain blazer with matching leather boots that had a tilted heelWashington, who stars in the new Netflix film The School For Good And Evil, put on a showstopping display in the powerful look.The long, wool blazer had constructed shoulder pads, a plunging neckline and a snug fit.

Adele is planning to study for a university degree in English Literature. During a recent fan Q&A session in Los Angeles to promote the video for her song I Drink Wine, the British superstar revealed that she wants to take up a course after she wraps up her Weekends with Adele residency in Las Vegas next month. "After Vegas, I really want to get a degree in English Literature.

A shady start? Prince Harry‘s highly anticipated memoir is already raising eyebrows — just from its title.

Her California girl! Katy Perry isn’t just amicable with fiancé Orlando Bloom’s ex Miranda Kerr — they’re BFFs, a source exclusively tells Us Weekly.

Irina Shayk and Bradley Cooper continued to fuel reconciliation rumors as they stepped out with their adorable daughter Lea ahead of Halloween in New York City on  Thursday.The actor, 47, and the supermodel, 36, looked relaxed as they walked with Lea, five, who was dressed up as a devil for the spooky season. Irina looked effortlessly chic in a plaid coat layered over a black midi dress, which featured a plunging zipper neckline. Family: Irina Shayk and Bradley Cooper continued to fuel reconciliation rumors as they stepped out with their adorable daughter Lea ahead of Halloween in New York City on ThursdayThe model oozed casual-cool while rocking black shades, leather booties and a matching purse.

Kanye West has claimed he lost $2 billion in one day in the wake of his antisemitic remarks. Over the course of this month, the Stronger rapper has made a string of divisive and offensive comments about Jewish people on social media and during interviews. On Wednesday, bosses at Adidas severed ties with West and called off their Yeezy fashion partnership, while Creative Artists Agency (CAA) officials dropped him as a client.

Mindy Kaling stunned her 6.4 million Instagram followers on Thursday when she posted new images of her modeling gorgeous Indian gowns. The Mindy Project star showcased her slim waist and slender arms as she posed in a variety of show-stopping designs for a backyard photoshoot. The 43-year-old Emmy nominee has been embracing her cultural heritage recently by donning traditional Indian dresses and voicing her support for Indian designers.  Embracing her heritage: Mindy Kaling, 43, stunned her 6.4 million Instagram followers on Thursday when she posted new images of her modeling gorgeous Indian gowns Flaunting her physique: With her slim arms outstretched, the Office star presented her beautiful see-through blue cape to the camera and smiled with pride as her midriff-baring blue gown showcased her slender waistWith her slim arms outstretched, Mindy presented her beautiful see-through blue cape to the camera and smiled with pride. The Office star's midriff-baring blue gown allowed her slender waist to peek out from below her plunging top as beautiful pink and green flowers graced her skirt from its waistline to the hem. Kaling's flawless makeup was done by celebrity makeup artist Eva Kim and her lustrous black hair was styled by Marc Mena. Sethi Couture provided the elegant necklace for Mindy's first look before the star changed into her next stunning design.  Wearable art: The Tony winner's second ensemble featured an elaborate lavender skirt adorned with intricate beading.

Dorit Kemsley certainty made her mark during the during the third and final episode of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills reunion, which aired on Wednesday night.While the drama between Kathy Hilton and Kyle Richards dominated the topic of conversation between the cast, the fashion designer, 46, raised eyebrows as she left a noticeable orange stain on the set's white sofa.Her unfortunate spray tan mishap became noticeable as she stood up for a toast between her costars, who all sipped on her go-to drink (a Belvedere, soda, (in a short glass), and three lemons — carcass out.) Oh no: Dorit Kemsley certainty made her mark during the during the third and final episode of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills reunion, which aired on Wednesday nightThe mother-of-two, who sported an over-the-top bronzed glow for the show, was wearing a a one-shoulder cobalt blue minidress and a long pearl necklace. At this point, the tension in the room was palpable amongst the women, as Richards, 53, was still shedding tears after an emotional conversation with her half-sibling, 63.After Hilton stormed off the stage, Richards began to break down and expressed frustration that 'once again, everything's' her 'fault.'  Yikes: While the drama between sisters Kathy Hilton and Kyle Richards dominated the topic of conversation between the cast, the fashion designer, 46, raised eyebrows as she left a noticeable orange stain on the set's white sofa Leaving her mark: Her unfortunate spray tan mishap became noticeable as she stood up for a toast between her costars, who all sipped on her go-to drink (a Belvedere, soda, (in a short glass), and three lemons — carcass out)'Well, now it's literally completely done.

With the Halloween holiday approaching, many fans will likely be watching or re-watching the hit sequel Hocus Pocus 2, which just set a new streaming record.The long-awaited sequel - which debuted on Disney Plus on September 30 - amassed a whopping 2.7 billion viewing minutes in the week spanning September 27 through October 2, via Deadline.That mark set a new movie streaming record for most viewing minutes, besting the 2.2 billion minutes that fans watched Disney's Encanto from December 27, 2021 through January 2, 2022. Record: With the Halloween holiday approaching, many fans will likely be watching or re-watching the hit sequel Hocus Pocus 2, which just set a new streaming record Streaming: The long-awaited sequel - which debuted on Disney Plus on September 30 - amassed a whopping 2.7 billion viewing minutes in the week spanning September 27 through October 2, via Deadline Netflix's critically-acclaimed miniseries Dahmer still took the top spot for that week, though, amassing 4.4 billion viewing minutes over that week.Hocus Pocus 2's numbers are even more impressive since it debuted on Friday and had no viewership for the first four days of Nielsen's viewing period, with only its first three days amassing 2.2 billion views.

She has become well known for showing off her eye-catching form during various stage appearances. And on Thursday, Cardi B gave her 142 million Instagram followers a prime look at her curvy physique with a trio of photos that were shared to her account.The 30-year-old performer also added a short message in her post's caption where she expressed that she was 'giving you a**, hair and heels.' There she is: Cardi B gave her 142 million Instagram followers a prime look at her curvy physique with a trio of photos that were shared to her account on ThursdayCardi B showed off her curvy rear end while wearing a set of striped purple leggings as she posed for the photo.The Up songwriter also rocked a black-and-magenta long-sleeve shirt as she posed for the shots. The Grammy-winning performer added a bit of glam to her look with a pair of stiletto-heeled shoes.Her voluminous dark brunette hair remained free-flowing and cascaded down her back.

forecasters warning of a nationwide threat of heavy rain, the potential of torrential conditions could lead to the possibility of floods in some regions of the country.Jim Dale, meteorologist for British Weather Services, said: “A low-pressure system stays to the north of Scotland towards the end of the week, but a front coming into the country will drag cold air behind it, so we are looking at a potential cold plunge at the end of the week.READ MORE:UK weather downpour sees bloke ride rubber ring down his street in soggy protest“A secondary low-pressure system, which is a breakaway low from the first one, comes in next weekend, and there is cold northerly air associated with this.“This week is generally going to be unsettled, with more of a risk of heavy rain, and there will be the added risk of some high winds.”Experts have said that Britain could be in for a tough winter as the Met Office said "global weather patterns" will have a knock-on effect on the UK’s weather this winter.Chief meteorologist Paul Davies said: “Long-range outlooks are driven by global weather patterns and even if these influences, for example, suggest a higher-than-usual chance of a mild winter this would not rule out having cold spells, or even a cold winter.“These scenarios would just be less likely based on the information available at the time the forecast is made.

snowfall in just a matter of weeks, it has been reported.Big swathes of Scotland are being forecast to get a light dusting of around 3cm, according to interactive weather maps. Western and central Scotland both have large areas in the WC Charts model that are shaded purple, which denotes a small amount of snow.READ MORE: I climbed The O2's roof for stand up gig as comedian Lou Sanders left me in stitchesSenior meteorologist at British Weather Services, Jim Dale, has told the Daily Express that he would not rule out imminent snow fall, but his opinions also carry an air of scepticism.The map shows wintry showers moving south west across the North Sea from Norway late on October 19, forming into what looks to be sleet or snow over central Scotland, with a large part falling on the Scottish Highlands.As the showers, which will likely include rain, begin to clear, a glittery and light snowy scene will be left in the dead of night.Due to the timing of this weather event being over a fortnight from now, the map doesn't update beyond this point as yet – but will do as time moves on.Temperature gauges for midnight between October 19 and 20 does show the Scottish Highlands' mercury plummeting to -2C, an indicator of extremely cold conditions – which is also to be expected, Mr Dale said.To stay up to date with all the latest news, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here.He told the Express what he thought of the prediction: "Let’s make it clear – that’s not a big event.