When Nina Dobrev revealed that she left The Vampire Diaries because she wanted to play adult roles

K.J. Yossman British journalist Stuart Ramsay has been shot and wounded while reporting on the conflict in Ukraine.Ramsay, Sky News’ chief correspondent, was driving along a freeway towards Ukraine’s capital city Kyiv alongside camera operator Richie Mockler, producers Dominique Van Heerden and Martin Vowles, and local producer Andrii Lytvynenko on Monday Feb. 28 when their car was ambushed by Russians, who showered it in a hail of bullets.Despite the Sky News team shouting that they were journalists, the shooting did not stop.

With the war in Ukraine continuing to push many of its citizens out of the country amid Vladimir Putin’s invasion, protests continue in Russia.  Thousands have taken to the streets to denounce the war, including the daughters of some of Russia’s most elite figures with ties to the Kremlin.  One of Russia’s most outspoken opponents of the invasion on social media has been Sofia Abramovich, who publicly called out Putin in her Instagram Story with a post that said, "Putin wants a war with Ukraine.The biggest and most successful lie out of the Kremlin propaganda is that most Russians are with Putin." Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich with his daughter Sofia Abramovich in the stands. (Mike Egerton/PA Images) The equestrian is the daughter of Roman Abramovich, 55, the owner of the Chelsea Premier League Football Club who has a reported net worth of $12 billion.The club owner has said he will sell the team after mounting pressure brought on by the invasion and his ties to the Kremlin.  Abramovich also announced that he has instructed the popular football club to set up a foundation that will use all net proceeds from the sale of Chelsea to "benefit all victims of the war in Ukraine." Abramovich has yet to be sanctioned over his relationship with Russia.

COVID vaccination will no longer be required to attend gigs in the city.Vaccination has been a requirement of entry for all gigs since live music returned last summer, with anti-vax protestors gathering outside Foo Fighters’ reopening concert at Madison Square Garden.In an announcement in the city’s Times Square, Adams confirmed that from Monday, May 7, vaccination will no longer be required to attend gigs as well as restaurants, bars and gyms.“Businesses previously covered will still have the flexibility to require proof of vaccination or masking indoors if they choose,” Adams’ office confirmed.The Mayor did go on to stress that “COVID changes, it shifts, it modifies, and we must be willing to do the same.”Watch the speech below.Last month, industry insiders and health experts spoke to NME about what US fans can expect from live music during the next stage of the ongoing pandemic.After being postponed three times during the pandemic, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is set to return to Southern California this April. One of the world’s biggest festivals, the event draws up to 125,000 fans to the Indio desert a day, which is why health officials initially forced the event to cancel, pointing to the high risk of viral spread due to the large number of attendees.

Gucci Mane has compared himself to Russia’s leader Vladimir Putin and former American Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama on new track ‘Publicity Stunt’ – check it out below.On ‘Publicity Stunt’, Gucci Mane raps “Ain’t no disputin’, I kill like I’m Putin. Got a truck full of shooters, I move like I’m Trump.

Coronation Street back in 2011. And it’s clear to see Andrew Lancel’s complex characters have had their fair share of drama during the course of his time on the action-packed shows.But they’re not the only ones who have undergone a series of big changes over the years as the northern actor has gone on to live quite the wild lifestyle since he his soap days behind him.Now, the Daily Star has taken a deep dive into what the 51-year-old has been up to since his dramatic departure from the show.Andrew married his wife Lousie Edge back in 2005 where the happy couple went on to welcome two beautiful children.

Celtic have come under fire after being accused of shamelessly plugging a sponsor while paying tribute to the late, great Shane Warne, who died of a heart attack on Friday.The Scottish Premiership leaders posted a statement on social media saying that everyone at the club was "saddened to hear" of the cricket legend's death.But to fan's dismay, they posted an image of him wearing a t-shirt sporting the logo of Dafabet - their kit sponsor.In the club's defence, Warne had recently appeared alongside Celtic's Australian boss Ange Postecoglou to film a series of videos promoting the betting company, but fans still branded the move "tasteless"."Absolutely shameful promotion. No pictures of him without your club sponsor on show?" wrote one person on Twitter."This is tacky beyond words.

Vladimir Putin about a weapon "worse than a nuclear bomb" have added to fears around Russia looking set to take the invasion of Ukraine to a dangerous next level. His comments, from a October 2017 youth festival in Sochi, may have been a signal of his early intent to go to any extreme on the battlefield.The Russian President seemed convinced the world would soon witness super-human soldiers who cannot feel pain or fear.He said: “A man has the opportunity to get into the genetic code created by either nature, or as religious people would say, by God.“All kinds of practical consequences may follow.

EastEnders fans took to social media to praise Shirley Carter actress Linda Henry's performance, following the shock revelation about Shirley's sister Tina Carter.Viewers watched the BBC soap as Shirley Carter crumbled following confirmation that the body recently found underneath the Argee Barjee restaurant was Tina's.DI Arthurs informed Shirley of the devastating news, leaving her struggling to comprehend what had happened - and dealing with the truth that her sister had not left Albert Square after all.Following the emotional scenes, fans flooded social media with praise for Linda Henry's performance as Shirley Carter, with one viewer saying: "Bl**dy hell. Take a bow @maddy_hill90 @MrDDyer and Linda Henry.

previously showing how models hide stretch marks in their photos.The brunette shared side-by-side photos, as she hid stretch her stretch marks in one snap, while putting them on show in the other.Hayley, who boasts 488,000 followers, was seen in the left-hand photo hiding any imperfections as she took on a posed position while rocking a green underwear set.While in the right-hand picture, she relaxed to let her 'real' body show as she smiled into the lens.Captioning the post, the influencer wrote: "When I was younger I used to really hate my stretch marks, even though they are perfectly natural, normal and a part of being a human, I still always hated them."Whenever I was in a bikini I would always walk with an Anterior Pelvic tilt so my glutes would stick out more and it would ‘smoothen’ the appearance of my stretch marks."But this HURTS! It’s also very bad for your back and posture so I don’t advise it but I soon realised it was the constant need to look ‘perfect’ that I was battling in my head that needed to change, not my body!"Hayley then continued: "I was obsessed with changing my body, making improvements all the time, training, dieting, all day, every day."It was SO DRAINING and EXHAUSTING."So I’m hear you tell you to ignore that inner self critic, ignore that person telling you negative things about your body and say FU to societies ‘Beauty standards’ because I can tell you growing up thinking everyone is perfect and I wasn’t, is a waste of your time, energy and focus."Fans were loving the post at the time, as one told her: "I really needed to read this, thanks a lot."While another exclaimed: "Can relate so much to this!"Get all the biggest Lifestyle news straight to your inbox. Sign up for the free Daily Star

Police are searching for a 27-year-old man after a woman was left with 'significant and extensive injuries' from an 'abhorrent' assault.

Blake Shelton is living his best life right now after marrying Gwen Stefani and his successful decades-spanning career is going from strength to strength.MORE: Gwen Stefani wows in sheer dress for long-awaited announcementBut the country singer has dropped a bombshell about his future that will no doubt leave his army of fans saddened. Blake admitted that he is already prepared for the day when he will no longer record music to make way for up-and-coming stars to take his place.WATCH: Blake Shelton opens up about his 'greatest gig'"It's always over at some point, and I've always been prepared for that and I've braced myself for it," he told Country Countdown USA host Lon Helton at this year's Country Radio Seminar. "I learned to accept it a few years ago, maybe three or four or five years ago that it's coming."MORE: Blake Shelton's heartbreaking family story as he gives rare interview about personal lifeMORE: Blake Shelton weighs in on being a stepdad to Gwen Stefani's three childrenHe added: "People are going to get tired of you winning the awards.

Lisa Rinna led the stars in celebrating America's Independence Day on her Instagram page this Saturday.The 56-year-old posted her annual throwback snap in which she prances through the water at the beach while modeling a Stars And Stripes bikini.'If anything... I’m consistent.

Nina Dobrev's new movie Run This Town had its world premiere at South By Southwest in Austin, Texas, on March 9, 2019.And finally, one year later, the movie is set to open in theatres in North America on Friday.On Tuesday night, Dobrev, 31, wore a striking pink dress as she headlined a special screening of the film in Toronto. Red carpet ready: Nina Dobrev, 31, wore a striking pink dress for a special screening of the film Run This Town in Toronto ahead of its North American release in theatres FridayHer long-sleeve mini dress skimmed her thighs and she added a pair of silver sandal heels.

The Vampire Diaries alum Nina Dobrev was wearing so much blush during her appearance on the Monday's episode of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah that her cheeks looked bruised.Make-up artist Daniel Martin had a bit of a heavy-handed approach bringing out the Bulgarian-born, Toronto-raised 31-year-old's cheekbones and he put an excess of matching gloss on her eyelids.Nina was on the Comedy Central talk show to promote her role as political aide Ashley Pollock in Ricky Tollman's drama Run This Town, which details the turbulent final year of Rob Ford's tenure as the mayor of Toronto.

Nina Dobrev carries a cute green purse while arriving for her appearance on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah in New York City on Monday (March 2).

The Vampire Diaries aired its last episode in March 2017, and the emotionally loaded finale left the TVD fans heartbroken. Even after watching their favourite characters work their magic on the screen for eight seasons, the fans were no ready to say goodbye.

Nina Dobrev cut a casual figure in a white tank and a pair of form-fitting black leggings, as she ran errands on Friday.The 31-year-old Vampire Diaries star looked effortless chic with a purple CDC-recommended face mask, which covered her mouth and nose.While keeping her face hidden under a facial covering and some over-sized shades, Dobrev put her glossy tresses on full display with a fresh blow-out. Afternoon stroll:Nina Dobrev cut a casual figure in a pair of form-fitting black leggings and a white tank, as she ran errands on FridayShe kept her accessorizes minimal with just a long key necklace and a light blue linen button-down, which she wore open.

The Vampire Diaries first aired on the television in 2009 and ran for 8 seasons. During the course of the series we fell in love with various characters, thanks to the remarkable star cast who kept us engaged.

The 2009 teen drama series The Vampires diaries was more than just a story about a couple of blood-sucking vampires co-existing with humans in Mystic Falls. We loved the show because it features some very beautiful relationships between various on-screen pairs, including Stefan and Elena, Damon and Elena, Caroline and Stefan, Bonnie and Enzo, Bonnie, and Elena, Caroline and Elena, and Damon and Stefan’s bromance.

Fan-favourite teen drama show The Vampire Diaries first aired on television in 2009 and ran for 8 seasons. The finale episode of the show was released on March 10, 2017.

Nina Dobrev left her fans high and dry after she decided to leave The Vampire Diaries. The actress, who played the lead character of Elena Gilbert in the show, suddenly left the series after season 6.