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food after Russia launched a "full-scale" attack. Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a "specialist military operation" was underway in the rebel-controlled areas in the east of Ukraine in the early hours of Thursday (February 24).Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says Russia has launched a "full-scale" attack with troops crossing the border on several fronts.As a result, residents in the country's capital of Kyiv have started fleeing towards the west of the country – away from the direction of the invasion which is coming in from the east and north.In a number of videos posted on Twitter, huge traffic jams have been spotted on the outskirts of Ukraine's largest city.One video was captioned: "Air raid sirens as refugee convoy hits traffic on outskirts of Kyiv.

Holly Willoughby was supported by her co-host Phillip Schofield as she launched her latest venture away from TV.

A couple have vowed to sell their home after burglars attacked them with a corrosive substance in Stockport.

Vladimir Putin has warned the West that an attempt to interfere with Russia's invasion of Ukraine would lead to "consequences never encountered in your history".

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp expressed the significance of his side's 6-0 win over Leeds on Wednesday that cut the gap to Manchester City to just three points in the Premier League.

Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has hailed interim manager Ralf Rangnick after his substitutions changed the game against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s expression spoke more than words ever could during his difficult night against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday night. That was the verdict from Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand, who was less than pleased in the BT Sport studio.

The Batman movie.The actress oozed sex appeal on the catwalk at the BFI IMAX Waterloo in a stunning dress which had cut-outs across the chest to flash the flesh.Lenny Kravitz's daughter paired her halter-neck gown with black and pearl earrings and wore her raven locks in a sleek up do.Zoe also accentuated her pretty features with a dusting of makeup.The actress was joined on the red carpet by her co-stars from the Matt Reeves-directed movie, including The Batman actor Robert Pattinson, who looked dapper in an oversized grey blazer and matching trousers.Robert finished his look with a black jumper and chunky black shoes and accessorised with a silver chain bracelet.The pair appeared to be in high spirits as they posed for a slew of solo snaps - before having joint photos done.They giggled as they chatted on the red carpet and also linked arms as they strolled across it.They then posed for snaps with more of their co-stars in front of adoring fans.Andy Serkis, 57, who plays Bruce Wayne's butler Alfred Pennyworth in the film, was seen in a black satin suit which featured detailing that showcased a red tartan panel and finished his look with a black jumper and shiny black brogues.He attended the event with his wife Louise Ashbourne and son Louis, and the family posed together for sweet snaps.The Batman movie is set to be the longest film in the franchise at two hours and 55 minutes, which included eight minutes of credits, The Hollywood Reporter reports.Batman centres on Bruce Wayne’s earlier days of fighting crime.Pattinson told Variety in 2019 he had wanted to star as Batman for a long time.He said: "I'd had Batman in my mind for a while."It's such an absurd thing to say.

Emmerdale next week as they soon realise that time is not on their side.According to Emmerdale spoilers, serial killer Meena Jutla comes up with a plan to hopefully get Charles Anderson on her side.However, things become complicated when Charles refuses to meet her in prison again after she confessed to the brutal murder of Andrea Tate.Elsewhere, Rhona Goskirk is aware that she needs to tell her partner Marlon Dingle about Pierce Harris' son Marcus sooner rather than later.But when the truth finally comes out, will Marlon be able to forgive her?Meanwhile, Marcus makes plans to leave the village which leaves an eager Ethan Anderson downhearted.

Antonio Conte appears to be nearing the end as Tottenham manager in the wake of a disappointing defeat to struggling Burnley.The defeat left them seven points off fourth-place following a run of four Premier League defeats in five games, with Conte opening questioning his future after the game.“For me the situation is unacceptable. To lose four of five [games] for Tottenham has to be a disaster,” he said.“For sure we are to speak and have a conversation with the club to try and find the best solution to help the team not have this type of situation.

Billie Eilish said that Daniel Craig was a 'DILF' on Wednesday night's Late Night with Seth Meyers.The 20-year-old singer wearing black and white sweater, vest, black pants and black sneakers described to Seth being nervous meeting the 53-year-old James Bond actor during the course of her creating the Oscar nominated theme song 'No Time To Die'.'It's James Bond,' said Billie. 'He's a DILF.' Bond fan:Billie Eilish said that Daniel Craig was a 'DILF' on Wednesday night's Late Night with Seth MeyersSeth quipped, 'I found when I said it, it's weird. But I want you to know that I'm in full agreement.''You should be,' said Billie.

With the Season 2 finale of HBO's Euphoria just days away, one of the show's stars, Angus Cloud, has gotten a new gig.Polo announced on Wednesday that the 23-year-old actor will be the new face of Ralph Lauren Fragrances for an upcoming campaign.The new campaign also features TikTok stars Blake Gray and Sharl, which is designed to reveal a, 'more modern perspective of today's Polo story.' New gig:With the Season 2 finale of HBO's Euphoria just days away, one of the show's stars, Angus Cloud, has gotten a new gigAs it turns out, Cloud is the perfect brand ambassador since the actor was already a huge fan of the brand.'Every time I was in the thrift store, anything with a Polo pony on it, I would grab that," Cloud said. 'At a certain point, I realized I hadn't worn a t-shirt in a couple months … that was the start of it, collecting Polo ponies,' Cloud added.

Vanessa Bryant and her daughters had a fun-filled Wednesday at the happiest place on Earth.The Bryant ladies went to Disneyland, which over the years has been one of the family's favorite places to go.In fact, Mama Vanessa opted to celebrate her 39th birthday this past May at the theme park in Anaheim.For this latest go-around, shedocumented some of the thrilling moments with a series of photos she shared on her Instagram page in three separate posts. Happiest place on Earth: Vanessa Bryant, 39, took her three daughters to Disneyland for the day; the proud mom is seen with Bianka, fiveThe 39-year-old widow of NBA legend Kobe Bryantbrought her three daughters, Natalia, 19, Bianka, five, and Capri, two,The first of the posts showed the proud mother snuggled up next to her Bianka, who looked adorable with a pink bow in her hair as she flashed a big beaming smile that more than resembled her dad's famous grin With a chill in the air, mom dressedher girl on a warm off-white jacket.As for Vanessa, she bundled up in a black puffer jacket and donned a pair of stylish big frame sunglasses.

Anthony Edwards revealed that he and Mare Winningham had secretly eloped last year during an interview with Esquire that was published earlier this month.During the conversation, the 59-year-old actor expressed that he and the Oscar nominee, 62, had decided to tie the knot after being friends for nearly four decades.The couple famously costarred in the 1988 thriller feature Miracle Mile. New couple:Anthony Edwards revealed that he and Mare Winningham had secretly eloped last year during an interview with Esquire that was published earlier this month; they are seen in 2021According to the media outlet, the wedding party included 'just the two of them and an old friend to officiate.'Edwards made a humorous comment about the circumstances, stating: 'We're too old to throw weddings.' He went on to gush about his now-wife's dedication to her current professional commitments regarding her theater engagements.'She's doing Girl From the North Country on Broadway and she's just spectacular,' he stated.

Elsa Hosk and Nicole Williams stepped out with unique and stylish looks at a Vida Glow event in Los Angeles.The 33-year-old Hosk and 34-year-old Williams were both spotted without their significant others at the event, held at The Beverly Hills Hotel.Hosk has been dating British businessman Tom Daly since 2015, and Williams has been married to former NFL player Larry English since 2017. Elsa steps out:Elsa Hosk and Nicole Williams stepped out with unique and stylish looks at a Vida Glow event in Los AngelesWilliams stepped out with a unique brown cutout maxi dress that fell all the way to her stylish pointed-toe black boots.She also wore hoop earrings for the event with her auburn locks pulled back tightly for her look.

Priyanka Chopra gave fans a look into her day-to-day life by uploading a'photo dump' to Instagramon Wednesday.Notably, the 39-year-old actress appeared to give her followers a peek at the nursery her and husband Nick Jonas set-up for their baby daughter.As revealed exclusively by DailyMail.com in January, the couple's first child was born via surrogate and arrivedat 27 weeks at a Southern California hospital outside LA. Day in the life:Priyanka Chopra gave fans a look into her day-to-day life by uploading a 'photo dump' to Instagram on WednesdayShe will remain in hospital until she is healthy enough to return home with her parents, a source close to the couple said.Though it's unclear if their little girl has been cleared to go home, Chopra and Jonas have a nursery decorated and ready for her arrival.

She's a mother of two with a third child on the way.And Nicky Hilton had that pregnancy glow as she stepped out for dinner at the celebrity hotspot Craig's in West Hollywood on Wednesday.The fashion designer and entrepreneur, 38, highlighted her baby bump in a black minidress for her night out. Glowing:Nicky Hilton had that pregnancy glow as she stepped out for dinner at the celebrity hotspot Craig's in West Hollywood on WednesdayHilton matched her body-hugging minidress with a pair of black heels and and covered up for the walk from her car into the restaurantin a brown teddy coat.She also added an extra touch or two of volume to her long blonde tresses, which fell and flowed all over her shoulders in loose waves.

Kate Hudson had a fun interaction with Gwen Stefani in the comment section of her latest Instagram post on Wednesday.The 42-year-old actress' had shared a shot of her eldest son, Ryder Russell, 18, rocking a tee with the No Doubt frontwoman emblazoned on the front of it.'Better put a lock on that closet son cause I'm coming for that tee,' she jokingly captioned the snap, which unexpectedly earned recognition from Stefani. Fun:Kate Hudson had a fun interaction with Gwen Stefani in the comment section of her latest Instagram post on WednesdayStefani, 52, then reassured Hudson that there was 'no need to steal! I've got something better for you.'Hudson shares Ryder with ex husbandChris Robinson, 55, who she divorced in 2007 after seven years of marriage.

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Not one to let the runaway success of ESPN's docuseries The Last Dance go under-appreciated, the network's fellow Disney family member ABC will air a new special next week that digs deeper into the series centered on cultural icon Michael Jordan.

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