Author: Sophie Polanksi

Kevin Spacey is facing a civil damages claim at the High Court in which three men are suing the Hollywood actor over alleged sexual abuse, with the case hearing that the first alleged attack took place in 1976 when Spacey was still a teenager studying at a Los Angeles high school. The 66-year-old, who has denied all wrongdoing, did not attend the High Court for today’s pre-trial review. Seven men have come forward as witnesses in the civil claim, which is due to be heard in full later this year and seeks damages in excess of £30,000 per claimant. Elizabeth-Anne…

Harry Styles is releasing a live concert special on Netflix this week, just days after his headline-making return to the BRIT Awards stage. Here is everything you need to know about what it is, when to watch it and how it fits into his wider comeback. What is it? Harry Styles: One Night in Manchester is a professionally filmed live concert performance, not a scripted series or documentary. It was recorded at Co-op Live in Manchester and captures the first full live performance of Styles’ new studio album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. Netflix has also described it as…

Long before the first American customer could order McDonald’s newest menu addition, the burger had already made headlines — thanks to a promotional clip featuring the chain’s own chief executive that quickly became the subject of widespread mockery online. The Big Arch, described by McDonald’s as its first new permanent worldwide menu item since the launch of Chicken McNuggets in 1983, is set to go on sale across US locations on Tuesday. The towering sandwich features two beef patties, three slices of processed white cheese, crispy and fresh onions, pickles, lettuce and a new tangy Big Arch sauce. Pricing on…

Hollywood has lost one of its most beloved comedic talents, with Catherine O’Hara passing away on Friday at the age of 71, sources with direct knowledge have confirmed to TMZ. The Canadian-born actress made her final public appearance at the Emmy Awards ceremony in September, where observers noted she appeared frail on the red carpet. Her death comes approximately four months after that outing, though the cause has not been disclosed. O’Hara’s career spanned decades and encompassed multiple genres, earning her recognition as both a comedic force and dramatic performer. She achieved widespread acclaim for her portrayal of the flamboyant…

A jury has convicted a West End musical star of rape and attempted rape following more than 11 hours of deliberation at Wood Green Crown Court. Ross Davidson, 37, who performed under the stage name Ross Wild, was found guilty on all charges relating to attacks on two women he had met through the dating app Tinder. The Finchley resident had denied the offences throughout the trial. Davidson gained recognition in theatrical circles for his role in the Queen-themed production We Will Rock You and briefly performed with 1980s pop group Spandau Ballet during 2018. The court heard evidence concerning…

BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood has announced she will step down from the broadcaster in April after more than a quarter of a century, saying she wants to spend more time with her husband. The 63-year-old, who married Steve Randall at the end of 2023, told BBC Breakfast viewers that the couple are “ships that pass in the night” and she is looking forward to travelling together. Kirkwood made the announcement on Monday morning immediately after delivering her forecast, joining presenters Sally Nugent and Jon Kay on the sofa. Fighting back tears, she said: “So, I’m going to be leaving…

Social media users have criticised Kylie Jenner for advertising a digestion and weight management product, with some expressing concern about the influence such promotions may have on teenagers. The 28-year-old appeared in a video for Korean brand Foodology promoting its Coleology Cutting Jelly, which the company says is designed to support appetite control, carbohydrate metabolism and daily weight management routines. Reddit users responded to the promotional clip, with one writing that it was “irresponsible for celebrities to advertise supplements and laxatives” given the number of impressionable young people who might take such endorsements seriously. Others questioned why someone of Jenner’s…

Profits generated by last summer’s Oasis reunion concerts and business rates from the Co-op Live arena are being reinvested into struggling grassroots music venues across Manchester, city leaders have confirmed. The funding initiative comes as the city prepares to host the BRIT Awards for the first time in the ceremony’s history, with the event moving out of London for its 2026 edition on February 28. Manchester City Council Leader Bev Craig said the approach demonstrated a commitment to nurturing future talent rather than simply celebrating the city’s musical heritage. She explained that money from major events was being directed to…

Former Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards has announced the birth of her second child, a daughter named Alanis Valentine, following a journey to motherhood marked by profound loss. The 32-year-old has previously spoken about suffering two miscarriages, including one at 24 weeks when doctors could no longer detect a heartbeat. Speaking on Paul C Brunson’s We Need To Talk podcast, Edwards recalled the moment she learned of the loss: “I remember sobbing. I couldn’t see straight. I was just distraught.” She described how her body had continued preparing for the baby despite the tragedy, with her milk coming in days…

Japan’s ruling coalition faces voters on February 8 holding a single-seat majority in the Lower House, after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi dissolved parliament and called a snap election despite her term running until October 2028. The gamble comes as the Liberal Democratic Party confronts a newly unified opposition. On January 16, the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan joined with Komeito — the LDP’s coalition partner for 26 years until recently — to form the Centrist Reform Alliance, which now controls 172 seats in the 456-seat chamber. Norihiro Yamaguchi, lead Japan economist at Oxford Economics, warned that without Komeito’s organisational support,…