'Afghan refugees are welcome here': public pledge made by Dumfries and Galloway Council

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefBroadway and recording star Idina Menzel showed her support Sunday for a Ukrainian girl who was shown singing a song from Disney’s “Frozen” from inside a makeshift bunker.Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine has now lasted ten days. It has destroyed schools, hospitals and residential buildings causing millions of civilians in Ukraine to be displaced or flee the country.

To celebrate International Women's Day, the stars of hit ITV daytime show Loose Women came together to chat exclusively with OK! VIP's about life on and off screen. In the exclusive video, Katie Piper, Charlene White, Jane Moore and Nadia Sawalha can be seen posing for our glossy photo shoot and breaking out with laughter, jokes - and even a bit of dancing.

In one of the biggest Coronation Street twists for a long time, fans found out on Friday for the first time that Abi Franklin (Sally Carman) is sensationally around six months pregnant, as she went in to labour.The surprise baby news shocked fans. But not only was this a shock for fans, the contractions were the first time Abi knew that she was about to became a mum again. Abi quickly called the paramedics and told them she was going into labour.

Michelle Heaton, 42, has bravely shared her journey of finding out she needed breast reconstruction right through to her post-surgery recovery.The Liberty X star revealed that it was due to comments below a video of her where trolls pointed out that she had a 'deformed' breast that prompted her to see a doctor.

When Michelle Heaton posed with her family in OK! to celebrate her first Christmas since getting sober, she wasn’t expecting to get hundreds of concerned messages about her breasts that would lead to her undergoing a second round of surgery. Ten years ago, the star had a double mastectomy and reconstruction surgery on her breasts. She made the drastic decision after she found out she was carrying the faulty BRCA2 gene – which meant she had an 85% chance of suffering breast cancer in her thirties.

We’ve often wondered what it would be like to be part of the Loose Women panel. And now, after being in the ladies’ presence during OK!’s exclusive shoot to celebrate International Women’s Day, we think we’ve got a pretty good idea. While it’s an often overused cliché, what you see on screen is exactly what you get off it – if a little more potty-mouthed and chaotic.

Emily Andrea opened up about why he will making his 14 year old daughter Princess wait before she joins the world of entertainment. Writing in her weekly OK! column, the NHS doctor says she doesn't notice the age gap because Pete doesn't look his age - or act it either. Here, she also shares her thoughts on children having mobile phones, and how she feels about young siblings locking lips after Sam Faiers shared a snap of her kids kissing.

The parents of the youngest victim of the Manchester Arena terror attack say 'questions need to be answered' over why bomber Salman Abedi wasn't prevented from carrying out the atrocity.

Kate Garraway is sadly facing another setback amid her husband Derek Draper's ongoing health battle.MORE: Kate Garraway gives heartbreaking update on how kids are 'adjusting' to home life with DerekAccording to the Mail on Sunday, the business that she ran with Derek has now gone bust, just a short time after she spoke about her financial worries.WATCH: Kate Garraway describes emotional moment husband Derek was able to hug son BillyKate is said to have lost her battle to save Derek's psychotherapy company, Astra Aspera Limited, and will announce that the firm is to fold over the coming days.READ: Caring For Derek viewers defend Kate Garraway after criticism over documentaryMORE: GMB star Ben Shephard shares touching personal tribute – fans reactAstra Aspera was primarily Derek's company but in February last year, Kate was made a director in an effort to keep it running. However, now Derek is unable to work – and is unlikely to return anytime soon – Kate is struggling with a huge increase in costs.

Kim Kardashian is on the move!

A talented figure skater from Ayrshire has told how the 30th anniversary of her Winter Olympics appearance feels just like yesterday.

Soundtrack #1.Starring Han So-hee (My Name) and Park Hyung-sik (Happiness), Soundtrack #1 revolves around a pair of longtime friends and music lovers who end up living together for two weeks after unexpected circumstances. As they spend more time together, they begin to question their relationship as the line between friends and lovers grows increasingly blurry.In the new trailer, the circumstances of their living situation are finally previewed for the first time. “Come to my house and be my assistant,” says Eun-soo (played by Han) over a meal with her best friend, Sun-woo (Park).

Jay Park has announced ‘Ganadara’, featuring IU, the first release under his newly launched label More Vision.On March 7 at midnight KST, Park’s newly established music label More Vision shared through its official Twitter account that the Korean-American musician would be released a new track titled ‘Ganadara’, featuring singer-songwriter IU.The announcement was accompanied by a teaser for the single, which features title of the track inside a distorted heart in the sky and a snippet of its lo-fi inspired instrumental. ‘Ganadara’ arrives on March 11 at 6pm KST.박재범 (Jay Park) – ‘GANADARA’▶️ 2022.03.11 (Fri) 18:00 KST@JAYBUMAOM #박재범 #JayPark#GANADARA #가나다라#MOREVISION pic.twitter.com/Xp2FOfLBXM— MORE VISION (@MOREVISIONKR) March 4, 2022Soon after, Park quote-tweeted the announcement and wrote, “is there a MV??????”, implying that the pair may also be releasing a music video for the upcoming track.is there a MV?????? https://t.co/mQsZeLOjpR— JAY BUM PARK (@JAYBUMAOM) March 6, 2022Last week, Park launched New Vision alongside an introduction video that took the form of an interview with the singer-rapper.

BLACKPINK will soon be making their return, according to member Jennie.Several YG Entertainment artists, including BLACKPINK’s Jennie, recently gathered and appeared on the YouTube channel The Game Caterers for a chat and play a series of games. Other artists present were Sechskies’ Jiwon, AKMU’s Chanhyuk, WINNER’s Jinu, Mino and Yoon, iKON’s Jay and Song as well as TREASURE’s Hyunsuk and Jihoon.Towards the end of the clip, Jennie revealed that the girl group are set to make their return. “BLACKPINK is also making a comeback soon.

Even though international pop star Britney Spears has been to Vegas more times than she can count, including for a Vegas residency, something was very different about the star’s last visit. In a new (and now-deleted) Instagram post, Britney, 40, opened up about a recent trip to Vegas, sharing she absolutely loved the “huge difference” in visiting Sin City now that she’s free from her 13-year conservatorship, and without her controlling parents. “I don’t have to entertain my family anymore and be their puppet,” the singer shared.

Pep Guardiola said that Manchester United’s struggles since the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson serve as a warning to Manchester City. The Reds have failed to win the Premier League in the eight years since their most successful manager retired, and are trailing in the wake of the Blues.

Scott McTominay has revealed Manchester United discussed how 'sloppy' they were in possession after Sunday's derby defeat.

Many of us love a coffee to wake us up or keep us going throughout the day.

Andy Ryan says the difference between Championship title-chasing Kilmarnock and play-off hopefuls Hamilton Accies was obvious, and admits the Rugby Park side made it very difficult for them.

Luke Bryan is in Las Vegas for the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards, and having to make the trip out to Sin City was the perfect excuse to check out Katy Perry's residency show.Bryan spoke with ET's Cassie DiLaura over the weekend after rehearsals for his performance at this year's star-studded celebration of country music, and the singer opened up about seeing his friend and fellow judge bringing down the house in her residency show at The Theatre at Resorts World Resort and Casino.«I came in a day early to just be able to [see her show], because it's gonna be really tough for our schedules to intersect,» Bryan shared. «So, I mainly did that just to put a lot of pressure on Katy so she could come see my show.»Bryan recently wrapped up his own residency engagement at Resorts World Las Vegas — and is preparing for a second round in the near future — and the crooner said he was really excited about how it turned out.«It was great! I couldn't be happier with how it all went. I mean, the show felt like it was one of the best shows I've been able to put on and perform,» Bryan shared. «And I've also learned that I can live one month in Vegas without getting sent to the grave.»«As far as round two, I always want to build on the Vegas show.

The stars are stepping out for the Balenciaga Fashion Show!

Pamela Anderson is enjoying a night out with her eldest son!

Harry Maguire blamed Manchester United's inability to keep the ball for their disastrous second-half display at the Etihad.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief‘The Battle at Lake Changjin II’ headed the mainland Chinese box office for the fifth successive weekend as cinemas await significant new content. “Changjin II” earned $7.5 million over the latest weekend, according to data from consultancy Artisan Gateway. The increment expanded the film’s aggregate to $626 million since release on Feb.

Benedict Cumberbatch is breaking his silence to defend his latest movie, The Power of the Dog.

In between a diatribe on the war in Ukraine and a detailed look into justice system, Last Week Tonight host John Oliver managed to fit in a jab at one of Hollywood’s biggest stars.

Jon Dadi Bodvarsson feels there is less pressure on Bolton compared to other sides in and around the League One play-offs but that Wanderers are close to the top six in their quest to reach them.

Manchester United fans were left angry and frustrated as United lost 4-1 against Manchester City on Sunday afternoon.

Bolton Wanderers are purely focusing on taking care of business themselves in their chase for the League One play-offs in a tough division as Ian Evatt is delighted with where his fairly young team is at present.

Jessie Cave have revealed she has been hospitalized.

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