Antti J. Jokinen Puts Emotion Over Violence in Nordic Epic ‘Kalevala’: ‘These Are Men Who Feel. They Are Not Just Raping and Pillaging’

Fashion designer Jeff Banks, 81, who won a huge following as the presenter of BBC’s The Clothes Show from 1986 to 2000, has split from his girlfriend of two years, Hannah Beech, 39. Jeff and Hannah had been in a relationship since 2022 after meeting when the designer was inspecting his Jeff & Co designs at a store in Liverpool, near where Hannah’s father lives. It has been reported that Jeff and Hannah had been living at his home in Henley-on-Thames since July 2023, but that Hannah has “moved into a caravan to rebuild her life” following the break-up of the relationship this summer.

Phillip Schofield has shockingly revealed his version of how he exited This Morning last year, and it is a different version to the original story – that he voluntarily chose to resign from the daytime show.The 62 year old TV star waved goodbye to the ITV morning programme in May 2023 after whispers of a falling out with his once-close friend and co-host Holly Willoughby. After much hearsay, Phillip also confessed to having an unwise relationship with a younger male colleague, though he stressed it wasn't illegal.

Amazon is proving to be a treasure trove for fragrance fans, offering more than the usual gadgets and tools; it's now a hotspot for discovering scents at seriously slashed prices. Picture this: top-shelf perfumes from Clinique, Elizabeth Arden, DKNY, and Mugler are not only a click away, but also available for much less than what you'd usually spend.Take Cacharel's Anais Anais EDT as a shining example. A stunning 100ml bottle usually priced at £69 is yours for just £32 in their tempting Big Deals Day sneak peek.

Charlie Stayt from BBC Breakfast had to apologise for technical glitches during a segment paying homage to the late Maggie Smith. On-air with co-host Nina Warhurst, they were chatting with Lady Fiona Carnarvon about Dame Maggie Smith's death on 27 September, when pesky tech troubles interrupted the tribute. Dame Maggie, iconic for her roles in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, passed away in hospital aged 89, leaving a sea of admirers in mourning.

Chappell Roan has been forced to cancel two shows, saying she must "prioritise" her health amid her rapid rise to stardom. Explaining things on Instagram on Friday, 27 September, the 26 year old sensation shared she's bowing out of her scheduled sets in NYC and DC at All Things Go due to feeling "overwhelmed" lately. Her heartfelt post read: "I apologise to people who have been waiting to see me in NYC and DC this weekend at All Things Go, but I am unable to perform.Things have gotten overwhelming over the past few weeks and I am really feeling it.

There were initially high expectations that the Princess of Wales and Meghan Markle would form a strong bond and become a dynamic duo. However, it appears that the two women never quite clicked after Prince Harry began dating Meghan, and tension between them began to build almost immediately. One awkward encounter between the pair occurred before Harry and Meghan's wedding, when the couple, along with Prince William and Kate, were referred to as the 'Fab Four'.

The Beckhams have found themselves at the centre of infidelity rumours just as Victoria hits a high with her show at Paris Fashion Week. Cruz Beckham, 19 – Victoria's third child – is accused of playing away by his Norwegian singer ex-girlfriend Bby Ivy, real name Viktoria Reitan.

Chris McCausland lost his sight at the age of 22 after years of slowly going blind due to a hereditary condition called retinitis pigmentosa. Having carved out a career as a stand-up comedian, the star is now making history as the first-ever blind contestant to compete on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing. Chris, 47, blew Strictly fans away with his first live performance alongside pro Dianne Buswell, 35, during the launch show, with many taken aback by his ability to dance without his sight.

In my job I’ve been lucky enough to travel to some of the world’s most exotic locations, yet one place that I revisit every year is the Lake District. I love nothing more than to spend the day hiking across Cumbria’s famously spectacular scenery before finishing at an old-fashioned country pub, and with a lovely hotel to come back to. I’ve stayed at a number of the best hotels in the Lake District – including Storrs Hall, Lodore Falls and The Samling, all of which I highly recommend – but Brimstone Hotel and Spa is one that I come back to time and time again; it has everything that I prioritise on this type of holiday.

Kate Middleton's brother, James, has admitted that he doesn't always heed her parenting advice.The 37 year old and his wife Alizee became parents to son Inigo last October. While he finds it "wonderful" to see his elder sister Kate - mum to Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and six year old Prince Louis with husband Prince William - and their other sibling, Pippa, raise their families as "dedicated" mothers, he doesn't always follow their "tips".

Holly Willoughby has finally spoken out and received an outpouring of support in light of Phillip Schofield's TV comeback.The telly favourite took to Instagram to share a post about her brand, Wylde Moon. She posted three snaps of herself clutching balloons and penned a caption marking the third anniversary of her brand. Holly wrote: "Join our 3rd birthday celebrations with 20% off perfume, wax melts, diffusers and travel minis...

Christopher Vourlias An explosive confrontation between a Muslim man and a Christian mob in an African nation on the brink is at the heart of “Safe House,” an upcoming drama from Norwegian filmmaker Eirik Svensson. The film, which is being repped internationally by TrustNordisk, was presented among the works in progress this week at the Finnish Film Affair in Helsinki.

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Nelly Furtado has spoken about the ways magazines used to edit her images during her career in the early 2000s, saying they would “lighten” her “olive skin”.In an interview with People, the singer shared that she was subject to “a lot of airbrushing” in editorial images during her early career. She also revealed that some publications would go as far as to change her skin tone, saying: “I have olive skin, and they’d kind of lighten my skin a lot in photos.”Furtado also shared how they would edit the size of her hips. “They would always kind of cut off in editorials,” she said, resulting in her becoming “kind of angry about” the beauty standards set by the media.However, the ‘Maneater’ singer shared that she “felt so lucky and blessed” to have had the support of her family during that time.

Beak>.In a statement shared to Twitter/X yesterday (September 27), the band revealed Barrow, also a member of Portishead, would be departing the lineup “after nearly 16 years of bad language & random tempo decisions”.They went on to say that their upcoming shows in the UK and Europe this year, and in the US early next year, will be his final performances with the group.“When we first met for a jam at the Invada Christmas party in 2008 we had no idea it would result in a collection of albums, singles, E.P’s and soundtracks we’re all really proud of,” the statement said.“In terms of future Beak> activity there’s life in the old dog yet, but we need time to mourn our Geoff. New music & activity will come along when the time is right.

Bright Eyes have cancelled all their remaining tour dates for 2024.The US indie rock band announced last week that they would be cancelling their record release shows due to frontman Conor Oberst losing his voice.Now, the group have shared that this extends to all shows that were scheduled for the rest of this year due to the singer’s ongoing vocal problems.“We regret to announce that we will have to cancel our shows for the rest of the year,” they shared in an Instagram statement.The band were due to perform their final US shows in Oakland (October 11), Los Angeles (12) and Las Vegas’ Best Friends Forever Music Festival (October 13), followed by a UK/European tour in November.“We love our fans and are incredibly disappointed that we won’t be able to play these shows. All tickets for headline shows will be refunded at point of purchase and we will keep everyone posted on plans for rescheduling.”The statement went on: “Over the past week, Conor has undergone multiple tests to determine the cause of his recent vocal problems.

Sabrina Carpenter’s new album ‘Short N’ Sweet’ is officially certified platinum.The pop star dropped her sixth record over the summer, featuring popular singles ‘Espresso’ and ‘Please Please Please’.As of Friday (September 27), the singer’s latest album was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America, meaning the record has sold more than one million units.This also makes ‘Short N’ Sweet’ her first album to reach the milestone, according to the RIAA’s records.The ‘Nonsense’ singer previously achieved platinum with her singles ‘Please Please Please’, ‘Espresso’, ‘Feather’, ‘Nonsense’ and ‘Thumbs’ while her 2022 album ‘Emails I Can’t Send’ went platinum in March of this year.‘Short n’ Sweet’ debuted at Number One on the Billboard 200 chart when it came out in August, and remained at the top spot for three consecutive weeks – making it her first chart-topping record.She also landed Number One in the UK, becoming the the first female artist in history to secure both the Number One album and single (with ‘Taste’) simultaneously, according to Official Charts. As of this week, ‘Taste’ had spent a fifth consecutive week at Number One.A post shared by Sabrina Carpenter (@sabrinacarpenter)Reacting to her first US Number One earlier this month, Carpenter wrote on Instagram: “Can’t express my gratitude.

Winger Morgan Whittaker has addressed the prospect of joining Rangers amid persistent interest in the Plymouth Argyle star.

Cord trousers are making a comeback for autumn, and one £39.50 pair from Marks and Spencer are currently proven to be a rather hot buy among shoppers.

Strictly Come Dancing’s judges and professional dancers are gearing up to dazzle viewers with an "avant-garde gothic tango" in the first results show of the 2024 series. Audiences can look forward to them performing to Prince’s 'When Doves Cry' and New Order’s 'Blue Monday', leading up to the announcement of the season's first departure.

A fuel expert has revealed the cheapest time to refill your car at the gas station while debunking some common misconceptions around fuel saving techniques.

Chris McCausland has been flooded with messages of support after revealing how he feels 'left out' on Strictly Come Dancing. The comedian has already won the hearts of viewers following his debut in the BBC One dance contest.

O2, the UK mobile network giant, has just dropped some crucial advice for smartphone users across the UK, and it's a warning that should not be taken lightly. The telecoms firm, which connects countless iPhone and Android users to essential services like calls, texts, and internet, is urging customers to be extra cautious and keep an eye out for scams.

University students are being urged to use condoms during sex due to high rates of gonorrhoea and syphilis among young people.

James McAvoy was spotted at a popular bar in Glasgow this week.

Borussia Dortmund have been left to sweat on two stars before the Champions League showdown with Celtic.

The body of a 21-year-old man was sadly found in Wigan.

Strictly Come Dancing has witnessed some 'very smart matchmaking' according to an expert as they pinpoint the successful and less effective pairings in the ballroom.

A brazen Edinburgh thief has been caught on camera "swiping" a parcel from outside somebody's home in broad daylight.

Teeth whitening enthusiasts are raving about a 'pain-free' at-home kit found on Amazon that promises to vanquish unwanted stains and discolouration with ease.

Prince Harry's educational journey was steeped in privilege from the get-go, starting at Mrs Mynors Nursery School in Notting Hill, progressing to Wetherby Prep School and then onto Ludgrove Prep School for boarding.

King Charles reportedly turned down an invitation to his youngest granddaughter, Princess Lilibet's christening, despite maintaining contact with Meghan Markle, according to a Royal book.

Oti Mabuse has been flooded with messages of support after she admitted to feeling 'so sad'. The dancer and TV star took to social media with her latest candid message as she keeps her fans and followers updated with everything from her career to life as a first-time parent.

Queen Camilla's son Tom Parker-Bowles has opened up about his feelings towards not receiving a royal title.

Endless hours are spent in rehearsals as celebrities strive to impress the judges on Strictly Come Dancing each year. However, there's another incentive to reach the final weeks as their paychecks increase.

A woman was left stunned after discovering the unusual name her friend intends to give her newborn son. She detailed how she attended a gender reveal party that also included a surprise name reveal. But the guests were taken aback when they saw the chosen name displayed on a cake.