Blackpool Zoo welcomes 'very special arrival' as baby orangutan is born

lightweight linens, turning up your air conditioner to its highest setting and keeping some cold water by your side, cooling pajamas are one of the best ways to ensure a good night's sleep.Days of thick flannel and sweatpants for bed are long behind us, so now is the perfect time to upgrade your sleepwear for the hottest part of summer. The key to staying cool while you sleep is picking out breathable fabrics: think cotton, linen or silk for an extra luxurious touch.

, every second counts. It only makes sense, then, that the  filmmakers would rely on heritage watch brand Hamilton to source its timepieces. The highly anticipated thriller tells the story of J.

universe. On Wednesday, author Candace Bushnell, who penned the book that the original HBO series was based off, took to Twitter to poke fun at the show's Max reboot,, recasting actor Peter Hermann in a recent role. In an episode that aired earlier this month, Hermann played George, an app designer who has a short-lived romance with Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) after she causes him to crash his bike. Bushnell pointed out that Hermann also played the cameo role of David in the original series, a Jewish man that Charlotte York (Kristin Davis) is set up with right before she reunites with her now-husband, Harry Godlenblatt (Evan Handler). «The fact that Carrie’s app designer boyfriend is the same guy that Charlotte was set up with at the synagogue in season six really speaks to the lack of eligible bachelors in New York City,» Bushnell quipped, sharing photos of Hermann in both roles. The fact that Carrie’s app designer boyfriend is the same guy that Charlotte was set up with at the synagogue in season six really speaks to the lack of eligible bachelors in New York City.

J. Kim Murphy Adult Swim has greenlit “Lazarus,” a new Toonami series from renowned anime director Shinichirō Watanabe, known for his work helming episodes of “Cowboy Bebop,” “Samurai Champloo” and “Kids on the Slope.” Produced by anime studio MAPPA, “Lazarus” also recruits the contributions of “John Wick” series director Chad Stahelski, who designed several action sequences for the series, along with the musical talents of saxophonist Kamasi Washington; producer, DJ and musician Floating Points; and producer, DJ and musician Bonobo. The trio will provide a jazz and electronic score for the project. Watanabe will pull the curtain back on the series at the Adult Swim Festival in San Diego on Saturday at 5:15 p.m., as part of the Comic-Con event Toonami on the Green.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Shares of Netflix were down more than 8% in early trading Thursday, coming after the streamer blew away estimates on subscriber gains for the second quarter — and analysts saying the company continues to be well positioned to weather Hollywood’s double actors and writers strike relative to its peers. But investors had been anticipating a bigger bump from its new initiative to monetize password-sharing accounts. Note that Netflix’s post-earnings stock drop came amid high investor expectations leading into the Q2 report: Shares were up nearly 62% year to date in 2023. Revenue for Q2 came in at $8.19 billion, shy of Wall Street’s $8.3 billion consensus expectations. And Netflix’s guidance for Q3 revenue of $8.52 billion also was less than the $8.9 billion average forecast by analysts. The company added 5.9 million net new subs in the second quarter, more than double expectations, and said it expects to add about the same number in Q3.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer HGTV is ordering more from network darling Christina Hall: The Warner Bros. Discovery-owned cabler has renewed the “Flip or Flop” alum’s docuseries “Christina on the Coast” and “Christina in the Country” for additional seasons. From real estate and design star Hall, “Christina on the Coast” has received an additional 12-episode pickup, while “Christina in the Country” got another six-episode order. Per HGTV, the new episodes of each of Hall’s series “will continue to spotlight Christina’s cross-country adventures,” while “in both Southern California and Tennessee, the busy mom of three, author and entrepreneur will expand her growing design business alongside fellow designer and project manager James Bender as well as spend quality time with her children and husband Josh Hall.”

Doctor Strange’s talented Xochitl Gomez, the charismatic Xolo Maridueña from Blue Beetle, the electrifying Sasha Calle from The Flash, and the lovable Michael Cimino from Love, Victor, gathered for an epic day out at the Happiest Place on Earth.The excitement was palpable as the group of friends explored the enchanting theme park over the weekend. They embraced the thrill of the rides, capturing unforgettable moments with delightful photos and indulging in the mouthwatering snacks that Disneyland is renowned for.It was a day filled with joy, laughter, and shared experiences, where these rising stars enjoyed the park’s magic as much as their adoring fans would have enjoyed spotting them! With their magnetic presence and camaraderie, this star-studded outing became an unforgettable memory for the celebrities and lucky park-goers who witnessed the fun-filled spectacle.Xochitl Gomez debuted as LGBTQ+ Latina superhero America Chavez in Doctor Strangein the Multiverse of Madness, and alongside Victoria Alonso she is bringing more LGBTQ+ visibility to Marvel.

Stranger Things have been given a “vintage” makeover through AI – check out the images below.While advancements in artificial intelligence have become a growing concern for many (as seen in the recent Hollywood strikes), the technology has also spawned more trivial obscurities – such as Homer Simpson singing Arctic Monkeys and Seinfeld being recreated on an endless loop on Twitch.The latest comes courtesy of Instagram user The_ai_dreams, who has reimagined the cast of Netflix’s Stranger Things through a vintage western lens using AI.As shown in the pictures below, the images replicate Steve Harrington (Joe Keery), Jim Hopper (David Harbour), Will Byers (Noah Schnapp), Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown), Mike Wheeler (Finn Wolfhard) and more.A post shared by AI Dreams (@the_ai_dreams)A post shared by AI Dreams (@the_ai_dreams)The strangest creation is the AI depiction of a Demogorgon, which has the creature’s alien head plastered on a man’s body.Production on the show’s final season has been paused due to the ongoing Hollywood writers and actors’ strike. You can check out other affected shows here.A stage play, titled Stranger Things: The First Shadow, is set to debut on London’s West End in November.

Big Willy!Prince William is going solo for his upcoming trip New York City to attend the Earthshot Prize Annual Innovation Summit.The Duke of Cambridge, 41, will jet set to Manhattan on Sept. 18 and 19, Kensington Palace revealed yesterday.William is set to make a long-delayed appearance at the event, which is co-hosted by the Earthshot Prize and Bloomberg Philanthropies.“The Summit, held during New York Climate Week and the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly, will convene previous Earthshot Prize Winners and Finalists with policymakers, global business leaders, philanthropists and climate activists to scale their innovative solutions,” Kensington Palace announced in a statement.The summit will unveil the 15 prize finalists for 2023, with the awards set to be presented in Singapore come November.

“lawyered up” White, 66, has reportedly negotiated her salary deal with “Wheel of Fortune” — but only for the celebrity competition, not the daily syndicated show.According to TMZ, Sony Pictures has made it clear that they’re not going to be flexible when it comes to her demands.White’s lawyer, Bryan Friedman, negotiated the deal for “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune,” sources told the outlet. The letter-turner’s gig on “Celebrity” was reportedly up, while she still has one more year in her contract for syndication, so Friedman addressed the more urgent matter to start.The negotiations for White’s salary for the syndicated show have been put on pause due to the writers’ strike.It’s previously been reported that White wanted to make at least half of what Pat Sajak has been making, which Friedman allegedly relayed to Sony, but they wouldn’t disclose how much Sajak makes for “Celebrity WoF.”TMZ claims that Sajak, 76, makes just upward of $400,000 per episode for the celebrity competition, while White settled for $100,000 per episode in her new deal — a “meaningful bump” from her previous contract.The outlet previously confirmed that White’s salary is $3 million a year — and that she hasn’t gotten a single pay increase for the last 18 years.

A traditional Blackpool B&B could be turned into 'serviced' accommodation if the plans are approved. An application to use the former Crompton Hotel on Woodfield Road in South Shore as three three-bedroom serviced accommodation apartments is being recommended for approval when it goes before the council’s planning committee on Tuesday, July 25.

Green Day have debuted a new song titled ‘1981’ during their set at the festival d’été de Québec in Canada.The new track comes after Green Day – comprised of frontman and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, bassist Mike Durnt and drummer Tré Cool – parted ways with their label, Reprise Records after their contract expired.Fans quickly realised that the song was featured in one of the 1972 teasers posted by Armstrong back in 2022. The band have been hinting at new music for the past three years.In December 2021, they shared a clip of themselves recording music at London’s RAK Studios, set to what could be a new song.

Fashion fans are praising a 'leak proof' £32 swimsuit that 'hides mum tums' and has been designed specifically to allow women to go swimming while on their period. The budget swimming costume has been hailed a 'game changer' by those who have tried it, with others blown away by its 'gorgeous' design.

Ofcom, the telecoms regulator, has put forward a series of new regulations that would require mobile phone companies to inform customers when they are using potentially costly texts, data, and calls while abroad. Although many mobile operators already do this, Ofcom plans to make it mandatory for them to send text messages to customers when they travel overseas.

The shocking moment a gang of kids punched and kicked a man as they taunted him on a bus was caught on camera. The incident, which is believed to have happened in Stockport, was filmed by a passenger on a Stagecoach bus on Monday (July 17).

A 24-hour drive-thru coffee shop is set to open at a former travel agent site in Bolton. Tim Hortons, which has around 65 other outlets in the UK, has been given permission to transform the former Thomas Cook and Hays Travel building at Burnden Park into its first outlet in Bolton.

Travis Barker has interesting baby name ideas.

Khloé Kardashian is looking back on her sense of self confidence.

How time flies! Prince George will soon be celebrating his 10th birthday.

Pink’s latest tribute has her floating on cloud nine.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly asked to fly back to the U.S. on Air Force One after Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in September, but their request was denied.

Khloé Kardashian opened up about the awful moment Tristan Thompson told her his mom Andrea had passed away on the latest episode of “The Kardashians”.

Another wrinkle to the latest drama between Meghan Markle and Prince Harry??

, she dressed up for dinner in a little white minidress. Her husband Justin, meanwhile, was almost painfully casual on both outings. Hailey's daytime 'fit included all her go-tos: baggy jorts, cropped white tee, and . She added a pair of skinny shades, a black slouchy leather shoulder bag, and a pair of gold hoops, thus completing her summer uniform.

Neil Blomkamp first made his big splash in Hollywood with 2009’s “District 9.” But his other sci-fi follows-ups, 2013’s “Elysium” and 2015’s “Chappie,” didn’t fare as well with either critics or audiences. Now, after a brief (and underwhelming) pitstop into horror with 2021’s “Demonic,” Blomkamp tries another genre on for size with the summer blockbuster in the coming-of-age racing movie “Gran Turismo.” READ MORE: Summer 2023 Movie Preview: 52 Must-See Films To Watch Based on the hit PlayStation videogame series, “Gran Turismo” takes on the story of Jann Mardenborough, a player so good at the racing simulation game he ended behind the wheel of a real race car — and did well there, too.

Disney CEO Bob Iger already made his perspective clear about the ongoing guild strikes last week before the SAG-AFTRA one commenced. Now it’s Netflix CEO’s Ted Sarandos‘ turn.

Boots fans are heaping praise on a £40 beauty box containing almost £92-worth of anti-ageing products. One 71-year-old shopper claims people think she's in her 50s since using the No7 anti-wrinkle regime - which is now on sale.

Nine men were arrested in police raids today as part of a crackdown into county line drug supply and gangs in Salford.

Train strikes are affecting rail networks across the country today (Thursday July 20), with more disruption expected this weekend.

A Salford taxi driver is fuming after it took months for his licence to be returned following a crash.

Throughout his reign as Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag has been keen to stress that he only wants players who have the right mentality.

Ruth Langford was among those applauding Coronation Street stars Peter Ash and Daniel Brocklebank as they showed just how seriously they are taking their latest storyline. The actors, who plays Paul Foreman and Billy Mayhew in the ITV soap, spent time away from the cobbles helping raise money for a very worth cause.

Brazil winger Neymar has confirmed that he is staying at Paris Saint-Germain this summer amid suggestions that Manchester United were interested in his signature.

Ronan Keating performed a moving musical tribute to his late brother as they laid him to rest less than a week after his tragic death. The Boyzone star acted as one of the pallbearers who carried the coffin of his older brother Ciaran to St Patrick’s Church in Louisburgh, Co Mayo for a funeral mass.

Beauty buffs have praised a “tried and true” £10 mascara from Boots that gives them “long velvety lashes”. The Too Faced Better Than Sex Doll-Size Mascara has been dubbed by fans as “the best mascara yet” and are “absolutely in love with the product.”

Cillian Murphy has given fans a glimpse into his off the grid private life. Despite being the lead for one of the summer's biggest blockbusters, Murphy has previously admitted that he 'hates' the notoriety that comes with being a celeb.