Brit Beat: Reading & Leeds Boss Melvin Benn on the Festival’s Winds of Change (Both Literal and Metaphorical)

Molly-Mae Hague has announced the launch of her new contemporary womenswear brand, Maebe.

Early on in her career, Jennifer Aniston’s physique made headlines when she was thrust into the spotlight as the beloved Rachel Green on "Friends," arguably one of the most popular American sitcoms of all time. Today, the ever-fit actress can be seen on her social media accounts now and again connecting with followers and showing off her dedication to health and wellness by posting both food and fitness, specifically the Pvolve workouts she incorporates into her flow.

vitriol directed against members of the LGBTQ community and other political enemies.Louis Money, an employee of several 24-hour adult video stores during the time period, including Gents and I-40 Video & News, told the North Carolina investigative outlet The Assembly that Robinson was a regular customer, sometimes coming in as often as five nights a week to watch pornographic videos in a private booth.According to Money, Robinson typically watched two or more “previews” in private booths for $8 a piece during each visit. While the stores catered to both straight and gay clientele, Money says Robinson’s tastes were fairly standard for a straight man.“I know he might have problems with gay people, but I don’t think he has problems with lesbians,” said Money.Money remembers Robinson as funny, cracking jokes during his visits to Gents and performing a standup-type routine for employees and a few customers, although many of those jokes would target the store’s gay clientele.

Molly-Mae Hague has revealed a huge life update teasing 'the secret's nearly out' as she launches her next big venture.The Love Island star-turned-entrepreneur has revealed she'll be opening her own fashion brand 'Maebe', announcing the news on her social media along with a short clip. In the short black and white video on her Instagram account, Molly-Mae is seen working with a team taking pictures of models and taking a look at the snaps on her laptop.Then Molly-Mae sits down on her own for a photoshoot. In the clip someone asks Molly-Mae off camera "have you ever thought about launching a fashion brand?" to which Molly-Mae looks to the camera and responds "maybe".

a 2020 Netflix film directed by Howard. But now that Vance is Donald Trump’s vice presidential nominee for the November election, Howard has new opinions about the Ohio senator.“Well, we didn’t talk a lot of politics when we were making the movie because I was interested in his upbringing and that survival tale. That’s what we mostly focused on,” Howard said in an interview with Deadline at the Toronto International Film Festival on Saturday.“However,” Howard continued, “based on the conversations that we had during that time, I just have to say I’m very surprised and disappointed by much of the rhetoric that I’m reading and hearing.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor The acrimony between DirecTV and Disney in their contract fight is getting more heated, as the blackout of Disney-owned networks on DirecTV is all but certain to extend into a second week. On Saturday, DirecTV filed a complaint with the Federal Communications Commission, alleging Disney has failed to negotiate in good faith. DirecTV asserted that Disney has violated the FCC’s good-faith mandates by predicating any licensing agreement on DirecTV’s waiving any legal claims on Disney’s “anticompetitive actions,” including its ongoing packaging and minimum penetration demands.

Daily Mail that Black & Decker’s “sole priority should be providing their customer base, professionals and DIYers alike, with the best tools and equipment possible.”“Companies need to focus on serving their customers, not woke politicians,” he said.Consumers’ Research claims Stanley Black & Decker has been prioritizing “race-based hiring, DEI goals, and ESG [environmental, social, and governance] policies” internally, accusing them of hiring and promoting — allegedly at the expense of white employees — people based on racial, religious, or other characteristics, as reported by the right-wing website BizPac Review.The boycott comes at a time when the company has seen its stock value plummet in recent months, and is currently in the process of shuttering plants and distribution hubs to help turn a profit.According to Consumers’ Research, Black & Decker aims to increase business with minority suppliers by at least 10 percent by 2025. The company also plans to donate at least $10.5 million to “racial equity-related organizations” by 2025, and to require compulsory “equity training” sessions for executives.Conservatives also object to the company’s participation in the Human Rights Campaign’s “Corporate Equality Index,” an annual survey that ranks companies based on their LGBTQ-inclusive nondiscrimination policies and employee benefit policies for same-sex couples, LGBTQ-headed families, and transgender individuals.Stanley Black & Decker earned a 100% rating on the CEI last year for policies like intersectionality training and “gender transition guidelines,” and LGBTQ-affirming employee benefit policies.

Oscar-winning lyricist for songs such as ‘My Heart Will Go On’, ‘Tears in Heaven’ and ‘Up Where We Belong’, has died at the age of 80.The news was confirmed by his caregiver Martha Sherrod, who told The Hollywood Reporter that he passed away on Friday (September 6) at him home in Tyler, Texas. He had been in declining health for five years.Jennings won three Grammys, two Golden Globes and two Oscars, the latter coming for Celine Dion’s signature song for Titanic in 1997, and ‘Up Where We Belong’, recorded by Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes for An Officer and a Gentleman in 1982.Wilbur Hershel Jennings was born on June 27, 1944 in Kilgore, Texas, and after a period teaching at Austin State University, he made his first inroads into the entertainment industry in the mid-1970s.Some of his earlier success came writing alongside composer Richard Kerr, including multiple hits for Barry Manilow, including ‘Looks Like We Made It’ and ‘Somewhere In The Night’.He found his niche writing lyrics for songs for films, earning his first Oscar nomination for ‘People Alone’, from the Richard Dreyfuss drama The Competition in 1980, which he wrote alongside Lalo Schifrin.‘Up Where We Belong’ earned him his first Academy Award, alongside Jack Nitzsche and Buffy Sainte-Marie, and from there Jennings became in high demand as a lyricist, writing for artists including Roy Orbison, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houstin, B.B.

John Hopewell Chief International Correspondent Chicago-based Watermelon Pictures has acquired North American distribution rights to Danish-Palestinian writer-director Mahdi Fleifel’s “To a Land Unknown,” which world premiered to extensive acclaim at Cannes Directors’ Fortnight. Sold by Salaud Morisset, “To a Land Unknown” saw a P&I screening on Friday at Toronto where it has its North American premiere in Toronto’s Centrepiece showcase, packing an impressive double-punch for Salaud Morisset with a second Centrepiece title, “Under the Volcano,” which it also represents.

Meghan Markle stepped out to give a talk at the grand opening of Godmothers bookstore in California on Saturday night as part of one of her close friend Oprah Winfrey's book club sessions.The Duchess of Sussex donned a black collared jumpsuit as she spoke to the crowd at the event, which fell on the eve before the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's death. While Meghan spoke, her children's book The Bench and Prince Harry's controversial memoir Spare were on display in the 'Hometown heroes' section of the store - an area which celebrates authors local to the area.Talking in a clip for the store's Instagram page, the owner says: "So this is our local authors section when you first walk in, and I want it to be when you first walk in so that authors who are local to the area know that this is heir hometown bookstore.

Carina Brackett If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. One of the most essential pieces of technology included in every traveler’s packing list is a pair of headphones or earbuds.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Angela Bassett is now an Emmy winner. Bassett won the award for outstanding narration on National Geographic’s nature documentary “Queens” on Saturday, the first night of the Creative Arts Emmys. Following her triumph, Bassett came backstage to the press room, where a reporter asked her what the win meant to her.

Nick Cannon is talking about his romance with Mariah Carey.

Nicole Scherzinger looked incredible as she flaunted her jaw-dropping figure in a range of tiny bikinis in sun-soaked Hawaii.The singing sensation, 46, set temperatures soaring in the collection of snaps which she shared with her 6.8 million Instagram followers, who gushed she looked "stunning as always". The Pussycat Dolls star and her beau Thom Evans go on some pretty dreamy trips.The loved-up pair are currently enjoying a romantic holiday in Hawaii and it looks like they’re having a lot of fun. Nicole and Thom have been enjoying a slice of island life and she has been documenting their trip with her followers.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Kendrick Lamar will perform at the 2025 Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime show, Roc Nation, Apple Music, and the NFL announced on Sunday. Super Bowl LIX is scheduled to be played on February 9, 2025, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans and will air on Fox. The performance will be Lamar’s second during the halftime show, following his featured spot during Dr.

Harriett Blackmore appeared to take a swipe at Ronnie Vint in a new Instagram post.The Love Island beauty shared two stunning new photos on Instagram, showing her modelling a black outfit from fast fashion brand Boohoo. Alongside the photos, Harriett, 24, posted: "Self love season," with a heart emoji.

In the two years since Queen Elizabeth II's death, the Royal Family has been rocked by a number of serious health scares and worrying incidents, with the cancer diagnoses of King Charles and The Princess of Wales topping the list. With so much to contend with behind the scenes, it’s no surprise that experts say King Charles and his clan are feeling the late Queen’s absence more strongly than ever. “I think they all miss her guiding hand,” Andrew Morton, author of The Queen: 1926-2022 exclusively tells OK!.

Aramide Tinubu Created by real-life siblings Adam and Craig Malamut, and set in the fictional town of Glantontown, N.J., the animated “Universal Basic Guys” revolves around Mark and Hank Hoagies, two brothers both voiced by Adam Malamut. After being laid off from the local hot dog factory and being inducted into a new basic income program, Mark and Hank have plenty of time on their hands to spend their $3,000 monthly checks on high jinks and foolishness. While the premise is interesting enough, the show is stuffed with tiresome jokes that fail to pack a punch.

Bruno Fernandes sent a message after Wayne Rooney's goalscoring return to Old Trafford for Manchester United.

Rebecca Rubin Senior Film and Media Reporter Did someone say Beetlejuice’s name three times? Either way, the mischievous demon triumphantly returned to unleash his mayhem at the box office. “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” the sequel to Tim Burton’s 1988 horror comedy about a pesky poltergeist, scored a huge $110 million from 4,575 theaters in its opening weekend. Those ticket sales rank as the second-biggest September debut of all time, ahead of 2019’s “It: Chapter 2” ($91 million debut) and behind only 2017’s “It” ($123 million debut).

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Nicole Scherzinger is bringing her acclaimed interpretation of legendary diva Norma Desmond to Broadway with a new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Sunset Boulevard.” The revival, which was first announced in January, begins previews on Sept. 28 and will officially open to the public on Oct.

Kendrick Lamar has announced that he will be headlining the prestigious Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2025.In a video posted to the rapper’s YouTube channel on Sunday (September 8), Lamar is seen standing on a football field in front of a giant American flag, firing off footballs into the distance.“What you doing everybody? My name’s Kendrick Lamar, and I’ll be performing at Super Bowl LIX,” he says to camera. “Will you be pulling up? I hope so! You know there’s only one opportunity to win the championship, no round twos.

Stephen Saito For as long as Danielle Deadwyler has had to wait to take the lead in an action film like “40 Acres,” it takes far less time for the “Till” star to demonstrate the full range of her strengths. Given the kind of introduction usually reserved for the likes of Clint Eastwood or Bruce Willis as a camera runs up her back, only to reveal her face after plunging a knife into an intruder on her property, it just hits differently when a Black woman is presented with such power, and though R.T.

Diego Ramos Bechara editor Elton John can feel the love tonight. The “Tiny Dancer” singer confirmed to Variety that he played an influential role in ensuring that his song “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” was not deleted from Disney’s “The Lion King.” John saved the song from the cutting room floor, and it went on to win the Oscar for best original song.

Eamonn Holmes and his new girlfriend Katie Alexander have been spotted at Barcelona Airport as they prepare for a luxury holiday in the sunshine together.The new couple were photographed at the Spanish airport on Sunday, September 8, after it was reported that they are heading on a Mediterranean cruise together. GB News presenter Eamonn, 64, could be seen dressed in dark blue jeans and a navy blue jacket, while relationship councillor Katie, 42, looked chic in beige tailored trousers and a striped cardigan, paired with high heels.The couple, who are thought to have grown close after Eamonn split from wife Ruth Langsford earlier this year, were all smiles as they got ready for their romantic getaway together.

Catherine Bray “I pursued the glitz for a while. And I don’t regret it. But I know it wasn’t the real thing.

Getting a caricature done as a couple can be a fun, light-hearted activity and a memory you'll treasure forever - but it can bring out some insecurities if you don't love the way you look.

Eamonn Holmes is reportedly taking his relationship with new girlfriend Katie Alexander to the next level - leaving his estranged wife Ruth Langsford 'gobsmacked'. Eamonn and Ruth announced they'd ended their marriage earlier this year.The TV presenters were together for over two decades and are parents to son Jack. GB News presenter Eamonn, 64, has allegedly moved on with relationship councillor Katie, 42, and it seems things are getting serious.

Zinedine Zidane has previously stated why he wouldn't want to take the Manchester United job as pressure continues to mount on Erik ten Hag.

Night one on the 2024 Creative Art Emmys has come to a close, and some very big stars came out with wins.

Blue Peter icon Katy Hill looked incredible as she posed alongside TV presenter Fearne Cotton - over two decades since leaving the legendary show. Katy, 53, shot to fame on hit CBBC kids TV show Blue Peter in 1995 to 2000, before going on to carve out a career in TV and radio.The presenter has since turned her back on fame, and is now in a very different career.

Venice Film Festival early on Saturday due to her mom’s passing. Janelle was 84. Halina Reijn, the director of Nicole’s new film “Babygirl,” accepted the festival’s Volpi Cup award for Best Actress on Nicole’s behalf.

Lana Del Rey is seemingly making things official with Jeremy Dufrene!

The Weeknd is putting on an incredible show!

Karen Elson and Lee Foster are married!

The US men’s gymnastic team for the Olympics is paying a visit to Dancing With the Stars!