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We’re happy to report that it appears as if the Queen has recovered from COVID-19!

Boyzone star Mikey Graham and his family who are celebrating the arrival of a new baby!MORE: Boyzone's Keith Duffy talks about daughter Mia’s autism in moving interviewTaking to Twitter at the weekend, 49-year-old Mikey revealed he had become a first-time grandfather following the birth of his daughter's first child.WATCH: Ronan Keating's wife celebrates daughter Coco's first birthdayHe wrote: "Well guys hope your all doing well. Thankfully life has been nothing but wonderful to me the last three weeks since the birth of my absolutely stunningly beautiful granddaughter BONNIE.

Nicole Kidman has spoken candidly about motherhood and revealed the reassuring message she gives her daughters, Sunday, 13, and Faith, 11, when she has to jet off to start another incredible project.MORE: Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban twin in striking velvet outfits for SAG Awards – fans reactThe Oscar-nominee chatted to Jack Smart, awards editor of the Backstage podcast last month, and Nicole opened up about the sense of privilege she feels for her illustrious career, as well as the sacrifices she and her family must make for her success.WATCH: The Big Little Lies star looks unrecognisable in her new role playing Lucille Ball in the upcoming feature film Being the RicardosThe Hollywood actress lives with her youngest children, whom she shares with her husband Keith Urban, in Australia.RELATED: Nicole Kidman and daughter Bella celebrate incredible personal newsREAD: Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban bring the heat for romantic beachside snapshot"[You have to] understand the sacrifice in regard to the people you love, and what you're asking them to go through," she told Jack, before adding: "There's big questions, decisions, commitments, and understanding required for everyone on that part." Nicole Kidman with husband Keith Urban and daughters, Sunday and FaithNicole then went on to reveal what she tells her daughters ahead of her travelling for filming. "Mum is gonna go now, and mum is going to go through this, and I need to you know it doesn't diminish any of my love for you.

This Morning's Phillip Schofield has taken to Instagram to share an update on his fitness journey, revealing his very impressive bicep.MORE: This Morning's Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby spark reaction as they get cosy on airSharing the picture onto his Stories, the TV presenter could be seen flexing his arm for the camera, revealing he had been working out on "arms day".WATCH: Phillip Schofield left horrified after James Martin butters a scone on This Morning"Aww the hazelnut is trying to become a Brazil nut... one day a pecan," he joked alongside the snap.READ: Fern Britton puts 13-year feud with Phillip Schofield aside with heartwarming messageRELATED: Holly Willoughby breaks silence following Eamonn Holmes' comments about Phillip SchofieldIt's not the first time the father-of-two has proudly shown off his muscles.

Hoda Kotb was up bright and early to share some love with fans on Instagram and her post sparked quite the emotional reaction.The Today show host's intention was to make her social media followers feel good and she managed to evoke plenty of tears of joy.MORE: Hoda Kotb teased 'big week ahead' as she makes exciting announcement with co-starHoda posted a sweet clip of an elderly woman surprising her friend on her 90th birthday and captioned the post: "Just because we need it. Xo thx @goodnews_movement."WATCH: Hoda Kotb announces shock split from Joel Schiffman Everyone in the video became emotional as the birthday girl sat at a restaurant and her friend appeared behind her to ask, "is this seat taken?".When she realizes who is asking, the lady breaks down into tears and her friend follows suit as they embrace and continue to sob. MORE: Hoda Kotb opens up about going out alone in new revelation following splitREAD: Hoda Kotb reveals 'recurring nightmare' to co-host Jenna Bush Hager Guests adored the moment, as did Hoda's fans who immediately began commenting after she shared the post. A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Hoda reposted the emotional video which left many people in tears One asked: "Hoda….

Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation has announced it will be giving a grant to one of Meghan's longstanding patronages – Smart Works.The Duchess became patron of the UK charity in January 2019, which helps to give women the confidence they need to reach their full potential, secure employment and change the trajectory of their lives.Archewell Foundation's support will help enable the creation of a vital upcoming research project for Smart Works, focusing on the data around female unemployment in the UK and the challenges faced by the women the charity supports.READ: Meghan Markle releases passionate statement to mark Black History MonthWATCH: Duke and Duchess of Sussex accept prestigious NAACP awardThe Smart Works Female Unemployment Index will look at unemployment issues that affect women across the UK, with the aim of creating an annual benchmark against which progress and change can be tracked.

South Park has released a trailer for their new episode titled ‘Back to the Cold War’, seemingly preparing for nuclear war.While the clip does not explicitly mention the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the teaser seems to respond to current events as it sees Mr. Mackey arguing the case for a seventh nuclear emergency drill in two days, as he says: “We are going to be prepared.”The guidance counsellor is also questioned by PC Principal for requesting budget space for “a bomb shelter and 20 VHS copies of Red Dawn“.“VHS is still really the best format when you think about it,” Mackey responds.Watch the clip here:However, the logline for the episode reads: “A lot is riding on Butter’s ability to crush the competition in the all-important dressage championship.”‘Back to the Cold War’ will air on Comedy Central this Wednesday (March 2) at 8pm.Meanwhile, South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker are teaming up with Kendrick Lamar on a forthcoming live-action comedy.

New Order.In a new message to the writer, broadcaster and Haçienda DJ Dave Haslam, Erasmus explained that he is travelling to Ukraine’s capital Kyiv to help those affected by the country’s ongoing conflict with Russia.“I’ve fought bullies of one kind or another all my life, Putin is no different,” he wrote. “This is a very, very, very important moment in history Dave, it cannot be lost.”He continued: “Once there (with Durutti in mind) I will set about convening the Factory Nentsov Column made up of fellow helpers and volunteers.” The Durutti Column was an Anarchist column in the Spanish Civil War made up of volunteers who wanted to fight for an egalitarian society.Message received this morning from Alan Erasmus co-founder of Factory Records.

Lara Spencer was eager to move on and see the back of February as she looked forward to everything the new month of March had to offer. The GMA host made a bold statement in a pretty pink blazer in a snapshot she shared on Instagram from the set of her show. MORE: Lara Spencer's family photo leaves fans noticing the same thingHer heartfelt message made it clear that she was done with the colder season and was eager to welcome spring. WATCH: Lara Spencer makes upsetting discovery at her home "Who's ready for March?" she asked. "Breaking out the pink and sayin "oh hey Spring—I've missed you so.

cast is mourning the death of a memorable actor. Ralph Ahn — who played Nick Miller's silent pal, Tran, on the hit comedy — died last week.

Queen Elizabeth II is back to her virtual duties! The 95-year-old monarch was seen for the first time on Tuesday since testing positive for COVID last month. ET previously reported that the queen is double vaccinated and boosted. After postponing several virtual events due to her illness, the British monarch held two virtual audiences from Windsor Castle with the ambassadors of Andorra, Carles Jordan Madero, and Chad, Kedella Younous Hamidi, as well as Soraia Maria Valls Pinilla. For the occasion, Elizabeth was seen in green looking to be in good spirits. In addition to postponing several virtual events due to illness, the queen also postponed a diplomatic reception planned to take place at Windsor Castle on Wednesday due to the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Though Elizabeth has avoided public appearances, ET previously learned that she was carrying on with «light duties» amid her COVID battle, which included keeping up with her red boxes, which contain government advisories and parliamentary papers at her desk. Last week, a source confirmed to ET that the queen did have her weekly call with UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson.

Two people have been rushed to hospital following a four vehicle crash on a major Scots road.

A lorry driver will be reported to the procurator fiscal following a multi-vehicle crash in Dumbarton this morning.

West Lothian has been showing solidarity with the people of Ukraine as Russia continues its bombardment.

Ukraine has drawn swift and wide-ranging condemnation from the international community, which has imposed unprecedented sanctions against President Vladimir Putin and his inner circle and pushed the Russian economy to a breaking point, with the ruble plummeting to historic lows on Monday.Amid calls for a boycott of Russian films that have received government support and a strident response from European media groups, cultural institutions, film festivals and industry confabs, the backlash has rattled Russian filmmakers with long-standing personal and professional ties to the continent’s screen industry.“The need for Europe to make a clear anti-war statement is understandable and necessary. However, banning all Russians from the major cultural events is not only unhelpful — it’s harmful,” said one veteran producer.

A frustrated TV presenter reporting from Ukraine confronted the UK's Deputy Prime Minister over the government's inaction in helping war refugees as sirens sounded behind him.

More than 200 Lanarkshire jobs have been lost with immediate effect after Dawnfresh Seafoods entered administration.

Naman Ramachandran The European Film Academy (EFA) has issued an unequivocal condemnation of President Putin’s invasion of Ukraine after Ukrainian filmmaker Sergei Loznitsa expressed his dissatisfaction with their earlier statement and resigned his EFA membership.On Feb. 24, after Russia invaded Ukraine, the EFA had issued a statement pledging their support to the Ukrainian filmmaking community.

Lorraine Kelly called Matt Hancock a "pound shop Milk Tray Man" as she took a swipe at his latest podcast.

Courteney Cox told quite the ghost story on Monday’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”

The Queen has returned to her royal duties nine days after testing positive for Covid-19, Buckingham Palace have confirmed. Her Majesty, 95, felt well enough to speak to foreign diplomates after postponing a number of engagements last week. One Tuesday 1 March, the 95 year old received two audiences from His Excellency Mr Carles Jordana Madero and His Excellency Mr Kedella Younous Hamidi.

Emmerdale viewers have been waiting to see what the brand new Woolpack pub will look like now it’s under new owners Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) and Ryan Stocks (James Moore).The iconic boozer, which was destroyed in a dramatic explosion at the end of last year, was previously owned by Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) and Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock). However, the duo were forced to give it up when they got into money troubles and it went to auction.

Council Tax bills for 2022/23 are being issued this month and the amount of money you will be paying from April depends on the size and value of your property, plus the number of people who live there.

Today many Scots will be tucking into pancakes for this year’s Shrove Tuesday.

cast is mourning the death of a memorable guest star. Ralph Ahn, who played Nick Miller's silent pal Tran on the hit comedy, died at the age of 95 last week. Korean news outlet reported that Ahn died in Los Angeles after having recently been admitted to the hospital due to an illness.

More refugees from Ukraine are to be allowed to join their families in the UK in what is a major climbdown by Home Secretary Priti Patel.

More than 100 objections to a proposed major development on the outskirts of Blairgowrie have been submitted to Perth and Kinross Council.

A 'sweet and bubbly' girl has been dealt a tragic blow after being diagnosed with a rare terminal illness following a routine eye check-up.

Unlike executives atNBCUniversal,Fox Corp.and ABC parent companyDisney, top executives at ViacomCBS have not taken reduced salaries amid the financial challenges brought on by the coronavirus pandemic — though the company's management ranks have been thinned out in connection with its recent merger. During an all-staff Zoom call on Wednesday, however, CBS News president Susan Zirinsky was asked by an employee whether pay cuts were considered and said that cuts were discussed at the corporate level, though they have not been enacted.

By Ted Johnson