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Justin Bieber turned down the offer to join Usher during his Super Bowl performance.The set took place over the weekend (February 11), when the R&B star became the latest artist to perform at the iconic Halftime show during the 58th instalment of the Super Bowl. Held at Allegiant Stadium, the event saw the San Francisco 49ers face off against defending champions the Kansas City Chiefs, with the latter ultimately taking the victory.On the night, Usher was joined by an array of surprise guests, including Alicia Keys, H.E.R and will.i.am, however, some fans were quick to notice that the musician’s longtime friend Justin Bieber did not take part.According to new reports, Bieber was offered the opportunity to join the singer on stage, but turned it down because he “wasn’t feeling it”.The explanations were shared to Page Six by anonymous sources in the music industry, and stated that the ‘Sorry’ singer preferred to watch the show with his wife, Hailey, from a $2.5million suite at the stadium.“There’s no bad blood between Usher and Justin.

AC/DC have announced that a new bassist and drummer will be joining them on their 2024 UK and European stadium tour.The Australian rock legends revealed yesterday (February 12) that they will perform 21 dates in 10 countries this summer, marking their first tour in Europe for eight years.They have now confirmed that former Jane’s Addiction bassist Chris Chaney will be performing with them on the tour. Alongside core members Angus Young, Brian Johnson, and Stevie Young, Matt Laug will also be on drums after performing with the band at Power Trip festival last year in place of Phil Rudd.“We are thrilled to finally announce the ‘POWER UP’ European Tour.

Madame Web has been branded an “embarrassing mess” in the first reactions to the fourth instalment in the Sony Spider-Man Universe.The premiere for the film, which stars Dakota Johnson in the lead role as a woman who develops psychic abilities, was held in Los Angeles last night (February 12).Based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, the movie also stars The White Lotus’ Sydney Sweeney, as well as Emma Roberts and Adam Scott. It is released in cinemas on February 14.Following the screening, the film was roundly panned with one critic describing it as an “embarrassing mess” and “probably the worst comic book movie I have ever seen”.#MadameWeb is an embarrassing mess. Talented stars wasted on probably the worst comic book movie I have ever seen.

Tool bassist Justin Chancellor has revealed that the band have “no thought” on taking another 13 years to release a new album.The comments come after the American rock band took 13 years to share the follow-up to the 2006 album ‘10,000 Days’ – dropping ‘Fear Inoculum’ in 2019. However, according to a new interview with Chancellor, fans can be rest assured that it won’t take nearly as long for new material to come out.Speaking with Metal Hammer, the bassist said that there is more of a push for the band to release a new album this time around, particularly due to the age of some of their members.

Gavin And Stacey is officially set to make a comeback after five years.The BBC sitcom – starring James Corden and Ruth Jones – is set to return for another Christmas special, which is expected to be filmed over the summer, according to Deadline.It is also believed that the majority of the main cast will likely return for the special.The last time they made an appearance was in the 2019 Christmas special which was left on a cliffhanger, with Nessa (Ruth) proposing to Corden’s character Smithy, and the episode ending before he could provide an answer.The news comes after stars of the BBC show have constantly said it was unlikely to make a return in recent years.Joanna Page, who played Stacey in the sitcom, was the latest to play down the chances of a Gavin And Stacey comeback back in November, despite fans hoping that Corden moving back to the UK following his eight-year stint hosting The Late Late Show in the US would increase the chances of a return.Speaking to MailOnline, Page said at the time: “I can see them never doing any more because it was nice to leave it on a cliffhanger because it’s up to the viewer to imagine what would have happened. So I can imagine them ending it like that.”“I wouldn’t be surprised if I didn’t get the call, and I wouldn’t be surprised if I did,” she continued.

Bruce Dickinson has admitted that he lost his temper” after calling a fan a “fucking cocksucker” for bringing a flare to an Iron Maiden gig in Greece two years ago.In July 2022, the frontman stopped a concert at the Olympic Stadium in Athens after a fan lit a flare during ‘The Number Of The Beast’.During the performance, Dickinson sang the lyric “What did I see?” before he shouted: “A c**t with a fucking flare!”The incident prompted him to launch into an angry rant. “The c**t with the fucking flare, I’ve gotta sing up here,” he shouted. “You fucking cocksucker.

Kanye West has responded to Ozzy Osbourne after the latter labelled him as an anti-Semite.The conflict between the two arose last week, when the Black Sabbath frontman took to social media to call out the rapper for sampling one of his songs without permission.On Friday (February 9), the metal icon was informed that West had looped a sample of the Black Sabbath song ‘Iron Man’ into his new album, ‘Vultures’. West reportedly played the clip during an event promoting his new album with Ty Dolla $ign on February 8 at the United Center in Chicago.Responding to the usage, Ozzy hit out at West, sharing a lengthy post on Instagram in which he called the rapper an “anti-Semite”.Ozzy wrote that West “asked permission to sample a section of a 1983 live performance of ‘War Pigs’ from the US festival without vocals” but was subsequently “refused permission because he is an antisemite and has caused untold heartache to many.” The post was later amended to the song ‘Iron Man’.A post shared by Ozzy Osbourne (@ozzyosbourne)Sharon Osbourne subsequently lashed out at West, saying he “fucked with the wrong Jew this time” during an interview with TMZ.

A man has been arrested after a 67-year-old woman was dragged to the floor in a terrifying mugging in Clayton.

An anti-ageing eye cream that's been hailed a 'Botox alternative' and is claimed to reduce the visibility of fines lines and wrinkles around the eyes, as well as lightening dark circles, has been reduced to £10 for one day at Boots. The anti-wrinkle cream, which typically retails for £27.99, is said to work so effectively one bottle sells every 30 seconds.

One of Manchester’s most iconic buildings is set to undergo a multi-million-pound ‘transformation’, University bosses have announced.

Strictly Come Dancing star Vito Coppola has declared his love for his 'baby' Ellie Leach as their dancing journey together came to an end. The pair were reunited last month for the first time since they won the BBC One dance contest back in December.

Emmerdale fans were left perplexed during a major kidnap plot involving Rhona Goskirk, played by Zoe Henry. The worried mum thought she needed to take baby Ivy and flee to Canada, as Ivy's dad Gus grew suspicious of Rhona's sudden disappearance in the episode aired on Monday (February 12).

Emmerdale fans made the same demand after Charity Dingle actress Emma Atkins stepped out for the TV Choice Awards on Monday night (February 12). The event, hosted by comedian Tom Allen at London's Hilton Hotel on Park Lane, saw some of the biggest names in showbiz in attendance.

Labour’s handling of the row over its Rochdale by-election candidate’s comments about Israel has been “shambolic”, the lawyer who led a review into the party’s culture has said.

Whether you’re an owner of an adorable dachshund or just a fan of sausage dogs, a pop-up party honouring the pups is returning to Greater Manchester. The one-day event will see up to 150 party-going-pups in attendance.

The Duchess of Sussex famously received her big break when she starred as Rachel Zane in the hit legal series Suits - something which she has now addressed on her and Prince's Harry's brand new website. Despite it being rumoured that Meghan is in "advanced talks" to make a return to the silver screen, her focus appears to be in another direction as the recent low-profile launch of Sussex.com suggests the Duchess has her sights set on new endeavours.

Ever since they stepped back as senior members of the Royal Family, the lives of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been heavily documented - from their latest projects to comments they've made in interviews, TV appearances and books. While key members of The Firm have approached the situation with nothing but dignified silence or made it clear that the door is still open to Harry and Meghan, others who have been cut out of the couple's lives have spoken out. Whether it is close family members, former childhood friends or ex co-stars, the public is frequently afforded an insider view into how or why those who have been left out in the cold no longer speak to the couple.

Celebrity Ex on the Beach is back! The hit MTV reality show will be making a return to screens in March, with many famous exes set to come face to face in dramatic scenes. The new series will see celebrities such as Chloe Veitch, Tamara Joy, Ashley Resch, Jarred Evans and James Pendergrass all reunite with old flames. Sparks will no doubt fly between TOWIE's Yazmin Oukhellou and James Lock, who will come face to face for the first time since ending their four-year relationship.

In case you didn’t know, each week Boots runs its major £10 Tuesday deal which sees the prices of some of its best-loved products slashed to – you guessed it – £10 for just 24 hours, and it’s the perfect opportunity to stock up on some skincare faves or try out a new product you’ve been waiting to snap up. This week the discounted products include the Olay Total Effects 7 in 1 Moisturiser And Serum Duo, £10 here, which has been slashed from its usual price of £16.50.

King Charles has arrived back at Buckingham Palace after travelling from Sandringham in Norfolk by helicopter to continue with his treatment for cancer. The monarch was pictured being driven with Queen Camilla in the capital to continue with his treatment.

Strictly Come Dancing's Vito Coppola and Ellie Leach have shared a cosy video of them declaring their love for one another, as they bid farewell to the Strictly live tour. Vito, 31, and Ellie, 22, won last year's Strictly and have been taking part in the show's live tour throughout January and February.The tour came to a close on Sunday, 11 February with a final show at the O2 Arena in London. As the pair got set to head on stage for their final show, Vito shared a clip of him and Ellie, who is rumoured to be dating fellow Strictly star Bobby Brazier, backstage as they spoke of their "experience" on Strictly and how "lucky" they both are.

James Sutton is a very familiar face to soap fans, from playing ladies’ man Ryan Lamb in Emmerdale to his current role as John Paul McQueen in Hollyoaks. James portrayal of John Paul, who came out as being gay and started having an affair with his best friend, Craig Dean, has seen him be nominated for and win a host of awards. If the actor looks a little more buff these days though, it’s because he has been hitting the gym – and transforming his lifestyle in the process.

“Pod Meets World” podcast Monday, the “10 Things I Hate About You” actor said he became “immersed in the culture and the community” of Venice Beach after moving to California in his 20s.“There was this interesting group of hippie types, if you will, in Venice,” Keegan, 45, told hosts Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong, and Will Friedle.“I’m sure if you went on the west side, there’s definitely a lot of spirituality. I was connected with some folks and we had this opportunity.

at age 62 after a battle with stomach cancer.In a post on social media Monday, the “Made In America” hitmaker’s loved ones revealed plans for two upcoming memorial services.“The Covel Family is hosting a private funeral service for family, band and crew only in mid-February. A memorial service to honor Toby will be announced only on Keith’s socials shortly,” the Instagram post read alongside a photo of the country artist.“In lieu of flowers, the family appreciates donations to @tkfoundation1 to support the OK Kids Korral,” the post continued, sharing a link to the Toby Keith Foundation’s website.The “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” singer’s death was announced last week in a post shared on his official social media account.“Toby Keith passed peacefully last night on February 5th, surrounded by his family,” the post read.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is encouraging low-income pensioner households to check their eligibility for Pension Credit as successful claims made before March 5, 2024 will receive a backdated £299 cost of living payment. Pension Credit is a retrospective benefit that can be backdated by up to three months, which would take any new claims made between now and March 5 to within the qualifying period of November 13 - December 12, 2023.

Hundreds of onlookers were treated to a dazzling spectacle in Perth city centre on Sunday as the region celebrated Chinese New Year.

Sheriff officers took possession of the North Lanarkshire Council home of a blind and dying man - just a day after he was rushed into hospital for a blood transfusion.

Love Island All Star Anton Danyluk's mum has issued her son with a warning over his relationship with Georgia Harrison as the pair continue their romance in the villa.

As the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour comes to an end, the cast have reflected on their time on the road, with 2023 winner Vito Coppola telling his dance partner Ellie Leach that he loves her.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry may be forced to shut down their new Sussex website just hours after launching it.

While it's good to get out and about for exercise - even if it is a five minute walk - it's also important to stimulate the brain.

Marta Balaga Beta Film has sold Starlight Media and Gaumont Ukrainian war drama “In Her Car” to NHK Japan, Czech Republic, Latvia and Slovakia. Further negotiations are underway. Created by Eugen Tunick – who directs alongside Arkadii Nepytaliuk – and backed by ZDF, France Télévisions and all Nordic public broadcasters, and “In Her Car” sees therapist Lydia (Anastasia Karpenko) trying to divorce her husband.

Rafa Sales Ross Guest Contributor Three women live a quiet life amongst the luscious trees of the Canary Islands in the first trailer for Macu Machín’s Berlinale Forum entry “The Undergrowth.” Croatia’s Splitscreen is handling sales on the title. The title also represents the latest from Tenerife-based El Viaje Films, quickly building as one of the Canary Islands top fiction producers, having co-produced Theo Court’s Chilean Oscar entry “White on White.” It was also recently behind titles such as Venice-selected “They Carry Death” and Locarno prize-winning “Dead Slow Ahead.” Machín’s feature debut is a personal affair, with the filmmaker chronicling the routine of her mother and two aunts as they finally try to settle the distribution of their family inheritance after years of debate.

Taylor Swift‘s attendance at the 2024 Super Bowl helped it become the most-watched broadcast in US TV history since the 1969 moon landing.Approximately 123.4million people watched the Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday (February 11) across streaming and TV, according to Nielsen ratings released by CBS (per Sky News) – making it the most-watched Super Bowl ever.The Apollo 11 moon landing is still the most-watched broadcast in history, estimated to have drawn 150million viewers across the US.Nielsen added that a record 202.4million people watched at least part of the game across all networks, though the data does not include people who watched in public places like bars.

Doctor Who, has said that the rumour that the sci-fi show is crossing over with Fortnite is a “myth”.Sharing a photo on Instagram of his appearance on BBC Radio 4, a commenter asked if there was anything he could share about the potential crossover.A post shared by Russell T Davies (@russelltdavies63)“There isn’t one!” replied Davies of the hypothetical Doctor Who and Fortnite collaboration. “It’s a complete myth, I’m afraid x”.Eurogamer noted that the denial of the crossover was a surprise because a slew of reliable Fortnite and Doctor Who leakers revealed very convincing specifics on it.

Declan McKenna has opened up about the inspiration behind his new album, and likened it to Paul McCartney’s LP ‘Ram’.The moment took place during a new interview with NME, which saw the London-born singer-songwriter open up about his latest LP ‘What Happened To The Beach?’.In the interview, McKenna told NME’s Sophie Williams about how he approached the songwriting on the album in a different way to that of its predecessor, 2020’s ‘Zeros’ – no longer feeling the need to compete with his previous releases.He also explained how he drew inspiration from one of Paul McCartney’s lesser known albums – 1971’s ‘Ram’, which he released with his wife Linda.“Absolutely. They share a similar intimacy,” he responded when asked if the LP had an impact on ‘What Happened To The Beach?’.