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Robert De Niro has said he’s “deeply distressed” by the death of his 19-year-old grandson Leandro De Niro Rodriguez.The actor’s eldest daughter, Drena De Niro, announced Leandro’s death on Instagram earlier this week (July 3). A cause of death has not been released.In a statement (via Fox News), Robert De Niro said: “I’m deeply distressed by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo. We’re greatly appreciative of the condolences from everyone.

Glastonbury have been named after members of Guns N’ Roses.The first of the two owl chicks was found by a festival-goer under the left steps of the Pyramid Stage, during the rock group’s two-and-a-half hour headline set on Saturday (June 24).The punter gave the rescued owl the name Axl — after the band’s frontman Axl Rose — and it was taken to the RSPCA West Hatch Wildlife near Taunton, before being transferred to a Somerset-based wildlife charity, Secret World Wildlife Rescue.Within just one day of Axl being located beneath the main stage, a second chick was found in the same space and also taken to the rescue centre.Thought to be the sibling of Axl, the chick was given the name Slash — in homage to the moniker of the Guns N’ Roses guitarist Saul Hudson. The team at Secret World Wildlife Rescue (SWWR) in Somerset said the recovery was “the most unusual disturbance case” this year.A post shared by Slash (@slash)Fundraising Manager at Secret World Wildlife Rescue, David Plant, also issued a statement about the discovery of the two owls, and said that they “must have been terrified” after nearly two full days of loud music (via The Independent).“When Guns N’ Roses were playing ‘Welcome to the Jungle’, I’m sure they didn’t realise how close they actually were to wildlife,” he began.

Lorraine Kelly is amongst the many TV stars who are sending their love and support to Fiona Phillips after her devastating diagnosis. Yesterday (July 4), the journalist and presenter announced she has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease at the young age of 62.

This year will the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) hand out five cost of living payments to support low-income and vulnerable households with a boost of up to £1,350.

A 15-year-old schoolgirl who tragically died after spending time with friends at a river drowned, an inquest has heard. Abbie Walton, also known as Habiba Sharafeldin, died on June 14 after being pulled from a river in Tameside.

Madonna's close friend Rosie O'Donnell has given an update on the Vogue hitmaker's health after she was rushed to hospital with a bacterial infection last week which saw her admitted to ICU.

Celtic have reportedly made a major ‘breakthrough’ in their bid to sign Yang Hyun-jun with Gangwon FC now willing to give in and sell the midfielder now to achieve his dream of moving to Europe.

Italy-based sales agent Lights On has acquired world rights for Dreaming & Dying, directed by Singaporean filmmaker Nelson Yeo, ahead of its world premiere in Locarno Film Festival’s Concorso Cineasti del presente.

This is the mugshot of the ‘selfish’ thug who caused the death of a beloved mum.

Martin Lewis has shared how to drastically cut down on bills as he bid people to act today to save thousands.

An 82-year-old gran who gave her home to her daughter to reportedly try and cut down an inheritance tax bill is now being evicted after a bitter court battle.

A lead actor in hit BBC show Call the Midwife has praised the achievements of the NHS, saying the insitution has transformed the lives of millions.

A mystery Scots woman who reunited a student with ID he lost in Magaluf has come forward as mum from Glasgow.

Kevin Spacey’s alleged victims has claimed the actor was “giggling” after he committed sexual assault.At Southwark Crown Court in London on Monday (July 3), a pre-recorded police interview of the unidentified man’s allegations was aired to the jury. During the interview (via Variety), the man claimed Spacey had groped him “a good dozen times” including touching his inner thighs and genitals over his clothes, and putting his hands on the actor’s genitals. It’s said the alleged incidents happened over the space of “a few years”.In the interview, Spacey was also compared to his serial killer character in the 1995 crime thriller film Seven.

A mum who thought she just had backache was told that she had just eight weeks to live after being diagnosed with cancer. Christine Emery had always suffered with backache but after the pain became worse she sought medical advice.

John Hopewell Chief International Correspondent Lights On, the Turin-based world sales company, has made a double swoop on Locarno titles, taking international sales rights to Lucy Kerr’s “Family Portrait” and “Dreaming & Dying” (“Hao Jiu Bu Jian”), written and directed by Singapore’s Nelson Yeo.  Both play in Locarno’s Cineasti del Presenti Sierra, focused on new talent. Locarno’s 2023 lineup was announced July 5. ‘Family Portrait’ The first feature from Kerr, a Texas-born filmmaker, video and installation artist and curator, “Family Portrait” turns on a sprawling Texas family that gets together on a morning to take a group picture. 

Fiona Phillips has pinpointed the very first symptom of Alzheimer's she spotted in herself before her heartbreaking diagnosis.

Former GMTV presener Fiona Phillips has been sent thousands of messages of support after she publicly revealed that she has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

A mum and gran was given the harrowing news she has just weeks to live after pain in her back was diagnosed as cancer.

A Lanarkshire bowling club is now able to welcome people with mobility issues to its grounds after it received a massive £10,000 grant from a nearby wind farm.

according to the Independent. “I have to decide how much of that high-tech stuff I want to be involved [with] because I don’t want to leave my soul here on this earth.“I think with some of this stuff I’ll be grounded here forever… I’ll be around, we’ll find ways to keep me here.”The singer-songwriter who was promoting her forthcoming album “Rockstar” also had some fun with the question of artificial intelligence.

Naman Ramachandran After a scandal that rocked Ireland in recent days over national broadcaster Raidió Teilifís Éireann (RTE) overpaying presenter Ryan Tubridy, the country’s government has ordered two separate reviews into the scandal. The matter led to the suspension and subsequent resignation of RTE director general Dee Forbes, a former high-level Discovery executive. On Tuesday, Ireland’s Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin T.D., announced that she will be commissioning an independent, root and branch examination of RTE composed of two separate and parallel reviews: a review of governance and culture; and a review of contractor fees, human resources and other matters.

A former nurse who was born on the same day as the health service has spoken of her love of the NHS after it saved her life.

A Team GB athlete who was due to compete in an Ironman triathlon in France was reunited with his £9000 bike after Ryanair lost it twice - in two different countries.

Emmerdale looks set for explosive scenes next week as Mary Goskirk is left rocked by a piece of news. Viewers will recall that Mary was left for dead earlier this year as her then partner Faye's true nature was revealed in a sinister twist where she took off with her money after scamming her. And next week, the police show up in the village to deliver an update to Mary.

Fiona Phillips lived in fear for years – scared that she would fall victim to the terrible Alzheimer's Disease that killed both her parents. In fact, the 62 year old former GMTV legend even made plans for her family, should the unthinkable happen. Now her horrors have come true, with the TV presenter revealing her own "heartbreaking" diagnosis to the Mirror.

Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky have broken their silence following a string of reports that they were secretly planning to divorce in the media today, Tuesday 4 July. Kyle, 54, and Mauricio, 53, who first met at a nightclub in 1994, tied the knot two years later in 1996. Having now been married for 27 years, reports emerged that the pair had decided to "separate", which they have now firmly debunked.The former couple shared a joint statement via the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star's Instagram page, as they wanted to address the media's claims head-on.

Taylor Swift after attending a recent ‘Eras’ concert in Cincinnati, Ohio.Collete – who has starred in hit films such as Hereditary and Knives Out – took to Instagram on July 3 to share a post dedicated to Swift following the concert on July 1. “Thank you [Taylor Swift] for the MOST INCREDIBLE night last night,” Collette wrote in her post.Check out Toni Collette’s full post below.A post shared by TONI COLLETTE (@toni_collette_official)Collette continued: “Your talent is immeasurable and your generosity boundless.

A popular choice for US soldiers during World War Two, SPAM is now a product that is sold in 48 countries worldwide.

Child actors sometimes continue on the Hollywood path, continuing to seek acting roles as they grow from cute kids to teens to adults.

Ten actors who had roles on NCIS have tragically passed away since filming their roles on the hit CBS series.

Rosie O'Donnell reminisced on better days filming "A League of Their Own" with her best buddy, Madonna. O'Donnell answered fan questions on an Instagram post featuring the pair from their Rockford Peaches days, and admitted Madonna was "recovering at home" after a hospital stint in the intensive care unit (ICU.) The 64-year-old "Like a Virgin" singer was rushed to the hospital last week, according to Madonna's longtime talent manager Guy Oseary.

Diddy is encouraging his daughter, Chance, to make her dreams a reality.

Livingston striker Bruce Anderson could be set for a move to the Georgian top flight.

Thousands of properties in Trafford are without internet this evening after three underground cables providing broadband were damaged.

Scarlett Moffatt has left her fans stunned as she looks "amazing" just a week after giving birth to her son.The former Gogglebox star, 32, has shared some sweet photos as she and her partner Scott Dobinson "celebrated the greatest week" of their lives.The pair welcomed their baby boy Jude Xavier Dobinson into the world last week. And it appears that the new family of three are getting on well as they headed out as a family to mark his first week. On Instagram, Scarlett shared a number of snaps from the special occasion including one of her holding her son.