"If there’s a lot of rubbish there, people will come and add to it"

Tom Hardy is enjoying a rare day out.

Netflix will debut a new Korean unscripted series every month until the first quarter of 2025, including The Devil’s Plan 2 and the fourth season of dating reality show Single’s Inferno.

As we near the official opening of the Paris 2024 Olympics, the rooftop of the swanky Hotel Raphael, a stone’s throw from the Arc de Triomphe and the Avenue Champs-Elysée, is a hive of activity.

CMAT has spoken to NME about being nominated for the Mercury Prize 2024, as well as more music industry action being required over the situation in Palestine.The Irish singer-songwriter (real name Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson) was speaking to us on the red carpet at the launch of the Mercury Prize yesterday (Thursday July 25), where she was shortlisted for album of the year for the acclaimed ‘Crazymad, For Me’ – alongside Charli XCX, English Teacher, Ghetts, Beth Gibbons, BERWYN, Corinne Bailey Rae and more.“Of all the things that have happened this year, this feels the most important, special and surreal,” Thompson told NME. “I’ve watched the Mercury Prize, listened to all the albums that get nominated and have followed it for years. I used to watch the stream as a teenager.

Dave Matthews was part of a sizeable organised protest against the appearance by Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the United States Congress this week.Crowds gathered on Capitol Hill outside the government building on Wednesday (July 24), holding banners including slogans such as “Wanted War Criminal”, as the Israeli leader addressed members of the Senate and the House Of Representatives.While Netanyahu implored US leaders to support the war against Hamas in Gaza, the protesters outside argued that Netanyahu himself is a war criminal, citing the arrest warrant that has been sought by the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court.Among those picketing was Matthews, who told Al Jazeera: “I just think it’s terrible when the majority of the world is looking at this man and what he’s doing in Gaza and then also what he’s overseeing in the West Bank and East Jerusalem [and] we’re welcoming [him] into the so-called sacred halls of our government.”He added: “This man is the pinnacle of the obstacle toward that freedom and that we have [him] visiting the country is obscene. It’s a disgusting show of support for someone that doesn’t deserve our support.”The current war escalated on October 7 last year when Hamas launched a terrorist attack on a music festival in Israel, killing over 1,200 and taking 250 others as hostages.

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A trailer for Zero Day, a Taiwanese TV series portraying a Chinese attack on the island has stirred a tide of emotional response.

Editor’s note: This article is the latest in a series of Deadline reports looking at how the current upheaval in the media & entertainment industry is impacting mental health. Today: how wellbeing conversations are shaping up in Britain, Hollywood’s home away from home. 

EXCLUSIVE: Elizabeth George’s Inspector Lynley mysteries are being given a new lease of life.

The year 2024 has been a rollercoaster of emotions for the Royal Family, with both King Charles and Kate Middleton facing cancer diagnoses that would have deeply impacted the late Queen, had she still been alive.

A dog owner who left his terrier suffering with “horrendous” facial injuries that smelt of "decaying flesh" has been slapped with a 10-year animal ban.

British Airways has launched a scheme to recruit 200 pilots, training them from scratch with no previous experience necessary. The Speedbird Pilot Academy will be accepting applications for 2025 later this year - but people who are interested can read up on the requirements first - and see if they are eligible.

Slayer and Exodus guitarist Gary Holt has called Beyoncé “the most overrated talent on earth”, but has singled out Taylor Swift and Adele for high praise.The metal musician was speaking on a recent episode of the Scandalous podcast, where he was talking up the talents of the ‘Cruel Summer’ singer in particular, and asked why artists like Beyoncé get so much praise when the likes of Swift gets “hated” on.“Beyoncé will put out a song and there’s 30 fuckin’ people on [the credits],” Holt said. “How can 30 people write a song all gathered together? It’s like you’re not a songwriter, Beyoncé.”“I mean, her daughter got a songwriting credit and a Grammy because she probably threw some kindergarten rhyme on one line and like, ‘Yep! Give her a Grammy.’ She now has one seventh of the Grammys Prince — the greatest artist that ever was or ever will be — ever got.”“But Taylor writes everything. So I give her credit.

Nicki Chapman brought the waterworks on Escape to the Country as she found the perfect new home in Scotland in record time on Thursday's episode.

Extremists 'of all kinds' could 'exploit' the ongoing storm surrounding Greater Manchester Police and 'hijack' it for their own ends, Rochdale's MP has warned.

If you're looking to revamp your skincare routine without breaking the bank, this Liz Earle Skincare Discovery Collection is a must-have for anyone suffering with dry, dull-looking skin. Containing three revitalising Liz Earle products including the celebrity-loved Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser, Eyebright Soothing Eye Lotion, and Gentle Face Exfoliator Pump the bundle aims to leave your complexion brimming with radiance and luminosity.The trio is currently on sale at LookFantastic for £26 down from £52, and each product is a great size, meaning you’re getting a lot for your money whilst saving £26 - so it’s a deal you don’t want to miss out on.

We've been flying to holiday destinations for over 100 years, but the art of aviation is still shrouded in a considerable amount of myth and mystery. Generated by fear, gossip and lively imaginations, the internet is rife with tall tales and alarming assertions.

Roger and Janey became an instant hit with ITV viewers when they embarked on a romance on My Mum, Your Dad back in 2023. Now, one year after they first met, the couple joined the Loose Women panel to discuss life after the show and reveal they were pretty much living together. However, Roger became emotional and welled up as Janey revealed what her father told her after seeing her with her new partner.

A vicious thug who repeatedly stabbed an XL Bully dog after he argued with his girlfriend has been jailed for 15 months.

Bette Midler’s secret to her 40-year marriage to husband Martin von Haselberg is simple — they just go to bed alone. The actress revealed that the couple have slept in “separate bedrooms” since tying the knot in Las Vegas on Dec. 16, 1984.The reason? “My husband snores,” she told Entertainment Tonight while promoting “The Fabulous Four” on Thursday.The pair exchanged vows after only dating for six weeks.“I am very impulsive,” she told Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager earlier this month on how quickly their relationship moved.

EXCLUSIVE: Oscar winner Vanessa Redgrave and husband Franco Nero are leading cast in under-the-radar social thriller, The Estate, which has wrapped filming in the UK.

Brits jetting off on holiday have been warned to be careful when using social media abroad as it can pose a security risk - and even invalidate your home insurance. Posting holiday snaps and keeping your followers updated on your travels may seem fun and lighthearted, but there are several ‘red flags’ you need to be aware of, a social media expert has warned.

Nick Knowles' girlfriend, Katie Dadzie, isn't said to be worried about the infamous 'Strictly curse', despite her TV star boyfriend being linked to the popular dance show. It comes after it was reported that the DIY SOS star, 61, has allegedly signed up for this year's Strictly Come Dancing. The 'Strictly curse' has been responsible for several high-profile breakups over the years, with celebs sometimes falling for their professional dance partners.

Grand Theft Auto publisher Take-Two, Activision, Insomniac and EA will all be impacted by the walk-outs, which started at midnight last night (July 25). Voice acting studio Formosa Interactive, which has provided talent for The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild and Death Stranding, will also be hit by the strikes.“We’re not going to consent to a contract that allows companies to abuse AI to the detriment of our members,” SAG-AFTRA president Fran Drescher said in a statement (via Game File).

It Ends With Us fans have spotted the same issue with the film's latest minute-long trailer.

Eating ultra-processed foods (UPFs) like sugary cereals, microwave meals and fizzy drinks could be hammering your mental health and boosting the odds of heart-related death, a study warns. Researchers are calling for action to reduce exposure to UPFs in a bid to safeguard our wellbeing.

The friend of Jay Slater, who was the last to see him at a secluded Airbnb before his mystifying disappearance, has spoken out over swirling rumours via a live streaming on YouTube.

Officers are tracking down a wanted man in Greater Manchester. Brandon Darbo is wanted for failing to appear at court, Greater Manchester Police says.

Countryfile and the Antiques Roadshow will be dropped from BBC One thanks to the channel covering the Paris Olympic Games that kick off today (26 July). Both Countryfile and Antiques Roadshow will fail to be broadcast on their usual BBC One.The shows are Sunday night staple's on the BBC’s main channel but will find themselves in a brand new home this weekend and both programmes will instead be on BBC Two.

Summer is finally back with a bang and temperatures are set to rise again over the next few weeks. Although we're all celebrating the return of the sunshine, one thing we're less enthusiastic about is trying to sleep through the heat again.

Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward has had his say on the speculation of the metal legends playing one final show together.Rumours about the possibility of a one-off reunion show from the band, with Ward back on board for the first time in nearly two decades, have been swirling in recent months.Ward parted ways with the metal legends in 2012, citing an “unreasonable contract”. He would go on to miss the band’s Reunion Tour and the swansong The End Tour, which culminated in 2017.With Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler all having expressed interest in the idea, Ward has now added his position with a post on X.“Bill Ward checking in regarding all the updates on a possible Sabbath show in England,” he posted.

Emmerdale's James Chase is reportedly leaving after less than two years playing evil Tom King.The soap star joined the cast of the ITV soap back in 2023 as the returning character and was tipped to be Belle Dingle’s (Eden Taylor-Draper) happy ever after. However, that was short lived as Tom’s abusive nature came to light after he convinced Belle to marry him. His sickening abuse has seen his emotionally and physically control and beat his wife leaving her traumatised.

Netflix has announced that Rebecca Ferguson has joined the cast of the upcoming Peaky Blinders movie.The streaming platform shared the news on its official social media channels on Thursday (July 25). It’s not yet known which role the Dune actress will be playing.The hit BBC period crime drama, which starred Oscar winner Cillian Murphy as gangster and businessman Tommy Shelby, concluded in 2022 after six seasons.

Overwatch 2 is looking to fix one of the sequel’s most controversial changes following backlash from fans.One of the biggest changes between Overwatch 2 and the original was the decision to replace 6v6 battles with 5v5 encounters.Over Overwatch’s lifetime, developers implemented a number of changes to make the team-based online shooter more balanced, settling on teams needing to be made up equally of the three different hero types. However due to Tank being the least popular role, players’ would often be held in long queues while the matchmaking system tried to find enough players to fill a team.This was changed for Overwatch 2, which switched from 6v6 to 5v5 battles.

A man arrested over the crossbow killings of three women in England has reportedly been left paralysed.

Chris Hemsworth has addressed whether he’ll be involved in the upcoming Transformers and G.I. Joe crossover movie.A crossover between Hasbro’s two major toy lines was teased in the final scene of Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts, where the Autobots were introduced to the special-forces organisation.In May, it was announced that the Thor actor was in talks to star in the crossover movie, although his casting was not officially confirmed.Appearing at San Diego Comic-Con 2024 on Thursday (July 25) – while promoting the new animation Transformers One, in which he voices a young Optimus Prime – Hemsworth addressed the speculation about his possible involvement in the crossover film.“Look, I love the entire world and what that universe has to offer and the sort of potential to where you can take it creatively and the different characters you can explore,” Hemsworth told ET, before adding that “nothing official” has been decided.“There were sort of conversations and there were a few ideas presented and we’re, you know, in discussions about it,” he continued.