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Metallica have released footage of ‘The Unforgiven’ from their first-ever concert in Saudi Arabia earlier this month.The metal icons performed at Soundstorm festival in Riyadh on December 14 as their final show of 2023, which also marked their first gig in the country.The show was originally billed as the first-ever from a major international heavy metal act in the country, but Canadian death metal band Cryptopsy performed in Riyadh on December 1.Metallica performed a 16-song setlist that included favourites like ‘For Whom The Bell Tolls’, ‘Master Of Puppets’ and ‘Enter Sandman’.Now the band have shared an eight-minute, professionally shot performance video of ‘The Unforgiven’ from the show. Check it out below.You can find fan-shot footage and the full setlist from Metallica’s first show in Saudi Arabia here.A spokesperson for Heavy Arab Entertainment (per Metal Injection) said of Cryptopsy’s historic performance: “We take immense pride in pioneering the organization of the first-ever international metal band in Saudi Arabia, and we are incredibly honored to have Cryptopsy, alongside [support bands] Creative Waste and Necrosin, marking a significant milestone in the history of the Saudi metal scene.”“Our commitment to promise and deliver, even in the face of imperfections, has truly been the driving force behind this milestone for the scene.

Cher has reportedly filed for a conservatorship of her youngest son, Elijah Blue Allman, over fears of alleged “severe” substance abuse issues.According to court documents filed in Los Angeles Superior Court obtained by People, the singer is requesting to be the sole conservator of her son’s estate, claiming he is “substantially unable to manage his financial resources”.The filing also states that a conservator is “urgently needed” to “protect Elijah’s property from loss or injury”, because he is “currently unable to manage his assets due to severe mental health and substance abuse issues”.The document adds that Allman’s estranged wife, Marie Angela King, is not fit to be conservator because of “their tumultuous relationship has been marked by a cycle of drug addiction and mental health crises”.It continues: “Elijah is entitled to regular distributions from the Trust, but given his ongoing mental health and substance abuse issues, [Cher] is concerned that any funds distributed to Elijah will be immediately spent on drugs, leaving Elijah with no assets to provide for himself and putting Elijah’s life at risk.”The filing concludes that Cher has reportedly “worked tirelessly to get Elijah into treatment and get him the help he needs”.“[Cher] loves Elijah immensely and has always acted with his best interests in mind,” the filing reads, adding that she’s been “unable to discuss his preferences concerning the appointment of a temporary conservator” because of his “current mental and physical health issues”.A hearing for a temporary order is currently set for January 5, 2024, while the hearing for a permanent order will follow on March 6, 2024.The filing comes after the pop icon was accused in September of hiring four men to

Louise Redknapp was all smiles as she celebrated Christmas with new boyfriend Drew Michael, and her two teenage sons Charley and Beau. Taking to her Instagram Story, the former Eternal singer, 49, shared a snap of herself, Drew, and Charley, to which she simply added the text: "A lovely Christmas day." She followed this with a selfie of herself with her two sons, whom she shares with ex-husband Jamie Redknapp, and wrote: "Not to self...

Frustrated Stirling Albion boss Darren Young acknowledged his side let an important three points slip away after being pegged back by Queen of the South on Saturday.

A man has been found dead and another is missing after a Christmas Eve 'fishing trip' in Alloa.

A woman has been charged with stabbing a man in the legs and back on Boxing Day.

Motherwell boss Stuart Kettlewell remained tight-lipped over a potential move for Fir Park hero Kevin van Veen.

There has been a fresh call for answers from the region’s bus operator after school pupils were evacuated from a local service for the second time in less than a month.

A yob battered on a Motherwell man's front door with a baseball bat during the early hours of the morning.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Mbongeni Ngema, a distinguished South African musician and creator of the musical “Sarafina!,” died on Wednesday in a car accident. He was 68. “Ngema was killed in a head-on car accident while returning from a funeral he was attending in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape this evening,” his family said in a statement to the Associated Press.

Rochelle Humes has became the latest victim on online mum-shamers after sharing a video clip of her family holiday.The Saturdays singer and This Morning presenter, 34, is currently on holiday in Abu Dhabi with her husband Marvin and their three children, Alaia-Mai, Valentina Raine, and Blake Hampton. Rochelle shared a black and white video on Instagram of their children racing at their luxury resort in Dubai. She captioned it: "Keep going baby boy...it won't be long until you're at the front," as their youngest struggled to keep up with his older sisters.

If you’re looking for some mood-boosting buys to beat the post-Christmas blues we all know so well, why not treat yourself to some retail therapy in M&S’ extended Boxing Day sale? Shoppers can score incredible savings of up to 50% off, and with so many products going on sale, it can be hard to choose what to buy. Luckily, several shopper-approved items have been discounted, meaning you can snatch up these New Year’s Eve-appropriate items without breaking the bank.

While many of us will be spending New Year's Day watching Michelle Keegan in Netflix's latest thriller Fool Me Once, the ex Coronation Street star has opened up about her own plans for the start of 2024. Michelle, 36, has revealed that she'll be welcoming her mum, Jacqueline, and her brother, Andrew, into her Essex home for a chilled evening in. "I'll probably be made to binge [Fool Me Once] as my mum is coming down to stay with me and my brother's going to be there," she said.

Strictly Come Dancing faves Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola shared a sweet moment taken before their big win, where they were cuddled up and chatting to the camera.The duo were filmed getting cosy behind-the-scenes, making fans wonder even more about their relationship status, with one commenting "just get married". In the sweet clip, a rather teary-eyed Ellie is seen hugging Vito as she said: "This is our last time in the training room on Strictly Come Dancing 2023.

Ant McPartlin's ex, Lisa Armstrong, has been sharing some cryptic posts on social media, hinting at karma 'coming for people'. The Strictly Come Dancing makeup artist, who split from her electrician boyfriend James Green earlier this year, is reportedly planning a move to Hollywood.

I'm A Celeb host Ant McPartlin and his wife Anne-Marie Corbett were all smiles as they prepared to jet off to Dubai for a luxurious New Year holiday.The couple looked relaxed and excited for their trip, swapping the UK's chilly wind and rain for Dubai's scorching sun.The duo are heading on holiday after spending weeks apart as, while Ant was busy filming I'm A Celeb in Australia, Anne-Marie was cheering him on from home. Now, the pair are ready for some quality time together. Ant and his wife were snapped happily lugging their suitcases into the airport terminal.

Many celebrities opted to swap the UK's cold temperatures from sunny beaches and jet off abroad for the festive period, including Alex Scott and Jess Glynne. Former professional footballer Alex, 39, and pop star Jess, 34, who have been romantically linked since October, spent Christmas abroad in an undisclosed location and seemingly confirmed their romance in a a string of fun Instagram posts.

Holly Willoughby will be making her return to TV in the new year, as she's set to co-host the upcoming series of Dancing On Ice with Stephen Mulhern. The TV presenter, 42, signed the deal over Christmas after months of deliberation following her decision to step down from This Morning, after an arrest was made following an alleged plot to 'kidnap and murder' her. Holly had previously hosted both shows with Phillip Schofield, who stepped down from This Morning following rumours of a feud with Holly.

Katie Price's nine year old daughter, Bunny, has been banned from TikTok after she broke the app's age restriction rules and posted some worrying videos. Bunny had three accounts on the social media platform, all of which have now been taken down, according to the Daily Star. Despite TikTok's strict rules that no one under 13 can have an account, Bunny managed to post a few videos and even host a live stream.

Antiques Roadshow regularly has viewers on the edge of their seats as they eagerly wait to find out what certain objects are worth, but the BBC show also occasionally reduces fans to tears. Over the years, hundreds of guests have appeared on the show, with some taking on very sentimental objects to have them valued by the team of experts, sometimes in the hope of cashing in and other times out of curiosity. There's been tears when the experts have told guests the story behind their item and also when they've revealed the valuations.

The eagerly-anticipated second series of The Traitors begins on BBC One on January 3, with 22 contestants battling it out at a Scottish castle in the psychological game show that gripped viewers last year.

Sir David Attenborough recently discovered that the fossilised skull of a giant pliosaur had been found on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset.

Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern will reunite to host Dancing On Ice 20 years after they presented Ministry Of Mayhem together.

Coronation Street fans have been left divided by the arrival of Bobby after he was revealed to Carla Barlow as her nephew. The character, who had just waved goodbye to her husband Peter Barlow on Boxing Day, was stunned to discover that her brother Rob Donovan has a son.

Molly-Mae Hague has told fans she is 'so proud' of herself and Tommy Fury as she offered a fresh update on their luxurious winter trip. After spending a relaxing first Christmas at home with their daughter, the couple have took the relaxation up to another level by ditching the UK.

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana will represent Cameroon at the Africa Cup of Nations next month. Onana returned to international duty earlier this year and there was uncertainty about whether he would play at AFCON, but a decision has been made and he'll play for his nation.

Ryanair and Jet2 have issued updates to passengers warning of “delays” and “disruption” due to high winds and stormy weather. It comes as Storm Gerrit swept the country, which saw 100 properties damaged in Tameside on Wednesday night due to a ‘localised’ tornado.

Holly Willougby's TV return has been confirmed - months after her shock exit from This Morning. The presenter is set to return to ITV to front Dancing on Ice when the reality show returns in January.

Police have extra equipment to target drink and drug drivers on the region's roads during the party season. Greater Manchester Police have purchased 785 new breathalyser kits.

Mbongeni Ngema, the South African creator of Whoopi Goldberg film Sarafina!, has died in a car accident. He was aged 68.

The BBC has criticized research accusing the UK broadcaster of peddling viewers a “steady diet of woke bias,” including news about slavery and gender diversity storylines in drama.

Another product has been added to a list of recalled cheeses over E.coli fears, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned.

Residents have spoken of the 'crazy' moment a 'localised tornado' hit Tameside overnight, wreaking havoc on local houses.

Improvements have been ordered in the organisation which provides education for children and young people with learning difficulties in Trafford. A report says youngsters are waiting too long for an assessment over autism or attention deficit hyperactive disorder, known as ADHD.

Coronation Street’s Chris Gascoyne has opened up about his character’s departure from the cobbles. The actor, who’s played Peter Barlow on and off since 2000, starred in his final scenes which aired on Boxing Day.

Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 247 Leaks are out! After a huge surprise drop, JJK is back after everyone thought the manga was on a one-week break! Picking up where Chapter 246 left off Hollywood News Daily is here to take a look at the latest chapter! Spoilers ahead for Jujutsu Kaisen! GEGE WHEN I CATCH YOU GEGE IVE HAD ENOUGH!! #jjk247 pic.twitter.com/4BVx0wwigX— kai ☆ (@kaisfall) December 27, 2023The chapter starts off with Ryomen Sukuna assessing Higuruma. More than the sword, what caught Sukuna’s eye was the effect of the sorcerer’s Cursed Technique. Sukuna then praises Higuruma for being able to use his CT so well.