Loyalist group vow to protect Glasgow Cenotaph after statues defaced across UK

nominated by President Biden last July.Wong holds a master’s degree in public administration from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government and a master’s in environmental engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. She also helped establish the Conference on APA Leadership, which helps guide young Asian American and Pacific Islander Americans seeking careers in public service.LGBTQ advocacy groups praised Wong’s confirmation. “Ambassador Wong is now one of the highest-ranking leaders of U.S. economic and international policy in Asia and is well-positioned to leverage her exceptional qualifications and experience,” Annise Parker, the president and CEO of LGBTQ Victory Institute, an organization that advocates for greater LGBTQ representation in elected and appointed positions, said in a statement.“As the first out LGBTQ person of color confirmed to an ambassador-level position, Ambassador Wong is also a symbol of hope and strength for LGBTQ leaders and community members fighting for LGBTQ rights across the globe.

Kate Hudson's son and Judd Apatow's daughter — and it's mother approved!Hudson and Apatow's wife, actress Leslie Mann, are giddy after Hudson's son, Ryder, and Apatow and Mann's daughter, Iris, made their budding relationship Instagram official on Valentine's Day. Ryder, 18, took to the social media platform and shared a pic of him and Iris, 19. They appear to be hanging out at a restaurant, where Ryder's planting a kiss on Iris' cheek.

HBO and HBO Max are gearing up for a must-see spring TV schedule, with a number of new, star-studded series slated to premiere in the next few months. During the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour, the networks shared new images for the biographical series  , an adaptation of the popular true-crime docuseries; the series adaptation of David Simon's return to Baltimore with  and more.Get your first look at what's to come:Starring Colin Firth as Michael Peterson, is the anticipated limited series recounting the events surrounding the suspicious death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson (Toni Collette).

Naomi Campbell is sharing her emotional journey as a first time mom, introducing her baby daughter to the world and making their official debut as a mother-daughter duo on the cover of British Vogue.The 51-year-old supermodel looks beautiful holding her baby for the March cover of the magazine, and while Campbell prefers to keep some aspects of her life private, including the name of her daughter, she revealed how much her life has changed after welcoming her first child.“I always knew that one day I would be a mother, but it’s the biggest joy I could ever imagine. I’m lucky to have her and I know that,“ she shared, adding that her daughter “wasn’t adopted.

National Retail Federation forecasted that the estimated 53 percent of American adults who planned to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year would spend $23.9 billion. Yes, that’s a couple of bags!Some of our favorite celebs showed up and showed out for Valentine’s Day, spending big on roses, designer bags and fine dining to make it an unforgettable day for loved ones. Here’s a little bit of the romance that was on display to leave you feeling lovey-dovey.

Megan Thee Stallion turns 26 years old today! The multi-Grammy award winner and recent HBCU graduate’s unique brand of raunchy, braggadocious, girl-power hip-hop is a go-to favorite for turning up, working out, or simply a little easy listening on a commute or in the home for an instant injection of energy and self-affirmation.Megan’s innate sex appeal and southern-bred curves keep eyes ogling, her hard-hitting rhymes and rapid-fire delivery keep fans listening, and her unapologetic self-assuredness always inspires praise and revelry (and a dash of hate) in the comment section. The vibranium-kneed rap goddess has also graced our cover and pages exuding timeless Black beauty, style, and wisdom beyond her years. As she celebrates another year around the sun, take a look at some of the self-proclaimed Hot Girl Coach’s finest, flyest, most fun-filled moments over the last few years as our favorite Savage dominated the industry and won the hearts of millions by being effortlessly classy, bougie, and ratchet.TOPICS:  birthday Black Celebrity Megan Thee Stallion

Frances Bean Cobain is back off the market and back on the ‘Gram!

Sharon Stone has been a screen icon for decades and over that time has learned a lesson or two.

He's best known for playing heroin addict Sick Boy in the hit Brit flick Trainspotting.

The family of Halyna Hutchins, the cinematographer shot and killed on the set of "Rust" on Oct. 21, announced the filing of a wrongful death lawsuit at a press conference Tuesday. The lawsuit, which was filed on behalf of Halyna's husband, Matthew Hutchins, and their son, Andros, in New Mexico, names Alec Baldwin and others who "are responsible for the safety on the set" and "reckless behavior and cost-cutting" that led to the death of Hutchins, according to Hutchins' lawyer.

Alec Baldwin's lawyer released a statement regarding the wrongful death lawsuit filed against him by Halyna Hutchins' family Tuesday. "Everyone’s hearts and thoughts remain with Halyna’s family as they continue to process this unspeakable tragedy.

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Choosing what brings her joy. Garcelle Beauvais is breaking down why she chose to unfollow Erika Jayne after a post on social media from her Real Housewives of Beverly Hills costar rubbed her the wrong way.

Hailie Jade Mathers, 26, is in love! Eminem’s daughter posted a photo of herself sharing a sweet kiss with her longtime boyfriend Evan McClintock on Tuesday February 15. The pair looked like they’d just had a romantic Valentine’s Day celebration as they kissed with a gorgeous view of the sunset. Hailie showed her love to Evan with a cute caption, alluding to Monday’s holiday: “yesterday & everyday,” she wrote, along with a heart emoji.

Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich have ended their marriage on the best of terms, which could be clearly seen when the dancer took to Instagram to praise her estranged husband's new haircut.Brooks Laich took to Instagram stories on Thursday to flaunt his new edgy mohawk haircut, and followed them up with a post over the weekend giving details of his new look."Always a treat to sit in the chair and let my man @paul_the_barber504 work his magic. When people put their heart into their craft, it's not called work, it's called art.

Also Read: Black NASCAR Driver Bubba Wallace on Confederate Flag Ban: 'There's No Good That Comes With That Flag' (Video)In real life, GWAR began in Richmond as an idea by musician Dave Brockie, who would take to the stage as intergalactic slaughterer Oderus Urungus while wearing a giant codpiece he called the Cuttlefish of Cthulhu.

Glasgow - but a top police officer has said known football groups were on both sides. Missiles were thrown amid clashes between protesters who said they were there to 'guard' the city's statues in the city centre and counter-demonstrators.

Glasgow today. Hundreds descended on George Square to guard the statue of Metropolitan Police founder Robert Peel in an event organised by a group called the Loyalist Defence League, after a protest was organised to call for its removal.

protesters 'protecting statues' from other activists as the groups clashed in Glasgow.

Glasgow's George Square as Black Lives Matter activists demand the removal of a memorial to former PM Robert Peel.Huge crowds of protesters could be seen walking down North Hanover Street towards the square accompanied by a police escort.The Glasgow Youth Art Collective called on Black Lives Matter activists to descend on the same location to demand the removal of the Sir Robert Peel statue.The George Square memorial, dedicated to the former Prime Minister whose father had links to the slave trade, was spray painted with an anti-police message last Sunday.A statement on the 'Peel Must Fall' Facebook event says: "As statues continue to fall daily around the world and the UK...

Kirvan Fortuin, a well known and internationally recognised queer dancer, choreographer and ball culture groundbreaker, has been murdered in the Western Cape – allegedly by a 14-year-old.

Gwar have lent their support to a campaign wanting to replace a statue of Robert E. Lee, commander of the Confederate States of America’s forces during the American Civil War, with one of their late frontman Oderus Ungerus.A petition was launched yesterday (June 12) to change the statue in Richmond, Virginia, where the band were formed.

Glasgow’s main war memorial from vandalism attacks.The Loyalist Defence League had urged followers to converge in the city centre today for a 'protect the Cenotaph' event in response to statues being defaced across Scotland.Men, women and children can be seen gathering in the crowd during lockdown at Glasgow’s George Square.Police have formed a cordon around the square.Multiple memorials have been targeted with vandalism in response to the Black Lives Matter movement.The Cenotaph pays tribute to those from Glasgow who fought and died in World War I and World War II.The gathering takes place one day before another group - the Glasgow Youth Art Collective - plan to descend on the same location to agitate for the Sir Robert Peel statue to be

It started with a few tugs at some rope and ended with a splash.For many, the toppling of the Edward Colston statue in Bristol last weekend marked a watershed moment.There’s no doubt that, by his involvement in the transportation of 84,000 men, women and children from Africa to the Americas as slaves, 19,000 of whom died on the journey, the 17th-century merchant caused untold misery.It’s a pain that is acutely felt to this day and led to Colston’s bronze memorial being torn from its plinth at the Black Lives Matter demonstration on Sunday.Residents have been campaigning for years to have the figure removed by the council due to Colston's significant involvement in the slave trade.In the wake of the incident, a website called Topple the

Manchester City are on the hunt for 'houseparents' to help look after their stars of the future. The Blues are advertising four roles involving the care and mentioning of some of the club's dozens of young academy hopefuls.

Amanda Knox while she was in an Italian prison for the murder of British student Meridith Kercher has come forward after she mentioned him in a recent podcast.Last week we told how American Amanda revealed she had received a letter from a Scottish man while she was serving time in Perugia Prison and had been 'touched' by what he wrote.Chatting to Motherwell-based podcaster Derek Watson, the 33-year-old said: "I received a letter from someone in Scotland and if that person is listening right now, I love you."Letters of support to say you're not forgotten are one of the biggest things when you're in prison."You feel forgotten, you've literally been taken from the world and that was very, very encouraging."But Amanda, who was sentenced to 26

Banksy has suggested that Bristol’s toppled statue of Edward Colston should be replaced with a new monument to commemorate the moment it was pulled down.Last weekend, protesters in Bristol used ropes to pull down the bronze statue of Colston, a prominent 17th Century slave trader who has been a controversial figure in the city for many years.The statue was later dragged through the streets of Bristol and thrown into the harbour.Suggestions on what should occupy the now-empty plinth have since begun to emerge, and Banksy says his idea “caters for both those who miss the Colston statue and those who don’t.” . .