Man City academy boosted by Champions League rule change

K.J. Yossman Streamer BritBox has extended its production partnership with the Agatha Christie estate.BritBox, which is jointly owned by BBC Studios and ITV, has signed on for three more productions with Agatha Christie Limited and Mamoth Screen.The trio have already collaborated on an adaptation of Christie’s novel “Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?” (pictured above) starring Emma Thompson and Will Poulter, which will premiere on the platform in April.BritBox have not yet confirmed which of the author’s prolific output they will be working on next but they have said each of the three adaptations will be “steered by a distinctive voice – a director, a writer or auteur – bringing an entirely new perspective and style to Agatha Christie’s novels.” BritBox was set to make the announcement Wednesday during its portion of the Television Critics Association winter virtual press tour.

Jordan Moreau Dotdash Meredith is ending the monthly print publications for Entertainment Weekly, InStyle, EatingWell, Health, Parents and People en Español, Dotdash Meredith CEO Neil Vogel said in a Wednesday memo to staff, obtained by Variety.The publications will go digital-only effective today, and the transition is expected to terminate roughly 200 positions on the print side, Vogel said. The April editions of the print magazines will be the brands’ last, and the 200 eliminated jobs represent less than 5% of Dotdash Meredith’s total staff, according to Wall Street Journal, which broke the news.“This is an important step in the evolution of Dotdash Meredith, and I want to be clear with everyone about what we are doing and what is ahead,” Vogel’s memo says.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterLiane Moriarty’s novel “Apples Never Fall” is being adapted into a limited series at Peacock, Variety has learned exclusively.In a competitive situation, Peacock has won the rights to the book, which was published in September 2021, and given it a straight-to-series order. Since its debut, the book has sold over one million copies.The series centers on the Delaneys, who from the outside appear to be an enviably contented family.

K.J. Yossman Tara Reid is set to play an MI6 agent in upcoming espionage thriller “Cold Sun,” Variety can exclusively reveal.Reid will play an inexperienced British spy called Marsha Ravencourt in the film, which has been billed as “Cagney and Lacey with a difference.”Jason Figgis (“The Ecstasy of Isabel Mann”) will direct the feature, which is set to shoot this summer in the U.K.

Taylor Swift is set to feature on a new Record Store Day charity compilation titled ‘Portraits Of Her’.Launched back in 2008, RSD will return for its 15th anniversary event on April 23 after hosting two vinyl ‘drop’ dates in 2021.“For RSD 2022, we’re teaming up again with our friends at Vans for a compilation album,” organisers said of ‘Portraits Of Her’ in a statement, “and this one benefits WE ARE MOVING THE NEEDLE, an organization that supports female recording professionals, including audio engineers and producers.”In addition to Swift, the 16-track album will also feature Girl in Red, Julien Baker, Banks, Princess Nokia, Leyla Blue, Boyish, Bully, Alice Longyu Gao, Laura Jane Grace, Asiahn, Girl Ultra, K. Flay, Mariah The Scientist, Julia Michaels and Joy Oladokun.Whether Swift’s contribution will be a new track or not has yet to be confirmed.Featuring cover art by Sofia Enriquez, limited numbers of ‘Portraits Of Her’ will be available in participating record stores on Record Store Day (April 23).The news comes after Swift was announced last month as the first-ever global ambassador of Record Store Day.“I’m very proud to be this year’s Ambassador for Record Store Day.

The project has famously been through multiple iterations, but this is as far along as the casting has been at any stage.

EXCLUSIVE: Joe Pickett, the Michael Dorman-fronted drama series, is returning for season two.

A Scots teacher who had sex with an S6 pupil in his home has been struck off the teaching register.

Perth and Kinross youngsters have this week been enjoying free bus travel.

Serena Williams has her eyes on her future, and that doesn’t necessarily involve tennis. While Serena, 40, is one if not the most extraordinary talent ever to step foot on the court, her focus might shift from being a Grand Slam champion and being a mom to her husband Alexis Ohanian’s daughter, Olympia, 4. Serena also revealed to Entertainment Tonight that she wants to give Olympia, 4, a sibling. “I definitely want to have more kids, it’s just like, balance is key, you know, and just trying to find that balance,” she said. “I don’t know. It’s always like, ‘OK, are we ready?’ And I know the clock is ticking so I’m just like ‘OK, I need to figure out when that’s going to be,’ but hopefully soon when I will feel no pressure.”

Carpe diem! Amy Schneider is parlaying her historic Jeopardy! run into a new career! The 42-year-old former contestant revealed she has ditched her day job as a software engineer to begin the next stage in her life as a “public figure.” “Some of you may have heard, but I quit my day job yesterday!” she shared via Twitter on Tuesday (January 8). “It’s a bit nerve-wracking to pivot from software engineer to… public figure, I guess? But regardless of the outcome I’m so excited to spend the next couple years at least tackling this new challenge!”

As a former lettings manager and lover of all things home and interiors, you would expect Love Island star Faye Winter to live in a stunning abode. And so when the 26 year old and her co-star boyfriend Teddy Soares exclusively opened the doors to their new home, we certainly weren't disappointed.

Love Island first burst onto our screens back in 2015, and it's safe to say we've been hooked from the very first series. Famed for its explosive re-couplings and constant drama, the popular ITV dating show has became a staple to our summer TV schedule over recent years. In between all of the shock twists however, some Love Islanders do actually find a genuine connection on the show and a few have even gone on to tie the knot and start families together.

Amy Walsh and Toby Alexander-Smith welcomed their first child in December, and the stars had an unusual way of meeting their midwife. Little baby Bonnie Mae Smith arrived safely on the 27th December, and the stars tell us that they actually met their midwife through Toby's work on EastEnders. Emmerdale star Amy, 34, told OK!: "Coincidentally, Toby was filming lots of labour stuff in EastEnders and got speaking to a midwife they had on set there..." EastEnders star Toby continued: "Tamsyn was overseeing that the actors were doing the right thing, so it would be as real as possible.

Geordie Shore’sSophie Kasaei suffered an unfortunate fall after a night celebrating at the Brits.The reality TV star joined the many celebrities at the awards ceremony at the O2 Arena in London, and appeared to take a tumble as she exited the venue following the after-party.The 32 year old had to scoop up her bag, which had a gold-coloured drinks can in it, from the floor after seemingly dropping it as she suffered the mishap. Despite being unsteady on her feet, the star looked incredible in a black gown with chain mail-style detailing and an asymmetric bodice.

Frida Redknapp wowed in a yellow bikini in snaps taken in the Maldives with former footballer husband Jamie and their baby son, Raphael.The pair said their ‘I dos’ in October, just weeks before Frida gave birth to their first child together. Now Frida and Jamie have finally found time to go on their honeymoon with baby Raphael in tow. Frida is also a proud mum to four other children whom she shares with her ex-husband Jonathan Lourie.

If there's one product that has the ability to instantly take your makeup to the next level, it’s glitter eyeliner. Just a few swipes can transform the most basic eye look into a sparkle-filled masterpiece – and believe it or not, anyone can pull it off.

FRANKIE Bridge has shown off her incredibly stylish kitchen after a luxurious refurb. The Loose Women star, 33, proudly opened her immaculate cupboards to fans, with her extensive spice collection neatly separated into jars.

KIM Kardashian is adding a "glass lake house" in a secret location to her vast property empire. The KUWTK alum, 41, is working with a Japanese architect to create a glass and wood home in an unknown location that she travels to every Fourth of July.

CELEBS Go Dating star Ryan-Mark Parsons has been slammed as a "pretentious t**t" by a potential suitor after their date went totally wrong. The Apprentice star will be left in stunned silence as his date gets up and walks out after dubbing him a "s***-eating a**hole" in tonight's episode.

2 Accelerator, a $25,000 scholarship launched by Smith and the Inclusion Initiative to support a woman of color in film school as she completes a thesis film and prepares to enter the industry during her senior year in school.The goal is to support talented women of color, particularly those that want to tell large narrative stories (comic book, VFX-driven, etc.) and make an impact on the world. The winning director will also meet with a set of industry-leading advisers throughout her senior year.

Julia Fox is opening up about the public's fixation on her new relationship with Kanye West and what it's like to be compared to his estranged wife, Kim Kardashian, one of the most famous reality TV stars on the planet. Fox appears on this week's "Call Her Daddy" podcast, where she discussed her criminal past, being a former dominatrix, and of course, how her sudden relationship to the 44-year-old rapper came about.The actress stressed that mingling with celebrities is nothing new to her. "I grew up in New York City.

Another grandchild! Caitlyn Jenner gave an update on her newest family member one week after Kylie Jenner‘s baby boy’s arrival.

Larry Birkhead is remembering his former partner, Anna Nicole Smith, 15 years after her death. The photographer took to Instagram on Tuesday and wrote an emotional tribute to the Playboy cover girl and GUESS model, who passed away on Feb. 8, 2007, at age 39.

The return date for Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway has been announced by ITV bosses.

A man has been charged with attempted murder after a 49-year-old man was stabbed in the neck in Hulme.

Comments made by Jose Mourinho about Manchester United flop Alexis Sanchez came back to haunt the coach and his Roma team in Coppa Italia last night.

A man who assaulted a ticket inspector who tried to stop him from leaving Manchester Victoria station without paying has been jailed.

Tom Holland is on top of the world right now. Not only is he the star of the biggest box office success in years, “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” but he is prepping the release of “Uncharted,” which is the kickoff to what could be another massive franchise for the young actor.

Nelly has issued an apology for what was posted to his social media account this week.

The highest paid entertainers of 2022 have been revealed and this top ten list is quite shocking.

Caitlyn Jenner is sharing an update about how her daughter Kylie is doing after giving birth!