Metrolink bosses issue roadworks update as huge project passes major hurdle

Chloe and Halle Bailey have found great success with solo projects lately, but what does that mean for their duo project Chloe X Halle?

Lisa McGee, the creator of triple-BAFTA-winner Derry Girls, has set her next project for Channel 4 and Hat Trick Productions.

Manori Ravindran Executive Editor of International SAG-AFTRA’s chief negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland joined the heads of U.K. actors and crew unions Equity and Bectu in a webinar on Tuesday to discuss the ongoing strikes and their increasingly heavy impact on the British entertainment industry. While Crabtree-Ireland seemed appreciative of the international support for the SAG-AFTRA strike — “We know your members are hurting in the industry as well,” he told more than 500 union members who joined the virtual event in hope of an update — the union leader provided few details around the state of negotiations so far.

Eamonn Holmes has announced an exciting career update as he prepares to bring his new show to Glasgow.

Sophia Scorziello editor Sundance Institute’s Documentary Fund will be supporting 23 selected independent documentary film projects this year through grants totaling over $1 million. This initiative has previously funded notable films including Oscar-nominated features “Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution,” “Minding the Gap” and “The Edge of Democracy.” This year, the documentaries awarded grants explore a large breadth subject matters from around the world, telling stories about Indigenous People and Native Americans, transgender youth, secrets of a family’s lineage, people with disabilities and an untitled feature about Uvalde, Texas.

A Place in the Sun’s Laura Hamilton has revealed that she has been asked to be a godmother. Taking to her Instagram, the presenter shared a photo of herself grinning as she held her godson close to her chest. In the caption, she wrote: “A big honour to be asked to be godmother to this beautiful little boy today by his awesome Mummy and Daddy, Sarah and James! @sarahinglis90 @jjinglis.

Fifty drivers will be prosecuted after a huge illegal car meet caused 'carnage' on the streets on Greater Manchester last night (Sunday). Police say up to 200 souped-up sports cars took part in the get together, which began in a car park in Pilsworth, Bury at about 7pm, before travelling through Middleton and into Manchester.

Ariana Grande has found a special way to mark the 10-year anniversary since the release of her debut album, Yours Truly.

Big-time wedding drama for Tish Cyrus!

A senior manager who was in charge of nursing at the Countess of Chester Hospital when Lucy Letby carried out her murderous attacks on babies has been suspended from her current role.

Fans have said that Jonnie Irwin looks “so well” after he shared a carousel of snaps to his Instagram yesterday (August 20). The A Place In The Sun presenter enjoyed a holiday with his family and could be seen smiling away in some of the snaps added to his page, captioning the post: “The best weather, best fun and the very best people for a few days away.” And fans rushed to the comments to say how good they thought he looked, with one writing: "You look so well!! I hope with all my heart you are in remission”. Another said: “Jonnie you are looking good.

MUNA teamed up with Boygenius for two songs last night (August 20) during the latter’s headline concert in London.Both bands shared vocals on MUNA’s ‘Silk Chiffon’ at the end of their support set at Gunnersbury Park before they teamed up again for ‘Salt In The Wound’, which featured on Boygenius’ 2018 debut EP, at the close of the supergroup’s set. You can view footage of both tracks below.During the former, which featured on their self-titled 2022 album, MUNA kicked off the track before Phoebe Bridgers joined them to sing her vocal part on the song.

Fiorentina chief Joe Barone has confirmed that the Italian club will not stop Sofyan Amrabat from leaving the club ahead of the window closing next week.

Travellers are facing major disruption after Edinburgh Airport was forced to close on Monday morning.

Major UK broadcasters and Prime Video have pledged extra donations to the UK’s Film & TV Charity following an astonishing 800% rise in grant applications from workers struggling with the economic downturn.

Thousands of generous Mancunians - and others from across the country and the world - are rallying round to get a little boy with leukaemia over to the US for a potentially life-saving clinical trial.

Southern California was hit by Tropical Storm Hilary on Sunday which brought heavy rain to the west coast with some parts experiencing flooding.

Twenty four years of marriage, and it's clear Victoria and David Beckham still adore one another. And on Saturday night Victoria was spotted celebrating her husband's team Inter Miami's triumph by giving him a huge hug after he guided them to win the inaugural League Cup.

Olivia Bowen has issued a health update to her fans as she opens up on the mental struggles of motherhood.The former Love Island series two star gave birth to her baby Abel Jacob, known as AJ, last year alongside her husband and fellow former islander Alex Bowen. Olivia and Alex met on the second rebooted series of the hit ITV show Love Island in 2016 and have been in a flourishing romance ever since. Seven years on from exiting the show and the pair have just celebrated their son's first birthday together.

There were mammoth queues outside the Thirsty Korean restaurant in Chorlton on Sunday (August 20) after Sacha Lord offered to pay for everyone's meal.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” has surpassed $700 million at the global box office, becoming the fourth-highest grossing movie of the year. After five weeks of release, the R-rated historical drama has generated $718 million at the worldwide box office, including $285 million in North America and $437 million internationally. The film has outperformed “Fast X” ($704 million) and “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” ($686 million) and trails behind “The Super Mario Bros.

A former EastEnders star has quit the acting world as he takes up a brand new role in a completely different industry. Fans of the hit BBC soap will be well aware of Jake Moon who arrived on the scene in 2004 alongside his brother Danny.The hunky soap star Jake - who was played by the actor Joel Beckett - came into the show as a distant second cousin to EastEnders stalwart character Alfie Moon. During the two years that Joel played Jake, he was involved in a number of very high-profile storylines which fans of the show will surely remember to this day.

The BBC were forced to apologise to viewers, following a rather awkward on-air blunder during the Women's World Cup final. Just moments after kick-off, viewers watching on the BBC took to social media to complain that they could hear the Spanish commentary over the English.

Anyone heading on holiday anytime soon has been urged to check the latest travel advice from the Foreign Development and Commonwealth Office. Thirty-one countries in total have had an update from the government body, detailing how travellers can keep as safe as possible when heading to the locations.

The Spanish women's team have made history by winning the World Cup for the first time. Spain's squad secured a final 1-0 victory over England women's team at the FIFA World Cup final in Sydney on Sunday, August 20.

Alan Shearer has insisted Phil Foden must get an extended run in central midfield for Manchester City after his starring performance against Newcastle United.

Ariana Grande has announced a reissue and set of 10th anniversary celebrations for her debut album ‘Yours Truly’.The reissue will land next week (August 25) as a digital deluxe album on streaming services.The singer will also take part in two Q&A sessions on August 25 and 28, with a set of live performances also set to take place across the week after its release.On August 30, the celebrations will wrap up with another live performance as well as the premiere of “some behind the scenes stuff we found.”Speaking of her debut album, Grande said: “This was such a healing and special project to do.”A post shared by Ariana Grande (@arianagrande)Last month, Grande shared a video of her singing Kylie Minogue‘s ‘Padam Padam’ in celebration of London Pride.She took to her Instagram Stories to post a video of her lip-syncing and dancing along to the Minogue track with the caption, “Happy London Pride! I Love Youuuuu.”The 30-year-old also shouted out Minogue, writing, “@kylieminogue you’re perfect.” The message came decorated with Pride flags, noting that ‘Padam Padam’ has become a huge hit among the LGBTQIA+ community.Earlier this year, the singer opened up about fans’ “concerns” about her body, urging them to be kinder to others.The singer took to TikTok to address long-running discussions about her appearance. “I just wanted to address your concerns about my body and talk a little bit about what it means to be a person with a body and to be seen and to be paid such close attention to,” she said as subtitles in the video read.

Laura Hamilton has been flooded with support from fans after sharing a family announcement on social media. The 41-year-old is known for her presenting role on A Place in the Sun on Channel 4, as well as regular appearances on This Morning, where she often takes on live features on location.

Airdrie player-boss Rhys McCabe has revealed he will be out for a at least a couple of more weeks with a knee injury - but the extent of the problem is not as bad as first feared.

Erik ten Hag downplayed the possibility Manchester United's goalscoring issues could heap pressure on new striker Rasmus Hojlund.

Ron Cephas Jones, an Emmy winner known for his role as William Hill on “This is Us”, has died at 66 years old.

Pep Guardiola says Manchester City showed why they have been so successful with a charismatic performance against Newcastle on Saturday night.

Layton Williams will make Strictly Come Dancing history when he becomes the first male contestant to take to the dance floor in a dress. It will be a first for the popular ballroom dancing competition, which has been running for nearly 20 years.

It has become an annual tradition for TV presenter Jeremy Clarkson to remind his online followers on A-levels results day every year that he did not achieve the exam results he had hoped for whilst at school.

Livingston boss David Martindale insisted he was happy to put result over performance as the Lions booked a place in the Viaplay Cup quarter-finals.

Residents described hearing a 'huge bang' after a police vehicle 'exploded' into flames in Leigh.