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Paul McCartney has announced a run of UK and European headline shows for later this year. Find all the details below.The soloist and Beatles legend is due to perform in Paris and Madrid this December as part of his ‘Got Back’ tour.

Amazon Prime Video’s The Boys are now streaming, but what songs are included in the episodes?The superhero series, adapted from the comic books written by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson and developed for the screen by Eric Kripke, follows the titular team of vigilantes as they combat superpowered enemies who abuse their powers.Last month, the trailer for season four was released, in which the group’s leader Billy Butcher (Karl Urban) reveals that he’s running out of time to live due to a weakened heart as he rallies the gang for an assault on Homelander (Anthony Starr) and the supes community.Watch the trailer below:Prime Video released the first three episodes of season four on June 13, with the remaining five episodes set to hit the streaming service on a weekly basis, with the final one arriving on July 18.It is currently unclear whether the cast of the show’s spinoff series Gen V will make appearances in the series, after several key characters from The Boys cameoed in the debut season of Gen V.Set in the same universe, Gen V is about to begin production on its second season. The show’s producers recently issued a statement that they will not be recasting the role of Andre Anderson after the untimely death of actor Chance Perdomo in March this year.In a four-star review of the new season, NME wrote: “With season five already confirmed, the return of a few familiar faces and a lot of characters confronting their pasts, this season sometimes feels like the set up for an eventual endgame scenario.

Lzzy Hale recently wrapped up her stint fronting Skid Row with a show in Sacramento, but Jon Bon Jovi thinks she should make her role in the band permanent.Hale fronted the glam metal band for a string of four shows in recent weeks, taking over the role after the band’s previous singer Erik Grönwall announced his departure over health concerns.The last of the four shows took place at Hard Rock Live in Sacramento, California on June 1, and Hale, who also fronts the band Halestorm, has shared her thoughts on the “wonderful” experience of taking on the role.Speaking to SiriusXM’s Trunk Nation, she said: “The response has been amazing. And I’m hearing from people that have been seeing Skid Row since 1987 and are just raving about what I bring to the table.“So, for me, it is friends helping out friends, but it’s also this beautiful milestone in my life where I’m literally being challenged to fill in the shoes that I’ve always wanted to fill from being a kid.

H1-KEY, this week’s star of The Cover on NME, have shared an exclusive playlist to accompany the story’s launch.This week (June 17), the South Korean quartet become the first-ever K-pop girl group to grace The Cover, a renewal of NME’s commitment to supporting emerging talent across the globe on a weekly basis. Every week, a rising artist will feature on The Cover – you can read the profile of H1-KEY here, written by Gladys Yeo and featuring photography by Sewon Jun.To accompany The Cover, H1-KEY have curated an exclusive playlist for NME, knowingly titled ‘Low-key Bops, High-key on Repeat’.

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Facebook post Sunday, revealing that the actor had been battling prostate cancer.The actor died in his wife’s arms “only hours after their 38th wedding anniversary,” the post reads.In addition to cancer, Kasten had been battling Crohn’s disease for the past seven years. He died at his Batavia, New York home.

It’s Monday and one star sign is stunned by a certain person's popularity, while another shouldn't take on any more commitments. There are 12 zodiac signs - Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces - and the horoscopes for each can give you the lowdown on what your future holds, be it in work, your love life, your friends and family or more. These daily forecasts have been compiled by astrologer Russell Grant, who has been reading star signs for over 50 years.

Listen up, film fans. If you want to put your movie trivia and music knowledge to the test, now's your chance.The Chase star Darragh Ennis is challenging you to identify the popular film soundtracks. It's trickier than it may seem – as music can get forgotten or blend into the background when you're distracted by all the action taking place on screen.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis rarely put a toe out of line in the public eye.The Princess of Wales is often praised for her children’s remarkable behaviour, but we all know how cheeky the little royals can be. Now and then the youngsters have been known to take a leaf out of their father Prince William’s book, who earned the title ‘Your Royal Naughtiness’ as a child.

Princess Charlotte, who is third in line to the throne, had to return an incredibly lavish gift she received as a newborn.The now-nine year old princess was presented with a £36,000 item when she was born back in May 2015. However, due to strict Royal protocols, the middle child of Prince William and Kate Middleton wasn't allowed to keep this extravagant present.The gift in question was from Natural Sapphire Company, which gifted a costly baby rattle made from 18ct white gold and decorated with diamonds, sapphires, and rubies to create a Union Jack.The company explained on their website why they decided to splurge for Princess Charlotte's birth.They wrote: "When Kate and William were engaged with the iconic blue sapphire ring that once belonged to Princess Diana, our sapphire ring sales rocketed.

Gemma Collins is feeling better than ever, since starting a health kick and taking on a high-fibre diet plan, Fibre First by health guru Steve Bennett, and she has brought fiancé Rami along for the journey, too. And while the couple may be clean living, they were hit by some health woes just weeks ago, as a parasite was found in businessman Rami's stomach.Talking exclusively to OK! this week, Gemma explained: "Rami actually had a parasite in his stomach a little while ago, he’s super slim and his stomach just blew up. So, he was like, ‘Oh my God, what’s going on’.

Over the years, many Neighbours stars have left Ramsay Street and gone on to achieve incredible things. Margot Robbie, who portrayed Donna Freedman from 2008 to 2011, and Guy Pearce known for his role as Mike Young from 1986 to 1989 have become big names in Hollywood. Margot lit up the big screen with her lead role in Barbie, while Guy is recognised for his roles in films like LA Confidential and Memento.

She may be known for being the ultimate diva, but Gemma Collins has switched Harrods for healthy living, she tells in an exclusive interview this week. “I’ve gone from Gucci bags and living my best life down Bond Street to not giving a s**t - my health is my wealth now,” says Gemma as she talks us through her new lifestyle overhaul. The former TOWIE star, 43, is on a health kick and has transformed her eating habits using a high-fibre diet, Fibre First.

Rock star singer Davey Pattison always knew there would be teething problems when he started his new band.

More unpaid carers across Scotland will be able to apply for a new devolved benefit from next week when it launches in three additional council areas. Carer Support Payment is currently available to new claimants living in Dundee City, Perth and Kinross and the Western Isles, however, it will rollout in North and South Lanarkshire and Angus on Monday, June 24.

Reported Celtic target Flavius Daniliuc will not return to Red Bull Salzburg after the Austrian side turned down their option to sign him permanently from Salernitana.

Andrew Rannells delivered unexpected news during his appearance at the 2024 Tony Awards.

Jonathan Groff teared up during his Tony Award speech and it made us a little teary too!

The new musical The Outsiders won the award for Best Musical at the 2024 Tony Awards and the show also gave an incredible performance during the event!

Armie Hammer is opening up about the accusations that he was a cannibal.

Princess Catherine, aka Kate Middleton, took to social media to celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday (June 16).

Janelle Monáe, Chappell Roan, MUNA and more have been announced as part of the inaugural New York edition of All Things Go Festival.The festival, which has traditionally curated women-focused and LGBT+ inclusive lineups, will arrive to New York on September 28-29 at Forest Hills Stadium.Though it’s normally hosted in Columbia, Maryland, All Things Go has since expanded outwards to other cities such as Washington, D.C..Set to join Monáe, Roan and MUNA are Reneé Rapp, Ethel Cain, Towa Bird, Julien Baker, Holly Humberstone, Samia, Del Water Gap, Soccer Mommy, Mannequin Pussy, and more.Check out the full lineup for All Things Go below and get any remaining tickets here.A post shared by All Things Go (@allthingsgo)Previous headliners of All Things Go include Lorde, Bleachers, Mitski, Billie Eilish, HAIM, Charli XCX, St Vincent, Maggie Rogers, and CHVRCHES.It was recently announced that MUNA’s Naomi McPherson was to make their acting debut as Janis Ian on ‘SNL 1975’.The film centres around the first episode of Saturday Night Live, which aired in October 1975, focusing in particular on the behind-the-scenes moments before it first came to the small screen. Ian appeared on the show as one of its first musical guests, alongside Billy Preston, who will be portrayed in the film by Jon Batiste.

Billy Corgan has opened up about his friendship with the late Sinéad O’Connor, calling her “such an incredible talent”.In a new interview with the Irish Times, the Smashing Pumpkins frontman shared details about his friendship with O’Connor, who tragically died aged 56 in July last year.Corgan revealed O’Connor lived with mutual friend and drummer Matt Walker (The Smashing Pumpkins, Morrissey) in Chicago, where Walker got to know O’Connor whilst he was playing with Morrissey. From then on, O’Connor lived in Walker’s attic.Recalling the singer as “shy”, Corgan said: “I’d met Sinéad once at a show. We talked a little bit, but I can’t say I knew her.

Jay-Z made a surprise appearance during Alicia Keys‘ performance at the 2024 Tony Awards last night (June 16) – watch the footage below.Keys’ Broadway musical Hell’s Kitchen was nominated for 13 awards at the ceremony, which took place at the Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater in New York City.The R&B artist began singing ‘Empire State Of Mind’ – her 2009 collaborative single with Jay-Z – alongside the cast of her show.

Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon is up and running – but what happened to Jaehaerys and Jaehaera in last night’s big premiere?The first episode of season two aired on HBO in the US on June 17, with UK viewers able to watch concurrently via Sky Atlantic and streaming service NOW.Last month, a trailer for the second season was released, which built upon the tension that highlighted season one’s end, when Alicent (Olivia Cooke) and Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) conspired to put Alicent’s son Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney) on the throne after King Viserys (Paddy Considine) snuffed it.Viserys had originally designated daughter Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy) as his heir – but a death-bed change-of-mind (conveniently only heard by Alicent) changed all that. Cue a Targaryen civil war, otherwise known as the ‘Dance Of The Dragons’ by readers of George R.R.

Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon returns to HBO this week, but how many episodes will there be?Last month, a trailer for the second season of the show was released, which built upon the tension that highlighted season one’s end, as Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney) and Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D’Arcy) butt heads to claim the Iron Throne, kickstarting a Targaryen civil war, otherwise known as the Dance of the Dragons.The trailer sees The Blacks, led by Rhaenyra and Daemon (Matt Smith), plan an invasion of King’s Landing to claim the Iron Throne from the Greens, led by Aegon. Over the course of the intense trailer, we get several glimpses of the bloody and fiery war to come, along with a trip to The Wall.Watch that trailer below:The second season was renewed five days after the premiere of season one, in August 2022.

shows.“We have a genius, ladies and gentlemen. He solved the Middle East!” Seinfeld joked.Jerry Seinfeld demolishes anti-Jewish heckler.

Variety Saturday. “The mere idea of it. You are going to give me the shortest month in a year? And you are going to celebrate ‘my’ history?! This whole idea makes my teeth itch.

A driver has been prosecuted after coming within metres of a police vehicle dealing with an incident on the M60.

Keeping an eye on your cholesterol levels can be a straightforward way to gauge if you're eating healthily or getting sufficient exercise.

A father remains separated from his three children after only one of them was successful in securing a passport.

Coronation Street star Calum Lill has announced he is engaged to his long-term girlfriend as he admitted it was 'about time' he popped the question. The actor took to social media on Sunday (June 16) after asking Roberta Mcclarron to marry him while enjoying a countryside break.

A leading doctor has issued a stark warning after more than 60 food items were recalled by manufacturers amid fears of a possible E.coli outbreak.

Paddy McGuinness was paid a public tribute by his ex-wife Christine as he shared a reflective message on Father's Day. The former couple announced their separation back in 2022 after 11 years of marriage.

Naman Ramachandran Mohaan Nadaar’s The Production Headquarters Limited, one of the producers of Cannes-prizewinning film “The Shameless,” has boarded Indian documentary “Legend of Abbakka.” “The Shameless” was directed by Bulgarian-American filmmaker Konstantin Bojanov and appeared in the Un Certain Regard section of the Cannes Film Festival this year. There, Anasuya Sengupta won the best actress award. Rani Abbakka of Ullal, southern India, a 16th-century warrior-queen, defied the Portuguese Empire, a feat often overlooked in history books.