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NME’s latest star of The Cover, METTE, has shared a playlist exclusively to accompany the story’s launch – check it out below.The pop artist is on this week’s (July 1) edition of 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 METTE here, written by Nick Levine and featuring photography by Rachel Billings.Accompanying the story is an exclusive playlist METTE has compiled, reflecting her twin passions of music and dance – as well as her love for pop, R&B, dance, disco and much more. In a statement, METTE declared: “Music is everything.

Kim Jae-joong, an ex-member of TVXQ! has opened up about dealing with sasaeng fans during his time in the boyband.Kim recently released a special episode of his YouTube series JaeFriends in support of his 20th anniversary studio album ‘Flower Garden’. While the singer typically hosts the series, the new episode features him as the interviewee while being interviewed by guest host Younghoon of THE BOYZ.During the episode, Younghoon says that he had always been curious about Kim’s experience with sasaeng fans, as he frequently saw news stories about fans breaking into TVXQ’s dorms growing up.

Nigel Farage has ended a bad-tempered weekend on the campaign trail attacking a pair of national broadcasters and saying his party will “campaign vigorously to abolish the licence fee.”

Sony Pictures Television (SPT) is maintaining its focus on British TV drama with another big acquisition deal.

French directors Benoît Jacquot and Jacques Doillon have been taken into police custody for questioning on accusations of sexual assault made against them by actress and director Judith Godrèche.

EXCLUSIVE: A revamp of residuals, artificial intelligence provisions and an end to the misuse of “special stipulations” by the American giants lead the British actors union’s claim for its new film and TV agreements with PACT.

EXCLUSIVE: Fifth Season-backed The Story Collective (TSC) has taken a 25% stake in The Mallorca Files co-producer Cosmopolitan Pictures, which has ambitions to be a “European hub” for projects that can traverse borders, its boss has said.

Rafa Sales Ross Guest Contributor Zeki Demirkubuz’s “Life” was awarded the Golden Bee for Best Feature Film at the second edition of the Mediterrane Film Festival. Mahdi Fleifel’s Un Certain Regard breakout “To a Land Unknown” took the Jury’s Choice prize, while Brandt Andersen’s “The Stranger’s Case” won Golden Bees for Best Director for Andersen and Best Acting for Yasmine Al-Massri.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief The question of when the summer box office season is going to kick into high gear remains unanswered in mainland China – just as it had until recently in plenty of other markets. Over the latest weekend, Chinese-produced feelgood movie “Moments We Shared” headed the box office chart for a second weekend, but with a significantly weaker performance. It earned $14.1 million (RMB100 million) between Friday and Sunday, according to data from consultancy firm Artisan Gateway.

Two gangsters went from "blood brothers" who broke out of a prison van together to sworn enemies as their underworld bond disintegrated.

Jet2 has warned passengers of ‘delays’ due to ‘adverse weather conditions’ in parts of Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean. The airline said it was experiencing Air Traffic Control slot delays and urged passengers to allow plenty of time to travel to the airport if their destination is experiencing bad weather.

Manchester United have unveiled their new home kit for the 2024/25 season.

Kevin De Bruyne says he will return to Manchester City after the European Championships, backtracking a little on recent comments admitting he would be open to a move to Saudi Arabia.

Sophie Rundle has given birth to her second child, a baby boy.The Peaky Blinders star and her husband Matt Stokoe have welcomed another son as Sophie, 35, shared the first pics of her newborn on Instagram. Her sweet picture showed the actress cradling her little one on her chest, while another black and white snap showed the tot’s head and hand.The Happy Valley actress gushed that she was "riding this heavenly wave of perfect love." She wrote: "He’s here.

Prince William echoed the thoughts of England fans everywhere last night when he shared his own emotional message following the football team's nerve-shredding victory over Slovakia.The post, which was signed off with a W to prove it was written personally by him, echoed the thoughts of England fans everyone over the lacklustre start to the game and its triumphant conclusion. William was watching as Jude Bellingham's last-gasp overhead kick took England level before Harry Kane fired in another goal to clinch victory.The royal, 42, wrote on his and Kate's official Prince and Princess of Wales account on X: "Emotional rollercoaster! Let's go England!" The royal added with his customary positivity: "Quarter finals here we come! W." One follower replied: "We can all imagine Prince William yelling Let’s go England!" Another told him: "WHAT A GAME!!! I can imagine how much you must have celebrated the goals." Another asked him to put a call in to his friend, England manager Gareth Southgate, saying: "Ah go on - give Southgate a bit of a tickle & 'suggest' he might find it helpful to put Ollie & Ezri on to start next game." England beat Slovakia after extra-time to reach the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 in the early kick-off yesterday and will now play Switzerland at 5pm on Saturday.

Maya Jama had to take a brief pause during Sunday night's Love Island: Aftersun as her voice gave out, thanks to her weekend at Glastonbury.The stunning host was joined by Sam Thompson and former Love Islander Amy Hart on the show, as well as former All Stars Hannah Elizabeth and Anton Danyluk. Current Islander Ciaran Davies' family also joined the studio audience to chat about his latest romantic endeavours on the show – mainly his romance with Nicole.

Shania Twain, 58, entertained crowds at Glastonbury as she graced the Pyramid Stage in the coveted Legends slot, but many viewers at home watching were all left with the same complaint.The country sensation opened her set to thousands of excited fans with her classic hit That Don't Impress Me Much. Yet, those tuning in from their sofas were less than impressed as they took to social media to plead with festival chiefs to up their game on the sound quality front. Some armchair critics were also quick to brand the performance as "flat," as one person took to X to write: "#Glastonbury Well that didn't impress me much, flat as a pancake." A second gave their two cents: "This isn't impressing me much.

K-pop girl group BABYMONSTER have unveiled the music video for their new single ‘Forever’.Today (July 1), BABYMONSTER released their digital single ‘Forever’, a pre-release single from their first studio album due out in the fall. At the time of publishing, YG Entertainment has yet to unveil further details for the upcoming record.The new music video for ‘Forever’ opens with the BABYMONSTER members waking up in a luxurious hotel suite to VIP invitation cards.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor joined Peggy Gou to perform ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ at Glastonbury 2024 – watch the performance below.The moment took place during Peggy Gou’s set at the Park Stage at Worthy Farm on Saturday (June 29), the South Korean DJ – who became the first female DJ to headline the stage – wound the clock back to party with Ellis-Bextor, inviting the latter onstage to perform the cult classic track that recently went viral.Watch the performance below.Ellis-Bextor’s ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ – first released in 2001 – enjoyed a massive resurgence late last year and early this year thanks to its inclusion in a particularly infamous and cheeky scene from Saltburn.The 2024 edition of Glastonbury has now come to a close, with SZA turning in a four-star headlining showcase at the Pyramid Stage despite technical issues, while The National put on a five-star closing slot at the Other Stage.Over the weekend Kasabian rocked up to Woodsies for their not-so-secret set, Coldplay‘s electric headlining set on Saturday scored them a four-star review. Little Simz‘s Pyramid performance marked her bid as a future headliner, while Camila Cabello shone a chaotic performance.Most recently, festival organiser Emily Eavis confirmed last night (June 30) that Glastonbury will be taking a year off in 2026, and would next return in 2027 after its 2025 outing.Check back at NME for the latest Glastonbury 2024 news, reviews, interviews, photos, rumours and more.

SEVENTEEN vocalist DK has shared a cover of South Korean band Day6’s song ‘Happy’.Today (July 1), SEVENTEEN’s DK released a cover of Day6’s 2024 track ‘Happy’ alongside a self-shot music video. The clip, shot in a vlog format, follows the singer travels to Japan for a concert, including behind-the-scenes footage and clips of the boyband spending their free time together.“May I be happy? / I want to laugh every day / I don’t want to worry / Please tell me the answer / So hеlp me, I’m sitting down / I think I’m going to cry / So, please, plеase, please / Tell me, it’s okay to be happy,” DK sings on the chorus.‘Happy’ was originally released in March this year by Day6 as part of their eighth mini-album, ‘Fourever’.

Chuu recently covered IU’s 2017 song ‘dlwlrma’ on The Seasons.Chuu recently appeared on an episode of the South Korean music show The Seasons, hosted by Zico, to promote her new mini-album ‘Strawberry Rush’. During the episode, she performed an abridged acapella cover of singer-songwriter IU’s ‘dlwlrma’.“Right here, right now / We are so dazzling and beautiful / This fireworks will never end / Whatever,” she sings on the chorus.

Mosie was walking into her opticians when everything suddenly went dark. The then 63-year-old had booked the appointment because of a minor complaint she’d developed in her left eye.

Drivers escaped unhurt following a crash on a suburban road which left one car in a hedge. The collision happened on Fog Lane in Didsbury on Sunday night.

Diogo Dalot and Lisandro Martinez have been voted as the two players that Manchester Evening News readers would like to keep in the squad this summer.

Sparkling skies, sunshiny days and balmy nights are finally upon us.

As many people jet away on summer holidays and thousands depart for Germany to cheer on the Three Lions at the Euros, it's certainly one of the busiest times of year for Manchester Airport. With the school holidays only weeks away many will be squeezing in last minute breaks before the kids break up.

Alex Ritman “Derry Girls” creator Lisa McGee has started production on her upcoming comedy thriller series “How to Get to Heaven From Belfast” in Northern Ireland and has revealed the lead cast for the Netflix show. Roísín Gallagher (“The Dry,” “The Lovers”), Sinéad Keenan (“Little Boy Blue,” “Unforgotten”) and Caoilfhionn Dunne (“A Thousand Blows,” “Industry”) will play Saoirse, Robyn and Dara, three childhood friends, now in their late 30s, who come together over news of a fourth friend’s death, leading them on a what’s described as a “dark, dangerous and hilarious odyssey” through Ireland and beyond as they try to piece together the truth of the past.

Naman Ramachandran Indian sci-fi epic “Kalki 2898 AD” made a third place debut at the worldwide box office in a weekend led by “Inside Out 2” and “A Quiet Place: Day One.” Disney’s “Inside Out 2” collected $165 million worldwide, including $57.4 million in North America, in its third weekend of release and now has crossed a $1 billion gross, according to numbers from Comscore. Paramount’s “A Quiet Place: Day One” debuted with $98.5 million, including $53 million in North America, releasing across 60 territories.

Naman Ramachandran Sony Pictures Television (SPT) has revealed an increased investment in Eleventh Hour Films (EHF), taking a majority stake in the U.K.-based production company. This move makes EHF the fourth majority-owned, U.K.-based scripted drama company in SPT’s International Production group, joining Left Bank Pictures, Bad Wolf and Eleven. The investment follows a period of growth for EHF, which has secured multiple commissions and recommissions.

During Monday's episode of Good Morning Britain, Susanna Reid and Ed Balls discussed the case of missing teenager Jay Slater. Susanna confessed to feeling "feeling distracted" by the news that police in Tenerife had halted their search for the young man.

Intermittent fasting, the type of diet made popular by Dr Michael Mosley, is good for your brain as well as your body - according to new research. The study found better brain function in people who follow an intermittent fasting diet, which involves only eating on certain days or during certain hours of the day.

Kerry Katona has revealed what she told best pal Katie Price when she learned she was going under the knife for her 17th boob job - and she didn't hold back. In her exclusive column this week, the mum of five also opens up about her own family feud after Meghan Markle 's dad Thomas gave a very candid interview about their relationship. She also shares which of her children she thinks could be destined for stardom - and what advice she'd give this year's Celebs Go Dating singletons....

Kate Middleton is known for her love of sport, with rarely a game that she can't expertly turn her hand to. But the Princess of Wales previously told enthusiastic young tennis fans at a tennis training session that she wasn't able to get out on the court as much as she would like these days - because "I've got lots of babies".

Coronation Street legend Thelma Barlow, who played the iconic Mavis Wilton, has dashed fans' hopes of a return to the cobbles. The 95 year old actress was a fan favourite for over two decades, known for her on-screen partnership with Rita Sullivan (Barbara Knox) in the Kabin and her marriage to Derek Wilton. However, she left the soap in 1997 to run a bed and breakfast in Cumbria.

Throughout her life, Diana, Princess of Wales' influence was felt all over the world - whether that was through her selfless charity work, her determination to make a difference or her impeccable sense of style.The late royal was born 63 years ago on 1 July, 1961 and left behind two sons who have made it their life's work to not let their mother's legacy be forgotten as they have backed some of her favourite causes. As the anniversary of her birthday passes by, a leading royal expert reflects on her personal relationship with the late princess, and how Prince William, in particular, will feel marking the day.

The start of the Monday's episode of Good Morning Britain set off a wave of criticism from the programme's viewers before it had even started. Hosts, Susanna Reid and Ed Balls opened the show by sharing the day's agenda which included an extensive coverage of Sunday night's football match where England emerged as victors against Slovakia.