Richard Dunne identifies two key hurdles Man City have overcome in title race

Out French ice dancer, Guillaume Cizeron, won a gold medal Monday at the Beijing Winter Olympics.Cizeron skated with his longtime skating partner, Gabriella Papadakis.

Snail Mail has opened up about her road to recovery following a vocal cord surgery that forced the delay of tour dates in the US, UK and Europe.Speaking to Carmel Holt on a recent episode of the Sheroes Mixtape Memoir podcast, the singer – real name Lindsey Jordan – shared that she was “silent for the entire month” following the surgery in December, an experience that she said “was really hard”.“There were a lot of situations where I found myself just totally helpless. You know, you don’t really think about how much you need your voice,” she said.

JYP Entertainment has announced that TWICE’s North American tour will no longer include meet-and-greet events.On February 15, the agency said in a statement through the group’s fan community page that meet-and-greet events for the US leg of the group’s ‘III’ world tour, which kicked off in Los Angeles on the same day, have been cancelled. The company cited the “severity” of the COVID-19 pandemic for its decision to axe the events.“We originally planned promotional and a wide variety of opportunities for meet-and-greets,” JYP said.

Neil Young has spoken out over a developing conspiracy theory that his music publishing is overseen by pharmaceutical corporation Pfizer – the company behind one of the most widely-used COVID-19 vaccines.In a since-deleted letter posted to his Neil Young Archives website (as transcribed by Stereogum), Young addressed the circulated belief his views on vaccines were dictated to him by Pfizer – who, according to the conspiracy theory, own Young’s music publishing.The misunderstanding stems from the fact that a former CEO at Pfizer now serves as a senior advisor for asset manager Blackstone, which currently has a partnership with music publisher Hipgnosis – with whom Young presently works.Young described the conspiracy theory as “clever but wrong” in the letter, while also quipping “so much for Pharm Aid” – a reference to both the common conspiracy theory trope of “big pharma” and his own charity Farm Aid.“The publishing share Hipgnosis has in my copyrights is in the Hipgnosis Songs Fund, that is publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange,” Young explained.“The Blackstone investment went into a separate Hipgnosis Private Fund, and none of that money was used for the Hipgnosis Songs Fund. Pfizer has not invested in Hipgnosis, but a past Pfizer CEO is a senior advisor for Blackstone.” The conspiracy theory is part of an ongoing conservative backlash against Young – most recently expressed by right-wing American rock musician Ted Nugent, who described Young as a “stoner birdbrain punk” for his recent protest against Spotify and Joe Rogan.Young removed his catalogue of albums from Spotify last month to protest the platform having Rogan’s podcast The Joe Rogan Experience as an exclusive to the service.

Chubby and The Gang have shared a new three-track EP, ‘Labour Of Love’.The EP arrived on all major streaming platforms on Monday (February 14), alongside a fresh music video for the project’s lead single, ‘Who Loves Ya? (Coup d’état)’.The ‘Labour Of Love’ EP is rounded out by ‘Twice Shy’, a punchy track about being hurt by love and now being skeptical of all relationships, and ‘Ain’t There No One?’, which chronicles the search for someone to “fix a lonely heart”.Listen to the ‘Labour Of Love’ EP below.The music video for ‘Who Loves Ya? (Coup d’état)’ was filmed and edited by the band’s tour manager during their recent run of shows supporting Turnstile, per a press release.Released on Valentine’s Day, ‘Who Loves Ya (Coup d’état)’ aims to spotlight “all the angles of love. Warts and all,” according to frontman Charlie Manning Walker.

BLACKPINK fans have expressed their frustration towards the girl group’s agency, YG Entertainment, over the act’s lack of musical output.On Valentine’s Day (February 14), YG Entertainment announced that the quartet would be releasing their ‘2022 Welcoming Collection’ with a preview video on YouTube. While K-pop fans typically enjoy such special releases, some Blinks (BLACKPINK’s official fanbase) have voiced their dissatisfaction towards the agency’s decision to release new merchandise instead of music.As seen in the replies and quotes on YG’s tweet announcing the new collection, a number of Blinks have called for a boycott of the release, while others have decided to voice their displeasure by reporting the agency’s Twitter account.

The official trailer for the upcoming Marvel movie Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness was unveiled during the 2022 Super Bowl and there’s probably some moments you missed.

Brian Laundrie's death in the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park in North Port, Florida, have come to light following the release of the completed autopsy report.The 47-page report, obtained by ET, reveals the findings from examination of Laundrie's remains, which authorities found scattered in the Environmental Park back in October, following a lengthy search for the 23-year-old fugitive, who had been a suspect in the murder of Gabby Petito at the time of his disappearance.It was revealed that Laundrie had died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head in November, after his remains were handed over to a forensic anthropologist. The full report, however, was not released until Monday, and largely detailed the condition of Laundrie's skeletal remains.According to the forensic investigation, many of Laundrie's bones displayed signed of post-mortem scavenging, with animal gnaw marks, which is likely why most soft tissue had disappeared from the remains.«No soft tissue remains but for minimal partially calcified costal cartilage at the anterior aspects of some of the lower ribs,» the report detailed.

Kodak Black has left Cedars-Sinai hospital after being reportedly shot in the leg. In a video you can see here, the rapper can be seen getting into a black SUV while using a walker and moving slowly on Monday afternoon. The “Patty Cake” rapper was surrounded by numerous bodyguards as he climbed into the SUV which was a smart move, considering the danger he faced early Saturday morning after Justin Beiber‘s concert after party.

K.J. Yossman “Promising Young Woman” scribe Emerald Fennell and “His Dark Materials” scribe Jack Thorne were among those honored at the 29th Writers’ Guild of Great Britain awards on Monday night.The ceremony, which was hosted by WGGB president Sandi Toksvig in London, handed out awards in 16 categories including film, television, radio, theatre, comedy, books, and videogames.Awards covered the past two years of work, after the 2021 ceremony was cancelled due to the pandemic.Which is why Fennell won a prize for first screenplay for “Promising Young Woman” while Thorne picked up the award for outstanding contribution to writing.Also walking away with gongs were Chinonyerem Odimba for best musical theater bookwriting for “Black Love,” Russell T.

Jon Dadi Bodvarsson is now in a position to start for Bolton while Amadou Bakayoko is reaping the benefits from the new system Wanderers have implemented and is proving any goal doubters wrong with his recent form in front of goal.

A man who allegedly tried to flee from police in Ashton-under-Lyne was swiftly arrested on suspicion of several crimes including possession with intent to supply class a drugs and possession of an offensive weapon.

Foo Fighters have expanded their upcoming North American tour with 10 new shows, set to take place this September and October.The tour, in support of the band’s 2021 album ‘Medicine at Midnight’, will now include additional stops primarily through Canada – including cities such as Winnipeg, Edmonton and Vancouver. Two new United States dates – one in Sioux Falls, the other in the central Oregon city of Bend – have also been added.Tickets for the new set of dates will go on sale this Friday (February 18) at 10am local time for each city.A post shared by Foo Fighters (@foofighters)The 10 new shows join the largely stadium-based North American tour, which is set to commence in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania on May 14.

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola says Kevin De Bruyne will be included in Manchester City's squad to face Everton on Wednesday, as well as reasurring fans on Ilkay Gundogan's groin injury.Guardiola had earlier confirmed that De Bruyne was back in full training after missing the last seven games through injury, saying he was getting better as he stepped up his recovery.And expanding on De Bruyne's condition, Guardiola confirmed he would be available for selection against Everton on Wednesday night."He travels with us," Guardiola replied when asked how long City fans could expect to wait before seeing him back in action.After Sergio Aguero was named on the bench against Spurs, without coming on, Guardiola said the Argentine striker would

straight to your inboxKevin De Bruyne has returned to full training for Manchester City as he steps up his recovery from injury - but Ilkay Gundogan has been ruled out of the upcoming Everton fixture this week. Talisman De Bruyne has missed City's last seven outings after suffering an injury in last month's win over Aston Villa, with Pep Guardiola placing a 'four to six week' timeframe on his absence.

straight to your inboxIlkay Gundogan says Phil Foden's recent form is proof that Pep Guardiola should be trusted to manage and make decisions his way.Guardiola has led Manchester City to top spot in the Premier League despite a number of injuries in key areas at various points of the season, particularly in attack.Gundogan has replaced the goals of Sergio Aguero in recent weeks, with 11 strikes in 12 Premier League appearances, while Foden has also produced some influential performances across the attack to help the Blues to 16 consecutive wins.Foden's increasing maturity and brilliant performances all season, Gundogan says, are proof that Guardiola always had the right development plan for the youngster, despite plenty of critics

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola allowed his Manchester City players a moment of praise after their demolition job on Tottenham... before claiming he would deny he had ever said anything.

straight to your inboxManchester City saw off Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table. Ilkay Gundogan netted twice for City after Rodrigo had opened the scoring from the penalty spot in Saturday's clash at the Etihad Stadium.

straight to your inboxGary Lineker says Manchester City could win the quadruple this season after they swept Tottenham aside in the Premier League.City went seven points clear at the top of the league with their 3-0 win over Spurs and also have a game in hand over second-placed Leicester City. After an even opening to the game, Rodri's penalty put City 1-0 up midway through the first half before Ilkay Gundogan's second-half brace secured a comfortable victory.

straight to your inboxJamie Carragher has changed his prediction regarding which Manchester City star will win the PFA Player of the Year award. The former Liverpool defender previously tipped Ruben Dias to claim the gong thanks to the impact the summer signing has had on Pep Guardiola's defence.

straight to your inboxManchester City will assess Ilkay Gundogan ahead of the Everton game after the midfielder complained of tightness in his groin during the 3-0 win over Tottenham.Gundogan scored two goals, including one where he left Spurs defender Davinson Sanchez on the floor, as Pep Guardiola's winning machine brutally beat Jose Mourinho's Spurs to notch their 16th consecutive victory in all competitions. But the German midfielder was substituted in the second half after feeling somethnig wasn't quite right.Guardiola said that the player will be checked over, but dismissed the idea of resting him at Everton in midweek if he is fit enough.

straight to your inbox Pep Guardiola admits that Ederson 's brilliant drilled assist for Ilkay Gundogan 's second goal makes him a possibility as Manchester City 's penalty taker. But the Blues boss is still reluctant to allow the Brazil international to step up and take on the job, and is concerned that the issue is still not settled, especially with big games on the horizon.

straight to your inboxLast week, Phil Foden was showing why he has such a bright future ahead of him, scoring one and assisting twice as Manchester City left Liverpool's title defence in tatters and marched on to another win.Foden rightfully received plaudits for his performance at Anfield, and was rested when City beat Swansea in the cup during the week to keep him fresh for the visit of Tottenham on Saturday. Against Spurs, Foden was much quieter, with a good performance just without any goals or assists to show for it as Ilkay Gundogan ran the show again.

straight to your inboxJose Mourinho has hit out at the circumstances that led to Man City's penalty against Spurs. With the scores goalless, Ilkay Gundogan was fouled by Pierre-Emile Hojberg midway through the first half to allow Rodri the chance to score from the penalty spot and give City the lead.

straight to your inboxRodri says Manchester City's recent penalty misses made him angry, so he told his teammates in the dressing room after the Liverpool match that he would demand to take the next spot kick. So when Ilkay Gundogan was fouled in the first half against Tottenham and the referee pointed to the spot, it was Rodri who immediately took the ball and scored - despite goalkeeper Ederson showing interest in taking it himself.

straight to your inboxMan City return to Premier League action on Saturday, as they take on Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium, three days after their FA Cup exploits against Swansea City.City have a number of injury concerns ahead of the game against Spurs with Fernandinho, Rodri, Ruben Dias and Sergio Aguero all ruled as doubtful for this weekend, whilst Kevin De Bruyne and Nathan Ake have been ruled out through injury.If neither of Fernandino or Rodri are fit enough to start, midfielder Ilkay Gundogan could drop into a deeper midfield position, with Phil Foden then able to slot into midfield.For Spurs, Giovani Lo Celso and Sergio Reguilon are ruled out, whilst Serge Aurier and Gareth Bale are injury doubts.*Click here to subscribe

straight to your inboxTottenham manager Jose Mourinho says Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp are both “lucky” because Manchester City and Liverpool have the ability to sign the world’s best players. Spurs face Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday evening, with Mourinho’s side 14 points adrift of the Premier League leaders in eighth place.

straight to your inboxIlkay Gundogan has insisted Manchester City did not use Liverpool's title triumph as motivation at the start of the campaign.Pep Guardiola 's side have responded to last season's disappointment in fantastic style and lead Liverpool by 10 points, and also have a game in hand. City's 15-match winning run in all competitions has made them massive favourites to win a third title in four years, with Gundogan at the centre of their impressive form after a recent spout of goals.