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Gene Simmons has said KISS‘ farewell tour is the “end of the road for the band, not the brand” and hinted at what’s to come.The glam rock band are currently on the final leg of their extensive last run of concerts, dubbed the ‘End Of The Road World Tour’. Simmons and co. are due to bow out with a performance at Madison Square Garden in New York on December 2.KISS announced last week that they’ll be live-streaming the NYC show worldwide, inviting fans to “rock out” with them “one last time”.During a new interview with 519 Magazine, Simmons explained that the group’s imminent retirement doesn’t necessarily mean the end, and teased some other potential KISS-related projects.“This tour is the end of the road for the band, not the brand,” he told the outlet.

Jada Pinkett Smith has said she and husband Will Smith are taking legal action against his “former friend/assistant” for alleging that the actor had sex with his Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air co-star Duane Martin.Earlier this week, Brother Bilaal, who claims to be Smith’s friend of 40 years and his former assistant, told the Unwine With Tasha K podcast that he walked in on Smith and Martin having sex during the time of Fresh Prince’s filming.Smith’s team have strongly denied the allegation, telling TMZ: “This story is completely fabricated and the claim is unequivocally false.”During an appearance on The Breakfast Club radio show on Wednesday (15 November), Pinkett Smith further denied the claims, saying: “We’re going to take legal action.“It’s one thing to have your opinion on somebody versus making up salacious, malicious stories,” Pinkett Smith said, adding that the allegations are “ridiculous”.Last month, Pinkett Smith revealed that she and Will, while not officially divorced, have been living separately since 2016. The pair married in 1997 and share two children together, Jaden and Willow.During an interview on Today on Monday (October 16), however, Jada explained that they are now “working very hard” at potentially living under the same roof once again.“We are working very hard at bringing our relationship together, back to a life partnership,” Jada said on the show.Asked if she might live in the same house again as Will, Jada replied: “Yeah.”Speaking about why they decided to live separately in the original interview, Jada said: “I think by the time we got to 2016, we were just exhausted with trying.

Rocksteady Studios has released a twenty-minute Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League video which delves into the story and mechanics of the long-delayed title.The video confirms that Metropolis will be “twice the size” of Gotham City in the studio’s Batman: Arkham Knight game, meaning each of the Squad has a unique traversal method for getting around. Harley Quinn has a glider and grappling hook, Deadshot has a jetpack, King Shark can jump incredibly high and Captain Boomerang has a type of super speed.Rocksteady also confirmed that Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League is a “third-person action shooter”.

Harry Styles has shared a new image of himself sporting a close-shaved buzzcut.The post appeared on the Instagram account of Pleasing, a beauty and fashion line that Styles founded in 2021, along with the caption: “Our Founder, Harry Styles, toasts the launch of Pleasing Fragrance with friends in London. November, 2023.” See the image below.A post shared by Pleasing (@pleasing)Rumours had been circulating for several days about the possible new haircut from the former One Direction singer, after a video circulated via TMZ appeared to show him with the new style while he and rumoured girlfriend Taylor Russell were attending a U2 show at the Las Vegas Sphere.With Styles’ new image now confirmed, fans have begun to speculate on the possible cause for his decision to cut off his famous locks.

Mariah Carey has revealed in an interview what her favourite Christmas song of all time is – and it is not ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’.In an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show on Wednesday (November 15), the singer was asked for her own yuletide favourite, and the title that came to mind was not her 1994 classic.“I have to say, my favourite all-time Christmas song is Nat ‘King’ Cole’s version of ‘[The] Christmas Song’, that’s my favourite,” the singer admitted.‘The Christmas Song’, which is known for its refrain of “chestnuts roasting on an open fire”, was written in 1945 by Robert Wells and Mel Tormé, and was recorded a number of times by Cole, most successfully in 1961.In addition, Hudson pressed Carey for her favourite festival films, to which she replied: “I love Elf” and “I like Miracle on 34th Street, the original one,” referring to the 1947 version.Carey’s ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ and Wham!’s ‘Last Christmas’ both re-entered the UK Singles Chart earlier than ever this year, with the two festive classics reaching number 40 and 37 respectively this weekend (November 10).It is likely that both songs, as well as others, will remain in the charts throughout the lead up to Christmas over the coming weeks.Back in 2020, Carey’s ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ became a UK Number One for the first time ever, 26 years after it was first released.“Happy Christmas UK!! We finally made it!!!,” the singer said at the time. “We are keeping the Christmas spirit alive together despite how dismal the year’s been.

Bradley Cooper has revealed that he spent six years learning how to conduct in the style of Leonard Bernstein for his new film Maestro.The upcoming biopic, which will be released on Netflix on November 24, centres on the relationship between the American composer and his wife Felicia Montealegre (played by Carey Mulligan). Cooper also directs the film, and co-produces alongside Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg.At a Los Angeles screening for Maestro, Cooper explained the lengths he went to in order to replicate Bernstein’s conducting style.

Meshuggah have been announced as the first headliner for ArcTanGent 2024 – see the line-up so far below.The independent festival is due to host its 10th anniversary edition at Fernhill Farm in Somerset between August 14-17.

Dolly Parton has shared that she has no interest in becoming the next US President, claiming that there have already been “enough boobs in the White House”.The country music icon spoke about the prospect of getting into politics in a new interview with Metro, where she was promoting the upcoming release of her star-studded 49th studio album, ‘Rockstar’.Here, she was asked about the new track ‘World On Fire’ – which sees her reveal her frustration at lying politicians and at the general state of politics across the US – and whether a ‘Dolly For President’ movement would help get things back on track.“No. I don’t think anybody could actually do a great job at that.

Oliver Anthony has announced a run of UK and Ireland live dates for 2024.The ‘Rich Men North of Richmond’ singer will make stops in Glasgow, Manchester, London, Belfast and Dublin between February 7 and 13 – see the full details below. Tickets go on general sale at 10am GMT this Friday (November 17), and you can order them here.The dates will be part of the Virginia singer-songwriter’s first international headline tour, which is also set to take in Europe and Australia.‘Rich Men North of Richmond’ became a viral sensation in August, reaching Number One in the US Charts, making Anthony the first artist to debut at that spot without any previous chart entries.

Taylor Swift “wasn’t too happy” about postponing one of her shows in Buenos Aires recently.The pop star is currently on the Latin American leg of her huge ‘Eras Tour’. Last week (November 10), she was forced to push back her second scheduled date in Argentina by two days due to bad weather.“I love a rain show but I’m never going to endanger my fans or my fellow performers and crew,” Swift wrote in a post on social media to announce the delayed concert.It was previously reported that some ticketholders had been camping outside the River Plate Stadium in Buenos Aires since June in a bid to get a good spot in the audience at the gigs.Speaking on the latest edition of his New Heights podcast, Kelce – who is currently dating Swift – spoke about how the singer felt after moving the show at the last minute (watch below).“She wasn’t too happy about it, obviously.

Bikini Kill have announced details of a UK and Europe tour to take place next summer.The riot grrrl pioneers will play a series of eleven shows in June, including a headline set at London’s Roundhouse on June 12. Tickets go on general sale at midday on Friday (November 17).

Stephen Colbert has made his feelings clear about the prospect of a second Donald Trump presidency, describing the former US leader as a “fascist”.During an impassioned speech on The Late Show, Colbert reminded audiences of the multiple charges currently levelled against Trump, while also asking them to imagine the “horror” of what the country would be like if “this hate-filled dingus” were to be re-elected.“People talk about him a lot, and because people are talking about him, we talk about him – like, say, the 91 charges he’s facing,” Colbert said (via The Guardian). “Which is, technically speaking, a lot of charges.“But as much as all of us talk and think about this numbnut, every so often, it’s really important to, let’s say metaphorically, jam the sharpened stick of knowledge into the soft inner thigh of your mind and just grind it around a little bit to try to reawaken the horror of what our country would be like if this hate-filled dingus and his soulless goons ever got a hold of power again.”“Because, and I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but Donald Trump is a fascist,” he continued.To support his characterization, Colbert noted that the former president had once referred to “vermin” that he wanted to “root out” on the campaign trail.“First, that’s dehumanizing his fellow Americans.

kaṣmīmī, which translates to “as if in the heart.” In astrological terms, a cazimi transpires when a planet is in close or exact conjunction with the sun, right in the infernal heart of it, if you will. A Mars cazimi occurs when the jock planet of action and aggression, coitus and conflict is within one degree of the GOAT star in our solar system.A cazimi is a solar amplifier, wherein the inherent energy of a planet is hyped and heightened by its proximity to the sun.Unlike Mercury cazimis, which occur several times each year, and Venus cazimis, which align every nine months, Mars joins the sun roughly every two years and this go round the punch is packed. Why? Mars is the ancient ruler of Scorpio and its favorite place to flex.

Alec Baldwin firing prop guns and speaking with the crew about firearm safety — telling one person to move away from the camera because “I don’t want to shoot towards you.”The videos, obtained and published by NBC News on Wednesday, were reportedly filmed days before the actor fired a live round and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in October 2021.The previously unseen footage, about seven minutes in five clips, emerged a day before a grand jury is scheduled to consider new involuntary manslaughter charges against Baldwin.One of the videos reportedly shows him lying on the ground and telling someone to move to the “other side of the camera” because “I don’t want to shoot towards you.”In another video, Baldwin ​asks for a blanket to be placed next to him and he uses it as a landing pad after tossing the pistol aside.The actor also is seen in character firing a prop gun before he runs out of dummy rounds.“One more, one more, one more. Right away, right away, let’s reload,” Baldwin says, apparently in an attempt to keep the scene moving, according to the video published by NBC News.

HBO’s “Euphoria” and “The Idol,” died Sunday after suffering a medical emergency while he was driving, according to a report. Turen, 44, was behind the wheel of his Tesla when his health suddenly took a turn for the worse, prompting his 10-year-old son to act fast and steer them to safety, TMZ reports.The producer’s father, Edward Turen, and close friend, Michael Heller, told the outlet that the horrific ordeal took place on the California freeway as the pair drove home from a tennis tournament.Edward and Heller explained that Kevin’s car was on autopilot mode at the time of the incident.Kevin was pronounced dead after being rushed to hospital.

relying on the help of a caneon multiple occasions.Last June, Osbourne underwent “life-altering” surgery to remove and realign pins in his neck and back from a 2003 quad biking accident that was exacerbated by a 2019 fall.The “Heaven and Hell” singer has undergone three operations, stem cell treatments, physical therapy and Hybrid Assistive Limb treatment.His wife, Sharon Osbourne, 71, described the surgery as “a major operation” that would “determine the rest of his life.”Osbourne was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2003 but waited to go public with his diagnosis in January 2020.He described that living with Parkinson’s felt like he was “walking around in lead boots.”In September, the Brit said he’s not looking to go under the knife anymore.“I can’t believe I’ve come to the end of it,” he told Piers Morgan on Talk TV. “It’s been five years of absolute hell for me and the family.”“It is going to be the final surgery because I can’t do it any more,” he said in an episode of “The Osbournes Podcast” recorded a day before his latest procedure.“Regardless of how it ends up, after tomorrow, that’s it.

“Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy’s Fight for Survival” — out Nov. 28 — detailed how Harry and William, the heir to the throne, feuded as their late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, was taking her final breaths.Palace insiders tore into Scobie’s claims that William “ignored” his brother’s desperate calls as he raced to be at the Queen’s bedside in Balmoral last September.“It appears no matter what happens behind closed doors, even in a time of such pain and grief, that where the royal family are concerned it will one day emerge,” a royal insider told the Mirror.“Nothing is off limits with William and Kate appearing to be this author’s number one target.

in an Instagram reel, a house decked out in Christmas lights and crosses also has a projection of various scenes from “Friends” playing near the roof of the house, along with a screen on the side of the house that says “RIP Matthew Perry.” The instagram caption reads, “The one where we lose a friend. This one hurts, RIP Matthew Perry.” The house is located in Garden City, Michigan, and decorated by couple Christina and Kyle Bostick, 35 and 36. “My wife and I grew up in the 90’s watching ‘Friends.’ It has been one of our favorite shows to rewatch and we’re deeply saddened to hear the news,” Kyle told The Post.“We had a light show display set up for Halloween but wanted to somehow use it to create a tribute.

Fuming Emmerdale fans are threatening to “switch off” following the return of Aaron Dingle to the ITV soap.

Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell has been flooded with support as she took to social media revealing her dad's devastating cancer diagnosis on Thursday with her co-stars and fans sending all their love.

Three Scottish holiday lets have been named as among the best in the UK, taking home prizes at a prestigious award ceremony.

A bride has told how her family turned on her after she refused to give up her wedding venue to her pregnant sister. The woman had found her 'dream' venue and was busy planning her big day after getting engaged three years previously, as reported by The Mirror.

Party-starting, heart-stirring musical icon Pink has announced she will be returning to Glasgow in summer 2024 for the first time in five years as she makes an epic return to Hampden Park in June next year.

Almost two-thirds of Scotland’s seabird species have declined over the last 20 years, a worrying new census has found.

A new devolved benefit replacing Carer’s Allowance for people in Scotland is set to launch in three council areas from next week. People in Dundee City, Perth and Kinross and the Western Isles will be able to make a new claim to Social Security Scotland for the Carer Support Payment from Monday, November 20.

This time of year can be a nightmare for your hair, with low humidity, stormy winds and lashings of rain all leaving your tresses feeling dry and damaged. With so many big events on the horizon over the festive period, you’re going to want your hair to be looking – and feeling – its best, which is why now is the perfect time to step up your haircare routine and give it a helping hand.

Paul Burrell has shared some happy news in an update on his prostate cancer, admitting that he feels "more emotional than usual".The former Royal butler has been battling cancer over the past year after medical checks for the All Stars series of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! lead to a diagnosis. Paul, 65, appeared on Thursday's Lorraine, where he beamed as he shared his good news with Lorraine Kelly and Dr Hilary Jones.

Royal insiders are said to be 'furious' at the string of claims that Prince William ignored his brother's texts as the late Queen lay dying in Balmoral last year. Author Omid Scobie shared revelations about Princes ­William and Harry’s feud during a time of personal grief for the Royal Family in his new book Endgame which is due out on November 28. According to The Mirror, the book claims: "Harry sent a text message to his brother asking how he and Kate planned to get to ­Scotland and whether they could travel together.

Hair extensions are making a comeback, but not in the way you might expect. While celebrities used to turn to them to transform their short hair into luscious, flowing lengths, they're now using them to create this season's trendiest hairstyle: the bob. The above-the-shoulder cut has had a major comeback this year, and no longer is it seen as a 'mumsy' length that simply saves styling time in the morning.The new-season bob is thick, razor-sharp, perfectly styled and ultra-chic – and you only need to look to celebrities like Frankie Bridge, Chloe Burrows and Zendaya to see that this is true.

Dec Donnelly and his wife Ali enjoyed a romantic date night in Australia on Thursday, as the TV presenter continues to enjoy some downtime with his family ahead of the launch of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! Dec, 48, landed in Brisbane last weekend ready for this year's series, which he will present alongside co-star and best pal Ant McPartlin, 47, with filming beginning on Friday ready for the first live episode on Sunday. Dec has been joined by his wife Ali, 44, and their two children, Isla, five, and one year old Jack, in Australia, with the family spending some quality time together before Dec commences filming.

It's the Black Friday sale that beauty fans have been waiting for; Charlotte Tilbury has just revealed its seasonal offers, and they include money off everything and early deals. If you've been eagerly waiting to see if Charlotte Tilbury will be running any discounts this Black Friday then you're in luck, as we've just had all the details about what's coming up.

It seems Angela Rippon's days on Strictly Come Dancing are numbered if the latest odds from bookmakers are anything to go by. After two dance-offs, the former Come Dancing host is favourite to be eliminated this weekend alongside pro dancer Kai Widdrington.

Emmerdale fans have said they 'can't watch it' as they continued to share their dismay over Aaron Dingle's personality change. The character returned to the village last month after being forced back by his uncle Cain Dingle from Italy where he was getting himself into some serious trouble.

Paramount CEO Bob Bakish has long touted “hard bundles,” the hybrid carriage agreements found in Europe and other international markets that weave streaming into conventional pay-TV packages.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV Editor Paramount Global saw a third-quarter profit hike thanks to new revenue from its streaming and film operations even as its largest business, linear TV, grappled with flat distribution revenue and a downturn in advertising dollars. The New York owner of CBS, the Paramount movie studio and the Nickelodeon cable network said revenue rose 3% during the period, largely due to a 38% increase in its streaming business and a 14% hike from its film division, which benefitted from the latest releases in the “Mission Impossible” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” franchises.

Paramount has completed the $1.62 billion sale of book publisher Simon & Schuster to investment firm KKR, nearly a year after a richer sale to Penguin Random House ran aground over regulatory issues.