The Manchester seamstress keeping the traditions of Cottonopolis alive

Kerry Washington pays tribute to Rosa Parks for Black History Month in a unique way. The actress transformed herself into some trailblazing figures in history, including Rosa Parks, Olympian Wilma Rudolph, and supermodel Beverly Johnson.“Back with some more #BlackHERstory! This time celebrating THE Rosa Parks,” the star wrote, alongside a picture of her dressed as Parks. “A lot of people think that Rosa’s activism started with her refusing to give up her seat on the bus.

Keeping it in the family!

This is absolutely horrific — and especially so because it truly could happen to anybody.

Charley Taylor was a legendary Washington wide receiver who caught over 600 passes during his Hall of Fame career.  Charley Taylor was a legendary wide receiver for the Washington Commanders (formerly Redskins) who was the NFL’s all-time leading receiver when he retired in 1977. He was drafted by Washington in 1964 out of Arizona State and spent his entire NFL career with the club.

Hair and skincare and makeup, oh my! Drew Barrymore is a self proclaimed “beauty junkie” — and she’s discovered some pretty amazing tips, tricks and life-changing hacks while testing out her always-growing arsenal of products. 

national study by HelpAdvisor, which found that nearly 2 out of every 3 LGBTQ individuals experienced feelings of depression in the past two weeks, a rate that is 21% higher than individuals who are not part of the LGBTQ community.The study cited also found that, nationally, more than 1 in 5 LGBTQ people experience feelings of depression “nearly every day.” The reporter asked Noem why she thought South Dakota boasted the highest rate of depression among LGBTQ residents, to which the governor responded: “I don’t know. That makes me sad, and we should figure it out.”White House Deputy Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, who is a lesbian, shared the clip of Noem’s exchange with the reporters, tweeting: “Here’s a start for you, Governor. 1.

Keeping up with Keke Wyatt! The pregnant singer is adding an 11th child to her big brood.

Simon Cowell, 62, mourned the death of Jane “Nightbirde” Marczewski after her battle with cancer in social media posts on Tuesday February 22. The America’s Got Talent judge posted a photo of Nightbirde on his Instagram and wrote a touching tribute to the season 16 contestant following her passing at age 31 on Sunday February 20.

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America's Got Talent star Nightbirde and SB.TV founder Jamal Edwards passed away.READ: AGT's Nightbirde's family shares heartbreaking statement with bedside videoSimon was close with Nightbirde after she competed on AGT, even awarding her his golden buzzer that put her straight through to the semi-final. On Tuesday, the 62-year-old paid tribute to both acts on his Instagram feed in separate posts. In his post for Jamal, he shared a photo of the late star and wrote: "I had the pleasure of meeting Jamal.

Bindi Irwin and Robert Irwin to pay tribute to their dad on Instagram with throwback photos of happy times."Happy birthday Dad. I love you and I miss you more every single day," Robert captioned a photo of him riding a motorcycle with his father in the Australia Zoo. "My earliest memories are my fondest, thanks to you.

“Aziz Ansari is an incredible talent and, with this script, he brings a singular combination of insightful humor and pathos,” Searchlight presidents David Greenbaum and Matthew Greenfield said in a statement. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with him on his feature directorial debut which is long overdue, and of course working with the genius Bill Murray once again.”Taylor Friedman and Cameron Chidsey are overseeing the project for Searchlight Pictures.

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T In The Park and TRNSMT have announced the return of Scotland’s Connect Festival.The event will take place at the Royal Highland Centre near Edinburgh Airport from August 26-28, with the first acts due to be revealed shortly.Connect Festival was previously held at Inveraray Castle in Argyll in 2007 and 2008, with the line-up over the two years including Beastie Boys, LCD Soundsystem, Hot Chip and Primal Scream.While this new edition of Connect is not a camping festival, there will be luxury and boutique camping facilities available, including pre-pitched bell tents. There are also four hotels all within walking distance of the festival site.Connect Music Festival ~ 26-28 August 2022.

death of Miss Alabama 2021 Zoe Sozo Bethel revealed that the beauty queen reportedly attempted to die by suicide by leaping off a building in Miami, Florida.The Miami Police Department reported that the 27-year-old model had jumped from a seven-story condo in the Edgewater neighborhood, which left her in a coma for over a week before she succumbed to traumatic brain injuries, the Daily Mail reported. A week prior to her death, family members had reported that Bethel was involved in an unspecified “accident.” However, following a standard investigation, the Miami PD ruled the incident a suicide attempt.Bethel’s family members haven’t respond to the Post’s request for comment.The Alabama native’s death originally came to light via a statement her family posted to the pageant star’s Instagram page Sunday.“On Friday, February 18, 2022, at approximately 5:30AM Eastern time in Miami, Florida, our beloved Zoe Sozo Bethel passed from this life into the next as a result of succumbing to her injuries,” they wrote.

love to bloom.“I need a lover to keep me sane,” he pleaded in his latest wistful power ballad “Angel Baby,” released just last fall. Yet the forlorn Australian is still missing a love connection, even as Valentine’s Day beckoned just last week.“I do not have an ‘Angel Baby’ love,” the pop crooner told The Post when asked about his dating status in a recent interview. “No, unfortunately not.”As if the 26-year-old multi-hyphenate would have time for a boyfriend anyway with his career soaring right now.He stars in the new coming-of-age film “Three Months,” which premieres on Paramount+ on Wednesday, Feb.

in a statement on social media. “He was notable for his individuality, integrity and occasionally stubborn eccentricity.

Lil Durk has dropped the latest single from upcoming album 7220. "AHHH HA" is streaming below and arrives alongside news that the album release date has been pushed back.

direct to your inboxA gifted artist and well-known rough sleeper died of a heart infection and the effects of long-term drug abuse, an inquest heard.Clive Dalrymple, 52, was a popular figure on the streets of the city centre.

What do you think about the mini markets? Have your say in the comments below Coun Pat Karney, Manchester’s Christmas spokesperson, said: "We know people were so disappointed to hear this year’s Christmas Markets could not go ahead. "Public safety must be at the heart of everything we do, and we could not put on our usual world-class event while keeping people safe. "Since then, we have been looking at ways of supporting the Christmas traders at an important time of year for their businesses, while also attracting people to the city centre in a safe an manageable way. "Our Winter Markets have attracted some of the city’s - and region’s - top makers and traders, who provide a real alternative to the high street."The Piccadilly Gardens

What do you think of the plans? Have your say in the comments below Owners also considered converting the building into apartments or a hotel, but concluded both 'would result in harm to the listed building'.They say the office extension is necessary 'to make the proposals viable and financially support the required repairs and restoration of the building'.Built in 1932, the landmark was originally the head office and warehouses of textile company Rylands and Sons, and also housed a number of independent shops on the ground floor.It became a department store in 1959 when Pauldens moved in and took over the bottom five floors.In 1973, it was rebranded to Debenhams, which has traded there ever since.The building's upper floors retain many of

direct to your inboxThey were wearing suits for the first time in their career, even though it was a performance for radio.It was March 7th 1962 and they sang three cover versions - Dream Baby; Memphis Tennessee; and Please Mister Postman.The recording made at the Playhouse Theatre in Hulme, Manchester, for the show, 'Teenager's Turn - Here We Go', was broadcast the next day on the BBC Light Programme.It was the first ever radio recording of The Beatles - featuring Pete Best on drums.Seven months later Love Me Do was released, Ringo Starr had replaced Pete, and they were on the cusp of global fame.And the building in Chichester Street, Hulme, next to another theatre, the Hippodrome, had cemented its place in the history of the most famous

online. Who doesn't want a festive walk through the woods at this time of year.Families can grab an activity sheet and enjoy this Winter Wonderland Walk of Light organised by the Friends of Broad Oak Primary School PTA.The event is running daily in Didsbury's Stenner Woods from December 5 to January 4.Along the trail you'll see a collection of artwork created by pupils from the school.It's a free event, but a donation of £1 towards the PTA's fundraising is suggested.

A new theatre is preparing to open in Manchester in the new year, providing a Covid-safe way for locals to get their culture fix.The DriveINSIDE theatre - which had to postpone its launch because of the spike in coronavirus cases this autumn - also has plans to create 1000 jobs for the region.The drive-in theatre will open next spring at the Trafford Centre and will be permitted to operate even in Tier 3 restrictions.Theatre-goers will be greeted by a 'theatrical drive jockey' who will guide them to their dedicated, isolated area.Each booking will be given its own parking space and adjacent viewing area beneath a 68,000 sq ft marquee that will be the largest in Europe.Visitors will be asked to leave their vehicles on the driver's side to

Manchester soap for six weeks. The actor held sittings for Michael in January and February.Michael, who achieved a fine art and art history degree in 2018, taught himself to paint in the traditional style while studying at the Manchester School of Art. Adhering to the government’s health and safety guidelines for TV production, Bill was filmed by the chat show This Morning unveiling the portrait.William said: “I cannot thank ITV enough for their wonderful anniversary gift."It is an honour to have a portrait painted and is always a joyful reminder of my 60 years in Coronation Street, something that I will always treasure.

SAVE "is dismayed at the state of these fine buildings which could be reinstated as flats or spectacular private homes and urges the council to work with the owner to try and find a solution before it is too late." In the days when journalists could speak without fuss, and a municipal meltdown, directly to town hall officials in Salford, I would regularly meet David Johnston, the director of education and leisure.He eventually crossed the river to do the same job for Manchester.But before he moved we met to discuss the good, bad, and scandalous occurring in his department in the beautiful grandeur of his office on Chapel Street.Compared to my MEN foxhole in Eccles, his office was the size of a small house, with high ceilings and rays of

city centre when a group of men tried to get in. One of them didn't have appropriate identification, so wasn't allowed in, Manchester Crown Court heard.

"According to these latest rules we can muscle in alongside the Christmas shoppers in all non-essential shops, go for a workout in the gym, get our hair done, and even go to a massage parlour - but we're not allowed to walk around our local art gallery, visit a museum, or sit in a socially distanced seat inside a Covid-secure cultural venue and enjoy a performance. "Our cultural venues here in Manchester are on their knees.

more about the thinking behind the roadmap here - as well as the scale of the challenge facing the city.

circulating on social media. The bookshop, which neighbours Night & Day, confirmed the rumours of its closure today on Twitter, saying they will be 'sorry to go'.The shop will remain open for a while longer before closing its doors for good.It's a terrible loss for a corner of the city centre that is known worldwide for its independent retail.Illustrator Sonny Ross urged people to consider doing their Christmas shopping with Magma, saying: "When I was like 17 magma agreed to stock my zines.