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As they unloaded their belongings at their new home, they stopped to introduce themselves. They were met with just two words: "F*** off." The neighbour was Liam Bain, setting the tone for five years of hell.

Chinos are potentially the ultimate smart but casual trouser for when the weather heats up. They can be worn to the office, while running errands on the weekend or even on holiday when the temperature takes a slight dip in the evening.

David Beckham's hopes for a knighthood could be up in the air, according to a new book delving into his previous tax affairs.

The family of a Scotland fan who was injured in a serious crash in Germany have rushed to his hospital bedside.

Marta Balaga Spanish Animation is ready for more international collaborations in the near future, but there is one stipulation: “Passion is mandatory,” said Hampa Studio’s Álvaro García González. Behind “The Treasure of Barracuda,” the company is currently eyeing Latin America. “Anybody who makes animation needs passion.

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Naman Ramachandran Iranian filmmaker Marjan Khosravi, winner of multiple awards for her shorts, is bowing her first feature-length film, “Requiem for a Tribe,” at the Shanghai International Film Festival. The film is in the documentary competition and eligible for a Golden Goblet. Khosravi has an awards-laden career.

Shanghai International Film Festival represent a showcase of directors who are also known-quantities, but who are worthy of higher profiles. (The festival’s Asian Talent selection has a further selection of six more directors seeking to break through.) The competition quartet fall into two pairs (a seventh and eighth generation maybe): the latest works of Guan Hu and the rarely seen Gu Changwei on one hand; and a younger generation of auteurs, Wei Shujun and Zhang Dalei. Guan is in need of rehabilitation after his 2019 war film was selected as the Shanghai festival’s opening film but experienced a last-minute cancellation due to the intervention of unforeseen layers of censorship.

Marta Balaga The mystery has been solved, but “The Gathering” is far from done. “We would love a second season. I am just going to put it out there,” executive producer Laura Cotton tells Variety.

Jenny S. Li Six first or second-time directors from China take up the majority of the 11 slots in the Shanghai International Film Festival’s Asian New Talents section. While family drama is the dominant genre, Variety takes a look what they are serving up: Adapted from the book of the same name, Wang Xinrui’s “Dreaming of Mother and Home” depicts the drama of an adult daughter and her mother who is struggling through the last stages of life.

Michael Ouweleen, president of Cartoon Network, Boomerang and Adult Swim, a major force behind the rise of adult animation, has signalled at Annecy the company’s intention to ramp up its presence in Europe and international markets at large. “We very much want to see Adult Swim originals coming from anywhere in the world,” Ouweleen told Variety at the French festival. The stars are aligning for the overseas drive.

Holly Jones The minimal and subliminal converge in Swiss artist Yves Netzhammer‘s Annecy Contrechamp title “Journey of Shadows” (“Reise der Schatten”). Netzhammer, who made his feature debut with “Journey,” is well known for his work in sculpture, animation, mixed-media and video, all of which informed his animated project and abstract rendering of the human condition. “I’ve developed many animation works for installations over the last few years.

Naman Ramachandran Far from the bright lights of Bollywood, the indomitable Indian documentary filmmaking industry has been making waves globally. The recent past has several examples of India‘s international success.

Royal Blood have spoken to NME at Download Festival 2024 and discussed what it was like to revisit their self-titled debut 10 years on, as well as reflecting on their time on the road with Queens Of The Stone Age.The duo – comprised of frontman and bassist Mike Kerr and drummer Ben Thatcher – caught up with NME at this year’s edition of the festival, shortly before they took to the main stage for a career-spanning set.Not only did the slot mark their first time back at the festival in a decade, it also came as the two are ready to play some intimate London shows, celebrating the 10th anniversary of their self-titled debut album.In the conversation, the duo told NME about what it was like to look back at their debut album this far down the line, and how they perceive it now compared to their latest release, 2023’s ‘Back To The Water Below’. They also recall their time on the road and growing friendship with Queens Of The Stone Age, who they first joined forces with back in 2017 and recently joined on the road earlier this year, as they toured across the US.NME: Hi Royal Blood, what’s it like to be back at Download?Mike Kerr: “It’s great to be back, we haven’t been here in 10 years, but I actually played here with my first band in 2008, around then.

The Black Keys have announced they have signed to new management following a public split from their former team.The band recently took to social media to claim they were “fucked” after their North American tour was cancelled and they split from their management on June 7. The Black Keys were due to play their ‘International Players Tour’ in the US and Canada from September to November this year, but it was reported late last month that the entire run of gigs had been abruptly scrapped, with no explanation provided.Amidst speculation the cancellation was due to low ticket sales, the band opened up about the tour, saying it was axed and re-planned in favour of smaller theatre venues as featured on their recent European dates.Billboard went on to report that the band had split from their management team, Irving Azoff and Steve Moir of Full Stop Management, in what was described as an “amicable parting”.Now, Rolling Stone have reported that The Black Keys have signed to Red Light Management, whose clients include The Dave Matthews Band, The Strokes and Chris Stapleton.

Sam Smith and Alicia Keys have joined forces for a duet of Smith’s ‘I’m Not The Only One’ – watch it below.Smith was celebrating the 10th anniversary of his debut album ‘In The Lonely Hour’, which went on to make Smith the only artist to sell one million albums in the US and UK.To commemorate the anniversary, Smith hosted a karaoke party at NYC’s gay bar Julius’, with drag queen Lady Bunny serving as the night’s emcee and DJ. Smith also unveiled a surprise duet with Alicia Keys, which they called “a dream come true.”In response, Keys said: “This is amazing.

It hasn't been an easy year for the Royal Family with the King and the Princess of Wales' cancer diagnoses - but Prince Louis will have something happier to look forward to this weekend with Trooping the Colour. William and Kate's youngest child has made no secret of his love of military planes and helicopters, so he is sure to be feeling excited about the key event in the royal calendar on Saturday, 15 June.Trooping the Colour involves 1,400 marching soldiers, 200 horses and 400 musicians in a spectacle that draws huge crowds to Buckingham Palace, but it seems six-year-old Louis' gaze will be firmly fixed on the sky if previous appearances are anything to go by.

All eyes are on the Royal Family today (June 15) as it marks the highly-anticipated Trooping the Colour parade - but three very important people are said to be on their 'best behaviour'. Prince William and Kate Middleton arrived in a carriage with her children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis who all appeared in high spirits as they smiled to onlookers.

Kate Middleton was seen comforting her daughter, Princess Charlotte, after she had a minor slip on the balcony of Buckingham Palace in 2018. While she stood in front of her mum, the Duchess of Cambridge, and her dad, Prince William, waving right on cue, at one point the little royal appeared to stumble backwards - as if she fell off a small step she was standing on.

The Princess of Wales has been seen arriving at today's Trooping the Colour ceremony for the first time since her cancer diagnosis, wearing a white Jenny Packham outfit and hat paired with pearl cluster earrings that the Royal previously wore on another significant family event. Kate Middleton is wearing the Cavolfiore earrings from jewellery designer Cassandra Goad, which retail for £5,620.The Princess previously wore these earrings for Prince Louis' christening back in 2018, when she paired them with a cream outfit and statement headband.The earrings, which are made from 18ct yellow gold with pearl and diamonds and are inspired by baskets of fruit, so says the jewellers' website, perfectly complement the Princess' chic and simple outfit.

EastEnders fans have been left devastated after the show said a final farewell to character Keanu Taylor after he was killed off. Fans took to social media to brand the move a 'mistake' as they expressed their sadness at seeing Danny Walters' role on the show come to an end.Thursday’s episode of the BBC soap on June 13 showed the funeral of Keanu, who was murdered last Christmas.The official EastEnders account posted one last farewell to the star, stating: "Tonight we said a final farewell to Keanu Taylor. He’ll be hugely missed but not forgotten.Take a look back at some of his most memorable moments on The Square." Viewers were quick to show their disappointment and sadness over the decision in the comments section, with one person writing: “A terrible mistake to get rid of him.” "So sad, cried through the epi.

In her first public appearance since her cancer diagnosis, Kate Middleton looked glowing as she arrived in a carriage with her children - Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis - to celebrate this year's Trooping the Colour. As Kate arrived, alongside her husband, Prince William, and Adrianne Carter, body language expert at The Face Whisperer, exclusively told OK! that the Princess of Wales was "very relaxed." She said: "Kate arrived with the children and was looking very relaxed and enjoying herself in the first glimpse we have of her.

Four men who were arrested after a huge drugs lab was uncovered have been released on bail, Greater Manchester Police confirmed.

The body positive community is pushing boundaries on Instagram, with an impressive online surge.

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford's future at the club has triggered a swirl of rumours that Michael Owen has dismissed as "b*****ks".

Former Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell has sadly died at the age of 54.

Normani has spoken out about the pressure to release her delayed debut album.The former Fifth Harmony member has been teasing her debut since 2018, but struggled to produce her highly-anticipated debut album for fans. She even alluded to the long wait time when teasing the album earlier this year in her website address, ‘wheresthedamnalbum.com’.Now, the singer has spoken out on the reasons for its lengthy delay, partially owing to both her parents being diagnosed with cancer.In a new interview withThe Guardian, Normani shared that her mother Andrea was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020, 19 years after remission.

Taylor Swift has debuted a surprise mashup of Calvin Harris‘ ‘This Is What You Came For’ and ‘Gold Rush’ in Liverpool – watch it below.The superstar was playing her second night at Anfield Stadium, where she arrived at the surprise song portion of her billion-dollar grossing ‘Eras’ tour.Speaking to the crowd, Swift then said: “Every single time I have an acoustic set, I’m always trying to think of things you might want to hear — maybe things that might be a little bit unexpected,” the pop superstar told the crowd. “Let’s see how we did tonight.”She went on to debut Harris’ ‘This Is What You Came For’, which she helped co-write when they were dating at the time.

Tove Lo and SG Lewis have teamed up for a new collaborative EP ‘Heat’ – inspired by their fans in the queer community. Check out our interview with the duo below.Released yesterday (June 14), the four-track dance project came with four interlinked music videos directed by David Wilson, who has previously worked with Lady Gaga and Christine And The Queens.

The Smashing Pumpkins, has spoken about the “mind-blowing” experience of playing her first shows with the band over the last week.In April, the band announced Wong as their new guitarist, after conducting a search that saw them receive over 10,000 public applications for the role.The position came up after longtime guitarist Jeff Schroeder announced he was leaving the band last October. After narrowing down the applications, a small group of finalists auditioned in person in Los Angeles in March, with Wong coming out on top.Last Friday (June 7), the band kicked off their joint UK tour with Weezer in Birmingham.

King Charles and Queen Camilla have left Buckingham Palace in a carriage as Trooping the Colour gets under way in London.The King, who first attended the royal event when he was two years old, was seen riding in a carriage - as opposed to the traditional horseback - due to his cancer treatment.The King was seen waving a gloved hand to the crowds gathered to watch the procession.The Queen, wearing a large brimmed hat and seated to his left, was also seen waving. Crowds of people have gathered outside Buckingham Palace ahead of Trooping the Colour, with many holding Union flags.

Millwall goalkeeper Matija Sarkic has tragically died at the age of 26 after falling ill.The Grimsby-born Montenegro international - who played for a string of British clubs including Aston Villa, Wolves, Birmingham City and Stoke City - is reported to have become ill at an apartment in the town of Budva after being on international duty. His friends immediately called for an ambulance but he died around 6:30am local time on Saturday.The sportsman started Montenegro's 2-0 friendly defeat to Belgium last Thursday and was named man of the match after making an impressive nine saves.The goalkeeper spent time in Belgian giants Anderlecht's academy as a youngster before joining Villa.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are always centre stage when they step out in public.The media spotlight on them only intensifies when they're joined by other royals. So, it's hardly shocking that as we near this year's Trooping the Colour – celebrating King Charles' official birthday on Saturday, 15 June 15 – a rather telling video from the 2019 ceremony has popped up again on social media.

Princess Anne has again been given a key role at Saturday's Trooping the Colour, as a token of appreciation for her years of unwavering loyalty.The Princess Royal, 73, will join the procession on 15 June as the esteemed 'Gold-Stick-in-Waiting', a title given to the person who is responsible for the personal safety of the monarch. As a 'personal aide-de-camp' to her brother, Anne will ride on horseback alongside her nephew, Prince William, 41, and brother, Prince Edward, 60 – wearing her uniform as Colonel of the Blues and Royals and carrying a gold stick.They will ride behind the 75 year old King, who will be joining the parade that celebrates his official birthday each year in a carriage for the first time, following recent treatment for cancer.

During his second appearance at Trooping the Colour, young Prince Louis gave an adorable and charming tribute to his dad, Prince William. While it's been two years since the gesture, it's a fond memory among royal fans who are hoping to witness something similar at this year's ceremony to mark the official birthday of King Charles on Saturday, 15 June.Two years ago, Prince Louis, who was four years old at the time, was spotted riding in the horse-drawn carriage with his siblings, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, alongside their mum the Princess of Wales and Queen Camilla.They led the first royal carriage procession to the Horse Guards Parade.

Despite tying the knot just last year, it looks like things are well and truly over for musician Billy Ray Cyrus and his wife, Firerose as the 62 year old has asked for a temporary restraining order.The country singer has sought to stop Firerose, whose real name is Johanna Rose Hodges, from using his credit cards after she allegedly racked up $96,986 (£77K) in unauthorised charges over a few weeks. Now, just weeks after filing for divorce, Billy Ray has filed for an emergency motion at a Tennessee court on Thursday, 13 June, seeking a temporary restraining order.This is reportedly in a bid to prevent his estranged wife from any "unauthorised" use of his personal and business credit cards and accounts.