Tom Cruise Paraglides Off Of A Mountain In The U.K. For ‘Mission: Impossible 8’ Stunt

John Swinney has said "intense dialogue" needs to take place between unions and Cosla to end the current bin strikes across Scotland.

The jubilant Rangers players enjoyed a well-earned celebration in the Phillips Stadium away dressing room after seeing off PSV Eindhoven.

A dynamic Wishaw duo are taking on a monster fitness challenge in aid of a Wishaw-based suicide prevention charity.

Police are appealing for the assistance from the public in tracing a missing Paisley man.

Tynecastle is set to host a huge European night this evening as Hearts welcome Zurich in the second leg of the Europa League playoff.

Take your mind back 27 years ago (we know) to 1995, when the Britpop movement was arguably at its apex. 

Annika Pham New Europe Film Sales has added U.K. distributor Signature Entertainment to the slew of global buyers won over by Guðmundur Arnar Guðmundsson’s “Beautiful Beings,” which has racked up awards from Poland, Bulgaria, Italy and Taiwan, since its first bow at the last Berlinale Panorama. Earlier deals were closed with the U.S. (Altered Innocence), Hungary (Vertigo), Benelux (Arti Film), Germany/Austria (Salzgeber), Spain (Filmin), and CEE (HBO).Billed by Variety reviewer Jessica Kiang as an “Icelandic coming-of age, radiant with violence and tenderness,” Guðmundsson’s drama revolves around a young boy raised by a clairvoyant mother who decides to adopt a bullied misfit into his gang of outsiders. 

After what feels like the hiatus of a lifetime, the Manchester Pride parade is finally coming back to the streets of the city centre for the first time since 2019 in what is set to be a glimmering ray of colour, celebration and activism.

A new pub has opened in the Northern Quarter, taking over an iconic venue which sadly shut down after struggling with the Covid pandemic earlier this year. The Mancunian Bar opened towards the end of last month on Oldham Street in the Northern Quarter, with a mural dedicated to the city on the wall and serving local beers and more.

Sky has greenlit documentaries on England World Cup winner Geoff Hurst, serial killer Fred West and music producer Phil Spector. Scroll down for the full slate below.

Blake Lively is renowned for setting the red carpet alight in an array of dazzling gowns, but on Wednesday, the star surprised fans with a rare bikini snap.READ: Blake Lively's iconic $2m engagement ring from Ryan Reynolds holds a special secretTaking to Instagram, the 35-year-old posted a stunning snap of herself rocking an all-white ensemble consisting of a ballerina-style wrap top, and a pair of ring detail bikini bottoms.WATCH: Ryan Reynolds sweetly does Blake Lively's hairThe actress wore her wavy blonde tresses loose around her shoulders for the ultimate surfer girl aesthetic. Posing beside a palm tree-lined pool, Blake appeared in high spirits as she soaked up the sunshine and beamed for the camera.RELATED: Loved Blake Lively's Met Gala makeup? She used this £26 lipstickMORE: Blake Lively steals the spotlight from husband Ryan Reynolds in hilarious Valentine's Day videoPaying tribute to Grease legend Olivia Newton John, Blake simply captioned her post: "Summer lovin' …had me a blast." The actress showed off her svelte physiqueHer fans raced to weigh in on the post, with one writing: "You're sooo beautiful," while a second remarked: "Such a goddess," followed by a red heart emoji."Ok queen, I see you're getting ready for your birthday tomorrow," penned a third, and a fourth added: "Why is she permanently perfect." The lovebirds share three children togetherBlake's swimwear snap comes after she treated her fans to a glimpse of family life alongside her children.

EXCLUSIVE: The Outlaws star Charles Babalola is set to headline Showtime’s King Shaka, (fka Shaka: King of the Zulu Nation), executive produced by Antoine Fuqua.

is under investigation in NYC after he was accused of raping his friend in 2017.Ratray, who played Buzz McCallister in the hit 1990 film, allegedly attacked Lisa Smith at his Manhattan apartment five years ago, according to CNN.Smith claimed the 45-year-old actor drugged her before sexually assaulting her. She filed a police report shortly after the alleged ordeal.Ratray denied all allegations against him and told the outlet he “did not have sex” with Smith.Ratray was last year arrested on domestic violence charges in an unrelated incident after he was accused of trying to strangle his then-girlfriend.He was later released on a $25,000 bond and pleaded not guilty.After his arrest in December, Smith began wondering why her case was not being investigated.According to CNN, the case was shelved because police thought Smith didn’t want to press charges against Ratray.Smith is now “in touch” with officials who are handling the case.

Phil Spector.Titled Spector, the upcoming four-part series will explore his conviction for the murder of actress Lana Clarkson in 2009.One of the most influential music producers of the 20th century, Spector worked with everyone from The Beatles and John Lennon to the Ramones and Celine Dion, as well being the driving force behind many era-defining songs.An official description of the docuseries reads: “In the early hours of February 3rd, 2003, a 911 call was placed to the Alhambra, California Police Department reporting the fatal shooting of a woman. The location, an eccentric French chateau style mansion known as The Pyrenees Castle, was the home of legendary music producer Phil Spector.

Britney Spears has said that she’s feeling “overwhelmed” as she prepares to end her six-year hiatus to release a new collaboration with Elton John.The team-up – titled ‘Hold Me Closer’ – includes an interpolation of the chorus from John’s 1971 classic ‘Tiny Dancer’, and is due to arrive tomorrow (August 26). It’ll mark Spears’ first material since her most recent album, 2016’s ‘Glory’ (an outtake from that record, ‘Swimming In The Stars’, came out in late 2020).Taking to Twitter today (August 25), the singer wrote: “Okie dokie … my first song in 6 years!!!! It’s pretty damn cool that I’m singing with one of the most classic men of our time … [Elton John].“I’m kinda overwhelmed… it’s a big deal to me !!! I’m meditating more and learning my space is valuable and precious !!!”Spears continued: “I’m learning everyday is a clean slate to try and be a better person and do what makes me happy … yes I choose happiness today.

Brooklyn Beckham took part in an impromptu Instagram Live on Thursday and spoke to over 4,000 of his followers about his career, his favourite London restaurants and his tattoo collection, amongst many more things.MORE: Brooklyn Beckham divides fans with latest recipe after hinting chef career enables his luxury lifestyleDavid and Victoria Beckham's eldest son didn't hold back and in the 20-minute chat, addressed the criticism over his cooking career.WATCH: Brooklyn Beckham's touching gesture for Nicola Peltz's grandmother revealedThe former budding photographer shared his latest recipe on his Instagram earlier this week, and fans were left shocked over his decision to make a "fresh pizza" with many commenting that he was "not a chef, just a cook".READ: Brooklyn Beckham reveals marriage advice from parents David and VictoriaMORE: Nicola Peltz celebrates exciting news with fans after Brooklyn's emotional confessionAfter one fan asked him during the live if he was a chef, the 23-year-old candidly revealed that he wasn't. Brooklyn answered fans' questions on Thursday"I am not a chef, I am a cook," he said, before adding: "I just absolutely love cooking and starting from the very bottom and you know, learning, I'm going to be learning every day."Nicola Peltz's husband did, however, tease at a possible new career if cooking doesn't work out, and his mum Victoria is bound to be delighted.After saying that he wasn't sure what else to say, Nicola read out a comment that asked if he could sing.

A consumer watchdog has warned that if the government doesn't increase the energy bill discount it could risk pushing millions of households into financial uncertainty.

Manchester United have received another positive update regarding the future of transfer target Antony as Ajax are reportedly willing to 'compromise' over the player's transfer fee.

A historic building close to Bury’s Gigg Lane stadium has been granted permission to be converted into several houses of multiple occupation (HMO flats). Heaton House, on Brierley Street, Fishpool, which was previously used as a Rathbone skills training centre, can now be transformed into six HMOs to house 23 people.

A man was taken to hospital with injuries following a crash between a motorbike and car in Atherton. Police were called to a road traffic collision on Dorset Road at around 9.30pm last night (August 24).

A stretch of the M60 in Greater Manchester has been revealed as a likely 'blackspot' for queues of traffic this Bank Holiday weekend.

Adam Peaty's brother says the Strictly Come Dancing curse has nothing to do with his sibling's split from his girlfriend Eiri Munroe.The Olympic swimmer, 27, released a statement on social media announcing the split and apologised to Eiri and their son George for "letting them down." Now, his brother James has said he is aware of the reasons for the split – and it has nothing to do with the so-called "Strictly curse". James said he was not able to share the details, as he spoke with MailOnline about how his heartbroken sibling was fairing up following the relationship breakdown. He said: “He was in it over a year ago.

Amber Gill branded fellow Love Island star Brett Staniland a “little t**t” after he alleged she’d had a Brazilian butt lift (BBL). Amber, 25, took to Instagram to share a gym snap where she donned a pair of black leggings as she showcased her figure while giving her 2.7 million Instagram followers the chance to “ask [her] anything”. After giving people the chance to send her a message, Brett allegedly trolled Amber – sparking her to call him out.

A federal jury has found that Los Angeles County must pay Kobe Bryant’s widow Vanessa 16 million dollars (£13.6 million) for emotional distress caused by emergency service workers taking and sharing pictures of the NBA star’s body. Kobe was travelling with 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others to a youth basketball game when the helicopter they were aboard crashed into hills in Calabasas west of Los Angeles on January 26, 2020.The nine jurors unanimously agreed with Vanessa and her attorneys that the photos invaded her privacy and caused emotional distress.