Wondery’s Dolphin Sex Scandal Podcast: ‘Hooked on Freddie’ Host on the ‘Wild’ Story of a Man Falsely Accused of Sexually Assaulting a Dolphin

‘Godlike’ via Human Warfare, marking the group’s first full-length release without McMahon. Shortly afterwards, TAIM shared a statement on social media to announce the singer’s departure.“Our new album Godlike is now available worldwide digitally with an unforeseen change – Chris McMahon is no longer a part of Thy Art Is Murder and does not feature on the record,” the band wrote.“We understand that this may come as a surprise and we want to assure you that this decision was made to preserve the band’s integrity and direction.”According to Loudwire, McMahon recently faced criticism after he posted anti-trans content on his social media and commented in support of it.

A man was left seriously hurt after being attacked by a gang of males with metal poles in Salford Quays.

William Earl In a sprawling new profile with GQ, director Martin Scorsese discussed comic book and franchise culture, a topic which he has spoken out about at length in the past. When asked about those blockbusters, Scorsese said that their omnipresence could be negative to audiences who aren’t well-versed in other types of film. “The danger there is what it’s doing to our culture,” he said.

A gutted family has told how they missed the ENTIRE Ayr Show due to parking chaos – after a three and a half hour drive from Stonehaven.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Hablas robot? Spotify is testing out a way for podcasters to reach listeners in different languages, using artificial-intelligence technology that emulates the podcaster’s own voice. As part of the pilot, Spotify worked with a “select group” of podcasters — Dax Shepard and Monica Padman (“Armchair Expert”), Lex Fridman, Steven Bartlett (“The Diary of a CEO”) and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons — to generate AI-powered voice translations in other languages including Spanish, French and German for a few episodes.

Marks and Spencer have brought out a "cosy" aviator jacket that's perfect for autumn, and is very similar to a far more expensive design available at Whistles. Marksies' Faux Shearling Borg Lined Aviator Jacket has a "snug" borg lining - a sheepskin-like material that's very similar to shearling.This makes the jacket a perfect choice for colder days as winter approaches.The chocolate brown jacket is available in sizes 6-22, and is also available in black.The regular fit means it’s ideal for layering with chunky jumpers, and the asymmetric zip will help keep out the chill.The product hasn't been on sale for long, but already has seven rave reviews from happy customers.

A flight was forced to suddenly divert and land at Manchester Airport on Sunday (September 24) after a passenger suffered a medical emergency on board.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman died following a road crash involving an ambulance in the east end of Glasgow on Sunday September 24.

Studiocanal has named Patrick Schweitzer as CEO of its UK-based It’s a Sin and Years and Years producer Red Production Company.  An industry veteran, Schweitzer has worked across high-end television drama for 30 years. Prior to joining Red, he spent five years at Tall Story Pictures and executive produced such series as ITV’S Grace, Redemption, Bancroft season 2 and The Bay.  

Peter Kay has expressed interest in bringing back Phoenix Nights for a feature film.The comedian co-created and starred in the Channel 4 sitcom about a working men’s club in Bolton, which ran for two seasons from 2001 to 2002. It later spawned the 2004 spin-off Max And Paddy’s Road To Nowhere for six episodes.In his new book TV: Big Adventures On The Small Screen, Kay said he still writes down ideas for Phoenix Nights and suggested he’s considering bringing it back for a film.“I had an idea only today of Brian getting Young Kenny to paint an enormous letter ‘H’ on the roof of the club so he can advertise they’ve got a helicopter pad,” Kay wrote (via The Daily Mail).

Yard Act have confirmed details of a huge UK and European tour to take place in 2024 – see the dates below and buy tickets here.The Leeds band returned this summer with new single ‘The Trench Coat Museum’ and promises of a follow-up to their Mercury Prize-nominated 2022 debut album ‘The Overload’.The new tour will begin in March next year with 11 UK and Irish dates ending at London’s Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith.Then, they will head to the continent for a series of gigs that begin in Nantes on April 4 and wrap up on April 28 in Brussels.Pre-sale tickets for the tour will go on sale here from 10am BST on Wednesday (September 27), with a general sale beginning at the same time on Friday (September 29).Buy your tickets here and see the full list of Yard Act tour dates below.MARCH 202413 – Norwich, UEA14 – Nottingham, Rock City15 – Glasgow, O2 Academy16 – Manchester, O2 Apollo17 – Newcastle, Northumbria University19 – Belfast, Mandela Hall20 – Dublin, Vicar Street22 – Liverpool, Invisible Wind Factory23 – Bristol, O2 Academy25 – Brighton, Dome27 – London, Eventim ApolloAPRIL 20244 – Nantes, Stereolux5 – Paris, Cabaret Sauvage6 – Bordeaux, Rock School Barbey8 – Lisbon, Lav9 – Madrid, Mon11 – Barcelona, La 212 – Lyon, Le Transbordeur13 – Bologna, Locomotiv Club14 – Milan, Santeria Toscana 3116 – Zurich, Mascotte17 – Munich, Muffathalle18 – Berlin, Festsaal Kreuzberg20 – Stockholm, Slaktkyrkan24 – Hamburg, Uebel & Gefährlich25 – Amsterdam, Paradiso26 – Nijmegen, Doornrosie27 – Cologne, Kantine28 – Brussels, Les Nuits BotaniqueYard Act spoke about their second album in an interview with NME earlier this year, with frontman James Smith saying it concerns “getting everything you ever wanted and realising that the misery and

(G)I-DLE singer Yuqi has released a cover of American singer-songwriter JVKE’s ‘ghost town’.On September 23, the K-pop singer celebrated her 24th birthday with a cover of JVKE’s ‘ghost town’ and an accompanying visual as a gift to fans. Directed by Yuqi, the music video features her smiling for a camera on a set, though this is revealed to be a mask, and those around her do not notice her unhappiness.“I gotta get out of this ghost town / I gotta move on, gotta get going with my life / ‘Cause everything’s haunted by your ghost now / I gotta move on, I’m sick of this ghost town,” she sings in the chorus.Yuqi’s ‘ghost town’ clip comes half a year after the singer last shared a cover of Miley Cyrus’ ‘Flowers’, which was also accompanied by its own visual.

Transport bosses have apologised for some delays on buses on the first working day of the Bee Network caused by 'operational issues'.

Helen Skelton has shown her support for Catherine Tyldesley after she was seen continuing her 40th birthday celebrations. Last week, former Coronation Street star Cath shared how she celebrated the milestone occasion weeks after being caught up a 'cakegate' row.

Lucy Letby will face a retrial on an outstanding offence of attempted murder that jurors were unable to reach a verdict on.

Rylan Clark has given fans an update on his mum as he accompanied her on a hospital trip - and couldn't resist some 'banter'. The BBC Radio 2 host concerned fans earlier this month when he informed them that his beloved mum was not "in the best of health" following a "bad fall".

Political leaders have told the Prime Minister scrapping HS2 rail to Manchester would have 'massive ramifications' on the city region and the north west as a whole.

Alex Rae insists Rangers fans will demand more of Michael Beale and his players on home soil after their grind over the finishing line against Motherwell.

Taylor Swift has seemed to confirm her relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce, after she was spotted supporting him at a game. Taylor, 33, was pictured sitting in a private box with Travis' mum, Donna, wearing his team's colours, red and white, during the match – which comes after much speculation that the pair were dating.The 33 year old is a footballer for Kansas City Chiefs, who played against the Chicago Bears at the Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri yesterday, 24 September.Though neither have said anything about their speculated romance, the American footballer said that “no one actually knows what’s going on” and that “it’s hilarious” when he was interviewed on ESPN’s The Pat McAfee Show.

The heartbroken son and daughter of a man who died in a workplace accident in south Manchester have described him as the 'best father anyone could ask for' in a touching tribute.

Gary Neville has slammed Manchester City midfielder Rodri for his moment of "madness" during the victory over Nottingham Forest this weekend.

For those leaving school next year, choosing the right subjects in the right environment can be daunting but at Xaverian College there is a range of subjects, alongside a great selection of extracurricular activities and outstanding support, that are taught in the impressive surroundings of a university- style campus in the heart of Manchester.

Kelsey Parker has made a vow over her late husband Tom Parker after she spoke out about her new relationship before sharing the first picture of them together. The mum-of-two has gone 'Instagram official' new relationship, just over a year on from the tragic death of The Wanted star.

A storm is forecast to hit Greater Manchester later this week - with a weather warning for wind issued by the Met Office.

While a fairly quiet frame overall, there were some significant milestones this international box office session. To wit: New Line/Warner Bros’ The Nun II topped the $200M mark worldwide and Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan became the highest-grossing Bollywood movie ever in India, overtaking the star’s earlier 2023 movie, Pathaan.

Sinéad O’Connor premiered in the finale of the BBC TV show The Woman In The Wall this weekend.The show depicts the Magdalene Laundries of Ireland, institutions run by Roman Catholic orders between the 18th century and the 1990s which have been likened to labour camps for young mothers.Before her death at the age of 56 this summer, O’Connor gave the BBC the rights to an unreleased song called ‘The Magdalene Song’ for use in the series.On the track, which premiered at the climax of Sunday night’s (September 24) final episode of the show, O’Connor sings of the pain of losing a child and calls on her own experience of being in a similar institution from the age of 15.Discussing the track, her producer David Holmes told The Guardian: “The first half of the track is completely heartbreaking, and the second half is pure defiance.“I stripped the song away to just Sinéad’s voice and then let the full power come in for the second half. It’s incredible how the meaning of the song came together with this story It was just meant to be.

Dr Dre has discussed his history of assault and abuse towards women, stating that he “was out of [his] fucking mind.”Dre’s violent assault of former television show host Dee Barnes was detailed in a 1991 Rolling Stone article. In a statement quoted by the article, Barnes describes an incident in which “began slamming her face and the right side of her body repeatedly against a wall near the stairway” as his bodyguard held off the crowd.

A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an alleged hit and run in Livingston.

An Egyptian 'toyboy' who married a British pensioner more than twice his age has claimed she only used him "for sex". Mohamed Ahmed, 37, and Iris Jones, 83, frequently divulged graphic details about their sex life while they were together.

Kelsey Parker has hit back at criticism of her new relationship, just over a year on from the tragic death of her husband, Tom Parker. Tom, who rose to fame as part of the boyband The Wanted, passed away from brain cancer in March 2022, aged just 33.

Leo Barraclough International Features Editor Neo Sora’s concert documentary “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus,” a standout at the Venice Film Festival, has sold for theatrical distribution in North America to Janus Films ahead of its North American premiere at the New York Film Festival. The theatrical release will be followed by a Blu-ray Disc release on the “Janus Contemporaries” label. This is the latest deal inked by London and Paris-based production, finance and sales outfit Film Constellation, following a slew of sales to Spain (Filmin), Portugal (Midas Filmes), Germany and Austria (Rapid Eye), Scandinavia (NjutaFilms), Baltics (Kino Pavasaris), South Korea (Media Castle), China (JL Vision Films), Hong Kong and Macau (Edko Films), Taiwan (Cai Chang) and Singapore (Anticipate Pictures).

Josie Gibson has told Denise Welch she's 'so sorry' after she 'outed' her on social media following a This Morning and Loose Women crossover. The ITV daytime show presenter joined the late-night live version of the ITV lunchtime panel show on Saturday night (September 23).

Police have issued an appeal for help to find a missing woman from Rochdale.

The mayor of Greater Manchester has said he will personally write to the Prime Minister and urge him to not scrap HS2.

Hot on the heels of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex at the Invictus Games in Germany, it was the Prince of and Princess of Wales’ turn to shine. While Kate stepped out for important engagements in the UK, William jetted across ‘the pond’ for the Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit in New York, armed with his ambitious goal to save the planet via the ten-year project. But there was heartache behind William’s heroism, arriving on Prince Harry’s adopted US ‘home turf’ amid no sign of a reconciliation between the two brothers.

Followers of devoted mum Kelsey Parker were left concerned earlier last year after news emerged that she'd struck up a romantic connection with former jailbird Sean Boggans, just months after her husband Tom Parker had passed away. He was just 33 when he died in March 2022 following his 2020 diagnosis with glioblastoma [an aggressive brain tumour]. Naturally Kelsey has found herself feeling lonely at times – particularly in the evenings when the children have gone to bed.