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Sign up to our free fortnightly newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Nadine White Sign up to our free fortnightly newsletter The Race Report Rupa Huq , as an Asian MP, should not have called Kwasi Kwarteng “superficially Black” and it’s right that she has now apologised . Now, we should all move on because this is a distraction from the bigger issues afoot – such as how the economic crisis and Kwarteng’s mini budget is disproportionately affecting marginalised communities around the UK, including the Black people that everyone’s suddenly happy to advocate for. In audio published online today, Huq can be heard discussing Kwarteng’s elite school background during a fringe event at the Labour Party conference in Liverpool on Monday, before adding that “you wouldn’t know he is Black” when listening to him on the radio. At no point in what we’ve heard does Huq appear to make this point because of his party’s policies, so you’d be … [Read more...] about Don’t be distracted by faux outrage over Rupa Huq’s comments on Kwasi Kwarteng

Prince Harry 'was about to explode' during funeral says Myers SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been "demoted" on the official Royal Family website - with only Prince Andrew below them. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced at the beginning of 2020 that they would be relocating from the UK to the US with their young son Archie Harrison. Buckingham Palace released a statement at the time saying the couple would subsequently be relinquishing their roles as working members of the Royal Family. Related articles Harry warned memoir payout to halve if he 'dampens' attacks in book Harry and Meghan 'obsessed' with keeping Archie's birth private The departure - … [Read more...] about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle suffer ‘demotion’ on Royal Family website in new blow

Blue Bloods: Tom Selleck joins the cast for dinner scene SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Guest star Will Hochman was introduced in the 10th season of Blue Bloods as Frank Reagan’s (played by Tom Selleck) first grandson, Joseph Hill. He has since played a key part in several episodes of the popular CBS drama, but showrunner Kevin Wade has hinted he could potentially become a thorn in Frank’s side in his latest preview for the next instalment. Related articles Eamonn Holmes recalls how 'beautiful' moment was ruined at funeral Eamonn Holmes forced off GB News for 'risky' operation Joe could continue to butt heads with Jamie (Will Estes) and the rest of the Reagans in the upcoming season of Blue … [Read more...] about Blue Bloods season 13: Joe Hill feuds with Reagans as showrunner teases ‘crossed wires’

Outlander: Meet Izzy Meikle-Small and Joey Phillips SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Lauren shot to fame starring as the beloved Marsali Fraser in Starz’s hit drama Outlander and is now the lead in ITV drama Karen Pirie. With the crime drama well underway, the actor has spoken about avoiding social media and the pressure fan reactions to her characters can have. Related articles Eamonn Holmes recalls how 'beautiful' moment was ruined at funeral 'Grow up' Prince Harry slammed by GB News host over 'damage' to Royals As Lauren stars in two major shows, it's expected she would gain a huge following on social media with fans eager to find out more and be given a sneak peek into her private life. … [Read more...] about ‘I’ll just stay away’: Outlander star speaks out on social media ban

NCIS: Hawai'i - Sneak peek at first episode of season 2 SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Fans of the popular NCIS franchise have long been clamouring to find out more about LAPD liaison and newly appointed field agent Marty Deeks (played by Eric Christian Olsen). Although many other members of the NCIS: Los Angeles team have had whole episodes devoted to their backstory, Deeks still hasn’t had the chance, though that could be about to change when the CBS spin-off returns for its 14th season. Related articles Eamonn Holmes recalls how 'beautiful' moment was ruined at funeral Eamonn Holmes forced off GB News for 'risky' operation NCIS: LA showrunner Scott Gemmill has teased season 14 could … [Read more...] about NCIS LA season 14 exposes Marty Deeks’ backstory as boss drops hint ‘It’s probably time’

Yellowstone season five premiere teased in trailer SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Despite being a pivotal cog in John Dutton ’s (played by Kevin Costner) ranch since he was young teen, there is one piece of family history Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) is in the dark about. For four seasons of Paramount’s Yellowstone and despite now marrying his long-time sweetheart Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly), he has no idea her adoptive brother Jamie Dutton (Wes Bentley) is the reason she can’t provide him with a baby. Related articles Yellowstone fans 'happy' as Game of Thrones legend joins prequel 1923 Yellowstone’s Lloyd star shares warning for season 5 premiere The heartbreaking truth behind Beth’s … [Read more...] about Yellowstone’s Cole Hauser hints Rip will find out about Jamie and Beth past in season 5

Snoop Dogg and Mike Epps were snapped filming a carjacking scene on the Atlanta set of their upcoming comedy The Underdoggs on Tuesday. The rapper, 50, donned a white coat with red print, a white shirt with multiple gold chains and his hair in braids, and sunglasses. The Long Beach, California native, whose real name is Calvin Broadus Jr., rounded out his ensemble in navy blue pants with white sneakers. The latest: Snoop Dogg, 50, was snapped filming a carjacking scene on the Atlanta set of his  upcoming comedy The Underdoggs on Tuesday Epps, 51, wore an olive green flannel top over a white shirt with a navy blue scarf around his neck. The actor rounded things out with dark blue jeans and white Nike sneakers. Snoop Dogg is producing the movie with black-ish creator Kenya Barris for his Death Row Pictures. RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Rihanna 'mulling over list of 50 possible guest artists' for... Eminem reveals he squashed his … [Read more...] about Snoop Dogg and Mike Epps film carjacking scene on the Atlanta set of comedy The Underdoggs

Hugh Jackman 's reprising Wolverine character for on Deadpool 3, Ryan Reynolds revealed in a clip for the highly-anticipated film Tuesday. 'Hey everyone, we're extremely sad to have missed D23, but we've been working very hard on the next Deadpool film for, uh, a good long while now,' Reynolds, 45, said while seated on a couch. He continued: 'I've had to really search my soul on this one, his first appearance in the MCU obviously needs to feel special. You need to stay true to the character, find new depth, motivation, meaning. Every Deadpool needs to stand out and stand apart.' The latest: Hugh Jackman's reprising Wolverine character for on Deadpool 3, Ryan Reynolds revealed in a clip for the highly-anticipated film Tuesday He was seen in a series of clips in which he worked out, tried to type on a typewriter, poured a glass of his Aviation American Gin, and sat on the toilet. Reynolds deadpanned: 'It's been an incredible challenge that has … [Read more...] about Ryan Reynolds reveals Hugh Jackman is reprising Wolverine character for Deadpool 3 in update clip

Being proclaimed King hasn’t dampened Charles’s passion for the environment, with the new monarch hoping to attend the UN’s COP27 conference in Sharm El-Sheikh in November Being proclaimed King hasn’t dampened Charles’s passion for the environment, with the new monarch hoping to attend the UN’s COP27 conference in Sharm El-Sheikh in November. But he may find his regal wings clipped. Able to speak freely on green matters when the conference was held in Glasgow last year, he might find that It could be the first flashpoint of their relationship and a test of whether King Charles is prepared to toe the Government line on one of his passions. Has Charles inherited his alleged volcanic temper from his grandfather The elevation of Charles means that the Church of England is finally obliged to mention Camilla by name in the State Prayers. When Diana was married to Charles she was regularly prayed for and, after Camilla wed Charles, Chapel Royal Prebendary Willie Booth … [Read more...] about EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Will King’s green credentials be reined in?

The head of the UK's largest and most advanced robotics centre has said that society needs to prepare for the increased integration of robots but shouldn't fear the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Stewart Miller, the chief executive of the National Robotarium, which opens today in Edinburgh, told Sky News that "Inevitably there will be more robots in everybody's life. They'll be helping you at home, when you go out shopping, when you go to a hotel, they'll be involved in hospitality, when you go to a theatre, everything. And in your working life." Internationally, some scientists have expressed concerns over rapid progress in the field of artificial intelligence. A new survey of researchers from the New York University Centre for Data Science found that more than a third (36%) of respondents that had published recent papers in the field thought that AI could produce catastrophic outcomes in this century, "on the level of all-out nuclear war". Mr Miller said that "the … [Read more...] about Don’t be afraid of Artificial Intelligence, says head of UK’s new robotics centre