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Gogglebox star Rylan Clark has given fans an update on his mum’s health after Channel 4 viewers noticed she was using a drip during her latest appearance on the show. The 33-year-old TV personality appears on the celeb version of the hit show alongside his mum Linda and both have become fan favourites. Channel 4 viewers were left concerned on Friday, when many noticed that the 69-year-old had a drip connected in her arm. Celebrity Gogglebox fans then took to Twitter to ask Rylan for a health update on his mum after the scenes, with one tweeting: “Rylan is Mum ok? Saw the drip on." The former Big Brother contestant quickly responded, writing: “Had a lot of people ask, mum is fine, she has a tpn line for a feed… to do with her crohns. V normal. Thanks for asking xx.” Gogglebox fans then took to Twitter to ask Rylan for a health update ( Image: Channel 4) The Essex duo took a year off the Channel 4 series due to Linda’s battle with Crohn’s disease, which is a … [Read more...] about Rylan shares mum Linda’s health update after worried Gogglebox fans spotted her drip

Kyiv rejects Russia's announcement that it destroyed two US-made HIMARS in eastern Ukraine Germany to replenish weapons' stock for countries supplying Ukraine New requirements for Ukrainian conscripts scrapped after Zelenskyy's criticism Lavrov to meet some G20 foreign ministers despite G7 threats The article was last updated at 17:43 UTC/GMT Scholz says Germany must speed up energy transition due to war Germany must implement the transition to green energy faster because of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Chancellor Olaf Scholz said. Speaking at an event hosted by the Renewable Energy Association Scholz said Russia was using oil and gas exports as a political weapon. "Energy policy is not just a question of price. Energy policy is also security policy," according to the German leader. "That's why we now have to turbo charge the expansion of renewable energy," he said. Russia to create youth movement reminiscent of Soviet-era Russian lawmakers approved … [Read more...] about Germany’s Scholz: Ukraine war calls for faster energy transition — live updates

THE family of Dame Deborah James has issued a heartfelt update on her final mission. Sun writer Deborah has been receiving at-home hospice care since the start of May . Debs today admitted she has been struggling with the side effects of sleeping pills, but revealed she had been able to enjoy a sleepover with her nearest and dearest. As she continues to make memories, the 40-year-old has had a rose named after her , launched a fashion collection and even had her very own Lego mini-me sent to her. While she has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds through these partnerships, her biggest passion and mission to date is the BowelBabe fund . The podcaster has so far raised over £6.6million for charities such as Cancer Research UK (CRUK), Bowel Cancer UK and the Royal Marsden. In an update on the fund's Instagram page today, the campaigner's family thanked everyone for their donations. TO DONATE to BowelBabe Fund visit www.bowelbabe.org Read … [Read more...] about Deborah James’ family give heartfelt update on Dame’s final mission as she has one last girly sleepover with loved ones

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praises Western artillery 3 injured after Russian forces fire on Dnipropetrovsk region, Ukrainian officials say The article was last updated at 0121 UTC/GMT Ukraine's Zelenskyy praises Western artillery Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praised the accuracy of weapons sent by Western allies in his nightly video address. Zelenskyy said that Ukraine's military used the artillery to destroy Russian forces' depots and other logistically important targets. "This significantly reduces the offensive potential of the Russian army . The losses of the occupiers will only increase every week, as will the difficulty of supplying them," he said. Ukraine's president also said a Russian missile strike had destroyed a university in the northeastern city of Kharkiv. The strike hit the university's main building, museum and scientific library, he said. "This characterizes the Russian invasion with 100% accuracy. When it comes to the … [Read more...] about Ukraine’s Zelenskyy praises Western artillery — live updates

Stranger Things makeup artist discusses creating Vecna Don't miss the best new TV releases for 2022 and behind the scenes news 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 Netflix streamers watched in shock as the action-packed Stranger Things finale came to an unexpected cliffhanger ending. With fans eagerly awaiting the release of season five, actress Sadie Sink hinted viewers could have to wait longer than anticipated. Related articles Jeff Hordley addresses 'upset' over Emmerdale co-star's exit Antiques Roadshow guest stunned by value of Medieval ring 'Good God' After an almost two-year hiatus, Stranger Things made its epic return to screens, reuniting fans with their favourite Hawkins teenagers. … [Read more...] about Stranger Things season 5: Sadie Sink gives disappointing release update ‘Not gonna rush it

The A720 Edinburgh Bypass is closed after a vehicle erupted into a huge fireball earlier today (Image: FACEBOOK: STOO CONDIE) Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition 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 Emergency services were called to the scene this morning after receiving reports of a vehicle on fire. The bypass is currently closed westbound at Sheriffhall. Drivers were advised to find alternate routes as recovery work takes place. Related articles EU speed limiters to be introduced today despite driver concerns M25 traffic BLOCKED as overturned car sparks motorway chaos It is not yet known whether anyone was injured. A statement from Lothians & Scottish Borders Police … [Read more...] about Horror as vehicle erupts into huge fireball in major UK road – thick smoke seen for miles

Speaking at a news conference Saturday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia would have to carpet-bomb the Ukrainian capital and kill its residents to take the city. Meanwhile, the Russian troops are attempting to encircle Kyiv further, fighting against heavy resistance in the west and the north of the city. And after twelve days of siege, the strategic southern Ukrainian port city of Mariupol is without water, gas, electricity or communications, and people were seen fighting for food in recent days. The situation is "almost desperate", warned Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). The number of civilians killed during the siege of Mariupol reached 1,582, and some of the casualties had to be buried in mass graves. Local authorities fear that the actual number might be much higher. 03.12.2022 09:24 Saturday's main developments: The worst of the fighting overnight took place in Irpin, Mykolaiv and Sumy, according to the General Staff of the … [Read more...] about Ukraine war: Kyiv would only fall ‘if carpet bombed’ by Russia, Zelenskyy says

By Chris Mason Published 2 hours ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Will Boris Johnson survive as prime minister? It is the only question that matters. There are two mechanisms available to Conservative MPs to eject a prime minister who is gluing himself to the furniture in Downing Street. The first is a flood of cabinet ministers packing it in, all at once, or one after another. For about an hour and a half last night, it looked like that very thing might be playing out. But it didn't. Follow live updates Sunak and Javid resignation letters in full Who has quit, who is staying? Two biggies, more ministers and lots of tiddlers is the current tally. Desperately awkward for a prime minister, without question. But he has bodged together a new cabinet, the kind of emergency reshuffle no party leader wants forced upon them. … [Read more...] about Chris Mason: Boris Johnson facing day of judgement

Published 25 July 2020 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing A public consultation has closed on changes to Scotland's hate crime laws, which opponents say could have a damaging effect on free speech. Ministers argue the bill offers great protection for victims at a time when the number of cases is on the rise. Scottish Labour's James Kelly said he had 'serious reservations', especially over the offence of stirring up hatred. But Scotland's justice secretary said people's freedom of expression was not under attack. As you are reading this news story on the BBC news website I am going to hazard a guess that you probably believe that freedom of expression is a fundamental human right. And that you think without the right to free speech many other freedoms may be threatened? You would probably also agree that it is wrong actively attempt to stir up hatred against … [Read more...] about Free speech row over new hate crime bill in Scotland

This looks like the endgame. A group of Cabinet ministers - including the new Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi - are planning to confront Boris Johnson this evening and tell him that he must step down as Prime Minister. The Telegraph understands that Brandon Lewis, the Northern Ireland Secretary, Grant Shapps, the Transport Secretary, and Simon Hart, the Welsh Secretary, are among those who are preparing to make the intervention . Mr Zahawi is also understood to be involved, with the push against the Prime Minister being coordinated by Chief Whip Chris Heaton-Harris. It comes as Mr Johnson continues to suffer a brutal wave of resignations. As this email was sent, 35 Tory MPs had left Government roles in the last 24 hours. Yet Mr Johnson told MPs at Prime Minister's Questions and the liaison committee that he intends to "keep going". Our live blog is your first point of call for breaking news. Our Government resignation tracker tells you who has quit and when they … [Read more...] about Wednesday evening UK news briefing: Cabinet ministers poised to tell Boris Johnson he must resign