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David Beckham. Rita Ora, Liam Payne and Ellie Goulding lead UK stars in Global Citizen concert

Ellie joined a slew of British stars performing in the worldwide pre-show and the following televised concert, including David Beckham, Rita Ora and Liam Payne.




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Dua Lipa, Rita Ora and Chris Martin record charity single amid coronavirus crisis

The likes of Dua Lipa, Rita Ora, Ellie Goulding, Sean Paul and Chris Martin are set to take part in BBC Radio 1's biggest ever Live Lounge as they perform a newly recorded charity single.




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Rita Ora smooches a skeleton in playful snap as she shares a look at immersive video experience

The singer, 29, had planned an event for her fans to experience the world of her latest music video How To Be Lonely which had to be made into a digital experience due to lockdown.




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One police office killed as suicide bombers blow themselves up in Tunisia

The suicide bomb blasr targeted a police patrol in Charles de Gaulle Street in the centre of Tunisia's capital, Tunis.




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Tunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi dies at 92 first democratically-elected president

Tunisia's 92-year-old president, Beji Caid Essebsi, who helped guide the North African country's transition to democracy after a 2011 revolution, has died, the presidency said on Thursday.




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Gay man runs to be President of Tunisia - becoming the first homosexual to run for office

Mounir Baatour (pictured), the Liberal Party's chief and a lawyer at the Court of Cassation, presents himself as a defender of LGBTIQ rights.




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Woman urges holiday providers to warn midlife travellers of dating younger men

A British woman took to Mumsnet to voice concerns about her friend getting married to a man she met on holiday. She argued that holidaymakers should be warned about dating foreigners.




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Two suicide bombers attack US embassy in Tunisia

The two assailants tried to force their way through the main gate but were blocked by officers guarding the consulate in the Berges du Lac district of Tunis.




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'Harry Potter' star Tom Felton just found out he's a Hufflepuff, but he previously said he's a Gryffindor and we have questions

Tom Felton shared a screenshot on Instagram on Wednesday, which revealed that he's a Hufflepuff after taking the official Wizarding World quiz online. But the actor, who played Slytherin member Draco Malfoy, previously tweeted that he's a Gryffindor and "HP" author J.K. Rowling agreed with the assessment. Visit Insider's homepage for more stories."Harry Potter" star Tom Felton, known for playing Slytherin house member Draco Malfoy in the movies, said that he just found out he's a Hufflepuff. "a sad day....on so many levels #harrypotterathome," the 32-year-old actor captioned a series of screenshots he shared on Instagram. The first image revealed that Felton's display name on his Wizarding World passport is the same as the character he portrayed on-screen, rather than his real name. The second




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Watch Pete Davidson's first trailer for his new movie 'The King of Staten Island' where he becomes a firefighter

The trailer for Pete Davidson's new comedy "The King of Staten Island" was released on Thursday.It contains numerous references to the comedian's real-life upbringing in the New York City borough. Scott, a mid-20s slacker played by Davidson, tries to find himself and work out his lingering trauma over his father's death.Steve Buscemi, Maude Apatow, and Marisa Tomei also appear as Scott's mentor, ambitious little sister, and mother, respectively. Bill Burr, Moises Arias, and Bel Powley round out the cast. Much like Davidson, Scott's father was a firefighter who died when he was young, and the trailer shows him following in his dad's footsteps and becoming a firefighter himself — with some hilarious setbacks and speed bumps along the way. "The King of Staten Island" premieres June 12 on demand,




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Historic unemployment rate upends Trump's reelection bid

NEW YORK (AP) - The record unemployment rate reported on Friday captured the pain of a nation where tens of millions of jobs suddenly vanished, devastating...




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Australia's biggest states hold off on easing COVID-19...

By Sonali PaulMELBOURNE, May 9 (Reuters) - Australia's most populous states held back from relaxing coronavirus restrictions on Saturday although other...




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Grand Slam tally should decide 'GOAT' debate, says Lendl

May 9 (Reuters) - Eight-time Grand Slam winner Ivan Lendl said whoever ends up winning the most majors among the 'Big Three' of Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal and...




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Indonesia reports 533 new COVID-19 cases, biggest in a day

JAKARTA, May 9 (Reuters) - Indonesia reported on Saturday 533 new coronavirus infections, the biggest daily increase, taking the total number to 13,645,...




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Iran stock index breaks through 1 million mark amid...

DUBAI, May 9 (Reuters) - Iran's main stock index broke through the 1 million point mark for the first time on Saturday, state media reported, amid warnings...




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Coronavirus strikes staffers inside the White House

WASHINGTON (AP) - Vice President Mike Pence's press secretary has the coronavirus, the White House said, making her the second person who works at the White...




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92-year-old woman dances outside front door in...

Rose, who grew up in London, said she `went up the West End´ for a dance on VE Day in 1945.




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Cycling-Vuelta cancels stages in Portugal amid COVID-19...

PARIS, May 9 (Reuters) - This year's Tour of Spain will not go through Portugal as planned because of the COVID-19 crisis, organisers said on Saturday."Due...




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PM´s plans to be `in line with Wales´ amid concerns...

Boris Johnson is expected to give an update on the coronavirus lockdown on Sunday.




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Idled help the isolated: Med students aid homebound...

CINCINNATI (AP) - Aspiring doctors in Cincinnati whose studies were interrupted by the coronavirus outbreak have morphed their mission into taking care of...




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Egypt´s president expands powers, citing virus outbreak

CAIRO (AP) - Egypt´s President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has approved amendments to the country's state of emergency that grant him and security agencies...




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Gunfire kills 6 at Afghan protest calling for economic aid

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) - A shootout erupted on Saturday at a protest in western Afghanistan by residents demanding economic assistance, leading to the...




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Fernandes, Pogba can thrive in United midfield, says...

May 9 (Reuters) - Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes playmaker Bruno Fernandes and record signing Paul Pogba can form a strong midfield...




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More than 1,000 queue for food in rich Geneva amid...

By Cecile Mantovani and Denis BalibouseGENEVA, May 9 (Reuters) - More than 1,000 people queued up on Saturday to get free food parcels in Geneva,...




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Tributes paid to nurse and father-of-four who died...

Augustine Agyei-Mensah was known to his colleagues as Gus, and was described as dedicated to his work and young family.




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Russia's Putin urges unity as he presides over slimmed...

By Gabrielle Tétrault-Farber and Andrew OsbornMOSCOW, May 9 (Reuters) - President Vladimir Putin told Russians on Saturday they are invincible when they...




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Maldives sees rapid spike in coronavirus patients

MALE, Maldives (AP) - The Maldives, an Indian Ocean archipelago nation with one of the world's most congested capitals, has seen a rapid rise in coronavirus...




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The X Factor: Celebrity's Louis Walsh showcases his incredible weight loss in promo video

Louis Walsh has revealed his own stunning transformation as he appeared in an X Factor: The Celebrity promo video ahead of Saturday's final.




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Inside Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman's VERY lavish Thanksgiving dinner in London

Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman invited loved ones to celebrate the American holiday with a sophisticated dinner in London complete with gold pumpkins and lavish floral centrepieces.




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Gabrielle Union enjoys festive fun with daughter Kaavia, 13 months, and stepson Zion amid AGT row

In one cute snap, Union holds Kaavia on her hip with her other arm draped around Zion's shoulders and all three smile for the camera. 'Family Time Is The Best Time,' she wrote in the Instagram caption.




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'I want to prevent a catastrophe,' said Hugh Grant. 'Quit acting then,' I tweeted

By the time this column appears, the result of the General Election will be known. But whoever won, the biggest loser of the campaign is undoubtedly demented Brexit-hater Hugh Grant




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David Walliams calls Simon Cowell a 'skinny b***h' in hilarious tweet

The former Little Britain star, 48, shared a shirtless snap of his fellow Britain's Got Talent judge, 60, during his annual Christmas holiday to Barbados.




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Lauren Silverman stuns in chic one-shoulder swimsuit as Simon Cowell treats son Eric to jet-ski ride

Cutting an effortlessly stylish figure on the sand, Lauren watched on as X Factor judge Simon, 60, hit the water with their son Eric and took a jet-ski for a spin. 




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Singer Jack Vidgen's impresses America's Got Talent judges Simon Cowell and Heidi Klum

Australian singer Jack Vidgen gave an astonishing performance on America's Got Talent: The Champions which earned him praise from the star-studded panel. 




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Simon Cowell insults David Walliams by getting his son's name wrong

Britain's Got Talent auditions are once again underway in London - and judges Simon Cowell and David Walliams are back to their usual catty ways.




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David Walliams looks unrecognisable as he dresses up as BGT co-judges for NTAs

The comedian, 48, is set to inject his trademark humour into the ceremony as he filmed the opening sequence for the upcoming show, taking inspiration from his Britain's Got Talent judges.




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David Walliams makes 'nasty' joke about embattled Love Island host Caroline Flack at the NTAs

David Walliams made a joke about embattled Love Island host Caroline Flack while presenting the National Television Awards at London 's O2 Arena on Tuesday night - and it didn't go down well.




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Fleur East given 'reality check' after Syco axe and friend's suicide

Fleur East has said she was given a much-needed reality check after a friend tragically committed suicide and she was dropped from Simon Cowell 's record label, Syco.




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Amanda Holden dazzles in a vibrant midi as she joins Alesha Dixon at Britain's Got Talent auditions 

Amanda, 48, looked sensational as she stepped out in a vibrant jewel style gown that sheathed her lithe figure, while Alesha, 41, oozed sartorial chic in a loose blue suit.




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The X Factor won't return in 2020 as Simon Cowell decides to 'rest show for a year'

The X Factor is contracted for one more series, but head boss Simon feels it's the 'right time' to put the show on a one-year break, so future series can benefit. 




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Sofia Vergara and Heidi Klum radiate in eye-catching ensembles on set of America's Got Talent

Sofia Vergara and Heidi Klum looked radiant in eye-catching ensembles, as they graced the red carpet for America's Got Talent Season 15 Kickoff in Pasadena, California on Wednesday.




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Heidi Klum had to leave America's Got Talent filming after 'faling ill' right before going on stage

Heidi Klum looked fine when she arrived for an America's Got Talent taping, but she had to leave before going on stage and feeling sick, though it's unlikely she's suffering from COVID-19.




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Simon Cowell stocks up on groceries in LA amid the city's coronavirus lockdown

The Britain's Got Talent judge, 60, appeared in great spirits as he stocked up on some essential groceries in Los Angeles on Monday afternoon amid the coronavirus pandemic.




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Simon Cowell will donate £1.3 million to help charities that are struggling amid coronavirus crisis 

The music mogul, 60, revealed in The Sun on Saturday that he was 'devastated' to hear that charities were struggling to continue their services due to the global pandemic.




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Simon Cowell enjoys family bike ride with Lauren Silverman and their son Eric, six, in Malibu

The music mogul, 60, has been self-isolating with his other half, 42, after California residents were put under lockdown in late March.




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Simon Cowell reveals he was forced to get tested for coronavirus after AGT judge Heidi Klum fell ill

The music mogul, 60, has revealed he was forced to test for coronavirus after his fellow America's Got Talent judge Heidi Klum experienced symptoms on set.




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Billie Eilish, Simon Cowell, Olivia Colman and Tom Hiddleston lead the stars thanking the NHS

Celebrities shared their appreciation to key workers for their tireless efforts to keep the nation running in the third week of the lockdown during the crisis ahead of the weekly Clap for the Carers.




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Britain's Got Talent SPOILER: Frontline nurse who tested positive for COVID-19 wows judges

Beth Porch, 25, who sings to child cancer patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital, joined a hopefuls at the series 17 auditions which were filmed earlier this year before the UK COVID-19 lockdown




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Britain's Got Talent FIRST LOOK: Simon SWEARS at David during hilarious James Bond-style opener

Saturday's BGT opening skit sees David greet Simon with a Union Jack car-boat causing the music mogul to swear, while the comedian later makes a remark about his recent weight loss.




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Lauren Silverman looks effortlessly chic in khaki shorts as she enjoys a bike ride with son Eric

She has been isolating in her Malibu home with Simon Cowell during lockdown. Yet Lauren ensured their son Eric, six, got some fresh air on Tuesday, as they headed out on a bike ride together.