Like most parents – including Frankie Bridge – my life is hectic (Picture: Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing via Getty Images) I’m not surprised that Frankie Bridge has been called ‘selfish’ and ‘the worst parent’ for going on holiday without her kids and husband. Last year, I booked myself into a Travelodge overnight for a break from family life and was mum-shamed by strangers online. Other parents told me I was a bad mum and asked why I’d had kids in the first … Continue reading “I took a holiday without my husband and children – every mum should”
Katie Price starring in huge new movie alongside Harry Potter star
Katie Price had landed a major part in a new film also starring a Harry Potter actor (Picture: Warner Bros/Getty Images) Katie Price has been cast in a new film alongside an actor known for his role in the Harry Potter franchise. Katie, 46, has been announced as a member of the cast of upcoming comedy spoof Jackie The Stripper, alongside actor James Phelps, 39, who played Fred Weasley in Harry Potter. The pair will also be joined by Charlotte Kirk (Duchess), … Continue reading “Katie Price starring in huge new movie alongside Harry Potter star”
EA’s Skate 4 has microtransactions and it’s not even in early access yet
Will Skate succeed as a live service game? (EA) A closed alpha test for EA’s Skate has raised alarm bells ahead of its early access launch this year. Fans of skateboarding games look set to be served well this year, with Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, Skate Story, and EA’s Skate reboot all due to launch in 2025. The biggest question mark hangs over the latter, which was announced five years ago and is switching to a free-to-play … Continue reading “EA’s Skate 4 has microtransactions and it’s not even in early access yet”
Iconic comedian has moved to Ireland and only plans to return to US when it’s ‘safe’
Rosie O’Donnell has confirmed she’s left the US for Ireland (Picture: REX / GETTY) Comedian Rosie O’Donnell has revealed she’s leaving the US until ‘all citizens to have equal rights there in America.’ The 62-year-old posted a TikTok video on Tuesday confirming she moved to Ireland – where her grandparents are from – in January with her 12-year-child Dakota, who goes by Clay. She said: ‘It’s been pretty wonderful, I have to say. The people are so loving and so … Continue reading “Iconic comedian has moved to Ireland and only plans to return to US when it’s ‘safe’”
Steps singer Ian ‘H’ Watkins ‘knocked for six’ after losing half his vocals
Ian ‘H’ Watkins has been dealing with lingering symptoms from a virus (Picture: Redferns) Steps star Ian ‘H’ Watkins is still suffering from the effects of an ‘awful virus’ that has meant he has lost half of his vocals. The Tragedy singer, 48, was busy working on the Steps The Musical stage show in Birmingham at the end of last year when he was struck down with an illness. However, while it has been four months since he fell ill, … Continue reading “Steps singer Ian ‘H’ Watkins ‘knocked for six’ after losing half his vocals”
Vogue Williams says she’s ‘had enough’ after argument with husband Spencer Matthews
Vogue Williams has opened up on a recent ‘tiff’ with husband Spencer Matthews (Picture: REX) Vogue Williams has revealed she’s ‘had enough’ after a ‘tiff’ with husband Spencer Matthews, sharing their workloads at home aren’t equal. The Irish presenter, 39, opened up on home life with the former Made in Chelsea star, 36, admitting that she does the bulk of the parenting at home. The couple, who tied the knot in 2018, are parents to Theodore, six, Gigi, four, and … Continue reading “Vogue Williams says she’s ‘had enough’ after argument with husband Spencer Matthews”
Games Inbox: Is video game music getting worse?
Fantasy 7 Rebirth – a new old soundtrack (Square Enix) The Wednesday letters page is resigned to the next generation being all about AI, as one reader wonders what happened to The Wolf Among Us 2. To join in with the discussions yourself email gamecentral@metro.co.uk PLEASE NOTE: Due to staff illness there will be no new Games Inbox on Thursday. Normal service will resume on Friday. Bottom of the popsIs it me or is modern video game music really boring? … Continue reading “Games Inbox: Is video game music getting worse?”
Danny Dyer’s crude new film has ‘scandalised EastEnders fans walking out’
Marching Powder sees Danny Dyer a world away from Mick Carter (Picture: Marching Powder/True Brit Entertainment) Danny Dyer’s bold new film has raised eyebrows among one of his biggest fanbases with reported walkouts over its graphic nature. Marching Powder sees Dyer star as Jack Jones, an ageing, drug-taking football hooligan who’s arrested after violent matchday exploits and given six weeks to turn his life around – or else face prison. Sold as an ‘outrageous comedy about addiction, violence and happy … Continue reading “Danny Dyer’s crude new film has ‘scandalised EastEnders fans walking out’”
Netflix adds overlooked original spy thriller hailed ‘required viewing for everyone’
An historical spy thriller has been given a second chance and added back on Netflix (Picture: Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures/THA/Rex/Shutterstock) Netflix subscribers get a second chance to watch an historical spy thriller that’s praised for its superb performances and described as ‘required viewing’. Operation Finale was actually classified as a Netflix ‘Original’ in the UK, as it was released by the streamer in October 2018 following its US debut in August of that year. However, it was subsequently removed at … Continue reading “Netflix adds overlooked original spy thriller hailed ‘required viewing for everyone’”
Haunted Mound's Ghost Mountain Breaks His Silence
For nearly three years, Ghost Mountain existed only as a myth. The California-based rapper, producer and original member of Haunted Mound helped shape the horror-drenched aesthetic that launched the collective into underground stardom — only to erase his entire catalog and walk away from music in 2021. His sudden departure left fans scrambling for answers, sparking Reddit threads that dissected lyrics, old Instagram posts, and speculated about beef between him and fellow founder Sematary. Had there been a falling out? … Continue reading “Haunted Mound's Ghost Mountain Breaks His Silence”