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Liam Payne ‘delays second solo album’ amid personal drama Liam Payne’s second solo album is now reportedly ‘completely on pause’ as the singer faces ongoing drama in his personal life. The 31-year-old rose to fame as a member of One Direction, which went on to became one of the best-selling boy bands of all time. After the band went on hiatus in 2015, Liam signed his own record deal, releasing his debut solo album, LP1, four years later. However, it largely received negative reviews after peaking at number 17 on the UK Albums Chart. Now, five years later, plans for…

Boris Johnson defends Donald Trump over 6 January Capitol riots and Ukraine claims Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inboxGet our free View from Westminster emailBoris Johnson has mounted a defence of Donald Trump’s role in the Capitol riots, insisting the former president did not intend to “overthrow the constitution”.The former prime minister claimed what happened was “the peaceful transfer of democratic power from one administration to another”.And, asked about Mr Trump’s repeated claims that Russia would not have invaded Ukraine had he remained in the White House, Mr Johnson said it…

Boyzone stars still missing Stephen Gately ‘dearly’ 15 years after his death Boyzone have said they are still heartbroken over the death of bandmate Stephen Gately more than a decade after his death. Gately died 15 years ago today at his holiday home in Majorca aged 33 from an undiagnosed heart condition. Three of his bandmates Ronan Keating, Keith Duffy and Shane Lynch have paid tribute to him on the anniversary of his death. On Instagram, Keith shared archive footage of Gately performing and being interviewed on TV, writing: ‘A Brother’s Heart. Steo, my brother, my friend. ‘It’s been 15…

Neighbour’s tribute to ‘truly lovely couple’ found shot dead alongside dog Neighbours of a “lovely” married couple are still reeling after they were both found shot dead alongside their beloved cocker spaniel. Locals reported not seeing their blinds open and called their daughter who reportedly went into their semi-detached home in a quiet suburb of Cardiff to find the bodies of Stephen Jefferies, 74, and his wife Christine, 72 and their pet May. South Wales Police confirmed the recovery of a rifle from the killings adding they weren’t looking for anyone else in connection with the deaths that have rocked…

Luton Airport car park blaze could have been limited by sprinkler system A huge fire that broke out inside a multi-storey car park at Luton Airport which destroyed 1,352 vehicles could have been put out faster if a sprinkler system had been installed. A report into the incident, which saw 100 firefighters tackling the blaze with four of them suffering injuries, concluded that while a sprinkler system was not mandatory, it would have helped contain the fire. Bedfordshire Fire & Rescue Service were alerted shortly before 9pm on 10 October 2023, after “light smoke” began to emerge from a red…

UK politics live: Boris Johnson tries to defend £350m bus as he is quizzed over Brexit ‘betrayal’ Cleverly knocked out in huge Tory leadership shock to set up Badenoch and Jenrick clash Boris Johnson has tried to defend his infamous Brexit campaign bus that claimed Britain paid £350m a week to the EU. Speaking at his book launch event for his new memoir, Unleashed, the former prime minister was questioned about “the big bullsh***ing bus”, to which he responded: “That’s what other people call it.” He added: “The £350m bus the whole point of that was it was 100% accurate,…

Justin Bieber ‘disgusted’ by Diddy allegations and ‘warned to stay away’ Justin Bieber is said to be ‘completely disgusted’ after the multiple allegations that Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is currently facing. The rapper was arrested last month over charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution. The 54-year-old has been accused of sexual assault and rape in claims that span decades, with more than 100 people reportedly planning to sue him. In the wake of the allegations, it has been claimed that the 30-year-old has been warned to steer clear of the disgraced producer. ‘Justin has been advised…

Huge Lord of the Rings star has ‘absolutely no desire’ to return for new film One of Lord of the Rings’ biggest stars has shut down a comeback for the franchise’s new film to be released in 2026. Twenty years after the acclaimed movies ended, Peter Jackson is returning as a producer with a prequel focussed on Andy Serkis’ character Gollum. But while Andy has confirmed he will reprise the role – and be the film’s director- his former co-star Hugo Weaving is not on the same page. The Slow Horses actor, who played Elrond in the original films, said…

‘Perfect’ Netflix series does the impossible and is renewed season two One of the biggest TV shows of 2024 has been renewed by Netflix for a second season, just weeks after it first premiered. Nobody Wants This first debuted on the streaming platform last month and instantly shot to the top of the most-watched charts. Adam Brody and Kristen Bell led the cast as rabbi Noah and podcast host Joanna respectively, with the episodes focusing on their budding romance and the obstacles they both face to keep their connection. After the program blessed us with the ‘best kiss ever’, which…

Splinter Cell remake has not been cancelled insists new report Despite some reports to the contrary, the remake of 2002 classic Splinter Cell has not been cancelled, but it is going to be a while before it’s out. There are an awful lot of video game remakes around at the moment and for every welcome surprise, like Silent Hill 2, you get a bizarrely unnecessary waste of space like Until Dawn. You can sense a backlash stirring against the concept, as ever more inconsequential games get the treatment, but the truth is the great majority of remakes are very well…