Meet Mark Thompson: The Big-Brained Brit With A Unique Set Of Skills To Save CNN

Rishi Sunak has been accused of "pouring more fuel on the global fire" as the struggling Prime Minister plans to water down some of his key environmental policies.

A Cheshire pub once described as a ‘lost cause’ has now been named the best pub in Britain after taking the overall title at the Great British Pub Awards last night. The Cholmondeley Arms took home the award for Great British Pub of the Year and Country / Rural Pub.

Manchester needs a bigger city centre with more office space, 126,000 more homes around it and better transport links if it is to grow like London, a new report has recommended. The Resolution Foundation has said that, despite perceptions, Greater Manchester is 'still at the foothills' of its economic revival.

Married At First Sight UK is back on our screens with a fresh batch of singletons ready to meet their husband or wife for the very first time at the altar.The first episode of the 2023 series aired on E4 on Monday 18 September, and it gave viewers the first introduction to the people they will be watching this year.Two weddings also went ahead, with sales executive Luke marrying sales manager Jay, and Chelsea girl Laura getting hitched to tennis coach Arthur.There have been very mixed reactions from viewers to the first couples, with some people branding Laura a 'walking red flag', with others said they were 'in love' with Jay. Laura, who was previously married for just ten months, made it clear that she wanted a posh-speaking Chelsea boy, so when she walked down the aisle to meet tennis coach Arthur, she made no attempt to hide her disdain.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were super proud of the United States’ wheelchair rugby team at the Invictus Games on Wednesday.

AI is at the center of a new Italian primetime comedy show.

Kate Garraway admitted to being left 'disturbed' as Tommy Fury shared his own threat to KSI ahead of their face-off in the ring next month (October). The Manchester-born boxer and former Love Island star will fight the YouTuber at a sold-out Manchester's AO Arena on October 14.

King Charles and Queen Camilla paid a special tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II on Friday to mark the 1-year anniversary of her death.

Suits is making a comeback in 2023, and we’re here to test your knowledge about what was going on behind the scenes if you have recently binged!

Bella Thorne and her fiancé, Mark Emms, for the premiere of “Priscilla.” The couple, who soon will be husband and wife, put on a loved-up display that had everyone talking about their undeniable chemistry.The 25-year-old actress and star of “Game Of Love” ensured all eyes were on her as she graced the red carpet in a mesmerizing ivory gown. The gown featured an off-the-shoulder detail, adding a touch of elegance to her ensemble.

Thousands of spectators lined the streets of Greater Manchester as the Tour of Britain got underway today. British cycling's premier road cycling event set off from Altrincham as Trafford hosted this year's Grand Départ.

Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield enjoyed a night out with some famous friends, and a photo of the group is breaking the internet!

HAIM have teased that they might have been working with Jai Paul on new music.The Los Angeles-trio – made up of sister Alana, Danielle and Este Haim – performed their massive London headline show at All Points East on Monday (August 28) and spoke to Lauren Laverne on BBC Radio 6 about new music during their stop in the UK.Along with discussing the 10th anniversary of their debut album ‘Days Are Gone‘, they were also asked about plans for the future.The sisters shared that they “been working with some cool people”. “We played Jai Paul earlier; we might’ve been in the studio with him,” they teased.

“Kick-Ass” and “Kingsman: The Secret Service.” His latest project is “The Chosen One” on Netflix, his third show for the streamer following “Super Crooks” and “Jupiter’s Legacy.”Based on the graphic novel trilogy “American Jesus” that Millar co-wrote with Peter Gross, the series follows 12-year-old Jodie (Bobby Luhnow), a boy growing up in Mexico who’s being raised by a single mom (Dianna Agron). After Jodie survives a freak accident, he begins performing Jesus-like miracles such as turning water into wine and healing the sick. The graphic novel came out in 2004, and Millar said there’s a reason it took so long to hit the screen.“I was quite lucky.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor The 50th Telluride Film Festival official lineup has been announced, revealing multiple world premieres including Emerald Fennell’s “Saltburn,” George C. Wolfe’s “Rustin,” Jeff Nichols’ “The Bikeriders” and Alexander Payne’s “The Holdovers.” In addition, the festival will pay tribute to Oscar-nominated director Yorgos Lanthimos, whose film “Poor Things” will debut Stateside after premiering at the Venice Film Festival.

Mark Thompson, the former CEO of The New York Times Co. and director general of the BBC, is in line to be named the next head of CNN, according to multiple press reports.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV Editor Warner Bros. Discovery is widely expected to name Mark Thompson, the former New York Times Co. and BBC leader who has demonstrated a knack for guiding media into digital realms, as the latest executive to oversee CNN, according to a person familiar with the matter, putting in place the fifth executive structure around the news giant since early 2022.

Meghan Markle's mom, Doria Ragland, stepped out to support a great cause!The Duchess of Sussex's mother attended the This Is About Humanity 5th Anniversary Soiree on Saturday. While Meghan and her husband, Prince Harry, didn't attend the event, Doria was in great company.During the charity benefit, Doria posed for a picture with Kris Jenner.

Doria Ragland, Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian teamed up for a good cause over the weekend.

Foals and DJ Rowena have been announced to join the line-up of the return of Club NME – which will be headlined by Courteeners next month.The return of the iconic club night was revealed last week, with news that Manchester indie veterans Courteeners will be taking to the stage for the first instalment. It will be held at EartH Hall in Hackney, London on Friday September 15.Now, it has been confirmed that the night will also feature two very special guest DJ sets from both DJ Rowena and British indie rock icons Foals.Known as a prolific broadcaster, presenter and DJ, Rowena’s can currently be heard on BBC Three Counties Radio, as well as indie DJ duties at Propaganda and her own show on London’s Boogaloo Radio.Indie giants Foals will also be taking to the decks for the opening night of Club NME, with the members set to deliver their own DJ set.