Archive May 27, 2025

Oasis star ‘gutted’ he’s been ditched from reunion as he reveals text he sent Gallaghers

Zak Starkey, a former Oasis drummer, claims he was “gutted” after learning he wouldn’t be a part of Liam and Noel Gallagher’s dazzling reunion this summer.

Zak Starkey, the Oasis star, is finding his own comfort after the Gallagher brothers have evicted him.

Oasis star Zak Starkey is consoling himself after being ditched from the Gallagher brothers’ eagerly awaited reunion tour. Fans of the Britpop legends were sent into a frenzy last year when Liam and Noel announced they were putting their fiery feud behind them and getting the back back together after a 16-year hiatus.

Fans can’t wait to see the Don’t Look Back In Anger stars backstage at Cardiff on July 4 for a show. However, Zak, a former drummer for the band who played with Oasis between 2004 and 2009, won’t be on the lineup.

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Touring drummer Zak Starkey of The Who performs on the first night of the band's residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on July 29, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada
Former Oasis drummer, Zak Starkey, says he was ‘gutted’ after finding out he wouldn’t be part of Liam and Noel Gallagher’s star-studded reunion(Image: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Zak appeared on BBC Breakfast this morning (May 27) to promote his new single with supergroup Mantra of the Cosmos, which also features Bez and Shaun Ryder from the Happy Mondays alongside former Oasis bassist Andy Bell.

When asked what he thought of the upcoming reunion tour, he said he was “gutted” not to be asked to attend the shows.

He responded, “I texted them and asked, why am I not in it. ‘. You know you feel more at ease when you start a new drummer, don’t you? You become comfortable with brand-new musicians, and I believe that’s what has happened.

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He continued, saying that, had the offer been for him to join Oasis on tour, he would have accepted it. He also praised the band and Liam, saying: “God, yeah. Greatest rock and roll group of my generation. Greatest rock and roll artist of my generation.

Noel Gallagher wrote his group’s new single Domino Bones after suggesting it would work better for them, according to Zak, who is the son of Beatles legend Ringo Starr.

The drummer claimed to be shocked by Noel’s offer and that he couldn’t believe it when he spoke to Ben Thompson. Sending me a tune from the greatest songwriter of my generation.

Andy Bell, a fellow Mantra of the Cosmos member, announced last week that he would be traveling with Liam and Noel on their reunion tour. The bass player, who played for Oasis between 1999 and 2009, said he was “really looking forward to it.”

Eagle-eyed fans shared snaps of Noel and Andy at rehearsals for the reunion gigs last week.

Those who were able to secure their spot are thrilled, especially after a glimpse of the band at the rehearsal studio, despite some controversy over Ticketmaster’s “dynamic pricing” strategy, which saw ticket prices double their value.

One enthralled fan wrote, “F**k and I thought I was hyped before. They look incredible, really!

Noel has a beard that looks good on him, but they all have aged pretty damn gracefully, and I can’t lie. Additionally, Glad Bonehead appears to be in good health. Ladies, it is taking place.

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Ronaldo set to leave Al Nassr: What’s next, can he play in Club World Cup?

Cristiano Ronaldo has indicated that he will leave Al Nassr and possibly join the lucrative Saudi Pro League.

The 40-year-old Portugal striker made the announcement via his social media account on the platform X just hours after his team’s final game of the season.

The post’s title read, “The story,” and included a photo of him wearing an Al Nassr jersey. Still being written. grateful to everyone.

The former Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus forward’s future has now become a hot topic in the media.

Al Jazeera examines potential outcomes for a player who continues to be one of football’s most financially secure assets.

Ronaldo’s decision to leave Al Nassr

Ronaldo made a shock-inducing move by leaving Manchester United for Al Nassr in January 2023.

The Saudi Pro League needed the marquee signing to improve its reputation internationally thanks to the five-time world champion.

His lucrative two-and-a-half-year agreement, which is expected to be worth $200 million ($214.5 million), expires in June but was widely anticipated to be renewed.

Al Nassr finished third in the league this year, but they have failed to win any titles during Ronaldo’s time at the club. This is disappointing because they have missed out on places at both the Asian Champions League and the FIFA Club World Cup.

They now have the best chance of winning a playoff spot in Asia’s Champions League Two.

Ronaldo’s eligibility for the FIFA Club World Cup is unknown.

Yes . A special transfer window has been set aside for the 32 clubs that compete in the Club World Cup.

Just before the tournament in the United States debuts on June 14, when Inter Miami takes on Al Ahly, will be held there from June 1 through June 10.

What did Ronaldo’s opponent at the Club World Cup look like, according to FIFA President Infantino?

Ronaldo’s participation in the expanded and rebranded tournament is being discussed, according to FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week.

Which FIFA Club World Cup teams might Ronaldo want to play for?

1. Real Madrid

Ronaldo joined the Spanish giants from Manchester United in 2009 for what was then a record-breaking 80 million euros ($91 million) fee.

Given the difficulties Los Blancos faced in figuring out how to make Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., and Rodrygo fit into the front three as Real attempted to defend its Champions League and La Liga titles, it is unlikely even to make a temporary return to Real for the tournament.

It’s difficult to think of a Real return for Ronaldo because Jude Bellingham had to adapt to a new role already last season and Mbappe left from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).

Juventus, one of his former clubs at the time, at least giving fans the chance to make memories. Juventus are unlikely to want to upset the team that had already been invited to the tournament because such a move would only be temporary.

2. Inter Miami

The biggest statement would undoubtedly be a collaboration with Lionel Messi, Ronaldo’s all-time best player, for the title of best player in the world.

In 2023, the Argentinian forward left Paris Saint-Germain to join the David Beckham-owned Major League Soccer (MLS) team.

Since Ronaldo had been linked with an MLS move prior to joining Al Nassr, it was a sensational score for Miami.

There would be no bigger headline-grabber than a pairing between two players who have each won the title of world player of the year on 13 occasions if Infantino and FIFA see Ronaldo’s participation in the Club World Cup as a boost to the competition.

When asked if Inter Miami might sign Ronaldo, Infantino laughed and said, “It’s possible.”

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo square off against Lionel Messi in a Paris Saint-Germain friendly in 2023.

3. Al Hilal

Al Hilal, the Saudi Pro League champion from 2023 to 2024, is a strong candidate for Ronaldo’s signature both short and long term.

All parties will understand the decision. The Saudi domestic league’s marquee signing will continue to compete in the competition, compete in the Club World Cup, and be the spearhead of the country’s assault on the Asian Champions League championship in the coming year.

Ronaldo’s choice would mean continuing to reside in the country’s capital, where many of his current business and commercial interests are based.

Al Ain from the United Arab Emirates and Al Ahly from Egypt, who are also competing in the region’s regional competition, could compete for the African Champions League next year. The Saudi Pro League would undoubtedly prefer to avoid losing Ronaldo to a neighboring football team.

4. Botafogo

Ronaldo and the Brazilian megaclub Botafogo are in talks, according to a report from Marca last week.

Because they could possibly afford a short-term deal with Ronaldo, that news made sense at the time. That announcement, however, came before the player’s announcement that Al Nassr might have ended his relationship with him.

Despite its rich history and legacy, it seems unlikely to make a long-term move to Brazil. A move to a Club World Cup participant who wants a contract after the competition’s conclusion is a possibility, provided the short-term agreement is kept.

The top flight of Brazil will also be represented at the tournament by Palmeiras, Fluminense, and Flamengo.

5. Seattle Sounders

Signing a long-term deal with one of the US-based participants would probably be the best option for Ronaldo’s appearance at the Club World Cup, according to one of the choices.

Ronaldo’s signing would significantly improve the MLS, in the same way that the Saudi Pro League did to increase its exposure, whether it was on a match against Messi or in a match between the two players.

As part of a longer-term plan to establish himself as a MLS champion in the US, his move to the Seattle Sounders would also give his appearance more credibility.

Barcelona's Lionel Messi in action with Juventus' Cristiano Ronaldo
Ronaldo and Messi last met in a Champions League match between Ronaldo’s Juventus and Messi’s Barcelona in 2020.

Ronaldo and Messi could they play together?

If a potential Messi and Ronaldo pairing at the Club World Cup were to be planned, it would also be a huge talking point.

Messi prefers to play either on the right, cutting in with his famous left foot, or playing a deeper role through the middle, with the team circling him.

Ronaldo, who started out on the left, is now only able to move in the middle, preferring a more advanced position.

The viability of a potential partnership would be questioned if both scenarios worked, but both would lead to Messi making runs into Ronaldo’s field.

The pair’s long-running battle for the coveted Ballon d’Or title has long drawn ire from the public, making the annual ceremony to honor the world’s best player a frequently content affair.

With Messi and Ronaldo playing for Real Madrid and Messi for Barcelona, the two teams engaged in heated debate over who was the better player at their peak.

The pair frequently cryptically contributed to the conversation, but there was consistently no sign of love lost when the pair met on the field of play.

One of the biggest box office successes in football history would be the Club World Cup, which would also help to draw in much-needed interest.

Simon Cowell’s fiancée reveals BGT star Bruno Tonioli ‘like a godfather’ to son Eric

Lauren Silverman, Simon Cowell’s fiancée, and Bruno Tonioli, the judging panelist for the ITV talent show, have established a close friendship.

Simon Cowell’s fiancée, Lauren Silverman, has given a rare interview about the couple’s son, Eric(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Kil)

Simon Cowell’s fiancée Lauren Silverman has given a rare interview about their son Eric, revealing that Britain’s Got Talent judge Bruno Tonioli is ‘like a godfather’ to the 11-year-old. The former Strictly Come Dancing star joined Simon on the judging panel of the ITV talent show two years and has since struck up a close friendship with his family.

Lauren praised Bruno for accompanying her to the annual event in SW3, jokingly saying, “Simon never goes anywhere. ” As Lauren opened up about the friendship while enjoying the blooms at the Chelsea Flower Show last week. She also revealed that Eric, Simon’s only child, enjoys being around the Italian star because she explained that the 11-year-old calls him “Uncle Bruno.”

Simon Cowell and Eric
Bruno Tonioli insisted Simon Cowell’s son, Eric, wasn’t spoilt(Image: Getty Images)

When questioned if Bruno resembled Eric as her godfather, she responded, “Yes definitely. To us, he’s Uncle Bruno. “Eric loves him”

Fans could be forgiven for thinking Eric may be a little spoilt because he is the only child of a multi-millionaire music mogul. Bruno, however, argued that this was not the case, adding, “He is not spoiled at all, actually. He was raised very carefully and was very well.

Bruno is often invited to visit Simon and his fiancée at their lavish summer retreat in the Cotswolds, for a ‘spot of yoga or clay pigeon shooting’. Victoria and David Beckham also have a palatial pile in the area. However, when asked if they spend much time with the Beckhams, Lauren said: “They’re busy people. We kind of keep ourselves to ourselves.”

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Bruno continued, “It’s good to keep what’s happening in your private life very quiet. No one is aware of what is happening, which is how I like it. We simply chill out and don’t even talk about our jobs.

Lauren says that her son Eric and Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon’s children have ‘grown up together’ behind the scenes on BGT, saying there’s a nice “family vibe”. Shedding light on the award-winning show, she said: “All of the kids they’ve grown up together. It’s a nice family vibe with us all there. It’s lovely.”

Lauren and Simon welcomed their Eric on Valentine’s Day in 2014, with the SyCo star last year revealing how much he had changed his life.

Speaking to OK! magazine following the Together For Short Lives annual gala, Simon revealed he had toured a potential new school for his son, saying: “It was great fun, but it reminded me of my own school days. I would get that Sunday night feeling at 7pm – what excuse could I come up with for the following day to avoid it? I’d try every trick in the book. Fortunately, Eric’s not like that; we’re in a good place with him.”

He continued, “He has started taking drum lessons, and we have bought him a kit,” implying that he may have a musical career ahead of him. It’s amazing to watch him play in his bedroom because he has great timing and music. He appears to be a young rock star. Although it’s not the violin, thank God! That would have been a no.

Meanwhile, Eric, who frequently visits BGT’s set, is said to have “a tip” about the winner of the much-loved talent show, which culminates in a star-studded finale on Saturday.

When asked if he knew who the winner would be, proud mother, Lauren, made a joke about it: “I’m sure he does”!

* Saturday, May 31 is the UK’s Got Talent finale.

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Lisa Snowdon says secret to her youthful skin is £24 peptide oil she’s used for ages

Lisa Snowdon, a This Morning presenter, has shared her two go-to products for a “glowy gorgeous plump” complexion. And even better, they’re both currently on sale.

Lisa shared her latest skincare recommendations(Image: Instagram: @lisa_snowdon)

We’ve recently been eagerly watching Lisa Snowdon’s Instagram to inspire our next beauty purchases because the TV and radio host clearly knows a thing or two about how effective beauty products are. Not only does she look amazing, with radiant, youthful-looking skin, but she also looks incredible.

The latest additions Lisa says she has been a fan of for a while are Nip+Fab’s Peptide Fix Finishing Oil 2%, a nourishing final step in your evening skincare regimen, and the newly released Peptide Fix 2-in-1 Tone &amp, Top Up SPF50 Mist 4%, which is ideal for spring and summer weather. Even better, both of them are currently saving 20% on Lookfantastic, lowering their price from $29.95 to $23.96 each.

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Lisa Snowdon praises a neck firming serum that “grows smoother, more toned” skin in two weeks.

Lisa loves these two products
Lisa loves these two products(Image: Instagram: @lisa_snowdon)

In a sponsored post, Lisa describes how she uses the oil as her final step in her skincare routine at night, showing how “comfortable” it is for her skin’s natural oils after using them, which her followers were quick to comment on.

Skin-strengthening peptides, which are currently experiencing a bit of a viral moment thanks to super-serums like Medik8 Advanced Peptides MP, are the key ingredient in it. The three different types of peptides in this Nip+Fab formula, which are oil-based peptides, copper peptides, and synthetic peptides, give the solution its distinctive blue color.

Nip+Fab's Peptide Fix Finishing Oil 2%
A nourishing overnight oil(Image: Nip+Fab)

This skin-plumping wonder product has almost exclusively five star reviews on both the Boots and the Lookfantastic websites, with one customer calling it “magical stuff.” Lisa isn’t the only one to enjoy this.

Another user commented, “This great product makes my skin feel plump and soft at night.” “Under eye wrinkles definitely appear softer.”

Another person reaffirmed, “Love this to finish off my skincare.” gives skin a more glossy appearance and keeps it moisturized and fresh. However, one person said they weren’t “too sure on the smell.”

If this is your nighttime hero, Lisa’s other Nip+Fab suggestion is a must-have for the daytime: a handy SPF mist that can be applied under or over make-up, which also contains collagen-boosting peptides. One user even claims, “I was told my skin was glowing,” citing other users who have already tried it.

A picture of Medik8 Liquid Peptides Advanced MP serum
Another popular peptide product(Image: Medik8)

We also recommend Garnier Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Face Protection Mist SPF50+, currently priced at $8.67, and Ultra Violette Preen Screen SPF 50+ Reapplication Mist, which costs $ 32.

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We adore SkinCeuticals P-Tiox Neuro-Peptide Serum, £130, and The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + HA Serum, £15.90, for other excellent peptide serum recommendations at either end of the price range.

At least five reported killed in large explosion at China chemical plant

In a massive chemical plant explosion in eastern China, at least five people have died and 19 have been injured, according to reports from state media.

According to Chinese state media and the state-run Xinhua agency, six people are still missing after the explosion at the Shandong Youdao Chemical plant in the city of Weifang in Shandong province late on Tuesday morning.

According to them, the plant, which is situated in a park, produces chemical components for use in pharmaceuticals and pesticides.

Orange and black smoke plumes atop the sky were captured in videos that were posted on Chinese social media and were verified by the Reuters news agency.

One of the videos revealed that the explosion had removed the windows from nearby buildings’ hinges.

More than 230 responders were dispatched to the scene in response to the explosion and the blaze that started, according to CCTV.

Smoke emitted from a second, unidentified facility close to the chemical plant and from a second, unidentified facility was captured by a drone video posted by The Beijing News, a government-run publication.

A textile company, a machinery company, and an industrial coating material manufacturing company are listed next to Youdao’s plant in Baidu Maps, a navigation app.

No results were made available at the time the Weifang Ecological Environment Bureau conducted a site-test at the blast site, according to the company’s statement. According to The Beijing News, it advised residents in the vicinity to use face masks in the interim.

A local resident who declined to be identified because of fear of reprisals claimed in a video that his home, which is located more than 7 kilometers (4. 3 miles) from the plant, shook as a result of the explosion’s impact.

Response teams should quickly contain the fire and count the people who were impacted, according to a statement from China’s emergency response authority.

According to the company’s website, Shandong Youdao Chemical was founded in the Gaomi Renhe chemical park in Weifang in August 2019. The plant employs more than 300 people and has a total area of 47 hectares (116 acres).

In recent years, there have been blasts at chemical plants in China, including one in the northwest of Ningxia in 2024 and another in Jiangxi, in 2023.

More than 170 people were killed and 700 were hurt in two massive explosions that occurred in Tianjin’s port city in 2015, which also left 700 people injured. The incident led to the government enforcing regulations governing chemical storage.

13 people were killed in a second explosion at a Shandong chemical plant in 2015.

Norrie Shocks Medvedev To Reach French Open Second Round

Britain’s Cameron Norrie ousted former world number one Daniil Medvedev in a marathon five-set first round match at the French Open on Tuesday.

Former US Open champion and five-time Grand Slam runner-up Medvedev was dumped out in the first round for the sixth time in Paris, losing 7-5, 6-3, 4-6, 1-6, 7-5.

British number one Norrie, ranked 81, took just under four hours to wrap up his first win in five meetings against the 11th-seeded Russian.

“It was a great atmosphere, it really felt I had momentum in the first set and he raised his level”, said Norrie.

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“I managed to get it over the line, it was a crazy match, he’s got me the last four our five matches”.

The 29-year-old Medvedev’s best finish in Paris was the quarter-finals in 2021.

Norrie, also 29, plays the second round in Paris for the fifth time where he meets either American Aleksandar Kovacevic or Argentina’s Federico Gomez.