The Times Saturday Quiz: May 3, 2025
2 Which two-digit number describes a cone of ice cream with a chocolate flake in it?
3 In 2024, who became the first London mayor to win a third term?
4 The Borders Railway runs between which capital city and Tweedbank?
5 In 1945, which Casablanca star bought the yacht Santana for $50,000?
6 Begun in 1833, the Oxford Movement was a conservative movement within which church?
7 What number is half a gross?
8 The watercolours in Georgia O'Keeffe's Evening Star series likely depict which planet?
9 Which premium supermarket's long partnership with the online food retailer Ocado ended in 2020?
10 Which English singer released the chart-topping 2014 debut album In the Lonely
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Your Bank Holiday sorted - Greenbelt Festival weekend & day tickets available
Thursday 21 – Sunday 24 August 2025 l Boughton House l Kettering. Not sorted your August Bank Holiday yet? Then get yourself, your family, and your friends to this year's Greenbelt Festival. Not only does it have some amazing headline acts, it's also one of the only UK festivals that is truly inclusive and multi-generational. It's three full days to hangout with people of every age, gender, background, and faith; it's where hope exists in abundance, ideas are shared, serious partying taking place. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Where else can you get your groove on with the jaw-dropping; awe-inspiring disco-gospel-soul family affair, Annie and the Caldwells, party with the amazing, party-starting Afrobeat funk, hip-hop fusion band, K.O.G; be inspired by Silent Witness actor and disability activist, Liz Carr; learn about the global arms trade from former politician and lifelong campaigner for peace, Jeremy Corbyn? Photo credit: Becca Hicks And how about activist and Bridgerton actor, Adjoa Andoh; the thrilling and revolutionary (in every sense of the word) Bab L'Bluz with their liberating North African blues; musician and activist, Brian Eno; the queen of English folk, Kate Rusby; the amazing, party-starting Afrobeat funk, hip-hop fusion band, K.O.G; the unstoppable force of Brit Rock, Nadine Shah; clothier, sustainability advocate, the Sewing Bee's Patrick Grant; and Sarah Corbett's Craftivist in Residence. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Annie and the Caldwells Come for the full weekend or just the day. There are still weekend and day tickets available (be quick though!) Weekend tickets start from £180 and day tickets (which Greenbelt has reduced to pre-pandemic prices!) are £60 for adults, concessions £35, under 18s £20, and under 5s are £10. You can grab your tickets until midnight on 20 August and then on the day. HEADLINER DEEP DIVE - ARE YOU READY? MAIN STAGE - THE GLADE ARENA ANNIE AND THE CALDWELLS - It's a family affair Bringing the soul to disco, and the joy to Greenbelt: it's Annie & The Caldwells! Annie, her two daughters, Deborah and Anjessica, goddaughter Toni Rivers, eldest son Willie Jr, and youngest son Abel Aquarius make music that not just moves you spiritually but emotionally. Recently featured in the Guardian's best albums of 2025, this is one act you have to see! MAIN STAGE - THE GLADE ARENA K.O.G - Afro-fusion guaranteed to get the party started! Saturday night is party-night at the Glade Arena with the amazing talent of Kweku Sackey aka K.O.G (Kweku of Ghana) - an awesome blend of Afrobeat, funk, and hip-hop; shamanistic live performance, fierce raps and perfect on-pitch singing, all topped off with some absolutely wicked dance moves. Inspired and musically influenced by the likes of Tom Waits, Quincy Jones, Bob Marley, Sizzla, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Pavarotti (to name but a few) he's performed all over the world from Glastonbury to the Commonwealth Games. This is your chance to see him and his epic band at this summer's Greenbelt. THE PAGODA VENUE LIZ CARR - Better off Dead? Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad You'll recognise actor Liz Carr for her role as formidable forensic examiner, Clarissa Mullery, in BBC 1's Silent Witness, as well as appearing in hit TV shows such as Good Omens, Loki, and The Witcher. More recently Liz hosted the BBC documentary, 'Better off Dead?' which explored the repercussions of assisted suicide, and why she believes it shouldn't be legalised in the UK. As an international activist for disability Liz feels it's her duty to present the alternative view point to assisted dying and her right to live. THE PAGODA VENUE THE SEWING BEE'S PATRICK GRANT - The circular economy of fashion Currently back on your screens for the new series of BBC 2's The Sewing Bee, Patrick Grant has a lot to say about clothes. How many we buy, how we value them, what they're made from, and importantly who made them and where. His campaigning clothes brand Community Clothing supports local clothing and textile manufacturers across the UK. An outspoken advocate for radical change in the fashion and clothing industry, Patrick encourages us to move towards reducing consumption of higher quality goods, whilst ensuring a circular and regenerative economy. THE PAGODA VENUE - SATURDAY Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad ADJOA ANDOH - Bridgerton's Queen Charlotte comes to Boughton House Actor, writer, director, with a career spanning four decades, from Dr Who to The Witcher, Adjoa Andoh is best known for playing Lady Danbury in Bridgerton and in its prequel Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton story. She's trod the boards at the National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare and made her Hollywood debut alongside Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon in Invictus. Greenbelt is excited to welcome Adjoa who'll be speaking on her life as an actor, her journey of faith and justice, with a special focus on her advocacy around fair trade. THE MAIN STAGE - THE GLADE ARENA - FRIDAY BAB L'BLUZ - reclaiming the blue for North Africa Subverting the status quo, fronted by an African-Moroccan woman in traditionally male role, Bab L'Baz is devoted to a revolution in attitude which mirrors Morocco's 'nayda' youth movement (a new wave of artists and musicians taking their cues from local heritage, singing words of freedom in the Moroccan Arabic dialect of darija). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad This power quartet travels the globe to distill its hypnotic riffs and spread its mystical and liberating headbanging frenzy to its audience. Bab L' Bluz has stormed the music scene receiving critical acclaim and a raft of awards including Mojo Top 10 world Album of the Year, Songlines Best albums of 2020. Currently on a world tour, (including Greenbelt!) make sure you're front-centre for this pedal-to-the-mental, energetic gig. MAIN STAGE - GLADE ARENA - SUNDAY KATE RUSBY - The undisputed Queen Of British Folk Delighted to welcome back to this year's Greenbelt, it's the fantastic Kate Rusby with her sublime brand new album - and performing with a full band - for the first time in 10 years! If that wasn't enough Kate will be joined by the ever-brilliant breakthrough gospel act, Annie and the Caldwells, who are making their first appearance at Greenbelt after bursting onto the scene over the last year with an authentic and unadulterated disco-tinged gospel joy. THE MAIN STAGE - GLADE ARENA - FRIDAY NADINE SHAH - Tour de force of Brit Rock Don't miss the sensational Nadie Shah as she brings her unique mix of indie rock, jazz, post-punk meets folk-rock to the the Glade Arena on Friday night. Nadine will also be in conversation on Friday. Described as a force of British rock, her lyrics explore tough themes such as the Syrian refugee crisis, Islamophobia, sexism, mental health and addiction. She has also been part of calls for a ceasefire in the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In 2024 alone Nadine supported Young Fathers and then Depeche Mode on their European and UK Arena tour, which she followed-up with her very own sold-out UK headline tour! She was also a special guest for New Order at Wythenshawe Park and Elbow at Ludlow Castle. She topped off the year with a short European winter tour that culminated in her biggest UK show to date at Kentish Town Forum. NO FLY ZONE - SATURDAY & AROUND THE FESTIVAL SITE - ALL WEEKEND BRIAN ENO - where religion and art and collide No introduction needed for this music industry legend. A founding member of Roxy Music, Brain's released over 40 albums as a solo artist, and produced albums with Talking Heads, Coldplay, U2 and James as well as collaborating on recordings with music superstars such as David Bowie and Gracie Jones. As well as being a founding member of the Long Now Foundation, a trustee of Client Earth, and patron of Videre est Credere, Brian launched EarthPercent in April 2021, which raises money from the music industry for some of the most impactful environmental charities working on the climate emergency. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Catch Brian in conversation with Unitarian minister and member of his Hard Art Collective, Liz Slade, exploring the question: is art a form of religion or is religion a form of art? SARAH CORBETT, CRAFTIVIST IN RESIDENCE - ALL WEEKEND AROUND THE FESTIVAL SITE Sarah Corbett is an award-winning activist, Ashoka Fellow, author and founder of the global Craftivism Collective. She has dedicated over a decade to the Craftivism Collective, honing her unique approach to craftivism (craft + activism). With over a decade of honing her unique 'Gentle Protest' methodology, combining neuroscience, positive psychology, campaign strategy and beautiful handicrafts. Sarah has worked with national and international charities, museums, galleries and unusual allies such as Secret Cinema for its Shawshank Redemption series of epic events. She was included in the Crafts Council 2018 'Power List'. Sarah will be popping up at different venues across the festival weekend as part of her craftivist residency. She will also be in conversation with Patrick Grant discussing fast fashion, the importance of sustainability and the circular economy. THE PAGODA VENUE - SUNDAY Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad JEREMY CORBYN - How the global arms trade is running the world Former leader of the Labour Party, and MP of 42 years, Jeremy Corbyn is a lifelong campaigner for peace, justice and human rights. In 2021 he founded the Peace & Justice Project, a movement which brings people together for social and economic justice, peace and human rights in Britain and across the world. Jeremy will be discussing his book, 'Monstrous Anger of the Guns: How the Global Arms Trade is Ruining the World and What We Can Do About It'. Published on the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, it lays bare the dark and deceitful world of the global arms trade. The arms trade is also examined in Greenbelt's theatre space with the hard-hitting play, 'The Mistake', and through the festival's links with Christian Aid. Elsewhere highlights include… Comedy Club headliner Lost Voice Guy and brilliant boundary-breaking, comedy new-comer Fatihia El-Ghorri; Michael Mears' hard-hitting play, The Mistake - which has been described by 'The List' as a 'powerful examination of humanity in the wake of Hiroshima'; BAMBOO from Nofit State, the spectacular new high-impact, high-skill outdoor circus production using only bamboo and human bodies; and the deliciously camp and exceedingly awesome drag queen legend, Crudi Dench! WANT TO KNOW MORE? Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Here's the official line up poster! Or pop over to Greenbelt's website to check out the line-up in all its glory. HOW DO I GET A TICKET? Greenbelt Festival's pay-what-you-can ticketing model is back Greenbelt Festival's radical and inclusive pay-what-you-can ticketing pricing structure means those who can pay – do – and those who can't – have the opportunity to pay what they can. There's three simple price-points for adult tickets: Supported, Standard and Supporter. Adult weekend tickets cost just £180 for those who choose the Supported price, £240 for the festival's Standard ticket, and £300 for the pay-it-forward Supporter ticket. FESTIVAL CREDS Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Over the years Greenbelt has welcomed headline acts such as Pussy Riot, Sinead O'Connor, Kae Tempest, Estelle, Laura Mvula, Magic Numbers, Ezra Furman, and Mavis Staples to name but a few! It has seen early performances by future global artists such as Ed Sheeren, Corinne Bailey Rae, as well as the mighty U2 who played Greenbelt in 1981 when they had only released their first album. See you in the fields! FESTIVAL DATE & VENUE - Thursday 21 – Sunday 24 August 2025 l Boughton House l Kettering TICKET INFORMATION - You can buy tickets and find out more about Greenbelt's ticketing structure online.
Scottish Sun
3 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Ellie Goulding strips topless for sizzling mirror selfie
She looked amazing as posed up a storm in a mirror Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ELLIE Goulding has shown off her sensational figure while stripping topless for a sizzling mirror selfie. Pop star Ellie , 38, who has been quietly romancing toyboy Beau Minniear, covered her breasts with her hands as she took the racy snap in a full-length mirror. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Ellie Goulding has shared an almost nude selfie Credit: Instagram 6 She could be seen posing in the mirror without a bra on Credit: Instagram 6 Ellie often flaunts her svelte figure on social media Credit: Instagram 6 Hitmaker Ellie is said to be dating a younger American actor Credit: Ellie Goulding/Instagram Donning just a pair of lacey knickers, Ellie looked amazing as she snapped the risque photo, which was shared on her Instagram page on Wednesday afternoon. She was seen standing in a bedroom which had an ornate mirror and fancy furniture. The snap was in black and white, adding a sensual vibe to the photo. Ellie's hair was down and in a natural wavy style, with the singer appearing to ditch makeup for the occasion. Her slender frame was on full display in the sizzling snap, with her toned abs and thighs looking firm and lean. Fan pages have already started to reshare the snap Ellie posted on her Instagram stories. One fan page on X shared the image with a heart emoji covered in flames. While another wrote: "Girl," with an exhausted emoji. This comes after we reported that Ellie and her new man, 28, went public with their relationship last month. They went public as they sat in their ringside seats at Wembley Stadium for the world heavyweight boxing title clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois. Pop star Ellie Goulding teased fans about mystery new man with cryptic TikTok post Ellie shared a clip of her stroking a man's arm on TikTok, with the caption: "Just a little something to take the edge off." English chart-topper Ellie is believed to have met US actor Beau earlier this year. He has had a string of small acting parts in films and on American TV. Ellie announced she had separated from art dealer husband Caspar Jopling 18 months ago amid a short-lived fling with a Costa Rican surfing instructor. She and her ex Caspar tied the knot in 2019 at York Minster. Their ceremony took place in front of famous guests including the likes of Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice. The couple then went on to welcome their son Arthur in 2021. Ellie and Caspar were married for four years before they split. The talented singer has poured her former heartache into a new album and opened up about the split. Easy To Love Me, which Ellie debuted at London's Royal Albert Hall backed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, hints at the reason behind their separation. On the track, she sings: 'Every mistake I made was the last one, yet you still fight for us. "I know it's not easy to love me but I'm yours if you want me. 'I know it's not easy to love me but I'm yours, so completely. "I tried to soak up all the water you had to wade through just to reach me.' 6 Ellie is said to be smitten with Beau Minniear Credit: Getty
Daily Mirror
3 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
Love Is Blind UK fans 'work out' future for favourite couple after spotting subtle sign
Fans are already having their say on the Love Is Blind UK couples *Contains spoilers for Love Is Blind UK Season 2* Love Is Blind UK fans have worked out the future of one "favourite" couple as season two is released. The highly anticipated second season of Love Is Blind UK hit Netflix today with the first four episodes now available to stream. Brand new hopefuls are taking part in the unique experiment in a bid to find their perfect match. The twist? Not being able to see their potential partner in person, instead relying on a strong emotional bond. Once that connection is secured, then the couple will take their relationship to the next stage by getting engaged - only then will they meet in person. And with the first batch of episodes dropping today, fans are already having their say on who they think will make a strong relationship, or who will ultimately leave the show in tears. Kal and Sarover have formed a connection in the pods, but due to their differing backgrounds and the fact Sarover is not Kal's 'usual type', fans fear the worst. 29-year-old medical company owner Sarover grew up in a modern Indian family and has never had a serious relationship or dated outside of her ethnic background before. Growing up, she believed that a boyfriend should be the one she intended to marry. Kal, who is 32, from Wigan, has not had a relationship last for longer than a year. His dad is Pakistani and his mother is English and he is part of a large, close-knit family. Fans have "noticed" Kal seems particularly "cold" or "uninterested" in Sarover after taking their connection to the next step and asking her to marry him. One fan said on X: "Kal better not break Sarover's heart! She's a gorgeous girl… he is giving me a bad feeling with her not being his 'type'." Another penned: "You're done - sarover." A third added: "Kal needs to stop singing about Sarover not being his type, like we get it, don't make the girl feel insecure." Over on Reddit, one person wrote: "Its pretty clear that sarover and Kal are not getting married." Another added: "He seems to be very cold towards her and she needs a reassurance she won't be getting." A third worried: "I Hope the indian/pakistani thing won't set them back." However, despite some convinced of a future heartbreak, many fans say they are "rooting" for the pair. One person said: "Kal and Sarover are such a cute couple, rooting for them so far." A third confessed: "Don't want to speak too soon but Kal and Sarover are my ship and i'll ride with them till the end." A fourth added: "Sarova and Kal are my favorites so far." What's next for Sarover and Kal? Fans will have to tune in to find out.
