Tom Hiddleston, Zawe Ashton expecting second child
Broadway star Zawe Ashton and Avengers actor Tom Hiddleston have announced that they are expecting their second child together.
According to People magazine, the couple shared the news through a pregnancy announcement in a recent interview.
Ashton proudly showed off her baby bump at the UK premiere of Hiddleston's 'The Life of Chuck' during SXSW London on June 7.
Ashton wore an elegant Emilia Wickstead sky-blue silk crepe gown to showcase her baby bump on the red carpet.
This adorable moment marked a special milestone in their relationship, which began when they met while co-starring in the 2019 play 'Betrayal.'
The couple welcomed their first child in October 2022 and now looks forward to expanding their family further.
Ashton's pregnancy journey has been documented through various events, including her baby bump debut at a movie screening in June 2022.
Although Hiddleston rarely speaks about their relationship, he expressed happiness about their partnership in a March 2022 interview. The couple got engaged in 2022.
Speaking about 'The Life of Chuck', it is a film that has garnered attention for its unique storytelling and exploration of complex themes.
The movie likely explores themes of life, mortality, and human connection, given the title's introspective nature.
The narrative might follow the life journey of its protagonist, Chuck, delving into his experiences, relationships, and personal growth.
The film features Tom Hiddleston, among other actors, bringing the story to life with their performances.
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Khaleej Times
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- Khaleej Times
Tom Hiddleston, Zawe Ashton expecting second child
Broadway star Zawe Ashton and Avengers actor Tom Hiddleston have announced that they are expecting their second child together. According to People magazine, the couple shared the news through a pregnancy announcement in a recent interview. Ashton proudly showed off her baby bump at the UK premiere of Hiddleston's 'The Life of Chuck' during SXSW London on June 7. Ashton wore an elegant Emilia Wickstead sky-blue silk crepe gown to showcase her baby bump on the red carpet. This adorable moment marked a special milestone in their relationship, which began when they met while co-starring in the 2019 play 'Betrayal.' The couple welcomed their first child in October 2022 and now looks forward to expanding their family further. Ashton's pregnancy journey has been documented through various events, including her baby bump debut at a movie screening in June 2022. Although Hiddleston rarely speaks about their relationship, he expressed happiness about their partnership in a March 2022 interview. The couple got engaged in 2022. Speaking about 'The Life of Chuck', it is a film that has garnered attention for its unique storytelling and exploration of complex themes. The movie likely explores themes of life, mortality, and human connection, given the title's introspective nature. The narrative might follow the life journey of its protagonist, Chuck, delving into his experiences, relationships, and personal growth. The film features Tom Hiddleston, among other actors, bringing the story to life with their performances.
The National
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- The National
Saving the ocean is easier than we realised, says David Attenborough
In August 2022, David Attenborough was sitting in the kitchen with his daughter Susan and long-time friend and collaborator Keith Scholey. They were sketching out the idea for a new film – one that would reveal the ocean as humanity had never seen it before. It was an ambitious vision for any filmmaker, let alone one in his mid-90s. 'We worked out that, if we were to do it, it would release in 2025,' Scholey tells The National. 'Then, suddenly, Susan just looked at David and said, a little nervously: '2025. You'll be 99. That seems like quite a big number.' Attenborough, of course, was undeterred. 'David just said, 'Oh, don't worry about that. Come on. Let's go,' Scholey recalls. This is David Attenborough as Scholey has always known him – brilliant, clear-minded, and indefatigable. 'David is a one off,' Scholey says. Their latest collaboration, Ocean with David Attenborough, releases today on Disney+ in the Middle East to commemorate World Oceans Day, and airs on National Geographic throughout the week. While this isn't the first time the legendary British broadcaster and biologist has ventured into the brine, it may be his most surprising. And it's a positive surprise – one that Attenborough himself was struck by during production. Over the past 40 years, the deeper he's immersed himself in the natural world, the more he's evolved into a vocal environmental advocate. And simultaneously, the closer he's looked at the damage caused by human activity, the more dire the picture has seemed. But in Ocean with David Attenborough, he and his collaborators discovered something unexpected: The ocean can be saved, and doing so may be easier than we ever imagined. 'David was completely surprised, as I was, about the capacity for the ocean to recover,' says co-director Toby Nowlan. 'There's an overriding feeling of hope in this story, and it isn't false hope. This is a real, tangible piece of hope that we can shout about from the rooftops.' What's the secret to healing the ocean's poor health? Stepping away and letting the ocean heal itself. Nowlan says: 'I didn't really understand this until I started working on the film, despite working with wildlife all my life.' Throughout the film, Attenborough and the crew explore once-devastated areas of the ocean that were marked for conservation, banning all fishing and other human activity. What they found is that, in each protected area, not only did the ecosystem make a roaring comeback – but the benefits spread far the area's borders. Attenborough says in the film: 'Wherever we have given the ocean time and space, it has recovered faster and on a greater scale than we dared to imagine possible. And it has the power to go even further.' So what exactly is the plan? 'It's quite clear. 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That, in part, is why they were so glad to have the gravitas of Attenborough, particularly as their message became 'a real, tangible piece of hope that we can shout about from the rooftops,' says Nowlan. 'I don't think there's anyone who knows the natural world better than David. His name means trust. If he says something, then it's real. And for him to say that this is the most important story he's ever told and the greatest message he's ever brought to us, it really means something.' Scholey first met Attenborough when he was 21, doing PhD research at Bristol University. He was helping him with his second-ever big series – The Living Planet – and even then, he felt like a larger-than-life figure. 'I was so intimidated by him. He was a giant in the television world.' The more he got to know Attenborough, however, the more he saw that his reputation only scratched the surface. 'He's a renaissance person,' says Scholey. 'He's interested in everything. It's not just zoology – I don't think there's anyone who knows more about classical music. I suppose that's why time is so important to him. He never wastes a minute – and he sets very high standards.' Scholey, 67, finds that as much as he's changed since they met, Attenborough hasn't changed at all. In fact, as they worked on Ocean, he often felt like he's grown older than Attenborough has – as Attenborough's mental state and attitude haven't deteriorated one iota. 'Throughout my whole career with David, we've always worked the same way. David gives us a framework, and we go off and get researchers, find details, then come back together again. And David is collaborative throughout. 'David looks at everything with a laser, because he knows he's going to be the guy who ends up saying it. He takes responsibility for everything he says. And the more he's become a global figure, the more that responsibility has got increasingly onerous on him. He's very wise.' Ocean with David Attenborough, the result of three years of production, took its directors to all seven continents – including 500 hours filming underwater, 300 days at sea, and even sequences filmed from space. But when they think back to its production, it's the moments with Attenborough they are most grateful for – particularly, as Attenborough acknowledges for the film, he's nearing the end of his life's journey. Nowlan says: 'I remember being on the beach with him, filming the opening and closing lines to the film. David said: 'after living 100 years on Earth, I realise that nowhere is more important than the sea. And if we save the sea, we save our world.' 'David said that with such intensity and intimacy that every time I hear those words now in the film, it reaches right inside of me and just grabs my heart. It's the most powerful words I think I've ever heard the man say in any film. It's extraordinary.'
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Look: UAE leaders share loving family photos amid Eid Al Adha celebrations
As the sun rose on June 6 across the UAE, the day began with warmth, reflection, and a deep sense of togetherness. Families across the nation gathered early in the morning for prayers, shared meals, and embraced the spirit of giving and gratitude that defines Eid Al Adha. Images across social media gave residents a glimpse into how royals were also celebrating the occasion. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, was seen seated right in the middle of his grandchildren in a heartwarming photograph — take a look: His grandchildren — dressed in kanduras and mukhawaras — are seen smiling at the camera in what seems to be a classic family photograph. That, however, was not the only image from the day. The Ruler was also photographed with a big smile, next to some of his grandchildren. Bringing his warm and loving parental nature to the fore, he also gave one of his grandchildren a peck on the cheek. The touching image shows the Ruler's fondness of family, as he holds onto his grandchild in a warm embrace. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This is not the only time that the Ruler was seen as a grandparent. Sheikh Hamdan, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has often shared endearing images of his children with Sheikh Mohammed. On the occasion of Eid, Sheikh Hamdan, one of the most popular royals online, extended his wishes to his followers. He shared a photograph of himself with his youngest daughter, Hind, who was born on March 22 this year. The father was seen holding his daughter close — with her wearing a festive blue ribbon in her hair. The spirit of togetherness was also felt in a photograph of the Ruler of Ajman who was also captured standing proudly among his grandchildren — all dressed in traditional Emirati attire. In true tradition, the UAE's royal family joined the nation in prayer and celebration, taking time to be with their loved ones. They joined in at prayers at local mosques and received well-wishers from the community on the occasion.
