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Metro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Fiery EastEnders feud reignites as two major characters go to war
Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) and Elaine Peacock (Harriet Thorpe) are set to go to war again in upcoming EastEnders scenes. The pair haven't exactly been besties in the past, given both of their history with George Knight (Colin Salmon), and it is him that is set to cause further friction between them. With Cindy currently persona non grata among the family, George reaches out to her in upcoming scenes with a plan to get them back on side. However, it quickly becomes clear that Elaine isn't impressed by his interference. Cindy is left disappointed when she learns that Gina and Anna Knight (Francesca Henry and Molly Rainford) won't be attending the relaunch of The Albert, but things get worse when she realises how low ticket sales are. Heading out to the Square with Felix Baker (Matthew James Morrison) and Freddie Slater (Bobby Brazier) to drum up sales, Cindy soon finds herself embroiled in an argument with Elaine. Determined to out-do her rival, Elaine organises a karaoke night at the Vic on the same day as the relaunch, leaving Cindy frustrated. Unfortunately, Elaine's karaoke night is the least of Cindy's worries when Felix, Freddie and the rest of the staff walk out, realising they haven't been paid. Noticing her struggling, Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho) offers to help out, but soon George steps up instead. George's efforts leave Gina incredulous, but she soon relents and agrees to help when she sees how hard her mum is trying. At the Vic, Elaine celebrates with Freddie and Felix as news of Cindy's failure reaches them. However, the tables soon turn, and when the karaoke party ends up being a flop, Elaine is furious to learn how successful Cindy's relaunch party has become. More Trending Against George's advice, Elaine decides to attend the party, and Cindy takes the opportunity to gloat about how George helped her, riling Elaine up even further. As Elaine causes a scene before sniping at George, he leaves her behind to apologise to Cindy. View More » What will Elaine make of his betrayal? MORE: All 69 EastEnders pictures for next week as unexpected custody battle is ignited MORE: All EastEnders spoilers for next week as tensions reach breaking point MORE: Peter rocked to the core in EastEnders by discovery about Lauren – and it spells the end
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Ray Winstone wants to retire to Italy
Ray Winstone wants to move to Italy full-time. The 'Sexy Beast' star, 68, has been spending more time in Sicily in recent years and hopes to make the island his permanent home so he can enjoy a life in the sunshine with his wife Elaine, but he's still going "backwards and forwards" to the UK because he wants to spend time with his kids and his grandchildren as they are growing up. Ray told the Daily Star: "I'm backwards and forwards from here to Sicily. My family is here in England; my kids are here. "But when we get a chance me and Elaine have a little scoot. I'm 68 now, I want to rest in the sun … I'm getting old ain't I." Ray hasn't given up acting work entirely and has several projects coming up because he needs to "pay the rent". He added: "Sometimes you have to do a job to pay the rent. But I've read three really good ones [scripts] lately and if they come off I'll be very happy. You know when you read them, it's not a question of turning them down, it's thank you, I'm not interested. "But then there's other times when you read something you're not quite sure about but you need to pay the rent, so you will go and do that, you have to do that. "It's part and parcel of it; the taxman needs to be paid. B******! But there you go." One of Ray's upcoming projects is a TV series set in London in the 1970s which he's working on with the team behind hit movie 'The Departed'. In an interview with iFL TV, he spilled: 'I'm working on something with an old mate of mine; we worked together years ago on 'The Departed'. " We've put together a series about London from the '70s, all the way through up to today." Before Ray starts filming that he is reprising his role as Bobby Glass in Guy Ritchie's Netflix crime drama 'The Gentlemen', which also stars Theo James and Kaya Scodelario. Production on the follow-up series has begun and Ray is looking forward to getting stuck into his scenes after enjoying a break from acting. He said: 'I'm looking forward to getting back into the graft. Bobby Glass is back. I'm still in the prison, still nicked, but that's the best place for him. 'It's nice because I can come in and out and that way my daughter runs the business. It's a good dynamic. "I've got three scripts. I think we're moving into the legalisation of cannabis and all that stuff. "To be honest, I haven't seen the rest of the script so I don't know where the journey goes. In a way, it's a good thing. I don't mind that with this, because some of it is all over the place. "And then Guy edits it and puts it all together and it becomes a story. It kind of worked that way last time."
AsiaOne
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Uniqlo's local food tees draw buzz for looking ‘eerily similar' to Singapore brand Musoka Club, Lifestyle News
SINGAPORE — Japanese fashion retailer Uniqlo's latest campaign spotlighting Singapore's food heritage is getting buzz — but not for the right reasons. Its new UTme! Local Delights Collection, a limited series of T-shirts released on last Friday (May 23) as part of the brand's annual Thank You Festival, has drawn comparisons online to small local clothing brand Musoka Club ( Uniqlo's series features designs inspired by iconic local dishes in five prints depicting kaya toast, chilli crab, chicken rice, laksa and bak kut teh. The shirts, priced at $29.90 each, were designed in collaboration with local artists Tiffany Lovage and Kenneth Seow. They are sold only at selected Uniqlo stores, including in Orchard Central and Jewel Changi Airport. They caught the attention of Musoka Club's founder, who wishes to be known only as Ms Elaine, a week ago when Uniqlo started teasing its series on Instagram. She began receiving messages from customers asking if the series was Musoka Club's collaboration with Uniqlo. Some followers left comments on Uniqlo Singapore's Instagram, saying the designs look 'eerily similar' and remarking that 'imitation is the sincerest form of flattery but copying without credit is not — please respect original work'. Musoka Club's Dress Code: Kopitiam Series collection was launched in July 2023 for Singapore's 58th birthday, and featured the same five local dishes as well as a sixth, nasi lemak. The T-shirts are priced at $59 each. Ms Elaine tells The Straits Times that the resemblance was 'too similar' for her to stay silent. Apart from the choice of dishes, she cites specific design elements including centralised food illustrations, use of descriptive arrows for each ingredient, retro-styled food titles and short descriptions at the bottom of the T-shirt as uncanny similarities. The 29-year-old, who founded Musoka Club in 2020, says: 'At first, we didn't dare to reply or even like the comments because we didn't want to come off as saying Uniqlo copied us. But the similarities were so big that people started assuming it was a collaboration.' As the post gained traction, she dug deeper and found that Mr Seow follows Musoka Club on Instagram. 'It's been both heartwarming and painful to watch the public speak up on our behalf while we remained quiet,' she adds. Started as a side hustle during the Covid-19 pandemic, Musoka Club is today run by a team of three, including a part-time illustrator. Its Kaya Toast Club shirt began as a joke, but became its most successful launch and is the design most new customers start with. The label has since collaborated with companies including Starbucks, Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks and Sapporo to create merchandise T-shirts. Acknowledging that it is hard to claim ownership on design inspiration, Ms Elaine says: 'We know no one owns Singapore's food culture — it belongs to all of us. But when a bigger brand puts out something so visually close to ours, it feels like watching your proudest work get mistaken for someone else's." She had let slide other instances in the past when smaller brands or university committees designed T-shirts in a similar style. On one occasion, she received backlash for issuing a statement against a new brand whose similar shirts had caused confusion among fans, which left her 'burned' and wary about speaking out again. 'We understand that it could be a style that's similar in inspiration. But when a global brand does something this similar, our original work risks looking like the copy, and customers will think we're the ones chasing trends. We wanted to show that we didn't copy someone else.' As Musoka Club does not have loud branding on its shirts, 'it's easy for our customers to be misled to thinking it's an extension of our collection that we did some time back', she adds, expressing concern that Uniqlo's lower prices may lead people to think that hers are not worth paying for. 'And because they're a global brand, they'll always reach a wider audience first.' In response to queries from ST, a spokesperson for Uniqlo Singapore says in a statement: 'We are aware of the recent conversations surrounding this initiative. We respect the dialogue it has sparked and remain committed to fostering open, thoughtful engagement within our creative community.' The spokesperson adds: 'Uniqlo has proudly supported local since 2009, with a deep commitment to connecting meaningfully with our community. Our latest UTme! Local Delights Collection was created in celebration of Singapore's vibrant food culture, together with home-grown artists and beloved local food brands. 'Food has long been part of our cultural storytelling. For example, in 2017 and 2020, we also highlighted local favourites such as chicken rice, laksa, nasi lemak, kaya toast and kopi and hotpot in our UTme! collection, as a tribute to everyday Singaporean experiences.' Ms Elaine emphasises that her intention is not to level accusations of copyright infringement against Uniqlo, but to safeguard Musoka Club's future. 'Once a design is mass-produced by a global brand, the design will feel expired. We can't use it again without feeling like we copied them. We have plans to launch other food series using the same template. But now, the first impression people – especially Uniqlo's customers – will get would be that we're jumping onto the trend. 'To us, it's not just a design because it's our No. 1 bestseller; it's our identity. It feels like we lost that special thing we used to have.' [[nid:718421]] This article was first published in The Straits Times. 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The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘How do I bottle the feeling of the past month' – Andrew Porter's wife Elaine savours motherhood in adorable snaps
ELAINE Porter asked "How do I bottle the feeling of the past month" while sharing cute snaps of her and husband Andrew's first few days as parents. She 6 Elaine shared this photo of her breastfeeding their son while still in the maternity hospital Credit: @elainecporter 6 As well as this one taken after they got home Credit: @elainecporter 6 They've yet to reveal his name Credit: @elainecporter 6 Elaine also shared a few photos from the final days of her pregnancy Credit: @elainecporter The couple are yet to share their son's name, however, she did post a few additional photos from what's been a life-changing few weeks for them. Alongside that sweet sentiment of bottling the feeling of becoming a mother she included a punchline which would resonate with any other parents reading it. She quipped: "How do I bottle the feeling of the past month? Minus the lack of sleep of course." Upon the initial reveal that she'd given birth, a bunch of high-profile rugby figures were among their well-wishers. Read More On Irish Sport Sean O'Brien hailed: "Congratulations guys!" Meanwhile Scottish star Xander Fagerson showcased a bit of prop unity among Six Nations rivals. He added: "Congratulations to you both!" Their son's arrival is surely all the more meaningful given they had to previously endure two miscarriages. Reflecting on that awful spell in their lives while looking ahead to finally becoming a father, Andrew stated in January: "Halfway there baby boy… Most read in Rugby Union "2024 was a rollercoaster of a year after two miscarriages, but we are starting 2025 with the biggest blessing and cannot wait to meet him in a few months." Unfortunately, Andrew will soon have to depart for the southern hemisphere for a few weeks once 'Jack Crowley he's coming for you' jokes Peter O'Mahony's wife Jess as son practices his rugby skills The 29-year-old is They'll actually begin their 10-match tour in the familiar surrounds of the Aviva Stadium in what could wind up being their toughest fixture when Argentina come to Dublin on June 20. The squad will then fly out to Australia for matches against the Western Force, Queensland Reds, NSW Waratahs and the ACT Brumbies. A Test against an Invitational Australia/New Zealand team will serve as the final warm-up a week out from the first Test. 6 Andrew cradling their bundle of joy Credit: @elainecporter 6 Top seeds Leinster start the URC play-offs with a home tie against Scarlets on Saturday That opening fixture against the Wallabies will come on July 19 in Brisbane at Suncorp Stadium, followed by a clash with a First Nations & Pasifika XV the following Tuesday. The second Test against the Wallabies will be at the MCG in Melbourne before the series finishes up in Sydney at Accor Stadium. British & Irish Lions Squad - Forwards: Tadhg Beirne (Ireland), Ollie Chessum (England), Jack Conan (Ireland), Luke Cowan-Dickie (England), Scott Cummings (Scotland), Tom Curry (England), Ben Earl (England), Zander Fagerson (Scotland), Backs :
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to Start The Last Voyage Quest in Tainted Grail The Fall of Avalon
Image via: Awaken Realms There is no shortage of complex quests filled with ethical ambiguity and cryptic lore. Yet in the midst of all that moral grey, we find The Last Voyage — a side quest that lends itself to exploration over puzzles. What begins as a simple conversation in a quiet village tavern soon spirals into the unknown, where shipwrecks, ghostly foes, and lost relics await. Getting Started: A Mysterious Book and a Lady's Request Words, not swords or spells, mark the start of your journey. Lady Elaine is an enigmatic character tucked away inside Ron's Tavern in the Horns of the South. After an intriguing slice of conversation regarding your very own character's background, she hands you a book to read. Do not skim it; Elaine will demand that you answer, and only the correct answers will win her trust. The Last Voyage Quest Walkthrough - Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon Satisfied, she will birth forth the legend of the Andraste, a ship lost at sea and its cargo coveted by rumor of an ancient relic. The location of the wreck is lost to her, but she does suggest that you pay a visit to the museum in the nearby Fortress and have a chat with a man named Rhydderic. From Tavern to Treasure Hunt: The Search for the Andraste Rhydderic at the museum in the Horns of the South Fortress guides you to the watery grave of the Andraste—off Smuggler's Bay. The actual wreck lies below the waves, but hard searching will surely lead you to the sunken remains of the vessel Beneath the Temple: Cavern of Secrets and Final Confrontation Your destination is at the foot of the cliff near The All Mother's Temple. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The cave's entrance is concealed, and the descent is a darker one. Be prepared inside to engage the Drowners—restless sea-corpses who protect the remnants of that place. Further in is the climax of the quest: a terrible boss battle against the "Scourge of the Seas," a giant horror made of salt and bone. Your reward for slaying him is the Tidepiercer, a worthy weapon carrying the full weight of the quest. The Last Voyage – Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon The chamber might appear to house a tremendously huge statue. But upon closer inspection, it is not art: a half-buried skeleton of a Fore Dweller—the obscure race of beings who once conditioned Avalon. This is the relic Lady Elaine was after, tying the quest into the broader theme of lost knowledge and ancient powers in the game. Why Does This Quest Matter Though The Last Voyage may lack the moral questions other chapters of Tainted Grail contain, it is strong on atmosphere and world-building. It is a classic treasure-hunting tale that becomes a tribute to the lore of Avalon while offering players a closed narrative filled with mystery, danger, and worthy loot. For players wishing to take a break from weighty decisions to engage in an old-fashioned relic hunt, The Last Voyage promises a nice respite from the road to Avalon's unraveling. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
