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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
New petrolheads who will take over as hosts on The Grand Tour reboot revealed
One of them has interviewed many stars and has some very famous fans THE REBRAND TOUR New petrolheads who will take over as hosts on The Grand Tour reboot revealed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE Grand Tour's replacements for Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May have been revealed by insiders. Prime Video bosses have turned to petrol-head YouTube stars Thomas Holland and James Engelsman, plus social media sensation Francis Bourgeois. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Canadian Thomas Holland (above) and James Engelsman's Throttle House brand has 3.2million subscribers 5 The duo's videos, including road tests and reviews, regularly get more than 2.5million views (above James) 5 Francis Bourgeois became famous for his love of trainspotting Credit: Rex A source said: 'Thomas and James are as knowledgeable about motors as Jeremy, Richard and James — the only difference is they're younger, cooler and a lot more social media savvy. 'Francis became famous for his love of trainspotting and will be bringing his humour to the show.' Canadian Thomas and Brit James' Throttle House brand has 3.2million subscribers. Biology graduate Thomas launched the channel in 2015 'out of boredom' and fan James joined three years later after meeting in Toronto. Their videos, including road tests and reviews, regularly get more than 2.5million views. The Sun revealed London-born Francis, 24, was in talks to join the line-up in March. His trainspotting videos went viral in 2021 and he has interviewed stars including Jesse Lingard, AJ Tracey, Tom Daley and Louis Theroux. Francis, real name Luke Magnus Nicolson, has 2.4million followers on Instagram and another 3.3million on TikTok. Among them are the Prince and Princess of Wales. Jeremy, Richard and James filmed their final episode last year after six series. The Grand Tour's final episode sees Jeremy Clarkson send a car over the edge of a cliff 5 The trio are replacing Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May Credit: Handout 5 The final episode of The Grand Tour with the original trio was filmed last year Credit: YouTube Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club.
Sydney Morning Herald
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
She was told women weren't funny. Jennifer Saunders and Dawn French showed her otherwise
When British stand-up comedian Jen Brister brings her latest show, Reactive, to Australia, she will perform in almost entirely sold-out rooms. Rewind to 1998, and the scenario was a little different. Brister was living in the Melbourne beachside suburb of St Kilda and would spend her Sunday evenings at the Hotel Esplanade, performing five-to-seven-minute sets at the weekly comedy night. They rarely went well. 'I'd wake up at 2am going, 'Oh my God, all those people saw me do that terrible gig!' ' she laughs from her hotel in New Zealand, where she's launching the Reactive world tour. Regardless, the promoter would always implore her to come back the next week. 'He'd say, 'That's stand-up. You keep going until you're good.' He saw something in me.' Despite such inauspicious beginnings, the London-born 50-year-old claims she never entertained an alternative career. 'I've had such a love-hate relationship with comedy because it's been so difficult, and I found it at times quite traumatic to make my way through to reach any kind of success,' she says. 'And I'm not talking about selling out in Australia, I'm talking about making a living on the club circuit 10 to 15 years ago, which was what I was aspiring to.
The Age
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
She was told women weren't funny. Jennifer Saunders and Dawn French showed her otherwise
When British stand-up comedian Jen Brister brings her latest show, Reactive, to Australia, she will perform in almost entirely sold-out rooms. Rewind to 1998, and the scenario was a little different. Brister was living in the Melbourne beachside suburb of St Kilda and would spend her Sunday evenings at the Hotel Esplanade, performing five-to-seven-minute sets at the weekly comedy night. They rarely went well. 'I'd wake up at 2am going, 'Oh my God, all those people saw me do that terrible gig!' ' she laughs from her hotel in New Zealand, where she's launching the Reactive world tour. Regardless, the promoter would always implore her to come back the next week. 'He'd say, 'That's stand-up. You keep going until you're good.' He saw something in me.' Despite such inauspicious beginnings, the London-born 50-year-old claims she never entertained an alternative career. 'I've had such a love-hate relationship with comedy because it's been so difficult, and I found it at times quite traumatic to make my way through to reach any kind of success,' she says. 'And I'm not talking about selling out in Australia, I'm talking about making a living on the club circuit 10 to 15 years ago, which was what I was aspiring to.
Belfast Telegraph
3 days ago
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
Northern Ireland boss' trust allowing me to thrive, says proud defender
Ellie Mason is putting the recent advancement in her international career down to a strong comeback from injury that ended her 2023/24 season in mid-March and a connection with Northern Ireland manager Tanya Oxtoby. International football has been something of a slow burner for London-born Mason, who qualifies to pull on the green shirt thanks to her late Ballymena-born grandfather. Until now. The 29-year-old is about to double her cap total in the space of five months, and much of that is on the back of a second-half performance against Friday's Nations League opponents Poland in February having started each of the three games since in which Northern Ireland are unbeaten. 'Last season, I had an injury that set me back a bit, but after getting over that, I've come back into the squad and it's taken a bit of time,' said Mason. 'I trust all the girls, I trust Tanya, so it's a situation where I've got to gain the manager's respect, and she trusted me in the moment to come on against Poland. 'I played pretty well and, luckily enough, I've been able to start every game and play. 'It's been tough but, hopefully, moving forward now, it's all good. 'It is such a good feeling. Playing is such an honour. It is just a great feeling.' Another factor in Mason's stellar progress is being settled into a position. Although she impressed in a forward role while playing her club football at Lewes, that move didn't help her international career. She was used in attack in a friendly against Wales in April 2023 but was starved of possession and couldn't get into the game. Reverting back to her natural position in defence as Birmingham City came within a whisker of promotion to the WSL has been transformational. 'When I was at Lewes, my manager trusted me, he put me up top and I was scoring goals, so why would you change it? You wouldn't,' she said. 'Since Tanya has come in, she knows where I'm good, where I play best and that's either at left-back or left centre-back. 'I have regular chats with Tanya, she knows what I can do, I trust her. We have that good communication of where she wants me to play, and I'll always give my all wherever I play.' Now Poland are on Northern Ireland's schedule again, and with the group reaching its climax, the incentive is clear. A win for Oxtoby's team and promotion to League A becomes a possibility, and while the feeling that the 2-0 defeat in Gdansk in February didn't reflect the balance of the game lingers on, there is little need for further motivation. 'We know what they're about, we know they are a good team,' said Mason. 'They've got some good individuals, but we look back at the last game against them and we know where we can be better. 'We gave them far too much respect. Yes, they were a good team but, then again, we're a good team as well.'
What's On
4 days ago
- Business
- What's On
4 new restaurants coming to Abu Dhabi this year
Diners, take note… One of the world's fastest growing culinary hubs, Abu Dhabi has a fair few exciting restaurant openings in the works in 2025. Here are 4 new restaurants in Abu Dhabi you need to look out for. Supernova Burger Fans of quick-served eats and flipped treats are going to be very excited as London's own smash-hit burger joint, Supernova Burger is heading to the UAE capital. They're joining hands with UAE-based Belhasa Hospitality to bring the cool brand to town, and while exact. details are yet to be disclosed, here's a list of 5 great burgers in the capital that'll help make the waiting easier. @supernovaburger Isabel Mayfair Classy London-born culinary brand, Isabel Mayfair is about to set up shop at Abu Dhabi's The Galleria Al Maryah Island, something we've been waiting for since the final quarter of 2024. That said, we've seen the store space, and are sure you have, too – which means you'll soon be able to enjoy a brilliant blend of Mediterranean cuisine and European elegance under one roof, right here in Abu Dhabi. @isabelmayfair GAIA Abu Dhabi Beloved concept GAIA could soon be making its way to the UAE capital, and whether you're a connoisseur of Mediterranean fare or just a fan of new concepts, this is one to watch out for. The brainchild of popular Dubai chef Izu Ani, GAIA is expected to set up shop in Abu Dhabi this year, bringing its celebrated menu of freshly-caught fare and Mediterranean marvels to the capital's diners. Can Abu Dhabi really have too many Mediterranean restaurants? @gaia__dxb Novikov Restaurant Novikov Dubai Another prominent shop space in The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Novikov's one brand that's been waiting in the wings for a hotly anticipated opening here in the capital. The 1991-debuted brainchild of Arkady Novikov has become a hit for its fusion of Asian and Italian dishes, and even was a regular for diners in Dubai with its gorgeous 280-strong venue. Now, Abu Dhabi is ready to welcome the brand back to the UAE, and while an exact opening date is TBC, we smell what Novikov's cooking – and it could well be a summer 2025 opening. Stay tuned to for all the updates. @novikovrestaurant > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
