Saturday, September 21, 2024

Hollyoaks Teases Potential New Affair In Music Video Release

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Hollyoaks has released a music video featuring the show's cast, which could hint at an affair between two characters.

This week, Hollyoaks jumped forward a year in time , a creative move that is a response to recent budget cuts on the show.

As the cast had changed and storylines had moved on considerably, the soap marked this new era by unveiling a brand-new title sequence at the beginning of Tuesday's episode (September 17).

Set to a refreshed version of the theme song, the new titles show the cast having fun in The Dog in the Pond, with a snappy montage highlighting the different dynamics between the characters.

But following the first week of exciting time jump episodes, the show has now released an extended version of the title sequence, in the form of a music video.

The full-length video, available to watch here , is set to the song 'Make Me Happy' by Aimee Chen and shows the same clips that are in the titles as well as lots more bonus footage.

⁘We've delivered new titles,⁘ Hollyoaks posted alongside the video on social media , ⁘but how about an entire Hollyoaks MUSIC VIDEO? Okay, here it is.⁘

But fans were also encouraged to look a little closer at the new video, saying, ⁘Are there any spoilers hidden within? Hmmm…⁘

Some eagle-eyed viewers spotted Tony and Marie looking close in one clip as she painted his nails, with Diane appearing jealous as she watched on.

Noughties Soap Actress Who Made It Onto FHM's 100 Sexiest Women Three Times Looks...

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The Channel 4 actress, who joined the soap in 2022, proved hugely popular with fans - even clocking up three appearances in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women list.

During her time on the soap she often styled her brunette hair poker-straight and donned thick black eyeliner.

During her telly career she attracted huge fan attention and made it onto the annual list of FHM's 100 Sexiest Women three times.

Emmerdale Star Burst Into Tears After Axe In ‘Uncomfortable' Storyline | Soaps

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Emmerdale 's Katherine Dow Blyton has opened up about her time on the ITV soap and her character's shock departure.

When Harriet jumped on a quad bike and made her way into the woods to search for Amelia Spencer ( Daisy Campbell ), things took a dramatic turn when she fell down a steep hill and became trapped under the bike.

Almost two years on from the dramatic scenes and her exit, Katherine Dow Blyton has spoken about the final scenes.

'You have to suck it up and go, that's showbiz! The irony is that was the first super soap week I've been involved with!'

Reflecting on the conversation she had with bosses that confirmed Harriet would be leaving, Katherine explained:

“My Long-Term Partner Wants A Baby… And I Don't. Should I Leave Her?”

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Oh, Bob: this is you thinking about it! You're doing it, right here; you're starting to lay it all out, for me, for you. You're sketching out the beginning of a conversation you can have with your girlfriend. You're investigating the anxieties (like your financial instability) that contribute to your wariness around having kids. It's a very good start.

In my experience, the decision of whether or not to have a baby is never just about having a baby. It's about responsibility; it's about our experiences of family; it's about our fears of loneliness or dreams of completion; it's about questioning our place in the world, who we are, who we want to be. It's about existential contemplation of our mad uncertain future, and a hundred itchy little feelings that this sort of soul-searching brings up in all of us. It's terrifying, honestly, when you think about it.

It's Reigning Cats And Dogs! Britain's Celebrities Are Photographed With Their Pets To Raise Money...

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'A rescue dog from Battersea, Lily shows us her gratitude every day with her love, protection and loyalty. She doesn't leave our sides and is the best guard dog, warning us of anyone approaching before they're even close. We may have rescued her but feel so blessed to have found her.'

'Everyone says Sox is my favourite member of the family. When I was a kid I went everywhere with a little "walker" that was a dog just like Sox, so this was the breed for me. She still runs around like a youngster and is loving and brave, I'm sure she thinks she's a german shepherd!'

'I love coming home to the most enthusiastic and excited welcome from Angus. I tell him all my worries and he is the best listener. Plus, he keeps me fit with long walks. I just love him.'

'Freddie is a friendly, cuddly, crazy ball of energy. She barks to warn us of every parcel delivery. She is sweet and eager to be loved, jumping up to be hugged when we have been out of the house, whether it's for five minutes or five days.'

'When Gigi arrived in our home a few months before the pandemic, we had no idea what a godsend she would turn out to be. Within days we were both besotted, and now she is the heart and soul of our family. We marvel at her every day and never tire of her showing us her tummy. We coo and smile and dote. We're a bit pathetic, but we don't care. Gigi is our princess.'

Signed editions of some of these images are being auctioned (bid until 11.55pm on 20 October) for the Hopelessly Devoted campaign in aid of animal-rescue charity the Celia Hammond Animal Trust (celiahammond.org). Enter at hopelesslydevoted.auction

EastEnders Legend Rudolph Walker Aka Patrick Trueman Was Homeless While Starring On BBC TV Soap...

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The beautiful and the powerful of Hollywood circulated over ginger margaritas and spicy tuna bites on the rooftop of the Waldorf Astoria after the Emmy awards on Sunday.

The charming city of around 237,000 has already seen a population boom in recent years which could soar even further. A burgeoning food and drink scene along with its walkable layout are drawing an increasingly metropolitan crowd to the red state.

The ESPN host has a long-running hatred for the franchise and revels in their misery on his daily show 'First Take'.

A dozen men's lacrosse players at Tufts University in Boston have been diagnosed with a rare muscle injury following a voluntary workout conducted by an alum.

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Legal costs had left him penniless despite being in his 70s and having worked for more than 40 years. He found himself with nothing but a car to his name. Things got so desperate, he would even hope for late-night filming sessions, as it meant the BBC – who were unaware of his issues – might offer to put him up in a hotel near the set.

He says: "It was painful. It was extremely difficult. I just didn't have any financial means. I was literally starting from scratch again in my 70s, with nowhere to live. It was a time of great pain and loneliness."

Only Diane Parish, who plays Denise Fox, had an inkling something might be amiss. She would pull Rudolph aside during breaks, to ask if he was OK. "Diane knew there was something going on, but I never revealed the depth of what was happening," he says. "I am who I am."

Friday, September 20, 2024

Four In Ten UK Businesses Nearly Closed In 2024

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The United Growth Report, which surveyed 610 entrepreneurs across twelve UK regions, highlights the significant challenges faced by UK SMEs in a turbulent economic climate. The report will be introduced by Kevin Hollinrake, Shadow Secretary for Business and Trade, at a special reception in the House of Lords.

Despite the dire statistic that nearly half of businesses have faced potential closure this year, the report also sheds light on the broader struggles within the SME sector . Half of the respondents reported difficulties in accessing financial support, while 65% of business leaders believe taxes are too high. High taxes were cited as the largest single obstacle to business growth (14%), closely followed by input costs (13%), difficulties accessing finance (11%), hiring challenges (9%), government bureaucracy (8%), premises costs (7%), and regulatory burdens (7%).

However, the outlook is not entirely bleak. Founders remain optimistic about the future, with 60% expecting revenue growth and 57% predicting a rise in consumer demand. Nearly half anticipate an increase in staff numbers (45%), and 49% are actively targeting growth rather than maintaining stability. This optimism reflects a broader belief among entrepreneurs that key drivers of business success will improve in the coming year.

Warren Mead, CEO of Sumer, highlighted the critical role that SMEs play in their communities, noting, ⁘Our study makes for some uncomfortable reading, especially if you consider the knock-on effect of even one small business going under in a community. These organisations are embedded within the fabric of their local areas, providing much-needed employment, a sense of pride in place as well as a route for social mobility.⁘

The report outlines several key policy recommendations to support UK SMEs and foster a more balanced economic landscape:

⁘ Maintain competitive business taxes and avoid further increases in the Corporation Tax rate.
⁘ Reform Capital Gains Tax to avoid discouraging entrepreneurial activity.
⁘ Make Business Rates fairer and incentivise more productive land use.
⁘ Invest in infrastructure and streamline the planning process to support business development.
⁘ Explore alternative financing methods for construction and increase the supply of business premises by liberalising development regulations.
⁘ Expand mayoral devolution, granting ⁘London-style⁘ powers to metro mayors, and consider devolving more fiscal powers from Whitehall.