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A series of maintenance works will take place at the Dartford Crossing between Friday, February 6 and Monday, February 9, affecting both its tunnels and the QEII Bridge. The Dartford Crossing connects Kent with Essex and serves as a vital transport link for motorists across the South East. The following closures will be in place: • Friday, February 6, from 9pm to 5.30am: The northbound West Tunnel will be closed, along with the Junction 1A entry slip road. • Saturday, February 7, from 10pm to 5am: The northbound West Tunnel and the associated carriageway, as well as the entry slip…

Image Credit: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images f If you’re an A-list actor or musician and looking for a new gig, search no further than Taylor Swift! The global pop icon has been inviting celebrities to appear in her music videos for years, and her latest one for “Opalite” includes a star-studded cast. Below, get the full breakdown of which stars appear in Taylor’s “Opalite” music video. How Can I Watch Taylor Swift’s “Opalite” Music Video? Unlike in the past, Taylor did not release her “Opalite” video on YouTube. Instead, she unveiled it on Apple Music and Spotify on February 6, 2026.…

Image Credit: Getty Images for Pencils Of Prom Rapper Lil Jon (real name: Jonathan H. Smith) and his family are trying to locate his son Nathan Smith, a.k.a DJ Young Slade, after the 27-year-old went missing in Georgia in early February 2026. As new details emerge about his case, fans of both the father and son are hoping for a positive outcome. “The family is asking for privacy at this time,” a statement from Lil Jon and his family read, obtained by E! News. “We are also asking for continued prayers for Nathan to come home safe.” Find out what…

View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images Let the games begin! The 2026 Winter Olympics have officially begun as of February 6. Known as Milano Cortina, the highly anticipated sporting event brings the world together for several weeks as each participating country competes for the gold. From the ice to the slopes, athletes compete in figure skating, alpine skiing, hockey, snowboarding, curling and more. As viewers from far and wide tune into each of their favorite sports events, fans are wondering how they can watch each competition. Below, find out how to watch your favorite Olympic events live. What Country Are…

Image Credit: The Washington Post via Getty Im Donald Trump‘s social media activity has always been headline-worthy, whether he retweets a controversial post or pens a lengthy Truth Social paragraph. But the 79-year-old’s since-deleted Truth Social video of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama sparked outrage, even from fellow Republicans, about its racist undertone. The video was shared to the Republican’s account on Thursday, February 5, before it was removed on Friday. The clip focused on baseless election fraud claims about the 2020 presidential election, which former President Joe Biden won. At the end of the video,…

Image Credit: Courtesy of Prime Video Season 2 of ‘Cross’ brings the crime thriller back for another high-stakes chapter, with lead Aldis Hodge returning as detective Alex Cross and a mix of familiar faces and exciting new additions joining him. The upcoming episodes see Cross and his team navigating a dangerous new case tied to a vigilante targeting powerful figures, expanding both the story and the world of the series. Below, meet the key cast members — returning and new — and learn a bit about the actors behind the characters. Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross Hodge anchors the series…

Image Credit: WireImage Matthew Lillard rose to fame in the late ’90s and early 2000s with memorable, offbeat roles in films like Scooby-Doo, SLC Punk! and She’s All That. Still, no performance has loomed larger over his career than his darkly comedic and ferocious turn as Stu Macher in Wes Craven’s 1996 slasher classic Scream—a role that helped define an entire horror generation. Despite the character’s lasting impact, Lillard has been candid about his personal distance from the role. “I don’t really care about Stu Macher,” he told Collider in a 2023 interview while promoting Five Nights at Freddy’s. “It’s…

Parents had until January 15 to submit applications for reception places for the 2026-27 academic year, with children due to start school this September. Data from September 2025 shows that several Bromley primary schools received more first-choice applications than places available, while others were undersubscribed and had spare capacity. Below is a breakdown of Bromley primary schools, showing the number of places offered and the frequency with which each school was selected as a first preference by parents last year. The final column indicates whether a school was over- or undersubscribed. A minus figure shows the school received more first-choice…

Image Credit: Ian Watson/Prime Prime Video’s Cross series is coming back for season 2! Starring original cast members, Aldis Hodge, Isaiah Mustafa, Alona Tal, Ryan Eggold and several others, the show has added one recognizable new face to its second season: Matthew Lillard. Known as one of the most prominent scream kings of the horror genre, the actor plays billionaire Lance Durand, who gets involved in a high-stakes case after receiving a death threat. Below, Hollywood Life has all the details on season 2 of Cross and Lillard’s character. How to Watch All Episodes of Cross All episodes from season…

Fears have been raised that a derelict building will soon collapse after a council confirmed it is taking no enforcement action against its owner.The Grade II-listed Newgate House in Sandwich has been described as a “thorn in the side” of the town for more than three decades.Newgate House in Sandwich has sat abandoned for decadesLast year, Dover District Council (DDC) member Cllr Dan Friend (Con) put forward a motion calling on the authority to take enforcement action against the property owner.The proposal was voted down at a meeting of the full council, leaving the New Street site fenced off ever…