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A major leap forward has been made in the sale of a giant £10m Kentish fort featured in a recent Sex Pistols drama.A transfer has taken place of the 33-acre Citadel in Dover, which served as a former Napoleonic fortress.Aerial view of the Citadel and the surrounding area of Dover. Picture: David De MinDetails of the buyer and their plans are scarce, but the sale has gone through despite the previous owners entering receivership.Dover Citadel company director David De Min told KentOnline: “A transfer has taken place; the former owners are unable to provide further detail while legal and commercial…

A programme of maintenance and resurfacing works will affect parts of the M25 and the Dartford Crossing from Friday, January 9 to Monday, January 12, including tunnels, junction slip roads, and the QEII Bridge. The Dartford Crossing, which includes the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge and two tunnels, connects Kent and Essex and is one of the busiest roads in the country. National Highways has urged motorists to check live travel updates, follow diversion routes, and allow extra time for their journeys. The closure schedule begins with the west tunnel at the Dartford Crossing, which will be shut northbound from 10pm…

Once a bustling hub of hospitality, entertainment and social life, the Grade II-listed venue has been largely dormant for many years, falling onto the Heritage at Risk register. But a major £10 million investment is returning this once-loved and popular historic building back to the Bromley area, offering a café and restaurant along with a private members’ club. A major £10 million investment is returning this once-loved and popular historic building back to the Bromley area. (Image: Posh Cockney) Although its current building dates back to 1898, the original Royal Bell dates back to 1666, when it was first established…

Image Credit: Getty Images Fans recall how messy the breakup was between Zach Bryan and Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia. The former couple were together for more than a year before announcing their split in October 2024, all while hurling accusations at one another. Brianna claimed that Zach tried to bribe her with $12 million to sign a non-disclosure agreement, which the “Barstool Sports” podcaster said she declined. Now, Zach is seemingly sharing his thoughts about their chaotic split in his new album, With Heaven on Top. While Zach — who is now married to wife Samantha Leonard — has not named…

Image Credit: Getty Images Rapper Fetty Wap (real name: Willie Junior Maxwell II) was released from prison early on January 7, 2026, law enforcement confirmed later that week. His early jail release made headlines as a result. “I want to thank my family, friends, and fans for the love, prayers, and continued support — it truly means everything to me,” the rapper said in a statement obtained by CNN on January 9. “Right now, my focus is on giving back through my community initiatives and foundation, supporting at-risk young children by expanding access to education, early tech skills, and vision…

View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images Fetty Wap is a rapper, who has amassed a few hits and tons of fans over the years. He rose to fame in 2015 with his hit “Trap Queen” and his self-titled debut album that year scored two more hits with “679” and “My Way.” While the rapper, whose real name is Willie Junior Maxwell III, has had a successful career in music, he’s also been the subject of controversy due to criminal activity. The rapper was sentenced to six years in prison after he plead guilty to drug trafficking charges on May 24, 2023. In January…

Image Credit: Getty Images Zach Bryan has quickly risen from a grassroots country sensation to one of the genre’s biggest stars, with millions in earnings from hit albums, streaming, and sold-out tours. At the same time, the 29-year-old’s personal life and music have been making headlines — from a very public breakup with podcast host Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia and fan-speculated diss tracks on his just-released album With Heaven On Top to controversy over politically charged lyrics that touched on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Meanwhile, Bryan’s recent New Year’s-Eve marriage to artist Samantha Leonard keeps the spotlight on both his…

The Haribo store at Ashford Designer Outlet is to close its doors for weeks as it undergoes a refurbishment.The confectionery giant opened its first shop in the county at the McArthurGlen-owned centre in 2019.Haribo has confirmed its Ashford store will be closed for more than two weeksNow, Haribo has confirmed the unit will be shut from Wednesday, January 21 to Monday, February 9, spanning two-and-a-half weeks.Bosses say the improvements will “bring even more joy”, with the introduction of digital screens and more “international treats”.Rebecca Fox, the company’s head of retail, said: “As part of our continued investment across the UK,…

View gallery Image Credit: Sam McElwee/Peacock Michael Rapaport is currently starring in season 4 of The Traitors, and fans may recognize him from a variety of places! From TV to film, and to the news, Rapaport has made a name for himself in politics now by announcing his intention to run for New York City mayor in the future as a staunch critic of Zohran Mamdani. Hollywood Life has rounded up five facts to know about Rapaport below. Michael Rapaport Is an Actor & Comedian As previously mentioned, Rapaport has been seen in numerous films and TV projects. On the…

Image Credit: Warrick Page/MAX The Pitt is officially moving forward. HBO Max has renewed the critically acclaimed medical drama for Season 3, announcing the decision ahead of the show’s Season 2 premiere in January 2026. Showrunner R. Scott Gemmill previously spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about his commitment to longevity, emphasizing the importance of keeping productions running in an industry still recovering from recent disruptions. “I think a very important part of my job is to keep a show on the air as long as possible,” Gemmill said, adding that sustaining series like The Pitt helps provide steady work and…