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Image Credit: Getty Images In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, the United States and Israel launched a coordinated military campaign against Iran on Saturday, February 28, marking a watershed moment in the long-simmering conflict between Tehran and its two powerful adversaries. Over the weekend, U.S. and Israeli forces conducted strikes on Iranian military infrastructure, including missile bases, command centers and defense installations. The campaign ended with the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (who had led the Islamic Republic since 1989), President Donald Trump confirmed. Here is a breakdown of what’s happening in Iran now, following…

Firefighters were called to a car blaze on a busy road.The vehicle caught alight near Walderslade Woods in Chatham yesterday (February 28).A car was on fire near Walderslade Woods in ChathamOne fire engine was sent to the stricken vehicle, which was on the dual carriageway near the entrance to the Bridgewood Manor Hotel, at around 10.40am.Crews wearing breathing apparatus extinguished flames using a hose reel jet.There were no reported injuries. Source link

A pub widely regarded as Kent’s most haunted has been taken over by new owners who insist they are not scared of the challenges facing the industry.Purple Penguin Hospitality (PPH) is now running The Black Horse in Pluckley, near Ashford – its sixth acquisition in just two years.The Black Horse team in Pluckley, including landlady Emma Ashby, centreThe 15th century pub, long associated with ghostly sightings, was previously owned by Stonegate Group and leased to business partners Andy Tarry, from Rainham, and Samantha Camburn, of Herne Bay.But PPH took the helm earlier this month, with experienced landlady Emma Ashby overseeing…

One of the two tunnels at the Dartford Crossing was closed this evening following reports of a vehicle fire.Emergency services were at the scene and queues of more than a mile backed up on the A282 northbound on the approach to the tunnels.Queues of more than a mile have formed on the A282 northbound at the Dartford Tunnel while emergency services respond on the scene. Picture: Department for TransportThe blaze forced the closure of the right-hand bore – closing two of the four lanes available.The left-hand bore, the smaller of the two tunnels, remained open.However, fire crews and emergency teams…

Image Credit: AFP via Getty Images In an awards show solely celebrating actors from the SAG-AFTRA union, the annual Actor Awards — formerly known as the SAG Awards — will take place on Sunday, March 1, to honor the best on-screen performances over the past year. Fortunately, the annual ceremony will have a livestream option for subscribers of a certain platform. So, how can we all watch the show? Hollywood Life has all the details you need to know about how to watch the 2026 Actor Awards! Why Did the SAG Awards Change to the Actor Awards? The Screen Actors…

Image Credit: Getty Images Americans woke up to the news of a missile attack on Iran on Saturday, February 28. Confirmed by President Donald Trump, the United States entered a joint strike with Israel against Iran after the latter failed to meet Trump’s nuclear standards. Now that the U.S. and Israel have spoken out about the attack, does this indicate a war with Iran? Here is what we know so far about the situation as it unfolds. Why Did the U.S. Attack Iran? As previously noted, the U.S. launched a joint strike with Israel against Iran because of Iran’s nuclear…

Following a simple question to News Shopper readers – where is the best place in south east London for fish and chips? – the community responded in droves. A Facebook post has now racked up more than 150 comments and counting, showing just how passionate locals are about their favourite chippy. Some names jumped out as clear favourites. Time and again, Greenwich’s Golden Chippy featured highly, with comments from all corners of the area. Sue Carlier said: “Golden Chippy in Greenwich. Absolutely delicious” while Paul Cotton echoed: “Golden chippy – Greenwich.” Donald Austen went so far as to add: “Golden…

View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images A pair with a love like no other are Pink and Carey Hart. The longtime power couple — who share daughter Willow Sage Hart and son Jameson Moon Hart — have been together for 20 years. While they’ve been a legally married couple since ’06, Pink and Carey actually began dating in 2001. Throughout their two decades together, Pink and Carey’s relationship has faced highs and lows, yet they continue to be a team like no other. Although their romance survived a tough separation, it also flourished through many milestone moments. We’re reliving Pink and…

Image Credit: ©2026 Paramount Pictures Thirty years after Sidney Prescott made her debut, Neve Campbell reprised her role as the ultimate final girl in Scream 7. Multiple OG cast members returned for the seventh installment, which premiered on February 27, 2026, two years after the controversy of Melissa Barrera‘s firing and Jenna Ortega‘s subsequent exit from the project made headlines. And with a strong box office turnout, demands for Scream 8 have already made headlines. Co-writer and director of Scream 7, Kevin Williamson, commented on the possibility of an eighth film in an interview ahead of the film’s premiere. So,…

Image Credit: Pixabay For luxury shoppers, Westfield mall in Los Angeles is a premier shopping destination due to its attractive open-air environment and enticing mix of shops. A reflection of LA style, the mall is a favorite shopping spot among trendsetters. It’s a Southern California escape with a curated lifestyle space that offers immersive retail experiences to its shoppers alongside elevated dining.  “Westfield Century City represents the evolution of luxury hospitality within a retail environment. It’s where culture, cuisine, and community come together,” says Sam Nazarian, chairman of SBE Entertainment Group. The Westfield Century City Mall Is a Destination for…