February 21, 2021 - 20:42 GMT Gareth Herincx Wondering what were the most popular new cars of 2020? From superminis to SUVs and EVs, the UK’s top 10 motors of last year, revealed It’s fair to say that the automotive industry faced one of its most challenging years in 2020, what with national lockdowns and factory shutdowns. Despite the pandemic, 1.63 million new cars were registered in the UK, compared with 2.3m in 2019 - a decline of nearly a third (29%), and the lowest total since 1992. But what were the 10 best-selling cars of 2020? We reveal the most popular cars of last year. TAKE THE QUIZ: How well do you know the royal motors? READ: Celebrity children who drive cooler cars than you Ford Fiesta - 49,174 registrations The iconic Ford Fiesta was the UK’s top-selling car again in 2020 - a position it has now held for the past 12 years. In fact, it's also Britain's best-selling car of all time (overtaking the Ford Escort way back in 2014). Now in its seventh generation, it offers superb handling, plenty of space, generous equipment levels, a range of efficient engines and low running costs. Opt for the excellent 1.0-litre EcoBoost mild hybrid petrol turbo engine and you get 56.5mpg with low CO2 emissions of 114g/km. Pay a few thousand pounds more for a sporty ST-Line X or ST hot hatch. Priced from £16,640. Vauxhall Corsa - 46,439 registrations The Corsa name has been a fixture on UK roads since 1993, and this fifth generation of Vauxhall's supermini is the best yet. Stylish, spacious, economical and engaging to drive, it now even has an advantage over its arch-rival, the Fiesta. Not only does it come with a choice of petrol and diesel engines, but there's also an affordable pure electric version (badged Corsa-e). The EV version has a range of 209 miles and it can be charged to 80% (adding 168 miles) via a 50kW rapid charger or overnight at home using a … [Read more...] about The most popular new cars of 2020, from Mercedes Benz to Ford Fiesta
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New grandmother Sarah Ferguson joined by sweetest family member in new video
February 25, 2021 - 09:56 GMT Gemma Strong Sarah Ferguson, who recently became a first-time grandmother, is joined by an adorable family member in her latest YouTube video Sarah Ferguson was joined by a very special member of her family in her latest YouTube video. The Duchess, who recently became a first-time grandmother following the arrival of Princess Eugenie 's son August, appeared on screen for the latest instalment of Storytime With Fergie and Friends with a little Norfolk terrier sat on her lap. MORE: The sweet comparison between Princess Eugenie and Sarah Ferguson's first baby photos Loading the player... WATCH: Watch Sarah Ferguson exclaim 'I'm a Granny!' in YouTube video In total, the York family has a pack of four dogs: Jack, Cici, Teddy, and Ginger. A fifth, Orange, sadly died in 2019 after eating a poisonous plant in Windsor Great Park. MORE: Watch the moment Sarah, Duchess of York gives special shout out to 'grandpa' Prince Andrew Sarah, 61, has been on cloud nine ever since the birth of her grandson on 9 February. In an exclusive quote to HELLO! she spoke of her joy at her expanding family. Sarah was joined by her dog in her latest YouTube video She said: "I am so excited and thrilled to have become a grandmother. August Philip Hawke Brooksbank, a wonderful grandson and he brings such joy, smiles and love to all our family. MORE: 10 royal marriages that ended in divorce "Jack and Eugenie are and will be superbly caring and wonderful parents." Princess Eugenie and husband Jack welcomed their son on 9 February The royal also took to Instagram to reiterate her joy at her grandson's arrival, writing: "As Grandparents, The Duke and I are thrilled and blessed at the arrival of our grandson August Philip Hawke Brooksbank. MORE: 9 times the royals have apologised in public "He is a beautiful blessing and a bringer of … [Read more...] about New grandmother Sarah Ferguson joined by sweetest family member in new video
Women Are Keeping Dancehall Fresh
HoodCelebrityy Photo: Rick Kern/WireImage In the cultural spaces from which dancehall music gets its name, women are usually the center of attention. The Jamaican genre’s digital rhythms are calibrated to inspire female bodies to wine , as the vigorous gyration of the waist is known across the Caribbean, and the lyrics to gyal tunes like Tony Matterhorn’s “Dutty Wine” and Mr. Vegas’s “Bruk It Down” echo this connection, calling out ladies-only instructions. The living embodiment of this culture, as seen through the years in music videos from Chaka Demus & Pliers’ “Murder She Wrote” to Rihanna’s “Work,” are the so-called dancehall queens: acrobatic dancers in go-go boots, fishnets, and “batty rider” shorts who run the floor at Kingston street parties and diaspora nightclubs with splits, head-top plants, and other feats of flexibility. Yet dancehall, the music genre, has long minimized female voices, relegating women artists to a peripheral role. This, finally, is changing. In Jamaica, where the current generation of male dancehall acts have struggled to replicate the crossover appeal of aughts icon Sean Paul, or the cult status of the currently jailed but still hugely popular and influential Vybz Kartel , women like Spice, Shenseea and Ishawna are keeping the genre fresh, provocative and relatable. “Females are definitely taking over this male-dominated business,” says Grace Hamilton, better known as Spice, the brash, blue-wigged diva behind bashment party essentials like 2014’s “So Mi Like It” and a new addition to the cast of VH1’s Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta . (She’s recently taken up part-time residence in Georgia, while maintaining her home, and presence, in Jamaica). “Back in the days, you only had one female that was reigning. But it’s not like that now. If you called Jamaica and [asked] who are the top artists right now, I’m sure my name has to come up. And a lot of other females, who are doing extremely well.” Kingston isn’t … [Read more...] about Women Are Keeping Dancehall Fresh
Comedy Central Is Getting the Brands Back Together for Paramount+
Photo: Left: Getty Images, Center: Paramount+, Right: Getty Images Amy Schumer is bringing back her Emmy and Peabody Award–winning Comedy Central sketch series Inside Amy Schumer — but not for cable. Instead, the revival is headed to Paramount+, where it will be one of the centerpieces of a Comedy Central–branded hub on the new streaming platform. New chapters of well-known Comedy Central titles such as Workaholics, Reno 911! and The Daily Show, along with a new Beavis and Butt-Head movie, are also headed to the service, according to MTV Entertainment Group president Chris McCarthy. The exec unveiled plans for the latest iteration of the 30-year-old cable network Wednesday during a ViacomCBS investors conference outlining the company’s overall streaming strategy. In an interview earlier this week, McCarthy told Vulture the Comedy Central hub “will define comedy” on Paramount+. “It will serve as an anchor for the audience, [telling them] that this is the home for all the comedy content within the service, both iconic franchises and brand-new stuff,” he said. This doesn’t mean everything comedy on the new streamer will hail from Comedy Central: Paramount+ will also house half-hours from the libraries of CBS ( I Love Lucy ), Paramount TV ( Frasier, Taxi, The Love Boat ), and even the former ViacomCBS-run network UPN ( Everybody Hates Chris ). But at least initially, original comedy productions on the platform will lean heavily on refreshing franchises that got their start on Comedy Central or sister network MTV. “We wanted to make the biggest projects to reignite the biggest volumes of our iconic library,” McCarthy explained. “We want to remind audiences Paramount+ is now the home for this great comedy.” Among the projects announced or confirmed today: • The original cast of Workaholics are set to return for a movie about “what it’s like to work through the pandemic,” McCarthy said. The film is being made with an eye toward a sequel … [Read more...] about Comedy Central Is Getting the Brands Back Together for Paramount+
Young Sheldon: meet the cast of the hit sitcom
February 25, 2021 - 21:51 GMT Eve Crosbie Get to know the cast of the Big Bang Theory spinoff series here... Fans of The Big Bang Theory were delighted when it was announced that a new spinoff series about the life of beloved character Sheldon Cooper was in the works. MORE: The Big Bang Theory star transforms for latest role Unsurprisingly, Young Sheldon has been a hit with viewers and recently returned to screens for its fourth season. The series follows Jim Parsons' character as a young boy growing up in Texas in the 1980s. The show's cast is a pretty talented bunch, so find out more about them - and who they play - below ! Loading the player... WATCH: The classic TV shows everyone should watch Iain Armitage as Sheldon Cooper Leading the cast of Young Sheldon is 12-year-old actor Iain Armitage. The young actor, who was reportedly named after British screen legend Ian McKellen, is the son of theatre producer Lee Armitage and actor Euan Morton. Before landing the role in the series, Iain played Shailene Woodley's son in Big Little Lies . He's also appeared in the films The Glass Castle , I'm Not Here and Our Soul at Night. Last year he lended his voice to the character of Shaggy in the new Scooby-Doo film Scoob! . Iain Armitage as Sheldon Cooper Zoe Perry as Mary Cooper Sheldon's mother Mary is played by actress Zoe Perry, the daughter of veteran comedy actress Lauri Metcalf, who played the part on The Big Bang Theory . Despite the familial link, Zoe has previously said she received the role through an audition. Her other TV credits include The Family , NCIS and the political thriller Scandal , which stars her father, Jeff Perry. Zoe Perry as Mary Cooper Lance Barber as George Cooper Sr Lance Barber plays George, Sheldon's father and the school's football coach in the series. Lance has made appearances on many sitcoms over … [Read more...] about Young Sheldon: meet the cast of the hit sitcom
Volkswagen ID.3 review: What it’s like driving the ‘electric people’s car’
February 09, 2021 - 18:25 GMT Gareth Herincx HELLO! reviews the Volkswagen ID.3 – here's what we thought of the electric family hatchback when we put it to the test Just before Christmas 2020, Volkswagen quietly ended production of the e-Golf (a pure electric version of its iconic people's car) in favour of the all-new ID.3. A total of 145,561 were built during its six years of production - a figure expected to be overtaken by ID.3 sales within a year. With the UK ban on new petrol and diesel cars due in 2030, surely it's only a matter of time before Volkswagen's ID family of electric vehicles (EVs) deposes other familiar names in the range including the Polo, Tiguan and Passat? RELATED: MINI Electric review 2021: The British automotive icon goes green The Volkswagen ID.3 is about the same size as a Golf The ID.3 is about the same size as a Golf, but its futuristic styling means it looks like nothing else in the hatchback sector. It's the same story inside (which is almost as minimalist as the Tesla Model 3) where there's a floating 10-inch centre touchscreen and a small display ahead of the driver with a dinky twisty gear selector just behind the steering wheel. VW's first purpose-built EV is initially available with a 58kWh battery pack, though 77kWh and 45kWh options will be added later. Depending on the battery, claimed ranges are between 260-340 miles. We tested the 58kWh version which is capable of a 0-62mph sprint in 7.3 seconds and a top speed of 99mph. READ: 11 best new cars coming in 2021: From the futuristic family SUV to the all-new electric car It can be charged at home overnight via a 7kW wallbox More importantly, on paper, it has a useful range of 260 miles. The ID.3 can be charged at home overnight via a 7kW wallbox. If you can access a rapid 50kW charging station then it should be able to get to 80% in an hour, while an ultra rapid (100kW) charger … [Read more...] about Volkswagen ID.3 review: What it’s like driving the ‘electric people’s car’