Peter Kay offers 'love to all' as he makes rare TV appearance on BBC's Big Night In

COLOMBO (News 1st); Although the country is being ruled by the Government in a manner which ensures the freedom of the people, that freedom is being misused by many, says President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. Speaking at the event of distribution of 100,000 Mahaweli Ranbima deeds at the Mahaweli Stadium in Embilipitiya today (26), the President stated that especially today, himself and the present Government is ruling the country in a way which democracy is ensured.President Rajapaksa also said that the cause of the foreign exchange crisis is not his own fault or the fault of the government.The 100,000 Mahaweli Ranbima deed program is being implemented in line with the Government’s policy statement, “Vision of Prosperity”. Under this program, the Government plans to complete the distribution of 100,000 land deeds to farmers in the Mahaweli areas before the end of next year.35,000 deeds settled under the first phase will be handed over to farmers in 10 Mahaweli zones, and deeds were symbolically awarded to 30 persons today.The President further went onto state that although there are many complaints about the lack of power and electricity in the country, the previous Government did not take any action to implement a single power plant in the country after former President Mahinda Rajapaksa established the Norochcholai power plant.President reiterated that he has been able to reaffirm the security of the country.Citing the promises made to implement a green agriculture in the policy statement, the President said that unfortunately the intent was not able to be communicated to the farmers in the correct manner, and many remained misinformed.

Queen’s battle with Covid has now made her able to “relate” with Brits after going through symptoms and sacrificing time with family, according to an expert.Her Majesty, 95, tested positive for the virus last Sunday and has since postponed virtual engagements while she recovers from mild cold-like symptoms. However, the Queen was able to have a telephone audience with Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday.

Mainland China reported 249 new confirmed coronavirus infections for yesterday, health officials said, up from 224 a day earlier, with a record number of imported cases including dozens among arrivals from Hong Kong, where infections are surging.

An Ayrshire man who survived two car crashes, a coma, losing his leg and even Covid-19 has been selected to represent Team GB at the upcoming Paralympics.

John Mayer has tested positive for COVID-19 a second time, leading to the next four shows on his ‘Sob Rock’ tour being pushed back to May.The songster shared his diagnosis overnight (February 25), confirming that alongside himself, several members in his band have also wound up with the virus. It comes just days after Mayer’s touring drummer tested positive, with Questlove stepping in to fill his role at the band’s New York City gig.Whelp.

DETROIT (FOX 2) - A FedEx driver is caught on video cruising around Detroit with an alleged prostitute in his truck. The driver makes some curious stops, and even some deliveries -- before dropping her off.Peter Anderson thought he’d seen it all until Wednesday.

The first Jollibee restaurant in the province helps generate some excitement for a part of the city that’s been struggling to overcome the impacts of the pandemic. Emad Agahi reports.

Check if you qualify as fully vaccinated for travel to England, including approved vaccines.If you’re travelling to England from within the Common Travel Area (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man) and haven’t been anywhere else within the 10 days before you arrive, there are no entry requirements for coming into England.If you’ve been to a country or territory outside the Common Travel Area within the 10 days before you arrive in England, you must follow the rules for entering England from that country.

Despite seemingly impossible odds of resisting Russia’s vast military, many Ukrainians are still unwilling to yield in the face of an overwhelming invasion. Dawna Friesen looks at how civilians and soldiers alike are standing their ground.

Some of the hundreds of dogs brought to B.C. from Afghanistan have come full circle and are training to help B.C.’s military veterans cope with post-traumatic stress disorder. Kylie Stanton reports.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his country’s fate is being decided right now, as Russian forces close in on Kyiv. Journalist Joe Federman of the Associated Press reports from Ukraine’s capital on the escalating anxiety and chaos, and the resistance among Ukrainians.

As Russian soldiers converge on Kyiv, they have been slowed by a determined defense from Ukrainian armed forces and a growing number of civilians who are taking up arms against the invasion.While Moscow has made it clear its goal is to topple the Ukrainian government it’s facing dogged opposition both in the country and from the international community.

A 35-year-old man has been charged with one count of open murder and two counts of first-degree kidnapping after the body of a four-year-old boy in Las Vegas was found in a freezer. According to police, the boy’s body was found after his sibling passed a note to her teacher from her mother that she was being held against her will by her boyfriend and didn’t know the whereabouts of her son.

Perhaps one of the most surprising aspects of the Covid-19 pandemic was how long it lasted here and then the speed at which most restrictions were lifted.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan Police launched an investigation on Friday (25) after the carcass of a Sri Lankan Leopard (Panthera pardus kotiya) was discovered from an estate in Norton Bridge.Police received information that a dead Leopard was sighted inside a tea estate in Vidulipura in Wimalasurendra Gama located within the Norton Bridge Police jurisdiction.Initial investigations revealed that the leopard was injured in two areas on the back and another serious wound on its forward right leg.The leopard is believed to be around 6 years of age, and is a species native to Sri Lanka.Officers from the Nallatanniya Wildlife Office had visited the site and taken away the carcass for further investigations.

Canada’s automotive sector and other industries gearing up for an end to the chip shortages of the past year might be waiting longer for relief as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine threatens key supply chains in semiconductor production.

Ukraine says it will posthumously honour a group of Ukrainian border guards who were killed after they reportedly told an officer on board a Russian navy warship to “go f— yourself” when asked to surrender.

WASHINGTON - Huggy Wuggy, a popular character from an online video game, is raising concerns among some parents of elementary school aged children.According to Parents.com – the name sounds cute and cuddly – but the character is quite the opposite.Download the FOX 5 DC News App for Local Breaking News and WeatherHere's what they say you should now about the new social media trend:SUBSCRIBE TO FOX 5 DC ON YOUTUBEWhat is Huggy Wuggy?The character is an evil villain in a 2021 horror PC game called Poppy Playtime. It's a survival horror game set in an abandoned toy factory and the Huggy Wuggy character tries to hunt down the players while singing them creepy songs.HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF ONLINEWhat are kids doing?Some schools are warning parents that kids are offering classmates hugs while recreating the songs sung by the Huggy Wuggy character.Where are kids finding Huggy Wuggy?Parents.com says kids may have access to the game or may be able to watch the videos on YouTube or TikTok.

KYIV, Ukraine - Russian troops stormed toward Ukraine’s capital early Saturday as explosions reverberated through the city and the president urged the country to "stand firm" against the siege that could determine its future. He refused American help to evacuate, saying: "The fight is here."Hundreds of casualties were reported in the fighting, which included shelling that sliced through a Kyiv apartment building and pummeled bridges and schools.

PHILADELPHIA - Ukraine immigrants were among a crowd of Philadelphians who gathered near City Hall on Friday to rally support for Ukraine as it continues to fight a Russian invasion from Russia. Russian troops bore down on Ukraine’s capital Friday while the president grimly predicted that the conflict would soon intensify, and fears of wider war in Europe triggered new international efforts to make Moscow stop, including direct sanctions on President Vladimir Putin.Amid reports of hundreds of casualties — including shelling that sliced through a Kyiv apartment building and pummeled bridges and schools — there also were growing signs that Russia may be seeking to overthrow Ukraine’s government, which U.S. officials have described as Putin’s ultimate objective.

coronavirus infections, taking the total tally of COVID-19 cases to 42,905,844 while the active cases declined to 1,21,881, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Saturday. The death toll climbed to 5,13,481 with 255 fresh fatalities, the data updated at 8 am stated.

MILWAUKEE - A suspect was shot by Milwaukee police after he allegedly opened fire inside the District 5 lobby on Friday, Feb. 25.Police Chief Jeffrey Norman said the suspect, identified as a 23-year-old Milwaukee man, walked in around 3 p.m.

Legislative bureau chief Keith Baldrey has an update on B.C.’s rapid testing rollout and why the program is expected to be accelerated.

British Columbia’s Liberal opposition called for Russian products to be pulled from BC Liquor Stores.“I’m calling on the NDP to immediately pull Russian spirits from @bcliquorstores and cease all imports of such products by the BCLDB,” Kevin Falcon wrote on Twitter. Ukraine’s president warns of ‘difficult’ night as Russia closes in on Kyiv “We should do all we can to support the people of Ukraine and not benefit Putin’s regime while this unprovoked aggression continues.”Asked about the proposal earlier Friday, B.C.

Peter Kay has spoken out to say he's 'delighted' to hear the BBC have decided to replay episodes of his award-winning comedy series Car Share.

From his back garden in Bolton, Peter Kay revealed his recreation of his Amarillo video live on the BBC's Big Night In on Thursday evening - and Bolton's key workers made an appearance.

Peter Kay made a sensational return to TV for BBC’s charity broadcast Big Night In, where he recreated Tony Christie hit (Is This The Way To) Amarillo.

The Duke of Cambridge also made a surprise appearance in a comedy sketch.

More than £27 million was raised last night as stars came together to celebrate the BBC's Big Night In fundraiser.

Eagle-eyed Big Night In viewers may have spotted one famous face is missing from Peter Kay's newly updated Amarillo video: Jimmy Savile.

BBC's The Big Night In saw Children In Need and Comic Relief join forces for the first time in the history of the two charities.

Peter Kay left viewers concerned this evening with his first TV appearance in two years.

Comedian Peter Kay made his first television appearance in two years this evening.

Bolton comedian Peter Kay has left viewers in tears with his emotional recreation of his 2005 hit Amarillo on BBC 's Big Night In.

PETER Kay was on top form as he presented an updated version of (Is This The Way To) Amarillo from his back garden in sunny Bolton tonight. The Bolton funnyman, 46, returned to TV for the first time in two years to present his famous 2005 Comic Relief sketch where he and a cast of stars — this time including NHS nurses — march and mime to crooner Tony Christie’s vocals.

BBC Children in Need and Comic Relief are coming together for a special live show called The Big Night In.

It was the BBC hit of the 90s and now we have the opportunity to relive it all over again.

Peter Kay is set to make a big TV return to support the BBC's latest fundraiser.

Comedy duo Matt Lucas and David Walliams have brought Little Britain back to the TV as part of BBC's Big Night In.

Peter Kay will return to our screens tonight after two and a half years out of the celebrity spotlight - and fans can't wait to see what comedy gold he's going to treat us to.

Lenny Henry and Dawn French are coming together 10 years after their divorce for BBC One's one-off special Big Night In.

BBC's The Big Night In has rounded up Doctor Who stars from across its 50-year history for an emotional tribute to the NHS. They will pay tribute to those who have been working tirelessly to treat patients and help save lives throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

Peter Kay has thanked people who have joined in with his recreation of the famous Amarillo video for the BBC's Big Night In.

CROONER Tony Christie turns 77 on Saturday – and is hoping his birthday heralds another unlikely No1 for his classic karaoke hit (Is This The Way To) Amarillo. It is 15 years since the song went from being a retro request at Spanish holiday bars to the most played song in the UK, all thanks to Peter Kay.

Peter Kay has thanked key worker heroes for getting involved in the recreation of his Armarillo music video.

Bolton has officially gone mad for Amarillo as people across town start to recreate Peter Kay's iconic video.

Peter Kay is recreating his smash hit music video for Amarillo for the BBC's Big Night In and is calling on all fans - and key workers - to join in.