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Glasgow Times
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Call the Midwife confirms return of young star for series 15
Filming for series 15 of the hit BBC period drama is already underway. The BBC previously confirmed that cast members returning for series 15 of Call the Midwife will include: Judy Parfitt as Sister Monica Joan Jenny Agutter as Sister Julienne Laura Main as Shelagh Turner Helen George as Trixie Aylward Cliff Parisi as Fred Buckle Stephen McGann as Dr Turner Linda Bassett as Nurse Crane Annabelle Apsion as Violet Buckle Georgie Glen as Miss Higgins Call the Midwife confirms young star's return Now, a behind-the-scenes image from on set has revealed Teddy Berriman will be returning as Andrew Trottwood in the new series of Call the Midwife. The image, posted on Instagram, shows Teddy and his mum Nicola with the caption: "Look who's on set this morning! It's Teddy Berriman and his mum Nicola. "Teddy is back as Andrew Trottwood for a day of VERY warm filming!" Fans were excited by the news that the young star would be returning for series 15, rushing to the comments section of the post to pass on their well-wishes. One fan commented: "Lovely he's back where he belongs." Another added: "Love this little star." A third person said: "Amazing!! So glad Teddy is back." While this fan posted: "I'm so glad to see him back on set as his whole storyline was definitely an emotional one that got me in both my mom heart and my teacher one. "It was hands down my favorite episode of season 14 and I cannot wait to see what happens next." Top 10 best British TV series Teddy wins award for role on Call the Midwife Teddy appeared in series 14 of Call the Midwife as the measles-injured Andrew Trottwood. Earlier this month, the young star won Young Influencer of the Year at the council Youth Awards hosted in Bishop Auckland. The award came due to his performance on BBC's Call the Midwife. Following the award, Teddy's mum Nicola said: 'Teddy and myself were so excited when we heard the news! "Teddy has a massive spring in his confidence - it's unbelievable." RECOMMENDED READING: When will series 15 of Call the Midwife air on TV? Series 15 of Call the Midwife will feature eight hour-long episodes, set in the East End, which will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from January 2026. The new series will follow a two-part Christmas special, which will be set in Hong Kong and Poplar.
The Herald Scotland
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Call the Midwife confirms return of young star for series 15
The BBC previously confirmed that cast members returning for series 15 of Call the Midwife will include: Judy Parfitt as Sister Monica Joan Jenny Agutter as Sister Julienne Laura Main as Shelagh Turner Helen George as Trixie Aylward Cliff Parisi as Fred Buckle Stephen McGann as Dr Turner Linda Bassett as Nurse Crane Annabelle Apsion as Violet Buckle Georgie Glen as Miss Higgins Call the Midwife confirms young star's return Now, a behind-the-scenes image from on set has revealed Teddy Berriman will be returning as Andrew Trottwood in the new series of Call the Midwife. The image, posted on Instagram, shows Teddy and his mum Nicola with the caption: "Look who's on set this morning! It's Teddy Berriman and his mum Nicola. "Teddy is back as Andrew Trottwood for a day of VERY warm filming!" Fans were excited by the news that the young star would be returning for series 15, rushing to the comments section of the post to pass on their well-wishes. One fan commented: "Lovely he's back where he belongs." Another added: "Love this little star." A third person said: "Amazing!! So glad Teddy is back." While this fan posted: "I'm so glad to see him back on set as his whole storyline was definitely an emotional one that got me in both my mom heart and my teacher one. "It was hands down my favorite episode of season 14 and I cannot wait to see what happens next." Top 10 best British TV series Teddy wins award for role on Call the Midwife Teddy appeared in series 14 of Call the Midwife as the measles-injured Andrew Trottwood. Earlier this month, the young star won Young Influencer of the Year at the council Youth Awards hosted in Bishop Auckland. The award came due to his performance on BBC's Call the Midwife. Following the award, Teddy's mum Nicola said: 'Teddy and myself were so excited when we heard the news! "Teddy has a massive spring in his confidence - it's unbelievable." READ MORE: When will series 15 of Call the Midwife air on TV? Series 15 of Call the Midwife will feature eight hour-long episodes, set in the East End, which will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from January 2026. The new series will follow a two-part Christmas special, which will be set in Hong Kong and Poplar.
Hype Malaysia
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Coach's Winter 2025 Collection Is Giving Joy, Drama & A Whole Lot Of Sparkle
Make more room in your closets, fashionistas! Coach has debuted Stuart Vevers' Winter 2025 collection, the next chapter of his vision of Coach's American heritage seen through the lens of youth culture and the expressive spirit of today's generation. Inspired by the joy and indulgence of the holiday season, the collection juxtaposes garments with a sense of occasion and playful accessories against more grounded, archetypal elements of American sportswear. Celebrating the joy of dressing up, the collection showcases long, dramatic dresses and skirts in crepe, chiffon, taffeta, and tulle, decorated with stars, polka dots, sequins, and butterflies. Peplum tops echo 1940s vintage styles, while suede and denim jackets add a touch of American Southwest charm. Layered looks with plaid blazers, shirts, and ties bring bold patterns to classic tailoring. Knitwear includes shaggy oversized cardigans and sweaters, plus more fitted styles with bowtie details. Disney's Pluto shows up on intarsia knits, sweatshirts, and tees. Echoing Fall's silhouette, the collection features oversized denim trousers and pleated wool or leather maxi skirts worn by all genders. Standout pieces include a tiger-print faux fur cape, shearling and denim coats, a double-breasted Teddy coat with matching hat, and a sheer sequined silk chiffon capelet. 'Before I understood what fashion was, I found joy in the idea of dressing up. It started with my mom dressing my brother and me in matching themed outfits to watch the amateur theatre shows put on by my grandmother,' says Vevers. 'Then in high school that same grandmother helped me craft clubbing outfits out of scraps of vinyl and charity shop treasures that promised a fun night out. Today, my children and I play with wands, crowns, swords and capes that open our world to endless self-expression and immediate optimism. I wanted to share the sense of possibility that fashion allows us to feel, manifest, and enact.' Coach revives three iconic bags by its first lead designer, Bonnie Cashin, updated for today's fashion lovers. The Double Entry Satchel (1969) with its signature kisslock side pockets, the Doctor Satchel (1973) with rolled leather handles and dual turnlock pockets, and the Swagger Bag (1967) all return in rich heritage leather and fresh finishes like red, white, and metallic gold. Also making a comeback are the slightly smaller Kisslock Frame Bag and the Twin Turnlock Bag, now with longer straps to suit the fast-paced lifestyles of today's generation. Coach's signature bow pump gets a crystal-studded upgrade in red, silver, and black. New styles include a soft leather slipper and the Soho Sneaker in bold colours and animal prints, finished with star leather appliqués. Eyewear keeps its rave-inspired shape from Fall, now sparkling with crystals, while jewellery takes a celestial turn with stars, moons, and suns in silver and brass, some with crystal accents. Tapping into the joyful spirit and imagination inherent in the act of getting dressed up, the collection is completed by a set of special accessories including adjustable leather crowns, wands and swords crafted from stacked leather, bunny ears in shearling and leather, and five plush bag charms of stuffed animals wearing seasonal accessories. Photographed by Mark Kean, the images in the lookbook were captured in studio against simple pastel backdrops. They make for a series of portraits filled with the strong sense of personality and selfexpression of the collection's many characters. What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Vox
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vox
What we learned the last time we put AI in a Barbie
is a senior technology correspondent at Vox and author of the User Friendly newsletter. He's spent 15 years covering the intersection of technology, culture, and politics at places like The Atlantic, Gizmodo, and Vice. The first big Christmas gift I remember getting was an animatronic bear named Teddy Ruxpin. Thanks to a cassette tape hidden in his belly, he could talk, his eyes and mouth moving in a famously creepy way. Later that winter, when I was sick with a fever, I hallucinated that the toy came alive and attacked me. I never saw Teddy again after that. These days, toys can do a lot more than tell pre-recorded stories. So-called smart toys, many of which are internet-connected, are a $20 billion business, and increasingly, they're artificially intelligent. Mattel and OpenAI announced a partnership last week to 'bring the magic of AI to age-appropriate play experiences with an emphasis on innovation, privacy, and safety.' They're planning to announce their first product later this year. It's unclear what this might entail: maybe it's Barbies that can gossip with you or a self-driving Hot Wheels or something we haven't even dreamed up yet. All of this makes me nervous as a young parent. I already knew that generative AI was invading classrooms and filling the internet with slop, but I wasn't expecting it to take over the toy aisle so soon. After all, we're already struggling to figure out how to manage our kids' relationship with the technology in their lives, from screen time to the uncanny videos made to trick YouTube's algorithm. As it seeps further into our society, a growing number of people are using AI without even realizing it. So you can't blame me for being anxious about how children might encounter the technology in unexpected ways. User Friendly A weekly dispatch to make sure tech is working for you, instead of overwhelming you. From senior technology correspondent Adam Clark Estes. Email (required) Sign Up By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. AI-powered toys are not as new as you might think. They're not even new for Mattel. A decade ago, the toy giant released Hello Barbie, an internet-connected doll that listened to kids and used AI to respond (think Siri, not ChatGPT). It was essentially the same concept as Teddy Ruxpin except with a lot of digital vulnerabilities. Naturally, security researchers took notice and hacked Hello Barbie, revealing that bad actors could steal personal information or eavesdrop on conversations children were having with the doll. Mattel discontinued the doll in 2017. Hello Barbie later made an appearance in the Barbie movie alongside other poor toy choices like Sugar Daddy Ken and Pregnant Midge. Despite this cautionary tale, companies keep trying to make talking AI toys a thing. One more recent example comes from the mind of Grimes, of all people. Inspired by the son she shares with Elon Musk, the musician teamed up with a company called Curio to create a stuffed rocket ship named Grok. The embodied chatbot is supposed to learn about whomever is playing with it and become a personalized companion. In real life, Grok is frustratingly dumb, according to Katie Arnold-Ratliff, a mom and writer who chronicled her son's experience with the toy in New York magazine last year. 'What captures the hearts and minds of young children is often what they create for themselves with the inanimate artifacts.' 'When it started remembering things about my kid, and speaking back to him, he was amazed,' Arnold-Ratliff told me this week. 'That awe very quickly dissipated once it was like, why are you talking about this completely unrelated thing.' Grok is still somewhere in their house, she said, but it has been turned off for quite some time. It turns out Arnold-Ratliff's son is more interested in inanimate objects that he can make come alive with his imagination. Sure, he'll play Mario on his Nintendo Switch for long stretches of time, but afterward, he'll draw his own worlds on paper. He'll even create digital versions of new levels on Super Mario Maker but get frustrated when the software can't keep up with his imagination. This is a miraculous paradox when it comes to kids and certain tech-powered toys. Although an adult might think that, for instance, AI could prompt kids to think about play in new ways or become an innovative new imaginary friend, kids tend to prefer imagining on their own terms. That's according to Naomi Aguiar, PhD, a researcher at Oregon State University who studies how children form relationships with AI chatbots. 'There's nothing wrong with children's imaginations. They work fine,' Aguiar said. 'What captures the hearts and minds of young children is often what they create for themselves with the inanimate artifacts.' Aguiar did concede that AI can be a powerful educational tool for kids, especially for those who don't have access to resources or who may be on the spectrum. 'If we focus on solutions to specific problems and train the models to do that, it could open up a lot of opportunities,' she told me. Putting AI in a Barbie, however, is not solving a particular problem. None of this means that I'm allergic to the concept of tech-centric toys for kids. Quite the opposite, in fact. Ahead of the Mattel-OpenAI announcement, I'd started researching toys my kid might like that incorporated some technology — enough to make them especially interesting and engaging — but stopped short of triggering dystopian nightmares. Much to my surprise, what I found was something of a mashup between completely inanimate objects and that terrifying Teddy Ruxpin. One of these toys is called a Toniebox, a screen-free audio player with little figurines called Tonies that you put atop the box to unlock content — namely songs, stories, and so forth. Licenses abound, so you can buy a Tonie that corresponds with pretty much any popular kids character, like Disney princesses or Paddington Bear. There are also so-called Creative Tonies that allow you to upload your own audio. For instance, you could ostensibly have a stand-in for a grandparent to enable story time, even if Grandma and Grandpa are not physically there. The whole experience is mediated with an app that the kid never needs to see. There's also the Yoto Player and the Yoto Mini, which are similar to the Toniebox but use cards instead of figurines and have a very low-resolution display that can show a clock or a pixelated character. Because it has that display, kids can also create custom icons to show up when they record their own content onto a card. Yoto has been beta-testing an AI-powered story generator, which is designed for parents to create custom stories for their kids. If those audio players are geared toward story time, a company called Nex makes a video game console for playtime. It's called Nex Playground, and kids use their movements to control it. This happens thanks to a camera equipped with machine-learning capabilities to recognize your movements and expressions. So imagine playing Wii Sports, but instead of throwing the Nintendo controller through your TV screen when you're trying to bowl, you make the bowling motion to play the game. Nex makes most of its games in-house, and all of the computation needed for its gameplay happens on the device itself. That means there's no data being collected or sent to the cloud. Once you download a game, you don't even have to be online to play it. 'We envision toys that can just grow in a way where they become a new way to interact with technology for kids and evolve into something that's much deeper, much more meaningful for families,' David Lee, CEO of Nex, said when I asked him about the future of toys. It will be a few more years before I have to worry about my kid's interactions with a video game console, much less an AI-powered Barbie — and certainly not Teddy Ruxpin. But she loves her Toniebox. She talks to the figurines and lines them up alongside each other, like a little posse. I have no idea what she's imagining them saying back. In a way, that's the point.
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Children of Rangers fan killed in Turkey release Father's Day balloons at Ibrox
Christopher Potter passed on a European away trip before Rangers defeated 3-1 in their Europa League round-of-16 first leg. The children of a Rangers fan who was killed in Istanbul have celebrated their first Father's Day without their dad by releasing balloons inside Ibrox which magically flew to his season ticket seat. Christopher Potter tragically died after he was struck by two cars in Besiktas on Thursday, March 6 prior to the Gers' 3-1 first-leg victory over Fenerbahce in the Europa League round-of-16. The 40-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving behind children Jak, 20, Millie, 13, and Teddy, 6, and wife Holly. For the family, Sunday marked the first Father's Day without Christopher. To mark the occasion, Teddy and Millie released blue and white balloons inside Ibrox to honour their late dad. Upon their release, one of their balloons made its way to Christopher's season ticket seat in section GE2. As the balloons flew across towards the section, his late-wife Holly could be heard saying: "That's where your dad sits." Holly told the Record: "The first Father's Day without Christopher was obviously really hard for us all. "But though he's no longer here with us, his love still echoes in our hearts every single day. "We celebrated him on Father's Day at his favourite place, Ibrox, not with gifts or cards but with memories, tears and gratitude. "He might be out of sight, but he's never out of mind. We miss him more than words can say. "It was a sign, I think, that one of the balloons flew straight up to the sky and the other went over to the area where his seat was. "It shows that he is always looking over us." Since Christopher's untimely passing, Rangers have rallied around the family. His youngest son Teddy was welcomed to Ibrox for the 4-0 victory over Aberdeen on May 11 and met Rangers' Players' Player of the Year Nicolas Raskin - who described the encounter with the youngster as "what football's all about' in his Instagram story. Christopher's wife Holly previously told the Record about how supportive Rangers and its supporters have been throughout the horrific ordeal. She said: 'Since his dad passed, Teddy has really embraced football and Rangers have become a huge passion of his. I know how much that would have meant to Christopher and I like to think that he is looking down with a smile on his face, proud that Teddy is following in his footsteps. 'I have to say a huge thank you to the fans and the Rangers family. They really went above and beyond for him and it meant so much. 'I also have to thank Nico Raskin for taking the time to come over and pose for a pic with Teddy and also posting it on his own social media. Again, the fans were responsible for arranging that and it was just the perfect ending to a perfect day for Teddy." The youngster led the team out with Rangers stopper Jack Butland during their 2-0 defeat to Hibernian at Ibrox on April 5. Butland previously reached out to the family to meet up with him and his mother at Ibrox for the home-leg against Fenerbahce. At the 40th minute of the game, thousands of Rangers supporters paid tribute to Christopher with a roaring applause. Banners were held up in his memory reading: "With the angels you'll be singing, our very special friend. Christopher Potter 1984-2025." Christopher's devastated wife Holly spoke about how her family were overwhelmed. She said at the time: "I was totally overwhelmed at the outpouring of emotion. 'The Rangers family really came together. I know Christopher would have been chuffed to bits to see how they paid their respects and credit to the Fenerbahce fans for joining in too. 'I have to thank all the players from the bottom of my heart. The pain we are all feeling at the moment is indescribable, but there is some comfort knowing how well loved and well-thought of Christopher was.' Christopher, a roofer with SLK Roofing, was hit by a vehicle while crossing a road and was then struck by another car. He was returning to his hotel by taxi after leaving an entertainment venue when he stopped the taxi to withdraw money. According to local reports, one of the motorists was jailed for 'murder by negligence' while the other was released on probation. On March 29, mourners lined the streets of Glasgow to pay their final respects to to the late father-of-three, also known as 'Mr Duke Street', as the Dennistoun Rangers Flute band played Melody as the procession made its way to Daldowie Crematorium. Fans stood on the roof of the Bristol Bar with flags and flares as banners reading "let me tell you that I love you all the time", "simply the best" and "Potter forever" draped from the roof. During the funeral, Christopher was remembered as a "much loved and much respected" son, a doting father and uncle who was "exceptionally hard working" by his loved ones. Following his death, a fundraiser for his family raised over £180,000. Rangers captain James Tavernier, interim manager Barry Ferguson and goalie Jack Butland were amongst those who donated to the appeal. Charity boss Andy Smilie also donated £10,000 to the family. Holly previously said: 'I have been totally overwhelmed by the support I have received from everyone. Of course, no amount of money will bring Christopher back but it will be shared among his children. Fly high Christopher, we loved you so much.' A Rangers spokesperson said: "Christopher will be missed by everyone who knew him and the thoughts of everyone at Rangers are with his family and friends at this time." A spokesperson for the Foreign Office previously told the Record: 'We are aware of the death of a British man in Turkey and are in touch with the local authorities.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
