Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today

Gary Barlow heads up BBC One’s new talent show which promises five young men a job rather than just five minutes of fame, writes Ella Walker

Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today.

The career of James Corden has gone from strength to strength since he moved to America to host The Late Late Show.

The BBC is scouring Cork for singers, dancers, all around performers, and even some old-fashioned sages who can offer a bit of traditional advice.

Cork's musicians came out in force today to audition for a brand new Saturday night entertainment show Let It Shine.

Holly Ryan is from Waterford and is playing Belle in the Cork Opera House panto, Beauty and the Beast. She is 18 and living in Cork (and away from home) for the first time to work on the production.

A lifelong Take That fan has a set of wedding photos to treasure after Gary Barlow turned up to serenade the newlyweds.

Good evening. Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today.

Gary Barlow has given another bride a wedding day to remember after serenading her on the big day.

Take That have been in danger of turning into the incredible shrinking band lately, with Robbie Williams sitting out their latest reunion and Jason Orange announcing he wouldn’t be coming back (for good).

Michelle Keegan has been crowned the world’s sexiest woman in a list also featuring Susanna Reid and Mary Berry.

Ireland turns to Nama to tackle the escalating housing crisis, Minister Richard Bruton has blamed an administrative error after a letter addressed a well known baker as ’Mr. Bread’ and Real Madrid have secured their place in the Champions League Semi Final.  These are some of the latest and most read news stories on irishexaminer.com this morning.

A Limerick mother-of-one has begun stalking Take That star Gary Barlow, in a bid to get him to sing at her wedding in August.

ED SHEERAN could be the latest star to join the terrifying world of Game Of Thrones.

Here are our tips for the best of tonight's telly.

Take That have urged One Direction to "stay as a unit".

Take That star Howard Donald has married girlfriend Katie Halil in a private ceremony.

Gary Barlow is to play at the weddings of three of his fans in 2015.

Got a gig-goer, a gamer or even a gadget-freak on your pressie list? Ed Power runs through some entertainment options that might help ease your shopping worries.

They went from a five-piece to a four-piece, and lost another member this year, but Take That will reunite, they have said – they are just not sure when.

Pop band Take That have announced they will go on tour next year, as they prepare to hit the road as a trio for the first time.

Take That have teamed up with ELO frontman Jeff Lynne for their new album - their first as a trio since Jason Orange quit.

Take That star Jason Orange has revealed he has quit the group.

Pop star Gary Barlow has finally broken his silence to “apologise” on Twitter following damaging tax-dodging allegations.

Can Simon and Cheryl rescue the format, or has the TV show had its day? Ed Power reports

Think you’ve got the X Factor?

Harry Styles turned down the chance to play Cara Delevigne's love interest in a movie.

X Factor bosses are "hopeful" that Madonna will perform on this year's live shows.

Mel B gives rude drawings to Louis Walsh during filming for 'The X Factor'.

Rylan Clark has landed a record deal.

The explosion in digital media has led to a growing problem of online abuse, which is frequently targeted at women, often with serious and damaging consequences.

Hollywood star Zac Efron has been named the “hottest hunk” of 2014 – ousting Tom Daley, who took top spot in the Heat magazine poll last year.

Fear of seeming friendless or single prevents many people, especially women, from socialising or travelling by themselves, but going solo has its advantages, says Caroline Allen.

Monty Python stars have recorded their own unofficial World Cup anthem for England’s campaign – with a new version of Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life.

BBC broadcaster Gabby Logan has said she will repay any tax she owes after admitting investing in the scheme used by ‘Take That’ star Gary Barlow.

Take That star Gary Barlow is facing calls to hand back his OBE over claims he invested in a tax avoidance scheme.

Gary Barlow surprised a fan on her wedding day by serenading her.

Gary Barlow has told for the first time how the stillbirth of his daughter filtered into the songwriting on his latest album.

Robbie Williams is not returning to Take That.

Gary Barlow has revealed his regrets after going behind the backs of his Take That bandmates to record the lead vocal on a single – which meant Robbie Williams was dumped from one of their biggest early hits.

Welcome to your Tuesday morning briefing. Let us ensure you’re up to speed on what’s happening and are prepared for the day ahead.