Politics
EastEnders and Citizen Smith star Cheryl Hall dies aged 76
Cheryl Hall, known for Citizen Smith and EastEnders, has died at 76. Her former partner Robin Askwith confirmed the news on social media.
Culture
LEGO Ninjago Destiny's Bounty Board Game Launches at £34.99
Asmodee's LEGO Ninjago: Destiny's Bounty Adventures cooperative board game, priced £34.99, offers six replayable adventures for ages 8+, featuring exclusive ninja characters.
Sports
Strictly 2026: Lacey Turner Leads Our Ratings of the New Lineup
Lacey Turner tops our ratings for Strictly 2026, with Jaime Winstone second. The 24th series introduces three new presenters and five new pros.
Business
YouGarden Autumn Winter Bedding Plants Deal 1997
YouGarden's autumn winter bedding plants deal offers 60 plug plants for £19.97, saving £40.02. Available now while stocks last.
Transport
Environment
Invertebrate of the Year 2026: Vote Now
Vote for the 2026 Invertebrate of the Year among 10 finalists, from immortal jellyfish to 120-decibel cicadas, highlighting over 1.3 million spineless species.
Soil fungus offers hope against African armyworm
A soil fungus found in KwaZulu-Natal could control African armyworms, a major crop pest, after a scientist's breakthrough research.
Neon Flying Squid Glide in Formation Above Pacific
Japanese researchers documented 100 neon flying squid gliding 30 meters above the Pacific, confirming a rare behavior. The squid use a funnel-like organ to jet-propel themselves in and out of water.
Proposed Florida Datacenter Could Harm Everglades, Experts Warn
A proposed 600MW datacenter in Palm Beach County could increase water temperatures and fuel toxic algal blooms, threatening Everglades restoration, experts warn.
Burnham urges disposable barbecue ban to stop wildfires
Andy Burnham calls for a UK-wide ban on disposable barbecues after wildfires in Greater Manchester, urging government action.
General Knowledge Quiz: Test Your Wits
Stretch your general knowledge with fourteen questions on science, sport, literature, nature and famous Britons from Newton to Shakespeare. A mix of easy wins and trickier teasers for the whole family. How many can you score?
