EastEnders Legend Pat Evans Returns from the Dead
In a shocking early BBC iPlayer release, iconic EastEnders matriarch Pat Evans makes a dramatic return. The emotional episode focuses on Nigel Bates's dementia struggle. Stream now.
In a shocking early BBC iPlayer release, iconic EastEnders matriarch Pat Evans makes a dramatic return. The emotional episode focuses on Nigel Bates's dementia struggle. Stream now.
Australian newspapers gleefully declared the end of England's 'Bazball' philosophy after retaining the Ashes urn in a record-equalling 11 days of cricket. Discover the reaction.
New Bristol Rovers manager Steve Evans aims to elevate the club to rival Bristol City after halting a 10-game losing streak. Read about his dramatic weight loss and ambitious plans.
Australia faces a major selection headache as captain Pat Cummins and spinner Nathan Lyon are set to miss the final Ashes Tests in Melbourne and Sydney. Get the full injury update.
Pat Cummins has captained Australia to Ashes retention, joining a legendary group of skippers. We analyse the historic win and the challenge of winning in England. Read the full story.
Bristol Bears ran in six tries in a dominant 40-14 victory over a woeful Harlequins at Twickenham's Big Game. Read the full match report and analysis.
England staged a spirited fightback on day four of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, but Australia remain in a commanding position, needing just 141 runs to win with 10 wickets in hand. Follow the live action and key moments.
England's batting philosophy was dismantled by Australia's relentless bowlers on a scorching day in Adelaide. The tourists slumped to 213-8, trailing by 158 runs. Read the full match analysis.
Nathan Lyon celebrates a historic Ashes performance, moving clear as Australia's second-highest Test wicket-taker, as England's batting collapses under pressure. Read the full analysis.
England's Ashes hopes are hanging by a thread after a brutal second day in Adelaide saw them collapse to 213-8, trailing Australia by 158 runs. Pat Cummins led a ferocious bowling attack as controversy over Snicko technology flared.
Remembering Faith Evans, the highly qualified secretary whose timely phone call launched a career in publishing and a lifelong friendship. Discover her story in jazz and literature.
The third Ashes Test begins in Adelaide amid heightened security and national mourning following the Bondi beach terror attack. Analysis of Australia's shock and rising antisemitism.
Australia captain Pat Cummins pays emotional tribute to Bondi and Jewish communities as third Ashes Test in Adelaide to hold moment's silence. Read the full story.
A new £820m scheme for young unemployed faces criticism for contradicting policies that restrict flexible work. Experts warn it masks a shrinking opportunity landscape.
Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja faces an uncertain Test future after being left out of the XI for the crucial third Ashes match in Adelaide. Read the full team news.
EastEnders viewers were left scratching their heads after a confusing joke about Pat Butcher aired. We break down why the gag fell flat in an episode packed with drama.
Labour launches a new child poverty strategy, pledging to end the two-child benefit cap. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden insists further welfare reform is still needed to tackle rising costs and inactivity. Read the full details.
Australia's Josh Hazlewood faces a race against time for the Ashes after an Achilles complaint disrupted his recovery from a hamstring injury, casting doubt on a reunion of the famed pace attack.
Lord Evans of Watford, suspended from the Lords for lobbying breaches, now faces US legal action over a $1m payment from a Kazakh asset sale. He denies all claims.
Pat Cummins' fitness creates a rare pre-match mystery for Australia's XI and captaincy ahead of the Gabba Test. Will Steve Smith lead again? Analysis inside.
Australia captain Pat Cummins confirms four changes to the starting XI for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. Get the full team news and analysis ahead of the crucial Gabba clash.
Actor Shaun Williamson explains the deeply personal connection to his EastEnders return as Barry Evans after 21 years, linking it to his mother's dementia battle. Read his emotional story.
Confusion surrounds Pat Cummins and Usman Khawaja's fitness for the second Ashes Test. Why is Cricket Australia's communication so opaque? Discover the latest updates.
Australia opts for an unchanged 14-man squad for the second Ashes Test at the Gabba, with captain Pat Cummins still unavailable. Can England capitalise? Read the full analysis.
England schedule extra training after heavy first Test loss. McCullum opts for nets over warm-up match as Cummins nears Australia return. Can they level the series?
Richard Dannatt and David Evans face lengthy suspensions from House of Lords after undercover investigation reveals lobbying rule violations. Discover the implications for parliamentary reform.
Lord Dannatt and Lord Evans face House of Lords suspensions after being found guilty of breaking parliamentary rules for payment. Read the full investigation details.
Lord Dannatt and Lord Evans face suspension from the House of Lords after a watchdog found they breached lobbying rules. Read the full investigation details.
Analysis of critical player duels in the 2025-26 Ashes series, including Joe Root's challenge against Pat Cummins and the middle-order battle between Travis Head and Harry Brook.
Australia's Ashes preparations disrupted as Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood injuries force unexpected squad transition. Can their veteran bowling attack withstand England's challenge?