Independent Founder Andreas Whittam Smith Dies at 88
Sir Andreas Whittam Smith, founding editor of The Independent newspaper, has died aged 88. Discover how he revolutionised British journalism and his lasting legacy.
Sir Andreas Whittam Smith, founding editor of The Independent newspaper, has died aged 88. Discover how he revolutionised British journalism and his lasting legacy.
Phil Taylor, the charismatic Greater Manchester headteacher who regularly challenged education ministers on television, has died aged 81. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Discover the remarkable life of Tommy Gee, the colonial administrator who championed Ugandan education and helped double its secondary schools. Read his inspiring obituary.
Alexander Isak scored his first Premier League goal for Liverpool as they secured a crucial 2-0 victory against West Ham United at the London Stadium.
Liverpool's record £450m summer signings including Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak have failed to deliver, leaving manager Arne Slot fighting for his future after disastrous run.
Professor Simon Lavington, who preserved Britain's computing heritage and led youth sailing trips, has died at 85. Discover his remarkable legacy in technology and education.
Remembering Clive Borrow, Cottenham's amateur theatre icon who performed in 76 shows and directed 26 productions. Discover his remarkable legacy in Cambridgeshire arts.
Remembering David Young, the linguistics scholar whose grammar books are used worldwide and whose passion for Wales defined his long retirement in Usk. Discover his remarkable life and legacy.
Celebrating the extraordinary life of Derek Evered, a beloved fencing coach and respected biochemist who shared his passion for sport and science into his centenary year. Discover his inspiring legacy.
Mike Alexander realised his childhood ambition to become warden of Skomer Island, revolutionising nature conservation with computer systems and leaving a lasting legacy in Wales.
Sugababes, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Wolf Alice join Olly Alexander's Trans Mission charity concert at Wembley Arena to support trans rights and fight discrimination. Tickets on sale December 2nd.
The smash-hit comedy Oh, Mary!, reimagining Mary Todd Lincoln as a cabaret-obsessed alcoholic, transfers to London's West End. Discover the show dubbed 'the new Hamilton'.
Former Harry Potter star Harry Melling delivers a career-defining performance in Pillion, a shocking and tender BDSM drama set in Bromley. The film is now in UK cinemas.
Discover how Alexander Skarsgård's kinky Christmas movie 'Pillion' transformed a south London suburb into a festive BDSM setting. Read the behind-the-scenes story now.
Remembering Pam Hogg, the Scottish designer whose radical creations dressed music icons from Bowie to Beyoncé while staying true to her DIY punk roots in Hackney Wick.
Jill Freud, the real-life inspiration for Lucy Pevensie in CS Lewis's Chronicles of Narnia and founder of Suffolk's beloved summer rep theatre, has died aged 98. Discover her remarkable life story.
Gopichand Hinduja, who topped Britain's rich list with £35bn family conglomerate, passes away at 85. Discover his journey from Iran to London opulence.
Scottish fashion designer Pam Hogg, known for her club kid aesthetic and dressing stars like Rihanna, has died. Discover the life of this '100% party girl' who challenged convention.
Versatile actor Jack Shepherd, best known for ITV's Wycliffe, passes away at 85. Explore his remarkable 60-year career spanning stage, screen and writing.
Bill McNally, the industrial chemist whose pipeline protection work earned two Queen's Awards, has died aged 89. Discover his remarkable journey from Bootle to international success.
Richard Lloyd MBE, passionate countryside protector and former Countryside Commission leader, has passed away at 81. Discover his remarkable environmental legacy.
Remembering Zipora Whyman, whose life wove together Middle Eastern culinary traditions, exquisite floral art, and a journey from Israeli kibbutzim to Manchester.
Remembering Peter Griffiths, a passionate educator who transitioned to award-winning television schools programming, leaving a legacy in education and broadcasting.
Remembering Hugh Nowell, co-founder of Grosvenor Books and the International Communications Forum, who championed moral values in publishing. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Remembering Barbara Cavanagh, a self-taught antiquarian bookseller who specialised in ballet ephemera and opera materials. Discover her remarkable life and contributions to the arts.
Celebrating the life of Ian Marchant, a writer and broadcaster whose unique work explored British counterculture, railways, and nightlife. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Tribute to Rosemary Church, a primary school teacher and dedicated local historian who founded the Faringdon and District Archaeological and Historical Society.
Liverpool boss Arne Slot admits he may start Alexander Isak against Nottingham Forest to help the £125m striker regain form, despite ongoing fitness issues and right-back injuries.
Celebrating the remarkable life of Marjorie Ainsworth, whose 86-year volunteer service for Manchester and Salford Film Society and pioneering educational work left an indelible mark on UK culture. Discover her inspiring journey.
Remembering Melanie Quin, whose charm and intelligence shaped British and European hands-on science centres. Discover her remarkable journey in science communication.