Festive Dessert Wine Pairings for Christmas
Tired of tawny port? Discover expert wine pairings for Christmas pudding, from recioto della Valpolicella to demi-sec champagne. Elevate your festive dessert course.
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Unseasonal UK birdsong sparks climate debate
Mild winter weather triggers early birdsong from skylarks and thrushes in the UK. Is this a charming anomaly or a stark warning of the climate crisis? Discover the facts.
Toni Basil: The Icon Beyond 'Mickey' at 82
At 82, Toni Basil reflects on a legendary career that shaped pop culture, from teaching Elvis to choreographing Bowie and creating a global hit. Discover the story behind the icon.
Carney's British spellings criticised by Canadian linguists
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faces criticism for using British English spellings in official documents, breaking national conventions. Linguists urge a return to Canadian norms.
Grandad's mission for Christmas number one with new song
Peter Tuttle, a 61-year-old hairdresser from Norwich, is chasing the Christmas number one spot with a poignant new single dedicated to his late father. Discover his emotional journey and hear 'Christmas Time (On My Mind)'.
Pearson fined £2m for serious exam standards failures
Exam board Pearson hit with £2m in fines for breaches affecting GCSE English, A-Level Chinese, and an online English test. Ofqual acts to protect student trust.
Banana containers spill in Solent, causing cruise chaos
Thousands of bananas and exotic fruit wash up on the Isle of Wight after containers fall from cargo ship, delaying a P&O cruise. Full details and coastguard warnings here.
Denise Welch Drops Christmas Hyper-Pop Track 'Slayyy Bells'
Loose Women star Denise Welch, 67, releases chaotic Christmas hyper-pop anthem 'Slayyy Bells' with Celebrations, calling embarrassing her kids 'one of life's great joys'. Read her festive family traditions and new fashion icon status.
Six Great Reads: Future Trains & Wallaby Hunts
Explore six compelling long reads, from a visionary train journey and the search for 'Sky Boys' to the surprising hunt for wallabies in the English countryside. Discover these stories now.
HMS Pinafore review: Carry On up the poop deck at ENO
Cal McCrystal's gloriously daffy HMS Pinafore at the London Coliseum is packed with physical comedy & double-entendres. Mel Giedroyc shines in this crowd-pleasing revival. Runs until 7 Feb.
Sea Phrases in Everyday English: A Linguistic Voyage
Explore the surprising nautical origins of common English phrases like 'by and large' and 'three sheets to the wind'. Discover how the language of the sea washed ashore. Read the full analysis.
Eurovision 2026 Boycott Over Israel Participation
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands lead a growing boycott of Eurovision 2026 after Israel is allowed to compete. Read the full statements and see which other countries are joining.
Sir Terence English, Transplant Pioneer, Dies at 93
Sir Terence English, the surgeon who launched the UK's first successful heart transplant programme at Papworth Hospital, has died aged 93. Read his remarkable story.
The words you've been saying wrong all year
A new study reveals the most commonly mispronounced words and names of 2025, from celebrities to viral trends. Discover the correct way to say them.
15 TV characters who arrived late but stole the show
From Succession's Ewan Roy to Friends' Mike Hannigan, discover the late-arriving TV characters who became unforgettable. Which fan favourite made your list?
Odds for next James Bond theme song revealed
Bookies reveal the frontrunners to perform the next 007 theme tune, with Dua Lipa leading the pack and Oasis a surprise contender. Who will follow Adele and Billie Eilish?
Victorian children's letters to Santa uncovered
A six-year-old's 1883 letter to Santa, found in newspaper archives, shows children's festive wishes haven't changed in 140 years. Discover the origins of this UK tradition.
Australian choir sings in ancient Indigenous Gumbaynggirr
A community choir in Coffs Harbour performs 'Black Smoke' in the Gumbaynggirr language, a powerful act of cultural preservation. Discover how music is reviving Australia's First Nations heritage.
Jorja Smith Label Seeks Royalties from AI TikTok Hit
Jorja Smith's record label demands a share of royalties from a viral TikTok song using an AI-cloned version of her voice. Discover the copyright battle and its implications for the music industry.
Wiggles deny condoning drugs after controversial TikTok video
The Wiggles have clarified they do not support drug use after members appeared in a TikTok video for the song 'Ecstasy'. The group states the footage was used without their knowledge or approval.
Taxi driver smuggling ring boss jailed for 11 years
Madjid Belabes sentenced to nearly 11 years for running criminal network that smuggled migrants to France using taxi drivers. Read the full investigation details.
Everton beat Newcastle 2-1 in crucial Premier League clash
Everton secured a vital 2-1 victory against Newcastle United in a tense Premier League encounter at Goodison Park. Read the full match analysis and key moments.
David Young, linguistics author and Welsh lover, dies at 94
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.
Bog People: Working-Class Folk Horror Anthology Review
Discover Bog People, a powerful anthology of folk horror stories exploring class, hierarchy and inequality across England. Read our review of this compelling collection.
Liverpool: Worst Premier League Champions Ever
Liverpool's 2024/25 title defence has been historically poor, making them statistically the worst defending champions in Premier League history. Discover the shocking numbers.
Super Bowl Shuffle: How a Bears rap song made history
Discover how the Chicago Bears' 1985 'Super Bowl Shuffle' rap video went viral before the internet era and helped propel them to Super Bowl glory. A new HBO documentary reveals the full story.
Bob Houghton's Malmö: The 1979 European Cup Finalists
The incredible story of how English manager Bob Houghton revolutionised Swedish football and led Malmö, with part-time players, to the 1979 European Cup final against Nottingham Forest.
Peter Griffiths: Esteemed Educator and TV Producer Dies
Remembering Peter Griffiths, a passionate educator who transitioned to award-winning television schools programming, leaving a legacy in education and broadcasting.
English Mayors Get Power to Levy Tourist Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves gives English mayors power to impose a tourist tax on overnight stays, sparking hospitality industry backlash over cost of living concerns.
Heart transplant pioneer Sir Terence English dies aged 93
Sir Terence English, the surgeon who led Britain's first successful heart transplant in 1979, has died peacefully at home aged 93. Discover his remarkable legacy.
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