24-Year-Old William Pitt Becomes Prime Minister in 1783
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Actor William Rush dies aged 31, tributes pour in
Tributes flood in for Waterloo Road actor William Rush, 31, after his death was announced by his mother, Coronation Street's Debbie Rush. Denise Welch and co-stars share condolences.
Actor Peter Greene found dead with injuries in NYC apartment
Actor Peter Greene, known for Pulp Fiction and The Mask, found dead at 60. Police investigate injuries as manager pays tribute. Read the latest on this tragic story.
Corrie star Debbie Rush's actor son William dies aged 31
Former Coronation Street actress Debbie Rush announces the death of her son, actor William Rush, aged 31. Tributes pour in from soap co-stars. #BeKind
May-Britt, Oscar-Winning Swedish Actor, Dies Aged 91
Swedish screen icon May-Britt, famed for 'The Emigrants', has died at 91. We look back at her Oscar-winning career and lasting legacy in film.
Domhnall Gleeson to Receive Oscar Wilde Award in LA
Irish actor Domhnall Gleeson is set to receive his first major Hollywood accolade, the Oscar Wilde award, in March 2025. Discover the career of this critically acclaimed yet underrated star.
Actor William, son of Coronation Street's Debbie Rush, dies at 31
Debbie Rush announces the death of her son William, a Waterloo Road actor, days before Christmas. The Coronation Street cast offers support as the family grieves.
Corrie star Debbie Rush's son, actor William, dies aged 31
Coronation Street actress Debbie Rush shares tragic news of her son William's death. The 31-year-old actor and organ donor passed away on 17th December. Read the family's full statement.
Artist and scholar David Heathcote dies aged 94
Renowned British artist and art historian David Heathcote has passed away at 94. His influential work spanned painting, sculpture, and the preservation of Hausa crafts, with a major collection now at the British Museum.
Actor Peter Greene, star of Pulp Fiction and The Mask, dies at 60
Peter Greene, the intense actor famed for roles in Pulp Fiction and The Mask, has died suddenly aged 60. Explore his memorable, unnerving performances and turbulent life story.
Buck Rogers star Gil Gerard dies aged 82
Actor Gil Gerard, famed for playing Buck Rogers, has died at 82 after a short, aggressive cancer battle. His wife Janet announced the sad news on Facebook.
Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock exhibition in Paris
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
Rachael Carpani, McLeod's Daughters Star, Dies at 45
Beloved Australian actor Rachael Carpani, known for 'McLeod's Daughters' and 'Home and Away', has died aged 45 after a long battle with chronic illness. Read the full tribute.
UK sitcom star Michael Crawford honoured by Trump
British actor Michael Crawford, famed for 'Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em', receives a prestigious Kennedy Centre Honour from Donald Trump alongside Sylvester Stallone. Discover the full story and reaction.
Photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73
Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.
Anna Maxwell Martin on bullying, acting and life as a single mum
BAFTA-winning actor Anna Maxwell Martin reflects on her childhood as a 'happy weirdo', her driven career, and navigating single motherhood after her husband's death. Read her candid interview.
The UK citizenship test is a 'bad pub quiz'
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
Watch All 25 James Bond Movies Free This Month
Pluto TV is streaming every official 007 film for free this December. From 'Dr. No' to 'No Time To Die', enjoy a festive Bond marathon. Find out which films are new to the service and the latest on the next 007.
Why Timothée Chalamet is Everywhere in 2025
From Oscar buzz to viral puppy moments, discover the seven key reasons behind Timothée Chalamet's unprecedented cultural dominance in 2025. Get the full celebrity crib sheet now.
Jeremy O Harris Arrested in Japan on Drug Smuggling Suspicion
Playwright and actor Jeremy O Harris, known for 'Emily in Paris', has been held in Japan for 18 days after customs allegedly found MDMA in his bag. Learn the details and potential consequences.
Michael Caine retires for fourth time at 92
Legendary actor Michael Caine, 92, appears to retire for a fourth time while accepting a lifetime achievement award at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.
Mortal Kombat actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa dies aged 75
Prolific actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, famed for playing Shang Tsung in Mortal Kombat, has died at 75 from stroke complications. We look back at his 40-year career.
UK Underground Rap's Global Explosion & New British Invasion
A new wave of UK underground rap, led by artists like EsDeeKid and Lancey Foux, is achieving global fame. With a maxed-out, experimental sound and a focus on British identity, this movement is poised for a major international breakthrough. Discover the sc
Matthew Perry's doctor jailed for 30 months
Dr Salvador Plasencia sentenced to 30 months for supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry, whose death was caused by the drug's acute effects. Read the full court details.
DC Star Schoenaerts Gets 6-Month Prison Sentence
Belgian actor Matthias Schoenaerts, set to star in DC's 'Supergirl', has been sentenced to six months in prison for driving without a licence. Read the full details of his legal troubles.
Brolin on Trump: 'No Greater Genius' in Marketing
Oscar-nominated actor Josh Brolin opens up about his past friendship with Donald Trump, calling him a marketing 'genius' but admitting their values have diverged. Read the full interview.
Star Wars actor quits Ahsoka over single mother pay dispute
Claudia Black reveals she won't return for Ahsoka season 2 as Disney 'could not support a single mom' with a salary to film in London while based in LA. Read her full statement.
London actor jailed for right-wing terror material
South West London actor Declan George Candiani sentenced to nearly two years imprisonment for possessing extreme right-wing material after claiming pact with 'red-horned devil'. Read the full details.
British national arrested in Lebanon for suspected spying
A British national was detained in Lebanon for allegedly spying for Israel after photographing defence ministry. Released after 12 days with UK Foreign Office support.
Bryan Brown on writing, working and never slowing down
Australian actor Bryan Brown discusses his new crime novel The Hidden, his disciplined writing routine, and why he never thinks about retirement at age 78.
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