2026 Fiction Preview: Major New Novels Announced
A look ahead at the biggest fiction releases for 2026, featuring major new works from Maggie O'Farrell, Julian Barnes, George Saunders, and many more. Discover the essential books to pre-order now.
A look ahead at the biggest fiction releases for 2026, featuring major new works from Maggie O'Farrell, Julian Barnes, George Saunders, and many more. Discover the essential books to pre-order now.
BBC Radio 4's The Archers is hitting the road for its 75th anniversary. A live theatrical experience, hosted by Angela Barnes, will tour 29 UK venues from June to November 2026.
Julian Draxler opens up on turning down Arsenal and Liverpool transfers, pondering what might have been under Arsene Wenger and Jurgen Klopp. Read his candid career reflections.
A 16-year-old has been sentenced to five years for a 'frenzied' stabbing outside Barnes railway station. The victim required lifesaving surgery. Read the full report.
Our reporter tried Rick Stein's only London restaurant in Barnes. Discover if the festive menu and famous fish dishes live up to the hype. Read the full verdict now.
Meet B'Dave, a 15-year-old ram who thinks he's a dog. He wanders into his owners' kitchen for treats and affection, charming campers and family alike. Discover this heartwarming story of an unlikely pet.
The owner of Waterstones and Barnes & Noble is reportedly preparing a London stock market listing, a potential boost for the UK's financial sector. Read the latest on this major business move.
Scotland manager Steve Clarke will gauge Harvey Barnes' desire to switch allegiance from England before March friendlies. Clarke also hints at staying on after the World Cup. Read the latest.
TV presenter Holly Willoughby has been fined and given penalty points after admitting driving without due care in a collision that injured a moped rider in Barnes. Read the full details.
TV presenter Holly Willoughby pleads guilty to driving without due care after knocking a man from his scooter in Barnes, resulting in serious injuries including a fractured neck. Full details of the court hearing and sentence.
Eddie Howe hopes Newcastle can overcome their travel sickness as they face Marseille in a crucial Champions League clash. Can the Magpies rise to the challenge?
Harvey Barnes came off the bench to score twice as Newcastle United secured a dramatic 2-1 victory against Manchester City, marking Eddie Howe's first-ever Premier League win over Pep Guardiola.
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the London Palladium panto stars Julian Clary and Catherine Tate in Sleeping Beauty from 6 Dec 2025 - 11 Jan 2026. Book your tickets now for this legendary festive show!
Arsenal's Kai Havertz faces a delayed return after a setback in his recovery, with Germany's manager confirming a 'minor relapse'. Discover the impact on Mikel Arteta's squad.
Explore Chelsea's potential dream lineup featuring Julian Alvarez, Kobbie Mainoo, and Ronald Araujo. Could these January transfers propel the Blues to title glory?
Meet the professional dancers for Strictly Come Dancing 2025, including two exciting new additions from the US and Australia. Discover who's back and who has a partner.
John Barnes cautions Enzo Maresca against piling pressure on Chelsea's £29m Brazilian youngster Estevao, warning the 18-year-old 'has done nothing' in the Premier League yet.
Discover how Julian Gerson crafted Zohran Mamdani's socialist-inspired victory speech that quoted Eugene Debs and celebrated New York's diversity. Read the full analysis.
Discover why Robert Altman's 2001 masterpiece Gosford Park continues to charm audiences with its brilliant upstairs-downstairs drama and witty social commentary.