Tennis star hailed as hero for helping fainting ball girl
Turkish qualifier Zeynep Sonmez rushed to aid a ball girl who collapsed in 28°C heat at the Australian Open. Read the full story of her quick-thinking intervention.
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The Pub That Changed Me: Christmas in July at The Blue Ball
Viv Groskop recalls her teenage years at The Blue Ball in Bruton, Somerset, where a 1992 'Christmas in July' event revealed the timeless value of creating your own joy. Read her nostalgic story.
Council must redo Blue Badge application after failings
Ealing Council apologises after watchdog finds it failed to properly consider a disabled woman's health issues in her Blue Badge appeal. The council must now conduct a fresh review.
Bo Bichette Signs £126m Three-Year Contract with New York Mets
Star shortstop Bo Bichette shocks baseball by leaving Toronto for a record-breaking £126m, three-year pact with the New York Mets. Discover the full details and impact.
Toddler turns sleeping grandma's face blue with marker
A three-year-old boy left his grandmother looking like an 'Avatar' character after covering her face in blue ink while she napped. The hilarious footage from Brazil has gone viral online.
Free Spicy Wings in London for Blue Monday 2026
London's Fortune Fried Chicken is offering three free spicy wings with orders over £15 to combat Blue Monday blues. Get fiery Thai-inspired flavours at Old Spitalfields Market.
25 High Street Finds to Beat Blue Monday 2026
Discover 25 mood-boosting fashion, beauty, and homeware picks from Primark, George at Asda, and more to combat the January blues. Shop expert-curated deals for Blue Monday, January 19, 2026.
7 Londoners prosecuted for Blue Badge misuse
Croydon Council has named and shamed seven residents prosecuted for misusing disabled parking badges, with fines totalling over £6,000. Read the full story.
Sean Scully: The Abstract Painter Driven by Anguish
At 80, Sean Scully's new Paris exhibition reveals how a shattered childhood and personal loss fuel his powerful abstract art. The Irish-born painter discusses his quest to 'break hearts' through colour.
FA Cup Fourth Round Draw: Time, Numbers & How to Watch
All the details for the FA Cup fourth round draw, including start time, ball numbers, and how to watch live on TV and stream for free in the UK.
Industry to Blue Velvet: A Week of Rave Reviews
Critics celebrate the return of BBC's Industry and a new Blue Velvet stage adaptation. Discover the week's top-rated TV, theatre, and film in our culture roundup.
FA Cup Fourth Round Draw: Time, TV & Ball Numbers
All you need to know about the FA Cup fourth round draw, including start time, how to watch live on TV and free stream, and the full list of ball numbers for the 2026 competition.
Ex-footballer McQueen said heading ball contributed to dementia
Daughter of Scotland and Man Utd legend Gordon McQueen tells inquest he believed heading the ball led to his vascular dementia. Read the full story on the growing evidence linking football to brain injury.
Jessica Williams' Prepared Piano Revolution Rediscovered
A superb new reissue, 'Blue Abstraction,' uncovers the radical prepared piano experiments of late jazz pianist Jessica Williams, showcasing her decades-long sonic rebellion.
Helen Skelton on Cameron, Strictly and Her Chaotic Life
TV presenter Helen Skelton reveals her most embarrassing moment with David Cameron, her Strictly Come Dancing apology, and the life lessons from her Cumbrian roots in a candid new interview.
FTSE 100 breaks 10,000 mark for first time
The UK's blue-chip FTSE 100 index has surged past 10,000 points, marking a stellar year with over 20% growth. Discover the drivers behind this historic rally and what it means for investors.
Blue's New Album 'Reflections' Reviewed
Blue's seventh album 'Reflections' attempts to recapture their Y2K boyband magic but delivers a clunky rehash, sounding like Westlife on a bad day. Read our full review.
Vogue Balls Go Mainstream in New Zealand
Māori and Pasifika-led vogue ballroom culture, born from New York's queer resistance, is now captivating mainstream audiences in New Zealand, with major events held at national institutions like Te Papa museum.
The Science Behind Airlines' Blue Seat Obsession
Discover the surprising psychological and practical reasons why airlines like Ryanair and British Airways overwhelmingly choose blue for cabin seats. Learn how colour science aims to calm flyers.
Jamaican-Born Trumpeter Eddie Thornton Dies Aged 94
Eddie 'Tan Tan' Thornton, the Jamaican trumpeter who shaped the sound of 1960s London and British reggae, has died at 94. Read his remarkable musical journey.
Watch 2026 New Year's Eve Live: Sydney, London, NYC
Ring in 2026 with a unique global livestream. Watch fireworks from Sydney, London, and New York as the New Year sweeps across the world. Join the celebration live!
London City Airport drop-off charges from 2026
London City Airport will introduce an £8 drop-off charge from January 2026 to encourage public transport use. Blue badge holders are exempt. Find out the new rules.
Astronaut reveals depression after spaceflight backlash
Amanda Nguyen, the first Vietnamese woman in space, opens up about a 'tsunami of harassment' following her historic Blue Origin flight with Katy Perry and Gayle King.
2025: The Year Celebrity Culture Crashed Back to Earth
From Katy Perry's space flight to Bezos's Venice wedding, 2025 saw a public backlash against vacuous celebrity. Explore the cultural shift demanding substance over spectacle.
Guide: Americans' Top Royal Questions Are About Harry & Meghan
A London Blue Badge guide reveals the two royals American tourists are most curious about, and it's not the Prince and Princess of Wales. Discover the surprising insights.
Search for woman missing in SA outback for 16 days renewed
Police hold grave fears for Trisha Graf, missing in the South Australian outback since 13 December. Aerial searches expand near where her abandoned car was found. Call Crime Stoppers with information.
Powerful US winter storm brings blizzards and record cold
A major winter storm sweeps across the US, bringing blizzards to the Midwest and a dramatic 'Blue Norther' cold front to the South, ending days of record-breaking warmth. Read the latest forecasts.
IBM's 'Turnaround' CEO Louis Gerstner Dies at 83
Louis Gerstner, the former IBM chair and CEO credited with saving the tech giant in the 1990s, has died aged 83. Discover the legacy of the leader who rejected a breakup and refocused on clients.
Lang Hancock's Asbestos Mining Past Uncovered
A new podcast episode explores Lang Hancock's early career mining blue asbestos at Wittenoom, a site of national tragedy. Discover the untold family stories.
Brits' Most Ridiculous Purchases, From £550 Zorb Balls
Metro readers share their most absurd buys, from a £550 Zorb ball to fake celebrity photos. Discover the hilarious and costly lessons learned from Boxing Day sale madness.
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