Strictly 2025 Musicals Week: Quarter-Final Showdown
The Strictly Come Dancing quarter-final brings a spectacular Musicals Week. Five couples face a new Dance Relay and fight for a semi-final spot. Follow our liveblog from 6.20pm on BBC One.
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72-Hour Guide to Riga: Europe's Most Affordable City Break
Discover a 72-hour itinerary for Riga, Latvia's elegant capital. From traditional pirts sauna rituals to Art Nouveau splendour and Soviet history, find out why this 'Paris of the North' offers an unforgettable and surprisingly affordable European getaway.
The Raw Truth About Christmas Recipes and Tradition
Food writer Rachel Roddy explores why imperfect, cherished Christmas recipes hold more value than flawless, raw dishes. Discover the heart of festive cooking.
Sabiib Acton: Somali Dining with Aesthetic Flair
Discover Sabiib in Acton, a sleek Somali restaurant where traditional dishes meet stunning presentation. From haniid lamb to sambusas, explore a menu of flavour. Plan your visit now.
Review: ZooNation's Hip Hop 'Ebony Scrooge' in London
ZooNation's hip hop dance take on 'A Christmas Carol', 'Ebony Scrooge', offers festive fun at Sadler's Wells East. Our review of the show running from 4 Dec 2025 to 4 Jan 2026.
Cricket and Rugby Union Surge in UK Popularity
New EY research reveals cricket and rugby union have surged into the UK's top 10 most popular sports, signalling a shift in fan engagement. Discover the full rankings and insights.
Strictly star makes history with fifth dance-off win
Balvinder Sopal sets a new Strictly Come Dancing record by surviving her fifth dance-off, as Alex Kingston is eliminated after performing with a dislocated rib. Read the full story.
Strictly Week 10: Instant Dance Challenge Debuts
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 returns to Elstree with six couples facing the first-ever Instant Dance Challenge. Live coverage from 6.05pm on BBC One. Follow all the action!
Neck Injury Ignites Gullah Geechee Heritage Discussion
Georgia Harris's serious neck injury during a traditional dance performance raises crucial questions about cultural preservation and medical understanding of minority communities in Britain.
Balvinder Sopal's Unjust Strictly Come Dancing Journey
EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal faces the Strictly quarter-finals after four brutal dance-offs. Discover why her journey feels so cruel and why she deserves more public support.
Architect Robert AM Stern Dies Aged 86
Celebrated architect Robert AM Stern, famed for designing NYC's iconic 15 Central Park West and championing traditional modern design, has passed away at 86. Discover his lasting legacy.
Jakarta dog meat ban divides activists and locals
Jakarta bans dog meat trade to combat rabies, sparking debate between animal rights groups and traditional consumers who fear it will drive the practice underground.
Thief uses dance distraction in Nottingham theft
CCTV shows pickpocket performing bizarre dance to steal phone in Nottingham city centre. Police seek public help identifying suspect captured on McDonald's CCTV.
Police hunt 'bizarre dance' phone thief in Nottingham
Nottinghamshire Police seek man who used strange dancing to steal phone. Suspect pretended to be drunk before theft on Clumber Street. Contact police with information.
Dancing: A free antidote to anxiety
Discover how one writer found a fun, free way to combat anxiety through spontaneous dancing at home. Learn the rules for 'dancing it out' to reclaim calm.
Yorkshire family masters lime mortar for home restoration
A North Yorkshire family discovers the sustainable magic of traditional lime mortar in a hands-on workshop, learning to repair their historic home with breathable, eco-friendly materials. Unlock the secrets of heritage building preservation.
Teacher faked death, now runs children's dance school
Lara Simpson deceived pupils and colleagues with a fake cancer diagnosis and death. Struck off the teaching register, she is now running a dance school for children in Thurso. Discover the shocking details.
Strictly: La Voix Exits, No Dance-Off After Injury
Strictly Come Dancing cancels its dance-off as drag star La Voix is forced to withdraw from the competition due to injury. Find out what happens next.
Strictly 2025 Live: Blackpool Tower Showdown
Join our live coverage as Strictly's couples take to the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom floor. Who will deliver a towering performance? Watch live on BBC One.
Strictly's Blackpool Relies on Two Star Dancers
As Strictly Come Dancing heads to Blackpool, discover why the series would be lost without the extraordinary talents of Lewis Cope and Amber Davies. Read the full analysis.
Strictly Come Dancing Blackpool Week 2025 Schedule
Don't miss Strictly's iconic Blackpool Week! Get the 2025 schedule, show times, and all essential details for this milestone episode. Tune in this weekend!
Sailor revives traditional canoe building in New Caledonia
Activist Aile Tikoure leads project reviving indigenous Kanak maritime heritage through traditional canoe building, reconnecting communities with ocean rights and cultural identity.
Marking Time: Nico Muhly's Brilliant Dance Night
A triumphant return for Sadler's Wells' postponed Composer series. Three choreographers respond to Nico Muhly's vivid scores in an unforgettable night of dance. Book now!
Indian community transforms stink bugs into nutritious food
Discover how India's Mizo community harvests stink bugs during bamboo flowering seasons, creating protein-rich food and sustainable livelihoods while preserving traditional ecological knowledge.
George Orwell's Favourite Pub: The Compton Arms
Discover The Compton Arms, the historic Islington pub frequented by George Orwell. Enjoy traditional ales, London craft beers, and excellent gastropub food. Plan your visit today!
Akram Khan's Final Tour: Collaborators on His Genius
As Akram Khan Company presents its last touring show Thikra: Night of Remembering, Danny Boyle, Hanif Kureishi and other collaborators share intimate stories about working with the dance visionary.
Strictly shock as Vicky Pattison eliminated
Strictly Come Dancing viewers are in uproar after favourite Vicky Pattison was shockingly eliminated from the 2025 series just before Blackpool week. Get the full story and reaction.
Strictly Come Dancing: Vicky Pattison eliminated in week 8
Vicky Pattison becomes the seventh celebrity eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing 2025 after a tense dance-off against Balvinder Sopal. Read the full results and exit interview.
Strictly fans slam 'cruel' comments on cancer tribute dance
Strictly Come Dancing viewers condemn judge Craig Revel Horwood for his 'cruel' feedback on George Clarke's emotional rumba dedicated to his mother who has cancer. Read the full story and see the fan reaction.
Armand Van Helden added to Creamfields 2026 line-up
Legendary house DJ Armand Van Helden is the latest act confirmed for Creamfields 2026. Discover the full line-up and secure your tickets with flexible payment plans today.
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