Roy Wood on ending tours after Covid lockdown
Wizzard legend Roy Wood explains the real reason he stopped touring with his Rock and Roll Band after the pandemic. The 79-year-old reveals the impact of theatre closures and lockdown loneliness.
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Food Star's Pot Noodle Hack & £300 Monthly Meat Splurge
Social media chef What Willy Cook reveals his bizarre snack combo, favourite London spots, and why he spends £300 a month on meat. Discover his game-changing kitchen tips.
RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2025 winners revealed
Thomas Durrant, 17, from London, is the overall winner of the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2025 with a stunning image of a stag. Discover all the category winners and runners-up.
Railway Killers' childhood act that foreshadowed murders
How schoolboy cruelty by John Duffy and David Mulcahy signalled the depravity of the 1980s Railway Killers. Their story of rape, murder and the pioneering police profiling that caught them.
Michelin Chef's Secret for Perfect Roast Potatoes
Award-winning chef Steve Smith shares his two crucial tips for achieving the crispiest roast potatoes this Christmas. Discover the simple method used in a five-AA-rosette kitchen.
Hornsey Town Hall reopens as arts hub after £29m revamp
North London's iconic Hornsey Town Hall reopens as a vibrant arts centre after a major refurbishment. Discover live music, theatre, cinema and more in this modernist landmark.
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Live Concert UK Tour 2026
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Live in Concert is back for 2026. The film screens with a live orchestra, DJ, and electronics. London's Royal Festival Hall hosts the first show on March 21. Get tickets now.
Lucy Punch on Jennifer Saunders Reunion for Amandaland
Lucy Punch reveals she was 'starstruck' working with Jennifer Saunders at 22. Now, 25 years later, they reunite for the BBC's Amandaland Christmas special, promising festive comedy gold.
Best Christmas Movies on Netflix, Prime & Disney+ 2025
Struggling to find festive films? Our guide lists the 10 best Christmas movies streaming now on Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney Plus for your perfect cosy night in.
UK's Best Festive Swims: Christmas, Boxing Day & New Year
Discover 18 of the UK's most joyful mass swims this festive season. From icy dips for charity to community celebrations, find your perfect Christmas, Boxing Day or New Year's Day plunge.
Skechers Slippers: Perfect for Painful Joints & Feet
Skechers slippers with memory foam are hailed as 'perfect after a hard day's work' and highly recommended for those suffering from painful joints, ankles, and feet. Discover the top-rated comfort.
Tonight's TV: Amadeus Drama & Beyond Paradise Christmas
Your guide to this evening's TV: Will Sharpe stars in a new adaptation of Amadeus on Sky Atlantic, plus a festive Beyond Paradise special on BBC One. Discover what to watch.
Will Sharpe's 6-month Mozart prep for Amadeus role
Will Sharpe reveals the intense preparation behind playing Mozart in Sky's new Amadeus series, including six months of piano lessons. Co-stars Paul Bettany and Gabrielle Creevy share insights.
Game Awards 2025: The 'WrestleMania' of Gaming Debate
A reader's feature explores the spectacle of The Game Awards, questioning if popularity equals quality, and analyses Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's big win. Join the conversation.
Chef's Vegetarian Christmas: Mushroom Pithivier & Miso Sprouts
Celebrate a sustainable festive season with chef Chantelle Nicholson's exquisite five-course vegetarian Christmas menu, featuring a stunning mushroom and celeriac pithivier. Discover recipes and tips from her London restaurant, Apricity.
Next's 'Perfect' Highland Cow Pyjamas Praised by Shoppers
Shoppers are raving about Next's cosy Highland cow pyjamas, calling them 'soft and comfy'. The £25 set comes in oatmeal and burgundy. Discover the details and alternative options.
How Santa outsmarted my 1987 Christmas whoopee cushion trap
In 1987, an eight-year-old devised a cunning plan with a whoopee cushion to catch Father Christmas. The festive prank backfired spectacularly, revealing a surprising side to Santa. Read the full story of a childhood mystery.
Disney On Ice at The O2: Boxing Day to 4th Jan
Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero skates into London's O2 Arena from 26 Dec to 4 Jan 2026. Get tickets for this magical family show featuring Moana, Encanto & more.
Carney and Gu win Strictly Come Dancing 2025 crown
Former England footballer Karen Carney and pro dancer Carlos Gu lift the 2025 Strictly glitter-ball trophy in a final that also bid farewell to iconic hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
Strictly's Thomas Skinner snubbed by pro partner Amy Dowden
The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner was absent from the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final. His professional partner Amy Dowden made no mention of him in her celebratory post, as he plans legal action against the BBC.
Your Horoscope for Sunday 21 December 2025
The Sun moves into Capricorn on December 21, 2025, bringing focus to goals and relationships. Read your star sign's full daily horoscope and get a free personalised reading.
Corriedale 'as big as tram and plane crashes' says star
Actress Claire Sweeney promises the Corriedale soap crossover will be a historic TV event, comparing it to Coronation Street's tram crash and Emmerdale's plane disaster. Find out why.
Karen Carney wins Strictly Come Dancing 2025
Football legend Karen Carney and pro Carlos Gu lift the Glitter Ball trophy in a tear-jerking Strictly final, marking a historic first for the show. Get the full story and reactions.
Winkleman & Daly's Emotional Farewell on Strictly Finale
Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly hosted their last live Strictly Come Dancing show, moved to tears by a royal message and a standing ovation. Read the full emotional story.
Strictly's Thomas Skinner alleges BBC vote was fixed
Former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Thomas Skinner claims he received an anonymous email suggesting the BBC rigged the vote to eliminate him. The BBC strongly denies all allegations.
Top Australian Sparkling Wines for Every Budget
Discover the best Australian sparkling wines, from a $25 Prosecco to a premium Tasmanian rosé. Expert picks for every table this Christmas and New Year.
Books for Hope in Difficult Times: Leaders' Picks
From Margaret Atwood to Dr Seuss, discover the books activists and writers turn to for wisdom, resistance, and restored faith in humanity during turbulent times.
Strictly 2025 Grand Finale: Who Will Win the Glitterball?
The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final is here! Karen Carney, George Clarke and Amber Davies compete for the glitterball trophy in a live BBC spectacular. Join our liveblog from 6.30pm.
James Martin engaged to Kim Johnson after marriage U-turn
TV chef James Martin is engaged to personal trainer Kim Johnson, 14 years his junior. The 53-year-old, who once vowed never to marry, proposed after a two-year romance. Read the full story.
Zoe Ball avoids Strictly query in Radio 2 farewell show
Zoe Ball sidestepped questions about her future as a 10-strong Strictly Come Dancing presenter shortlist is revealed. Could she replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman?
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