53 h. ago Coronation Street’s Katherine Kelly looks back: ‘My friends were very accepting of me being a bit different’

The actor on wearing men’s clothes, her bohemian family and the six-week soap job that turned into six yearsBorn in 1979 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, Katherine Kelly studied at Rada before beginning her career with the Royal Shakespeare Company and going on to perform at the National Theatre and Manchester’s Royal Exchange. Her first major television role came in 2006, when she joined Coronation Street as Becky McDonald, a part she played until 2012. Since then she has appeared in The Night Manager, Gentleman Jack, Mr Bates vs The Post Office and Inside No 9. She stars in In Flight, available now on Channel 4.This is a very typical image of me aged four. I spent most of my preschool life with a towel on my head. It was a replacement for the long hair I so desperately wanted. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago EastEnders star Michelle Ryan announces major movie role that fans 'can't wait' for

Michelle is back on Albert Square in the role that made her a household name

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5 d. ago Netflix’s Department Q star lands major role in ‘absolute must see’ BBC mystery series

The BBC has announced that filming is underway for the second season of hit detective drama, with a number of new cast members joining.

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5 d. ago Adelaide v Collingwood: 2025 AFL first qualifying final – live

Updates from the Crows v Magpies clash at Adelaide OvalStart time in Adelaide is 7.10pm local/7.40pm AESTAny thoughts? Get in touch with an emailDuring finals sign up for our free weekly AFL newsletterLast time they met: Adelaide finally snapped an 11-match winless streak against Collingwood that began with a draw in 2017 and included 10 defeats since then. The Magpies were well on the way to extending their dominance over the Crows as they jumped out to a 25-point lead at the first change. But the Crows turned the tables in the second term and had edged in front by the main break. The ball was largely camped in the Pies’ forward half from there, but the Crows made the most of their opportunities on a soggy night to hold a narrow lead heading into time-on in the final term. A Nick Daicos goal pulled the Pies back to within three points but that was the end of the scoring as the Crows hung on to seal a top-two finish.During finals sign up for our free weekly AFL newsletter Continue r...

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5 d. ago The abuse victim who helped indict Jeffrey Epstein kept her identity secret for decades. Now she’s gone public in the hope of justice

Marina Lacerda thought working for the financier would lead to other opportunities, but ‘it went from a dream job to the worst nightmare’

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6 d. ago EastEnders' Max Murray surprises fans with major career update away from Joel Marshall role

EastEnders star Max Murray, who plays Joel Marshall on the BBC soap, has announced a huge career update away from the show

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8 d. ago 'I worked alongside William and noticed huge change when he was given royal title'

Fulfilling the role of Prince of Wales led to major professional changes for Prince William, alongside a noticeable shift in his approach to some issues, according to one politician

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1 week ago Britain's Got Talent fans just learning where 'egg thrower' is now including major film role

Natalie Holt became one of Britain's Got Talent's most memorable contestants after throwing an egg at Simon Cowell in 2013, but few fans know what she got up to after her stint on the show ended

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1 week ago Major carmaker to cut 550 jobs at UK headquarters after denying it would shut factory

Several people will be left without a job after major car manufacturer Lotus announced they would be cutting 550 roles at the UK headquarters, which employs around 1,300 workers

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1 week ago Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy picks Olha Stefanishyna as ambassador to US

Ukrainian officials due in Washington on Friday; Russians short of fuel as oil refineries burn. What we know on day 1,282Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Olha Stefanishyna, a former top cabinet minister, as Ukraine’s ambassador to the US, ending months of speculation. She takes over as ambassador from Oksana Markarova, who held the position for six years, including more than three years of full-scale war with Russia, and became a target for partisan criticism from Republicans. It was announced in July that Markarova would be replaced. Stefanishyna served in Zelenskyy’s administration as a deputy prime minister for European and Euro-Atlantic integration, playing a major role in the country’s integration into western institutions, and as minister of justice.Zelenskyy announced his officials will meet US counterparts in New York on Friday as the Ukrainian president continues to push for a one-on-one meeting with Vladimir Putin despite Kremlin refusals. “Friday, meetings will take plac...

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1 week ago USA captain Keegan Bradley makes decision on Ryder Cup role in major surprise

Keegan Bradley was chosen as a surprise late captain after Tiger Woods turned down the role last year - but the USA star has not selected himself to face Europe

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1 week ago Debenhams £1900 watch that 'looks better than Rolex' drops to £202 in major sale

"I love it. Timeless look that stands out in a crowd!"

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2 w. ago Ruben Amorim faces more pressure despite reasons for optimism for United | Jonathan Wilson

Club who used to inspire fear now inspire pity and the head coach, with no credit in the bank, needs a victory at FulhamEncouraging signs. Gimmers of promises. Green shoots. It is indicative of just how far Manchester United have sunk that the reaction to their 1-0 defeat to Arsenal last Sunday was not shock or scorn or even schadenfreude; it was encouragement. United used to inspire fear in opponents; now they inspire pity.It is not that there were no reasons for optimism for United. The new forwards who started, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha, looked intermittently dangerous. Mason Mount offered a reminder of his quality and if he can stay fit he could have a major role to play. Patrick Dorgu dominated his flank. Amad Diallo sparkled after coming off the bench. David Raya was forced to make seven saves. Dorgu hit a post. There were plausible claims for a penalty when William Saliba appeared to go through the back of Cunha. Opta’s xG model had United winning 1.5 to 1.3. Continue re...

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2 w. ago Ruben Amorim faces more pressure despite reasons for optimism at United | Jonathan Wilson

Club who used to inspire fear now inspire pity and the head coach, with no credit in the bank, needs a victory at FulhamEncouraging signs. Gimmers of promises. Green shoots. It is indicative of just how far Manchester United have sunk that the reaction to their 1-0 defeat to Arsenal last Sunday was not shock or scorn or even schadenfreude; it was encouragement. United used to inspire fear in opponents; now they inspire pity.It is not that there were no reasons for optimism for United. The new forwards who started, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha, looked intermittently dangerous. Mason Mount offered a reminder of his quality and if he can stay fit he could have a major role to play. Patrick Dorgu dominated his flank. Amad Diallo sparkled after coming off the bench. David Raya was forced to make seven saves. Dorgu hit a post. There were plausible claims for a penalty when William Saliba appeared to go through the back of Cunha. Opta’s xG model had United winning 1.5 to 1.3. Continue re...

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2 w. ago Thursday Murder Club fans baffled by unrecognisable Inbetweeners star taking on major role

The Thursday Murder Club is ready to watch in cinemas with Netflix fans getting treated to the Richard Osman book adaptation next week.

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2 w. ago Blake Lively lands next major role amid Justin Baldoni legal drama

‘The Survival List’ has been picked up by Lionsgate and is described as an ‘action romantic comedy’

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3 w. ago Maura Higgins lands another major TV role in the US as she's set for stateside future

Reality TV star Maura Higgins has landed a new hosting role in the U.S. as the face of Aftersun for the upcoming second season of Love Island Games, following her success on Love Island USA and The Traitors US

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3 w. ago Liverpool dressing room's clear feelings on Federico Chiesa as Man City eye huge transfer

Liverpool risk losing summer transfer target Rodrygo to rivals Manchester City if a certain sale goes through, and Federico Chiesa could have a major role to play in the saga

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3 w. ago Trump's mystery woman takes center stage charming Putin at Alaska summit

She may not be as famous as Trump or have as much sway in decision-making as some of his cabinet members, but the Chief of Protocol plays a vital role in all of the President's major US-hosted events.

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3 w. ago All the actors who regretted turning down major roles as Leonardo Di Caprio reveals Boogie Nights opportunity

All the actors who regretted turning down major roles as Leonardo Di Caprio reveals Boogie Nights missed opportunity

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