11 h. ago Former Gogglebox star reveals he got 'two salons' after being 'extremely well paid' on Channel 4 series

The star was on the series for a decade after being in its original line-up in 2013

Politics

17 h. ago Ozzy Osbourne reveals plans for life in retirement in emotional documentary scene

Ozzy Osbourne laid out his plans for his retirement in an emotional scene from a BBC documentary filmed before his death.

Culture

19 h. ago Ozzy Osbourne's 'biggest fear' before death and honest reaction to Black Sabbath gig after spinal surgery

He returned to the stage for the final time, months after undergoing spinal surgery, before his sad death, aged 76

Events

38 h. ago Vote in our Independent Money poll: Have proposed pension or inheritance tax changes affected your retirement savings plans?

Each week, we invite readers to share their views on the financial stories making headlines – and impacting your bank balance

Economics

67 h. ago ‘Showman’ Gael Monfils announces retirement plans: ‘I have been insanely lucky’

Monfils said he was ‘completely at peace’ with his decision to retire at the end of the 2026 season, at which point he will be 40

Politics

3 d. ago How old is Rita from Coronation Street? Inside Barbara Knox's life from age to retirement plans

Coronation Street scenes this week will see Jenny Connor betray Rita Tanner

Politics

4 d. ago Dolly Parton forced to cancel Las Vegas residency over health concern

Singer Dolly Parton has postponed her Las Vegas residency on doctors’ orders to undergo medical procedures but has assured fans she will return once recovered and has no plans to retire

Society

6 d. ago What Fernando Alonso's latest F1 retirement plan comments say about the Aston Martin star

Fernando Alonso turns 45 next July in what will be the final season of his current Aston Martin contract, though the Spaniard has yet to make a final decision on his long-term future

Politics

7 d. ago Lionel Messi set for emotional farewell as Barcelona legend officially announces retirement

Barcelona legend Sergio Busquets has announced that he plans to retire at the end of the season and he will fittingly get chance to call time in his career playing alongside Lionel Messi

Politics

8 d. ago BBC star not seen on screen for months reveals secret health battle in sad message

BBC Look North regular, Keeley Donovan, has revealed she has been dealing with a secret health battle as she opens up on her TV absence and explained her new job role

Society

9 d. ago Supercentenarian gives scientists insight on secrets of healthy old age

Tests on Maria Branyas Morera, who was world’s oldest person before she died aged 117, gave doctors a trove of discoveriesThe nonagenarian actor Dame Joan Collins may have been on to something when she declared “age is just a number”.The deepest dive yet into the biology of a supercentenarian has revealed that even extreme old age can be reached without the brain necessarily faltering or the usual illnesses mounting up. Continue reading...

Society

1 week ago BBC's North America editor sparks fury after calling Charlie Kirk 'far

The late conservative activist, 31, was fatally shot on September 10 while debating students at the Utah Valley University college campus.

Politics

1 week ago Thomas Skinner hits out at BBC presenter over 'daft digs' amid Strictly debut backlash

The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner has hit out at BBC presenter Peter Levy and told him to 'stick to the autocue' following his Strictly Come Dancing debut on Saturday

Events

1 week ago American Airlines pilot shares 'dangerous' time to use toilet during flight

There's a specific time to avoid using the toilet during your air travel as one pilot revealed can get extremely 'dangerous'. Captain Steve shared information in a recent Q&A on TikTok

Politics

2 w. ago Bruce Weber: ‘It was a sad time for me as well as the people accusing me. It was like being in a war.'

How do those semi-naked guys in Calvin Kleins look so intimate? Photographer Bruce Weber reveals all to Richard Godwin

Events

2 w. ago Strictly Come Dancing's Stefan Dennis was on brink of retirement before show stint

Neighbours star Stefan Dennis has admitted that he was planning to semi-retire before he got the call to join Strictly Come Dancing

Culture

2 w. ago Man in court charged with attacks on north London synagogues

Man in court charged with attacks on north London synagogues  BBC

Events

2 w. ago MI5 concedes it ‘unlawfully’ obtained data from former BBC journalist

Revelation relating to then Northern Ireland home affairs correspondent, Vincent Kearney, a ‘matter of grave concern’MI5 has conceded it “unlawfully” obtained the communications data of a former BBC journalist, in what was claimed to be an unprecedented admission from the security services.The BBC said it was a “matter of grave concern” that the agency had obtained communications data from the mobile phone of former BBC Northern Ireland home affairs correspondent, Vincent Kearney. Continue reading...

Politics

2 w. ago Do YOU know your parents' inheritance plans? A THIRD say they have never talked about it

Many of Generation X are relying on an inheritance to fund their own retirement - but haven't discussed plans for this with their parents, research reveals.

Politics

2 w. ago Ricky Hatton led Floyd Mayweather a merry dance with iconic pre

Ricky Hatton has passed away at the age of 46 and the world of boxing has united to pay tribute to one of Britain's all-time greats following the desperately sad news

Politics