3 h. ago ‘Tears blur my vision’: Australian writer jailed in Beijing thanks Albanese for support in emotional letter

Yang Hengjun writes he can ‘only use a silent voice to thank you and all the people who care for and love me’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastJailed Chinese-Australian academic Yang Hengjun has written to Anthony Albanese from his prison cell in Beijing, thanking him for repeatedly expressing Australia’s “grave concerns” about his deteriorating health to Chinese officials.Yang, who was given a suspended death sentence by a Chinese court in February 2024 after already serving five years in detention on espionage charges that he denies, told the prime minister “words are now failing me”.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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3 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Jantte Manrara declares love for co

The dancer and presenter was seen declaring her love for one of her Strictly co-stars after sharing a 'last' update as she prepares to hit the road

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4 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Kai Widdrington says 'it could have been different' after major decision at 12

The professional dancer is best known for appearing on Strictly Come Dancing, having joined the hit show in 2021

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4 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell issued demand as she 'fights tears' over update from other side of the world

The Strictly Come Dancing star is once again celebrating her joint success with celebrity dance partner Chris McCausland

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5 h. ago Miquita Oliver says she almost appeared on Strictly Come Dancing but BBC ‘went with someone else’

‘Thank God they didn’t want me to do it,’ said presenter

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6 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington addresses 'changes' after show 'snub' and hails new partner

The professional dancer has offeredd a positive update on his Strictly Come Dancing future having been without a partner last year

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25 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden says she'd 'go back' two years for emotional reason in cancer reminder

The professional dancer forced to miss the 2023 series of Strictly Come Dancing as she underwent treatment for breast cancer

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26 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Vito Coppola says he 'walked away' as fans declare love in support over emotional past

Fans were quick to support the professional dancer as he shared a moment he was told he'd 'fail'

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32 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell declares love as she reveals tribute to Chris McCausland fans didn't spot

It came following another big night in the professional dancer's career, just months after winning Strictly Come Dancing

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48 h. ago Vito Coppola makes statement on Strictly future and praises 'second family'

EXCLUSIVE: Strictly Come Dancing favourite Vito Coppola, who won the BBC show in 2023 with Ellie Leach, has opened up about how long he plans to stay in the BBC ballroom

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50 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing star gives verdict on Giovanni Pernice's return to ballroom after 'copying' claim

Vito Coppola opened up about the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing, which the BBC confirmed will feature a number of new dancers

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52 h. ago Britain's Got Talent's Simon Cowell declares love as fans say 'no way'

Simon Cowell posted the snap with his 11-year-old son

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52 h. ago Wishaw primary school embarks on its first international partnership connecting with pupils in war

Wishaw Academy Primary School is among 100 schools in the UK and Ukraine officially paired through the British Council’s UK-Ukraine School Partnership programme, funded by the UK Government, which uses a shared love of reading to foster cultural understanding and support emotional wellbeing.

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53 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans spot Dianne Buswell's subtle tribute in winning Bafta TV Awards appearance

She picked up a special gong, months after winning Strictly Come Dancing alongside Chris McCausland in spectacular scenes

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56 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Chris McCausland breaks silence after Dianne Buswell says winning moment 'hurts'

The reigning Strictly Come Dancing champions won the memorable moment award at the Bafta Television Awards 2025

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68 h. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing star makes discovery about family on Who Do You Think You Are?

Strictly Come Dancing finalist Layton Williams is the next famous face to take part in popular BBC series Who Do You Think You Are? as he delves into his family history

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5 d. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing stars praised as they 'couldn't be more proud' of incredible joint move

Kai Widdrington, Lauren Oakley, Michelle Tsiakkas, Neil Jones, Carlos Gu and Amy Dowden were flooded with praise and support

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5 d. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Pete Wicks 'back in thick of it' as he declares love amid huge update

The reality star and podcast host offered an exciting update on his huge project

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5 d. ago Amy Dowden makes Strictly Come Dancing return for special BBC VE Day performance

Amy Dowden reunited with her fellow Strictly Come Dancing professionals for a special performance during the BBC’s VE Day 80 celebrations on Thursday, 8 May at London's Horse Guards Parade.

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5 d. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Tasha Ghouri 'almost quit' as she was left in 'bad place' during dance dream

The former Love Island star made it all the way to the final of the BBC One dance contest last year alongside professional partner Aljaz Skorjanec

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