5 h. ago French Open 2025: Rafael Nadal gets a farewell ceremony at a tournament he won a record 14 times

Rafael Nadal is scheduled to be celebrated in the main stadium of the French Open on Day 1 of the tournament

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6 h. ago Celebs share how they'll remember loved ones this Celebration Day

Lindsey Burrow, wife of rugby league legend Rob Burrow, planted wildflowers today at the National Trust’s Quarry Bank to mark Celebration Day this Monday (May 26).

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23 h. ago Nathaniel Parker performs Anthem for Doomed Youth Poem by Wilfred Owen – video

The actor reads a poem in memory of Derek Jarman, who was the first director to cast him in a film - as Wilfred Owen in War Requiem. The film is part of a series to mark Celebration Day 2025 – a new annual moment, held on the last bank holiday Monday of May, to honour and celebrate those who have shaped our lives but are no longer with us. Directed by Oliver Parker at Abbey Road Studios, curated by Allie Esiri and published exclusively by the Guardian. On Celebration Day, join in by sharing your memories using #ShareYourStar• ‘He lived inside poetry’: Toby Jones and Helena Bonham Carter perform poems in memory of lost loved ones• Susan Wokoma performs What If This Road by Sheenagh Pugh – video Continue reading...

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39 h. ago Michelle Keegan looks effortlessly chic as she joins Gillian Anderson, Jane Fonda and Simone Ashley at the L'Oreal Lights on Women Award in Cannes

The English actress, 37, was glowing as she stepped out for the event, which celebrates women in film, on the penultimate day of the 78th Cannes Film Festival.

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47 h. ago Susan Wokoma performs What If This Road by Sheenagh Pugh – video

The Enola Holmes actor shares a poem in memory of her mother. The film is part of a series to mark Celebration Day 2025 – a new annual moment, held on the last bank holiday Monday of May, to honour and celebrate those who have shaped our lives but are no longer with us. Directed by Oliver Parker at Abbey Road Studios, curated by Allie Esiri and published exclusively by the Guardian. On Celebration Day, join in by sharing your memories using #ShareYourStar• ‘He lived inside poetry’: Toby Jones and Helena Bonham Carter perform poems in memory of lost loved ones• Stephen Mangan performs I See You Dancing, Father by Brendan Kennelly – video Continue reading...

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49 h. ago This Morning’s Dermot O’Leary jokes 'shut up' to Alison Hammond as she makes birthday tribute

The presenter will be turning 52 as he celebrated his birthday a day early

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66 h. ago Amazon's bulk chocolate boxes from Cadbury, Nestle and Celebrations slashed in price ready for Father's Day

Amazon has reduced a number of chocolate boxes in its Everyday Essentials week, and they make the perfect gift to give this Father's Day

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2 d. ago Stephen Mangan performs I See You Dancing, Father by Brendan Kennelly – video

The actor reads a poem in memory of his father: "I like to think of the younger, happier man." The film is part of a series to mark Celebration Day 2025 – a new annual moment, held on the last bank holiday Monday of May, to honour and celebrate those who have shaped our lives but are no longer with us. Directed by Oliver Parker at Abbey Road Studios, curated by Allie Esiri and published exclusively by the Guardian. On Celebration Day, join in by sharing your memories using #ShareYourStar• ‘He lived inside poetry’: Toby Jones and Helena Bonham Carter perform poems in memory of lost loved ones• Helena Bonham Carter performs Don’t Let That Horse by Lawrence Ferlinghetti – video Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Inside lavish Fury birthday bash as Paris shares glamorous behind the scenes snaps

It was a huge day of celebrations for the Fury family as Paris Fury took to social media to share a slew of snaps from parties

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3 d. ago Kate stuns in hat she wore to Meghan Markle and Harry's wedding

The Princess of Wales combined classic elegance and high fashion yesterday when she stepped out in a butter yellow ensemble - but while her outfit was on trend, it also harked back to the past.

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3 d. ago Lipton celebrates International Tea Day by announcing brand refresh

The tea brand is both updating its logo and releasing new flavors

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3 d. ago Tell us about a poem that reminds you of someone you’ve lost

We would like to hear about the poem that invokes memories of someone you loved and lost• ‘He lived inside poetry’: Toby Jones and Helena Bonham Carter perform poems in memory of lost loved onesIn the Guardian’s new video series “Poems to remember” (published in collaboration with “Celebration Day”, an initiative that honours people who have died), actors including Helena Bonham Carter, Toby Jones, Stephen Mangan have read poems in memory of people they’ve lost. Now we would like to hear from you.You can tell us about a poem that reminds you of someone you’ve lost – and why – below and we’ll include a selection in our Bookmarks newsletter. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago ‘He lived inside poetry’: Toby Jones and Helena Bonham Carter perform poems in memory of lost loved ones

Actors including Asa Butterfield, Stephen Mangan and Susan Wokoma share poems as part of ‘Celebration Day’, a new annual moment dedicated to commemorating family and friends• Helena Bonham Carter performs Don’t Let That Horse by Lawrence Ferlinghetti – video• Tell us about a poem that reminds you of someone you’ve lostHelena Bonham Carter, Toby Jones and Asa Butterfield are among actors performing poems in memory of family members and friends who have died, to mark Celebration Day later this month.The initiative, conceived in 2022 by high-profile figures including Stephen Fry, Prue Leith, film director Oliver Parker and writer and poetry curator Allie Esiri, sets aside a day in the calendar each year to celebrate the lives of lost loved ones, inspired by celebrations such as Mexico’s Day of the Dead. The first Celebration Day was held on 26 June 2022, and now it runs on the last bank holiday Monday in May, which this year will be 26 May. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Tulisa reveals painful bloodied nose after undergoing six beauty treatments

N-Dubz and I'm A Celebrity... star Tulisa Contostavlos travelled to London for a 'beauty day' as she revealed the six treatments she undergoes to remain looking youthful

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4 d. ago Marvin Humes sends Rochelle Humes emotional message after 12 years as she makes 'forever' plea

It came as there was a celebratory but emotional day in the Humes household this week

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4 d. ago David Beckham has 'curveball thrown into his day' as he prepares to meet King Charles

David Beckham met King Charles at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London where they discussed the former footballer's recent 50th birthday celebrations - which Brooklyn Beckham snubbed

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4 d. ago Tea Expert Shares Top 7 Tea Pairings For The Perfect British Tea Break This International Tea Day

Taking place on the 21st of May each year, International Tea Day is dedicated to celebrating the global significance of tea – historically, culturally, and economically. It’s also a great excuse to enjoy a great British tea break.

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5 d. ago Outlander and Blood of my Blood cast join forces to celebrate World Outlander Day

The show and the prequel will come together for a very special reason.

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5 d. ago ‘She loved so hard.’ Family & friends remember horticulturalist killed in tornado

‘She loved so hard.’ Family & friends remember horticulturalist killed in tornado  Lexington Herald Leader

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5 d. ago ‘She loved so hard.’ Family & friends remember horticulturalist killed in KY tornado

‘She loved so hard.’ Family & friends remember horticulturalist killed in KY tornado  Lexington Herald Leader

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