52 m. ago BBC to air 9 Christmas blockbusters with huge family treat on Boxing Day

The Shrek spin-off will air more than a decade after the original animation adventure proved a firm festive favourite

Society

63 m. ago Ed Sheeran reveals his daughters prefer the Moana soundtrack to his own songs

The singer often tests out new material at home with Disney-loving Lyra, five, and Jupiter, three, but has learned to expect honest feedback

Politics

75 m. ago Strictly's Karen Carney leaves fans 'terrified' after George Clarke update

The former footballer and the YouTube star were seen making it through to week ten of the BBC One dance contest,

Events

1 hour ago Zootropolis 2 review – a fun and witty sequel that’s far better than the original

A thoughtful reframing of the Disney original’s metaphor for racism – with new character Gary De’Snake stealing the show

Politics

2 h. ago EastEnders fans in stitches over Freddie Slater blunder ahead of BBC exit

EastEnders fans were left amused after they spotted a cheeky blunder in scenes ahead of Freddie Slater's departure from the BBC soap.

Events

2 h. ago Starmer apologises after encouraging pupils to take part in viral trend: ‘I didn’t start it, Miss’

‘You know children get into trouble for saying that in school,’ the teacher toldthe prime minister after he participated in the viral ‘6-7’ trend with pupils

Politics

2 h. ago Perth and Kinross health chiefs drive down use of bank and agency nurses by 85 per cent

The Perth and Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership spent £2 million less on bank/agency nurses in 2024/25 than it did in 2023/24.

Politics

2 h. ago Alan Carr and Amanda Holden secure huge BBC Christmas special

Alan Carr and his pal Amanda Holden have secured themselves a Christmas special on the BBC which will see them travel to Italy, Spain and later on, head to Greece

Politics

2 h. ago Cristiano Ronaldo discovers World Cup fate as FIFA confirm ban for red card

Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off during Portugal's defeat to Republic of Ireland during qualifying - a dismissal which could have seen the legendary forward missed matches at the World Cup

Politics

2 h. ago I'm A Celebrity's Ant and Dec take swipe at BBC rival Strictly Come Dancing as they reveal major upside to Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman quitting show

The BBC ballroom show suffered a major blow this year when its star presenters Claudia Winkelman and Tess Daly announced this would be their final series.

Culture

2 h. ago Troubled 350lb son of Hollywood icon is forced to humiliating new low... as his movie star brother luxuriates in $7m Montecito mansion

As a tale of two brothers, the differences couldn't be more stark. While a movie A-lister luxuriates in his Montecito compound, his 350lb sibling has been forced to a humiliating new low.

Events

2 h. ago Helen Skelton reveals question from Strictly's Karen Carney after ballroom return

The presenter and former Strictly finalist was seen in the live studio audience as the BBC One dance contest hit Blackpool

Politics

3 h. ago Stranger Things star says shooting final season of Netflix show was ‘horrible’

Sadie Sink says it was like ‘saying goodbye to your childhood’ as sci-fi series comes to an emotional end

Events

3 h. ago Under fire BBC chairman Samir Shah dealt fresh blow as Commons committee chief questions if corporation is in 'safe hands' and accuses him of 'wishy

Under fire BBC chairman Samir Shah was dealt a fresh blow as parliament's culture committee chief questioned his leadership.

Politics

3 h. ago EastEnders’ Nicholas Bailey among stars announced for Christmas TV staple

The 54-year-old says he hopes to do Albert Square proud.

Politics

3 h. ago 'Idyllic' village named 'most beautiful in England' has starred in blockbuster films

Perfect for a winter staycation this English rural village has featured in a number of high-profile films including War Horse, Doctor Dolittle, Stardust and The Wolf Man.

Politics

3 h. ago EastEnders star Nicholas Bailey hopes to 'make Albert Square proud' in major career announcement

The actor is currently involved in a big storyline with Zoe Slater on the BBC soap

Politics

3 h. ago Rachel Reeves blames sexism for criticism she's getting over the Budget as troubles grow

The Chancellor has begged Labour MPs to get behind her plans, including scrapping the two-child benefit cap, and accused critics of targeting her because she is a woman

Events

3 h. ago World waits to see if Trump will attack Venezuela: President's top military adviser heads to region where US has gathered huge fleet of warships as pressure on Maduro to quit grows

Warships, aircraft and thousands of personnel have been moved into position over recent months, forming a deployment not seen since the US sent troops into Panama in 1989.

Events

3 h. ago BBC viewers rage 'what a letdown!' as broadcaster unveils 'ruinous' 2025 Christmas TV schedule

There will be festive editions of several BBC programmes, each filled with seasonal moments for fans to enjoy next month - but clearly they're not to everyone's tastes.

Politics