7 h. ago Readers' letters: BBC 'not turning its back on Scottish talent by axeing River City'

BBC Scotland defends its decision to decommission River City, saying it is responding to changing viewing habits

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41 h. ago London Marathon to wait for EHRC report before transgender categorisation decision

London Marathon to wait for EHRC report before transgender categorisation decision  BBC

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42 h. ago Dragons' Den star opens up about 'very tough decision' after BBC cancel podcast

The podcast focused on one of the possible solutions to reducing carbon emissions

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66 h. ago Dragons' Den presenter Evan Davis banned by BBC from hosting 'controversial' heat pumps podcast

The BBC has banned Evan Davis from hosting his new podcast on heat pumps over fears it is a controversial topic.

Events

3 d. ago Starmer says he is ‘really pleased’ supreme court has given ‘much

Prime minister says he thinks court’s decision has given a ‘much clearer position for those drawing up guidance’Keir Starmer has been under pressure for days to comment on the supreme court ruling, particularly from the rightwing papers. Yesterday the Daily Mail even splashed on a story saying he “must break his silence”. His opponents want to embarrass him over the issue because of his past comments supporting more rights for trans people, including one interview when he said it was “not right” to say only women have a cervix.This morning, in interviews during a school visit in Bath, Starmer said he was “really pleased” the supreme court had clarified the law on the definition of a woman. He told the BBC:I welcome the decision of the supreme court, which has given us clarity, much-needed clarity, and I think for those that are now drawing up guidance, it’s a much clearer position.So I’m really pleased that the court has now clarified the position.I think the supreme court has answe...

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3 d. ago Radio 2's Jo Whiley shares new health update on sister after move to care home

BBC Radio 2 star Jo Whiley discussed the family's tough decision to place her sister Frances into a Mencap-run home, as well as her worries about Frances' wellbeing

Society

5 d. ago I was on Dragons' Den and one of the judges was VERY rude to me off

Rachel Watkyn OBE, from East Sussex, went on the show in a bid to secure a £53,000 investment for a 20 per cent stake in Tiny Box Company, which she jointly owns with Robin Banks.

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5 d. ago Interior designer details how to perfect a spring spruce for your home

Kelly Hoppen, who appeared on Dragons' Den, has just launched her second homeware collaboration with Marks & Spencer - a sleek and sophisticated monochrome edit.

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6 d. ago BBC snooker star admits Judd Trump and Ronnie O'Sullivan decision may 'suit' Crucible

Judd Trump and Ronnie O'Sullivan both left the UK for Hong Kong at the end of 2024 after being granted residency, and this pundit believes the move could benefit them at the Crucible

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6 d. ago Former Dragons Den star and gym magnate Duncan Bannatyne says 'no

Duncan Bannatyne, the owner of The Bannatyne Group which owns health clubs and spas across the UK, shared a series of gender critical posts in the aftermath of the ruling.

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9 d. ago Inside Emma Raducanu's eight remaining sponsorship deals as brands start to drop injury prone star: 22

Emma Raducanu has just eight sponsorship deals remaining in what will come as the latest blow to the star following a tough few years on court.

Economics

1 week ago Dragons' Den indoor dog toilet inventor sues rival at High Court over claims she copied her 'Piddle Patch' eco

Rebecca Sloan, 39, appeared on the show in 2022, having first trademarked her product - real turf in a biodegradable litter tray for housetraining dogs - in 2016.

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1 week ago Dragons' Den star embroiled in bitter trademark row over 'piddle patch' dog toilet

The 'Piddle Patch' was a hit when Rebecca Sloan, 39, appeared on Dragons' Den back in 2022 - but she is now locked in a legal battle with a rival dog toilet maker

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1 week ago Dogfight: Dragons' Den winner suing rival she claims ripped off her puppy toilet idea

Rebecca Sloan’s company is suing rival City Doggo over claims her ‘Piddle Patch’ has been ripped off

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1 week ago BBC and ITV Sport legend makes retirement decision from TV screens after 50

Steve Rider, 74, is one of the most recognisable faces in the history of British sports broadcasting, having anchored the BBC's coverage of numerous Olympic Games

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1 week ago Every cancer patient needs a Kathleen to guide them, writes ALEXANDRA SHULMAN

ALEXANDRA SHULMAN: I accompanied a friend of mine on what turned out to be an unpleasant Dragons' Den-style assessment of different prostate cancer treatment options at a major London hospital.

Science

1 week ago What UK time is Paddy Pimblett fight? Start time for Michael Chandler UFC fight

Rising star Paddy Pimblett is in for a tough test later this evening when he takes on former Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler at UFC 314

Sport

2 w. ago Dragons' Den device praised by Peter Jones 'helps you sleep better'

To help combat the effects of Digital Eye Strain, shoppers have been turning to one solution

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2 w. ago Made In Chelsea star admits fears for young family over 'tough' dementia news

Made In Chelsea star Gareth Locke-Locke has opened up about his fears of his young family after discovering that he has a 50 percent chance of being diagnosed with dementia

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2 w. ago Celebrity Big Brother's Patsy Palmer says 'it gets to me' as she hints at reason for UK exit

Former EastEnders actress Patsy Palmer, who played Bianca Jackson in the BBC soap, has opened up about her decision to move to the US, hinting that her time on the show was a reason

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