5 h. ago Grand National history made as BBC announce first female commentator in 73 years for iconic race

The 2025 Randox Grand National will see history made when Gina Bryce becomes the first woman in 73 years to commentate on the world-famous race.

Politics

9 h. ago John Hunt BBC Grand National commentary team to include first female caller in 73 years

Gina Bryce will become the first woman to describe the action as one of four co-commentators on the BBC 5 Live team for the Grand National

Politics

16 h. ago Grand National horse who cost £800 sipped pint of Guinness in pub and could win iconic race

This Irish horse catapulted to cult-hero status in the National Hunt game for an unlikely win in the revered King George and now has heavily-backed Grand National ambitions

Economics

17 h. ago Who will record the next Bond theme? Adele 'joins' Raye and Sam Fender in battle for next 007 music

As Amazon's franchise reboot begins production, the race to create the next iconic Bond anthem heats up with British stars leading the charge

Events

41 h. ago ‘Sundance Kid’ JP McManus has five shots at Grand National history

Jump racing’s grizzled veteran could become the only owner to have four winners of the great race on SaturdayFor a man who is still most familiar to many fans as the most fearless gambler of recent decades, JP McManus does not seem to be leaving a great deal to chance before Saturday’s Grand National at Aintree.Three of the top six in the betting for the world’s most famous steeplechase – Iroko, Perceval Legallois and last year’s winner, I Am Maximus – will carry the owner’s famous green and gold colours this weekend, along with a live each-way shot in Meetingofthewaters. The Sundance Kid – as he was nicknamed in Ireland’s betting rings in the 1970s – is now in his mid-70s, but he shows no sign of slowing down. Continue reading...

Culture

62 h. ago Beauty fans race to grab five iconic MAC products for £13 each in Look Fantastic sale

Grab a lipstick, mascara, powder and more with this limited-edition bundle, now £46 off

Economics

3 d. ago Jockey who rode into Grand National history books on 50/1 shot shares 2 tips for 2025 race

Thousands of punters will be having a flutter on horse racing's most iconic event at Aintree on April 5

Culture

6 d. ago Winner of first TV Grand National recalls far more scary thing that took his mind off BBC cameras

Gerry Scott, now aged 87, won the iconic horse race on the day it was televised live for the first time, 65 years ago this week

Politics

2 w. ago Dangers of ketamine exposed as Drag Race icon The Vivienne's death linked to 'party' drug

EXCLUSIVE: Ru Paul's Drag Race and Dancing On Ice star The Vivienne died after taking ketamine, their family have now shared. We take a look at the dangers of the so-called 'party' drug

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2 w. ago The Vivienne's cause of death revealed as Drag Race icon's family shares warning

James Lee Williams - better known as The Vivienne - passed away at the age of just 32, and a spokesperson has revealed the cause of their heartbreaking death

Events

3 w. ago Cheltenham Gold Cup horse Corbett’s Cross dies after suffering fatal injury during race

A sad postscript to the iconic race was confirmed after Corbett’s Cross suffered a heavy fall with fan-favourite Galopin Des Champs beaten and denied a famous hat-trick by Inothewayurthinkin in a big upset

Events

3 w. ago London Marathon set to become world's largest if it tops New York record

Organisers hope the 45th edition of the iconic race will surpass the 55,646 runners who completed the New York Marathon in November 2024

Politics

3 w. ago Manchester United legend Paul Scholes lands huge windfall with £2,500 Cheltenham bet

Betting on the race favourite paid off for Man United icon Paul Scholes as he doubled his money - thanks to a punt on Cheltenham's first race on Tuesday.

Economics

3 w. ago Argos shoppers race to buy 'iconic' perfume reduced to just £5 online that 'lasts a long time'

"Amazing perfume for the price, lasts a long time on the skin and I always get compliments when I wear it"

Economics