51 m. ago EastEnders' Kellie Bright reveals parenting struggle that left her family 'drained and maddened' as she makes desperate plea to schools

EastEnders' Kellie Bright has opened up about how her fight to get her autistic son an education left her family 'maddened'. The actress said her son is one of the 1.7 million SEND children in England.

Society

53 m. ago ‘Supremely satisfying’: why Strictly Ballroom is my feelgood movie

The latest in our series of writers explaining their favourite comfort watches is a recommendation of Baz Luhrmann’s irresistible audience hitStuck on the wall above the desk where I write is a Post-it note, which I look at for inspiration whenever I feel that the chapter I’m working on needs some extra oomph. If you’ve seen Strictly Ballroom, Baz Luhrmann’s 1992 directorial debut, the words on it – Scott’s knee-slide – will be immediately and ecstatically familiar. If not, allow me to introduce you to what is, for my money, one of the most purely enjoyable films ever made.Scott Hastings, the son of two retired ballroom dancers who now run a teaching studio, is a future champion. Or he would be, if he didn’t keep deviating from the stiff steps laid down by the Australian Dance Federation’s Barry Fife (a Trumpian ogre in a toupee) and throwing in his own moves. When his dancing partner dumps him after he goes rogue during a competition, Fran, the studio’s wallflower, offers to take o...

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53 m. ago Poem of the week: To a Lady that Desired I Would Love Her by Thomas Carew

The 17th-century ‘server at table’ to Charles I puts a wry spin on courtly wooingTo a Lady that Desired I Would Love HerNow you have freely given me leave to love, What will you doe? Shall I your mirth, or passion move, When I begin to wooe; Will you torment, or scorn, or love me too? Continue reading...

Politics

63 m. ago Gaza peace LIVE: Donald Trump warns of 'massive bloodshed' as talks begin

Hamas and Israel are set to attend indirect negotiations in Egypt's Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh with the hopes of ending the gruelling two-year-long conflict

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69 m. ago Gaza ceasefire talks live: Israeli airstrikes continue with negotiations due to begin in Egypt

Negotiators from the US, Israel and Hamas are set to begin talks, as the US president said the first phase should be completed this weekIsrael continues Gaza bombardment as Trump plan negotiators arrive in CairoEgyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has praised Donald Trump’s Gaza plan, saying it could mark the start of a path towards stability in the region.In an address to mark the 1973 war between Israel and Egypt that led to the end of Israel’s occupation of the Sinai peninsula, Sisi said on Monday:I can only extend my praise and appreciation for US President Donald Trump for his initiative that seeks a ceasefire in Gaza after two years of war, genocide, killing and destruction.A ceasefire, the return of prisoners and detainees, the reconstruction of Gaza and the launch of a peaceful political process that leads to the establishment and recognition of the Palestinian state means we are on the right path to lasting peace and stability. Continue reading...

Events

90 m. ago Nadiya Bychkova says 'that was scary' in Strictly Come Dancing admission after first elimination

The professional dancer and her celebrity dance partner Chris Robshaw had to fight for their place in the BBC One dance contest

Events

95 m. ago How Lando Norris’s audacious move ignited the nicest F1 title race ever

Comment: Norris’s audacious overtake on a fuming Oscar Piastri in Singapore has lit the touchpaper on the McLaren intra-team title battle – it’s exactly what the British driver needed

Politics

96 m. ago ‘This looks like a joke’ – Euro giants slammed after confirming 50,000

LAZIO have been slammed amid their plans to transform the historic Stadio Flaminio into their new home. The Italian giants currently share the Olimpico Stadium with rivals Roma. However, the Laziali are determined to move to the esteemed rugby union ground, which hosted Italy's home matches from 2000 until 2011. Lazio and Roma used to play...

Politics

97 m. ago Politics latest: Tories bid to counter Farage with threat to strip migrants of right to claim benefits

Shadow chancellor to set out plan for cuts if party wins next election

Events

1 hour ago Playing bingo can help fight devastating 'loneliness pandemic' in UK

Industry bingo says bingo halls can boost wellbeing - but sector under threat after a wave of closures

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1 hour ago Mount Everest rescue live: Race against time to save 200 hikers stuck in snowstorm

Some 350 others have been led to safety by rescuers

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1 hour ago Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta wants 'jackpot' transfer as Bukayo Saka could face big change

Arsenal have been linked with a move for a Real Madrid talent in January, while there is a tactical switch that could help Mikel Arteta's side in their title bid

Sport

1 hour ago Trump warns Gaza peace talks must 'move fast' or 'massive bloodshed will follow' as mediators gather in Egypt today

The US president issued the urgent call on Sunday night ahead of a critical round of talks in Egypt today, where mediators are racing to secure a ceasefire and the release of Israeli hostages.

Events

1 hour ago Manny Pacquiao’s next fight delayed as target date for world title shot is revealed

Pacquiao will have another shot at welterweight gold and is targeting the WBA champion, Rolly Romero

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2 h. ago Kemi Badenoch says she has done her homework but has come up with few answers

Editorial: While the Tory leader’s aim to protect Britain’s borders is a sound one, leaving the European Convention on Human Rights to do so would be a highly destructive move

Politics

2 h. ago Latest Man City injury news as Rodri gives update after Brentford scare

The latest Man City news as Rodri was forced off in the first half of the Premier League win over Brentford on Sunday

Events

2 h. ago Aston Martin warns on profits amid US tariffs and seeks ‘proactive support’

Carmaker blames weaker demand on Trump policies amid supply chain pressures after Jaguar Land Rover cyber-attackBusiness live – latest updatesAston Martin has blamed Donald Trump’s tariffs for a profit warning, as the carmaker urged the UK government to offer more “proactive support”.The company, which manufactures its cars in factories in Warwickshire and south Wales, downgraded its profit outlook on Monday for the second time this year. It said that it now expects to make a larger loss than the £110m loss that was the lower end of its profit forecasts. Continue reading...

Events

2 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing's Chris Robshaw move 'breaks' Nadiya Bychkova's heart after near

The former England rugby star spoke out after he faced the first dreaded dance-off of the BBC One dance contest

Politics

3 h. ago Freed Israeli hostage recalls Hamas captivity torment: 'We were treated like animals'

Ex-hostage Tal Shoham was held for 505 days in Gaza under brutal conditions

Politics

3 h. ago American living in the UK shares 5 things that are 'better' than back home

An American woman who moved to England in 2022 with her husband has shared some of the things she thinks are 'better' in England compared to back home in the US

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