68 m. ago EastEnders' Karen Henthorn to make permanent return almost 30 years after quitting

The legendary character is back in Albert Square for good, just weeks after it was confirmed that Jake Wood agreed to reprise his role as the iconic Max Branning in the show

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96 m. ago Ncuti Gatwa reveals shocking reason behind decision to quit Doctor Who after two years

Ncuti Gatwa has opened up about his decision to walk away from playing Doctor Who - having lasted just two seasons in the high profile role and after ratings bombed

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1 hour ago Gavin and Stacey legend announces shock retirement in 'really proud' admission

The actor played a major role in the most watched TV episode of 2024

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2 h. ago Sue Barker said she 'didn’t want to give up' her Wimbledon job after leaving BBC

Sue Barker was the face of the BBC's Wimbledon coverage for 22 years before she walked away from the role following the 2022 men's singles final at the All England Club

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2 h. ago Lila Moss cuts a sophisticated figure in a chic navy dress as she arrives at Wimbledon for the men's singles final after enjoying Ibiza trip with mum Kate

Lila Moss cut a sophisticated figure in a navy dress as she arrived at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on Sunday for day 14 of Wimbledon.

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2 h. ago DWP could slash your benefit payments by up to 15% if you do these things

The DWP states claimants could see their benefits cut by up to a huge 15% in 'exceptional cases', known as 'third-party deductions'

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3 h. ago UK ministers urged to pass bill protecting DEI whistleblowers

Legislation would compel employers of more than 250 workers to reveal disability and ethnicity pay gapsMinisters have been urged to pass legislation that would protect whistleblowers who expose employers who flout forthcoming UK diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) laws.The equality (race and disability) bill, which the equalities minister Seema Malhotra has described as part of the government’s “absolute” commitment to DEI, is expected to be published this year. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago 'Why did he cut it off?': Questions over whether Air India pilot to blame for fatal crash that killed 53 Brits as cockpit recordings released

Seconds after taking off two fuel switches in the cockpit of Air India Flight 171 were turned off shortly after take off, resulting in a catastrophic loss of power and the aircraft crashing to the ground.

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3 h. ago Bare knuckle boxer 'asked for selfies in prison' after battering pensioner in pub

Dougie Joyce said he did not "regret anything" after he was released from prison following his conviction over an assault on a pensioner in a well-known Manchester pubs

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4 h. ago Scooter Braun delivers verdict on Justin Bieber album two years after they cut ties

Scooter Braun has shared his thoughts on Justin Beiber's seventh studio album, titled Swag - which has been released two years after they stopped working together

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4 h. ago Air India crash victims’ families not satisfied with ‘vague’ initial report

Relatives call for ‘honesty, transparency and an unwavering commitment to uncovering the full truth’Families of the Air India crash victims have said they are hoping for more answers from investigators after a report found the plane’s fuel switches were cut off, deepening the mystery of what happened.The preliminary report from India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau, published on Friday, said both of the plane’s fuel switches moved to the cut-off position immediately after takeoff, stopping fuel supply to the engines. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Irvine Welsh: ‘I’m often astounded that any relationships take place these days’

The follow-up to Trainspotting sees Renton, Begbie and co settling down. The bestselling author explains why now is the perfect time for romanceI was born in the great port of Leith. Stories are in my blood; listening to them, telling them. My family were typical of many in the area, moving from tenement to council scheme, increasingly further down the Forth estuary. I was brought up in a close community. I left school with practically no qualifications. I tended towards the interesting kids, the troublemakers. All my own fault. I was always encouraged to be more scholarly by my parents, who valued education. But I left school and became an apprentice technician, doing a City & Guilds course. I hated it. I was always a writer: I just didn’t know it. I cite being crap at everything else in evidence.It’s why I’ve never stopped writing stories about my youth and my go-to gang of characters from Trainspotting. Their reaction to events and changes in the world helps inform ...

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6 h. ago Exact length your grass should be in summer to keep it healthy and green all year round

Experts shared the exact length your lawn should be cut to in order for it to stay healthy and green all year round

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6 h. ago Mental health care ‘being rationed’ over failure to cut spiralling waiting list, top doctor warns

Some 1.7 million patients are waiting for community mental health care - with more than 48,000 waiting more than two years to be seen

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7 h. ago Peter Andre's wife left 'daunted' by stepmum role to Princess and Junior

Dr Emily MacDonagh has opened up about becoming a stepmum to Peter Andre's children Princess and Junior, who he shares with his ex-wife Katie Price

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7 h. ago Gavin & Stacey legend Larry Lamb, 77, says role as Mick Shipman in the sitcom is likely to be his last ever TV job as he steps back from acting

Larry Lamb has revealed Gavin & Stacey is likely to be his last ever TV job as he steps back from acting.

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7 h. ago Air India crash updates: Report hinting at pilot error over fuel switch cut off sparks union fury

London Gatwick-bound flight came down in Ahmedabad last month killing total of 260 people

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8 h. ago Air India crash updates: Report suggesting pilot error over fuel switch cut off sparks union fury

London Gatwick-bound flight came down in Ahmedabad last month killing total of 260 people

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8 h. ago Lord Mandelson says Nigel Farage is 'peaking too soon' to become PM despite admitting that Keir Starmer's election landslide was down to 'anger'

Lord Mandelson - the UK ambassador to the US - said Nigel Farage is a 'highly effective populist' as polls show Reform with a significant lead.

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9 h. ago Woolwich foot tunnel lift repair to start shortly, council says

Woolwich foot tunnel lift repair to start shortly, council says  BBC

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