37 h. ago The Breakdown | New Zealand stars Barrett and McKenzie show how skill and vision can flourish

The veteran All Black duo both grew up on dairy farms and may not have flourished in English rugby’s rigid systemThis week’s column is being compiled slightly differently. It’s not easy to type while looking upwards and smiling warmly at the bookshelf but, hey, that’s the price to be paid for method sportswriting. When you’re putting together a piece on Damian McKenzie, the All Blacks’ so-called “smiling assassin”, it’s important to try to get into character.The head bandage took time to apply as well, as did the fake-blood drizzle of ketchup down the cheek. Anyone who watched the later stages of New Zealand’s win against Scotland on television on Saturday, however, will appreciate why the extra touches felt appropriate. It is not every day a player preparing to kick the clinching points in a major Test resembles a happy, beaten prizefighter. Continue reading...

Events

38 h. ago ‘Harlem has always been evolving’: inside the Studio Museum’s $160m new home

The iconic museum, which was founded in 1968, has been rehoused in 82,000-sq-ft building providing a new destination for Black art in New York CityCall it the second Harlem renaissance. On Manhattan’s 125th Street, where a statue of Adam Clayton Powell Jr strides onwards and upwards, and a sign marks the spot where a freed Nelson Mandela dropped by, there is bustle and buzz.The celebrated Apollo Theater is in the midst of a major renovation. The National Black Theatre is preparing to move into a $80m arts complex spanning a city block. In September the National Urban League opened a $250m building containing its headquarters, affordable housing and retail space with New York’s first civil rights museum to come. Continue reading...

Politics

58 h. ago Gabby Logan addresses shift in marriage after 'weird' change left her in tears

BBC presenter Gabby Logan admitted the family transition felt "weird" as she navigates a new chapter with her husband of 24 years, Kenny Logan

Politics

6 d. ago Roman Kemp says mum Shirlie 'cried for days' over heartbreaking discovery

Roman Kemp has opened up about the 'horrendous' struggles he and his family have endured, admitting he was left heartbroken over his mum and dad's reactions

Politics

6 d. ago Alan Carr admits family's 'odd' reaction to Celebrity Traitors appearance

Alan Carr is one of the Traitors on the BBC show and has made it all the way to the final despite not having a 'poker face'

Politics

7 d. ago 11 major school changes that parents need to know in curriculum shake

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has promised that her major shake-up of the school curriculum will prepare kids for a world that is 'changing more rapidly than ever'

Politics

7 d. ago David Beckham admits 'a few tears' as he addresses 'family' after Brooklyn's knighthood response

The 50-year-old Manchester United legend was recognised by King Charles III in a ceremony at Windsor Castle

Politics

1 week ago The real life Thursday Murder Club taking on the deep state over an 18

It could be something out of Richard Osman's bestselling novels - as campaigning retirees rally to a cause, only in this case against cyber centre expansion plans.

Events

1 week ago Strictly's Anton Du Beke admits 'I love being alone' as he opens up on family life

Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has opened up on his family life and admitted that he loves being alone, but makes sure to set aside time for his wife and children

Politics

1 week ago Richard Osman highlights 'absolute fault' on Celebrity Traitors and says 'that was crazy'

Richard Osman joined Marina Hyde for a conversation about the most recent episode of the Claudia Winkleman-led show and highlighted an "absolute fault"

Politics

1 week ago Richard Osman says 'that was crazy' as he points out 'absolute fault' with Celebrity Traitors

Richard Osman joined Marina Hyde for a chat about the most recent episode of the Claudia Winkleman-helmed show and pointed out an "absolute fault" (contains spoilers)

Politics

1 week ago Prince William's 'hidden agenda' in Andrew move with Kate Middleton 'delighted'

With the Prince of Wales preparing to take part in a major event, a royal expert believes he may have had had ulterior motive in making his voice heard over the decision to strip Andrew of his titles

Politics

1 week ago Zoe Ball eyes Strictly Come Dancing hosting role after Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman step down

After quitting her Radio 2 Breakfast show to spend more time with family, Ball admitted: ‘I think everyone would like to do that job’

Politics

1 week ago Reeves admits breaking housing rules while renting out family home

Labour MPs express dismay at chancellor’s error as Tories claim her position may be untenable

Society

2 w. ago Rachel Reeves admits breaking housing rules while renting out family home

Rachel Reeves admits breaking housing rules while renting out family home  Financial Times

Society

2 w. ago Chancellor Rachel Reeves admits 'mistake' to PM over family home rental

The Chancellor admitted an "inadvertent mistake" in renting out the Dulwich property since she moved into No11 Downing Street after Labour's election victory last summer

Society

2 w. ago Thursday Murder Club writer Richard Osman is victim of identity theft as he warns fans over TikTok pretender

EXCLUSIVE: It sounds like a plot out of one of his scintillating crime novels - a multi-millionaire author impersonated by a shameless, scheming social media personality.

Events

2 w. ago Tess Daly gets emotional over big change in home life as she admits 'it's hard to imagine'

Strictly Come Dancing presenter Tess Daly has opened up about her family life and admitted she's 'in denial' about a big change at home with her husband Vernon Kay

Politics

2 w. ago Hurricane Melissa prepares for landfall as 'catastrophic' storm set to hit major areas

Hurricane Melissa roared toward Jamaica with destructive Category 4 winds Monday and was expected to strengthen further before making landfall on the Caribbean nation with up to 30 inches (76 centimeters) of rain and a life-threatening storm surge.

Events

2 w. ago Strictly's Alex Kingston's 'desperate' family ordeal as she admits 'it was very tough'

Strictly Come Dancing's Alex Kingston previously opened up about the difficulties she faced with becoming a mother, ahead of her recent health woes

Economics