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Whether you dream of a new car parked on the driveway or a fabulous...

On International Day of Happiness, we’ve found 9 of life’s simplest pleasures

The rate of pothole repairs on local roads in England and Wales has reached...

Local roads near ‘breaking point’ as pothole repairs reach eight-year high

The 73-year-old has ‘passed away peacefully at home, with his family by his side’....

Cockney Rebel frontman Steve Harley dies age 73

As the 1,000th Wordle goes live, experts explain the surprising benefits the daily word...

Can playing Wordle boost your brain?
What is sleep apnoea and is it serious?

This week marks Sleep Awareness Week (March 10-16 this year), but while many of...

Duke of Edinburgh appointed to Order of the Thistle as new images released

The King has appointed the Duke of Edinburgh to the Order of the Thistle...

Dancing On Ice finalists to battle it out in bid to win show’s 16th series

On Sunday evening this year’s Dancing On Ice finalists will battle it out in...

Barbie turns 65: How the iconic doll secured her place in fashion history

A few ingredients are needed for a classic Barbie doll: confidence, bravery, legendary status,...

Female leaders and CEOs on the one piece of advice they’d give young women

Even in 2024, women are hugely underrepresented in senior positions in the business world....

Dog thefts on the rise – how to prevent your pooch being pinched

Dog thefts have been on the rise across the UK and pet owners have...

Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock: If we’re not celebrating our women, we don’t get the next generation coming through

Once mistaken for a cleaner, British space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock estimates she’s spoken...

Hi Barbie! Dame Helen Mirren gets doll treatment complete with mini-Oscar

Dame Helen Mirren has been recreated in Barbie form, complete with her Oscar. The...

Now could be your best time to see the northern lights – here’s why

The increasing activity caused by the sun’s 11-year cycle has resulted in displays as...

Dave Myers’ best moments: From Strictly to collapsed puddings

Dave Myers as one half of cooking and presenting duo The Hairy Bikers had...

Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers dies aged 66

David “Dave” Myers became beloved as one half of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo, The...

What is ultra processed food really doing to your mental health?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the negative impact they can have on our health has...

George Michael takes centre stage on Royal Mint’s new collectable coin

A collectable coin celebrating George Michael has been unveiled by the Royal Mint. The...

Celebrate spring days with these brilliant birding breaks in the UK

Nothing heralds the start of spring quite like birdsong. As trees blossom and daffodils...

Spring gardens to visit this season

From glorious gardens set in the grounds of castles and priories, to historic parks,...

Sir David Attenborough revisits mammals in new BBC series

Sir David Attenborough is returning to delve into the lives of mammals in a...

John Savident, known as Fred Elliott on Coronation Street, dies aged 86

Coronation Street actor John Savident has died, his representative has said. The 86-year-old was...

The world’s ‘best beaches’ have been revealed and the top three are in Europe

The most beautiful beaches across the globe have been announced by Tripadvisor – and...

GP urges women to learn about their heart health

An NHS GP has urged women to learn more about their heart health, as...

Why the great British package holiday is an institution

A new book of photographs celebrates our love affair with fly ‘n’ flops to...

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor dead at 44

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor has died at the age of 44,...

Just five mini breaks of movement a day could be the key to safeguarding your future health

We’ve all heard about five-a-day when it comes to getting enough fruit and veg,...

Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard to front ITV’s ‘national institution’ This Morning

Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley have been confirmed as the regular hosts of ITV’s...

Charlotte Tilbury makes history as first female-founded brand to partner with F1 Academy

British beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury is partnering with the F1 Academy – and breaking-ground...

Torvill and Dean announce skating retirement on 40th anniversary of Olympic gold

British ice skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have marked the 40th anniversary of...

BBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright dies aged 69

Long-time BBC Radio DJ Steve Wright has died at the age of 69. He...

Chinese New Year: What does the year of the dragon mean for you?

Chinese New Year is upon us, with celebrations starting on Saturday, 10th February to...

Shot of polar bear on iceberg bed wins public vote in photography contest

A “breathtaking” image of a young polar bear drifting off to sleep on an...

10 things you didn’t know about orchids

Orchid lovers are in for a treat this month as two major orchid celebrations...

‘Stupid boy’ – Ian Lavender’s best moments as Private Pike in Dad’s Army

Ian Lavender had many stand-out moments as Private Frank Pike in the classic sitcom...

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