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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dave Myers’ best moments: From Strictly to collapsed puddings
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...

Social media and eco-anxiety are affecting children’s mental health

As Children’s Mental Health Week begins, the TV GP looks at some of the...

10 ways to eat Yorkshire Puddings

Each February, the first Sunday of the month is designated British Yorkshire Pudding Day. But...

Would you know how to perform life-saving CPR?

More than four in 10 UK adults do not know how to perform CPR,...

Ex-England manager Glenn Hoddle: Men look after their cars better than their bodies

Glenn Hoddle said he still feels like he is “playing extra time” nearly six...

The secret signs of a gambling addiction – and how to approach a loved one

The number of people seeking help for gambling problems reached record levels in 2023...

Sir Michael Palin backs blueprint to save UK’s churches

Sir Michael Palin has called for urgent action to save churches across the UK,...

From free upgrades to the safest place to sit – 6 airline ‘myths’ explained

We’ve been flying to holiday destinations for over 100 years, but the art of...

How exactly does the swallowable weight-loss balloon work?

A weight-loss balloon, which patients swallow as a pill, is now being offered to...

10 of the best gardens to visit to see snowdrops

It’s snowdrop season, when swathes of pint-sized white flowers emerge from frost-laden woodlands, parks,...

How often should you check your skin for cancer?

According to Cancer Research UK, melanoma accounts for 4% of all new cancer cases,...

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