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UK flood warning issued as locals urged to 'take action now'

The Environment Agency issued a flood warning for an area of Devon as homes and roads are put at risk by the weather event. The alert is in place for the lower River Torridge, from Dolton to...

Wink Martindale dead: Legendary TV host who worked with Elvis Presley dies

Legendary TV presenter Wink Martindale has died at the age of 91.The revered host, known for conducting one of the earliest televised interviews with Elvis Presley, passed away after a seven-decade...

Celebrities slam Jeff Bezos and Katy Perry's 'disgusting' 11 minute flight to space

Although the all-female crew that took a brief trip into space on Monday April 14 was celebrated as a "historical moment," not everyone was enthusiastic about Blue Origin's mission. Several...

The Handmaid's Tale fans 'work out' Commander Lawrence's 'end game' in season 6

WARNING: This article contains spoilers from The Handmaid's Tale season 6Following its long-awaited return, fans of The Handmaid's Tale in the United States can watch new episodes every Tuesday on...

Deadly measles outbreak does little to counter vaccine scepticism in Texas

Deadly measles outbreak does little to counter vaccine scepticism in Texas21 minutes agoMadeline HalpertBBC NewsReporting fromWestern TexasHealth Secretary Robert KennedyOn an unusually crisp April...

I feel sorry for injured surfer who become most hated man on internet

I actually feel sorry for the surfer who (apart from one Donald J Trump) was a candidate for the most decried, derided and despised man on the internet this week. Sam Brenchley is his name. And...

Legendary Lassie child star and Ferris Bueller actor dead as tributes flood in

Joey D. Vieira, who found fame as a child star playing the farm boy Sylvester “Porky” Brockway on the first four seasons of the classic TV series Lassie, and who also appeared in Ferris Bueller's...

Paul McCartney reveals how Buddy Holly's music inspired The Beatles' early sound

Paul McCartney has lifted the lid on the ways Buddy Holly helped shape The Beatles in their formative years in a new book about the rock and roll musician. The hardback version of Buddy Holly: Words...

The forgotten royal with a rare disease whose son died a 'penniless criminal'

A number of surprising stories about the Royal Family and their history have emerged over the years. Tales include claims that a prince was Jack the Ripper as well as allegations of countless...

Nigel Farage fires warning shot at Starmer over Trump tariffs - 'nothing to do with it'

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said retaliatory tariffs would be “absolutely counter productive in every way”.He urged Britain to make the most of its post-Brexit freedoms as global economies are...

Queen Camilla's visit to Italy to give her opportunity to wear 'stunning jewels' - expert

On Monday, Queen Camilla and King Charles are set to arrive in Rome, Italy, for a four-day trip where they will also celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary.As well as keeping a close eye on their...

Grammy Award nominee Amadou Bagayoko dies after 'long illness'

Grammy Award nominee Amadou Bagayoko has died at the age of 70 after a "long illness". His son-in-law confirmed the sad news that the Malian singer had died. His manager Yannick Tardy confirmed...

Plan for successor to Britannia to drive Commonwealth trade

A successor to the Royal Yacht Britannia could drum up trade among Commonwealth nations as President Trump’s tariffs shake the world economy, according to a leading champion of a new vessel....

Beatles fans think female actress should have been cast as one of Fab Four in biopics

Fans of the upcoming biopics films of The Beatles are calling on the cast to be replaced by one actress in particular.A mixed reaction to the recent line-up announcement for the four Beatles movies,...

The landlocked African country that's the poorest in the world

Burundi, a small, landlocked country in East Africa, holds the unfortunate title of being the poorest nation in the world. According to data from the World Population Review, Burundi ranks at the...

Royal aides scramble to fix error in latest statement

Royal Family aides have scrambled to fix an error on a social media post about Queen Camilla's Easter engagement promoting an elephant conservation charity. This afternoon, the Queen visited The...

Reform UK has two huge policy problems — one is threat to peace in Britain

OPINION It is incumbent upon Nigel Farage's party to serve the British people (Image: Ian Forsyth/Getty Images)There’s a moment we’ve all had — stood in a kebab shop queue at 4am, clutching...

Forgotten painting that sold for £10.6m 'defines modern South Asian art'

Indian mural that spent decades on Norwegian hospital wall sells for record $13.8m13 hours agoJanhavee MooleBBC Marathi, MumbaiChristie’sA forgotten oil-on-canvas masterpiece by Indian painter MF...

Alison Hammond says she 'gets all the love she needs' from new TV project

Alison Hammond has shared her excitement about her latest television endeavour, describing it as "wonderful" and akin to "therapy". The 50 year old television personality is gearing up for the second...

Donald Trump says he was 'activated' last week in disturbing slip amid Kremlin spy fears

During a cabinet meeting on Monday, Donald Trump made an alarming gaffe, revealing he was "activated last week".The President experienced an embarrassing moment when Putin had him waiting before...