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UK theme park unveils huge £12m new Viking-themed world

A UK theme park has unveiled plans for a £12 million Viking-themed world to open in its grounds next year. Hampshire-based Paultons Park revealed its largest investment to date in Valgard, Realm of...

The 'utopian' £13m project in major capital city - visitors say 'avoid it!'

It is a familiar scenario; a large housing estate on the city outskirts is built in hopes of a better future for those in need of social housing. Then, it gradually falls into despair - crippled by...

How to win Eurovision, according to the experts

How to win Eurovision, according to the experts2 hours agoSamuel SpencerBBC NewsGettyThe Eurovision Song Contest was watched by around 163 million people last year – meaning there are potentially...

How to win Eurovision, according to the experts

How to win Eurovision, according to the experts1 hour agoSamuel SpencerBBC NewsGettyThe Eurovision Song Contest was watched by around 163 million people last year – meaning there are potentially...

Personal tax allowance increase to £20,000 update 'in days' in Commons showdown

A plea to the Chancellor Rachel Reevestax thresholds for workers and state pensioners has gathered a huge 249,055 signatories meaning a parliamentary showdown on the issue will take place on...

Rediscovered Thomas & Friends pilot to be released

Rediscovered Thomas & Friends pilot to be released3 hours agoPaul GlynnCulture reporterGetty ImagesA rediscovered and restored version of the pilot episode of Thomas & Friends, the animated...

Chris Mason: Can UK-India trade deal mask Labour's problems at home?

Chris Mason: Can Delhi deal mask Labour's problems at home?48 minutes agoChris MasonPolitical editor•@ChrisMasonBBCReutersWithin moments of the briefing with the business secretary beginning,...

Russia's horror WW3 threat to UK - 'Missile attacks and civilian fatalities'

A Government risk assessment has found an attack by Russia on the UK would likely result in the death of civilians, reports say. Britain is said to be overhauling 20-year-old defence preparations...

Iran unveils frightening new missile capable of hitting key NATO ally

Iran has unveiled a frightening new missile capable of targeting US "bases and forces". State TV broadcasted footage on Sunday showcasing the unveiling of a new ballistic missile amid escalating...

Star Wars: A New Hope cast now - from illicit affairs to addiction and Lucasfilm fallout

Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope trailer TABLE OF CONTENTStar Wars: A New Hope was a global phenomenon when it was released in 1977. The first movie in the franchise (although the fourth in the...

Four types of 'common' pills linked to dementia including antihistamine meds

Certain medications have been linked to an increased risk of dementia (Image: Getty )A health expert has said that four types of tablets, some commonly used to treat everyday illnesses and...

Amal Clooney faces US ban from Donald Trump after major Foreign Office caution

The Trump administration could prevent British human rights lawyer Amal Clooney from travelling between the United States and Europe due to working with the International Criminal Court, according to...

Bizarre moment Donald Trump compliments Elon Musk 'double hat' during official meeting

Elon Musk’s “double hat” caught the attention of Donald Trump during a meeting marking the president’s first 100 days in office. With cabinet members gathered around a table during the...

Freddie Mercury 'refused to work' with Michael Jackson after one huge mistake

Rock royalty Freddie Mercury reportedly "refused to work" with the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, after a significant blunder by the Thriller star.The planned collaborations between the two music...

'Once-popular' tourist hotspots everyone has 'forgotten' about

They were once popular tourist destinations - but they've been overshadowed by other hotspots across the globe in recent years.In search for somewhere to go on holiday, people have taken to social...

'Once-popular' tourist hotspots everyone has 'forgotten' about

They were once popular tourist destinations - but they've been overshadowed by other hotspots across the globe in recent years.In search for somewhere to go on holiday, people have taken to social...

Dirk Benedict at 80: How the A-Team star defies ageing and captivates fans

Now, at the age of 80, Dirk is defying the ageing process and looks to be in great shape still. Fans of the actor also rave about how youthful appears when they meet him at TV conventions.The A-Team...

Damien Thomas dead: 80s horror film legend dies as daughter pays devastated tribute

British actor Damien Thomas, best known for his iconic role as Count Karnstein in the Hammer Films horror classic Twins of Evil, has died at the age of 83.Thomas passed away on April 18 at Salisbury...

The incredible little city that gets over 3,300 hours of sunshine every year

After a long, dark winter, many Brits will be keen to see more sun at home and abroad this spring and summer. If its sunshine hours you’re after, there is one European capital that sits head and...

Georgia Sweeney's journey from apprentice struggles to youth worker in Manchester

Like many young individuals in Greater Manchester, Georgia Sweeney found her initial venture into the professional world challenging. At the tender age of 17, she embarked on an apprenticeship at an...