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I spoke to Amy Winehouse hours before she died - 1 thing she said makes me so happy

As one of the most gifted singers of her generation, Amy Winehouse sold millions of albums and captivated audiences with a powerful voice that belied her tiny 5ft 3ins frame. Yet Amy’s...

The incredible 20 celebrities Prince George has met even though he's just 11 years old

Prince George has already enjoyed meeting several major celebrities - evn though he is not yet 12-years-old. As one of King Charles's grandchildren, George has got to meet well-known figures -...

Comedian Arthur Askey's harrowing death and famous daughter

Arthur Askey was one of Britain's best loved comedians until the early 1980s, when he was struck down with gangrene and ended up losing both legs. The painful condition is caused by a lack of blood...

The quiet seaside town that's had a glow up and now 'looks like east London'

When it comes to seaside towns, there is no shortage of them in the UK. From Hastings in the south to Whitby in the north, there's plenty to choose from for a sunny weekend getaway. But there’s one...

Forgotten BBC drama with Hollywood A-lister and The Walking Dead star now free to watch

There's a hidden gem of a BBC series that's been overlooked for far too long, and it's now up for grabs online at no cost. Premiering in the era pre-dating streaming service dominance, the six-part...

Eighty years on, survivors and families remember horrors of Bergen Belsen

Eighty years on, survivors and families remember horrors of Bergen Belsen46 minutes agoDuncan KennedyBBC News at Bergen BelsenAFPThere had been rumours. There had been aerial photographs. There had...

Royal Navy scrambles warship as Russian frigate spotted in UK waters

A Russian warship brazenly prowling British waters has been monitored and tracked by the Royal Navy who launched to intercept the Kremlin vessel from the sea and air. The Plymouth-based Type 23...

Adam Woodyatt's 'surprisingly low' EastEnders wage and massive tax row

EastEnders’ Adam Woodyatt first graced Walford as Ian Beale during the BBC soap’s very first episode in 1985 as a fresh-faced 16-year-old. Today, he is 56, and he portrays the self-proclaimed...

Bitter war over Benny Hill’s £7.5 million fortune after comedian’s dying wish was rejected

Benny Hill’s death shocked the nation after the beloved comedian was found dead in 1992 at his home in London, aged 68. The legendary comic was one of Britain’s beloved entertainers during his...

Song from 2011 goes TikTok viral - and people are gobsmacked after realising who sings it

A staple of some cult-classic British shows over the past two decades, Matt Berry was already a familiar face to many, but after being at the heart of one of the most recent TikTok trends, he's...

The classic UK seaside town kids say is 'more fun than Disney World'

For a weekend away guaranteed to keep your kids busy and entertained, you don’t have to spend thousands of pounds on flights abroad. Instead, there’s one UK seaside town that has recently been...

The popular holiday activity loved by Brits that is 'frowned upon' on cruise ships

Brits love a cruise, with over two million British and Irish passengers expected to embark on a voyage this year. They are just a small part of the 32 million cruise passengers globally in 2023...

Penny Lancaster shares emotional 'icing on cake' moment in Rod Stewart's blended family

Penny Lancaster has opened up about an "icing on the cake" moment within her extensive blended family with rock legend Sir Rod Stewart. Chatting with Coleen Nolan on Loose Women: The Podcast, Penny...

Bayeux Tapestry row as historian claims he's found a very rude new detail

The myriad mysteries of the Bayeux Tapestry have been up for debate among scholars for centuries now. To this day there are still questions surrounding the 11th century depiction of the Norman...

Outrage as hotel firm housing asylum seekers rakes in £700m of your money

A hotel firm has raked in £700 million of taxpayer money a year by housing asylum seekers. Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd houses 38,000 people across 210 sites, at a cost of £5.5 million a day.Some of...

Lulu Roman dead: Hee Haw star who collaborated with Dolly Parton dies

Lulu Roman, who sang with Dolly Parton, has died at the age of 78. The actress and gospel singer was best known for her role in Hee Haw and Hee Haw Honeys, as well as starring in The Love Boat and...

Lar Park-Lincoln dead: Murder She Wrote star dies aged 63 as colleagues pay tribute

Lar Park-Lincoln, who played Linda Fairgate on Dallas spin off Knot’s Landing and also had a role in Murder she Wrote has died at the age of 63. The news was confirmed by her company Actors...

California passes Japan as fourth largest economy

California passes Japan as fourth largest economy33 minutes agoChristal HayesBBC News, Los AngelesPeter HoskinsBBC News, SingaporeGetty ImagesCalifornia's economy has overtaken that of the country of...

Godfather star Al Pacino's two-word verdict on becoming a dad again at 83

Hollywood actor Al Pacino is set to celebrate his 85th birthday today - just two years after welcoming a new life into the world. The Godfather star became a father for a fourth time in 2023, aged 83...

Heartbreak for UK seaside town as famous venue up for sale after £800k bill

A nightclub and entertainment venue in Great Yarmouth that hosted a range of well-known stars has gone on the market a year after its sudden closure. The Ocean Room in Gorleston hosted performances...