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The ‘world's oldest pub’ in a stunning town overlooking a giant lake

The UK has one of the best, if not the best, pub cultures in the world. Few things beat sitting in a sunny beer garden on a lovely summer's day. However, when it comes to the world's oldest pub, it's...

Jamie McCann dead: Legend who worked with Foo Fighters and Ramones icons dies at 48

Jamie McCann has died at the age of 48. The recording engineer and producer had worked with many iconic bands including the punk supergroup Me First and the Gimme Gimmes whose members included...

'Bottle kicking trampling left me unable to walk'

'Bottle kicking trampling left me unable to walk'6 hours agoDan MartinBBC News, LeicesterAlexie WinshipA woman says she has been left unable to walk after she was accidentally trampled by players...

Star Trek <b class='text-danger'>legend</b> lost brother to suicide cult dedicated to hit sci-fi show

Star Trek legend lost brother to suicide cult dedicated to hit sci-fi show

Nichelle Nichols made history as one of the first black women featured in a popular TV series with her role as Lieutenant Uhura on Star Trek. Sadly, she went on to face a personal tragedy related to...

Wright says he 'cannot accept' Aluko's apology

Getty Images1 hour agoIan Wright says he "cannot accept" Eni Aluko's apology for suggesting the former England striker risked blocking female pundits from being given broadcasting...

Will this be the 'anyone but the big parties' local election?

Will this be the 'anyone but the big parties' local election?4 hours agoLaura KuenssbergPresenter, Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg•@bbclaurakBBC"A sliver here and a sliver there" – in a few days...

Harry and Meghan's Portugal getaway offers one thing they can't get in US

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made headlines last year when they purchased a luxury property in the idyllic seaside village of Melides, where Harry's cousin Princess Eugenie also has a holiday home....

Will this be the 'anyone but the big parties' local election?

Will this be the 'anyone but the big parties' local election?1 hour agoLaura KuenssbergPresenter, Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg•@bbclaurakBBC"A sliver here and a sliver there" – in a few days...

Coronation Street <b class='text-danger'>legend</b> Philip Lowrie dies as tributes pour in

Coronation Street legend Philip Lowrie dies as tributes pour in

Coronation Street icon Philip Lowrie has sadly died at the age of 88 after a long stint playing Dennis Tanner in the ITV soap. Philip was one of the original cast members when the soap started in...

Celebrity Big Brother 2025 winner revealed

Celebrity Big Brother 2025 winner revealed10 hours agoIan YoungsCulture reporterShutterstock for Big BrotherWarning: This story contains spoilers about who has won Celebrity Big BrotherCoronation...

Daily Express cartoonist who mocked Hitler so successfully he was put on a Nazi death list

Express cartoonist Carl Giles at work in his studio on his Suffolk farm in 1948. (Image: Getty)Legendary Daily Express cartoonist Carl Giles refined his craft during the biggest conflict in modern...

Bruce Logan dead: Star Wars icon dies suddenly as daughter pays heartbreaking tribute

Bruce Logan, the respected director of photography and cinematographer who worked on Star Wars: A New Hope and once said his “biggest claim to fame is… I blew up the Death Star”, has died at...

Pioneering Daily Express reporter who broke news of the Second World War

Legendary war correspondent Clare Hollingworth at work (Image: Courtesy Patrick Garrett)Slam! Slam! The noise that woke Clare Hollingworth in the early hours of September 1, 1939, was like doors...

Zoe Ball to front new BBC show months after stepping down from Radio 2

Zoe Ball’s TV comeback has been officially confirmed, just months after her emotional exit from BBC Radio 2. The presenter, who has spent the recent months working “at a beach cafe,” will...

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...

Prince Harry accuses John Travolta of 'dining out' on Princess Diana story

The Duke of Sussex will attend the 22nd Living Legends of Aviation awards ceremony tonight at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in California, alongside a number of A-listers and aviation heroes. At last...

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...

Helga Weber dead: Eurovision <b class='text-danger'>legend</b> dies aged 39 as devastated partner pays tribute

Helga Weber dead: Eurovision legend dies aged 39 as devastated partner pays tribute

Helga Wéber, who appeared for Hungary at Eurovision 2012 and 2013 as a backing singer, has died at the age of 39 after a long illness. She is best known for having performed as a backing singer for...

Booze and twos: the best fictional detectives for drinking with!

Hercule Poirot (David Suchet) enjoys his favourite tipple (Image: ITV/Shutterstock)We're all familiar with the stereotypes of crime fiction: the hard-bitten, increasingly world-weary detective...

Liam and Noel Gallagher reunite at work for first time in years after patching up feud

Liam and Noel Gallagher were spotted for the first time together in years ahead of their upcoming tour. The Oasis legends arrived at a working men's club in Newington Green, London to film promo for...