Entertainment
Joanna Lumley's Neighbour Reveals Her Polite and Dazzling Nature
A neighbour of Dame Joanna Lumley shared how the actress always responds with a wave and smile. As she turns 80, Lumley reflects on her career and marriage secrets.
Politics
John Parrott's Family Reason for Leaving A Question of Sport and His £9.1m Fortune
John Parrott left A Question of Sport to spend more time with his family. The snooker legend, worth £9.1m, also defended fellow BBC pundits amid exit rumours.
Sports
Vet Reveals Top 10 Dog Breeds She'd Recommend Based on Temperament
A vet with 10 years of experience shares her top 10 dog breeds she would choose to own, based on temperament and personal experience, from golden retrievers to Irish wolfhounds.
Crime
Four-Year-Old Boy Dies Days After Being Pulled from Hotel Pool
Lauchlin McMann, 4, died days after being pulled unresponsive from a hotel pool in Myrtle Beach during a family holiday. Police are investigating.
Business
Health
Weather
UK to Be Hotter Than Hawaii at 27C Before Rain
The UK could see its hottest day of the year with temperatures reaching 27C in London and East Anglia, surpassing Hawaii's 26C, but heavy rain and thunder are expected over the bank holiday weekend.
UK hotter than Hawaii on Friday before bank holiday change
Parts of the UK could reach 27C on Friday, hotter than Hawaii, but heavy rain and thunder are possible ahead of a changeable bank holiday weekend.
Magnus the Walrus Joins School Sailing Lesson
Magnus the walrus surprised pupils at Gordonstoun School in Moray during a sailing lesson. The 8ft marine mammal swam alongside boats, delighting students.
Giant Hailstorm Kills Emu at Missouri Zoo
A 21-year-old emu named Adam was killed by softball-sized hail during a historic storm in Springfield, Missouri. A rhea bird was injured but recovering. The zoo reopened after significant damage.
Met Office Predicts 26C Heat Surge on Friday Across 38 Counties
The Met Office forecasts temperatures up to 26C on Friday, with 38 counties in England and Scotland expected to reach 20C or above, well above the seasonal average.
British Isles Geography: Thursday Challenge
Thursday means geography challenge time! Test your knowledge of the British Isles with questions about landscapes, cities, rivers, and famous landmarks.
