Entertainment
Emily Atack Defends Rivals Character Sarah, Praises Jilly Cooper's Nuanced Writing
Emily Atack discusses her Rivals character Sarah Stratton, praising Jilly Cooper for making readers understand why women used sexuality to get what they wanted.
Politics
Monty Don Struggles to Restrain Tears Over Resentment for BBC Show
Monty Don admits part of him resents the BBC's Chelsea Flower Show coverage, as it reminds him of boarding school feelings of missing summer.
Sports
Hull KR Captain Minchella Eyes Immortality in Challenge Cup Final
Hull KR captain Elliot Minchella prepares to defend the Challenge Cup at Wembley, aiming to become the first Robins skipper to lift the trophy twice. He reflects on last season's treble and his London Broncos roots.
Crime
Mother Drowned After Rescue Delay: Coroner Says Alert Could Have Saved Her
A coroner ruled that Saffron Cole-Nottage, 32, might have survived if the fire service had been called sooner after she became trapped in sea defence rocks as the tide rose in Lowestoft.
Health
Weather
6.7-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Japan, No Tsunami Risk
A 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's Miyagi region, prompting warnings in five prefectures. No tsunami risk was reported.
111 Dead as Violent Storms Hit Uttar Pradesh, India
Violent storms with rain, hail, and lightning killed 111 in Uttar Pradesh, India. Falling trees and walls caused most deaths. Emergency teams deployed.
Dead Whale Off Denmark May Be Rescued Humpback Timmy
A dead humpback whale washed up off Denmark, possibly Timmy, who was rescued in a £1.3M operation. Experts warn of explosion risk and disease.
Aussie Cold Weather Slang: Six Levels Explained
James Ashbridge shares a humorous video breaking down six levels of Australian cold weather expressions, from 'a bit fresh' to 'freezing my t*ts off', based on temperature ranges.
Eid Al-Adha 2026: UK Moon Sighting Dates Revealed
Eid Al-Adha 2026 moon sighting in Saudi Arabia and UK predicted for May 17. If confirmed, Dhul Hijjah starts May 18, Eid on May 27. Learn about visibility and date differences.
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.
