BBC Board Crisis: Banerji Quits Over Resignations
Former BBC board member Shumeet Banerji resigns, criticising the board's handling of the departures of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness. Read the full story on the BBC leadership crisis.
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Ex-BBC board member Banerji resigns in protest
Former BBC board member Shumeet Banerji resigns, calling it 'incomprehensible' the board holds itself in high regard after the departures of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness. Discover the full story behind the BBC's leadership crisis.
Sarah Mullally elected 106th Archbishop of Canterbury
Dame Sarah Mullally has been formally elected as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury in a centuries-old ceremony, marking a historic step for the Church of England. Discover the timeline for her confirmation.
Joanna Lumley reveals she won't plan her own funeral
Absolutely Fabulous star Dame Joanna Lumley, 79, opens up about ageing, her funeral wishes, and her husband's opposing plans. Discover her poignant choice of funeral poetry and her latest TV projects.
Mary Berry on caring for her 'terribly frail' husband
Dame Mary Berry shares a heartfelt update on her husband Paul Hunnings' health and reveals her secrets to a happy life at 90. Discover her story of love and devotion.
Deborah Meaden: Don't clear autumn leaves
Dragons' Den star Deborah Meaden urges gardeners to leave autumn leaves, explaining they are vital for wildlife, compost, and mulch. A simple act for a healthier garden.
Tom Conti's moving Shirley Bassey tribute on BBC Breakfast
Veteran actor Tom Conti moved BBC Breakfast audiences with a poignant musical tribute to his dear friend Dame Shirley Bassey, celebrating her remarkable career and their enduring friendship.
Dame Denise Lewis splits from husband after 17 years
Sydney 2000 heptathlon champion Dame Denise Lewis confirms separation from husband Steve Finan O'Connor, with whom she shares three children, after nearly two decades together.
Dame Elaine Paige's touching tribute to King Charles III
Legendary musical theatre star Dame Elaine Paige shares her touching tribute to King Charles III following his cancer diagnosis, revealing their special bond and his lifelong passion for the arts.
Mary Berry: 'I am slowing down' says baking legend
Beloved Great British Bake Off legend Mary Berry makes candid admission about scaling back her workload while reflecting on her remarkable career and future plans in exclusive interview.
Dragons' Den's Biggest Business Failures Exposed
Discover the jaw-dropping stories behind the biggest investment disasters and entrepreneurial nightmares that even the sharpest Dragons couldn't salvage.
Tracy Beaker author's steamy secret shocks fans
Beloved children's author Jacqueline Wilson reveals her unexpected venture into writing adult romance novels with explicit content, leaving former child readers stunned by the dramatic genre shift.
Texas Stuns Notre Dame in NCAA Tournament Upset
In a stunning NCAA women's basketball upset, Texas Longhorns eliminated Notre Dame Fighting Irish 80-68, while South Carolina and UCLA secured dominant victories in the tournament's second round.
Tom Holland Tipped as Next James Bond in Major Franchise Shake-up
Exclusive: Marvel's Tom Holland emerges as frontrunner to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond, with insiders revealing revolutionary new direction for the iconic spy franchise.
Dragons' Den technical blunder halts BBC show
BBC's Dragons' Den faced an unexpected technical meltdown during filming, leaving investors and entrepreneurs in stitches as production ground to a halt in hilarious circumstances.
Cambridge Professor's 'Rugger Buggers' Remarks Cause Fury
Renowned Cambridge professor Dame Mary Beard faces backlash after controversial remarks about 'thicko black rugger buggers' while defending academic freedom, igniting intense discussion about class and privilege in elite institutions.
TV producer arrested by ICE after 34 years of alleged fraud
A WGN-TV producer faces federal charges after allegedly living in the US illegally for 34 years while working at a major television network. Deborah Brockman's arrest reveals a complex web of deception involving multiple identities.
Sisters land £87k Dragons' Den deal with 12 hours' notice
Two determined sisters secured an incredible £87,000 investment on Dragons' Den despite having less than a day to prepare their pitch. Discover their remarkable journey from last-minute panic to business success.
Jilly Cooper's touching tribute to Dame Sian Phillips
Celebrated author Jilly Cooper shares touching memories of her dear friend Dame Sian Phillips, revealing the actress's extraordinary kindness and their decades-long friendship in an emotional tribute.
Jilly Cooper's Hornchurch past revealed as author becomes Dame
Beloved author Jilly Cooper, famous for her racy novels, has a surprising Essex connection to Hornchurch that shaped her early life before receiving damehood in King's Birthday Honours.
Brandreth's emotional final visit to Esther Rantzen
This Morning's Gyles Brandreth shares poignant details of his last visit to Dame Esther Rantzen before her assisted dying journey, revealing their emotional final conversation and unwavering friendship.
Disney ousts Dame Annette King in boardroom shakeup
In a stunning corporate coup, Dame Annette King is being ousted from Disney's UK board after just one year, as entertainment giant Sir Lucian Grainge tightens his grip on power.
Trump Ally Hegseth's Fiery Navy Locker Room Speech
Former President Donald Trump's rumoured pick for Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, electrified Navy football players with an impassioned locker room speech ahead of their crucial match against Notre Dame in Dublin.
Patricia Routledge slams BBC over Dame title snub
Veteran actress Patricia Routledge reveals the BBC failed to acknowledge her Damehood in recent programming, sparking discussion about respect for elder artists in broadcasting.
James Bond Day 2025: No New 007 Announced
As James Bond Day approaches, the iconic spy franchise faces unprecedented uncertainty with no successor to Daniel Craig announced. Explore how fans are celebrating while Eon Productions keeps the world guessing about 007's future.
Patricia Routledge turned down damehood for Birkenhead
Beloved 'Keeping Up Appearances' star Patricia Routledge reveals she turned down damehood to remain connected to her hometown roots in emotional interview.
Patricia Routledge Turned Down Dame Honour
Veteran actress Patricia Routledge, famous for her role as Hyacinth Bucket, has revealed she turned down the chance to become a Dame from the Prince of Wales in a candid new BBC interview.
Dame Patricia Routledge's final performance at 95
Beloved actress Dame Patricia Routledge makes her final stage appearance at 95, delighting fans with an impromptu Hyacinth Bucket performance in emotional Liverpool farewell.
Ex-nurse becomes Bishop of London in historic appointment
Dame Sarah Mullally makes history as former nurse becomes Bishop of London, bringing unique healthcare perspective to Church leadership
Dame Sarah Mullally: First female Archbishop of Canterbury?
In a groundbreaking move for the Church of England, Dame Sarah Mullally could shatter the stained-glass ceiling as the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury, marking a historic transformation in Anglican leadership.
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