Queen's 'lazy' Scottish Parliament remark caused palace row
A bombshell biography reveals how the late Queen's private critique of the Scottish Parliament sparked a major row over royal impartiality and the future of the Union.
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Hollywood bosses thought Robert Redford was 'ice-cold'
New biography reveals how studio executives initially dismissed Robert Redford as 'emotionless' and 'wooden', only for him to become one of Hollywood's most bankable and respected stars, defying early criticism with his legendary career.
What Your Favourite Historical Era Reveals About You
A provocative new cultural analysis explores why we romanticise certain historical periods while ignoring their brutal realities. Discover what your period drama preference says about your subconscious desires and modern anxieties.
Prince Harry Held Back Royal 'Dirty Laundry' in Memoir
Royal biographer reveals the bombshell revelations Prince Harry consciously held back from 'Spare', including a potentially devastating confrontation with King Charles and a secret peace offering to Prince William.
Christopher Robin's lifelong resentment of Winnie-the-Pooh revealed
Exclusive insight into how A.A. Milne's literary triumph created a fractured family legacy, with son Christopher Robin despising the fame and fortune that overshadowed his disabled daughter's needs.
Diana called Harry her 'miracle baby' reveals biographer
Royal biographer Andrew Morton discloses intimate details from Princess Diana's private tapes, revealing her profound fertility challenges and why she viewed Prince Harry as her 'miracle' child following a tumultuous period in her marriage to Charles.
Palace Courtier 'Blocked Black Writer from Queen Biography'
An explosive new account claims a senior Palace courtier attempted to block a prominent black writer from penning the Queen's biography, reigniting the royal race debate and challenging previous statements from Buckingham Palace.
High Heels: A Queen's Vengeful Invention Against Rival
A startling new historical biography uncovers the dark and vengeful origins of the high heel, tracing it back to a plot by the 16th-century French Queen, Catherine de' Medici, driven by jealousy and a desire to humiliate her husband's mistress.
Prince Philip's Shocking Verdict on Princess Diana Revealed
Explosive new claims from royal biographer Gyles Brandreth detail Prince Philip's private frustrations with Princess Diana, revealing he believed she was 'unstable' and 'in need of help' during the tumultuous breakdown of her marriage to Prince Charles.
Harry's Friends Leaked Stories for Revenge, Book Claims
A shocking new biography alleges that close friends of Prince Harry, feeling scorned after being sidelined by Meghan Markle, deliberately fed private stories to the media in an act of revenge, fueling the Sussexes' rift with the press.
Royal Rift: Anne and Andrew's 'Polar Opposite' Childhoods
A shocking new royal biography uncovers the starkly different upbringings of Princess Anne and Prince Andrew, revealing a deep-seated sibling rivalry and favouritism within the Royal Family that shaped their contrasting personalities.
Top 10 Historical Period Dramas on Netflix UK
Escape to the past with our curated guide to the best historical period dramas streaming on Netflix UK. From royal intrigue to wartime romance, discover your next binge-watch.
Unmissable September Non-Fiction: Your Autumn Reading Guide
Discover the most captivating non-fiction releases of September 2024. From gripping true crime and royal revelations to thought-provoking science and history, our curated guide ensures your next great read.
Giorgio Armani's profound regret: 'I worked too much'
Fashion icon Giorgio Armani gives a rare, candid interview reflecting on his life's work, expressing profound regret over his workaholic lifestyle and its personal cost.
Giorgio Armani reveals his biggest life regret at 91
Fashion icon Giorgio Armani opens up in a rare, emotional interview about his profound regret over never starting a family, calling it his 'biggest disappointment' in life at 91.
Hemingway Son's Suicide Reveals Family Tragedy
Newly unearthed letters reveal the heartbreaking final chapter of Patrick Hemingway's life, mirroring his father Ernest's own tragic demise decades earlier.
Queen Elizabeth's Favourite Prime Minister Revealed
A stunning new biography uncovers the unique bond between the late Queen and a particular Prime Minister, detailing their weekly audiences and shared sense of humour that transcended politics.
Kim Novak's Golden Lion: From Poverty to Hollywood Legend
Screen icon Kim Novak, famed for 'Vertigo', receives the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement and reveals her astonishing journey from a poverty-stricken childhood to Hollywood royalty in a powerful new documentary.
Jung Chang's Wild Swans Sequel Finally Announced After 12 Years
Acclaimed author Jung Chang announces the sequel to her global bestseller 'Wild Swans', a profound memoir chronicling her family's journey through China's tumultuous 20th century, set for publication this September.
Queen Camilla Assaulted by Teenager on Train
A new biography reveals a terrifying moment when a teenager assaulted Queen Camilla on a train journey, raising serious questions about royal security protocols and public access.
Kate Spade Biography Reveals Her Hidden Mental Health Struggle
Elyce Arons' poignant biography 'We Just Make It' uncovers Kate Spade's hidden battles with mental health and the devastating truth behind her 2018 suicide, offering an intimate portrait of the beloved designer.
Sloane Stephens: Parents Sold House For My Tennis Career
US Open champion Sloane Stephens opens up in an emotional ESPYs speech about the immense sacrifice her parents made, selling their family home to fund her fledgling tennis career, a gamble that ultimately led to Grand Slam glory.
John Williams: The Movie Scores He Didn't Compose
A new biography uncovers the heartbreaking reality behind the legendary composer's most famous works, including the surprising films he had no hand in scoring.
BBC's 'King and Conqueror' slammed as 'nonsense' by viewers
The BBC's new big-budget historical drama 'King and Conqueror' faces a viewer revolt over its perceived historical blunders and controversial casting choices, with audiences taking to social media to brand it 'nonsense'.
Beethoven's Tumultuous Final Years: Genius, Grief & Revolution
A groundbreaking new biography uncovers the profound personal tragedies and political turmoil that shaped Ludwig van Beethoven's revolutionary final works, revealing a man raging against his fate in 1820s Vienna.
Queen Elizabeth's Private Brexit Fury Revealed
A bombshell new book uncovers the late Queen Elizabeth II's profound frustration with the Brexit process and the 'disappointing' conduct of UK politicians, offering an unprecedented glimpse into her private political views.
Melania Trump's Father: The Man Who Saved The World
An exclusive look at the remarkable life of Viktor Knavs, the father of former First Lady Melania Trump, whose journey from communist Slovenia to American patriarch reveals a story of resilience and determination.
Princess Margaret's 'Sadistic' Demands Exposed by Royal Insider
Shocking royal insider claims reveal Princess Margaret's 'sadistic' behaviour, impossible demands, and the cruel treatment that left staff in tears. A new biography unveils the turbulent life of the Queen's rebellious sister.
Princess Anne's Secret Meeting with Serial Killer Shipman
A shocking new biography discloses an extraordinary, previously unknown meeting between Princess Anne and Britain's most prolific serial killer, Harold Shipman, at a maximum-security prison in 2003.
Princess Margaret's Secret Boredom: Royal Myth Shattered
Explosive new royal biography shatters the myth of Princess Margaret's glamorous existence, exposing her private battles with boredom, chain-smoking, and the stifling monotony of royal life behind the glittering facade.
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