BBC responds to Gregg Wallace's £10k fee controversy
The BBC has broken its silence after MasterChef star Gregg Wallace faced backlash for charging £10,000 to appear on a local radio show, defending their position on talent payments.
The BBC has broken its silence after MasterChef star Gregg Wallace faced backlash for charging £10,000 to appear on a local radio show, defending their position on talent payments.
A British traveller reveals how she was slapped with an unfair £100 smoking charge at a UK hotel - and shares crucial tips to protect yourself from similar scams.
The BBC has deployed an 11-person crew to broadcast the World Conker Championships live from Northamptonshire, sparking debate about licence fee spending on niche sporting events.
Discover the fascinating safety regulation that keeps ashtrays in aircraft lavatories decades after smoking was prohibited on flights.
Japan introduces controversial ¥1,000 tourist tax for all international visitors starting 2025. Discover how this new fee will affect Australian travellers and what it means for your next holiday to the Land of the Rising Sun.
UK travellers to EU countries now encounter enhanced border controls, potential entry fees, and stricter document checks post-Brexit. Here's what you need to know before your next European trip.
World Health Organisation investigation reveals how tobacco firms exploit parliamentary rules for promotion, calling for immediate ban on smoking in Palace of Westminster.
Former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Thomas Skinner spotted enjoying drinks and cigarettes just hours after his controversial elimination from the BBC show that left viewers 'traumatised'.
A South Australian thrift store's decision to implement a £1.50 entry fee has divided the rural community of Burra, with some calling it 'disgusting' while others defend the struggling charity's innovative approach.
Discover the TP-Link Tapo C210 pet camera that offers crystal-clear monitoring without subscription costs - perfect for anxious pet owners.
The world-famous Zaanse Schans windmill village in the Netherlands will begin charging international tourists an entry fee from 2025, while remaining free for Dutch residents in a bid to manage overtourism and preserve heritage.
Essential guide to TV licence enforcement in the UK - discover what programmes require payment and how enforcement officers operate.
British travellers heading to America face a new mandatory entry fee starting next year. The Electronic Travel Authorization system update will add £15 to every US trip - here's what you need to know.
UK tourists planning trips to the United States now face an additional mandatory fee as part of enhanced border security measures. Here's what British travellers need to know about the new ESTA requirement.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has hit back at Bayern Munich's controversial remarks about Nick Woltemade's transfer, calling the 'idiot fee' comments completely unacceptable in professional football.
British travellers aged 70 and above won't need to pay Spain's new entry fee under upcoming travel rules. Discover how this affects your Spanish holidays.
Shocking new research shows teenagers with smoking parents age faster biologically, facing increased risk of cancer and heart disease regardless of their own habits.
New research shows wood-burning stoves may cause lung function decline comparable to smoking, raising serious health concerns for millions of British households.
Supermodel Kate Moss made a stunning return to the runway for Saint Laurent's SS25 show, reviving the iconic Le Smoking tuxedo look that defined her career, while Madonna watched from the front row in a powerful fashion moment.
British holidaymakers face new costs as popular European destinations, including Venice and Barcelona, implement strict tourist taxes and visitor caps, mirroring Las Vegas's recent resort fee controversy. Discover which cities are affected and how it coul
Venice has launched a controversial €5 entry fee for day-trippers in a bold attempt to manage overtourism and preserve the fragile lagoon city.
Venice confirms a €5 daily tourist tax from 2026. Learn who must pay, how it works, and why the city is implementing this controversial measure to manage overtourism.
BBC Radio 1's flagship breakfast show host Greg James sees his salary figures made public in the latest annual report, sparking debate over broadcaster pay and licence fee value.
The BBC has alerted nearly seven million Britons about a critical deadline that could see them lose significant financial support. Here's how to protect your payments.
Shocking new figures reveal an unprecedented surge in school suspensions and expulsions linked to substance abuse, with a record 130 children suspended in just one day. Experts warn of a growing behavioural crisis in England's classrooms.
BBC Breakfast faces viewer fury as Tory MP Bim Afolami's interview on voter ID rules is labelled 'patronising' and 'soft', sparking fresh 'Defund the BBC' demands.
Justin Bieber has reportedly secured a record-breaking multi-million pound deal to headline Coachella 2025, making him the highest-paid performer in the festival's storied history, according to industry insiders.
Urgent warning for UK households as new BBC TV Licence enforcement rules come into force, with thousands at risk of fines exceeding £1,000. Learn how to avoid penalties and check if you're exempt.
In a heartwarming twist to awards season, 19-year-old British actor Owen Cooper celebrated his groundbreaking Emmy victory not at a glitzy afterparty, but sharing a quiet moment with his parents in a smoking area, sparking a viral sensation about family v
A landmark global health report exposes the devastating toll of smoking, with 8 million deaths per year and a profound impact on both smokers and those exposed to second-hand smoke. Experts are calling for urgent government action.