Entertainment
Emmerdale Actor Eric Allan Dies Aged 85, Co-Stars Pay Tribute
Eric Allan, known for playing Frank Blakey on Emmerdale, has passed away at 85. Co-stars and fans pay tribute to his long career, including 25 years voicing Bert Fry on The Archers.
Sports
Arne Slot Criticises Premier League's Entertainment Value, Blames VAR
Liverpool manager Arne Slot argues Premier League football is losing its joy, with VAR's intrusive interventions cited as a primary cause of declining viewer engagement.
Politics
Russian Army's Advance Slows to Two-Year Low Amid Ukrainian Gains
The Russian army has recorded its slowest frontline advance in nearly two years, as Ukrainian forces achieve breakthroughs and territorial gains, according to US analysis.
Crime
Camping Trip Tragedy: Man Allegedly Murdered with Axe in NSW
A 33-year-old man from Urunga, NSW, was allegedly killed with an axe at a campground near Armidale. The suspect, 26, faces murder charges as friends remember the victim as a 'humble, beautiful soul'.
Health
Weather
Sunshine Brings Pollen Bomb to UK After Weeks of Rain
After over 50 days of consecutive rain, the UK is basking in sunshine with temperatures reaching 19°C, but the warm weather has triggered a severe 'pollen bomb' across the nation.
Maldives Easter Flight Prices Skyrocket Amid Middle East Airport Shutdowns
Holidaymakers face soaring costs for direct flights to the Maldives this Easter, with prices exceeding £2,500, as Middle East airport closures disrupt travel routes and drive up fares.
Middle East Airspace Crisis Strands Britons, Airlines Scramble
Widespread airspace closures across the Middle East due to escalating Iran-US tensions have caused major flight disruptions, leaving British nationals stranded and airlines operating limited repatriation services.
Turkey Travel Safety: FCDO Advice Amid Conflict
The UK Foreign Office updates travel advice for Turkey as Middle East tensions escalate. Flights face cancellations, but most trips remain unaffected unless near the Syrian border.
Record Winter Rainfall Hits Three English Counties
Cornwall, Leicestershire, and West Midlands experience wettest winter on record, with southern England seeing fourth wettest. Met Office links heavy downpours to climate change impacts.
Monday Sports Challenge: Football, Cricket & Rugby Questions
Start your week with our Monday sports quiz featuring 100 questions about British football, cricket, and rugby. How well do you know these popular UK sports?