Matt Baker's Parents Join New Series After Health Struggles
Matt Baker returns with Our Barn in the Dales, converting a barn with wife Nicola as he supports ageing parents Mike and Janice on their Durham farm.
Category : Arts
Fences at Lyric Hammersmith: Revival rivals Othello
August Wilson's 1950s Pittsburgh Cycle play, revived by Daniel Bailey at Lyric Hammersmith, stands comparison with Othello and Death of a Salesman in its rich characterisation.
JK Rowling documentary announced by BBC Scotland
BBC Scotland announces a two-part documentary on J.K. Rowling, tracing her rise from struggling single mother to Harry Potter creator and her contested legacy.
Corrie's Sydney Martin compared to Michelle Keegan after comedy clip
Coronation Street star Sydney Martin has been compared to former soap star Michelle Keegan, who now lands Netflix roles, after sharing a comedy scene on social media.
McKellen stars in world-first play as Factory International reveals 2027 season
Factory International has announced its 2027 programme, including the world's first mixed reality play featuring Ian McKellen, and the return of Manchester International Festival.
Mary Berry's fuss-free chicken traybake 'perfect for busy weeknights'
Mary Berry's one-tin chicken, fennel and sweet potato traybake is 'easy to put together' and 'very tasty', ideal for busy midweek evenings.
WWI soldier's diary found in dump reveals tragic love story
A First World War soldier's diary, found in a rubbish dump, has revealed his tragic love story, ending just days before his death in 1918.
Baselitz Heroes review: savage history paintings at Ropac
Georg Baselitz's colossal Heroes paintings at Thaddaeus Ropac, London, capture horror, disgust and guilt over Germany's Nazi past with scathingly ironic force.
Nigella's Mexican Scrambled Eggs Recipe Praised by Fans
Nigella Lawson's Mexican scrambled eggs recipe, featuring green chilli and tortilla strips, has fans calling the results 'sublime' and 'absolutely delicious'.
Keira Knightley on hacking nightmare and new Stasi play
Keira Knightley and Luke Thompson discuss The Lives of Others, a stage adaptation of the Oscar-winning Stasi film, opening at the Adelphi Theatre in London in October.
Tom Cruise plays eccentric oil baron in new film Digger
Tom Cruise transforms into an eccentric oil baron in new movie Digger, saying his character is “outrageous and unpredictable”. Real-life oil oddballs revealed.
Countryfile farmer Frank Carr dies at 35: tributes pour in
Frank Carr, the 35-year-old Countryfile farmer from North Yorkshire, has died. He was interviewed on the BBC show in August and spoke about farming's mental challenges.
Nigella Lawson's Mexican scrambled eggs recipe ready in minutes
Nigella Lawson's Mexican scrambled eggs with green chilli and tortilla strips earn 'sublime' praise from fans, ready in minutes for any meal.
Boyle: Ink raises 'terrifying' AI concerns for journalism
Danny Boyle says his new film Ink raises 'terrifying' concerns about AI replacing journalism, highlighting the danger the press faces now.
Josephine review: Mason Reeves is a revelation in harrowing thriller
Josephine, Beth de Araújo's new thriller starring Mason Reeves, Gemma Chan and Channing Tatum, is harrowing yet essential viewing, premiering at London Film Festival on October 13, 2026.
LA Confidential: 'Masterpiece' Crime Thriller on Film4 Tonight
LA Confidential, the neo-noir crime classic with a 99% Rotten Tomatoes rating and nine Oscar nominations, airs on Film4 tonight. Fans and critics call it a masterpiece.
Queen Camilla's documentary offers rare glimpse into marriage
Queen Camilla's new BBC documentary, The Book That Changed My Life, offers a rare glimpse into her marriage and highlights the life-changing power of reading.
Emmerdale: Thea's Halloween revenge plan to 'put Kim down'
Thea Ramsden's thirst for vengeance against secret mum Kim Tate intensifies in Emmerdale, leading her to steal Kim's phone after overhearing a conversation about baby Tate's future. Chelsea Edge reveals Thea's spiralling state and the 'like mother, like d
Boyle: Ink shows 'terrifying' AI threat to journalism
Danny Boyle says his new film Ink raises 'terrifying' concerns about AI replacing journalism, warning the industry faces 'enormous change'.
Timberland clogs praised as 'gorgeous' and 'comfortable'
Timberland's Premium Convertible Clog for Women, priced at £120, is a hit with fashion fans who praise its 'super quality' and comfort, available in three autumnal shades.
Frank Cottrell-Boyce: 'Austerity was a war on children'
Frank Cottrell-Boyce tells the ECHO his new book was inspired by a Bootle school where children had no beds, calling austerity 'a war on children'.
Mel C: Spice Girls 'made history' with incredible legacy
Melanie C said the Spice Girls 'made history' as she reflected on the group's 'incredible legacy' ahead of National Album Day this weekend.
Birkenhead's Charlie Wright, who refused to leave his home, dies
Charlie Wright, the Birkenhead man who refused to let his family home be demolished, has died. He passed away in February this year.
Stacey Solomon unveils controversial orange bathroom makeover
Stacey Solomon has unveiled her sons' tangerine orange bathroom in her new £2million Essex mansion, admitting fans might 'hate' the bold design.
Roman fort found in Pembrokeshire challenges perceptions
An archaeologist has uncovered evidence of a Roman fort near Crymych in Pembrokeshire, potentially reshaping understanding of Roman activity in west Wales and its links to Welsh folklore.
Rachael Stirling ate Diana Rigg's ashes before stage show
Rachael Stirling's memoir reveals she ate some of her late mother Dame Diana Rigg's ashes before the opening night of Scandaltown in 2022, a ritual she now repeats before every press night.
Jason Byrne's Thirty Years Byrning: A masterclass in chaotic comedy joy
Jason Byrne's Thirty Years Byrning anniversary show at Newcastle's Tyne Theatre proves why he is the undisputed king of live comedy, a masterclass in chaotic joy.
England's 'oldest pub' stars in Practical Magic 2 filming
The Royal Standard of England, claiming to be the country's oldest pub, served as Thornfield Inn in Practical Magic 2. A TikTok tour of the Beaconsfield inn went viral.
Primetime Review: Pattinson Shines in Superficial Film
Robert Pattinson delivers a strong performance as Chris Hansen in Lance Oppenheim's debut Primetime, but the film's superficial treatment of child abuse and ethics leaves it lacking depth.
Luke Evans: Welsh actor's life from The Party to past struggles
Luke Evans stars in ITV's The Party. The Welsh actor has opened up about his working-class upbringing, a 'dark place' in his teens, and his relationship with Fran Tomas.
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