EastEnders' John Altman on Nick Cotton, June Brown and Jimi Hendrix
John Altman, famed as EastEnders' Nick Cotton, discusses the soap's future amid BBC cuts, his final days with June Brown, and meeting Jimi Hendrix.
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Wigan bogeyman inspired horror author David Barnett's tales
Wigan-born horror author David Barnett says the legend of Red Clogs, the bogeyman of his Ince childhood, shaped his folk horror novels set in the North.
BBC's Miss Austen hailed 'magnificent' must-watch drama
BBC's Miss Austen, starring Keeley Hawes, is hailed 'magnificent' and 'heartbreaking' by fans. Based on Gill Hornby's novel, the four-part drama is now streaming on BBC iPlayer.
Aunt begs sister to change son's 'awful' car-themed name Dodge
A woman is urging her sister to reconsider naming her baby boy Dodge, saying the car-themed moniker is 'awful' and could lead to bullying at school.
Underground Monk Show Review: Edinburgh Fringe Gem
Underground Monk at Assembly George Square Gardens is a witty, inventive Edinburgh Fringe show blending comedy, magic, and existential musings. A must-see.
Laurie Anderson Manuscript Joins Future Library in Oslo
Laurie Anderson's manuscript for the Future Library project in Oslo has been completed and will be unveiled in 2114, joining works by other authors.
Liverpool florist: 'I've cried' honouring community
Amanda Tisdale, owner of Wow Flowers in Wavertree, says it has been a 'privilege' helping her community through grief over two decades.
Skins star Megan Prescott: Show glamourised things that shouldn't have been
Megan Prescott, 35, says Skins glamourised things that shouldn't have been, and reflects on being a teenager on an 18-rated show before MeToo.
Butcher's 1-ingredient trick makes cheap steak taste premium
A butcher reveals that grating Parmesan over steak while it rests can make it taste more premium and intensely beefy, thanks to glutamates.
Showgirls recall variety stage days in pictures
Former showgirls share memories of variety theatre days in a new photo series, recalling costumes, choreography and life on the road.
How The Bear Rebuilt My Work Self-Confidence
A personal essay explores how the TV show The Bear helped the author rebuild self-confidence at work, finding lessons in its portrayal of kitchen chaos.
Queen's Nose star Victoria Shalet unrecognisable 31 years on
Victoria Shalet, who played Harmony in The Queen's Nose, looks unrecognisable over 30 years later. The 44-year-old is now a psychotherapist.
Dolly Parton's family gathers at Nashville burial site
Dolly Parton's family gathered at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Nashville for a private service, as the cemetery shared a tribute to the singer, who died on August 25.
The Queen's Nose Star Victoria Shalet Now and Why She Quit Acting
Victoria Shalet, who played Harmony in The Queen's Nose, now works as a psychotherapist. She quit acting after missing out on a Holby City role.
Manchester Village Pride parade takes over city centre
Manchester Village Pride's annual parade fills the city centre with colour and joy under the 'No Place Like Home' theme, celebrating the LGBTQI+ community.
Author disappointed after psychologist says he is not a psychopath
Geraint Anderson was disappointed when clinical psychologist Kerry Daynes told him he is not a psychopath, despite his self-diagnosis and embrace of the label.
Barbecue: Unenjoyable, Toxic, Tiresome and Malnourishing
A writer argues barbecue is unenjoyable, toxic, tiresome and malnourishing, sparking debate over the beloved summer tradition.
Adele Parks: 'I'm not a domestic goddess, I'm a writer'
Bestselling author Adele Parks discusses her writing routine, family life, and why she avoids the label of domestic goddess in a candid interview.
Inside King Charles' Highgrove shop: Standout item costs £5,000
Express reporter Adam Toms visited the King's Highgrove shop in Tetbury, finding royal memorabilia and pricey items, but one thing stood out: Charles' own artwork, priced up to £5,000.
Susie Dent: Gethin Jones sends Welsh voice notes
Countdown's Susie Dent has revealed Gethin Jones sends her voice notes with Welsh pronunciation tips, promising to teach her the language so she doesn't 'fall flat on my face'.
Charli XCX debuts new era set at Reading Festival
Charli XCX delivered the first full UK set of her Music, Fashion, Film era at Reading Festival as heavy rain subsided, performing hits and new tracks.
Insiders Reveal Tricks of the Book Trade for Bestsellers
Publishing insiders disclose the strategies behind bestsellers, from cover design to marketing timing, in a new Guardian interactive guide.
Five quirky London museums hiding major treasures
Beyond the British Museum and V&A, London hides quirky, forgotten collections run by passionate obsessives. Here are five unusual museums tucked away from the tourist trail, from ancient Egyptian textiles to a surgeon's gruesome specimens.
Ottolenghi's simple breakfast recipes for easy mornings
Yotam Ottolenghi presents three simple breakfast recipes: tahini banana toast, shakshuka with feta, and overnight oats with berries—all quick, healthy, and delicious.
Emilia Fox Never Watched Pride and Prejudice BBC Drama
Emilia Fox, who played Georgiana Darcy in the 1995 BBC Pride and Prejudice, has revealed she has never watched the beloved period drama.
The Trials of Magnus Coffinkey review – darkly comic gem
A witty, macabre one-man show at Summerhall, Edinburgh, blends absurdist humour with poignant reflection, earning strong audience applause.
Baker's secret to silky smooth buttercream: a splash of milk
A baker reveals the simple ingredient she never skips to make smooth buttercream: a dash of milk. Learn how to fix grainy, stiff frosting.
Coronation Street's Blanche Hunt: 50 years of a soap icon
Maggie Jones played Corrie's Blanche Hunt for over 50 years, becoming an icon after 25 years. She died in 2009, aged 75, after more than 830 episodes.
Judy Finnigan recalls meeting Dolly Parton in the 1990s
Judy Finnigan remembers meeting Dolly Parton in the 1990s, recalling her perfume, beauty and wit during a This Morning interview at Liverpool's Albert Dock.
Dolly Parton's Husband Carl Dean 'Traumatised' by Awards Event
Dolly Parton's husband Carl Dean made only a handful of public appearances and was left 'traumatised' by one awards ceremony, vowing never to attend another.
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