Bake Off winner Peter Sawkins quits job to bake full-time
Peter Sawkins, the youngest male winner of The Great British Bake Off, has left his University of Edinburgh job to pursue baking and media work full-time.
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Scotland's top girls' names for 3 decades revealed
Margaret, Elizabeth and Mary were Scotland's most popular girls' names for three decades, with Margaret reigning as top choice until 1966, according to National Records of Scotland.
Scotland's Only Bake Off Winner Quits Job for Full-Time Baking
Scottish Bake Off winner Peter Sawkins has quit his University of Edinburgh job to pursue baking and media work full-time, announcing the news to his 327,000 Instagram followers.
Robson Green teases new crime series as filming wraps
Robson Green confirms filming has wrapped on The Northumbria Mysteries, his new crime series, as Grantchester prepares to end after series 11.
Aldi launches quirky baked bean fashion ties as accessory makes a comeback in 2026
Aldi has launched a limited-edition range of novelty ties featuring some of the supermarket's most iconic products, including baked beans, butter and fizzy pop.
Jack Lowden tipped as 5/4 favourite for James Bond
Scottish actor Jack Lowden, star of Slow Horses and Dunkirk, has emerged as the 5/4 frontrunner to become the next James Bond, with bookmakers slashing his odds amid casting speculation.
Strictly's Melanie Walters: Pilates career beyond Gavin and Stacey
Gavin and Stacey star Melanie Walters, 64, joins Strictly 2026 as final contestant; she is also a qualified Pilates instructor and runs Practical Pilates Ltd.
Penelope art installation set for revival ahead of 2028
Plans to refurbish Liverpool's Penelope art installation in Wolstenholme Square are advancing, with hopes it will be restored by the 20th anniversary of Capital of Culture in 2028.
Trippier: Howe statue call not mine, legacy deserves recognition
Kieran Trippier says Eddie Howe's Newcastle achievements deserve huge recognition and admits he was 'gutted' to see him leave, but a statue call is not his to make.
Strictly 2026: full line-up, new hosts and return date
Strictly Come Dancing 2026 confirms its 15 celebrity contestants, new presenting trio and returning judges, with the series set to air in September.
Eurovision 2027: Bulgaria hosts, new rules announced
Eurovision organisers have introduced stricter hosting rules, barring winners in sensitive geopolitical situations. Bulgaria's Burgas will host 2027, and the age limit rises to 18.
Neil Perry claims he was 'forced out' of The Band Perry
Neil Perry says he was 'forced out' of The Band Perry by sister Kimberly and her husband, claiming he was 'terminated' after a family feud.
Jiffy's next aim: cycling for Wales after £60m raised
Jonathan Davies, Velindre's president, has helped raise over £60m for the cancer charity. This Sunday he leads the Cancer 50 Challenge cycle from Cardiff to Swansea.
Corrie's Sydney Martin shares holiday snaps amid Betsy storyline
Coronation Street actress Sydney Martin has shared photos from a pig beach holiday abroad as her character Betsy Swain recovers from two strokes in a hard-hitting storyline.
Keely Hodgkinson's Sunglasses Joke at Euro Champs
Keely Hodgkinson wore sunglasses in her European Championship heat, joking she wants to avoid early botox, and cruised into the final.
Natalie Imbruglia: Penniless, Agoraphobic, Scared to Go Outside
Natalie Imbruglia reveals she ran out of money after Neighbours, lived in a basement, battled agoraphobia, and found success with Torn.
Elaine Paige: 'I can't do 8 shows a week anymore'
Dame Elaine Paige, 78, told This Morning she lacks stamina for eight weekly shows, hinting retirement from theatre but continuing radio and albums.
Oren Nahari dies at 70, days after final broadcast
Israeli journalist Oren Nahari has died at 70, five days after his final radio broadcast. He had been diagnosed with ALS in March.
Tielemans apologises to Villa fans after Man United interview
Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa supporters after his comments about Manchester United being a club above Villa sparked a furious reaction.
Veterans' Rugby Tales: The Derelicts Book Inspired by Dorking
Paul Mosley's new book The Derelicts captures the hilarious antics of veterans' rugby, inspired by his time at Dorking RFC, including a cayenne pepper incident in Venice.
South Korean culture 'takes UK by storm', poll suggests
Nearly three in 10 Brits have tried replicating Korean meals at home, with 44% enjoying K-dramas and films, as a poll reveals the nation's fascination with South Korean culture.
Roxy Music to release unheard tracks in For Your Pleasure deluxe
Roxy Music will release a deluxe edition of For Your Pleasure featuring unheard studio recordings, rehearsals, outtakes, and live sessions, including tapes from Bryan Ferry's time in Derbyshire.
Jersey Boys Tour Review: A Hesitant Viewer's Surprise
Despite initial hesitation, a reviewer finds the 20th anniversary tour of Jersey Boys at Wales Millennium Centre surprisingly captivating, praising its pace, performances, and harmonies.
BBC presenter Chemmy Alcott hospitalised after lake jump
Ski Sunday presenter Chemmy Alcott suffered a collapsed lung and needed a chest drain after a front flip from a five-metre platform at Lake Annecy went wrong.
Solar eclipse glasses: One woman's tale of selling 190 pairs
A woman's plan to sell solar eclipse glasses for charity spirals into a chaotic saga of overselling, anonymous buyers, and a frantic distribution of 190 pairs to 65 people in her village.
New community choir set for Stirling as organiser talks up singing
A new community choir launches at Bannockburn Community Centre next month, becoming the 15th run by Sing in the City, founded by musician Kirsty Baird, who praises Stirling as an obvious choice.
Jeremy Clarkson's A-level post divides fans again
Jeremy Clarkson reprises his annual A-level results post, revealing a C and two Us, sparking mixed reactions from fans on X.
Tributes to Perthshire cricket stalwart Charlie MacPherson
Former Perthshire and Blairgowrie cricket stalwart Charlie MacPherson has died aged 89, with tributes hailing him as a 'true gentleman' and one of Scotland's best uncapped players.
ITV axes After the Flood after two series despite fan praise
ITV has cancelled crime drama After the Flood after two series, despite positive reviews. The show starred Sophie Rundle as PC Joanna Marshall.
Identical twins discover almost identical A-level results
Identical twins Ben and Sam Tweddell, 19, from Southport, discovered they achieved almost identical A-level results at Christ the King Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre.
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