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Rosie Shead

First day of June to feel ‘more like spring or autumn’ after heatwave

Met Office forecasters said temperatures will return to more normal levels for this time of year.

1 Jun 2026

Balmoral ‘a uniquely special place in the hearts of the royal family’, says King

The Aberdeenshire estate has become a favourite summer retreat for the family.

1 Jun 2026

‘Big change’ in weather as thunderstorms and downpours forecast after heatwave

Heavy rain was expected to cross the whole country on Monday, the Met Office said.

31 May 2026

Man, 19, becomes 14th person to die in water-related incidents during heatwave

Emergency services have issued warnings about the dangers of getting into open water.

30 May 2026

MPs raise concerns over ‘climate of fear’ in live music industry

They called for an investigation into potential market dominance in the sector.

24 May 2026

Strictly presenters enjoy first outing as trio at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe visited the London garden show.

22 May 2026

First image of Stranger Things’ Charlie Heaton in Peaky Blinders spin-off

The 32-year-old plays Charles Shelby who returns from war.

22 May 2026

Naomie Harris and Christina Hendricks begin filming new BBC legal drama

The six-part series, Reputation, looks at celebrity libel case.

22 May 2026

Zendaya, Emma Stone and Anne Hathaway attend star-studded Louis Vuitton show

Emily Blunt, Cate Blanchett and Alicia Vikander also attended the fashion event.

21 May 2026

Channel 4 boss ‘deeply sorry’ after MAFS sexual assault and rape allegations

Senior figures at Channel 4, including chief executive Priya Dogra, spoke at a briefing.

20 May 2026

Channel 4 boss ‘very confident’ right decisions made regarding MAFS allegations

Senior figures at Channel 4 were speaking at a briefing for the broadcaster’s annual report.

20 May 2026

Dame Agatha Christie exhibition to open at British Library

Exhibition will explore how the murder mystery author’s life, travels and interests inspired her work

20 May 2026

Dear England playwright praises local BBC radio for supporting first production

Graham appeared before the Culture, Media and Sport Committee (CMS) to discuss the issues facing the BBC.

19 May 2026

American influencer charged with assault over incident at Tube station

Rein Lively, 40, is the founder of an “anti-woke” PR firm called America First PR, according to her Instagram page.

15 May 2026

King told Sir Idris Elba he would DJ at palace garden party, actor says

Thursday afternoon’s event celebrated the 50th anniversary of the King’s Trust youth charity.

14 May 2026

Katseye announce world tour including UK and Ireland shows

The Wildworld tour which will see the group performing across Europe and North America in autumn.

13 May 2026

Ted Lasso star hails importance of ‘chasing dreams’ as he signs football deal

Cristo Fernandez played Dani Rojas in the Apple TV show.

13 May 2026

Richard Osman announced as host for new high-stakes ITV quiz show

The former Pointless co-presenter will host new show The Golden Elevators.

12 May 2026

Rachel Corp steps down as ITN chief executive with immediate effect

She will be replaced by Ian Rumsey, the broadcaster said.

12 May 2026

Woman acquitted of stalking TV explorer Wood but given restraining order

The Crown Prosecution Service offered no evidence in the case against Ashwini Joshi.

22 Apr 2026

Terminally ill patients share pearls of wisdom in Marie Curie campaign

Nurses from the end-of-life charity have shared life advice given to them by their patients.

14 Apr 2026