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Happy Valley Fans Have Reason To Celebrate As Hit Drama’s Return Is Finally Confirmed

News

Video Captures Untreated Sewage Streaming Into UK Harbour For More Than 40 Hours Straight

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

‘Blackfishing’ Is More Than A Fake Tan and Curly Hair. Here’s Why

It's not just the behaviour Black women take issue with – for some, it's the word itself.

Henrie Kwushue: ‘Rah, I Love Being Black. That Is Black Joy’

The 26-year-old south Londoner is radio's rising star – and she's not finished yet.

George The Poet: ‘We Need To Free Ourselves From Our History And Know We’re Blessed’

The spoken-word artist talks inspiration, Black joy, and his latest project, 'The Outsiders?'

Pride Has More Than One Meaning For Me. How About You?

I would be nothing without the community that made me, shaped my Black Britishness, and gave me wings.

Nabilla Doma

LIFE

12 Ways To Sneak In Mental Health Breaks Throughout Your Day

Barely have time for yourself, let alone self-care? Try these quick ways to help reduce stress.

19 Christmas Gifts For The Home We’d Totally Buy For Ourselves

Levitating moon lamp or mini-waffle maker? Um, yes please.

Where Does All Our Plastic Recycling Actually Go?

The PM claims plastic recycling isn't worth it – so here's breakdown of what the UK actually does with all of our discarded materials.

The Queen Is Back At Work Following Her Health Scare

The queen made her first scheduled appearance since last week's overnight hospital stay.

Try This Cadbury Dairy Milk Fingers Cake Decorating Challenge With The Kids

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This Challenge Is Finger Painting Fun For The Whole Family

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Watch: Cadbury Dairy Milk Fingers-Inspired Family Footy Fun Challenge

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STRICTLY 2021

Jimi Mistry: ‘The Strictly Band Played At Our Wedding As Flavia And I Did Our First Dance’

The 2010 contestant reflects on his ‘Sliding Doors’ moment, and why he doesn’t believe in the ‘Strictly Curse’.

Strictly's Halloween Special Is Back This Saturday And This Is What You Can Expect

Fans are in for a frightfully good show 👻

Strictly's Judi Love Says It's Been 'A Rough Couple Of Days' In Covid Recovery Update

“I mean ’rona has got you coughing so hard, you’re begging for a sponsorship from Tena Ladies."

Strictly's Giovanni Denies ‘Wrongdoing’ After Reported Split From Maura Higgins

The professional dancer called for an end to ‘speculation’ about his love life.

THE LATEST ON COVID

So, When Will I Get Called Up For My Booster Jab?

NHS England is ramping up its Covid booster programme – here are the people being prioritised for vaccines.

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Politics

Sajid Javid Claims It Will Be A 'Normal Christmas' If We All 'Play Our Part'

“What we do know about this virus is the best thing we can do to protect ourselves is to get vaccinated," he said.

Will Covid Ever End?

Specialists explain if we should expect to see soaring infections and lockdown debates every autumn.

6 Sneaky Signs You're Experiencing Ongoing Trauma From The Pandemic

Covid has caused prolonged stress. Here's how it may be showing up in your life right now.

Julia Ries

Should We All Still Be Wearing Face Masks – And, If So, Where?

Here's the government advice on face masks – and what the experts recommend (spot the difference).

The Pandemic Delay On Rape Cases Could Take Decades To Fix

Rape victims are waiting more than a year for cases to go to trial, making prosecution targets a 'pipe-dream'.

Faima Bakar

Politics

Care Homes Risk Being Hit By 'Tsunami' Caused By Workforce Exodus

The Care Quality Commission warns "exhausted and depleted" social care staff are leaving for tourism and hospitality roles.

Sophia Sleigh

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Graeme Demianyk

News

UK Covid Infections Top 50,000 A Day For First Time Since Lockdown

Highest number of reported cases since July 17.

Graeme Demianyk

Is It Really Time For Covid Plan B? Here's What 5 Specialists Say

The government has been accused of ignoring Covid advice – here's what the experts are saying.