Richard Curtis has admitted that there are parts of his 2003 Christmas classic Love Actually that make him feel 'a bit stupid', including the lack of diversity.
Wednesday 30 November 2022
Richard Curtis says Love Actually's 'lack of diversity' makes him feel 'a bit stupid'
Richard Curtis has admitted that there are parts of his 2003 Christmas classic Love Actually that make him feel 'a bit stupid', including the lack of diversity.
Amelia Earhart mystery deepens as hidden text found on panel thought to be from her plane
It is hoped that the characters - "D24", "335" or "385", "XRO", "3" and "D" - will allow experts to determine conclusively whether or not the aluminium panel, found washed up on a remote Pacific island, did indeed come from the vanished aircraft.
UK's nuclear dreams face obstacle as Hinkley Point C plant at risk of 11-year delay
A contract change has indicated that the plant's completion date could be pushed back to as late as 2036, according to reports.
When the cell door slammed shut, all I had were books
Alex Wheatle can still remember the "jangling of keys" as the heavy door slammed closed behind him.
Confessions of a Football Manager: I tanked club's finances after falling out with owner
Football Manager addicts admit to bankrupting clubs, signing players for comedic purposes, and giving star players ludicrously low releases clauses with the next job in mind.
Tuesday 29 November 2022
Sugababes announce one-off show: Get your Sugababes tickets early
The iconic pop band are back and will be filling a prestigious London venue for one night only. Act fast if you want to get involved.
George Harrison's final gift to Paul McCartney helped him deal with his death
The Beatles stars had a powerful connection that continued after George Harrison's death.
Scientists who found Covid-19 drugs to trial life-saving flu treatments as cases increase
The adaptive trial, which launched yesterday, is based on a similar programme run during the pandemic to develop treatments for patients with severe COVID-19.
Fontaines DC review: The Boys from the Better Land show how it’s done
In a review of the musical winners of 2022 Fontaines DC are surely in the running to come top.
Monday 28 November 2022
National Grid poised to trigger emergency blackout plan for tomorrow in hours
A decision on whether or not to launch the plan - which will see members of the public paid to reduce their energy use at peak times - is expected within hours.
Forbidden Forest Festival tickets: Here's how to get Forbidden Forest tickets early
Forbidden Forest Festival just announced its line-up, and presale tickets go on sale in a matter of hours - you can secure yours for just £10.
Dirty Dancing 2 update: Jennifer Grey announces familiar faces returning for sequel
The Dirty Dancing star has confirmed what the film is going to focus on, over ten years after the death of Patrick Swayze.
Rod Stewart shows London’s O2 Arena he is still Forever Young
After a stirring bagpipe introduction of Scotland The Brave, Rod Stewart opens his set with a slick cover of Robert Palmer's Addicted To Love, as thousands of women swoon in the grand O2 Arena on Friday night.
Archaeologists find evidence of ancient Neanderthal hunter in the English Channel
Archaeologists scoured the seafloor of a reef off the coast of Jersey that is only exposed for a few precious hours a day when seasonal tides are the longest and lowest.
Next James Bond bosses 'loved Marvel star's secret audition' – 'New frontrunner'
The British action hero is one of the new candidates to become James Bond after starring in a movie opposite Brad Pitt.
Sunday 27 November 2022
Brexit Britain eyes EV revolution with new 'strategic asset' to end reliance on China
As the cost of critical minerals increases around the world, a battery recycling site will help significantly cut the costs of making an electric car.
Glitz and glamour of André Rieu's tour de force
The last time we heard from André Rieu, the world was in lockdown and the most successful violinist of all time was in his kitchen baking cakes.
Putin's energy blackmail plot could kill 150,000 Europeans as bills soar this winter
Russia's weaponisation of energy supplies could kill more Europeans this winter than their aggression in Ukraine.
PS Plus December 2022 free PS4 and PS5 games: Sifu, Star Wars, Assassin's Creed Valhalla?
Sony is just a few days away from revealing the PlayStation Plus free games for December 2022, and fans believe Assassin's Creed Valhalla might make an appearance.
Britain's energy lifeline dealt blow as red tape delays two sites to power a million homes
The Government is only set to take a decision on the two projects by 2024, meaning they won't go online until the end of the decade.
Wordle 526 hints for November 27: Need help with Wordle today? Clues to help find answer
Wordle challenges players to figure out a five letter word in just six guesses. It's harder than it sounds!
John Deacon ‘severely traumatised’ by Freddie Mercury’s death ‘I can never do this again’
Following Freddie Mercury's death 31 years ago this week, John Deacon was left feeling "so desperately uncomfortable" performing without the singer. The bassist was unhappy, chain-smoking and extremely nervous during his last Queen performance.
Saturday 26 November 2022
Elvis Presley baby brother describes King's kindness growing up 'He taught me everything'
Elvis' little step-brother David Stanley described his incredible Graceland childhood and why the rock and roll icon was so much more than just a world-famous, wealthy star: "He became like a father to me."
Doctor Zhivago star Omar Sharif paid staggeringly small amount – Ripped off by Hollywood
Egyptian star Omar Sharif was an international heartthrob but died almost penniless despite starring in some of the biggest films of the 1960s.
Simon Callow says Rupert the Bear helped him read as he backs Express books campaign
Simon Callow can remember vividly the day, aged six, he learned how to read. It's a day that changed his life forever. "I actually started quite late," admits the award-winning actor and director, best-known for roles in Four Weddings and a Funeral, Amadeus and Shakespeare in Love.
Heat pump warning as EDF urges Brits to make crucial change before replacing boiler
The UK has been lagging behind many other European countries when it comes to heat pump installations.
OVO Energy urges Britons to make 'essential' boiler change to slash bills this winter
A new survey found that 68 percent of Britons put off maintenance repair of their boilers.
Elvis: The food King banned from Graceland and same meal he ate every day for six months
Elvis Presley had some really eccentric eating habits, including ordering "gobs and gobs of burgers".
Friday 25 November 2022
Wilderness Festival announces headliners: Here's where to get tickets
The Wilderness Festival's first batch of artists has been released, and tickets are on sale now - but act fast.
Backbone One PlayStation Edition gets huge price cut - and here's how to get extra £15 off
Black Friday bargain hunters can get up to £40 off the price of the Backbone One PlayStation and Xbox controllers.
'Outrageous': Brussels sparks fury as it blocks export of nuclear defence tech to UK
The UK needs a so-called specialised isostatic press to maintain its nuclear arsenal, which includes the Trident II D5, the Royal Navy's ballistic missile system with a range of over 4,000 nautical miles
Black Friday not the only reason you should hurry and buy a Nintendo Switch
There are two major reasons why now is the best time to pick up a Nintendo Switch console.
Thursday 24 November 2022
Freddie Mercury final act gave him peace so he could 'let go'
Freddie Mercury's final act of supreme courage remembered by the friend who was by his side: "I have never seen him so relaxed."
Johnny Depp Pirates of the Caribbean 'comeback' update spells bad news for Disney fans
Johnny Depp fans are not quite sure who to believe at the moment, while they are left in the dark about the Pirates of the Caribbean series.
COVID-19 lab leak theory blown wide open as email chain between scientists exposed
While the dominant narrative is that Covid originated from a natural zoonotic spill over, many experts have previously said that it is "reasonable" to believe that the virus may have come from a Chinese lab.
Boardmasters 2023 headliners announced: Here's when Liam Gallagher tickets come out
Boardmasters 2023 announced Liam Gallagher and Florence + The Machine as its headliners. Tickets are on sale today.
China gripped by worst Covid outbreak ever as record number of cases sweep through nation
China has a tough range of restrictions in place to limit the spread of the virus, but they are appearing to do little to control the disease.
Wordle 523 HINTS for November 24: Struggling with Wordle today? Clues to help find answer
As we close in on the weekend, Wordle fans can check out yet another testing teaser for November 24.
Wednesday 23 November 2022
Rare Apollo 11 photograph of Neil Armstrong on the Moon goes on auction
The picture is the only direct, full-body, still photograph taken of Neil Armstrong during the ground-breaking moonwalk - and was mislabelled for some two decades as Buzz Aldrin until two British researchers uncovered the truth.
Lady Antonia Fraser launches the Daily Express Christmas fundraising campaign
In 2011, Lady Antonia agreed to become patron of a new charity called Give A Book which launched in the same year and is partnering the Daily Express for our 2022 Christmas charity campaign.
'I'm not doing this!' The Queen song Freddie Mercury shut down 'It got messy'
Brian May confessed how Freddie Mercury "put his foot down" to have the famous track taken off the album, admitting Queen were "all very frustrated".
Paul McCartney played beautiful Beatles song at wife's funeral
The singer brought out a track that had great meaning to him and his band after saying some beautiful words about his wife.
Elvis Presley tops The Beatles and Michael Jackson in incredible new achievement
Elvis Presley beat MJ and Beatles legends John Lennon and George Harrison from beyond the grave.
Diversity tickets are out now: Here's where to get tickets for Diversity's new dates
The iconic dance group have just announced a new collection of dates around the country for the Supernova tour, and tickets are on sale now.
Your energy could soon come from space as ESA mulls plan for solar farms in orbit
Space-based solar power, experts said, could help complement ground-based renewables and provide an alternative to both fossil fuels and nuclear power.
Tuesday 22 November 2022
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria detected in UK rivers poses a huge health risk
Bacteria can evolve to become resistant to the drugs designed to kill them, which poses a significant threat to public health.
