Features, explainers and long-form stories from across the UK.
At 21, Henry Pollock is already a British and Irish Lion, a viral Instagram sensation, and the subject of a tug-of-war between England and Scotland—yet he’s only started one senior Test match. This piece separates verified facts from speculation, covering his rapid rise, the controversies that have followed, and what’s actually known about his family … Read more
Few TV shows challenged beauty standards quite like Ugly Betty, and even fewer managed to do it while making viewers laugh. The series, which aired on ABC from 2006 to 2010, turned a quirky Colombian telenovela into a beloved American comedy-drama that won a Golden Globe and two Primetime Emmys. This guide walks through why … Read more
It’s not every day that a new face walks into Albert Square and instantly sparks curiosity. When Pierre Moullier was announced as the latest actor to take on the role of Oscar Branning in EastEnders, fans quickly wanted to know more about the newcomer. Full Name: Pierre Joseph Counihan-Moullier · Age: 24 (born 2000) · … Read more
Otis Redding had the kind of voice that made you stop whatever you were doing. Three days after recording what would become his most famous song, he boarded a small plane that never made it to the runway. Died: December 10, 1967 · Age at death: 26 years · Cause of death: Plane crash · … Read more
A man in a tuxedo, a woman in a gown — that was the old rule. Marlene Dietrich broke it, striding on stage in a tuxedo, a cigarette in hand, and a smile that said she owned the room. Few stars have ever blurred the lines between glamour, rebellion, and moral courage so completely. By … Read more
If you’ve watched Viktor Hovland’s smooth swing and wondered who the guy behind the visor really is, you’re not alone. Born on 18 September 1997 in Oslo, Norway, Hovland has become a household name with eight PGA Tour wins and a FedExCup championship, and this article separates the verified facts from the rumors about his … Read more
Anyone who has spent an evening watching British television has likely seen Elizabeth Berrington, even if her name doesn’t immediately come to mind. The Wallasey-born actress has quietly built a career spanning three decades, from her breakthrough role as Ruby Fry in Waterloo Road to a recent turn in the ITV crime drama Ridley. This … Read more
Anyone who’s watched Conan O’Brien over the years has probably wondered at some point: where did this guy actually come from? The answer is more specific than “late-night television.” From a childhood in Brookline, Massachusetts, to a great-grandfather who left a farm in County Limerick in 1871, the documentary trail is surprisingly complete — and … Read more
When a Sunday night favourite like Call the Midwife meets a primetime casualty drama, the actor crossing between them is bound to attract attention. Olly Rix has done exactly that — and with his recent engagement to fellow Casualty star Anna Chell making headlines, curiosity about his personal life and career has jumped. Here’s what … Read more
There’s a particular pull about watching someone you first met on a talent show build a whole life beyond it. Alexandra Burke, who won The X Factor in 2008, has done just that — adding fiancée, mother of two, and soon-to-be bride to her résumé. In September 2024, she announced her engagement to Irish footballer … Read more