Rochdale Honours 2026: Local Heroes Recognised
Rochdale celebrates its New Year Honours recipients, including Lioness Keira Walsh MBE, and looks ahead to long-term investment in the town's future. Discover the stories behind the awards.
Rochdale celebrates its New Year Honours recipients, including Lioness Keira Walsh MBE, and looks ahead to long-term investment in the town's future. Discover the stories behind the awards.
David Walsh pleads not guilty to murdering carer Irene Mbugua, a mother-of-four, in Winson Green. Trial set for February. Read the latest court updates.
Mair Wilson, a Powys foster carer for 18 years, receives an MBE. She and her husband have cared for 13 long-term children. Discover how to become a foster carer in Powys.
Dr Tanya Moore, Essex County Council's Principal Social Worker for Adult Social Care, receives an MBE for services to UK social work. Discover her three-decade career impact.
Consultant Oncoplastic Surgeon Eleri Davies receives an MBE in the 2026 New Year Honours for her dedicated work in breast cancer care and regional risk reduction services in Wales.
As King Charles's 2026 Honours list is revealed, we explore the famous figures who declined MBEs, OBEs, and knighthoods, and their powerful reasons why.
Kerry Davis, the first Black woman to play for England, receives an MBE for services to football and diversity. Discover her legacy and other Staffordshire honourees.
Colin Farrell recalls his 'terrible' Boyzone audition where he sang George Michael. The Hollywood star's sliding doors moment, thanks to Louis Walsh. Read the full story.
Netflix UK adds the classic Keira Knightley period romance Pride & Prejudice (2005) just in time for festive viewing. Discover why fans call it a timeless masterpiece.
Simon Cowell speaks out on X Factor legal action, his evolving views on duty of care after Liam Payne's death, and his relationship with Louis Walsh in a candid new podcast interview.
Love Island's Georgia Harrison reveals her 'surreal' MBE ceremony at Windsor Castle, where a curtsy gone wrong made Prince William laugh. Discover her advocacy work.
Glasgow veteran Terry McCourt, who has raised nearly £120,000 for SSAFA, receives a Regional Recognition Award ahead of his MBE. Discover how he supports the Armed Forces community.
Angela Scanlon addresses Strictly Come Dancing host rumours, confirming she'd 'take the call'. Bradley Walsh emerges as a frontrunner after surprise studio visit. Full story on the BBC's search.
A former Chelsea FC assistant treasury manager has pleaded guilty to defrauding the Premier League club of over £200,000. Claire Walsh will be sentenced at crown court.
The Chase's Bradley Walsh fuels speculation he'll replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman on Strictly Come Dancing after a surprise visit to the BBC studio. Read the latest rumours.
Distinguished business leader Clare Hayward MBE DL becomes the new President of East Cheshire Hospice, pledging to support its vital community care and fundraising mission.
I'm A Celebrity star Seann Walsh cancels comedy gigs due to sudden illness, casting doubt on his planned return to ITV's spin-off show. Get the latest updates.
Former Lioness Alex Scott swaps the football pitch for the jungle in I'm a Celeb 2025. Discover her MBE honour, media career, and relationship with Jess Glynne.
Eight Merseyside voluntary organisations have received The King's Award for Voluntary Service, the highest honour for volunteer groups. Discover the inspiring winners and learn how to nominate for 2026.
Keira Knightley and Joe Wilkinson star in Waitrose's 2025 Christmas advert, a romantic mini-film inspired by Love Actually. Watch the heartwarming story unfold.
Waitrose launches its romantic Christmas 2025 advert featuring Keira Knightley and Joe Wilkinson in a festive rom-com about food and love. Watch the full film now!
ITV reveals the 2025 I'm A Celebrity cast including Alex Scott and Aitch. The jungle adventure begins Sunday, 16 November. Don't miss the new first-look clips!