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Amelia Dimoldenberg to End Chicken Shop Date After 12 Years

Amelia Dimoldenberg has announced the end of Chicken Shop Date after 12 years, with final episodes coming soon. The presenter built the web series into a major celebrity interview platform rivalling traditional chat shows.

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Amelia Dimoldenberg wears a blue, halterneck dress with her blonde hair down to her shoulders. Her glamorous look is is contrast with her surroundings - a mocked-up fried chicken takeaway with white, tiled walls and a black cash register on the counter.

Dolly Parton's Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Replaced After Vandalism

Dolly Parton's vandalized Hollywood Walk of Fame star has been replaced and will be unveiled on Friday, 5 September 2026. The Hollywood Historic Trust accelerated repairs following the country legend's death on 25 August 2026, with the new terrazzo star requiring three days to cure before public ...

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A star on the pavement with Dolly Parton's name, and two bunches of red flowers and a photo laid on it

MG Alba chief warns of funding gap as Gaelic services lag Welsh and Irish counterparts

MG Alba chairman John Morrison told MPs that Gaelic media services receive substantially less public funding than Welsh and Irish language broadcasters, with S4C receiving £95m in direct licence fee support compared to MG Alba's zero allocation.

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John Morrison is sitting in a dimly lit room. He is looking into the camera. He is wearing a dark blue suit jacket over a light blue shirt.

Ludlow Food Festival seeks more visitors as costs soar

Ludlow Food Festival warns it cannot continue in its current format unless visitor numbers rise. The 32-year-old event, running 11–13 September at Ludlow Castle, faces mounting costs and economic pressures despite new attractions.

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Crowds of people, some of them seated, with marquees in the distance and a castle behind them

Gloria Steinem, pioneering feminist activist and journalist, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the pioneering feminist activist and journalist who reshaped conversations about gender equality through decades of advocacy, journalism and organising, has died aged 92. She passed away peacefully at her home in New York City on 2 September 2026.

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American feminist and activist Gloria Steinem speaks at a rally outside the United Nations in New York in 1978.

Cast stays silent on Meghan casting rumours at Gentlemen series 2 premiere

Cast members of Netflix's The Gentlemen remained tight-lipped at the series two premiere about reports that the Duchess of Sussex is in talks for a role, with producers declining to confirm or deny the speculation.

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 02: (L to R) Ray Winstone, Theo James, Kaya Scodelario and Guy Ritchie attend the World Premiere of "The Gentlemen" Season Two at Guildhall on September 2, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Dave Benett/WireImage)

King Charles and Macron preview historic Bayeux Tapestry ahead of London exhibition

King Charles and French President Emmanuel Macron preview the Bayeux Tapestry at the British Museum ahead of its public opening on 10 September 2026. The medieval tapestry, depicting the Norman Conquest of 1066, will be displayed until July 2027 in a landmark cultural exchange between the UK and ...

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King Charles and President Macron arriving at the British Museum

Lizzo 'relieved' as judge dismisses remaining harassment lawsuit claims

A federal judge has dismissed the remaining harassment and discrimination claims against Lizzo's touring company, ending a nearly three-year legal battle. The singer expressed relief at the outcome and vowed to continue fighting all allegations.

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Lizzo sits on a white sofa against an orange curtain and faces out to a crowd with a smile. She wears a white shirt with a pinstrip corset style dress and black tie. Her black hair sits on her shoulders.

Historic blacksmith forge reopens at Gretna Green after 150-year absence

Blacksmithing has returned to Gretna Green for the first time in 150 years with the opening of a new working forge. Visitors can watch skilled metalworkers and create their own souvenirs, while couples can forge personalised keepsakes to commemorate their marriages.

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A man with long, red hair tied back leans over an anvil working in detail on metal. Behind him are a brick wall, a set of tools and a black forge.

Readers Share Childhood Food Rules, Tiny Aliens and Tim Curry Memories

Readers share memories of childhood food rules, debate tiny alien theories, recall Tim Curry's audiobook narration, question tennis etiquette, and challenge assumptions about aging.

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Summer picnic spread on blanket with jam sandwiches, fruit and tea.

Edinburgh Fringe closes with 2.8 million tickets sold, marking 8% growth

Edinburgh Festival Fringe concluded with 2.8 million tickets issued, an 8% increase from the previous year. The festival presented 4,232 shows from 77 countries across 306 venues, achieving record single-day attendance and attracting the highest number of accredited journalists in its history.

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Remi Jacques and Jean-Felix Belanger with their faces painted as clowns. They have exaggerated white make-up around their mouth and eyes and are wearing red, round fake noses. Their hair is spiked up and sprayed silver and they are wearing fluffy, white outfits.

Small wins, big joy: 12 readers on life's most satisfying tiny accomplishments

Forget marathons and novels—the deepest satisfaction often comes from small, tangible tasks. Twelve readers share the everyday accomplishments that bring them genuine joy, from organising spices to catching soap in the shower.

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Labeled glass jars filled with various spices and herbs line two kitchen shelves