David Walliams has been removed as an ambassador for The Children's Trust following a review. The move comes after his publisher HarperCollins dropped him over allegations of inappropriate behaviour.
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
Discover Fordwich, Britain's tiniest town, where a 1585 wassailing ritual comes alive on Twelfth Night. Explore its history, Michelin-starred pub, and wildlife for a perfect festive day trip from the capital.
Chloe Madeley reveals the awkward consequences of her father Richard Madeley's decades-long commando habit. The pair discussed the incidents on Romesh Ranganathan's podcast.
HarperCollins UK has severed ties with children's author David Walliams following allegations of inappropriate behaviour. Walliams strongly denies the claims. Read the full story.
HarperCollins has ended its publishing deal with David Walliams following allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards female staff. The children's author had sold £100m worth of books for the firm.
A circle of human skulls from a Bronze Age settlement in Cambridgeshire may have been a ritual defence against rising waters. Discover the story of Must Farm and our age-old battle with floods.
A 70% surge in rural protests across China reveals a crisis of returning migrant workers and local government debt, sparking clashes over land and livelihoods. Explore the deepening social fissures.
Hollywood star Timothée Chalamet has called Susan Boyle one of the greatest Britons ever. We investigate if his admiration is genuine or just another layer of his enigmatic public persona.
ITV presenter Sally Biddulph has bid farewell to Good Morning Britain after 17 years, marking a poignant end of an era for the morning news show.
Advanced DNA sequencing reveals the true origins of Beachy Head Woman, a Roman-era skeleton once thought to be Britain's earliest known black Briton. Discover the full story of the 'local girl from Eastbourne'.
The closure of Winstone Pulp's mills in Ruapehu, New Zealand, has led to over 230 job losses, forcing families to move and raising fears of a 'hollowing out' of rural regions. Read the full story.
A natural disaster has been declared in parts of NSW as bushfires destroy homes. Over 300 firefighters battle blazes. Get the latest updates and safety information.
Elton & Orston station in Nottinghamshire recorded only 68 passengers last year. Discover the story behind Britain's quietest rail halt and how it contrasts with London's chaos.
A Labour MP's viral TikTok uses biscuits to illustrate the UK's debt crisis and economic stagnation. Discover his novel approach to political storytelling.
Martin Kemp reignites Spandau Ballet feud with a dig at Tony Hadley on Good Morning Britain. Get the full story on the band's long-running rift and latest drama.
Rightmove's 2025 Happy at Home Index reveals Skipton, North Yorkshire, as the UK's happiest place. Discover the top 10 and why rural living boosts wellbeing.
Morrisons introduces 'Talking Tills' for slower, chat-friendly checkouts from Dec 4-7, supporting Good Morning Britain's anti-loneliness campaign. Learn how the initiative works.
A 19-year-old's late-night sighting sparks a hunt for a red-necked wallaby in Oxhill, revealing the surprising story of Britain's growing population of escaped marsupials.
Kate Garraway has spoken for the first time about the possibility of finding love again following the tragic death of her husband, Derek Draper, in January 2024.
Great Britain mourns Imran Sherwani, the hockey legend who scored twice in the 1988 Olympic final. His family continues raising Alzheimer's awareness. Read his incredible story.
Tate Britain's new exhibition pits JMW Turner against John Constable, revealing how both artists radically transformed British landscape painting. Discover their enduring relevance today.
Explore how the fierce rivalry between JMW Turner and John Constable drove their artistic genius. Discover if competition truly enhances creativity in art history.
UK farmers protest potential mansion tax on working farms after inheritance tax relief removal. Read how rural businesses face a £2m property charge.
Discover Britain's most enchanting winter retreats from snowy Peak District walks to cosy Highland castles. Readers share their favourite rural escapes for the perfect seasonal getaway.
In Argentina's arid north, families like the Bustamantes drink water with arsenic 60 times safe limits, causing bone pain and cancer. Discover the human cost of this public health emergency.
Archaeologists prove Durrington pit circle was created by humans using novel scientific techniques. Discover how this massive prehistoric structure reveals Neolithic cosmology.
As France reinstates national service, questions emerge about whether Britain could follow suit amid growing Russian threats. Explore the debate around conscription revival.
New South Wales confronts its most severe bushfire conditions in over two years, prompting widespread school closures and total fire bans. Stay informed about emergency updates.
Protests erupt in China's Guizhou province over a controversial cremation directive, highlighting a 70% surge in rural unrest. Explore the clash between policy and tradition.