Zoe Ball: 'I would love to host Strictly Come Dancing'
BBC star Zoe Ball reveals her ambition to host Strictly Come Dancing following Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's departure. Read the latest on the presenter hunt.
BBC star Zoe Ball reveals her ambition to host Strictly Come Dancing following Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's departure. Read the latest on the presenter hunt.
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Sky announces an 8-part TV remake of The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. We speculate on who could play the iconic Lisbeth Salander, from Emma Corrin to a Noomi Rapace return.
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All the details for the FA Cup fourth round draw, including start time, ball numbers, and how to watch live on TV and stream for free in the UK.
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Emmerdale actress Amy Walsh and EastEnders star husband Toby-Alexander Smith have announced they're expecting a baby girl in 2026. See their sweet gender reveal and co-star reactions.
British Museum staff raise concerns over a proposed 'red, white and blue' themed ball, citing links to far-right flag campaigns. Discover the internal debate.
An exclusive look at the Shane Warne 'Treasures of a Legend' exhibition at the MCG's Australian Sports Museum, featuring the Ball of the Century and intimate career artefacts. Discover the legend's personal collection.
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Author Gish Jen's new novel, 'Bad Bad Girl', is a fictionalised exploration of her troubled relationship with her Chinese mother and the historical forces that shaped their lives. A poignant search for understanding.
Singer Jessie J opens up about the guilt of delaying her breast cancer surgery to perform for 80,000 fans at the Capital Summertime Ball. Read her powerful interview on changing the cancer narrative.
New court documents detail NSW police allegations against the Bondi attackers, including an undetonated 'tennis ball bomb' and an Islamic State-inspired video manifesto. Read the full report.
Oscar-winning actress Kate Winslet opens up about cruel body shaming from teachers and peers in her youth, which led to unhealthy eating habits. Read her powerful story of resilience.
Lily Allen opens up about her daughters' ongoing relationship with ex-husband David Harbour and reflects on the pain of her marriages in a candid new interview. Read the full story.
Kent Police launch urgent appeal to find Evie-May Dixon, 13, missing from Rainham since Friday. She has links to Gillingham and Chatham. Call 999 if seen.
Zoe Ball sidestepped questions about her future as a 10-strong Strictly Come Dancing presenter shortlist is revealed. Could she replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman?
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have announced their departure from Strictly Come Dancing after 21 years. Find out who the bookies' favourite is to take over the iconic BBC show.
The lost 1985 Christmas special of The Cannon and Ball Show is set to air on That's TV for the first time in four decades, bringing festive cheer and classic comedy back to UK screens.
Chris Woodgate from Leicester wins a £120,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith and £45,000 in cash in a BOTB competition after playing for a decade. He now faces a life-changing choice.
First Dog on the Moon recounts the painful moment a cricket ball smashed into their face, blending humour with a stark lesson in physics and safety. Read the full story.
Virginia Roberts Giuffre's explosive posthumous memoir, 'Nobody's Girl', has sold over a million copies worldwide, intensifying scrutiny on Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein's case. Read the full story.
The controversial teen drama Gossip Girl, once blasted as 'mind-blowingly inappropriate', will be free to stream on ITVX from January 2026. Discover the show's legacy and cult following.
Lady Gaga brought her chaotic 'Mayhem Ball' tour to Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, delivering a two-hour spectacle of avant-garde fashion, theatrical performance, and pop anthems. Read our full review.