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Gary Oldman's Oscar-winning portrayal of Winston Churchill in 'Darkest Hour' airs on BBC One this Sunday at 8pm, with the 2017 war drama widely praised as one of the greatest of its kind. The film, directed by Joe Wright, chronicles Churchill's first weeks as Prime Minister during the May 1940 war cabinet crisis.
With no winner in Wednesday's Powerball drawing, the jackpot has grown to an estimated $68 million for Saturday, Aug. 22, with a $29.2 million cash option. The prize is rebuilding after an Illinois player claimed $1.04 billion on Aug. 12, and for the first time UK players can participate.
Bareknuckle boxing returns to Newcastle as Mick Terrill headlines BKB 60 against Kamil Sokolowski at the Utilita Arena on October 10. Terrill, a former BKB heavyweight champion, aims for a knockout and a shot at the title, while Sokolowski seeks to upset the hometown favorite.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly preparing to relocate to Britain with their children, as the Duchess is linked to a possible acting role in a third season of Guy Ritchie's Netflix series The Gentlemen. Royal expert Hugo Vickers says Meghan will likely 'call the shots' in any such role, while anonymous sources describe her plans to win back the British public.
Morrisons has launched an 'unbeatable prices' commitment covering more than 500 weekly essentials, promising not to be beaten by its five biggest rivals. The move, seen as a response to slipping market share, comes as the grocer also cut the price of butter, climbing to third in a weekly price comparison.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, speaking at The Economic Times World Leaders Forum, urged closer coordination among India, the United States and the United Kingdom to end the Iran conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He described the US involvement as a mistake, recalled historical India-Russia ties via a conversation with Queen Elizabeth II, and pressed for greater pressure on Moscow over Ukraine while praising India's leadership and democratic trajectory.
Russell Brand is scheduled to appear as a headliner at the Shelter Island Conference in New York from August 26-28, while facing seven sexual offence charges in the UK. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges, with a trial set to begin in October.
Jane Coates, mother of Lucy Harrison, will travel to Texas to urge prosecutors to reopen the investigation into her daughter's death. The UK coroner ruled the death unlawful killing, but a US grand jury found insufficient evidence for charges.
The UN Security Council will hold a meeting on August 24, Ukraine's Independence Day, to address Russia's war against Ukraine. The session, initiated by five European nations and chaired by Denmark's foreign minister, follows a UN report of a 37% increase in civilian casualties in the first half of 2026.
Jude Hazard, a 15-year-old from Sunderland, has been diagnosed with an extremely rare vascular cancer. His family is seeking treatment abroad as donations surpass £72,000, with a cousin planning a three-peaks challenge.
Telangana’s delegation in London met with Cambridge and University of London academics, with the latter planning a Hyderabad campus. Liverpool City Development and the football club also explored a partnership, while the CM visited Ambedkar House and called it an 'inspiration for a lifetime'.
Liam Gallagher has urged his brother Noel to announce Oasis' next tour, saying fans are 'losing our minds'. He also ruled out a Glastonbury 2027 headline slot with an expletive-laden response to fan speculation.
Newcastle United are in the final stages of signing Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez as a replacement for Bruno Guimaraes, with reports of a verbal agreement around £50m. Meanwhile, Joe Willock's situation remains fluid, with Besiktas pushing for a deal and head coach Matthias Jaissle open to keeping him. The club also reportedly missed out on Leon Goretzka, who joined Aston Villa.
The Voice UK returned for its 14th series with new coach Kelly Rowland, but viewers were quick to complain about the show's opening, which omitted the traditional coaches' group performance. Some also voiced frustration over the number of adverts interrupting the show.
AJ Bell has issued a warning over common mistakes made by people using Self-Invested Personal Pensions, while tax experts highlight a looming HMRC deadline for households with substantial non-ISA savings. The advice covers pension allowance rules, tax-free withdrawals, and self-assessment filing requirements.
Court documents reveal that Andrew Tate’s two Bugattis and Aston Martin were rented, not owned, as his legal battles intensify. The Tates face extradition to the UK on dozens of charges, including rape and trafficking, while a recent Russia video has drawn scrutiny.
TV Licensing outlines seven situations in which UK households may claim a refund on their TV licence, with refunds typically calculated in complete months. The list covers everything from unused equipment after moving to errors made when purchasing the licence. Eligible households could claim back up to the full £180 annual colour licence fee.
TV Licensing lists seven scenarios where households can claim a partial or full refund on their TV licence, potentially up to £180. From unused equipment to moving to an address covered by another licence, the rules cover a range of circumstances. Refunds are calculated in complete months and some can be backdated to April 2000.
TV Licensing sets out seven situations in which households may claim a refund on their BBC TV licence, which costs £180 a year for colour. Discounts are available for certain groups, including blind viewers and those receiving Pension Credit.
Tadej Pogačar edged Ethan Hayter by 0.09 seconds to win the Vuelta a España's opening time trial in Monaco, taking the red jersey. On stage 2, Britain's Matthew Brennan sprinted to victory while Pogačar retained the overall lead.