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Culture reporter Emma Saunders brings a refreshing take on Jane Austen’s classic novel “Emma” in a new adaptation at London’s Rose Theatre. Unlike the traditional Regency England setting, this modern twist follows Emma Woodhouse as she navigates the complexities of online dating and meddling in her friends’ love lives after returning home from university. Playwright… Continue reading Dating apps, booze and clubbing – Jane Austen's Emma comes into the 21st Century

e about three hours each way, as public transport connections between Liverpool and Manchester aren’t as direct as she’d like. “I’m very lucky to have parents who are more than willing to let me move back in for the year rent-free,” she says. “Otherwise, I don’t think I would have been able to afford to… Continue reading My student loan doesn't cover my bills – so I wear my work uniform to lectures

Sir Keir Starmer has made headlines with his plan to announce the UK’s recognition of a Palestinian state, grabbing the attention of various Sunday papers. The Observer leads with a powerful image of a bombed out apartment building in Gaza City, shedding light on the harsh reality faced by its residents who are now left… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'The actual state of Palestine' and 'Fergie's apology'

RAF jets recently participated in a Nato air defence mission over Poland in response to Russian drone incursions into Polish airspace. The Ministry of Defence confirmed that RAF Typhoon jets were sent to bolster Nato’s eastern flank following escalating tensions due to repeated Russian violations of Nato members’ airspace. A drone was detected over Romania,… Continue reading RAF flies first air defence mission over Poland after Russian drone incursion

Wales is facing a potentially paradigm-shifting political landscape as Labour’s long-standing dominance is threatened by Plaid Cymru and Reform, according to recent opinion polls. Former Welsh government minister Mick Antoniw described the latest Senedd opinion poll as a “wake-up call” for Labour in both Wales and Westminster. With support for Labour at a record low… Continue reading Latest Senedd poll a Labour 'wake-up call', says ex-minister

dia Models lined up backstage in Control Room A at Battersea Power Station Mouth-watering fashion It wasn’t just the designs that were eye-popping at London Fashion Week – some garments themselves had an especially tasty twist. Dame Prue Leith wore a dress made from a vintage RAF parachute by Irish designer Paul Costello. The Great… Continue reading Dame Prue's parachute dress and Romeo Beckham's runway debut – London Fashion week

A veteran nurse at Antrim Area Hospital, Emeria Doherty, has expressed her relief at wearing a body camera while on duty. With over 25 years of experience, Doherty highlighted the alarming increase in violence and aggression towards healthcare workers, making her feel safer with the added security of the body camera. She emphasized the severity… Continue reading Antrim Area Hospital health workers to trial body-worn cameras

Liverpool FC announced the passing of former manager Matt Beard at the age of 47. Beard, who led the team to consecutive WSL titles in 2013 and 2014, returned for a second stint in 2021 but was dismissed in February of the same year. The club praised Beard as an incredibly dedicated and successful manager… Continue reading Matt Beard: Former Liverpool women manager dies aged 47

The 21st season of Strictly Come Dancing has kicked off with the announcement of new celebrity-dancer pairings. The lineup includes familiar faces like Apprentice star Thomas Skinner, paired with professional Amy Dowden who missed the 2023 season due to a cancer diagnosis. Other notable pairings include Reality TV star Vicky Pattison with Kai Widdrington, actress… Continue reading Curtain rises on Strictly 2025 as new couples revealed

Political correspondent Harry Farley, along with Jessica Rawnsley, reported that Sir Keir Starmer is poised to make an announcement regarding the UK’s recognition of a Palestinian state on Sunday afternoon. This decision comes in light of Israel’s failure to meet certain conditions set by the UK government back in July, which included a ceasefire in… Continue reading Starmer set to announce UK recognition of Palestinian state