Entertainment
Lunar New Year Taboos: Why Washing Hair and Sweeping Bring Bad Luck
As the Year of the Fire Horse arrives, Chinese traditions warn against washing hair, sweeping, and arguing on the first day to avoid losing fortune and prosperity throughout the year.
Sports
John Higgins' Candid Snooker Admission Ahead of Robertson Clash
John Higgins opens up about snooker 'taking your soul' as he prepares to face Neil Robertson in the 2026 Players Championship first round, reflecting on past heartbreak.
Politics
Chadwick Boseman's Play 'Deep Azure' Makes UK Debut, Brothers Share Legacy
Chadwick Boseman's 2005 play 'Deep Azure', inspired by police brutality, premieres in the UK at Shakespeare's Globe. His brothers discuss his legacy and the play's relevance.
Crime
Gisele Pelicot to Confront Rapist Husband in Prison with Final Question
Rape survivor Gisele Pelicot, 73, plans to visit her ex-husband in prison to ask him directly if he ever felt pity for her during years of abuse. She was hailed as 'the world's bravest woman' for waiving anonymity.
Health
Weather
Ireland Flood Warning: Heavy Rain Targets Seven Counties
Met Eireann issues yellow rain warnings for seven counties, with saturated ground and high rivers raising flood risks. Additional wind and ice advisories extend across Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Nairobi Airport Strike Halts Flights, Strands Passengers
A strike by airport workers at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has caused major flight delays, leaving thousands stranded as they demand better pay and conditions.
Drunk Passenger Forces Ryanair Flight to Reverse on Runway
A Ryanair flight from Madrid to Ibiza was forced to reverse on the runway after a drunk passenger caused onboard chaos, delaying the flight by two hours and requiring police intervention.
Met Office Predicts Snow for Southern UK This Week
The Met Office forecasts snow in southern UK regions this week, with cold, frosty conditions and potential hill snow. BBC Weather also warns of heavy rain and sleet.
Fresh Snow and Ice Warnings Issued Across UK
The Met Office has issued further yellow warnings for snow and ice across much of the UK, effective from Monday afternoon until Tuesday morning, with flood alerts also in place.
Monday Sports Challenge: Football, Cricket & Rugby Questions
Start your week with our Monday sports quiz featuring 100 questions about British football, cricket, and rugby. How well do you know these popular UK sports?