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Hollywood Dracula icon died penniless and alone after 20 year drug addiction

Hollywood’s long-proclaimed horror-movie icon, Bela Lugosi, shot to stardom for his unforgettable portrayal of Count Dracula in the 1931 film. His portrayal made a defining impact on the film...

Why Starmer wants No 10 rejig after a year in power

Why Starmer wants No 10 rejig after a year in power18 minutes agoHenry ZeffmanChief Political CorrespondentGetty ImagesMany of the names involved in Sir Keir Starmer's Downing Street shake-up are not...

Rachel Reeves's righthand man given top job in Keir Starmer's mini re-shuffle

Sir Keir Starmer has appointed one of Labour’s rising stars to a new role at the heart of Government, in a shake-up of his Downing Street operation as MPs return from their summer break.Darren...

UK’s most colourful city with ‘street art everywhere you look’

The most colourful city in the UK is full of bright buildings and exciting street art, according to a new study. Berlew Design Studio, which is based in Nottingham, put photos of cities in the UK...

Baby tragically dies of whooping cough as UK vaccine rate plummets

A baby has become the first to die from whooping cough this year – sparking an urgent plea from health bosses for pregnant mothers to get vaccinated. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said the...

World's best-selling gardening expert leaves family £4.7m fortune

The world's best-selling gardening writer, David Hessayon, who died aged 96 in January, left his family a whopping £4.7million fortune. Hessayon was known for his expert guides for green-fingered...

NHS hospitals in England to trial watercress-infused foods for patient wellbeing

Wwatercress is often looked upon as just a food garnish with little other purpose – but it could be the key to the NHS meeting its net-zero targets. The peppery aquatic plant is to be added to food...

Melania Trump humiliated as fake Vanity Fair cover made

America’s First Lady, Melania Trump has found herself the subject of increasing ridicule this week after a fake Vanity Fair mock-up featuring her as the cover star began to circulate on social...

Spain and Portugal wildfires drive worst EU season on record

Spain and Portugal wildfires drive worst EU season on record2 days agoElizabeth DawsonBBC News andErwan RivaultData Designer, BBC VerifyCopernicusA record one million hectares - equivalent to about...

Asylum seekers to stay at Epping hotel after government wins appeal

Asylum seekers to stay at Epping hotel after government wins appeal46 minutes agoLewis AdamsBBC News, EssexPA MediaA temporary injunction that blocked asylum seekers being housed at an Essex hotel...

Netflix heartthrob new favourite to be James Bond after huge success

Since Daniel Craig's final appearance as James Bond in 2021, speculation on who will replace him has reached fever pitch. Earlier this year, Amazon announced a surprise deal to acquire the film...

Mourinho leaves Fenerbahce after CL exit

Paul BattisonBBC Sport Journalist11 minutes agoJose Mourinho has left his role as Fenerbahce boss after just over a year in charge.The Portuguese's departure comes two days after the club were...

Urgent warning issued as new risk 'can choke a dog in seconds'

As summer draws to a close and August transitions into autumn over the coming days, the first conkers are beginning to fall - and experts are issuing stark warnings that they could pose fatal risks...

Children offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS

Children offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS3 hours agoMichelle RobertsDigital health editor, BBC NewsSarah (Mia's mum)All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine...

The gorgeous European country that's just ranked top in 'world's safest' list

A beautiful country has been named the safest in the world for 18 years in a row. Iceland has topped the Institute for Economics and Peace’s (IEP) Global Peace Index ranking for 18 years in a...