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D-Day hero who stormed Normandy beaches and survived being shot three times dies aged 101

A British war veteran who survived the D-Day landings, as well as being shot three times in the line of duty, has died aged 101. Cecil Newton, from the village of Aldbourne in Wiltshire, served in...

How to live longer: Britain’s oldest woman shares one key secret to longevity

At 115 years old, Ethel Caterham from Surrey has lived through an astonishing six monarchs and 27 prime ministers, marking her the oldest human in the world.Born on August 21, 1909, in Shipton...

British woman, 115, becomes world's oldest person

British woman, 115, becomes world's oldest person20 minutes agoStuart MaisnerBBC News, South EastHallmark Care HomesA woman from the UK has become the oldest person in the world, at the age of 115...

British woman, 115, becomes world's oldest person after death of nun blessed by Pope

A 115-year-old British woman who was born just eight years after the death of Queen Victoria has been crowned the world's oldest person. Supercentenarian Ethel Caterham was born in 1909 and is...

Your guide to four days of VE Day 80 celebrations - from flypasts to street parties

Londoners jubilant as they celebrated VE Day in 1945 (Image: Getty)Millions across the UK will come together next week to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. Four days of...

The 11 vintage baby names that may make a stylish comeback in 2025

Picking a baby name can feel like a huge deal.Do you pick a classy name, name your baby after a loved one, or go out there and pick a name that nobody will expect?Well, to help you choose, it turns...

'I hope I've done her proud': Fathers of Southport victims complete London marathon

'I hope I've done her proud': Fathers of Southport victims complete London marathon The fathers of two girls killed in the Southport attack have completed the London Marathon in an emotional tribute...

I spoke to Amy Winehouse hours before she died - 1 thing she said makes me so happy

As one of the most gifted singers of her generation, Amy Winehouse sold millions of albums and captivated audiences with a powerful voice that belied her tiny 5ft 3ins frame. Yet Amy’s...

Dubai becomes a haven for Scottish gangsters and international crime lords

Scottish mobsters have reportedly been rubbing shoulders with notorious cartel leaders and international assassins in the sun-soaked metropolis of Dubai, as they enjoy a life of luxury away from the...

Countryfile's Julia Bradbury's 'best buy ever' that has increased 'significantly' in value

Julia Bradbury revealed the best purchase she has ever made. The 54-year-old is best known for presenting a series of outdoor programmes including Countryfile, Planet Earth Live and The Wonder of...

Zoe Ball to front new BBC show months after stepping down from Radio 2

Zoe Ball’s TV comeback has been officially confirmed, just months after her emotional exit from BBC Radio 2. The presenter, who has spent the recent months working “at a beach cafe,” will...

Bayeux Tapestry row as historian claims he's found a very rude new detail

The myriad mysteries of the Bayeux Tapestry have been up for debate among scholars for centuries now. To this day there are still questions surrounding the 11th century depiction of the Norman...

Red Arrows VE Day 2025 route - when and where to spot military planes in UK skies

To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day military planes will soar in the skies to honour the legacy of those who served in World War 2. The King and Queen will join veterans to watch a Bank Holiday...

Thugs left Nike Air Max shoe imprint on victim's head after brutal attack

A man was left with a horrific Nike Air Max shoe print on his head after being viciously assaulted by two men.Connar King, 32, and Michael Hutchinson, 37, followed their victim into a Sunderland...

Amazing map shows where the UK’s ancient languages are still spoken

The UK’s primary language is of course English, and has been for many hundreds of years. The tongue has evolved as many different peoples, such as the Romans, Angles, Vikings and Normans, made the...