Doctor Who star Brigit Forsyth dies aged 83

Christmas TV is a must for many, with those who plan their break around the box grabbing a copy of the TV guide and circling their can't-miss shows in red. When families can watch laptops, tablets and tellies all in one room, the set-up has changed, but there are still programmes that everyone loves.

A pensioner who tragically died following a horror smash on a Scots motorway has been named by police.

Coronation Street star Mo Moreland, who hailed from Sheffield, had been battling a long-term illness and died in a North Shore nursing home. Her adoring fans are now expressing their condolences online. Despite only appearing twice on Coronation Street, Mo's most famous role was alongside comedian Les Dawson in The Roly Polys.

A doctor who named himself after a Star Wars character while dealing drugs has been jailed for a second time. Shoaib Ahmad sold fake versions of the anxiety-reducing medication Xanax, cannabis and ecstasy online.

One of the biggest nights in the TV calendar is here - the Strictly Come Dancing 2023 final. It's set to be a dazzling night in the ballroom as, after 13 weeks, this year's winner will be announced.

A roofer who dodged a £250,000 income tax bill by hiding his company's earnings for nearly 10 years, is facing jail.

A newly resurfaced interview with Alex Batty's grandmother revealed how his mum led a 'chaotic' lifestyle and 'got involved with a cult' before the boy went missing.

A dealer who 'played a leading role' in a UK-wide network that supplied drugs to the north west has been jailed. Connor Sainsbury was arrested in June after an operation involving officers from Greater Manchester.

Police say a teenager who vanished near a hotel in the Scottish Borders may have travelled to Fife.

Inquest proceedings working out how a young mum from Bolton came to die at a music festival opened yesterday (December 11).

Actress Shirley Anne Field has died aged 87, her family has announced.

A thug is behind bars for the "merciless" abuse of a woman and boy. Kenneth Quinn was convicted of the attacks spanning four decades.

The family of a young woman who died in a car crash have paid touching tribute to a 'beautiful, loving and caring girl'.

Actor, musician, and poet Benjamin Zephaniah has passed away aged 65, just weeks after he was diagnosed with a brain tumour.The sad news was shared on his Instagram page in a statement, which read: "It is with great sadness and regret that we announce the death of our beloved husband, son and brother in the early hours of this morning 7th December 2023. "Benjamin was diagnosed with a brain tumour eight weeks ago. "Benamin's wife was by his side throughout and with with him when he passed.

A post shared by Benjamin Zephaniah (@officialbenjaminzephaniah)Zephaniah rose to fame throughout the ‘80s – most famous for his poetry works which often touched upon topics such as race and the British legal system. By the ‘90s, he was considered one of the most influential voices in the UK.Famously, he turned down an OBE in 2003, writing: “Benjamin Zephaniah OBE – no way Mr Blair, no way Mrs Queen.

The family of a great-grandmother who died after being struck by a car on one of the main roads in Tameside have paid a moving tribute to her.

The Moody Blues and Wings, has died aged 79.His wife Elizabeth Hines posted the announcement on social media, stating that Laine had passed away due to Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD). “My darling husband passed away peacefully early this morning,” she began.“He and I both believed he would overcome his health setbacks and return to the rehabilitation center and eventually home,” she continued. “Unfortunately, his lung disease, Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD), is unpredictable and aggressive; each infection weakened and damaged his lungs.

Lead singer of the Moody Blues Denny Laine, who was also known for being a guitarist with Paul McCartney's band Wings, has sadly passed away on Tuesday morning, with his wife confirming the news.

Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell has sent a 'love' message to her fellow dancer following their sad exit from the competition. The Australian pro was sharing her response to Katya Jones' appearance alongside Nigel Harman on Saturday night's show after they were forced to withdraw from the competition.

Scottish actor Ncuti Gatwa has said he is "ready but nervous" ahead of playing the new Doctor Who for the biggest role in his career yet after auditioning for the role in February last year before he landed the gig.