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King and Conqueror: BBC’s big swing at the Norman Conquest puts Harold and William center stage
BBC’s eight-part drama King and Conqueror tackles 1066 with James Norton as Harold Godwinson and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as William of Normandy. Written by Michael Robert Johnson, it charts the road from Edward the Confessor’s court to Hastings. Critics praise the scope and tension while flagging creative liberties. The release lands amid a boom in Viking-era TV and ahead of the Bayeux Tapestry’s planned 2026 UK loan.
MoreHigh Court Ruling on Asylum Seekers in Hotels Throws UK Migration Policy Into Chaos
A High Court decision forcing the removal of asylum seekers from an Essex hotel could unravel the UK's entire system of housing migrants in hotels. With councils poised to take similar legal steps, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faces intense pressure as over 30,000 asylum seekers risk losing shelter.
MoreSoho House Goes Private in $2.7 Billion Deal with MCR Hotels at the Helm
Soho House & Co is set to go private in a $2.7 billion deal led by MCR Hotels. The move brings together MCR’s hotel expertise with Soho House’s luxury club brand, attracting big-name investors and securing fresh capital for growth.
MoreNoel and Liam Gallagher’s Fraught Reunion: Brothers Stay in Separate Hotels Ahead of Dublin Concert
Noel and Liam Gallagher kept their distance by checking into different hotels before their Dublin show at Croke Park on August 19, 2025. Even as Oasis fans get the music they want, the brothers’ rocky personal dynamic endures behind the scenes.
MoreHurricane Hunters Face Category 5 Erin’s Rage to Gather Life-Saving Storm Data
Hurricane Hunters risked their lives by flying into Hurricane Erin's Category 5 eye with WC-130J Super Hercules planes, collecting key data for more accurate forecasts. This dangerous mission gave meteorologists crucial info as Erin rapidly strengthened and fluctuated. These bold flights improve warnings and protect coastal communities.
MoreHurricane Erin Explodes Into Category 5: Warnings Issued as 2025’s First Major Atlantic Storm Threatens Coast
Hurricane Erin has become 2025’s first Category 5 Atlantic hurricane, rapidly intensifying over unusually warm waters. The storm peaked at 160 mph winds, caused deadly flooding in Cape Verde, and now threatens the U.S. East Coast with dangerous surf and rip currents. Scientists connect its rapid growth to climate change.
MoreNicola Sturgeon Memoir Hyped as Obama-Level: Is It Really Comparable?
Pan Macmillan claims Nicola Sturgeon's memoir 'Frankly' matches Barack Obama's famed 'Dreams From My Father' in insight and style. Critics see this as marketing hype. Sturgeon's story focuses on Scottish politics, while Obama’s broke new ground in discussing identity and history.
MoreBank of England Chief Economist Warns Against Fast-Track UK Interest Rate Cuts
The Bank of England’s chief economist has voiced concern over cutting UK interest rates too aggressively. This comes as the bank recently lowered rates and faces pressure to boost the economy. He warns that moving too quickly could backfire for inflation and growth.
MoreBallon d'Or 2025 Nominees: Ousmane Dembélé Leads PSG Surge After Champions League Glory
The Ballon d'Or 2025 nominee list is out, with PSG's Ousmane Dembélé sitting at the top thanks to a landmark season and Champions League heroics. Raphinha, Salah, and Bellingham are strong rivals, and coaches Luis Enrique and Hansi Flick headline the managerial race. The final winners are set for a September reveal.
MoreJonathan Edwards Refuses Plaid Cymru Return After Domestic Abuse Row Erupts
Jonathan Edwards has refused to rejoin Plaid Cymru's Westminster group following backlash over his return after a domestic abuse caution. The controversy drew strong criticism from his wife and led party leaders to push for Edwards' resignation, exposing deep divisions over handling such cases within the party.
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