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Who is Harriet Sperling? The NHS nurse turned royal who wed ‘Queen’s favourite grandson’ Peter Phillips

Who is Harriet Sperling? The NHS nurse turned royal who wed ‘Queen’s favourite grandson’ Peter Phillips

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email It was a fairytale wedding for Harriet Sperling and Peter Phillips as they tied the knot in the quaint village of Kemble in Gloucestershire on Saturday. Even the rain couldn’t dampen the smiles of the bride and groom as they emerged from All Saints’ Church as man and wife in front of guests including the King and Queen, the Princess of Wales, and Zara and Mike Tindall. Mr Phillips is the late Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest (and, according to some, favourite) grandson, King Charles’ nephew, and the son of Princess Anne. Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling wed on Saturday (PA) Here’s everything you need to know about his new wife Harriet Sperling following the pair’s nuptials. When did they start dating? The couple were first reported to have begun dating in 2024. Reports in Hello! magazine suggest they met at a sporting event attended by …

Good Omens favourite Michael Sheen tears up about show’s finale in BTS video

Good Omens favourite Michael Sheen tears up about show’s finale in BTS video

Published by Daniella Wilson

Good Omens favourite Michael Sheen has teared up while talking about the show’s finale in a newly released behind-the-scenes video. The Prime Video show has come to an end after three seasons and seven years on screens. The fantasy comedy series follows an unlikely friendship between a fussy angel, Aziraphale, played by Michael Sheen and a loose-living demon, Crowley, brought to life by David Tennant. Having spent 6,000 years on Earth and grown deeply fond of humanity, they team up to thwart Armageddon – the final, apocalyptic war between Heaven and Hell. After the release of the final season, the two leads have opened up in a new behind-the-scenes video about their time on the show and the relationship they have built. Visibly moved, Sheen said: “It’s hard to talk about it really without getting very emotional,” before adding “Sorry,” while wiping away tears. Want to see this content? This page contains content provided by Twitter. We ask for your permission before anything is loaded, as Twitter may use cookies and other technologies. To view …

Watersports, biking and island escapes: readers’ favourite family holidays | Europe holidays

Watersports, biking and island escapes: readers’ favourite family holidays | Europe holidays

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The beauty of Italy’s Lake Garda Lake Garda gave us one of the most memorable and unexpected family holidays yet. We hired a car and headed from Milan to Unesco-listed Peschiera del Garda and the family-focused apartment we found on Airbnb. A gentle 15-minute walk to the lakeside restaurants and gelaterias, this was the perfect base for exploring the beautiful town. Special mentions go to: Gelateria la Romana, with its wonderful ice-cream; the boat trip to Sirmione, an old town with thermal springs on a narrow peninsula; and, further up the lake, picturesque Malcesine and the cable car to the top of Monte Baldo to watch paragliders and to take in the amazing views.Alex Profile Readers’ tips: send a tip for a chance to win a £200 voucher for a Coolstays break Show Guardian Travel readers’ tips Every week we ask our readers for recommendations from their travels. A selection of tips will be featured online and may appear in print. To enter the latest competition visit the readers’ tips homepage – Thank you for …

Tell us about your favourite European seaside hotels offering affordable glamour | Travel

Tell us about your favourite European seaside hotels offering affordable glamour | Travel

Published by Sam Flores

Finding affordable hotel accommodation in Europe’s coastal hotspots in summer can be a challenge, especially if you’d rather not settle for a soulless budget chain or youth hostel. Whether it’s a grand old hotel on the French Riviera that oozes faded glamour or a charming guesthouse on the Amalfi coast, we’d love to hear about European seaside hotels that feel special without blowing the budget. The best tip of the week, chosen by Tom Hall of Lonely Planet wins a £200 voucher to stay at a Coolstays property – the company has more than 3,000 worldwide. The best tips will appear in the Guardian Travel section and website. Keep your tip to about 100 words If you have a relevant photo, do send it in – but it’s your words we will be judging for the competition. We’re sorry, but for legal reasons you must be a UK resident to enter this competition. The competition closes on Monday 8 June at 10am BST Have a look at our past winners and other tips Read the …

Strictly Come Dancing 2026 line-up rumours, from This Morning star to EastEnders favourite

Strictly Come Dancing 2026 line-up rumours, from This Morning star to EastEnders favourite

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Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter In a matter of months, the contestants for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing will start being announced. Seven months after Former England footballer Karen Carney and her professional dance partner Carlos Gu lifted the Glitterball trophy, the rumour mill surrounding the BBC’s popular dancing competition has been kicked into overdrive ahead of its 24th series. The professional dancers set to participate in the 2026 series have already been revealed – with five former stars leaving the series outright, and Johannes Radebe now promoted to one of three new hosts, alongside Emma Willis and Josh Widdicombe. But who will they be partnered with? According to reports, the celebrities set to grace the dance floor will include Jeff Brazier, EastEnders star Lacey Turner and Dani Dyer. Jeff Brazier and Dani Dyer are rumoured for ‘Strictly’ 2026 (Getty Images) Dyer’s name might not be …

Paul McCartney names John Lennon as his favourite Beatle on Chicken Shop Date: ‘He was like the leader’

Paul McCartney names John Lennon as his favourite Beatle on Chicken Shop Date: ‘He was like the leader’

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Get the inside track from Roisin O’Connor with our free weekly music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Sir Paul McCartney has revealed that the late John Lennon was considered the group’s favourite member and unofficial “leader” of The Beatles, during a recent appearance on the popular YouTube series, Chicken Shop Date. The 83-year-old musician joined host and creator Amelia Dimoldenberg for the “first date” format, which sees celebrities interviewed over fast food. Their conversation, held over vegan chicken nuggets and chips at Camden’s Temple of Seitan, touched on subjects including dentists, tattoos, and favourite dance moves. At one point, Dimoldenberg asked Sir Paul to name his favourite Beatle. Sir Paul replied: “Well, there’s only one left now. Currently, it’s Ringo. “During the Beatles, I think we all used to look up to John, because he was like the leader, even though there wasn’t officially a leader of the group. “He was very witty and it was great to have in …

Fabulous views, ferry rides and tucked-away beaches: readers’ favourite UK coast walks | United Kingdom holidays

Fabulous views, ferry rides and tucked-away beaches: readers’ favourite UK coast walks | United Kingdom holidays

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A tidal island off Ynys Môn (Anglesey) With an impressive mix of mountain and sea views, the 130-mile Anglesey Coastal Path is a must-do for those who love a good walk. But like most locals, my perennial favourite is the offshoot trail out to the tidal island Ynys Llanddwyn. Having grown up on Ynys Môn but now living in London, for me it has become something of an annual pilgrimage in the summer months. The mile-long walk along the main beach to the island is manageable and fun for grandparents and grandkids alike – with the white-washed lighthouses offering a rewarding end viewpoint. Pack a picnic, swim in the clear waters and relax – just make sure you’ve checked the tide times!Lavinia Brydon Profile Readers’ tips: send a tip for a chance to win a £200 voucher for a Coolstays break Show Guardian Travel readers’ tips Every week we ask our readers for recommendations from their travels. A selection of tips will be featured online and may appear in print. To enter the latest competition …

A moment that changed me: I was turning 40 with an arthritis diagnosis – on a whim I took up my favourite teen hobby again | Fitness

A moment that changed me: I was turning 40 with an arthritis diagnosis – on a whim I took up my favourite teen hobby again | Fitness

Published by Sam Flores

At 14, I decided to learn a martial art. I told my parents it was to defend myself on the mean streets of Congleton – a market town in Cheshire largely devoid of danger – when, in truth, it was because I wanted to be like Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I joined a kickboxing club, and what could have been a passing phase became a thrice-weekly commitment spanning four years. I was a model student, picking up a different coloured belt every few months to mark my progression through the grades. I grew strong and flexible, swapping puppy fat for muscle. I routinely fought men without fear and found a confidence in my body I have never experienced before or since. ‘I was in the best shape of my life’ … Lauren in 2004. Photograph: Mark Potts By the time I came to do my black belt grading in 2004, I was 19 and in the best shape of my life. Three torturous hours of punches, kicks, fitness drills and sparring pushed me to my …

Rivals’ Emily Atack joining James Bond favourite in courtroom drama

Rivals’ Emily Atack joining James Bond favourite in courtroom drama

Published by Daniella Wilson

The BBC has announced that it has begun production on Reputation, a brand-new legal drama from writer Anya Reiss, which stars James Bond favourite Naomie Harris. Harris, who played Moneypenny opposite Daniel Craig’s Bond, will play Lena, a formidable lawyer who gets pulled into the celebrity case of a global pop star, Davina Knight, played by The Buccaneers actor Christina Hendricks. The six-part series, which is produced by The Forge, will also feature Rivals star Emily Atack in a key role, as well as Andor’s Kyle Soller, The Crown’s Alex Jennings and The Diplomat’s David Gyasi. The synopsis for the series says: “Reputation is an audacious and glossy new drama that shows what happens when a celebrity legal battle spirals out of control. “After Davina releases a provocative new song accusing her ex-husband, Billy (Soller), of abusive behaviour and he retaliates in kind, their private breakdown erupts into a very public libel battle.” Naomie Harris. Dave Benett/Getty Images for The Chancery Rosewood The synopsis continues: “The case is fought far beyond the courtroom, as PR machines …

How to save your favourite plants for future generations

How to save your favourite plants for future generations

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more When you visit a garden centre, do you ever consider that the plant you have chosen to buy may not be available in generations to come? More than half the cultivated plants grown in the UK and Ireland in the past are no longer for sale, according to research by garden plant conservation charity Plant Heritage.Its Threatened Plants Programme also found that one in six is recorded in just one or two locations, or the charity has not found them at all.  Plant Heritage, which has just showcased The Missing Collector Garden, its first show garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, maintains that by with a few simple changes, amateur gardeners can make a real difference. “The key is to understand that cultivars …