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Mary Portas: My Ab Fab memories of the hedonistic Nineties
The TV star and business guru on putting ‘Harvey Nicks’ on the shopping radar and her different vision for retail. Mary Portas (Linda Nylind/PA) When Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley descended on Harvey Nichols out of hours to film the first Absolutely Fabulous in the early Nineties, Mary Portas, the marketing guru who had fixed the TV setting, knew she was taking a huge risk. Her decision could go either way. She could get free marketing for the store through the new BBC
‘Get it in the post to the Beckhams’: Emma Willis on her punk Pudsey T-shirt for Children in Need
Emma Willis revealed her new T-shirt for Children in Need on the eve of London Fashion Week. Emma Willis unveils her new Punk-inspired...
Joanna Page: I’ve always had a problem with being sexy
The Gavin & Stacey star talks about nudity, sexual harassment and how she keeps her marriage fresh. Gavin & Stacey actress Joanna Page...
Kaleb Cooper: I’m 27 with three young children – I have grown up
The Clarkson’s Farm star discusses juggling family and farming. Kaleb Cooper (Kaleb Cooper/Cody Burridge/PA) Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb...
5 new books to read this week
This week’s bookcase includes reviews of Helm by Sarah Hall and Bloody Awful in Different Ways by Andrev Walden. Five books to read this...
Deborah Meaden: I’m incredibly busy – but I’m the least stressed person I know
The Dragon’s Den star talks to Camilla Foster about how she prioritises time in nature and how it enhances her productivity. Dragons’ Den...
5 new podcasts to listen to this week
These are our top podcast picks. Dig It is a new podcast hosted by Zoe Ball and Jo Whiley (Scarlet Page/PA) What do you want your legacy...
Mark Gatiss says new detective drama Bookish is a ‘love letter’ to bookshops and murder mysteries
Mark Gatiss discusses his new crime drama series Bookish, set in post-war London, in which a bookshop owner helps solve crimes. Words by...
Sir Lenny Henry talks diving with sharks on new ITV show: ‘You’ve got to respect them – they’re bigger than you and have all those teeth!’
Sir Lenny Henry, Lucy Punch, Rachel Riley and more talk diving with sharks in ITV’s Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters. Words by Lynn Rusk....
‘I loved playing an evil character’: Nicholas Hoult on portraying Lex Luthor in Superman
Nicholas Hoult, David Corenswet, and director James Gunn speak to Lynn Rusk about bringing the latest Superman film to life. (PA Feature...
‘They’ve said all kinds of stuff about me, it doesn’t bother me’: Johnny Depp talks returning to the director’s chair with Modigliani – Three Days on the Wing of Madness
Johnny Depp’s directorial venture puts a spotlight on artist Amedeo Modigliani. He joins stars Riccardo Scamarcio and Bruno Gouery to...
Fern Britton: ‘There were so many secrets when I was growing up’
The TV presenter talks about the inspiration behind her new novel set in Cornwall. Fern Britton talks about her family secrets and the...
Danny Beard on Pride Month: We grow up in a world that isn’t meant for us but it gets better
The Celebrity Big Brother star speaks to Sara Keenan about his journey in drag and hopes for the LGBT+ community in the future. Drag...
5 new podcasts to listen to this week
These are our top podcast picks. Sony Music’s podcast Where There’s A Will There’s A Wake returns with a new ‘Mortician-in-Chief’, Mel...
Ruth Jones talks becoming ‘honorary Merthyr girl’ in Ruth And Steve: From Merthyr With Love
Steve Speirs’ takes Ruth Jones on a tour of his hometown, Merthyr Tydfil, in a charming film showcasing all there is to love about the...
‘High-stakes showdown’ for Ncuti Gatwa’s Time Lord teased for Doctor Who finale
Ncuti Gatwa’s Time Lord is set for a “high-stakes showdown” in the finale of his second Doctor Who season, his co-star has said. (Ncuti...
From wildlife to wine – the destinations Down Under that sparked Gary Barlow’s love affair with Oz
The Take That star speaks about his new series, Gary Barlow’s Food and Wine Tour: Australia Gary Barlow at Uluru (ITV/Rock Oyster/PA)...
Brecon Mountain Railway to Star in new BBC CymruWales Special With Ruth Jones and Steve Speirs
Brecon Mountain Railway is set to have a starring role in a new one-hour documentary celebrating Merthyr which premieres in June. (Brecon...
5 tips for spotting the planetary parade
Keen stargazers will be treated to a spectacular display in the night sky. Stargazing enthusiasts should stay alert this week as an...
5 new podcasts to listen to this week
These are our top podcast picks. Best friends Yasmin Misner and Ilma Shahrene host the The Break-Up Diet. (Rebecca Alison/PA) If there’s...
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