Brigitte Bardot was the woman so alluring the term 'sex kitten' was coined just for her... but who turned her back on men, movies and motherhood to become a firebrand animal rights activist - and sparked outrage with her unapologetic racism
BRIAN VINER: Her death, at 91, was announced on Sunday just weeks after the animal-welfare foundation that carried her name denied reports of her diminishing health after a 'minor' surgical procedure.
John Torode and wife Lisa Faulkner's ITV cookery show 'to be axed' despite broadcaster's vow to stand by the sacked MasterChef star after 'racism' controversy
The chef, 60, was fired by the BBCearlier this year after an allegation emerged he had used 'extremely offensive racist language in 2018', which he claims to have 'no recollection of'.
Tourist beach shooting in Ecuador leaves six people dead including two-year-old
The attack unfolded on Sunday morning when several armed men arrived and began shooting at a group of people in a public area, according to police.
Wealthy businessman LOSES war with council over electric fence around £44.5million mega mansion to keep out foxes... but puts up a new deterrent instead
David Walsh and his wife Jyotsna Chadha erected the huge barrier around the border of their palatial property.
Duchess Sophie can't stop wearing paisley this winter - we've found her exact dress plus the best high street buys
A devoted fan of mid-length dresses, the Duchess of Edinburgh gravitates towards designs with statement puff sleeves or eye-catching prints, from romantic florals to classic paisley.
The British 'country-chic' brand that the Princess of Wales has quietly been wearing for 20 years
The Princess of Wales wrapped up against the Norfolk chill on Christmas Day in a silk patterned scarf by Really Wild Clothing.
Helping others may prevent dementia - altruism slows brain ageing by 20 per cent, study finds
Helping others for just a few hours a week could slow memory loss and help ward off dementia, a major new study suggests.
Will house prices rise or fall in 2026? The seven forecasts that matter for the UK property market
House price growth was hampered by Budget tax rumours and a sluggish economy in 2025. Will things improve in 2026?
Will interest rates fall in 2026... and will mortgages get cheaper?
Homeowners saw rates go down this year, as the base rate fell four times. Does 2026 hold further cuts from the Bank of England - and what influences this?
The most expensive cars sold at auction in 2025 revealed
Classic car expert and editor of the Hagerty Price Guide UK John Mayhead counts down the biggest value classic car sales of the previous 12 months for This is Money.
VICTORIA MOSS's fashion verdict: A toxic family drama, the Scottish Widows bride, and how Posh turned a wedding into her own catwalk
VICTORIA MOSS: The white, hooded cloak that swamped Holly Ramsay must have felt like a fabulous idea for a winter wedding, yet it looked more Scottish Widows than luxury cover up.
Anthony Albanese refuses to hold royal commission: PM hits back as he is grilled by journalists at press conference
The Prime Minister has staunchly defended his decision to call for a review despite demands from the victims' families to launch a national inquiry.
Hero of Bondi's lavish new digs as he's seen for the first time since getting his $2.5million reward for his breathtaking bravery - as he's released from hospital and breaks his silence in international TV interview
Ahmed Al Ahmed rushed in to wrestle a shotgun from Sajid Akram, 50, when he opened fire on the crowd at a Jewish Hanukkah festival at Bondi Beach on the evening of December 14.
Nicola Peltz 'takes another swipe' at the Beckham family amid ongoing feud after husband Brooklyn skipped close friend Holly Ramsay's wedding
The heiress, 30, posted a stylish selfie with the caption 'Love being home' as she and her husband, 26, stayed in LA after skipping family friend Holly Ramsay's UK wedding.
Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway lets her natural beauty shine through while meeting some Aussie locals as she continues her studies in Sydney
She has been embracing Australian culture since arriving Down Under earlier this year to study at the University of Sydney.
Redemption for Jake Paul's fiancee as Jutta Leerdam bounces back after heartbreaking fall at Olympic trials
Dutch speed skater Leerdam crashed out of her signature event, the 1000m distance, on Friday and failed to qualify for the February winter games in Milan as a result.
J.K. Rowling tells politicians to take trans activists' threats seriously after the Mail revealed mob is planning to smash the offices of senior ministers
The celebrated Harry Potter author took to social media platform X to describe the militant trans group Bash Back as part of a 'totalitarian movement'.
Hollywood bombshell who once romanced Al Pacino steps out looking unrecognizable in LA
The 61-year-old movie star - who rose to fame in the early 90s - kept a low profile for a solo excursion in Beverly Hills during the holiday season.
How accurate is your body clock? Neurologist's simple 30-second brain test leaves millions stunned
A neurologist has sparked widespread fascination online after sharing a simple 30-second test that can offer clues about what's really going on inside your brain.
Battle to scrap one of London's most hated LTNs: Furious families says scheme which banned cars from a councillor's own road is blighting neighbourhood with traffic gridlock
Being stuck in hefty traffic jams has become part of the daily routine for locals of leafy Queen's Park, Brent after their borough became the latest to be hit with road closures.