Meta’s $18bn settlement may hasten reckoning for social media on child safety
Meta's $18bn settlement may hasten reckoning for social media on child safety20 minutes agoZoe KleinmanTechnology editor'Finally, something was done' - Parent reacts to social media trial settlementMeta's decision to settle the case on Wednesday came as…
How Dolly Parton became the one thing most Americans could agree on
Dolly Parton was the one thing most Americans could agree on16 hours agoRobin Levinson-KingandSheila FlynnDolly Parton was a lot of things - a country musician, a philanthropist, an actress, a storyteller and a businesswoman. One thing she never was,…
The wit and wisdom of Dolly Parton: ‘If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain’
'If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain': The wit and wisdom of Dolly Parton16 hours agoHelen BushbyandPaul Glynn,Culture reportersReutersDolly Parton, the much-loved US singer-songwriter who has died at the age of 80, was known for her…
There’s something unique about eating together that’s good for us
There's something unique about eating together that's good for us2 days agoDavid Robson and Alessia FrancoBBC/ Serenity Strull/ Getty ImagesCommensality – the act of sharing meals – can reduce your risk of depression and dementia.It sounds almost too…
Nashville fans lay flowers and light candles in tribute to Dolly Parton
Watch Nashville fans lay flowers in tribute to Dolly PartonThe BBC's Helena Humphrey visited the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, Tennessee, on Tuesday evening as fans gathered to mourn Dolly Parton. The country music star died at the age 80…
Aerial footage shows flash flood on Nepal-Tibet border
Aerial footage shows flash flood on Nepal-Tibet borderHundreds of travellers are missing, including at least 291 foreign tourists, after a flash flood swept away buildings on the Nepal-Tibet border.Aerial footage showed multi-storey buildings partially…
How Dolly Parton became a fashion icon
How Dolly Parton became a fashion iconThe late Dolly Parton was known for more than just her music, acting and philanthropy. Her signature looks on and off stage made her one of entertainment's most recognisable stars. Culture correspondent Noor Nanji…
Buckingham Palace guards play ‘9 to 5’ in honour of Dolly Parton.
Buckingham Palace guards play '9 to 5' in honour of Dolly PartonThe Royal Family wrote: “Remembering the late, great Dolly, who brought joy, comfort and inspiration to so many - including the millions of children given free books through her Imagination…
Watch: The life of Rocky Horror star Tim Curry
The life of Rocky Horror star Tim CurryEnglish actor Tim Curry, best known for playing the outlandish Frank-N-Furter in film musical The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at the age of 80. Curry first played the role on stage before the film version,…
‘Hideous’: The controversy over Picasso’s most shocking painting
'Hideous': The controversy over Picasso's most shocking painting7 May 2026Precious AdesinaThe Museum of Modern Art, New York/ Aurélien Mole/ Henry Taylor(Credit: The Museum of Modern Art, New York/ Aurélien Mole/ Henry Taylor Courtesy the artist)The…