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The aqua park at one of Kent’s most popular waterside leisure venues is set to undergo a major upgrade.St Andrews Lakes in Halling will be “doubling in size” just in time to reopen in April this year, welcoming a range of new attractions.St Andrews Lakes in HallingThe current aqua park has been taken down for the winter while equipment is cleaned, repaired and tested.Marketing manager Eleanor Rose has confirmed construction is scheduled to begin on March 2 and is expected to take around 15 days.The expansion will see the existing layout retained while a large number of new elements are…

Before Paula Hudgell began her fight for a Child Cruelty Register, few people realised that those convicted of the most serious child cruelty offences can effectively vanish once their sentences end, without monitoring and management by police and probation, leaving families and communities with no way of knowing the risk they may still pose.My constituent Paula, adoptive mother of Tony Hudgell, has been unwavering in her mission to close this lacuna in child safeguarding.Helen Grant and Paula HudgellTony was just 41 days old when he was so violently abused by his birth parents that both of his legs later had…

Image Credit: Getty Images The annual Academy Awards honor the best in film, and cinephiles are always eager to watch their favorite actors, filmmakers and artists be rewarded for their hard work. But with every awards show, some don’t make the list of nominees. No matter how powerful a performance was, a few names get snubbed each year. And this time, viewers are pretty shocked about the celebrity actors who were not nominated for an Oscar. Below, find out who else got snubbed from the 2026 Academy Awards. Adam Sandler Adam Sandler was a fan and critics’ favorite for his…

View gallery Image Credit: Dave J. Hogan/Getty Images Harry Styles is embarking on his Together, Together tour in mid-2026, and fans absolutely lost their minds when he finally confirmed it. After weeks of speculation over new music, followed by the subsequent announcement of his album, Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally, the “Sign of the Times” artist announced that his world tour will stop in multiple countries. And, fortunately, tickets will go on sale at the end of the month. Below, find out how much tickets might cost for Harry’s tour and when you can sign up for the presale.…

Image Credit: AFP via Getty Images The Oscars are officially on the calendar. Hollywood’s biggest night will return in 2026 to celebrate the best films and performances of the year, bringing stars, nominees, and movie fans together for the Academy Awards. Here’s when the 2026 Oscars will take place and what to know ahead of the ceremony. Where Do the Oscars Take Place? See Location The Oscars — officially the 98th Academy Awards — will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. The ceremony is hosted by Conan O’Brien and presented by the Academy of Motion…

Backstabbing, breakfast banishments and enough side-eye to last a lifetime, The Traitors has once again had the nation glued to their screens. Hosted by the ever-iconic Claudia Winkleman and filmed in a misty Scottish Highlands castle, the show has turned everyday viewers into amateur detectives, conspiracy theorists and loyalty testers. Now in its fifth series, the programme – often described as a high-stakes game of wink murder with a prize pot of up to £120,000 – has become appointment TV. Naturally, the finale is not something to be watched alone on the sofa, which is why pubs and bars across…

Image Credit: Sports Illustrated via Getty Images Fernando Mendoza has become one of the most talked-about figures in college sports, not only for his success on the field but for the powerful personal story behind it. The Indiana Hoosiers star recently led his team to a national championship on January 19, 2026, and captured the prestigious Heisman Trophy — milestones he shared emotionally with his family, especially his mother, Elsa Mendoza. Seen using a wheelchair during games and postgame celebrations, Elsa’s presence has sparked curiosity about her health and the journey she’s been on. After the championship win, Elsa told…

Image Credit: ©2026 Amazon MGM Studios Content Services LLC Masters of the Universe marks the long-awaited return of the iconic Mattel franchise to the big screen, with Nicholas Galitzine stepping into the role of Prince Adam/He-Man in this live-action summer blockbuster. Directed by Travis Knight and featuring a star-studded ensemble including Camila Mendes, Idris Elba, Alison Brie and Jared Leto, the film follows Adam’s journey from Earth back to his homeworld of Eternia to confront the evil Skeletor and embrace his destiny as the most powerful man in the universe. Learn more about the upcoming movie below. What Is Masters…

Image Credit: Corbis via Getty Images If this winter hasn’t been cold enough for you, imagine how a tree “explosion” could make it worse. As temperatures drop in multiple states across the United States, a viral social media post of the “exploding trees” phenomenon raised concern for people living in the Midwest and northern plains. Find out what to watch out for this winter when it comes to frozen trees. Can Trees Actually Explode in Extreme Cold? Trees don’t actually “explode,” despite the viral rumor that has spread, but they can split in frigid temperatures. Eric Otto, a forest health…

View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images Vanna White has been a beloved television fixture for more than four decades, best known for her iconic role revealing letters on Wheel of Fortune since the early 1980s. After longtime co-host Pat Sajak retired in 2024, she continued her hosting duties alongside Ryan Seacrest into the 2025–26 season. While the show remains her signature role, White’s personal life made headlines in January 2026 when she revealed that she and her longtime partner, John Donaldson, had quietly married in a private ceremony. Announcing the news via Instagram on January 21, she wrote, “Surprise! We…