BBC boss vows to tackle Britain’s ‘crisis of trust’

The BBC can help tackle a “crisis of trust” in UK society, the broadcaster’s director general is expected say in a speech later. Tim Davie will set out measures he says will allow the broadcaster to play a leading role in reversing a breakdown in trust in information and institutions, as well as combating division … Read more

Secrets, espionage tools and a 110-year-old lemon on show in exhibition from Britain’s MI5 spy agency

A desiccated 110-year-old lemon that played a key role in espionage history is one of the star attractions of a London exhibition drawn from the files of MI5, Britain’s domestic intelligence agency. Compact spy cameras, microdots in a talcum powder tin and a briefcase abandoned by fleeing Soviet spy Guy Burgess are also part of … Read more

Britain’s Got Talent star and professional dancer Chantel Bellew dies weeks after birthday

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Matt Lucas gives update on Little Britain’s future after being quizzed about revival

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Britain’s Matt Weston finishes dominant run to men’s skeleton world title

Britain’s Matt Weston had everyone racing for second place at the men’s skeleton world championships, after capping a dominant performance Friday by leaving no doubt that he’ll head into next season as the favourite for Olympic gold. Weston won his second world title on Friday, finishing off an easy win at the world championships in … Read more

Richard Osman’s remarks about Hollywood say a lot about Britain’s small-minded celebrity culture

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A Cruel Love’s true story of Britain’s last executed woman will make you shudder – and sympathise

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Britain’s Got Talent viewers divided as show airs warning during daredevil act

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Britain’s Got Talent deemed ‘not family friendly’ by angry viewers horrified by new acts

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