This year, Winter Wonderland organisers say the event "promises to be even more enchanting, with a host of festive delights for all ages". I was given an exclusive look around the site before doors ...

The first coin was struck by Mercury’s sister Kashmira Bulsara at the Royal Mint in Wales last week. “As Freddie died young, he didn’t get the chance of being awarded a royal medal for his talents in ...

Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas has said her mother’s lung condition which causes her to choke and struggle to breathe is “really quite scary”. The 65-year-old said she will speak to ...

Shirley Ballas has revealed her mother's "debilitating" condition, confessing "It's never going to get better". The Strictly Come Dancing head judge, 65, is renowned for bringing sparkle and ...

Britain's Royal Mint is celebrating Freddie Mercury with a new coin design that marks 40 years since his iconic Live Aid concert performance. The coin features an image of the Queen front man, head ...

Planners are still recommending an extension at a Shirley property be increased in height in a blow for objecting neighbours. As the Local Democracy Reporting Service previously reported Solihull ...

Legendary Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas delivered some scathing remarks about a former professional dancer who she believes harboured ambitions for a judging role. Shirley secured the ...

A British variety show that premiered on BBC in 1976. The show was hosted by Welsh singer Shirley Bassey and produced by Stewart Morris. The musical guests included The Three Degrees, Charles Aznavour ...

Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas ' former fiancé Danny Taylor has expressed gratitude to his new partner for her unwavering support during his difficult period. The ballroom dancer, 64, ...

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