reports: Last News

Funeral arrangements for Liam Payne are set to take place next month while the investigation into his tragic death carries on. Grieving fans of One Direction have been paying respects with makeshift vigils after Payne passed away in Argentina, leaving them devastated.

Former BBC correspondent Colin Chapman has sadly passed away at the age of 87. Born in the UK, Colin had an illustrious career in British media before relocating to Australia where he became a citizen. In the UK, he served as the foreign editor for the London Sunday Times and worked as an economics correspondent for the BBC.

A close friend of One Direction's Liam Payne claims he was preyed on by drug dealers at the Buenos Aires hotel where he fell 45ft to his death last week.The friend of the 31 year old claims the singer, who spoke openly about his troubles with substance abuse during his life, was targeted by drug dealers during his stay in the Argentinian capital. According to reports from Argentine media, forensic experts found traces of cocaine in Liam's body during tests performed post-mortem.The respected news portal Infobae reported that materials extracted from the singer's body "determined the presence of the class-A drug." Speaking to the Mail, Liam's friend shared that the star had been clean for weeks before alleged drug dealers delivered substances to his hotel room.They also revealed that Liam had previously sought help for his addiction in rehab centres in both the UK and California. Recently, he had started seeing a new psychiatrist in Florida, sparking hope among his loved ones that he was on the path to recovery.

HSBC has announced a major restructuring under the direction of new chief Georges Elhedery, aiming to slash costs and concentrate on the bank's most profitable sectors. The banking giant is reorganising into four main divisions and will geographically divide operations into East and West.

Giovanni Pernice, one of the longest-serving dancers on Strictly Come Dancing, found himself in a whirlwind when he was paired with Amanda Abbington.

Japan’s online video industry is set to grow at a 7% compound annual growth rate over the next five years, according to a report on “The Future of Japan’s Video Industry” by Media Partners Asia (MPA).

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has said it ‘recognises’ the review process for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can be “unsettling for some claimants”. Sir Stephen Timms, Minister for Social Security and Disabilities at the DWP, made the comments in response to a written question from Reform UK MP James McMurdock on steps being taken to support existing PIP claimants through the review process.

The Chase fans were left "heartbroken" as a contestant was sent packing from the ITV show with Chaser, Shaun Wallace even admitting that he was "the best player ever" despite being eliminated without a prize.

Giovanni Pernice has admitted to feelings of 'frustration' while working as a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing as he spoke out on the Amanda Abbington scandal for the first time.

A major search for a missing personal trainer at Dovestone Reservoir has entered its third day - with a police scene remaining in place.

Good Morning Britain's regular programming was interrupted as hosts Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley announced a heartbreaking incident.

Anna Marie de la Fuente Spain’s prominent public broadcaster Radio Televisión Española (RTVE) is set to launch RTVE Play+, its international video-on-demand OTT platform, in Asia and Oceania this Tuesday, Oct. 22. The announcement comes at a fortuitous time, given a recent glowing report from Spanish trade and investment body ICEX and entertainment analytics org, Parrot Analytics.

Naman Ramachandran A new industry analysis by consultancy firm Media Partners Asia (MPA) projects substantial growth in Japan‘s digital entertainment landscape. The report, “The Future of Japan’s Video Industry,” forecasts the online video sector to expand at a 7% compound annual growth rate over the next five years. Total screen industry revenue, encompassing free TV, pay-TV and theatrical releases, is expected to climb from $31.8 billion in 2024 to $34.1 billion by 2029.

Social work chiefs are bracing themselves for an exodus of important staff members in the coming years.

Bill Foley and the Hibs hierarchy have met for showdown talks but the future of under pressure boss David Gray was NOT on the agenda.

A hospital security guard is facing a life sentence for murdering an army veteran and trying to kill another man with a similar weapon.

Sportswear giants JD Group are set to start work on their ‘world leading’ new campus on the outskirts of Bury. Last year, the firm received planning permission build a headquarters to rival ‘Facebook, Google and Nike’ which includes space for 2,000 workers and a 120-capacity crèche.

A historic town centre pub could soon be transformed into a 10-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO).

Manchester United could be set for a busy January transfer window based on some of the latest reports.

Harvey Weinstein has cancer, Deadline can confirm. The incarcerated producer’s diagnosis was confirmed by sources close to him. Specifically, he has chronic myeloid leukemia, which is a form of cancer of the bone marrow.

Two police officers have been found guilty of gross misconduct by engaging in sexual activity while on duty. A disciplinary panel ruled Anthoni Eronini, a married father, and Chloe Caulfield would have been sacked had they not already resigned from Greater Manchester Police.