All news for 2023-12-29

Radek Rousal sparked a mixed reaction from fans when he walked out in a straight jacket for his latest MMA bout as the controversial fighter won a unanimous decision

A man has been charged with murder after a father-of-two died after being hit by a car while trying to help a stranger. Chris Marriott, 46, died after he went to the aid of a woman he spotted lying unconscious in the street in Sheffield on Wednesday

Big Brother star Imogen Thomas reportedly once dated the brother of the 'vile' DJ who recorded himself urinating on a cancer patient in a sick Snapchat prank

Leona Lewis ose to fame when she won the third series of The X Factor in 2006. She went on to release hit after hit including Bleeding Love, Run and Better In Time

Travis Barker has been slammed for his controversial fashion choice in photos with Kourtney Kardashian. The new parents cosied up for a festive snap but fans all said the same thing.

Pavel Shuvalov, 55, who was branded the Tulun Maniac, was sent to fight in Ukraine instead of his 24-year jail term for two murders and raping 27 girls and women

Katherine Mielniczuk, also known as Kasia, travelled to Ukraine at the outbreak of the invasion last year to use her skills as a medic but her family has confirmed she was found dead on Christmas Eve

Former NHS worker Helen Kilch was in the passenger seat when the Kia she was travelling in collided with a black BMW on December 21 in Staffordshire. She was pronounced dead at the scene

This year, Prince Louis under-took his first ever royal engagement and people have been remembering the cute moment he was given his reward after volunteering in the Big Help Out

Welsh singer Dame Shirley Bassey is recognised for her services to music this year after previously becoming a dame in the 1999 honours list

Eric Bailly moved to Besiktas in the summer but the ex-Manchester United defender has seen his time in Turkey cut short after a curse hindered his performances

Last year's World Darts Champion Michael Smith has been sent packing after falling victim to an Ally Pally upset as Chris Dobey secured a surprise win

Spice Girl Victoria Beckham's fashion label has hit a new milestone and made its first profit in six years, as the brand turned over £200,000 in the past twelve months

Britney Spears is reportedly releasing her first record in eight years next year and has collaborated with pop star Charli XCX to write one of her new songs

Coronation Street viewers think they have figured out Daisy Midgeley and Jenny Connor's downfall after they received Rovers Return Inn news on Friday's episode

Ever since being diagnosed with motor neurone disease, rugby league legend Rob Burrow has been dedicated to raising vital funds and will undoubtedly leave a lasting legacy

Known for her raunchy romance novels, Jilly Cooper has been appointed Dame in the New Years Honours List 2024 for her services to literature after penning her first novel in 1975

British institution Wetherspoons is the brainchild of multi-millionaire Tim Martin - who has now been knighted in the New Year Honours List 2024 thanks to his dedication to hospitality

Golfer Ben Bishop claims he was bitten by the adder, the UK's only venomous snake, and had to be rushed to hospital after going into anaphylactic shock

England Lioness goalkeeper Mary Earps - who has been awarded an MBE For services to Association Football - has lived a fascinating life of mind-blowing highs and heartbreaking lows

Loose Women panellist Stacey Solomon shared a sweet video of her family discovering her incredible - and very generous gift - on Christmas Day

Mary Earps, Millie Bright and Lauren Hemp joined diverse figures from Sajid Javid, Tim Martin, Tony Blackburn and the Archbishop of Canterbury on the New Year Honours List

Vinai Venkatesham - who will leave Arsenal at the end of the season - has been given an OBE for services to sport, having also been part of the commercial team for the London Olympics in 2012

Kevin Sinfield and Rob Burrow have both been awarded CBEs in the New Year's Honours list, with Lionesses stars Millie Bright, Mary Earps and Lauren Hemp and cricketers Stuart Broad and Marcus Trescothick also honoured

The British actress has been appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire for services to People with Brain Injuries in King Charles III New Year Honours List