Escape to the château: Dick and Angel say their kids aren't spoilt Don't miss the best new TV releases for 2022 and behind the scenes news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info James Strawbridge has occasionally appeared on Escape to the Chateau whenever his dad Dick Strawbridge is in need of a helping hand. The celebrity chef is not only passionate about food but sustainable living, photography and his loved ones. Express.co.uk has everything there is to know about James Strawbridge's personal life. Related articles Susanna Reid shuts down GMB Remainer in fiery Brexit row Denise Welch sparks outrage after rant about NHS strikes James and his dad Dick have previously worked closely together on … [Read more...] about James Strawbridge children: Is the Escape to the Chateau star a dad?
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Craig Mulligan: Call to publish Logan Mwangi killer’s custody court papers
Published 1 hour ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Related Topics Murder of Logan Mwangi A campaigner has called for private family court judgments relating to 14-year-old killer Craig Mulligan to be published so "lessons are learned". He was placed in the care of his step-father John Cole five days before Logan Mwangi was killed last July. Logan died of "catastrophic" injuries and his body was dumped in a river near his home in Sarn, Bridgend county. Mulligan, Cole and Logan's mother, Angharad Williamson were jailed for his murder last week. The Ministry of Justice said publishing documents relating to Cole and Williamson's custody of Mulligan was "a matter for the independent judge in the case to decide". Juror's nightmares after child murder trial What should happen to children who kill? "No stone should be left unturned in the … [Read more...] about Craig Mulligan: Call to publish Logan Mwangi killer’s custody court papers
‘I freeze my children’s packed lunches, some think it’s lazy but it’s a game-changer’
Every parent knows what a mad rush mornings can be on school days. There's uniform to put on, homework to find, and packed lunches to make, all on an ordinary day. And sometimes an extra long to-do list can add to the chaos, if there's show and tell, sports day, or a school trip too. Luckily, a mum has shared the thing she always does when making packed lunches, which cuts time from her morning routine. What's more, she has explained how best to use the hack, which she claims is a "game-changer." Posting on TikTok as @ catherineholmes_life , the mum advised: "Pre-make and freeze sandwich for pack lunches - pull out on the morning you need them." Get the news you want straight to your inbox. Sign up for a Mirror newsletter here She then shows her freezer stacked with ready-made lunches, in a sight sure to bring tears to the eyes of parents everywhere. But not everyone was convinced by her simple trick, with several comments left pointing out … [Read more...] about ‘I freeze my children’s packed lunches, some think it’s lazy but it’s a game-changer’
Peter Brook: Influential British theatre and film director who worked with Sir Lawrence Olivier dies at 97
Influential British theatre and film director Peter Brook has died at the age of 97, according to reports in French media. Brook won multiple awards including Tonys and Emmys during his 70-year career and worked with stars including Sir Laurence Olivier, Sir John Gielgud and Adrian Lester. The Le Monde newspaper said he died in Paris on Saturday. Brook's publisher, Nick Hern Books, paid tribute to him, saying he "leaves behind an incredible artistic legacy". Born in Chiswick, west London, in 1925 to Lithuanian Jewish parents, he attended Westminster School followed by Oxford University. Advertisement His first production was of Dr Faustus in 1943 at the Torch Theatre in London . He made waves during his time as director of productions at the Royal Opera House between 1947 and 1950, where he staged an experimental version of Richard Strauss's Salome with sets by Spanish surrealist artist Salvador Dali. More on Theatre Cinderella … [Read more...] about Peter Brook: Influential British theatre and film director who worked with Sir Lawrence Olivier dies at 97
Where is the best curry house in the North East? Have your say!
Curry Houses have long been a staple of British food culture, and it's an industry that employs 100,000 people and generates £4.2bn in annual revenue. However, not all curries are created equal. We all have a favourite establishment for that Friday night Bhuna, but where in the North East can you find the perfect paneer? Before Mrs Beeton and her book of homely recipes, Hannah Glasse 's 1747 'The Art of Cookery Made Plain' took the English-speaking world by storm - especially with the first inclusion of a "curry" within a book of British recipes . This makes the nation's favourite dish about as old and as British as putting jelly in trifle, and it's all thanks to North East Hexham-native Hannah. So, 250 years on, how do the region's curry houses match up to their long history? Tell us your favourite curry house in the North East in the comments With plenty of well-loved and highly-reviewed restaurants hailing from the Indian subcontinent, like Whitley Bay's … [Read more...] about Where is the best curry house in the North East? Have your say!
Marlon Brando took adopted daughter out of his will – but who got his millions?
Marlon Brando stars in classic film The Godfather Sign up for FREE for the latest news from the world of showbiz SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Marlon Brando has been hailed as one of Hollywood’s first leading men, making his name known in all genres from The Godfather to A Streetcar Named Desire. However, the star fell into family drama in his later years, a saga which ended up with him cutting one of his children from his will. Related articles Amanda Owen confirms sudden split from grumpy husband Clive Novak Djokovic's sad confession about marriage to wife Jelena Brando was one of the first in Hollywood to be able to demand large salaries for the smallest of roles because his fame … [Read more...] about Marlon Brando took adopted daughter out of his will – but who got his millions?
Boys-only pointe class helps teens embrace challenging gender norms
Girls are who most would think of when asked about ballet – from the movements to the pink shoes. These societal expectations can alienate boys who want to try sports and activities typically associated with girls. Creating a space for only boys to practise is one way to make dancers feel more comfortable and able to participate without judgement. With this in mind, a ballet school has opened an all-boys class for pointe work, welcoming in young male dancers. Award-winning dance teacher Natalie Pearl is hoping to change who pointe is accessible to, after realising that boys were reluctant to join in a female-dominated dance discipline. Her First Position School of Dance in Bournemouth, Dorset, has seen the confidence of boys grow – and the class has gone from having five participants to 50. Natalie, 46, said: ‘There is still a real stereotype about ballet being girly and I wanted to encourage more boys to do it. ‘It used to be four or five boys but I now have … [Read more...] about Boys-only pointe class helps teens embrace challenging gender norms
I’m on a mission to make sure every new parent regularly measures their baby’s head
Watching Harry scooting up and down our street with his best friend Bella is magical. You would never guess that the first year of Harry’s life was a whirlwind of blue-light emergencies, brain surgeries, and unimaginable fear. You would never think that, under his mop of unruly blonde hair is a shunt – a device which drains the fluid from his brain, and keeps him alive. Harry is my fourth child, and my pregnancy with him was actually my easiest. I had mild gestational diabetes (GD), which was controlled by diet, but other than that I actually glowed. While I was pregnant, I was scanned every four weeks from 20 weeks onwards, which is common for pregnant people with GD. At 36 weeks, my husband and I walked into the scan room. We were calm, expecting a routine appointment. However, about five minutes in, the sonographer went quiet. She then said she needed to get someone else, so we waited. Another lady came in, said nothing and then, after what felt like forever, … [Read more...] about I’m on a mission to make sure every new parent regularly measures their baby’s head
Queen fed up with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry ‘drama’ and wants ‘line drawn’
Meghan Markle: Royals 'don't want to ruffle feathers' says Nicholl Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info It emerged earlier this week that the findings of a Buckingham Palace investigation into bullying claims made by royal staff against Meghan will never be published. A royal insider claimed the Queen did not want the investigation made public as there has been "enough drama" surrounding the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who are living in California after quitting royal duties. Related articles Royal Family LIVE: Harry and Meghan ‘damage control’ comes ‘too late’ Harry and Meghan 'raised eyebrows' with solo moment at Jubilee event The source told Vanity Fair: “It was … [Read more...] about Queen fed up with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry ‘drama’ and wants ‘line drawn’
SARAH VINE: Why felling old trees is an arrogant assault on history
Something happened last week that made me rather sad. The 600-year-old Bretton Oak, near Peterborough, one of the last survivors of Grimeshaw Woods, an ancient forest that once covered much of that part of the world, was felled after final desperate attempts to save it failed. This ancient tree, which had stood since the reign of Henry VI, was ripped apart by men with hi-vis jackets and chainsaws in a matter of minutes, to the horror of many locals. Its crime? The roots were allegedly causing ‘structural damage’ to nearby housing. Although, as one resident pointed out, that case was debatable. No matter. Insurance companies were refusing to underwrite the affected properties, and so the man from the council decreed that the oak had to go. Six centuries of history, a living organism that had outlasted kings, queens, plagues, war and famine, felled by petty bureaucracy. The Bretton Oak had stood since the reign of Henry VI Oh, it’s just an old tree, I hear you say. And … [Read more...] about SARAH VINE: Why felling old trees is an arrogant assault on history