The village also has a strong sporting history, and there is evidence it was a Roman settlement.
A lovely Cambridgeshire village with a name that is hard to pronounce is full of posh period houses. There are many places in Cambridgeshire that have names that sound differently to how they should be pronounced.
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One of these is the rural village of Great Wilbraham, located six miles from Cambridge. People may think it’s supposed to be pronounced as Great Wil-bra-ham, but it’s actually Great Will-brum.
Despite having a hard name to pronounce, the village boasts an impressive history. Its history dates back to the Bronze Age, but there is also evidence of Roman settlements.
The village appeared in the Domesday Book as Wilburgaham. The name is said to derive from the Anglo-Saxon princess Wilburh, the daughter or close family member of Penda King of the Mercians. She is portrayed on a village sign.
In the Middle Ages, the Knights Templar held the manor of Great Wilbraham. Their local headquarters were at Denny Abbey. The manor house is still known as ‘The Temple’ today. Within the grounds of the temple, the remains of a Roman villa were found.
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Above it, a Middle Saxon burial ground was also found. Today, Great Wilbraham is a charming village home to around 600 people. Homes in the village range from around £300,000 to over £1 million.
The homes stand tall and grand along the roads. They are also hidden behind lots of greenery, providing plenty of privacy for all who live there. There is one pub in the village, called The Carpenter Arms.
The pub has served the village community for more than 250 years, with what it calls “genuine hospitality”. Visitors have praised it for its “beautiful” decorations and that it feels “really welcoming”. The pub is also dog-friendly.
There is also a Post Office, a shop and a well-used village hall. The village also has a strong sporting history, as it has a local football and cricket team.
Tucked between Stockton-on-Tees and Billingham, Wynyard Park has long been synonymous with exclusivity. Its sweeping drives, secluded cul-de-sacs, and immaculate lawns form the backdrop to some of the region’s most impressive homes — an address where grandeur meets discretion.
A legacy of luxury
Rising to prominence in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Wynyard Park quickly established itself as a beacon of North East affluence during a period of rapid investment and growth. The estate sits beside Wynyard Hall, a grand Georgian mansion once home to Sir John Hall — the former Newcastle United chairman and the visionary behind the MetroCentre.
Hall’s influence shaped not just the stately hall itself, but the entire estate that grew around it. His vision brought together heritage and modern luxury, attracting a roster of headline residents over the decades.
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A star-studded postcode
The estate’s prestige didn’t come from its properties alone — it was defined by the calibre of residents who called it home.
Duncan Bannatyne, businessman and Dragons’ Den star, once owned a five-bedroom mansion there. Featuring a games room, golf course views, and a spectacular double-height atrium, the property sold in 2011 for £800,000, marking the estate’s enduring appeal to high-profile entrepreneurs.
Kevin Keegan, former England manager and football legend, also lived on the estate, his home reflecting the openness and scale that have become hallmarks of Wynyard’s design.
Alan Shearer, another Newcastle United great, was among those who chose Wynyard Park during the height of his career — further solidifying its ties to footballing royalty.
Wynyard Hall: the heart of the estate
Though technically separate from the residential development, Wynyard Hall remains its spiritual centrepiece. Once an aristocratic seat, the mansion today operates as a luxury hotel, spa, and events venue, its timeless architecture and heritage continuing to elevate the area’s prestige.
Discreet luxury in the North
Beyond the gates, Wynyard Park is more than just a property hotspot — it’s a symbol of aspiration. Its modern architecture, landscaped gardens, and bespoke interiors are designed for those who crave space and serenity, with convenience just a short drive away.
While celebrity turnover has slowed in recent years, the estate still commands a powerful allure among the North East’s high-net-worth residents and professionals. For those seeking a blend of luxury, privacy, and legacy, Wynyard Park remains one of the region’s most exclusive places to live.
Forget London’s glitz or Cheshire’s footballer belts — Wynyard Park quietly built its own legacy, offering the rich and famous a peaceful slice of North East elegance.
Alexander Blue was found badly beaten outside his home in Glasgow’s west end in June 2002.
A review of the evidence in the 23-year-old unsolved murder of a Glasgow businessman is taking place. Alexander Blue’s brother says it is an “absolute disgrace” that to this day no-one has been charged over the crime.
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The 41-year-old, who ran a company called the Taxi Centre, was found badly beaten outside his home in Glasgow’s west end in June 2002 and died in hospital two days later from massive head injuries.
A neighbour had found him injured on the driveway of his home on Dundonald Road in the upmarket Dowanhill area. No one has been charged over the murder despite repeated police appeals – and the case remains unresolved after two decades.
Alexander’s older brother Billy Blue has been seeking justice for years. With the 25-year anniversary of Alexander’s death approaching in June next year, he said the police and Crown Office should “hang their heads in shame” if no one is charged by that point.
He told the Press Association he felt the family had been “brushed off” by police and the legal system, saying: “How bad does it have to get before you get an outside force in? You have to get justice, you can’t let people kill people and just get away with it.”
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Alexander’s brother believes there is enough evidence to identify the culprit behind his brother’s death, saying it was “no ordinary murder”. Billy, from Glasgow, said: “It’s been known for a considerable length of time who’s responsible for Alec’s murder. I would like to see them brought to justice, it would be a vindication.”
He said the Crown Office was “definitely” reviewing evidence around the case. Billy, 67, said: “What was horrendous was my mother lost her son, and that’s always been my driving force. She’s never got over that. She’ll never get over what happened that day.”
Billy says the looming 25-year anniversary of Alexander’s death may spur the police on to take more action on the case. He has had recent meetings with police and Crown Office officials including the Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain KC. Both agencies have promised to keep him updated.
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He said: “I think they know what’s coming in about 18 months, if they get to that point with total failure. The fact that nobody’s been charged with murder is a disappointment. But the fact that nobody’s been charged with anything related to that murder is an absolute disgrace.”
He was critical of Police Scotland, saying his family has been treated like “garbage” for years. The Crown Office said it works closely with the police to review unresolved homicides to ascertain if there are any new evidential developments.
A spokesman said: “The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service recognise the suffering of families who have been denied justice. The murder of Alexander Blue remains an unresolved homicide and we are absolutely committed to reviewing such cases along with Police Scotland.
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“Unresolved homicides are never closed, and we work closely with police to explore any new evidential developments which would allow us to bring such cases to court. The Blue family will continue to be kept informed should any significant developments come to light.”
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “This is obviously still a difficult time for the Blue family who have suffered distress and heartache over the last two decades as they seek answers and justice for Alexander.
“Police Scotland never considers cases closed and this case remains under review. There is no barrier over the passage of time to the investigation of unresolved homicide cases.
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“Homicide Governance and Review actively keeps all undetected and unresolved homicides under review and meets regularly with the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service in an attempt to review these cases and pursue resolution.
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“We will continue to update the families of the victims of such crimes with any new developments, where appropriate.
“Police Scotland along with our partners in the Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services, continue to relentlessly pursue advances in technology and investigative approaches which help bring those responsible for serious and violent crimes to justice and provide answers for families of the victims of such crimes.
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“Scientific and forensic developments, combined with information from the public and determined investigative work can yield new opportunities in such cases.”
On Sunday night (22 February), actors including Timothée Chalamet, Paul Mescal, Michael B Jordan, Jessie Buckley and Emma Stone arrived at the star-studded ceremony honouring the best in British film.
Paul Thomas Anderson’s dark comedy One Battle After Another was the big winner of the year, winning six of its 14 nominations, including Best Film.
“I absolutely can’t believe this. I can’t believe I’m here looking at people like you, in the same category as you,” Aramayo said during his speech as he pointed to DiCaprio in the audience. “Never mind being stood up here.”
Irish actor Jessie Buckley, meanwhile, took home the award for Best Actress thanks to her searing portrayal as Anne Hathaway in Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet, which also won Outstanding British Film.
Mia Lily Keogh O’Keeffe is the seventh person to have been killed on the road on the island of Ireland over the course of the weekend
20:36, 22 Feb 2026Updated 20:36, 22 Feb 2026
The mother of a teenager killed by a car which failed to remain at the scene has said her “heart will never be the same again.”
This paper has learned that the tragic teenager killed in a hit-and-run on the Slane Road in Navan, Co Meath on Saturday night was 16 year old Mia Lily Keogh O’Keeffe.
Mia, who was from Navan, was walking her dog and was at a pedestrian crossing when a driver struck her with his vehicle and then failed to remain at the scene at around 8:20pm.
Gardai and emergency services rushed to the area and Mia was taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda, Co Louth, where she was subsequently declared dead.
It is understood Mia was a student at Loreto Secondary School in Navan, has a number of siblings and comes from a well known family in the area.
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Gardai were initially searching for the driver, but it is understood that the suspect, who is a man in his 20s, later handed himself in to gardai. He was then placed under arrest and is being questioned over the incident.
It comes as Mia’s devastated mother Louise has taken to social media and posted in a comment:
“My beautiful baby was taken by someone who fled and left her alone. My heart will never be the same again.”
In a statement gardai have appealed for witnesses to the incident to come forward.
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“At approximately 8:20pm, Gardaí and emergency services responded to an incident involving a car and a pedestrian. The car involved failed to remain at the scene. The pedestrian, a 16-year-old female, was treated at the scene before being transferred to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, where she was later pronounced deceased.
“A male in his 20s has since been arrested in connection with the investigation and a car has been seized for technical and forensic examination. He is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984, at a Garda Station in the Eastern Region,” gardai said.
Gardai added that the Coroner has been notified and a post-mortem examination will be arranged.
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“The scene remains preserved for examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators and local traffic diversions are in place.”
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward. Road users with camera footage (including dash-cam) who were travelling in the area between 8:00pm and 8:45pm are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Navan Garda Station on 046 9036100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
The crash comes amid a weekend of carnage on Irish roads that saw six other people killed in separate incidents on the island of Ireland.
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A woman, aged in her 80s, died in a single-vehicle collision in Rooaun, Eyrecourt, Co Galway at around 8.15pm on Saturday evening. The elderly woman was the driver and sole occupant of the car and was pronounced dead at the scene.
In a separate incident, two people died in a crash involving a van and a car at around 12pm on the Tramore Road R675 at Robin Hill in Tramore, Co Waterford. A man and a woman, both aged in their 40s, who were the occupants of the car, were pronounced dead at the scene.
The occupants of the van, a man aged in his 50s and a juvenile male, were taken to University Hospital Waterford for treatment of non life-threatening injuries.
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Meanwhile, a further three people died in a road crash in Armagh, with four more people injured in the incident. The victims, two men aged 31 and 48 and a woman, 23, died at the scene of the accident outside the Moy on Saturday night.
Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, called “El Mencho,” was the head of the terrifying Jalisco New Generation Cartel famous for feasting on human flesh and shooting down military aircraft
02:35, 23 Feb 2026Updated 02:58, 23 Feb 2026
An infamous drug kingpin has been killed in a military operation, leaving a major cartel without a head in the wake of a raid carried out by amred forces.
Local news sources report that leader of the notorious Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, was killed in military raid. The notorious druglord, better known by his alias ‘El Mencho’, was confirmed dead by federal forces on Sunday, February 22.
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Mexican publication MILENIO cited top officials who said Cervantes had been killed in the army operation. Roadblocks were reported in six nearby states with burning cars blocking roads across a wide area in a tactic commonly used by the cartels to prevent military forces carrying out operations against them.
El Mencho became the most powerful drug lord in the country after the capture of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán.
The US State Department had previously offered a reward of up to $15million for information on El Mencho that would lead to his arrest.
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The CJNG has seen a rapid expansion across Mexico in recent years, led by quiet kingpin El Mencho.
Nemesio Oseguera, 53, dropped out of sixth grade to help his family pick avocados, Mexican media reported. As a teenager, he snuck into the United States and tried to build a network of clients as a drug dealer, but he was arrested.
As a young man, he and his older brother, Abraham Oseguera, sold heroin to two undercover police officers in 1992 and were sent to a federal prison and later deported.
In 1997, he travelled to Tijuana, where he built a thriving drug trafficking business; later, he worked as a police officer in Tomatlán, Jalisco, learning the inner workings of law enforcement.
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After working as a cartel hitman and drug trafficker and surviving internal power struggles between rival gang factions in Jalisco, Oseguera ended up as the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, given the moniker “El Mencho”.
Its members routinely carry out brutal acts of violence to intimidate their rivals and have even been known to have downed an army helicopter with a rocket-propelled grenade.
Claims were made that they would make new recruits to feast on human flesh and carry out beheadings in their infamous “terror schools”.
One anonymous recruit previously told the DailyBeast.com : “I’ve been there and there was a lot of [cannibalism]. They recruit them and then they start working on them.” First, CJNG members are taught how to cut off their victims’ fingers and toes, one of the cartel’s preferred torture methods.
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The update from military sources on the death of El Mencho comes hours after panic erupted at a major airport after alleged cartel members reportedly descended on the terminal, with disturbing footage showing terrified crowds scrambling to escape.
Unverified accounts indicate members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel arrived at Guadalajara International Airport in Jalisco, Mexico mere hours after El Mencho was killed by military forces. It’s thought members are now mounting reprisals following confirmation of the killing.
Barry the St Bernard is living at a Cambridgeshire shelter waiting for someone to give him a loving family
A blind St Bernard with an extraordinary survival story is searching for a forever home. Barry, who has been blind since birth, is currently being looked after at a Cambridgeshire shelter..
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It is run by Saving Saints, a volunteer-led rescue network operating across the UK. His carers say he is ready for a fresh start, but he needs the right home.
Barry was first owned by an organised crime boss, living alongside three other large dogs. The owner was jailed for drugs offences, leaving the dogs in limbo and needing new homes.
“At first it was thought Barry and the other St Bernard, Delilah, were a bonded pair,” said Rachel Wesley, 53, who runs Saving Saints. “But once they reached what was meant to be their forever home, it became clear Barry was struggling.”
Barry was reactive towards men, which rescuers believe may be because of trauma from his early life. He also became stressed and unhappy when living with another dog.
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“He was getting grumpy and overwhelmed,” said Rachel. “That’s when we knew we had to step in and give him the calm, structured environment he desperately needed.”
Barry was moved into Saving Saints’ Cambridgeshire shelter, where he underwent a full behavioural assessment. The charity has now found that to thrive, Barry needs a quiet, rural, female-only home where he can be the only dog.
Although Barry is blind, his hearing is exceptionally acute and he is confident when navigating familiar spaces. As a double-coated breed, he enjoys spending time outdoors, but he is also deeply people-focused and needs strong bonds with his humans.
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“St Bernards are incredibly sociable,” said Rachel. “Barry wants to be near his people, to know where they are, to feel safe. He may be blind, but emotionally he is very tuned in.”
Potential adopters have been told they need to understand the realities of owning a giant breed. St Bernards can weigh up to around 120kg, vet bills can be high, and their thick double coats require grooming every two days to prevent matting.
“They’re lazy most of the time, but they do have bursts of energy,” said Rachel. “They slobber, they shed everywhere, and yes, your carpets will never be the same. But what you get in return is a dog with an enormous heart.”
Rachel, who has four St Bernards of her own, says the breed’s emotional intelligence is unmatched. “They are the most amazing dogs,” she said. “They are so in tune with people’s emotions. They know when you’re sad, when you’re stressed, and they just want to be there.”
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Saving Saints relies entirely on volunteers and foster homes. The charity is listed on the Pet Remedy rescue map, a gold-standard directory of trusted UK rescues, but keeping a dog like Barry in long-term care places significant strain on its resources.
“We’re small and we don’t have a lot of money,” said Rachel. “What Barry needs most is a loving home where he can finally relax and just be a dog. Wherever that home is, from the Isle of Skye to Cornwall, we’ll get him there.”
El Mencho, who was born Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes and was the leader of Mexico’s most feared criminal organisation, the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) has been killed
Joe Smith and Peter Hennessy
01:48, 23 Feb 2026
A notorious cartel leader has been killed in a significant military operation in western Mexico.
The head of Mexico’s feared Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), “El Mencho”, was killed during the military raid, according to local news reports.
Mexican outlet MILENIO cited senior officials who confirmed Cervantes had been killed during the army operation. Roadblocks were reported across six neighbouring states, with burning vehicles obstructing roads over a vast area – a tactic frequently employed by cartels to hinder military forces from conducting operations against them.
El Mencho rose to become the most powerful drug lord in Mexico following the capture of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán.
The US State Department had previously offered a reward of up to $15million for information leading to El Mencho’s arrest.
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The CJNG has undergone rapid expansion throughout Mexico in recent years, under the low-profile leadership of El Mencho.
Nemesio Oseguera, 53, left school in sixth grade to assist his family in harvesting avocados, according to Mexican media. As a young man, he entered the United States unlawfully and attempted to establish a network of clients as a drug dealer, before being arrested.
As a young man, he and his older brother, Abraham Oseguera, sold heroin to two undercover police officers in 1992 and were sent to a federal prison and later deported.
In 1997, he travelled to Tijuana, where he established a successful drug trafficking operation; subsequently, he served as a police officer in Tomatlán, Jalisco, gaining insight into the workings of law enforcement.
Following his time as a cartel assassin and narcotics trafficker, and after surviving internal conflicts between competing gang factions in Jalisco, Oseguera ultimately became leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, earning the nickname “El Mencho”.
Members of the organisation regularly commit savage acts of brutality to terrorise their adversaries and have even been known to bring down an army helicopter using a rocket-propelled grenade.
Allegations emerged that they would force new members to consume human flesh and participate in beheadings at their notorious “terror schools”.
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One anonymous recruit previously told the DailyBeast.com: “I’ve been there and there was a lot of [cannibalism]. They recruit them and then they start working on them.”
Initially, CJNG members are instructed how to sever their victims’ fingers and toes, one of the cartel’s favoured torture techniques.
Hussain won Bake Off in 2015, before releasing serval cook books and starring in TV cooking shows, Nadiya Bakes, Nadiya’s Fast Flavours and Nadiya’s Simple Spices.
However, in June 2025, the celebrity chef told fans that the BBC had “decided they didn’t want to commission the show anymore”.
At the time, Hussain described the axing as a “huge turning point,” and now the axing has sparked a career change towards education.
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Nadiya Hussain quits TV to become a teacher
Discussing the BBC axing with Woman & Home magazine, the Bake Off winner said: “The moment the BBC cancelled my show changed everything.
“I had a gut feeling that something wasn’t right because over the last 10 years, we’ve had a regimented timeline of when my cookbooks came out, and my cookery show would be filmed.
“We had the shoot dates pencilled in the diary, then I got a call from my agent saying, ‘The BBC doesn’t want to do the show any more’.
“I appreciate that it’s an industry, it’s a business and it’s about making money, but I still don’t know [why they let me go] because I haven’t had a conversation with anyone.
“There are no answers, no closure.”
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Following the BBC’s decision, Hussain shared that other TV channels like ITV and Channel 4 had been in contact about a new series.
However, the chef said that working on a new series was “not something” she wanted to do at the time.
Instead, Hussain has stepped into a new career and is currently a teaching assistant, sharing: “I’m currently working as a teaching assistant at a lovely little primary school.
“The plan is to gain some training and maybe in the future become a teacher.
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“I had to do an application form, an interview, go in and sit in with the kids, and see how they reacted to me.
“I did get people ringing me, asking, ‘Sorry, is this actually the Nadiya Hussain?’ and I’m like, ‘Yes, it is and I am looking for a job, and I would like an opportunity.’
“I’m really enjoying being in an environment where I’m not the centre of it.
“It’s weird because I’m having to straddle both worlds now, but I love that I’m a very small cog in a machine that helps raise other people’s children.
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“I feel like this job is perfect for me. It’s my calling.”
At the time of the BBC’s decision to not renew Hussain’s TV series, a spokesperson for the broadcaster said: “After several wonderful series we have made the difficult decision not to commission another cookery show with Nadiya Hussain at the moment.”
“Nadiya remains a much-valued part of the BBC family, and we look forward to working together on future projects.”
ITV’s new true crime drama The Lady starring Natalie Dormer as Sarah Ferguson has sparked viewer debate over its timing, with fans divided on social media
Abbie Bray Deputy Editor for Screen Time
22:39, 22 Feb 2026
ITV’s The Lady premiered its opening episode this evening, with viewers saying the same thing within moments of the Sarah Ferguson drama beginning.
The four-part true crime series chronicles the devastating story of Sarah Ferguson’s royal assistant, Jane Andrews, whose dramatic trajectory ended in a savage killing.
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The synopsis for the opening instalment of the true crime series states, “Working-class woman Jane Andrews wants more for her life and is unlucky in love.
“On the brink of losing all hope, she receives a letter inviting her to interview for a job with Sarah, Duchess of York, at Buckingham Palace. Securing the job, she moves to London – but life in the palace is gruelling, and Jane struggles to fit in, but she and Sarah find common ground in their experiences of love and betrayal.”
Mia McKenna-Bruce portrays Jane Andrews in the ITV programme, whilst Natalie Dormer underwent a transformation to embody Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, reports the Express.
Within moments of the opening episode, audiences rushed to voice their opinions on social media, with numerous people labelling it “poor taste” and “bad timing”.
“Quite possibly, the worst-timed launch of a TV series, ever. #thelady,” one audience member commented, whilst another questioned, “Was it the best time to show #TheLady, considering all the controversy around Andrew Windsor and Sarah Ferguson?”
A third remarked, “ITV couldn’t have timed this any better. It’s pretty good too #TheLady.”
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Someone else concurred, “Bad taste at the moment showing anything to do with Sarah Ferguson,” whilst another commented, “I don’t think this drama could have been timed any better #TheLady.”
Viewers also commended the drama, with one writing, “Ok tunes have me hooked already…..”
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Another echoed, “#thelady ok 15 mins in and I’m hooked! Quality-made drama.”
The second episode, which broadcasts tomorrow evening and is available to watch on ITVX, reads, ” Jane meets dashing businessman Luis Castillo and the two begin a relationship, but tensions soon erupt on a holiday in Greece, and she becomes increasingly unstable.
“As Jane’s carefully constructed composure starts to fracture and puts her position with the duchess at risk, a lifeline appears in the shape of the charismatic Tommy Cressman.”
The third instalment will then be broadcast next Sunday at 9pm on ITV.
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The Lady airs tomorrow evening at 9pm on ITV, and it is available to watch now on ITVX.
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Jessie Buckley’s Leading Actress win at the BAFTAs has sparked debate among fans
Sara Baalla Screen Time TV Reporter
23:07, 22 Feb 2026
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Cinema enthusiasts who watched the BAFTA Film Awards on Sunday evening (February 22) found themselves frustrated, as they felt that one performer was “robbed”.
Thriller One Battle After Another dominated proceedings with 14 nominations this year, with vampire horror Sinners following closely behind on 13 nominations. Shakespearean drama Hamnet and sports comedy-drama Marty Supreme both received 11 mentions.
At the end of the night, it was announced that Irish actress Jessie Buckley had won the Leading Actress accolade for portraying William Shakespeare’s wife in Hamnet. However, numerous supporters were hoping that Australian star Rose Byrne would claim the honour, reports the Express.
The 46-year-old Sydney-born actress is the only nominee for her independent production, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You. In the picture, Rose portrays Linda, a psychotherapist grappling with motherhood whilst caring for her daughter, who suffers from a paediatric feeding disorder.
The daughter, who never appears on screen, is portrayed by Delaney Quinn, with additional cast members including Conan O’Brien, A$AP Rocky, and Christian Slater. Critics have showered the film with acclaim since its debut last year, with many agreeing that Rose delivers “the performance of a lifetime”.
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Whilst Jessie has been a favourite for the Leading Actress categories, supporters haven’t dismissed Rose, following her Golden Globe triumph last month. She has additionally secured numerous critics’ accolades and remains in contention for the SAG Award and the Oscar next month.
Numerous supporters were therefore disappointed that she didn’t receive the BAFTA, with one individual posting on X (formerly Twitter): “Love Jessie Buckley, but Rose Byrne was defo robbed.”
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Another commented: “Everyone got their surprises at their preferred acting categories except Best Actress. Rose Byrne, my beloved,” whilst a third remarked: “Rose Byrne deserved it sooo bad. Devastated.”
A fourth supporter mirrored this view, stating, “Oh man, I was hoping for Rose Byrne,” with another expressing, “Rose Byrne was so snubbed. Loved Jessie, but come on, Rose was out of this world.”
Meanwhile, others were thrilled to witness Jessie collect the award, with one individual posting: “Congratulations to Jessie Buckley winning the BAFTA for leading actress. Loved her inspiring acceptance speech.” Another audience member noted: “I am so pleased that Jessie Buckley has won a well-deserved BAFTA.”
This year’s BAFTAs delivered a massive surprise when British actor Robert Aramayo triumphed over Hollywood icons Leonardo DiCaprio and Timothée Chalamet in the Leading Actor category. Wunmi Mosaku and Sean Penn won the supporting categories earlier in the ceremony, whilst One Battle After Another claimed the prize for Best Film.
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