Six National Finalists Revealed For New Local Hero 2026 Live Finale
Six national finalists have been revealed for the Local Hero 2026 live finale on East Coast FM.
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Babydoll singer gives Wales its first UK number one in 15 years
Welsh singer Jamie Miller has become the first Welsh artist in 15 years to top the UK singles chart, with his viral hit Babydoll. The track grew after a TikTok dance trend and a boost from actress Jennifer Love Hewitt, and Miller said it was the biggest moment of his life.
Matilda celebrates 15 years as West End success story
The musical Matilda, which began as a Christmas production in Stratford-upon-Avon, is marking 15 years in London's West End. It has been seen by more than 12 million people worldwide and has won more than 100 international awards.
What books had people turning pages and turning up the volume this year?
Libraries NI data shows which books Northern Ireland readers borrowed most over the past year, with thrillers, self-help titles and Harry Potter proving especially popular. Audiobooks outpaced physical loans, and young readers continued to enjoy classic series and stories.