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Sex, scandal and power − down the centuries royal mistresses have held huge sway on the world's blue-blooded elite. A film was even made in 2023 about the life of Jeanne du Barry, who held the semi-official title of "chief mistress" to 18th century French king Louis XV, played by Johnny Depp.Actress Maïwenn Le Besco played Barry, who rose from poor prostitute to become a married member of the aristocracy, while also the monarch's favourite lover. She was later executed by guillotine for treason, aged 50, during the French…

EXCLUSIVE: Dentistry investigation suggests it is virtually impossible to get in as a new NHS patient at practices in most of England - apart from two regions16:40, 28 Jun 2026View 3 ImagesMost dentists aren't taking on new NHS patients, research suggests(Image: Getty Images)Fewer than one in ten dental practices are taking on new NHS patients, an investigation suggests.A probe of dental practices across the country indicates that it is almost impossible for adults to get in with an NHS dentist in most regions of the country…

Manchester United are yet to complete any signings so far this summer transfer window, despite Michael Carrick guiding the Premier League giants back into the Champions League16:00, 28 Jun 2026View 3 ImagesMan Utd-linked billionaire Jim Ratcliffe details meeting with Joel and Avram Glazer(Image: Getty)Manchester United chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe is facing a backlash from fans over the club's failure to make summer signings.Supporters have become angered after club bosses failed to add a new name to Michael Carrick's squad.…

Experts have warned that the hottest day the UK has ever seen could be right around the corner as a new - even hotter - heatwave looks set to take hold within the week.Sian Hewitt16:21, 28 Jun 2026View 3 ImagesThe UK will sizzle soon(Image: WXCHARTS)There's no break from the scorching weather that has seen schools shut and red warnings in place - as forecasters predict even higher temperatures to hit imminently.Experts have warned that the hottest day the UK has ever seen could be right around the corner as another heatwave…