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He never meant to be known as the ‘Nation’s Choirmaster.’ But for BBC star Gareth Malone – who shot to fame on reality series The Choir – it’s opened up a world of opportunity.Here Gareth talks about life on the road, devoted fans and his TV acting debut ahead of his latest UK tour.If there’s anyone who knows about the power of song, it’s Gareth Malone. The musician had his doubts about England’s World Cup chances from the moment he saw Argentina belting out their national anthem. “I felt like you could tell the Argentinians!-->…

Millions of people are expected to be heading out on the roads as summer holidays begin, with this weekend expected to be the second-busiest since records began in 201617:02, 17 Jul 2026Updated 17:03, 17 Jul 2026Millions of Brits are set to hit the road this weekendDrivers have been told to prepare for the busiest summer weekend in four years as millions are expected to get out and make the most of the heat.The RAC estimates 14.1 million people will hit the road across the weekend - the second highest number of people since…

MP Patrick Spencer, 38, who was accused of touching the breasts of two women at London's Groucho Club, has been found not guilty of sexual assault16:39, 17 Jul 2026Updated 16:52, 17 Jul 2026View 4 ImagesPatrick Spencer (Image: Aaron Chown/PA Wire)MP Patrick Spencer broke down in tears as he was cleared by a jury of sexually assaulting two women at London’s Groucho Club after insisting that he just wanted to give them a hug.The politician, 38, who was elected as Conservative MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich in 2024,!-->…

A wild robot hurled precise kicks and strikes at its handlers in a bizarre outburst on its first day at work. Shocked workers rushed to restrain the robot while it seemingly caused chaos16:45, 17 Jul 2026Updated 16:45, 17 Jul 2026Indonesia: CCTV shows robot kicking out wildly at its handlersA rogue robot appeared to go berserk on its first day at work as it launched a series of kung fu kicks at its startled handlers.CCTV footage showed the silver robot, named Joko Prabuwesi, flailing wildly before unleashing a spinning kick…