Robin Cottle

Alan Titchmarsh recommends five August gardening tasks to help gardens recover from prolonged heatwaves: pruning climbers such as wisteria and climbing roses, planting evergreen hedges, starting or replenishing a compost heap, planting ornamental grasses, and being patient with heat-damaged plants. He stresses keeping new hedges watered, mixing compost ingredients to accelerate decomposition, and allowing lawns and other plants time to recover when rain returns.

Martin Clunes has not ruled out returning as the titular doctor in a future Doc Martin Christmas special, answering “maybe” when asked about the possibility on Gyles Brandreth’s Rosebud podcast. The original ITV series ended with its tenth season and 2022 Christmas special after an 18-year run, reportedly to avoid becoming stale, although Clunes has previously said a feature film remains possible. He has also appeared as the father of Josh Charles’s character in the American adaptation Best Medicine and recently took roles in Wuthering Heights and Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards.

YouTube food reviewer Sam Wilder compared Aldi Specially Selected with the premium ranges of Tesco, Lidl and Asda over 48 hours of meals costing £44.50. He named Aldi the clear frontrunner, praising its flavour, variety and value, while finding it comparable in quality to Tesco and Asda and better than Lidl. The final meal's Wagyu steak and especially sweet, zesty tomatoes were particular highlights.

Haelwyn Adams, 41, was diagnosed with stage-four colon cancer during her 20-week pregnancy after years of stomach pain were attributed to period pain, IBS, stress and IVF-related symptoms. She chose to continue the pregnancy, underwent surgery, and gave birth to her daughter Magnolia Sunshine at 32 weeks before beginning treatment. Although she was briefly cancer-free, the disease returned in her liver and treatment is now focused on management rather than cure. Adams and her husband Luke have launched a £150,000 JustGiving appeal to help protect their daughter and family from the financial impact of her illness.

Delta Goodrem, who is joining the 24th series of Strictly Come Dancing, has asked BBC producers to pair her with a professional dancer taller than she is because she does not want to lift anyone. She describes the show as a chance to learn a new skill and says she is embracing a year of saying yes. The article also reports on Amy Dowden's continuing health difficulties following breast-cancer treatment, including menopausal symptoms, hot flushes, sleep problems and bone issues.

YouTube food critic Gary Hanna visited Ynyshir Restaurant and Rooms in Eglwys Fach, Ceredigion, which is regarded as one of Wales’ best restaurants and charges at least £450 plus VAT per person. He awarded the two-Michelin-starred restaurant a 10-star review and called it the best dining experience he had experienced, praising its 30-course menu, Welsh ingredients, Asian influences and setting. However, he also described the roughly £540 bill as ridiculous and acknowledged that some dishes did not suit his tastes. The meal lasted more than five hours and included six desserts, making Ynyshir an extravagant experience aimed at serious food enthusiasts.

Abbey Clancy suggested on The Therapy Crouch podcast that she would love to have a newborn again, raising the possibility of a fifth child with Peter Crouch. Crouch appeared surprised and has previously said their family was complete at four children. The couple also discussed their relationship while separated during Crouch's World Cup broadcasting work, and Clancy recounted how their daughter Sophia caused concern at US immigration after making a joke about fingerprints and guns.

Paul Rees, identified as The Stig, describes believing Andrew Flintoff had died when their Morgan Super 3 overturned during filming at Dunsfold Aerodrome in 2022, causing Flintoff severe facial and rib injuries and leading to a multimillion‑pound BBC settlement. Rees, who also suffered serious injuries and PTSD, is pursuing legal action against the BBC, which disputes his claims. Flintoff has previously spoken of ongoing trauma, while Top Gear remains suspended indefinitely amid uncertainty about its future.

Anton Du Beke describes the emotional strain of his wife Hannah Summers’ battle with endometriosis and the difficulties they faced pursuing IVF before welcoming twins in 2017. He reflects on the physical and emotional burdens of treatment, calls for greater investment in women’s health, and expresses admiration for Hannah’s resilience.

Fern Britton returns to ITV for a new series of Inside the Vets, reuniting with former This Morning production colleagues for the first time since her 2009 departure. She reflects on the end of her partnership with Phillip Schofield without revisiting details, wishing him well despite past tensions. The piece outlines personal losses, her separation from Phil Vickery, and her move to Cornwall, while highlighting her contentment with her current life and lack of interest in dating.

Reports from royal insiders describe Queen Camilla’s discomfort with her queenly title before Charles’s accession and her candid exchanges with him, contrasting her informal nature with royal protocol. Anecdotes highlight her humour, background, and long‑standing connection with the King, while noting that Princes William and Harry initially struggled to accept her. A birthday gift from Charles and commentary from royal biographers further illustrate her personality and relationship dynamics within the royal family.

Coleen Nolan discusses financial strain and feelings of guilt over the possibility of her daughter Ciara and her family moving out of the farm where they all live. She worries about covering the cost of staff to maintain the property and care for her rescue animals when work commitments take her away. Nolan explains that her financial pressures increased after relocating to the farm and separating from partner Michael Jones, though she still considers the property her happy place. Ciara also admits feeling guilty about leaving despite being an adult with her own family.

Gabby Logan described how running helped her cope with the death of her brother Daniel, explaining that time alone provided the space she needed to process her grief. Speaking on her podcast with Sophie Raworth, she reflected on how running offered both solitude and community when needed. She also recounted her daughter Lois’s past experiences with bullying and a striking moment of self-awareness from a peer during a school trial day, noting the emotional difficulty for parents who learn of such struggles only after the fact.

Spencer Matthews says the intense commitment required to build his alcohol‑free drinks company CleanCo created strain in his marriage to Vogue Williams, describing periods of sleeplessness and obsessive work habits. The couple, expecting their fourth child, continue navigating the challenges of public life, while Williams recently discussed confronting an online troll who had repeatedly sent her abusive messages.