Features and culture coverage from MorningTimes.uk: lifestyle, society and the stories shaping everyday Britain.
You’ve probably seen Ilia Topuria everywhere—UFC champion, social media phenomenon, and the subject of endless questions about his wealth, nationality, and health. This article cuts through the noise with verified facts and a clear look at what’s known and what’s still uncertain about El Matador. Age: 28 (born January 21, 1997) · Height: 5 ft … Read more
For someone who moves millions with his voice, Andrea Bocelli often seems to be listening to a world the rest of us can’t hear. Born with impaired vision and completely blind since age 12, the Italian tenor turned a childhood accident into a career that has sold over 90 million records worldwide. Born: 22 September … Read more
It’s rare for a band to sell 385 million records and still leave fans wondering what happened to the people behind the songs. For ABBA, that curiosity has never faded—partly because their music remains inescapable, and partly because Agnetha, Björn, Benny, and Anni-Frid took strikingly different paths once the spotlight dimmed. The story of each … Read more
Few pop groups have left a mark as distinctive as ABBA — four Swedish musicians whose harmonies defined an era and whose personal lives have fascinated fans for decades, from a Eurovision win to marriages, divorces, and even a royal title. This article breaks down who they are, how their lives unfolded, and where they … Read more
Tom Hanks has been Hollywood’s most dependable leading man for more than three decades—but that steady smile hides a life full of unexpected twists. When he announced his type 2 diabetes diagnosis in 2013, it was just one chapter of a far more layered story. Full name: Thomas Jeffrey Hanks · Born: July 9, 1956 … Read more
When Pasha Kovalev first stepped onto the Strictly Come Dancing floor in 2011, he was the quiet professional with the dazzling footwork. A decade later, he has traded the glitterball trophy for playdates with his two daughters and a touring show he built from scratch. Age: 46 · Birthplace: Russia · Strictly series: nine (2011–2019) … Read more
Few fictional worlds have captured young readers’ imaginations quite like the one Rick Riordan built around a modern-day demigod named Percy Jackson. Since The Lightning Thief hit shelves in 2005, the franchise has expanded to 18 books, two movie adaptations, and a Disney+ series that has already been renewed for two more seasons. This guide … Read more
For millions of Game of Thrones fans, Emilia Clarke will always be the Mother of Dragons. But her real‑life story has its own dramatic turns — surviving two life‑threatening brain aneurysms, then building a charity that helps others recover from similar injuries. This article answers the most common questions about her health, relationships, and career, … Read more
Patrick McGoohan, the Irish-American actor who created The Prisoner, was offered the role of James Bond in 1962 — and said no. His reasons reveal the man behind the screen, and his own enigmatic creation remains a cult touchstone decades later. Born: March 19, 1928 · Died: January 13, 2009 · Nationality: Irish-American · Known … Read more
Anna Richardson’s career has been defined by two very different headlines: a libel case against Arnold Schwarzenegger and hosting a naked dating show. From a high-profile legal battle to a very public breakup with comedian Sue Perkins, here’s everything you need to know about the TV personality, her legal battle, weight-loss journey, and what she’s … Read more