The three-part series, scripted by Chris Chibnall, also stars Martin Freeman as Superintendent Battle, while Helena Bonham Carter plays Bundle's mother, Lady Caterham. Ms Bonham Carter lived for a number of years with her film directed husband Tim Burton in Sutton Courtenay, near Abingdon. She told Radio Times magazine: "I’m a fan of Agatha Christie, and of Chris Chibnall. Helena Bonham Carter in Seven Dials (Image: Netflix)The actress added: "I’ve always wanted to play Marple, who’s a great heroine. Agatha Christie (Image: Contributed)Ms Christie died on January 12, 1976 at home in Winterbrook, Wallingford.

Share prices in some of the biggest alcohol producers in the world, including Diageo and Pernod Ricard, have significantly underperformed in the market as consumer preferences shift, a new analysis has found. Diageo produces Guinness, Smithwick’s and Harp, while Pernod Ricard produces Jameson, Powers, and Redbreast whiskeys. The eight companies included Diageo, AB Inbev, Heineken, Pernod Ricard, Ambev, Constellation Brands, Carlsberg, and Asahi. Pernod Ricard and, to a lesser extent, Diageo and Heineken have also been hurt by stop-start Chinese demand and weak consumer confidence. Investors are clearly paying attention.”He pointed out Diageo, Pernod Ricard, and Heineken — which also produces Beamish and Murphy’s — were among the weakest performers among the eight companies analysed.

The University of North Carolina women’s tennis team's following recently received a massive boost much in thanks to its freshman star - and an NFL quarterback. However, Frey and the Tar Heels may owe some thanks to the San Francisco 49ers and their quarterback Brock Purdy too. UNC tennis freshman Anna Frey shot to viral fame for her likeness to quarterback Brock PurdyThe Utah native joined the Tar Heels' women's tennis program earlier this monthAnd it's all thanks to NFL star Purdy. The eerie likeness shot her to social media fame, which she has spun into lucrative NIL deals. 1-ranked valuation in women’s high school tennis and now sees her come in at sixth in the overall women's college sports ranking.

A Bangladeshi migrant who moved his family into the retirement home he has been living in without permission says evicting them would 'breach his human rights'. The case last came to court on August 4, last year, when Southern Housing sought to take possession of the flat. Southern Housing told how Haque had been moved into the property following a homelessness application he made to West Berkshire Council in July 2024. 'Southern Housing cannot just throw us out. 'If Southern Housing or West Berkshire Council can find us somewhere more suitable then we'll go.

One of Cork City FC’s most famous players — George O’Callaghan — was formally arrested and charged on Wednesday with the theft of more than €23,000 from a fitness centre where he worked about five years ago. Detective Garda Robert McCarthy arrested George O’Callaghan, of Lisduff, Whitechurch, Co Cork,for the purpose of charging him on Wednesday at Cork District Court. Sergeant John Dineen said the Director of Public Prosecutions directed trial by indictment at Cork Circuit Criminal Court or the entry of a signed plea of guilty by the accused. The case was sent forward from Cork District Court for sentencing at Cork Circuit Criminal Court on February 9. George O’Callaghan’s football career included a five-year period with Cork City FC from 2002, and a spell in the UK at Ipswich Town.

She described the current stalemate over the proposed budget as one of the most pressing issues facing the Stormont Executive. The larger Stormont parties met with Secretary of State Hilary Benn in a series of meetings in Belfast and London this week. Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn (Stefan Rousseau/PA)Finance Minister John O’Dowd published his draft spending plan for a multi-year budget last week and has sent the proposals out for public consultation. He said Northern Ireland must be funded according to need, and also emphasised a responsibility to cut any wasteful spending. “The UK Government remains committed to a stable and prosperous Northern Ireland and looks forward to the Executive agreeing a budget.”

Tiger Woods raised eyebrows during Tuesday's TGL match when he used a derogatory term to refer to his new teammate. However, it was Woods' controversial nickname for the young star that caught viewers' attention. The only way is up,' Woods told anchor Scott Van PeltHere is Tiger Woods calling new Jupiter Links TGL member Akshay Bhatia "Ashtray" in an interview with Scott Van Pelt. He turned down attending college in order to turn professional as a teenager, making his first PGA Tour start in 2019 at the age of 17. Woods underwent the procedure in the fall, marking the seventh time the 15-time major champion had an operation on his back.

Liverpool transfer news: Federico Chiesa set for sacrifice as shock swap deal suggestedLiverpool's January transfer window hasn't yet panned out as many supporters might have expected, although there's plenty of time remaining to strike dealsView 3 Images It remains to be seen whether Arne Slot will make moves in the January transfer window (Image: Getty Images)Liverpool continue to be dragged into conversations surrounding the January transfer window. ‌Shock swap deal suggestedIt's been a disappointing season by all accounts for the Reds, but particularly in the case of Ibrahima Konate. If I was head of recruitment at Liverpool, I think Konsa and Guehi would both be deals that provide good value for money. ‌"I’m sure he’s thinking he’ll be going to the likes of PSG or Real Madrid, but could there be a swap deal where Konsa goes to Liverpool and Konate goes to Aston Villa? Federico Chiesa's sacrificeAnother player whose future at Anfield remains uncertain is Federico Chiesa.

Ms McDonald said that although the woman was “terrified ... she didn’t give in to fear”. Ms McDonald said “it is very shocking that it was only after she was admitted to hospital that she started treatment. “The stress and the anxiety of having cancer, worrying about it growing and spreading but not being treated, got worse for her day by day,” said Ms McDonald. She offered to travel to other hospitals, but her wait continued until she presented at the emergency department in “significant pain”. “That is terrifying,” Ms McDonald said.

The scene after a construction crane fell on to a passenger train in Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand. Photograph: Ministry of Transport/APA train derailed in northeastern Thailand on Wednesday after a construction crane fell on ‍three of its carriages, killing at least 29 people, police said. Authorities said the last two train carriages were the most damaged in the incident. Photograph: Photograph: Nathathida Adireksarn/APTransport minister Piphat Ratchakitprakan said 195 people were on the train. In August 2024, a railway tunnel on the planned route, also in Nakhon Ratchasima, collapsed, killing three workers.

The government legislated more than 20 years ago to block the publication of current-year progression data from our second-level schools. It’s a statistical aberration – these schools have seemingly high college progression precisely because their Leaving Cert student numbers are declining. Under-reporting of progressionAlongside the problem of over-reporting of progression rates from some schools, our charts can also unfortunately underreport progression. For the previous year, 2024, TU Dublin admitted 4,626 students originating in Irish schools. Furthermore, a growing number of Irish students are seeking and accepting places in continental EU universities, particularly in the Netherlands.

The past six days have been bruising for Irish farmers. Irish farmers have built their businesses around that promise. Irish farmers know this. For decades, Irish farmers have jumped through the hoops of calendar farming, pinpoint rules, licences and gold-standard traceability. Small wonder farmers are asking what, exactly, they are being left with.

On Tuesday, Government officials insisted the plans were always to be optional despite Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer saying people “will not be able to work in the United Kingdom” without a digital ID. On Wednesday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves said there will still have to be digital identification checks but the Government was “relaxed” about what was used, including an e-visa or e-passport, describing reports of a U-turn as “overwritten”. Speaking to the Press Association on Wednesday, John Swinney – who has opposed the plans since they were announced – said: “I welcome the decision that the Prime Minister has come to to abandon what I thought was a foolhardy scheme of compulsory ID cards. “I thought it was flawed from the beginning and I’m glad the Prime Minister has now acknowledged that point.”Mr Swinney added: “I think the point of consistency that is now emerging from the Prime Minister is he’s always changing his mind. “I think this is about the 13th U-turn that the Prime Minister has undertaken, so I think it’s just another illustration of why people are supporting the trusted leadership of the Scottish National Party Government here in Scotland, because we deliver what we promise.”

Dishes include a quarter rotisserie chicken, cheese burger and chips or chicken wings and fries. Thyme Restaurant, Custume Place, Athlone thymerestaurant.ieNamed by Irish Times food writer Corinna Hardgrave as potentially the best Sunday lunch in Ireland, the bib gourmand-winning restaurant offers a value menu. While not a January special, the value menu offers five courses for €50. La Gordita, 6 Montague Street, Dublin 2, lagordita.ieIf you are looking for something luxurious, look no further than La Gordita’s Chuletón Tuesday. This Michelin bib gourmand spot offers 800g rib-eye on the bone for sharing for €70.

By Carla Feric, Press Association Entertainment ReporterFormer Coronation Street actress Sally Ann Matthews will join the cast of Here & Now: The Steps Musical for its Ireland tour this year. Here & Now: The Steps Musical is based on the songs of chart-topping pop group Steps and follows character Caz and her group of friends on their quest for a summer of love. She will join The Steps Musical cast members, including West End actresses Lara Denning and Jacqui Dubois, who play Caz and Vel respectively. The stage musical premiered in November 2024 and its UK tour began in August 2025. Matthews will join the tour of Here & Now: The Steps Musical on January 23rd for its performance at Southampton’s Mayflower Theatre.