Was the ‘It Girl’ of US chess in the 1980s the inspiration for Netflix hit The Queen’s Gambit?

It’s the unlikely hit drama exploring the world of competitive chess, with its star in line for awards after her gripping performance as the glamorous genius who destroys her opponents. But what many of those hooked on The Queen’s Gambit won’t realise is that chess prodigy Beth Harmon is based on a real person. Some … Read more

Lily James is spotted kissing rocker Michael Shuman from debauched US band Queens of the Stone Age

Downton he ain’t: Lily James is spotted kissing rocker Michael Shuman from debauched US band Queens of the Stone Age notorious for on-stage nudity Actress Lily James has been spotted kissing American rock star Michael Shuman  Shuman is a member of Queens Of The Stone Age, notorious for on-stage nudity He is reportedly staying at … Read more

Wealthy family offer £250 per HOUR for a chess tutor after success of The Queen’s Gambit

Cheque mate! Wealthy London family offer to pay £250 an HOUR for a maths and chess tutor to teach their eight-year-old son – in wake of success of Netflix show The Queen’s Gambit ‘VIP’ family from London offer £250 an hour for a chess tutor for their son, eight The advert posted by a Family … Read more

Emma Watkins leads the celebrity arrivals at the opening night of Drummer Queens

Yellow Wiggle Emma Watkins dressed to impress as she attended the opening night of Drummer Queens in Sydney on Wednesday. The 31-year-old looked effortlessly elegant as she showed off her slim figure in a long white floral dress. Emma teamed the stylish frock with a pair of red shoes and wore thick framed black glasses. All … Read more

Princess Eugenie gives birth: Queen’s granddaughter welcomed 8lb 1oz baby boy

Breaking news: Princess Eugenie gives birth: Queen’s granddaughter welcomed 8lb 1oz baby boy with husband Jack Brooksbank Princess Eugenie has given birth to her first child, a baby boy born this morning at The Portland Hospital The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh , The Duke of York, Sarah, Duchess of York , and Mr and … Read more

Queen’s Crown Estate sells off lucrative rights to offshore wind farms

By Steve Doughty for the Daily Mail Lawyers for the Queen lobbied ministers to alter a draft law so that her private wealth could be kept secret, newly-uncovered records have suggested. Legislation was changed so that any ‘potentially embarrassing’ investments she held could be concealed from the public, it was alleged. The incident, which happened almost … Read more

EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Queen’s grandson puts a sixth of staff at his horse racing business on furlough 

The Queen’s grandson Peter Phillips — who appeared in a cringe-making television advert for Chinese milk claiming, ‘This is what I drink’ — is using his nous to keep his business in the running during lockdown. For I can reveal that Princess Anne’s son has quietly taken advantage of the Government’s scheme to help businesses … Read more

Queen’s Don’t Stop Me Now is our favourite motivational song, new poll reveals 

Queen hit is the king of feelgood tunes: Don’t Stop Me Now is our favourite motivational song, new poll reveals Queen’s single ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’ was voted song most likely to boost mood  It was followed by ABBA’s Dancing Queen and Bon Jovi’s Livin’ On A Prayer  85% of people polled said music was … Read more

Family of Queen’s late cousin Lady Elizabeth Anson make a film about her life

Forget a photo album or a collection of precious keepsakes, remembering the life of a loved one has taken a decidedly Hollywood turn.  Well-heeled families are paying six-figure sums to have the life and times of a loved one crafted into a one-of-a-kind biopic, complete with archive footage and interviews with relatives.  Among them is … Read more

Queens Cross Dudley shooting: West Midland Police investigate as man hospitalised in gun incident

Man in his 30s is fighting for life in hospital after he was gunned down in shooting in Dudley He was ‘found with serious injuries and is in a critical condition in hospital’ Police were called to a high street area in the West Midlands town after midnight A cordon has been put in place … Read more