Adele may be worth millions – but she would rather be sat at home eating spaghetti hoops than guzzling Champagne at fancy parties. The south London singing sensation is determined to remain down to earth, despite having won 106 awards, nine Grammys, a Golden Globe and now an Oscar. Last week the 24-year-old new mum … Continued

I had no idea who they were either until I went to Tobago, and now I can never forget them. On an empty, moonlit beach I was stunned to see an enormous black shape emerge from the crashing waves, and slowly drag her 540 kilo bulk up the sand to lay her eggs. This is … Continued

The former England superstar will avoid frogs’ legs and garlic during his spell with Paris St Germain. Becks, 37, had the East End nosh flown out to him when he lived in Spain, playing for Real Madrid. And friends reckon he will do the same when he starts playing in France. Pal and pie maker … Continued

Lara and I arrived in a state of typical mother, daughter edgy tension. But the moment we turned into Chewton Glen’s sweeping drive, past the rolling lawns and glistening lake, a sense of calm descended on us. The hotel, on the edge of the New Forest, just a short walk to the beach, blends seamlessly … Continued

Gideon Raff, writer of hit C4 drama Homeland, tells Sharon Feinstein Gilad Schalit’s surprise visit to the set in Israel left cast and crew stunned “Can I get a photo of myself choking you?” Gilad Schalit asked Iranian actor Navid Negahban, who plays terrorist Abu Nazir in the hit TV show Homeland. And he did. … Continued

As you step out onto the top of the building, with the sprawl of Bangkok below, it’s one of those moments you’ll always remember, a kind of wonder of the world. The 360 degree view from Vertigo Grill & Moon Bar, perched on the 61st floor of Bangkok’s Banyan Tree Hotel, is awe inspiring, especially … Continued

The moment you turn into Chewton Glen’s sweeping drive, past the rolling lawns and glistening lake, a sense of calm descends on you.The warm staff welcome was so heartening we couldn’t help smiling. And what with our car whisked away, coats taken, and before long even our dirty boots polished to perfection, we gave ourselves … Continued

It was the day the happiest face in pop was creased with anguish. Harry Styles was unable to hold back the tears when his father sat him down and broke the news he was going to leave. For the seven-year-old boy destined to become one of the biggest stars on the planet – it felt … Continued