Johnny Depp cast as iconic British literary role in all-new adaptation of much-loved Christmas classic
Johnny Depp has reportedly been tapped to play Ebenezer Scrooge in a new big-screen adaptation of A Christmas Carol. AdThe 62-year-old actor is set to tackle the role in a new take on the Charles Dickens story, which is titled Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, for Paramount Plus, according to Deadline. If Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol does materialise, it will mark Depp’s biggest role in years, following his defamation lawsuit victory in 2022. Pirates of the Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer recently suggested there's a possibility that Depp could reprise his role as Captain Jack Sparrow in a sixth entry in the franchise. "It’s all about what’s on the page, as we all know..."We are still working on a screenplay.
Source:The Times
October 24, 2025 18:56 UTC
Is Tesla being held hostage by Musk’s $1 trillion demand?
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October 24, 2025 16:40 UTC
Kim Kardashian to appear on The Graham Norton Show tonight with Emmy-winning stars as she shares glossy new project with UK
The Graham Norton Show is gearing up to welcome a starry line-up tonight led by Kim Kardashian. AdThe reality star and businesswoman will appear on the BBC One chat show to talk about her upcoming drama series All’s Fair, in which she plays a high-powered divorce attorney. Actress Rachel Zegler will also be chatting to Graham about her recent award-winning performance as Evita on the West End. The Graham Norton Show airs on Friday 24th October at 10:40pm on BBC One. Add The Graham Norton Show to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more.
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October 24, 2025 16:21 UTC
Rishi Sunak: ‘My friends don’t dare tell me if they vote Reform’
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October 24, 2025 11:31 UTC
King Charles hosts Zelensky at Windsor Castle
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October 24, 2025 11:10 UTC
Times letters: Purpose and timeline of the Covid-19 inquiry
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October 24, 2025 09:17 UTC
UK dog owners issued urgent deadly parasite warning
As the months get colder and for that matter, wetter, our four-legged furry friends still require getting their daily exercise. 🦔 — Dawn Williams (@estrellia) October 21, 2025Dr Brian Faulkner (BVM&S, FRCVS), practising vet at Petplan , shares: “Lungworm thrives in damp conditions. "Slugs and snails, which carry the parasite larvae, are much more active when it's wet, posing an increased risk to dogs if ingested. Signs to look out for include:CoughingUpset stomachTirednessStruggles breathingPale gums and bleedingDr Brian adds, “It’s good practice to ensure that your dog is receiving regular worming treatments. So, if you decide to go for a walk in the rain or wet weather this autumn, be cautious and keep a lookout.
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October 24, 2025 09:04 UTC
Why everyone should visit Jane Austen’s garden
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October 24, 2025 08:57 UTC
UK seeks one in, one out deals with Germany, Belgium and Netherlands
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October 24, 2025 08:57 UTC
Inside the 'Sex Warfare' Threat: How Chinese, Russian Spies Are Targeting America's Innovation Hub
The female spies form romantic relationships and even marry their targets to gain access to confidential information, the Times (UK) report said. Chinese and Russian operatives are using "sex warfare" - a covert campaign using seduction and psychological manipulation - to infiltrate America's technology industry and extract sensitive trade secrets, according to a report by The Times (UK). The revelations reignited global concerns over espionage, national security, and the vulnerability of Silicon Valley, the heart of global innovation. The female spies form romantic relationships and even marry their targets to gain access to confidential information, the report said. The report mentioned another incident involving a “beautiful” Russian woman who married an American aerospace engineer while working on defense-related projects.
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October 24, 2025 06:10 UTC
Harrow Air Cadets win £1,000 worth of goods from Selco
The 1454 Harrow Squadron of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets, based in South Harrow, was chosen as one of five winners in Selco Builders Warehouse’s Community Heroes scheme for August. "The cadets need somewhere they can try new experiences, make friends and build skills that will last them a lifetime. Simon Humpage, head of multi-channel marketing at Selco, said: "The RAF Air Cadets in south Harrow is another brilliant winner of our Community Heroes campaign, which is all about celebrating the work in local areas. "We have had so many entries so the judging was so difficult, but 1454 Harrow Squadron were a clear standout, and we are delighted to provide them with the materials to improve its facilities." Selco’s Community Heroes scheme will produce 40 winners in total this year.
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October 24, 2025 05:05 UTC
No Reform triumph, but Caerphilly signals deeper woes for Labour
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October 24, 2025 03:49 UTC
Storm Benjamin blocks trains - travel recap
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October 24, 2025 01:37 UTC
Christian exile condemns China’s ways
On 1 October, the OHCHR issued a statement: “UN experts urge China to end repression of Uyghur and cultural expression of minorities”. The “enforced disappearance” of Rahile Dawut, a Uyghur ethnographer and cultural scholar, was also condemned. The statement was issued by a group of experts who included the special rapporteur in the field of cultural rights, Alexandra Xanthaki. In 2023, he convened the first conference of the World Uyghur Christian Union, held at St Matthew’s, Westminster, where speakers explored the Christian history of the Uyghurs, which predates the rise of Islam. His aim was to explore “the possibility and feasibility of resuscitating the Christian faith among the now predominantly Muslims Uyghurs”.
Source:The Times
October 24, 2025 01:20 UTC
100 years ago: Prayer Book revision again
ON THE eve of this week’s momentous meeting of bishops the Morning Post published a leading article bidding them leave the Prayer Book alone, and our contemporary has since printed letters from its Protestant readers characterized neither by good temper nor by good sense. It is only “flabby Christians”, we are told, who desire an enriched Prayer Book, and another Morning Post Protestant scornfully refers to the authorities of the Church as “time serving and compromising”. As might have been expected the Times has been far more reasonable and dignified. Its leading article showed a real appreciation of the difficulties of the situation and of the responsibilities that rest with the bishops. The Church Times digital archive is available free to subscribers.
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October 24, 2025 01:20 UTC