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'Pinch me moment' for optometrist painted by Hockney
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:09:45 GMT
Optometrist Jack Lupton, from Malvern, says seeing his painting in a gallery is "pretty phenomenal".
Len Deighton obituary: How a cookery cartoonist became a master spy writer
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:48:29 GMT
Best-selling spy author whose workaday secret agents were a world away from the glamour of James Bond.
Playing Huw Edwards a challenge on a number of levels - Martin Clunes
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:08:50 GMT
Wuthering Heights star Martin Clunes plays the former BBC newsreader in a new Channel 5 series.
Jessie Buckley, Michael B Jordan and One Battle After Another reign at Oscars
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:58 GMT
Paul Thomas Anderson's political thriller wins six prizes including best picture and best director.
Dune releases new trailer as it gears up for box office battle with Avengers
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:33:50 GMT
The final part of the sci-fi trilogy is set to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the year.
'It's a tie, I'm not joking' - unusual Oscars moment sees two films share award
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:47:47 GMT
The rare but not unprecedented tie saw The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva both win for best short live action film.
Sony removes 135,000 'deepfakes' of its artists' music
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:19:41 GMT
The company says the proliferation of AI has enabled people to upload fake songs to streaming sites.
How to watch the Oscar-winning films
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:19:41 GMT
One Battle After Another, Sinners and Frankenstein were among the winners at Sunday's Academy Awards.
Why the B-52s are trading their Love Shack for Downton Abbey
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:42:18 GMT
The new wave pranksters plan a final visit to the UK, with detours to their favourite TV show sets.
KPop Demon Hunters to return as Netflix announces sequel
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 03:15:44 GMT
The sequel brings back the co-directors of the first film, which was a smash-hit for the streaming service.
'Babe, they're AI' - Zendaya says it wasn't just fans fooled by fake wedding photos
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:29:29 GMT
The star has spoken about the viral images that appeared to show her marrying partner Tom Holland.
'Hate-watch classic' War of the Worlds sweeps Razzie Awards
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 04:34:30 GMT
Ice Cube's alien invasion adaptation receives five Razzies, which go to the year's worst movies.
From Mr Nobody to Oscar winner: How one man took on Putin
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 01:36:39 GMT
Pavel Talankin's film Mr Nobody Against Putin already won a Bafta, and is now is an Oscar winner.
Government backtracks on AI and copyright after outcry from major artists
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:24:39 GMT
However, the government's position is now unclear, saying it "no longer has a preferred option" for what to do next.
Historic firsts, emotional speeches, and a tie: Watch the top Oscars moments
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:15:43 GMT
One Battle After Another dominated the night with six awards, while Sinners and Frankenstein weren't far behind.
Ryan Gosling on bringing humour to sci-fi adventure Project Hail Mary
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:53:59 GMT
The Canadian actor stars as a science teacher turned astronaut in sci-fi film Project Hail Mary.
Creed to Sinners: Michael B Jordan's road to Oscars recognition
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:14:54 GMT
The 39-year-old has spent more than two decades acting and picked up the award for best actor at the Oscars.
Watch: Sean Penn receives 'Oscar' in Ukraine after skipping US ceremony
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:04:26 GMT
The Academy Award winning US actor won his third Oscar on Sunday, but skipped the ceremony to visit Ukraine.
And the burger goes to... Michael B Jordan marks Oscars win at In-N-Out
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:41:58 GMT
Hours after winning best actor, Jordan joins an exclusive list of famous faces to celebrate an Oscar victory with a burger.
Meet the director nominated for two Oscars for two different films
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:19:59 GMT
Getting nominated once for an Academy Award is a feat but Geeta Gandbhir is nominated twice this year - for two separate films.
Oscars 2026: How are the winners decided?
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:21:33 GMT
Kate Razzle looks at how the winners will be chosen for Sunday night's Oscars, where several cateorgories are too close to call.
Michael Sheen to replace Richard Osman as House of Games quiz show host
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:58:00 GMT
He will replace Richard Osman, who has presented House Of Games for the last nine years.
BBC comedy spotlights a romantic dilemma some disabled people face
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:09:39 GMT
Co-creator and star of We Might Regret This, Kyla Harris on delving into issues rarely seen on screen.
BBC urges court to dismiss Trump Panorama lawsuit
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:02:23 GMT
The US president is suing for defamation over the way Panorama spliced together parts of a speech he made.
Key Oscars moments as snubbed Chalamet becomes butt of jokes
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:32:03 GMT
Here's what happened inside the winners room and other insights from the biggest night in Hollywood.
Morrissey 'too tired' to perform, and 12 other excuses for cancelled concerts
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:09:00 GMT
From ham sandwiches to cat-induced injuries, here are some of the excuses for gigs being cancelled.
The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:03:26 GMT
Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.
Actress says being cast as Regina George is 'monumental'
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:25:17 GMT
Vivian Panka is the first black actress to play the character full-time in in the UK production of Mean Girls.
Who is Banksy? Unmasking the elusive street artist
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:45:14 GMT
The anonymous street artist has become synonymous with subversion, satire and secrecy.
Blackpool, Ipswich, Milton Keynes among nine finalists for UK City of Culture 2029
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:03:34 GMT
The nine-strong longlist of places will receive a £60,000 boost of funding to develop a full bid plan.
Maya Jama: 'My dream acting role is to play a monster or villain'
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:59:10 GMT
The Love Island host explains why she is keen to move into acting after joining the cast of The Gentlemen.
Oscars 2026: Winners list in full
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:43:48 GMT
Find out which films and stars have won the famous golden statuettes at the ceremony in Los Angeles.
Government increases BBC World Service funding by £33m over three years
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:00:04 GMT
The funding increase is about 8% up on the previous financial year, the government will announce on Thursday.
Prince William joins Greg James on Comic Relief bike ride
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:34:38 GMT
The Radio 1 Breakfast host was joined by a special guest on the latest leg of his charity challenge.
Tina Fey, Riz Ahmed and Jamie Dornan named Saturday Night Live UK hosts
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:57:56 GMT
The six-episode series, based on the long-running US variety show, will launch on 21 March.
'I imagine they had a healthy sex life early on' - Jones and Grant in Austen-inspired drama
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:50:48 GMT
Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant star in new BBC comedy drama The Other Bennet Sister
Russell Kane to star in Romeo and Juliet reboot
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:28:26 GMT
Comedian Russell Kane will be treading the boards as part of the New Vic's 40th anniversary year.
Claudia Winkleman's new chat show splits critics
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:49:09 GMT
Jeff Goldblum, Vanessa Williams, Jennifer Saunders and Tom Allen starred in the inaugural episode.
Did Louis Theroux's manosphere documentary change anyone's mind?
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:37:08 GMT
A group of young men and others who keep track of the online space say if they think the documentary will have an impact.
Watch: Timothée Chalamet, Michael B Jordan turn heads on Oscars red carpet
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:30:53 GMT
Hollywood’s biggest stars turned heads on the red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards