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Laufey on making jazz cool again (and the fish that brought out her inner rage)
Sat, 02 May 2026 23:05:34 GMT
The Icelandic star reflects on a phenomenal year, and the music video that let her go "primal".
Star-studded line-up announced for Celebrity Traitors series two
Sat, 02 May 2026 10:53:57 GMT
Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, and Eastenders legend Ross Kemp are among the stars who will go head-to-head in the second series of The Celebrity Traitors.
Huge crowd attends free Shakira Copacabana beach concert
Sun, 03 May 2026 07:56:47 GMT
Shakira's appearance followed shows by Lady Gaga and Madonna, who have also performed on Copacabana beach in previous years.
Billie Eilish puts Manchester at centre of new 3D concert film
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:08:59 GMT
Teaming up with filmmaking giant James Cameron, the superstar creates a unique love letter to her fans.
Matthew Rhys says his only hope was the army - but it didn't want him
Sat, 02 May 2026 16:15:41 GMT
The star has come a long way since then with a starring role in Apple TV's Widow's Bay.
EastEnders star on the mental health story 'for everyone'
Fri, 01 May 2026 23:59:41 GMT
Aaron Thiara has been portraying Ravi Gulati in the soap in a story about complex PTSD.
Man charged after bomb hoax at Peter Kay show
Sat, 02 May 2026 21:50:38 GMT
Omar Majed, of Washwood Heath, Birmingham will appear in court on Monday, police said.
George Michael's Faith jacket sells for £176,400
Fri, 01 May 2026 10:52:18 GMT
The jacket was purchased by "a fan" and would remain in the UK, the auction house says.
Where's my Oscar? Eight times Academy Awards trophies have gone missing
Fri, 01 May 2026 20:06:07 GMT
From burglary to ransom, Oscar-winners like Frances McDormand, Jared Leto, Whoopi Goldberg and Olympia Dukakis have lost their coveted statuettes.
Should I Marry a Murderer? - the love story that uncovered a killer
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:20:46 GMT
True crime show follows a woman facing a life-changing dilemma after her fiancé makes a shock confession.
Irish actor and Banshees of Inisherin star Gary Lydon dies aged 61
Sun, 03 May 2026 21:11:29 GMT
Gary Lydon has been described as one of the finest actors in Ireland as well as a loving father.
When Attenborough met the gorillas - the story behind his iconic TV moment
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:05:56 GMT
Two new documentaries explore the the fascinating tale behind the defining image of Attenborough's career.
James McAvoy says filming in Wales fuelled his love for the outdoors
Fri, 01 May 2026 17:10:55 GMT
One of the Scottish actor's earliest roles was in the 2000 BBC costume drama Lorna Doone.
Graham Linehan's conviction for damaging trans activist's phone overturned
Fri, 01 May 2026 15:38:13 GMT
Linehan had previously been found guilty of criminal damage after a confrontation with a trans activist.
Oscars says AI actors and writing cannot win awards
Fri, 01 May 2026 22:30:59 GMT
The academy that controls the Oscars on Friday issued new award eligibility requirements around the use of artificial intelligence in film.
Life after winning Race Across the World
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:09:34 GMT
Alfie Watts' next goal involves one of the country's favourite shows.
Missing Oscar found after Academy Award winner blocked from taking it on flight
Fri, 01 May 2026 12:42:29 GMT
The airline said the Academy Award was safely in its care in Frankfurt and was arranging its return.
Spotify adds 'Verified' badges to distinguish human artists from AI
Fri, 01 May 2026 11:29:35 GMT
The music streaming platform will review criteria such as artists' live dates and social media presence.
How did Banksy put up a statue in central London?
Fri, 01 May 2026 11:00:53 GMT
The sculpture depicts a suited man walking forward off a plinth while carrying a flag that covers his face.
Love, lies, angry ghosts: Indians are bingeing on two-minute dramas
Fri, 01 May 2026 22:36:58 GMT
Some of India's biggest producers are eyeing investments in micro-dramas, which are now hugely popular.
From Gamestation to PlayStation: Actor Rahul Kohli on his dream role
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:37:46 GMT
His first job was selling games to customers, now he's starring in one of the biggest releases this year.
Zayn Malik cancels US tour and cuts UK dates after hospital bed photo shared
Fri, 01 May 2026 17:23:42 GMT
The former One Direction singer has taken to Instagram to update fans as he cuts his world tour dates
There was one way we'd agree to do Devil Wears Prada 2, says Meryl Streep
Fri, 01 May 2026 23:52:21 GMT
The sequel's stars on what's changed since the original, and why the film still resonates with women.