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Twenty goals and a burning yellow card - the best bits from Sidemen charity match

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:57:56 GMT

A sold-out Wembley Stadium watched the Sidemen FC charity match, which raised £6.2 million.

Jessie Ware on the 'hyper-surreal' high of her first arena tour

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:30:17 GMT

The singer will play three UK arenas later this year, 14 years after her first album came out.

'The weapons were loud, but there was always music': Sudanese band play on through the war

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:09:49 GMT

One of Sudan's most popular bands, Aswat Almadina, recall being in the studio when the war broke out three years ago.

TV stars renovating Welsh chapel into dream home 'here for good'

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:34:10 GMT

Keith Brymer Jones and Marj Hogarth are on a quest to transform a 163-year-old chapel in north Wales.

'It terrified me': Richard Gadd on his follow-up to Baby Reindeer

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:31:07 GMT

Gadd's new six-part drama explores the breakdown of the "unshakable" bond between two Glaswegian men.

Rachel Zegler's heroes, Brian Cranston's nap schedule and more moments from the Olivier Awards

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:13:28 GMT

The 50th Oliviers at the Royal Albert Hall provided some memorable conversations away from the ceremony.

'Tori Amos tracked me down to say she loved my art'

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:15:49 GMT

The singer bought several items designed by Glasgow artist Anita Glass and wanted to tell her how much she liked them.

The Pitt star on 'graphic' reality of hit show and rumours Clooney helped him get role

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:28:19 GMT

Gerran Howell is yet to get to the bottom of claims that George Clooney helped him secure his part.

Sir Anthony Hopkins turns town into 'Hollywood scene' for new film

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:08:09 GMT

Hundreds gathered to see Sir Anthony play a leading role in his next film, A Visit To Grandpa's.

In pictures: Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett and Paddington on Oliviers red carpet

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:10:51 GMT

Stage stars posed for pictures ahead of a night of celebration for UK theatre at the Royal Albert Hall.

Madonna joins Sabrina Carpenter to surprise Coachella

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:32:54 GMT

The Queen of Pop makes a guest appearance during the Espresso singer's headline set.

Coachella campers are turning tents fancy - and not all Brits are happy

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:05:09 GMT

Campers are being judged for over-the-top tent set ups at this year's festival in California.

Beckhams have 'always tried to be best parents', Victoria says after Brooklyn row

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:57:15 GMT

Victoria says she and David have always tried to "protect" their children, following a rift with their son.

'Working for Ariana Grande shows dreams can come true'

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 09:16:59 GMT

Bristol hairdresser Carl Bembridge regularly works with celebrities from all over the world.

Avengers reassemble and Top Gun flies back - Hollywood studios preview their new movies

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:30:34 GMT

Some of the most hotly anticipated new films of the next couple of years are previewed at CinemaCon.

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:55:31 GMT

The US actress will star opposite Richard E Grant in a new production of Noel Coward's comedy Hay Fever.

Alec Baldwin to face civil trial over Rust film set shooting

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:08:23 GMT

The criminal case against the actor was dismissed in 2024.

U2 among mourners at funeral of 'first lady of Celtic music' Moya Brennan

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:52:32 GMT

The singer came to prominence when she began performing with her family in the group Clannad, which formed in 1970.

Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering teenage girl

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:46:44 GMT

The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.

Former Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter Andy Kershaw dies aged 66

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:08:18 GMT

The broadcaster was known for his eclectic taste and for helping champion world music on BBC Radio 1.

Is the UK finally waking up to the power of video games?

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:56:11 GMT

The UK's biggest video games awards cap off a week of big announcements, but will they change anything?

Euphoria is back with more shock and scandal, but mixed reviews

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:03:12 GMT

Many critics say the third season of the hit HBO drama doesn't live up to its previous heights.

Stormzy's stab vest goes on display in landmark exhibition of black British music

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:08:12 GMT

The Banksy-designed vest features alongside artefacts from Shirley Bassey, Sade and Craig David.

Singer appeals after car with medical equipment is stolen

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:22:35 GMT

Jesy Nelson offers a £10,000 reward for the recovery of her car, which had medical equipment inside.

Clair Obscur takes top Bafta Games Award but misses out on clean sweep

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:37:04 GMT

The French role-playing game is crowned at another ceremony - but takes just a handful of awards home.