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Chappell Roan hits back at criticism over Grammys speech

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:04:27 GMT

The Good Luck, Babe! singer used her acceptance speech to call for better rights and protections for artists.

'London theatre has never been better'

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 06:13:12 GMT

Actor Brian Cox on his love of the London stage ahead of his return to the Theatre Royal Haymarket.

Watch: David Hockney's iPad paintings in new exhibition

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 15:19:13 GMT

The artist's digital creations are being shown as part of Bradford's Capital Of Culture celebrations.

Jermaine Jenas says he is returning to talkSport 'a better person'

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:52:40 GMT

The presenter said he has been "making some improvements" after his BBC sacking for "inappropriate messages".

Gino D'Acampo's ITV shows removed from schedule

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:21:15 GMT

Family Fortunes and Secrets of the South are pulled as the chef faces inappropriate behaviour claims.

Football Manager 25 cancelled after two delays

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:17:34 GMT

Developer Sports Interactive says the 2025 edition was "too far away from the standards" fans deserve.

Banksy's goat artwork removed from London building

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 14:38:33 GMT

The painting has been removed while work on the building takes place but its future home is unclear.

Asa Butterfield: After Sex Education I wanted to do something different

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 10:50:33 GMT

The Sex Education actor makes his theatre debut in a one-man show about "that sliding doors moment".

'More than I'd ever have won' - Traitors finalist on Mencap donations

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 16:07:23 GMT

Traitors finalist Alexander Dragonetti tells the BBC he's "incredibly grateful" after people donated more than £70,000 to Mencap.

'It's been a really joyful experience'

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 06:08:45 GMT

A Belfast based choir is one of four shortlisted for a prestigious UK award.

Emilia Pérez star vows to stay silent after controversy over tweets

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:45:12 GMT

Previous comments made by Karla Sofía Gascón have been condemned since they came to light last week.

'Studio sex' and 'hitman threats': Insiders speak out about Diddy's 90s music empire

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 22:00:08 GMT

Bad Boy Records staff claim troubling incidents in the rise of the rap mogul, now fighting sex trafficking charges.

Artist who met Tom Cruise features in film teaser

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:28:44 GMT

Wilf Elliott says the charcoal artwork took about 60 to 80 hours to complete.

Is Bridget Jones' Darcy based on Keir Starmer?

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 13:11:54 GMT

Author Helen Fielding on bringing her heroine to a Gen Z audience, and whether Bridget's Darcy is based on the PM.

Oscar-nominated West Bank feature director says films 'can be part of change'

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 02:01:10 GMT

The film by a Israeli-Palestinian group follows the fight over home demolitions by the Israeli army.

Anora star Mikey Madison: Oscar talk is 'overwhelming and amazing'

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:13:23 GMT

The breakout star of the film has been winning awards as a stripper who marries the son of an oligarch.

Amandaland the mother of all comedies, say critics

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:37:51 GMT

Lucy Punch stars as Amanda in the sitcom, a spin-off from the popular BBC series Motherland.

Hinge bans BBC star after 300 wrong catfish reports

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 14:00:06 GMT

Gethin Jones was banned from Hinge after 300 women reported him for catfishing.

Granny pants and situationships: Lessons Bridget Jones taught me in my 20s

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 03:47:42 GMT

Grab your diary and your ice cream - here are Bridget's relatable wisdoms for those trying to survive adulthood.

New allegations Diddy sexually assaulted minor in nightclub

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 18:39:15 GMT

Combs has consistently denied the allegations against him in civil lawsuits, labelling them "sickening".

Coogan spared lengthy driving ban to film The Trip

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 14:32:44 GMT

The actor and comedian has been banned for two months instead of six, meaning filming can go-ahead.

The Zutons: 'Amy gave Valerie a life of its own'

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:12:18 GMT

Abi Harding discusses the star's Valerie cover and her band's take on Winehouse's Back To Black.

McCall 'angry' over brain tumour taking 'control'

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 09:37:32 GMT

The former Big Brother host underwent surgery to have a benign brain tumour removed last year.

UK box office still below pre-pandemic levels, but BFI chief optimistic

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:40:28 GMT

Wicked led the charge at the UK box office in 2024 but ticket sales were still below pre-pandemic levels.