Akon: Success allows me to make music for myself

The singer says he has the financial freedom to bring Afrobeats influences to his new material.

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Antique statue seized in US looting inquiry

The statue, believed from Turkey, is part of an antiquities smuggling probe, NY investigators say.

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Body found in search for missing poet Gboyega Odubanjo

Police find a body as they look for Gboyega Odubanjo, who went missing at Shambala Festival.

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Netflix's One Piece: Is Hollywood finally doing anime right?

The live action adaptation of a cult manga classic has received positive reviews from critics.

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Richard Hammond says daredevil stunts will still be seen on TV

The ex-Top Gear presenter would like to see Freddie Flintoff return once he's recovered from injury.

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Abba's Agnetha Fältskog returns with solo song: 'I didn't know if I could do this'

In a rare interview, she discusses new music and the "strange" experience of watching her 3D avatar.

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Taylor Swift: Star breaks more music records

Spotify have announced that Tay-Tay is the first women to get more than 100 million monthly streams

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Leeds Festival: Tents left behind at Bramham Park

Footage shows camping equipment left behind at Bramham Park.

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Seamus Heaney: Digging through Nobel Prize winner's legacy

Performers, teachers and teenage poets dig into the famed writer’s legacy 10 years on from his death.

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Duke of Wellington: Is the statue's new hat a parting gift from Banksy?

The new cone which appeared after the closure of Banksy's popular exhibit has left people speculating.

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Eminem and Vivek Ramaswamy revive battle between pop stars and politicians

Politicians want to gain credibility by playing pop songs - but musicians don't want to lose theirs.

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Till Lindemann: Police drop investigation of Rammstein star

The singer had always denied allegations of sexual misconduct made by several women.

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China state media calls on British Museum to return artefacts

The editorial sparked discussion, with the topic "please return Chinese antiquities" the top trend on Weibo.

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Anna Wintour: Vogue editor says 'art scene is so important' to UK

A new event aims to raise money to help UK arts organisations suffering from financial difficulties.

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Eminem tells Republican Vivek Ramaswamy to stop rapping his songs

Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign said he "will have to leave the rapping to the real slim shady".

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Salif Keïta: 'Golden Voice of Africa' supports Mali's coup leaders

Salif Keïta has been appointed by the junta head as his special adviser on cultural affairs.

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Rocky Horror Show: 'They're the most famous lips in the world'

Patricia Quinn lent her lips to The Rocky Horror Show 50 years ago as the original Magenta.

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Elton John: Singer, 76, spends night in hospital after fall at French villa

The singer visited hospital "as a precautionary measure", a spokesman confirmed to BBC News.

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Strictly Come Dancing: Amy Dowden reveals sepsis battle

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden suffers potentially fatal infection during cancer treatment.

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Mitchel Musso: Hannah Montana star arrested over crisps theft

Mitchel Musso, who starred opposite Miley Cyrus in the US sitcom, spent a night in jail in Texas.

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Disabled fans decry no-show accessible festival toilets

As summer festival season climaxes, disabled music fans say inadequate disabled loos hold them back.

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Leeds Festival: The Killers, Central Cee and 1975 close the weekend

Rock music goes head-to-head with rap and pop, on the final night of the festival.

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Noel Gallagher makes emotional and thrilling homecoming in Manchester

Filled with Oasis and High Flying Birds finery, the show underlined his strength as a songwriter.

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Banksy exhibition in Glasgow attracts record crowds

The solo show by graffiti artist Banksy in Glasgow was his first in 14 years and drew 180,000 visitors.

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Derek Bailey: Guitar pioneer who tore up music's rulebook

A Huddersfield exhibition explores the life and legacy of Sheffield-born improviser Derek Bailey.

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Bob Barker, who hosted The Price Is Right for 35 years, dies aged 99

Barker was the face of The Price Is Right, the longest-running game show in the US, for 35 years.

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Crash tragedy comedian honoured with Fringe award

Gareth Richards died in a car crash in April but a show in his name wins at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards.

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British Museum recovers some of 2,000 stolen items

Chair George Osborne tells the BBC the missing treasures scandal has damaged the museum's reputation.

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Reading and Leeds Festival: Billie Eilish brings Barbie to life during cathartic headline set

The US star performs her latest celluloid hit while becoming the festival's youngest solo headliner.

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Reading and Leeds: The interpreters performing songs for deaf fans at the festivals

Meet the performance interpreters helping deaf fans to find "true inclusion" at the festivals.

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Leeds Festival: Drug death teen's dad says event is 'on probation'

Gianpiero Celino's 16-year-old son, David, died after taking ecstasy at Leeds Festival in 2022.

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WWE champion Bray Wyatt dies, aged 36

The wrestling star had taken time off due to illness, but had been expected to return to the ring.

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Sir Michael Parkinson had 'imposter syndrome', son says

The late presenter was also "very insecure and wracked with self-doubt," Mike Parkinson says.

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British Museum thefts: Man questioned by police

The museum announced last week that it had sacked a member of staff over items allegedly going missing.

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Sir John Eliot Gardiner: Famed conductor pulls out of the Proms after alleged assault

Sir John Eliot Gardiner allegedly struck a singer in the face after a performance in France.

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Netflix documentaries shouldn't focus on female victims, executive says

The streamer's UK head of documentary films says it must expand the stories it tells about women.

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Edinburgh Fringe: Musical set in gender neutral toilet becomes hot ticket

In Public - The Musical, four strangers who get trapped together after the bathroom door gets stuck.

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Gaslighting and shame: Uncovering the stories of Ireland's Magdalene Laundries

The death of Sinead O'Connor, who stayed in one former laundry as a teen, has prompted renewed interest.

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Gamescom: The biggest announcements at the show

Gamers saw this autumn's biggest new releases, including Call of Duty, Starfield and Assassin's Creed

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British Museum treasures safe, MP insists after thefts

Greece accused of "opportunism" over claims thefts from the museum suggest it is not protecting artefacts.

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Dallas and Knots Landing creator David Jacobs dies aged 84

In the 1980s, Jacobs changed the face of US TV with his work on Dallas and its spin-off Knots Landing.

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Rolling Stones tease new album with local newspaper advert

The band appear to announce their latest album with an ad for a fictional glass repair company.

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Doctor Who fan from Hertfordshire achieves Hollywood success

Steven Ricks worked on the Queen biopic and recreated costumes for actors who have played The Doctor.

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Edinburgh Fringe: Can TikTok comedy stars cut it on stage?

They have millions of followers, but can they cut it in front of a crowd at the Edinburgh Fringe?

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Edinburgh Fringe: Norwich leatherworker Simeon Morris wins award

Simeon Morris's debut one-man comedy Square Peg explores his "troubled" childhood in Norfolk.

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Derby: Joseph Wright works on display in painter's home city

The paintings by Joseph Wright are on public display for just the fifth time in more than 250 years.

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Channel 4 green lights Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee's new series

Channel 4 commissions Lisa McGee's new comedy-thriller How To Get To Heaven From Belfast.

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Funniest Fringe jokes from years gone by

The gags which have been named funniest at the Edinburgh fringe over the years.

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The Patch: BBC radio show's postcode lottery unearths stories in random places

A random postcode generator decides where Polly Weston must go for her BBC Radio 4 series The Patch.

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Tracey Emin: Margate's Westbrook Loggia to be transformed by artist

The famous artist purchases a derelict seafront building in Margate which she hopes to transform.

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New Brit School North in Bradford gets go-ahead

Plans for a new performing arts school to match its successful London namesake are approved.

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Michael Jackson lawsuits alleging sex abuse can be revived, US appeals court says

US judges rule Wade Robson and James Safechuck can pursue lawsuits against the singer's companies.

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Strictly Come Dancing: Amy Dowden speaks about chemotherapy

Amy Dowden is having chemotherapy after being diagnosed with breast cancer in May.

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Tommy Jessop: Line of Duty star tackles Hollywood with his own script

Line of Duty Actor Tommy Jessop takes his script to Hollywood in bid to get leading roles.

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TV presenter Phil Spencer's parents die in car accident

The Location, Location, Location host says his family is "sad and shocked beyond all belief".

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Ron Cephas Jones, This Is Us star, dies aged 66

The US actor, won two Emmy Awards for his role in the TV series, had long-standing lung problems.

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Britney Spears on Sam Asghari divorce: 'I couldn't take the pain anymore'

Writing after her husband filed for divorce, the singer says she "couldn't take the pain anymore".

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I worked on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie from thousands of miles away

Artist Sean Sevestre has played a key role in the creation of the film despite being based in Edinburgh.

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Bradley Cooper: Why Bernstein nose row is complicated

The actor's depiction of Jewish composer Leonard Bernstein has created debate in the acting community.

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Jon Batiste: Opening portals to new musical worlds

After his surprise album of the year win at the Grammys, Jon Batiste wants to expand music's horizons.

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Piece Hall: Is this hidden architectural gem UK's best gig venue?

The Piece Hall was Halifax's best-kept secret for two centuries - but now the word is out.

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Stephen Nolan 'deeply sorry' after explicit image allegations

Stephen Nolan addresses allegations he sent sexually explicit photographs of a potential guest in 2016.

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Myth-busting photo of The Beatles from Sgt Pepper shoot up for auction

Auctioneers say the photo dispels rumours Sir Paul McCartney did not attend the photo shoot.

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BookTok: Heartstopper and Bolu Babalola win TikTok Book Awards

The winners were voted for by thousands of TikTok users through the video-sharing app.

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Blind Side family feud reignites a cultural debate

An ugly row between the family featured in the Oscar-winning 2009 movie resurrects criticism of the film.

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Father Ted writer holds gig near Scottish Parliament

Graham Linehan's Edinburgh show was cancelled over concerns about his views on transgender issues.

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Wagatha case: Coleen Rooney won't forgive Rebekah Vardy

Coleen Rooney speaks publicly about her libel case against Rebekah Vardy for the first time.

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Saeed Roustaee: Martin Scorsese backs director jailed in Iran for Cannes screening

Martin Scorsese lends support to Saeed Roustaee, who has been sentenced to six months in jail.

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Memorable moments from Parkinson's star-studded show

A look back at some stand-out interviews from Sir Michael's best-known show, Parkinson.

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Britney Spears and husband Sam Asghari split, US media say

The couple married in June 2022 soon after the termination of the pop star's conservatorship.

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Hozier would consider strike over AI threat to music

The musician says he is not sure music made by artificial intelligence meets "the definition of art".

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Scottish film-makers to bring horror studio back from the grave

A group of Scottish film-makers are planning to revive horror studio Amicus Productions

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The Killers booed at Georgia concert after bringing Russian fan on stage

The band later apologised for the incident, which took place during a concert in Georgia.

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Celebrity MasterChef: Cheryl Hole on why LGBTQ+ representation is important

The drag star says being on Celebrity MasterChef is a way to have voices of the LGBTQ+ community heard.

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The Killers apologise for offending fans in Georgia with Russian 'brother' remark

Fans booed frontman Brandon Flowers for asking them to welcome a fan from neighbouring Russia.

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Coventry school drama gets two more series

Filming for seasons three and four of Phoenix Rise is under way in and around the city.

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Madonna announces rescheduled dates for her Celebration tour

The star announces rescheduled tour dates as she recovers from a bacterial infection.

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Bobbi Althoff: Who is the TikToker that interviewed Drake in bed?

Interest has grown in the social media star after she appeared to remove an interview with Drake.

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Barbie banned from Algerian cinemas for 'corrupting morals'

It is accused of promoting attitudes contrary to the cultural beliefs of the mainly Muslim nation.

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Cabaret: Self Esteem and Scissor Sisters stars join the cast of the London musical

Self Esteem and Scissor Sisters' Jake Shears will take over the lead roles from the end of September.

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UK's first Eurovision singer Patricia Bredin dies aged 88

Hull-born Patricia Bredin was the first person to represent the UK at Eurovision in 1957.

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Michael Oher, subject of The Blind Side, alleges 'adoptive parents' tricked him

Former NFL star Michael Oher accuses a couple of wrongfully making millions of dollars off his name.

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Shirley Ballas surprised by mum at end of charity challenge

The Strictly judge was on BBC Breakfast after completing a "skyathlon" in memory of her late brother.

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Rapper ArrDee on fame, manifesting success and staying humble

With five top 10 hits in the UK, the first few years for ArrDee have been about "learning what to do".

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Helen Skelton leaves BBC Radio 5 Live show, saying 'the juggle is real'

The presenter says Sunday's BBC Radio 5 Live show was her last, explaining that "the juggle is real".

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Teesside disabled gig-goer describes feeling scared at venues

Nick Copson said he had been to three gigs where there was no space on the accessible platforms.

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Beatles: George Harrison's mum 'disgusted' by screaming fans

George Harrison's mother revealed her opinions in letters which are up for auction.

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Gwên Gwen Festival pulled last minute due to weather issues

The music festival in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire is cancelled on the day it was supposed to open.

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Hip-hop at 50: The artists mixing it up and moving it forward

Emerging artists tell BBC Newsbeat how they're shaping the genre for the future.

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Line of Duty's Vicky McClure announces marriage live on air

Vicky McClure and Jonny Owen revealed their wedding on Jonny's daughter's BBC Wales radio show.

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Womad festival sickness investigation inconclusive - UKHSA

The UK Health Security Agency was investigating sickness experienced by some Womad festival attendees.

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TikTok: Skindred comes second in battle for first UK number one

Skindred's song from 2005 sparked a dance trend and propelled their new album into the top 10.

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Kneecap at Féile an Phobail: The Irish rappers who want to rile you up

Controversial rap group Kneecap are to headline Féile an Phobail in Belfast on Friday night.

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Margate tribute to Pedro Pascal shut when he visits

The Last of Us star went with friend and actor Russell Tovey - but the Margate gallery was closed.

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Hip-hop at 50: How it spread from the Bronx around the world

As the all-conquering genre reaches 50, a look back at some key moments along the way.

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Below Deck Down Under: Jason Chambers addresses sexual misconduct row

Jason Chambers thanked production crew for "breaking the fourth wall and stepping in" during filming.

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Rust armourer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed pleads not guilty over on-set death of Halyna Hutchins

Ms Gutierrez-Reed pleads not guilty to involuntary manslaughter and evidence tampering charges.

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Disney to raise subscription prices as sales slump

The entertainment giant reported tough trading across its business including its parks.

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Doreen Mantle: One Foot in the Grave actress dies aged 97

Mantle is best known for playing Jean Warboys, the annoying friend of Victor Meldrew's wife, in the BBC comedy.

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Lizzo: Lawyers reviewing at least six new allegations against singer

Lawyers representing three of Lizzo's former dancers say they are reviewing new complaints against her.

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Edinburgh Fringe: Anything goes or cancel culture?

The Joanna Cherry and Jerry Sadowitz controversies led people to ask if the Fringe is too censorious.

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This Morning: ITV employees allege toxic culture following Schofield exit

The House of Commons media committee says there are claims of harassment, bullying and discrimination.

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Microphone thrown by Cardi B makes $100k for charity

The rap star hurled the mic after a fan threw a drink at her during a recent concert in Las Vegas

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S4C 'won't apologise' for more English on Welsh channel

S4C "wants to encourage Welsh learners and reflect reality", but a campaigner calls it dangerous.

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Hogwarts Express steam train can return to service

Jacobite steam train seen in the Harry Potter films has been allowed to return with new safety plans.

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Tory Lanez sentenced to 10 years for shooting Megan Thee Stallion

The rapper Tory Lanez is sentenced in an LA court for shooting Megan Thee Stallion Stallion in the feet.

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St Albans: Michael Palin's message of support to drama group

Michael Palin sends light-hearted advice to audiences planning to watch his play in St Albans.

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Mourners to say final goodbyes to Sinéad O'Connor

A cortege will pass through the singer's former home of Bray, County Wicklow, after a private service.

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Glioblastoma: Laura Nuttall and Tom Parker's mothers meet

Tom Parker and Laura Nuttall died from brain cancer - now their mothers share a desire to help others.

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Tory Lanez: Sentencing for shooting of Megan Thee Stallion delayed

Canadian rapper Tory Lanez injured her during an argument after a pool party in 2020.

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William Friedkin: Director of The Exorcist and The French Connection dies aged 87

His Oscar-winning career spanned six decades and also included crime thriller The French Connection.

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BBC presenter Nick Owen reveals prostate cancer diagnosis

The broadcaster describes the day he was told he had prostate cancer as among the worst of his life.

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Matty Healy: The 1975 threatened with legal action after Malaysia festival cancellation

The festival was cancelled after the band's singer launched an attack on Malaysia's LGBT laws.

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Eddie Izzard aims to stand in Brighton at next general election

The comedian wants to contest Brighton Pavilion, which is currently held by the Green Party.

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Angus Cloud: Euphoria star's mother says his death was 'not intentional'

Angus Cloud had a "joyful" final day and "did not intend to end his life", the actor's mother says.

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Barbie film hits $1bn mark at global box office

The pink-hued film has drawn in $1.03bn around the world, according to distributor Warner Bros.

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Jamie Foxx apologises and deletes Instagram post

The actor says he never intended to cause offence after his post was accused of being antisemitic.

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MrBeast: How the world's biggest YouTuber made his millions

Jimmy Donaldson is the biggest YouTuber in the world with 172 million subscribers - what makes him so popular?

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Heartstopper creator Alice Oseman opens up about season 2

Show creator Alice Oseman says she hopes her own coming out experience can help young people like her.

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Cardi B: US police drop battery investigation over thrown microphone

The rapper faces no charges after throwing a microphone into the audience at a recent gig.

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The Final Straw: Snow Patrol's breakout album at 20

Final Straw, released 20 years ago on Friday, has been certified six times platinum in the UK.

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Dan Wootton MailOnline column paused amid investigation, publisher confirms

A DMG Media statement confirms the column's absence as it considers "serious" but "complex" allegations.

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'There's nowhere like the Fringe'

Despite increased costs, performers tell the BBC why they'll do anything to bring their work to Edinburgh.

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Blackpink: Jisoo’s new relationship with Ahn Bo-hyun rocks K-pop world

Jisoo and Ahn Bo-hyun's announcement has rocked the notoriously controlling K-pop industry.

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Dancers say Lizzo 'needs to be held accountable' over harassment claims

The US pop star says harassment claims made by three of her ex-dancers are "false".

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Edinburgh Fringe: The Life and Times of Michael K, a South African puppet play

A South African puppet play, based on a novel by JM Coetzee, is featuring at the Edinburgh Fringe.

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Leah Remini: The King of Queens star sues Church of Scientology

The King of Queens star is taking legal action against the church for harassment and defamation.

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Freddie Mercury: Contents of former home being sold at auction

More than 33,000 items from the former Queen lead singer's home are up for sale.

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Rajars: Radio 2 loses a million listeners as Ken Bruce boosts Greatest Hits Radio

Ken Bruce attracts 3 million listeners to his new mid-morning show on Greatest Hits Radio.

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UK traditional TV viewing sees record decline, Ofcom report says

The watchdog's annual report also says older audiences are switching off at the fastest rate ever.

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Heartstopper: 'How the series helped me open up about my sexuality in later life'

The Netflix show may be aimed at teens but it has a special appeal for some older fans.

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Ex-Coronation Street star and baker in social media cake row

A baker says a PR firm asked her to make sweet treats in exchange for publicity not cash.

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Lizzo dancers Arianna Davis and Crystal Williams: 'No one speaks out, they are scared'

The US pop star is being sued for sexual harassment and fat-shaming but has yet to comment.

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Tim Westwood: Police investigate a sixth report about ex-Radio 1 DJ

A sixth report of sexual offences by the former Radio 1 DJ is being looked into but no arrests have been made.

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MrBeast Burger firm accuses YouTuber of 'bullying'

Virtual Dining Concepts responds after MrBeast began legal action to end their partnership.

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Jake Paul: YouTuber claims his dad physically abused him

The social media star-turned boxer makes the allegations in a Netflix documentary about his life.

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Dua Lipa faces new copyright lawsuit over hit Levitating

The singer is accused of using a recording on remixes of the popular single without permission.

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Anton Du Beke: Strictly judge reveals he was stabbed by his father as a child

The Strictly judge reveals he spent three days in hospital following the attack one Boxing Day.

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Angus Cloud: Drake and Kid Cudi among stars paying tribute

Tributes are continuing to be posted following the death of the Euphoria actor at the age of 25.

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MrBeast sues fast food company over 'revolting' burger

MrBeast is the most popular YouTuber in the world, with more than 172 million subscribers.

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