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Netflix's Wednesday gets launch date and new characters
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:29:52 GMT
Joanna Lumley and Steve Buscemi are seen in a new trailer for the hit show's second season.
UB40 band members back striking bin workers
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 12:53:50 GMT
Robin Campbell and Jimmy Brown say workers should be paid what they deserve.
Letter reveals Shakespeare did not abandon his wife
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 11:36:20 GMT
New analysis of a letter suggests that the couple's relationship was closer than previously thought.
Films made with AI can win Oscars, Academy says
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:15:11 GMT
But it said it would still consider human involvement when selecting winners.
Island where Stormzy wrote album on sale for £25m
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 06:04:43 GMT
Osea Island, a secluded retreat reached by a causeway, is popular with stars seeking privacy.
Proms go dark: The Traitors and all-night concerts planned for 2025
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:11:25 GMT
The programme for the 2025 Proms season is unveiled, with a host of special guests... and Traitors.
Singer Self Esteem: There were moments I considered giving up
Sat, 19 Apr 2025 00:58:11 GMT
The singer describes the troubled gestation of her third album, as she launches it on the West End.
The Vivienne hid ketamine struggle to protect family, sister says
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 05:02:36 GMT
James Lee Williams' sister says the family only learned of the drag performer's drug problem after watching Drag Race UK.
Flintoff 'thought he had died' in Top Gear crash
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 23:34:50 GMT
Cricketer-turned-TV host Andrew "Freddie" Flintoff opens up about his car crash for the first time.
'Extraordinary world-views': Turner Prize nominees revealed
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:56:46 GMT
The four artists in the running for this year's prestigious art award are revealed.
Kneecap say statement at Coachella 'not aggressive' after criticism
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:52:03 GMT
Kneecap ended their performance at the California music festival with pro-Palestinian messages.
When do impressions stop being funny and start being mean?
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:13:58 GMT
Actress Aimee Lou Wood criticised a Saturday Night Live (SNL) sketch that impersonated her using exaggerated prosthetic teeth.
Ten women, one guy: The risk-taking dating show that stirred Ethiopia
Sun, 20 Apr 2025 23:04:50 GMT
Ethiopia's answer to The Bachelor has prompted discussions about dating norms in the conservative country.
Lola Young leads nominations for top songwriting awards
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:00:17 GMT
Charli XCX, Ghetts and Jade are among the other stars in contention for songwriting prizes.
Three chords and the truth: Where country's big moment might go next
Sat, 19 Apr 2025 23:47:02 GMT
Since Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter, Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and Lana Del Rey have explored country.
High-five my waxwork, says Last of Us star
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:26:40 GMT
Bella Ramsey's Madame Tussauds wax figure will makes its debut later this year.
Race Across the World winner on 'authentic travel' and how to do it
Sat, 19 Apr 2025 09:36:06 GMT
As series five begins, 2024 winner Alfie Watts shares his travel tips, experiences and bucket list.
Will WWE's big Netflix gamble pay off at WrestleMania?
Sat, 19 Apr 2025 01:03:35 GMT
Wrestling's main event is to stream live on Netflix for the first time - here's why it matters.
I worry about Beyoncé and Jay-Z's fame impacting their kids, says Tina Knowles
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:00:11 GMT
Beyoncé’s mum says she’s concerned about her grandchildren reading ‘lies’ put out about them.
Race Across the World is back, and Self Esteem's new album: What's coming up this week
Sun, 20 Apr 2025 17:01:26 GMT
The next series of The Mangione Trial also drops this week, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is released.
Weinstein used 'unfettered power' to sexually abuse women, rape retrial hears
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:51:02 GMT
Weinstein, who has pleaded not guilty to sex crimes, returns to court after a conviction was overturned.
Comedian Andy Ford on 'working with legends'
Mon, 21 Apr 2025 08:44:30 GMT
Comedian and panto star speaks to BBC Radio Bristol about his upcoming tour around the West Country.
BBC building in 'lockdown' after protesters break in
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:43:33 GMT
Police attended the scene as up to 20 protesters make their way into a BBC building in Belfast.
Musical brings cult classic Restless Natives to the stage
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:11:52 GMT
Most of the cast in the new production were not born when the movie was released 40 years ago.
Found on celebrity bags and in viral videos: The toy fashionistas are loving
Sun, 20 Apr 2025 00:47:06 GMT
The toy, sold by Chinese company Pop Mart, has become the must-have fashion accessory.
Apprentice winner 'not aware' of reported breach
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:57:22 GMT
Dean Franklin says he has had the correct licences to run his air conditioning business since 2014.
How hard is it to do a fab job of playing a Beatle?
Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:09:31 GMT
Portraying some of the most famous people on the planet has its challenges, experts say.
Benson Boone tells haters to 'at least have a good reason'
Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:21:37 GMT
The chart-topping US singer had the most popular song of last year, but has faced a backlash.
I felt BBC wanted me to leave Match of the Day, says Gary Lineker
Mon, 21 Apr 2025 23:04:10 GMT
The presenter is stepping down from the football show, but will still host World Cup and FA Cup coverage.
Remembering loved ones through songs and stories
Mon, 21 Apr 2025 05:32:12 GMT
The Music to Die For project is encouraging people to remember loved ones through music.
Welsh National Opera musicians accept jobs deal
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:07:07 GMT
It comes after WNO said it would consider making the orchestra part time and cut musicians' pay.
Watch: Michigan town forms human chain to move 9,100 books for shop
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:50:39 GMT
Community members in the small town of Chelsea passed the books one-by-one to the bookstore's new location a block away.
'We'll do Paddington proud' - Tom Fletcher reveals details of musical
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:57:52 GMT
The McFly star says he is "so lucky and honoured" to have written the music and lyrics for the new show.
