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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.

I worry about Beyonc� and Jay-Z's fame impacting their kids, says Tina Knowles

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:00:11 GMT

Beyonc�s mum says she�s concerned about her grandchildren reading �lies� put out about them.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

Three chords and the truth: Where country's big moment might go next

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 23:47:02 GMT

Since Beyonc�'s Cowboy Carter, Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and Lana Del Rey have explored country.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.