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BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 06, 2026

Paramount takes over Warner Bros in $110bn Hollywood merger
The merger of two of Hollywood's biggest movie studios comes after months of legal disputes and concern over competition.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 06, 2026

Michael Flatley says 'heart is broken' after death of wife, Niamh O'Brien
She was a renowned Irish dancer who performed the lead role of Saoirse in the Lord of the Dance.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 06, 2026

Queen pays tribute to 'irrepressible' Jeffrey Archer
The bestselling author and former politician died on Monday at the age of 86.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 06, 2026

US televangelist Jim Bakker, disgraced from sex scandal and fraud, dies at 86
US televangelist Jim Bakker co-founded The PTL Club with his then-wife Tammy Faye before being jailed for fraud and conspiracy.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 06, 2026

From films to streaming prices - how the Warner Bros deal could affect you
The deal is expected to alter the entertainment and news industries but could it mean higher prices for consumers?

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 06, 2026

Rosie O'Donnell and Julie Hesmondhalgh to appear in play about Gisele Pelicot case
The four-hour one-off performance will also star Adjoa Andoh and Juliet Stevenson and

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 06, 2026

Chart-topping singer and television host Lena Martell dies aged 86
The Glasgow-born singer was the first solo Scottish female singer to top the UK singles chart with One Day at a Time.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 06, 2026

Jade Thirlwall says working on Blue Planet III song was magical
The ex-Little Mix star worked with Hans Zimmer on an official track for the BBC nature documentary.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

Blue Planet and Gandhi composer George Fenton dies aged 76
The musician received five Oscar nominations, and soundtracked dozens of memorable nature films.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

Author and former politician Jeffrey Archer dies aged 86
His last book, Adam and Eve, is set to release this month.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

Niamh O'Brien, dancer and wife of Michael Flatley, dies at 52
She was a renowned Irish dancer who performed the lead role of Saoirse in the Lord of the Dance.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

Jeffrey Archer: bestselling novelist whose political career ended in scandal
Politician and best-selling author whose career was mired in scandal and disgrace.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

Jeffrey Archer: successful novelist, disgraced politician and convicted liar
Politician and best-selling author whose career was mired in scandal and disgrace.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

Former American Idol contestant sentenced to life in prison for murdering wife
Caleb Flynn, a former music pastor from Ohio, fatally shot his wife Ashley in February before trying to cover it up.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

It's been a terrible year for farming, Jeremy Clarkson tells Tory conference
The former Top Gear presenter and star of Clarkson's Farm also said farmers were being "attacked" from every angle.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

British Museum boss 'sorry' for Bayeux Tapestry visitor issues
Changes to how visitors see the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition were made after concerns over long queues and overcrowding.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

It's A Sin star 'keeps you guessing' in Wales-set thriller
Callum Scott Howells stars opposite fellow Welsh actor Gabrielle Creevy in The Night They Vanished.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

Rachel Jupp is a bold choice for BBC News chief, says Katie Razzall
The new director of news takes over from Deborah Turness, who resigned as CEO last year.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

BBC appoints Rachel Jupp as new director of news
Jupp is a former deputy editor of BBC Two's Newsnight and has also served as Panorama's editor.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

What to do if you missed out on Glastonbury tickets
Those who missed out on Sunday should not lose hope, as there are other ways to secure a ticket.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

Indian singer Anuv Jain on finding success without the Bollywood boost
The star reveals why he is "very selective" about releasing music - and shares his future collab hopes.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 05, 2026

Charity tea room may close despite Ludwig filming
The series, starring David Mitchell, is filming scenes in Hemel Hempstead.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 04, 2026

Matthew Rhys takes Best Actor at Bafta Cymru for performance in Netflix thriller
The actor added another award to his cabinet after winning two lead acting Emmys last month.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 04, 2026

British Museum announces changes to ease Bayeux Tapestry queues
Measures include extended opening hours, as well as an audio guide and additional seating for visitors.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 04, 2026

Glastonbury 2027 tickets sell out in 42 minutes
Thousands of people joined the queue in the hope of securing tickets to Worthy Farm.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 04, 2026

The hidden daytime dance revolution - and the man who captured it on camera
Tim Smith's shots of the early 'daytimers' bhangra scene in Bradford feature in a Tate exhibition.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 04, 2026

Craig Charles' tribute to 'city that shaped me'
Presenter Craig Charles marks 50 years of poetry with a tribute to Liverpool for National Poetry Day.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 04, 2026

The Feeling album recorded in a Sussex shed
The Feeling's debut album turns 20 as the band prepare for Eastbourne and Margate shows.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 04, 2026

Dancers reunited 50 years after disco photo
The people captured in a celebrated photograph are reunited nearly 50 years later.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 04, 2026

'The music transported us to another planet'
The people captured in a celebrated photograph are reunited nearly 50 years later.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 04, 2026

The Kent village that helped shape Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn spent three years in Elham before the outbreak of World War Two.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 03, 2026

The Celebrity Traitors connections that might surprise you
Lots of the stars have worked together, some are good friends - and that can impact the show's dynamics.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 03, 2026

Noel Gallagher guitar sells for £12,000 at auction
The instrument was one of a number of items which belonged to a former Oasis sound engineer.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 03, 2026

Alison Hammond returns home from hospital after rushing off This Morning
The This Morning presenter said she believes she experienced a panic attack on Friday's show.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 03, 2026

Film festival celebrates British-Latino identity
The Latino film festival in the capital will screen 60 films from 27 countries over five days.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 03, 2026

Film festival aims to celebrate British-Latino identity
The Latino film festival in the capital will screen 60 films from 27 countries over five days.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 03, 2026

'I watched 800 films in Covid, now I direct them'
Benjamin Williams from Malvern has worked on Apple TV's Slow Horses for its upcoming season.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Spoiler alert! Is social media ruining big gig surprises?
Big moments from headline acts are shared online long before many fans see their favourite artists.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Traitors claim their first victim as Richard E Grant tries to save his skin
There was a murder and a recruitment in the latest episode, and that was just in the opening minutes.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Alison Hammond has heart check-up in hospital after rushing off This Morning while on air
The host says she is "fine" but getting checked after leaving midway through Friday's This Morning.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell died from multi-organ failure, inquest hears
The Welsh rockstar suffered complications from "necessary" surgeries, an inquest into his death heard.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Alison Hammond has heart check-up in hospital after leaving TV's This Morning
The host says she is "fine" but getting checked after leaving midway through Friday's This Morning.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Dolly Parton sings Jolene in Welsh in recording released after her death
Parton's niece Jada Star and Welsh singer Bronwen Lewis say the country artist was proud to sing in Welsh.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Black metal mourns pioneering Venom frontman
Newcastle rock giants Venom describe Conrad Cronos Lant as "fearless and unmistakable".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

K-pop giants Stray Kids join BTS in boycotting the Grammys
Stray Kids become the second major act to withdraw from the Grammys over the new best Asian Pop award.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Oasis acoustic guitar sells for 'record' price
Noel Gallagher played the instrument at Oasis's 1996 MTV Unplugged gig.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Oasis acoustic guitar sells for record price
Noel Gallagher played the instrument at Oasis's 1996 MTV Unplugged gig.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Ted Lasso honours Anthony Head with fresh tribute
Head played series villain, Rupert Mannion, in the first three seasons before his death at age 72.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 02, 2026

Olivia Dean accused of copying Bill Withers' Just The Two of Us
The star's record label is sued over similarities between her song I've Seen It and Withers' classic.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Watch: Celebrity Traitors series two kicks off with a wild curveball
The BBC's Noor Nanji on the gameshow's new twist and a traitor's shocking admission.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Bill Nighy wins best host at British Podcast Awards
The actor has become an agony uncle in what award organisers called an "irresistibly endearing series".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Chaos, coffins and 'Claudiapatra' steal the show in Celebrity Traitors
There is paranoia, confusion and a battle to survive among the celebrities as they fight for survival.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Sexual assault case dismissed against Trailer Park Boys actor Mike Smith
Actor Mike Smith had been charged with sexual assault in 2025 for an alleged incident in 2017.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

First Glastonbury 2027 tickets sell out
Coach tickets for the 2027 festival are all snapped up in under 30 minutes.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Kanye West's Russia shows officially cancelled after weeks of uncertainty
Chaos has surrounded the St Petersburg shows since the stadium said it had not agreed to host the rapper.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Tourette's campaigner Davidson asks to watch Scottish Baftas via video link after racial slur row
John Davidson, whose condition includes involuntary tics, shouted a racial slur during the Bafta Film Awards in February.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Naomi Campbell wins appeal over charity ban
A tribunal rules that the model was unaware of misconduct at her charity Fashion for Relief.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Tributes paid to 'inspirational' presenter and campaigner Esther Rantzen
Dame Esther Rantzen was "an inspirational individual", the director of her Childline helpline says.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

K-pop star convicted of violating military service law
The member of K-pop band Winner was given a suspended prison sentence for repeated absences from his national service work.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Celebrity Traitors: Can I visit the castle, ride the train and see the unusual monument?
A brief guide to the Scottish Highlands' "Traitors Territory".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Oct 01, 2026

Brit Awards boosted Manchester economy by £5m, study finds
Greater Manchester mayor Bev Craig said the awards' move north for the first time was a "massive moment".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

BBC needs funding reform, but corporation should not overspend on international hits, MPs say
The issue is one of several raised by an influential committee as debate about the BBC's future continues.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Celebrity Traitors is back - here's what you need to know ahead of the first show
Maya Jama, Michael Sheen and Bella Ramsey are among this year's celebrities taking part in the show.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Veteran broadcaster Dame Esther Rantzen dies aged 86
Rantzen, who fronted the BBC's That's Life for two decades, went on to found Childline, and in recent years had been a campaigner for assisted dying.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

US film-maker loses 'Downton Shabby' High Court case
Hopwood DePree took the council to court in his bid to take over the Grade II-listed mansion for £1.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Bayeux tour to include audio account of tapestry
The British Museum will offer an audio-described Bayeux Tapestry tour for people with impaired vision.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

How That's Life! gave Esther Rantzen a career-defining moment
Sir Nicholas Winton's story became national news when he appeared on That's Life! in February 1988.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Watch: Moment Esther Rantzen reunites man with children he saved from Nazi occupation
Sir Nicholas Winton's story became national news when he appeared on That's Life! in February 1988.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Dame Esther Rantzen: That's Life! presenter, Childline founder and campaigner for assisted dying
The star presented That's Life! for two decades and set up two national helplines, including Childline.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Tapestry tour added for blind after legal threat
The British Museum will offer an audio-described Bayeux Tapestry tour after a blind man's legal threat.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Singer Lola Young says vaping has made breathing feel like a 'chore'
The Messy singer says her lungs feel "battery powered" due to the effects of vaping.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Lady A singer Charles Kelley reveals blood cancer diagnosis
The Grammy-winning US country music star, 45, says he currently feels "great" and is "hopeful".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Sussexes condemn 'reckless intrusion' after photographer spotted near Archie and Lilibet's school
One of two men seen outside the UK school attended by the children is understood to be an international press photographer.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Shane Richie banned from driving after speeding
The EastEnders star blames "baiting" from paparazzi as he is banned for six months.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Oasis take legal action to stop sale of unheard tapes
The auction house said it was "very disappointed" the lot could no longer be sold.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

First Glastonbury 2027 tickets to go on sale
Glastonbury Festival will take place from 23-27 June 2027 at Worthy Farm in Somerset.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

Danni becomes first contestant to leave Bake Off
Danni from Dorset was the first of 12 contestants to leave 17th series of the Great British Bake Off.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 30, 2026

US actor Chad Lowe 'heartbroken' by death of daughter Fiona aged 13
Lowe and his wife Kim Painter announce the death of their daughter, who "was the light of our lives".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

Michael Sheen says being an actor will be a disadvantage on Celebrity Traitors
The Hollywood actor says he is a big fan of the BBC reality show, which he will now try and win.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

National museums to stay free for all visitors
It follows discussions about whether charging tourists could boost museums' finances.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

Booker Prize nominee praises his school teachers
Luke Kennard, who grew up in Chard, is shortlisted for the award for his novel Black Bag.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

Close-up look at Turner's '£50m' Rome painting on show in the city
Turner's early 19th century painting - Rome, from Mount Aventine - will be on display in the Italian capital for the first time ahead of an auction in London in December.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

Gisele Pelicot rape case to be told in London play
Thirty actors will take part in the documentary-style performance based on documents from the trial.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

Taylor Swift dominated the VMAs, but do music videos still matter?
Cinematographer Melissa Cofie says their purpose has evolved with the growth of platforms like TikTok.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

Celine Dion kicks off Paris Fashion Week with surprise performance
The singer appeared at the end of L'Oreal's annual show as the French fashion bonanza kicked off.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

Sir Ranulph Fiennes' relatives tell BBC it's 'very painful' not being able to visit him
It has been alleged that Sir Ranulph has been admitted to a number of care homes under assumed names.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

Mistakes to avoid when buying Glastonbury tickets
Tips and expert advice to ensure you have the best success when buying Glastonbury 2027 tickets.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 29, 2026

I paid £30,000 for an 'influencer' degree. Here's why
Content creation degrees aim to help people make money from social media, but are they worth the money?

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 28, 2026

Blue Lights: The police drama hitting home in Northern Ireland
As the award winning series returns, it highlights tensions between police and communities in Northern Ireland.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 28, 2026

Slipknot fans hit back after Marilyn Manson announced as support act for UK show
The heavy metal band will be joined by the US rock musician during their London show.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 28, 2026

Angela Scanlon takes over Sara Cox's drivetime slot on Radio 2
The station also announces a new presenter for its country show after Bob Harris's departure.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 28, 2026

Taylor Swift breaks record for most MTV VMAs as Madonna also wins
Swift took home the big award for video of the year on a night when the original Queen of Pop performed.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 28, 2026

Watch: Madonna and Taylor Swift win big at the MTV VMAs
Taylor Swift, Madonna, and LISA were among the big winners at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) on Sunday evening in downtown Los Angeles.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 28, 2026

'All options' considered for Banksy's flag statue
Westminster City Council says it is the statue's custodian and is responsible for its safety.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 27, 2026

News media must stay relevant or 'society will struggle', says World News Day organiser
World News Day aims to highlight the role of news providers in investigating and explaining important events.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 27, 2026

Our Friends in the North still relevant - writer
Peter Flannery says a new stage version of the classic TV show will resonate with modern audiences.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 27, 2026

Traitors star burgled after sharing holiday photos
Paul Gorton urges people to think twice before sharing holiday pictures before they are back home.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 26, 2026

Celebrity Traitors 2 cast: Who are this year's 'big dogs' and dark horses?
The reality TV game show returns on Thursday, with 21 stars vying to win £100,000 for their chosen charity.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 26, 2026

Radio 2 presenter to take on 'greatest ever distance' in Children in Need challenge
Owain Wyn Evans will cycle almost 400 miles, setting off from Glasgow and finishing in Cardiff.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
Sep 26, 2026

Met to re-examine CCTV from Jill Dando murder case
Police are reviewing footage of a man at Putney Bridge station after the Crimewatch presenter was shot in 1999.

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