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Behind the scenes of Heartstopper series three
Tue, 01 Oct 2024 23:31:01 GMT
We chat to the cast on the film set of the Netflix hit, ahead of new episodes being released on 3 October.
Lineker says BBC contract talks have just started
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 08:26:07 GMT
The Match of the Day host plays down reports that he's set to announce his departure from the BBC.
'Lots and lots of sex': Dame Jilly Cooper on her show Rivals
Mon, 30 Sep 2024 06:16:09 GMT
The author's 1980s "bonkbuster" has been turned into a star-studded new series.
Notorious Menendez brothers murder case to be reviewed
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 07:27:13 GMT
The brothers, who were jailed for killing their parents at a Beverly Hills mansion, say it was self-defence.
Heartstopper director wishes show existed when he grew up
Sat, 05 Oct 2024 12:06:35 GMT
Andy Newbery has directed the third series of Heartstopper, taking over from Euros Lyn.
£2k painting revealed as masterpiece worth £300k
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 05:38:08 GMT
The artwork is authenticated as a long-lost work by Canadian impressionist Helen McNicoll.
From pub job and PlayStation to writing an award-winning play
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 01:32:48 GMT
Nathan Queeley-Dennis's debut play is following Fleabag and Baby Reindeer from stage to screen.
Orla Gartland: US tour will cost me thousands
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 23:50:19 GMT
The indie musician says she is spending £40,000 of her own money to play the tour of her dreams.
Tennis star and style icon Lea Pericoli dies
Sat, 05 Oct 2024 08:00:46 GMT
The formidable Italian player made it to Wimbledon three times, turning heads with every outfit.
My mission is to take Tamil music global, says Sid Sriram
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 00:25:44 GMT
The Indian-born, American-raised artist is going to perform his biggest solo UK show.
Vivid colours and bold flavours: The Nigerian food boom
Tue, 01 Oct 2024 15:42:53 GMT
On Nigerian independence day, the African country's native dishes are becoming more popular around the world.
New Bridget Jones film very sad, says Hugh Grant
Sat, 05 Oct 2024 11:45:00 GMT
The actor also said there was "no obvious role" for him in the film, but they "crammed me in".
Unseen Thunderbirds films found in garden shed
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 14:06:11 GMT
The cans contain an alternative version of an episode that was never broadcast.
Jon Richardson support for 'remarkable' fundraiser
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:25:18 GMT
The comedian teams up with a fellow Leeds United fan for a night of comedy.
My son's not a monster, says Diddy's mother
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 10:26:28 GMT
Janice Combs says her son is "not perfect" but is not guilty of the sex charges filed against him.
The art of Johnson mum's psychiatric hospital stay
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 04:42:09 GMT
Boris Johnson's mother Charlotte Johnson Wahl created the artwork as a patient 50 years ago.
From murderer to celebrated artist - how prison made me a better person
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:14:20 GMT
Jimmy Boyle fought his incarceration at Scotland's most notorious prison, but it led him to becoming a celebrated artist.
Kris Kristofferson: Five (or maybe 10) of his best songs
Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:26:25 GMT
A look back at some of the biggest and best songs by Kris Kristofferson, who has died aged 88.
John Godber working on Hull's version of Brookside
Sat, 05 Oct 2024 17:40:13 GMT
The playwright is hoping to bring a drama set and filmed in Hull to television.
Has Strictly Come Dancing been tainted by scandal?
Mon, 30 Sep 2024 15:29:37 GMT
The BBC's biggest show - now in its 20th year - has been rocked by allegations.
'Huge moment' as Bollywood music comes to Strictly
Sat, 05 Oct 2024 20:12:38 GMT
Punam Krishan and Gorka Márquez dance to Bole Chudiyan from 2001 film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.
Married at First Sight counselling 'nothing like the real thing'
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 23:00:02 GMT
To what extent is the advice given on MAFS similar to the therapy that happens in a real counselling room?
Girls Aloud star's plaque unveiled by her mother
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 19:25:39 GMT
The plaque, dedicated to Sarah Harding, is part of the Stockport Music Story walking tour.
Dame Maggie Smith reflects on her Harry Potter success
Fri, 27 Sep 2024 16:01:29 GMT
Dame Maggie Smith spoke to Graham Norton about how her role as Professor McGonagall brought her to the attention of a younger generation.
Radio 2 DJ Johnnie Walker retires from BBC
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:22:27 GMT
He will step down from Sounds of the 70s and The Rock Show at the end of this month due to ill health.
Alma's Not Normal: How anger and spa breaks fuelled new series
Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:31:12 GMT
Sophie Willan, creator of award-winning sitcom Alma's Not Normal, reveals inspiration behind series two.
Row over 'sheer magnitude' of Wagatha legal bill
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:26:53 GMT
Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy's dispute goes back to the High Court in a dispute over legal costs.
Aunt Lucy mystery to be solved in new Paddington film
Sun, 15 Sep 2024 12:56:42 GMT
Ben Whishaw, the voice of Paddington Bear, speaks about the upcoming release of Paddington in Peru.
Day-Lewis film shoot ticketed by traffic wardens
Sat, 05 Oct 2024 09:26:53 GMT
Filming for a new feature starring the triple Oscar-winner is taking place in Handbridge in Chester.
Match of the day or Last Night of the Proms? Well, it's both!
Sat, 14 Sep 2024 21:26:30 GMT
To mark the 60th anniversary of Match of the Day, the football pundits had a go at some Proms commentary.
Bankers 'neither villains nor rock stars', says Industry creator
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 00:36:53 GMT
The creators of BBC drama Industry discuss stereotypes of bankers - and what makes their series different.
Full Dancing on Ice 2025 line-up revealed
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 11:14:57 GMT
Record-breaking Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey completes the 2025 line-up for ITV's Dancing on Ice.
Original Doctor Who star ponders 'emotional' return
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 11:16:15 GMT
Carole Ann Ford is the last surviving original cast member of the first Doctor Who series.
'We closed our eyes and we danced together' - Madonna's poignant goodbye to brother
Mon, 07 Oct 2024 08:39:36 GMT
The veteran singer pens a heartfelt tribute to her brother Christopher Ciccone, who has died at 63.
Coldplay promote latest album with QVC appearance
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 11:10:31 GMT
The band visited the tele-shopping channel to sell copies of their latest record, and a new tea set.
Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff to present Bullseye reboot
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 09:32:40 GMT
The former cricket star will host a Christmas special of the ITV game show which first aired in 1981.
Singer Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 01:58:00 GMT
The Grammy-winning singer says a former makeup artist's claim that he raped her is "extortion and defamation".
Judi Dench speaks of grief after Maggie Smith's death
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 13:00:37 GMT
The two stars were the same age, and had performed together on numerous occasions over the decades.
Stalker 2: 'We want to show Ukraine can make great games'
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 00:07:18 GMT
How the Ukranian studio between an anticipated video game kept going when Russia invaded.
