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Letters by pre-Smiths Morrissey set for auction
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:10:09 GMT
The letters to a Birmingham pen pal were written by the singer between the ages of 14 and 20.
Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:16:39 GMT
Robbie Williams and Jennifer Hudson also performed, with Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet among the celebrities in the crowds.
King and Queen emerge from Tardis to open Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:59:48 GMT
The Royal couple drew gasps and cheers from the audience at the Hydro as they appeared on stage in Glasgow.
Dancing with Shakira at World Cup was 'very, very, very, very, very good' - Ghetto Kids
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:45:22 GMT
The child stars tell the BBC of their excitement entertaining their biggest crowd yet at the World Cup final.
How a singer's chance encounter led to an alien experience in Hollywood
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:14:12 GMT
Winnie Ama couldn't believe her luck when she had the chance to sing her original song in the new Supergirl movie - but there was a catch.
The pop band who went from playing for rescue dogs to selling out arenas
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:01:10 GMT
The group discuss disastrous gigs, putting political action into music and the meaning of "queer pop".
Seinfeld actor apologises to reality star for 'inappropriate' sketch when she was 17
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:37:14 GMT
Jason Alexander said he "truly regrets" the Funny Or Die sketch he appeared in with Courtney Stodden.
Claudia Winkleman's chat show ended after one series - can anyone replace Graham Norton?
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:27:38 GMT
The presenter said she was "incredibly grateful" for the opportunity but simply "too nervous to enjoy it".
EA FC gets a new age rating after loot box rule changes
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:19:12 GMT
The football game's popular Ultimate Team earns it a 16+ rating from age ratings board PEGI.
Gary Lineker among millionaires asking Andy Burnham to tax them more
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:20:45 GMT
A group including the former England footballer write to the new PM telling him "we can afford it".
How different is watching a film in IMAX?
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:24:44 GMT
BBC Verify examines viral claims the new film will be distorted if not seen on a dedicated screen
Love Island: All Stars winners Molly Smith and Tom Clare marry
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:06:11 GMT
The couple won the first series of the spin-off edition of the hit dating show in 2024.
Bruno Mars has an unexpected opening before Wembley party starts
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:26:02 GMT
After an eight-year absence from UK stages, Bruno Mars returned to Wembley Stadium with a polished, hit-filled show.
Ex-Coronation Street actor to receive 'substantial' libel damages from the Sun publisher
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:37:41 GMT
Qasim Akhtar is to receive "substantial" damages to settle a High Court libel claim from a story last eyar.
Meta glasses banned by Comic-Con promoter after 'secret filming'
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:14:16 GMT
A number of guests said they would be reluctant to appear at conventions again after cases of recordings taking place without their knowledge.
Actress Jaime Winstone joins Strictly line-up
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:23:28 GMT
Winstone, known for EastEnders and Made in Dagenham, is the eighth celebrity to be confirmed.
Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray over London nightclub attack
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:58:09 GMT
The US singer hit a man with a glass bottle in "a vicious and unprovoked attack", prosecutors say.
Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman's family in legal dispute with his widow
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:10:26 GMT
The late actor's siblings claim she has mishandled distribution of the funds and "cannot be trusted".
BBC's Fake or Fortune uncovers 'enormously important' painting worth £100,000
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:03:50 GMT
The painting by the 18th Century Scottish artist Katherine Read is thought to be worth more than £100,000.
Bonnie Tyler's funeral to be broadcast online to fans around the world
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:01:27 GMT
The service in Swansea on 17 August will be live streamed on the star's official website.
Former River City actor Iain Robertson jailed for nine years for rape
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:09:39 GMT
The 45-year-old, played Stevie O'Hara in the BBC soap, was convicted of five offences against the women between 2004 and 2019.
Decoding Charli XCX's new album, Music, Fashion, Film
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:09:40 GMT
The star's new album strips away artifice to examine her life after the phenomenal success of Brat.
Alan Turing short story sheds new light on WW2 codebreaker
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:47:13 GMT
Prof Sarah Dillon says the short story, Pryce's Buoy, offers fresh insights into the codebreaker.
Fatboy Slim helps to save 'lifeblood' music venue
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:12:43 GMT
The DJ is among investors including Andy Burnham helping to buy the Brighton home of The Pipeline.
16 World Cup viral moments - from Posh Spice's nonchalance to Haaland's bromance
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:40:03 GMT
We look at some of the most memorable scenes during the 2026 World Cup that set the internet alight.
