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Funeral of Irish actress Brenda Fricker takes place in Dublin
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:05:23 GMT
Fricker won the Oscar for best supporting actress in 1990 for her performance in My Left Foot.
'I did my first book signing in a police custody suite'
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:31:38 GMT
The Northern Irish author has sold more than five million books globally and been translated into 40 languages
Spider-Man fans hail Brand New Day as Holland's best yet
Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:40:17 GMT
Spider-Man fans are full of praise for Tom Holland's latest web-slinging performance.
Gary Glitter appears in court over historical sex offence charges
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:17:33 GMT
The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court via video.
Emmerdale actor Lawrence Robb joins Strictly line-up
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:45:18 GMT
The actor portrays Mackenzie 'Mack' Boyd in the ITV soap and has also appeared in I Hate Suzie.
Judge grants Trump's request to delay handing financial records to BBC
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:49:51 GMT
The US president is suing the BBC over a controversial episode of Panorama broadcast in 2024.
Charli XCX on lying, Love Island and life post-Brat
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:46:34 GMT
Charli XCX sits down with Radio 1's Jack Saunders to discuss the release of her new album.
Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:25:14 GMT
The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".
Perez Hilton recovering in hospital after reports he self-harmed during livestream
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:29:30 GMT
Miami police told US media outlets the celebrity blogger had been "safely recovered" from his home.
Oasis promoter granted Knebworth events licence
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:16:46 GMT
It is not the first time a return to Knebworth Park has been rumoured.
Glasgow gets starring role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day film
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:55:36 GMT
Scotland's largest city doubles as New York in the latest installment of Marvel cinematic universe.
Secret Cinema seeks to build first long-term venue
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:57:28 GMT
Planning permission to build a 1,500-seat venue in Greenwich Peninsula was granted last month.
Amanda Knox defends Fringe comedy show after claims it will 'trivialise violence'
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:49:15 GMT
Knox, who was convicted and later acquitted of the murder of a British student, said she does not downplay the seriousness of Meredith Kercher's death.
'Put your phone down': K-pop band weighs in on concert etiquette
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:07:11 GMT
Cortis's plea has drawn mixed reactions in a fandom that's obsessed with capturing every moment.
Unique Brigitte Bardot velvet coat to be auctioned
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:22:31 GMT
The sleeveless coat was worn by the actress and animal rights activist at the height of her fame.
Nadia Sawalha threatens ITV with legal action over Loose Women removal
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:57:13 GMT
The TV panellist claims she has been treated unfairly due to her public support of Palestinian rights.
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef ‘in an amazing place’ as fans hope for new Fugees album after 30 years
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:16:05 GMT
Hill says the band have gone through "an incredible healing process", raising the prospect of new music.
British girl band FLO 'want it all' - and they're confident they will get it
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:56:55 GMT
The rising stars say making their second album, Therapy at the Club, was a "crash course" in music.
TikTok star Sydney Towle, who shared her cancer journey online, dies aged 26
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:17:39 GMT
Towle was known for chronicling her hopes and struggles as a young person living with cancer.
Traitors star Joe Marler to become BBC's first celebrity Gladiator
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:14:41 GMT
The former rugby star will be known as Mauler when the fourth series airs in 2027, the BBC confirmed.
Why Love Island fans are choosing the US edition: 'They actually fancy each other'
Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:46:48 GMT
Fans, commentators and an ex-Islander reflect on what the dating series could do to draw in more viewers again.
Kate Nash on Irish history, heritage and covering Sinéad O'Connor
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:13:04 GMT
Kate Nash will perform at The Mac as part of the fringe programme for the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann
Sir Billy Connolly exhibition coming to Glasgow in 2027
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:50:12 GMT
Billy Connolly's Big Wee Exhibition will be at the city's Kelvingrove Art Gallery from next June .
Stephen Bear jailed for harassing ex-partner Georgia Harrison
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:38:03 GMT
The reality TV contestant is back in prison after admitting a harassment charge regarding Georgia Harrison.
Rihanna is 'in the studio', says partner A$AP Rocky
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:44:22 GMT
The singer, who last released a full album in 2016, is in the studio and "cooking", her partner said.
