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Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa to receive honorary doctorate

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:29:17 GMT

Other recipients include Belle and Sebastian singer Stuart Murdoch and BBC journalist Sarah Smith.

Bloodborne video game film adaptation announced with YouTuber Jacksepticeye

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:14:36 GMT

YouTuber Jacksepticeye will co-produce the film adapation of the popular Playstation game.

Man wins €1m Picasso painting in €100 charity raffle

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:40:24 GMT

"How do I know this isn't a prank?" the winner asked when he answered a video call from Christie's auction house in Paris.

Rachel Zegler's heroes, Brian Cranston's nap schedule and more moments from the Olivier Awards

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:13:28 GMT

The 50th Oliviers at the Royal Albert Hall provided some memorable conversations away from the ceremony.

Theatre touring 'in crisis' as performances of plays drop 70%

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:53:21 GMT

The steep decline "is likely to reach a critical level without intervention", a report warns.

In pictures: Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett and Paddington on Oliviers red carpet

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:10:51 GMT

Stage stars posed for pictures ahead of a night of celebration for UK theatre at the Royal Albert Hall.

Balamory is back - Miss Hoolie and PC Plum lift the lid on what to expect

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:15:54 GMT

The cast of the rebooted children's TV hit tell us the new series is a 'love letter to the original'.

South Korea jails American YouTuber for public nuisance

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:21:51 GMT

Johnny Somali sparked outrage after kissing a statue representing World War Two sex slaves.

Jorginho withdraws criticism of Chappell Roan

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:15:28 GMT

Former Chelsea and Arsenal player Jorginho issues a statement saying pop singer Chappell Roan was not involved in an incident in which a security guard reduced his daughter to tears.

Ticketmaster-owner Live Nation ran a monopoly and overcharged fans, jury finds

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:56:29 GMT

The lawsuit said the firm's practices had led to higher ticket prices and worse service for customers.

Your guide to the UK's music festival season for summer 2026

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:14:12 GMT

Glastonbury is having a fallow year but there are huge line-ups at many other festivals this year - and something different if you fancy that too.

Kanye West postpones France gig following UK ban

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:29:43 GMT

It comes a week after the UK government announced it would block the rapper from entering the country.

Meghan to appear as guest judge on MasterChef Australia

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:04:29 GMT

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are on a four-day visit to Australia - their first since 2018.

BBC to cut almost one in 10 staff to make £500m savings

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:04:35 GMT

The BBC's interim director general says the cuts will require "some big and some difficult choices".

Hollywood stars unite to oppose Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery merger

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:39:03 GMT

Stars like Emma Thompson and Ben Stiller signed an open letter against the deal, which Paramount said will ensure creators "have more avenues for their work, not fewer".

Chalamet thanked by Royal Ballet and Opera boss for boosting ticket sales

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:34:42 GMT

Alex Beard says the public response to Chalamet saying "no-one cares about ballet or opera" was "fantastic."

From One Day to One Ring: Leo Woodall joins new The Lord of the Rings cast

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:49:49 GMT

Leo Woodall, Jamie Dornan and Kate Winslet will join returning actors Sir Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood.

'Lyndon Laney shaped the sound of a generation of musicians'

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:18:29 GMT

The innovator is described as "one of the true pioneers of British musical equipment".

Eddie Redmayne fined for speeding in 20mph zone

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:25:46 GMT

The actor admitted the offence but submitted a form too late to avoid court.

Euphoria is back with more shock and scandal, but mixed reviews

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:03:12 GMT

Many critics say the third season of the hit HBO drama doesn't live up to its previous heights.

Stormzy's stab vest goes on display in landmark exhibition of black British music

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:08:12 GMT

The Banksy-designed vest features alongside artefacts from Shirley Bassey, Sade and Craig David.

Euphoria stars hit red carpet at premiere of third - and possibly final - season

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:24:47 GMT

Sydney Sweeney, Zendaya and Jacob Elordi reunite and are joined by some new cast members at the launch.

Oasis among record number of Brits entering Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:27:43 GMT

Sade, Phil Collins, Billy Idol and Joy Division/New Order are also among the recipients.

Irish musician Moya Brennan dies aged 73

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:04:20 GMT

The singer came to prominence when she began performing with her family in the group Clannad, which was formed in 1970.

Jessie Ware on the 'hyper-surreal' high of her first arena tour

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:30:17 GMT

The singer will play three UK arenas later this year, 14 years after her first album came out.

An inappropriate joke nearly ended his career. Now he's back with more humour

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:45:41 GMT

A misfired joke nearly derailed Samay Raina’s comedy career. Now he’s back, reclaiming his voice.

India refuses to criminalise marital rape. This new series shines a light on it

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:16:41 GMT

Chiraiya, which has drawn an audience of millions, has prompted conversations on social media around consent and misogyny.

Madonna announces sequel to Confessions On A Dancefloor album

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:19:28 GMT

The pop star confirms the follow-up to her classic 2005 album will be released in July.