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Glastonbury boss on 'heated topics' and Kneecap at the festival

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:18:47 GMT

Glastonbury co-organiser Emily Eavis responds to the prime minister's comments on Kneecap playing Glastonbury.


Mollie King's must-watch act at Glastonbury

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:16:14 GMT

Here's the artist the Radio 1 DJ thinks you should check out.


Glastonbury: The 1975 deliver a polished, but safe headline slot

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 23:24:51 GMT

The indie band deliver the hits - while Alanis Morisette, PinkPantheress and Wet Leg also impress.


What might James Bond be like under director Denis Villeneuve?

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 08:44:13 GMT

The Oscar-nominated Dune film-maker says he is a "die-hard" Bond fan and will "honour" the franchise.


Jack Saunders' one to watch at Glastonbury

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:44:11 GMT

Radio 1's Jack Saunders recommends catching this American hardcore punk band.


Syrian charged over plot to attack Taylor Swift Vienna concert

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:07:42 GMT

A young Syrian national is suspected of supporting a foreign terror group over a foiled plot in Vienna last August.


Who is Lauren Sanchez? Journalist, pilot and Jeff Bezos' fiancee

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:22:36 GMT

The 55-year-old started her career as journalist and is also a pilot with a keen interest in aviation.


Full line-up and stage times for the weekend

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 18:03:48 GMT

The UK's biggest festival kicks off this week. Here's who's playing, and a guide to the secret sets.


Celebs say this gossip forum ruined their lives. Now its owner has been unmasked

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 23:19:17 GMT

Celebrities tell BBC about "horrendous" abuse on Tattle Life, a site run anonymously - until now.


Mission Impossible theme composer, Lalo Schifrin, dies at 93

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:41:14 GMT

The Grammy Award-winning musician is remembered for a career spanning 60 years with more than 100 scores to his name.


Lorde opens Glastonbury festival with surprise set

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:08:18 GMT

The New Zealand pop star draws a huge crowd for an unannounced appearance on the Woodsies Stage.


'My stoma won't stop me enjoying Glastonbury'

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 06:45:07 GMT

TikToker Lucy Smith-Butler says she hopes her top tips will help other disabled festival-goers too.


Anna Wintour stepping back as US Vogue's editor-in-chief

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 20:29:25 GMT

Dame Anna, who has been editor-in-chief for 37 years, will continue to hold a senior role at the company.


Glastonbury Festival: Five newcomers you don't want to miss

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:37:25 GMT

Some of music's best new acts will play at Glastonbury. Here's who to see before they get too big.


Watch: How prosecutors went after Diddy in his sex trafficking trial

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:31:10 GMT

From a hotel video to baby oil – the BBC's Nada Tawfik breaks down the evidence and testimony heard on the stand so far.


'Primary School Bangers' set draws in Glastonbury crowds

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:20:00 GMT

The nostalgic performance was so popular, officials had to close off the field to manage crowds.


Brad Pitt's Los Angeles home 'ransacked', police say

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 22:37:02 GMT

The Oscar-winning actor has been traveling to promote his new film F1 and was reportedly not home.


In pictures: Glastonbury Festival day one

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 18:24:12 GMT

A wheelie bin to carry your tent to smiling faces in the crowd - the festival is now under way.


Sabrina Carpenter reveals new album art 'approved by God' after outcry

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:28:32 GMT

The original artwork was criticised by some who claimed it promoted misogynistic stereotypes.


Lewis Capaldi makes emotional comeback with surprise Glastonbury set

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 17:09:11 GMT

The singer makes his live return at the festival after releasing a new single.


In pictures: Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding in Venice

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 07:27:24 GMT

The festivities are expected to last three days, ending with a large party on Saturday.


In pictures: Glastonbury Festival day two

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 20:45:38 GMT

Day two was a drizzly start but the sun came through - and so did the surprises.


Keeping Joe Strummer's spirit alive at Glastonbury

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:29:55 GMT

Joe Strummer's widow says he "absolutely loved" the festival.


From obscurity to Glastonbury. Did Doecchii really predict success five years ago?

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 01:05:00 GMT

The Florida-born rapper and singer is a Grammy Award-winner and a top act at Glastonbury.


CMAT says she still faces abuse after viral song

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 20:11:47 GMT

The singer spoke to BBC News after her set lit up Glastonbury festival on Friday afternoon.


MrBeast removes YouTube AI tool after backlash

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:44:24 GMT

The world's most subscribed YouTuber admits he "missed the mark" after releasing the tool last week.


Chaka Khan to headline Pride at Trafalgar Square

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:06:48 GMT

Khan will perform hits including I'm Every Woman, Ain't Nobody and I Feel For You.


Giant Michael Jackson statues popped up 30 years ago. Where have they gone?

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 23:35:37 GMT

The King Of Pop had 10 statues made in his image in 1995, but where can they be seen three decade later?


'We want to give you best seat in house for Glasto'

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:00:19 GMT

A look behind the scenes at what it takes to bring Glastonbury Festival to people across the world.


Stalker admits going to Cheryl Tweedy's home again

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:26:42 GMT

The 50-year-old man pleads guilty to breaching a restraining order and is remanded in custody.


What is Sean 'Diddy' Combs charged with and how long will his trial last?

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 22:08:04 GMT

The jury in the federal sex trafficking trial will be sworn in on Monday before opening statements are delivered.


Anna Wintour's legacy and who might replace her as Vogue editor

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:37:15 GMT

Dame Anna announced this week she was stepping down as editor-in-chief after 37 years.


Rod Stewart on Glastonbury: 'I wish they wouldn't call it the tea time slot'

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:11:34 GMT

The rock star talks to BBC News ahead of his performance at the Glastonbury Festival this weekend.