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Oasis drone display appears ahead of stadium gig
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 09:51:27 GMT
A large drone display depicting the Oasis logo appeared above Cardiff's Principality Stadium.
Star Wars actor Kenneth Colley dies aged 87
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:50:33 GMT
The actor died at his home in Kent after contracting Covid and developing pneumonia, his agent said.
Lost Turner work sold as museum outbid at auction
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:59:53 GMT
The oil painting sold to a private UK collector for £1.9m, nearly eight times the estimated price.
Superman would like more kindness, say stars of new reboot
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:27:15 GMT
David Corenswet, Nicholas Hoult and Rachel Brosnahan were among those attending the Superman premiere.
Diddy's secret world revealed in?videos and his voice notes
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:08:28 GMT
Former staff expose details of "freak-offs" - drug-fuelled orgies held in luxurious international venues.
The Devil Wears Prada 2: Everything we know so far
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:09:36 GMT
Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci are all set to reprise their original roles.
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.
As Squid Game ends, South Koreans return to the reality that inspired it
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 22:39:22 GMT
The show's themes of unemployment and inequality are all too relatable for Korean viewers.
'Every word has come back to haunt me': China cracks down on women who write gay erotica
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 22:28:50 GMT
At least 30 writers have been arrested across the country since February, a lawyer tells the BBC.
Did BBC's focus on one potential Glastonbury controversy miss another?
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:22:39 GMT
This was not the peace-loving, welcome-to-all vibe that Glastonbury tries to project, writes Katie Razzall.
Timeline of the charges and allegations against Sean Combs
Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:14:59 GMT
The hip-hop mogul is accused of sex trafficking involving drug-fuelled orgies known as "freak-offs".
Noel Gallagher arrives for Oasis gig by train
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:19:44 GMT
The Oasis star opts to arrive by rail ahead of the band's first gig since 2009.
'Better dead than single': The dark comedy inspired by 'bleak' dating scene
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 00:32:31 GMT
Kat Sadler and her sister Lizzie Davidson on writing and starring in series two of Such Brave Girls.
Kanye West blocked from entering Australia over Hitler song
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 09:07:16 GMT
Kanye West has long sparked controversy over his anti-Semitic remarks and has declared himself a Nazi.
Ozzy bows out: Rock's wildest frontman prepares for one last show
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:08:08 GMT
Rock icon and heavy metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne is set to perform for devoted fans one last time.
Bob Vylan: Who are the controversial rap-punk duo?
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 17:01:00 GMT
The band made headlines at Worthy Farm over the weekend with a chant about the IDF.
Watch: What to know about the Diddy verdict - and what comes next
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:52:12 GMT
The disgraced hip-hop mogul was denied bail after being found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.
'I looked after Sean Connery, David Lynch and Tarantino for work'
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 05:26:51 GMT
Angela Freeman encountered many celebrities during 34 years at the Glasgow Film Theatre.
Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen dies aged 67
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 19:58:37 GMT
The actor, a near-constant presence in Quentin Tarantino movies, is believed to have died of cardiac arrest.
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.
Oasis 'sounding huge' as comeback tour launches
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 23:11:15 GMT
The band will play the first of 41 highly anticipated dates in Cardiff, after a break of 16 years.
Optimo DJ diagnosed with untreatable brain tumour
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 12:23:55 GMT
Keith McIvor co-ran Optimo Espacio - one of Glasgow's most loved club nights - for 13 years between 1997 and 2010.
Diddy denied bail after being cleared of most serious charges
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:31:14 GMT
Combs will remain behind bars because of his history of violence, the judge said, setting sentencing for October.
Dramatic moment Sean 'Diddy' Combs fell to his knees after learning his fate
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:43:51 GMT
The rapper mouthed to his family "I'm coming home" after being acquitted of the most serious charges.
Paramount to pay Trump $16m to settle 60 Minutes lawsuit
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:06:42 GMT
The media company noted the settlement does not include a statement of apology or regret.
Canaletto work owned by first UK PM sells for record
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 13:42:50 GMT
The painting once adorned the walls of Dowing Street during the tenure of Sir Robert Walpole.
What has Sean 'Diddy' Combs been convicted of?
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:51:55 GMT
The rapper was convicted of transporting people for prostitution and could be released on bail.
Another Jurassic film is out, and Oasis return: What's coming up this week
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:03:16 GMT
Also this week, Evita officially opens and The Sandman returns for season two.
Fans complain Lorde's new album won't work in CD players
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 09:04:55 GMT
The singer's latest - Virgin - comes on a transparent disc, which has caused headaches for some.
Watch: What it was like inside courtroom when verdict came in
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:10:17 GMT
In total, the jury deliberated for 13 hours over three days to come to a unanimous decision on the charges against Combs.
Angélique Kidjo first black African to get Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 16:09:46 GMT
Africa's "premier diva" has been honoured after more than 40 years in the industry.
BBC senior staff told to 'step back' from duties following row
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:26:04 GMT
No "high risk" music acts will be broadcast live in the future after Bob Vylan's Glastonbury set.
'Sabbath gave bands like Slipknot the blueprint'
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:31:06 GMT
How Black Sabbath paved the way for bands like Slipknot as well as a new wave of artists.
Diddy's reputation is tarnished, but could he find a way back?
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 23:51:03 GMT
The rap star is facing more prison time but was cleared of the most serious charges, and still has loyal fans.
