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Sound Of 2025: Ezra Collective on failed exams and keeping it real
Thu, 09 Jan 2025 02:04:13 GMT
Ezra Collective cap an extraordinary year by being named runners-up in BBC Radio 1's Sound of 2025.
Lauren Laverne moves from Breakfast to new 6 Music show
Thu, 09 Jan 2025 09:49:17 GMT
The star has been absent from the radio station since August while receiving treatment for cancer.
Host Nikki Glaser's best jokes at the Golden Globes
Mon, 06 Jan 2025 01:52:40 GMT
The US comic delivered a cutting opening monologue which poked fun at many of the stars present.
How The Vivienne became a breakout star of British drag
Mon, 06 Jan 2025 04:07:02 GMT
The Vivienne, who has died aged 32, was unapologetically unique and hilariously straight-talking.
Alec Baldwin sues prosecutors in Rust trial
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 09:44:01 GMT
The US actor files a lawsuit against those involved in pursuing criminal charges against him.
Price of resale tickets to be capped under plans to tackle touts
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 12:11:29 GMT
The government is suggesting a cap on the cost of resold tickets, potentially up to 30% on top of the original price.
Tiny stage where Oasis and Stone Roses cut their teeth is rediscovered
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:04:31 GMT
Some of Britain's biggest bands squeezed on to the stage at the celebrated New Adelphi Club in Hull.
Heroes actor Milo Ventimiglia loses home in fires
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 10:33:01 GMT
"We'll make do. Wife and baby and dog are most important," he told CBS News.
Pop star Chappell Roan wins BBC Sound Of 2025
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 01:34:49 GMT
The singer, who was one of the breakout stars of 2024, is tipped for even bigger things this year.
How to watch this year's awards season films
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 10:22:07 GMT
As the Oscars race starts to take shape, here's the ABC (Anora, Blitz, Conclave) of films to watch.
Mel Gibson says his home burned down in LA fires
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 10:47:59 GMT
The Oscar-winning film star criticises California Governor Gavin Newsom over the wildfires raging in LA.
'I shall treasure it': Dame Jacqueline Wilson on New Year's honour
Tue, 31 Dec 2024 10:16:18 GMT
'I shall treasure it': Dame Jacqueline Wilson reacts to New Year's honour
Sheen to fund new national theatre for Wales
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 06:06:10 GMT
The actor says he is putting everything behind starting Welsh National Theatre.
Ex-Strictly musical director Laurie Holloway dies aged 86
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 17:24:01 GMT
The pianist and composer worked on a range of BBC programmes and with well known artists over a long career.
Elton John's hits album finally goes to number one
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 18:00:23 GMT
The star saw renewed interest in his back catalogue after a documentary was released at Christmas.
Watch: Helen Worth's final scene as Gail after 50 years
Wed, 25 Dec 2024 21:04:45 GMT
Coronation Street's longstanding character bid farewell to Weatherfield's famous cobbles.
LA celebrities lose homes, share reactions to wildfires
Sat, 11 Jan 2025 08:22:37 GMT
Jeff Bridges, Mel Gibson, Paris Hilton and Adam Brody are among the celebrities who have lost their homes.
Ad filmed at reality stars' wedding banned over smoking
Sat, 11 Jan 2025 06:20:26 GMT
The advertising watchdog upholds complaints about Vicky Pattison and Ercan Ramadan's clothing ad.
Van Gogh show to open all night on final weekend
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 10:04:12 GMT
The National Gallery Van Gogh exhibit will open for 24 hours a day in its final weekend.
How Myles Smith wrote 2024's biggest British hit
Tue, 07 Jan 2025 02:37:10 GMT
The Luton-born singer-songwriter has taken fourth place on BBC Radio 1's Sound of 2025.
Bob Harris announces Johnnie Walker's death live on Radio 2
Tue, 31 Dec 2024 18:29:19 GMT
Speaking live on BBC Radio 2, Bob Harris pays tribute to his former colleague and friend.
Warwick Davis to receive prestigious Bafta Fellowship
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 19:30:32 GMT
The actor is known for appearing in the Star Wars and Harry Potter films and presents game show Tenable.
Golden Globes: The red carpet in pictures
Mon, 06 Jan 2025 04:40:06 GMT
Other stars at the event in Los Angeles on Sunday included Nicole Kidman and Angelina Jolie.
Nessa from Gavin & Stacey reads Shipping Forecast for centenary
Wed, 01 Jan 2025 09:48:31 GMT
Actress Ruth Jones reprised her role on a special day for the Shipping Forecast on BBC Radio 4 to celebrate 100 years of the weather report.
Dynamo works his magic as Bradford becomes City of Culture
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 21:50:31 GMT
Steven Frayne, aka magician Dynamo, stars at an opening ceremony in sub-zero temperatures for Bradford 2025.