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• Gavin and Stacey stars reveal details of their new TV comedy (2026-01-15 18:59:06)
  Ruth Jones and James Corden are writing and starring in The Choir, which will air on Apple TV.
• Matthew McConaughey trademarks iconic phrase to stop AI misuse (2026-01-15 18:34:41)
  The Oscar-winning actor has trademarked several phrases, including "Alright, alright, alright" from the cult classic film, Dazed and Confused.
• Hygiene ratings shouldn't apply to Michelin restaurants, says food critic (2026-01-15 17:26:34)
  The restaurant critic says inspectors should "modernise" after Ynyshir recieved a one-out-of-five hygiene rating.
• Health and safety rules 'don't really apply' to Michelin restaurants, says food critic (2026-01-15 17:26:34)
  The restaurant critic says inspectors should "modernise" after Ynyshir recieved a one-out-of-five hygiene rating.
• Harry Styles announces fourth album - with intriguing title (2026-01-15 17:15:53)
  The pop star's long-awaited comeback is confirmed, after a viral campaign spread around the world.
• Sheeran touts ordered to pay back £3m or face jail (2026-01-15 14:35:27)
  A Norfolk couple are ordered to pay the money after a Proceeds of Crime Act hearing.
• TikTok star will not repay full extradition costs (2026-01-15 13:26:48)
  Harrison Sullivan will not have to pay the full cost of the jet that police chartered to arrest him.
• Amol Rajan to leave Radio 4's Today programme (2026-01-15 11:48:44)
  The presenter will continue to host University challenge and his Radical podcast for the BBC.
• Eurovision Song Contest announces live tour (2026-01-15 11:27:45)
  The show will feature some of the most memorable performers from the seven decades of the competition.
• 2026 Mobo Awards: The nominations list in full (2026-01-15 10:34:06)
  Find out who is nominated in each of the 20 categories at the 2026 Mobo Awards.
• Olivia Dean, Central Cee and Little Simz lead 2026 Mobo nominations (2026-01-15 10:33:52)
  The musicians pick up four nominations each, as the ceremony moves to Manchester for the first time.
• Olivia Dean, Little Simz and Central Cee lead 2026 Mobo nominations (2026-01-15 10:33:52)
  The musicians pick up four nominations each, as the ceremony moves to Manchester for the first time.
• Creatives mark Winnie-the-Pooh's 100th anniversary (2026-01-15 10:29:13)
  A creative troupe will host performances in the forest that inspired A. A. Milne's Hundred Acre Wood.
• The rise and fall of convicted TV actor John Alford (2026-01-15 06:21:13)
  Once a TV star who found minor chart success, John Alford is now in prison for sex offences.
• Traitors star reveals murder strategy during 'wonderful experience' on show (2026-01-14 19:34:24)
  Fiona Hughes was selected by presenter Claudia Winkleman to be the secret traitor in the opening episode.
• David Hockney says moving Bayeux Tapestry to UK is 'madness' (2026-01-14 17:55:02)
  The artist claims it is too much of a risk to transport the centuries-old artwork from France.
• Wicked's Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey set for theatre reunion (2026-01-14 17:39:15)
  The Hollywood stars will perform in London after their successful run in the Wicked franchise.
• Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of cake fraud (2026-01-14 17:12:24)
  Chiara Ferragni had been accused of misleading consumers in her promotion of Christmas cakes and Easter eggs.
• Julian Barnes on his last novel: 'I hope it's a good one to go out on' (2026-01-14 17:00:31)
  The award-winning author discusses his "final" novel, living with cancer, and the future of fiction.
• Actor John Alford jailed for sex assaults on teens (2026-01-14 16:46:59)
  The former London's Burning and Grange Hill star is sentenced at St Albans Crown Court.
• Judgement reserved in appeal against Kneecap member (2026-01-14 16:40:17)
  The UK government is appealing the September 2025 decision to dismiss the case against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh.
• Coronation Street legend joins cast of Irish soap (2026-01-14 16:32:17)
  Callard, best known for her role as Liz McDonald on Coronation Street, will play a new character called Lily.
• Sting pays Police bandmates more than £500,000 in royalties (2026-01-14 15:05:43)
  The musician discovered a "historic underpayment" after being sued in London's High Court.
• Sting pays Police bandmates £600,000 in royalties (2026-01-14 15:05:43)
  The musician discovered a "historic underpayment" after being sued in London's High Court.
• Wicked's Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey tease theatre reunion (2026-01-14 14:52:40)
  The Hollywood stars look set to reunite on stage after their successful run in the Wicked franchise.
• Prosecutors set out challenge to Kneecap terrorism charge decision (2026-01-14 14:16:47)
  The government starts appealing the September 2025 decision to dismiss the case brought against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, aka Mo Chara.
• Bafta names rising stars who are tipped for film success (2026-01-14 12:16:06)
  Chase Infiniti, Miles Caton and Robert Aramayo are among the nominees for the Bafta Rising Star Award.
• First-ever UK Town of Culture competition launched (2026-01-14 11:54:24)
  Towns of all sizes are encouraged to showcase their culture for a chance to win a £3m prize.
• What life lessons can we learn from The Traitors? (2026-01-14 11:54:11)
  The different biases, stereotypes and filter bubbles that are brought to the round table
• Milton Keynes set to get 'world-class' £76m events venue (2026-01-14 11:29:08)
  The council says it will bring "incredible live entertainment to the heart of the city".
• Colleen Hoover reveals 'successful' cancer surgery (2026-01-14 11:17:07)
  The best-selling author says she has also been undergoing radiotherapy and is "doing much better".
• Kneecap terrorism charge appeal case begins at High Court (2026-01-14 10:31:21)
  The UK government is appealing the September 2025 decision to dismiss the case brought against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, aka Mo Chara.
• First UK Town of Culture competition searches for 'unique stories' (2026-01-14 05:34:26)
  The event is part the government's effort to "restore pride in communities" and showcase local communities.
• Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged assault of ride-share driver (2026-01-14 03:54:50)
  Investigators arrested the actor, star of 24 and Designated Survivor, in Hollywood early on Monday morning.
• Stranger Things documentary-maker shares reason for last-minute finale script (2026-01-14 00:43:26)
  The making-of documentary gives fans an insight into the production process of the hit sci-fi show.
• Why you're more like the Traitors than you think and how it could harm you (2026-01-14 00:36:32)
  We often underestimate how often we bend the truth, but doing so can leave us isolated and anxious.
• Singer Julio Iglesias faces Spanish inquiry into sexual assault allegations (2026-01-13 18:11:47)
  Iglesias, who is 82, has been a household name in Spain since the 1960s and has sold millions of records worldwide.
• Controversial Dilbert cartoonist Scott Adams dies aged 68 (2026-01-13 17:38:55)
  His ex-wife announced his death on Tuesday during a live stream of his podcast.
• Sacked Grand Theft Auto workers refused pay relief by judge (2026-01-13 16:51:20)
  An employment judge says they can not be sure the former Rockstar workers were sacked for union activity.
• Megastar boy band BTS never really went away (2026-01-13 15:54:29)
  The world's biggest boy band are due to reveal their 2026 tour dates - why is it causing so much excitement?
• Three men guilty of harassing BBC journalist over A Very British Cult documentary (2026-01-13 15:41:31)
  All three are members of Lighthouse, a group investigated for a BBC documentary and podcast in 2023
• BTS stand to make $1bn as they announce mammoth comeback tour (2026-01-13 15:16:03)
  It's the K-Pop band's first tour since completing compulsory military service in South Korea.
• BBC seeks dismissal of Trump's multi-billion dollar defamation lawsuit (2026-01-13 13:33:21)
  Court papers filed on Monday show the broadcaster will argue the Florida court lacks "personal jurisdiction" over the BBC.
• Harry Styles teases fourth album with cryptic posters (2026-01-13 09:54:45)
  The posters bear the message "we belong together", superimposed over a photo of fans taken during his last world tour.
• BTS: Why the megastar boy band never really went away (2026-01-13 09:00:52)
  The world's biggest boy band are due to reveal their 2026 tour dates - why is it causing so much excitement?
• Why megastar boy band BTS never really went away (2026-01-13 09:00:52)
  The world's biggest boy band are due to reveal their 2026 tour dates - why is it causing so much excitement?
• BBC seeks dismissal of Trump's $5bn defamation lawsuit (2026-01-13 08:21:31)
  Court papers filed on Monday show the broadcaster will argue the Florida court lacks "personal jurisdiction" over the BBC.
• Australian novelist Craig Silvey charged with child exploitation offences (2026-01-13 06:19:33)
  Silvey, best known for his novel Jasper Jones, was arrested after police raided his Perth home.
• BBC will aim to have Trump's $5bn defamation lawsuit thrown out (2026-01-13 03:07:09)
  Court papers filed on Monday show the broadcaster will argue the Florida court lacks "personal jurisdiction" over the BBC.
• The Indian superstar taking a shot at political greatness (2026-01-13 00:51:34)
  Vijay draws Gen Z crowds and fan devotion, but analysts question whether movie stardom can convert into votes.
• Why Michael Sheen put his money on the line for new Welsh national theatre (2026-01-13 00:01:09)
  The actor discusses spearheading the Welsh National Theatre and starring in its first production.
• First look at new crime drama starring Yellowstone actor (2026-01-12 20:23:21)
  Sky's Under Salt Marsh has already been praised by critics before its release at the end of January.
• First look at new Welsh crime drama starring Yellowstone actor (2026-01-12 18:02:03)
  Sky's Under Salt Marsh has already been praised by critics before its release at the end of January.
• Could Oscar glory be next for Jessie Buckley and Hamnet? (2026-01-12 15:07:36)
  Jessie Buckley is a hot favourite to become the fifth Irish actor to win an Oscar after winning a Golden Globe.
• 'My daughter helped shape new autistic Barbie doll' (2026-01-12 14:50:10)
  An autism advocacy group describes the new toy as a "milestone" in representation.
• Oscar glory next for Irish star Jessie Buckley and NI-born author of Hamnet? (2026-01-12 12:11:05)
  Jessie Buckley is a hot favourite to become the fifth Irish actor to win an Oscar after winning a Golden Globe.
• Nigerian stars dominate All Africa Music Awards (2026-01-12 08:57:07)
  Global superstar Burna Boy claimed the prestigious Album of the Year award for his latest work No Sign of Weakness.
• Golden Globes top moments: Amy Poehler and Snoop Dogg to K-Pop triumphs (2026-01-12 05:29:29)
  The annual award ceremony included plenty of star-power and banter, while bringing the Oscars race into focus.
• KPop Demon Hunters wins Golden Globes for best animated film (2026-01-12 04:22:07)
  The film's breakout anthem Golden was also named best original song at the awards on Sunday.
• Golden Globes 2026: The full list of winners (2026-01-12 04:18:05)
  The year's biggest and best films and stars are honoured as Hollywood award season gets under way.
• Chalamet beats DiCaprio to Golden Globes glory (2026-01-12 04:13:40)
  Chalamet is among the main winners at the Golden Globes and gets a boost in his quest for an Oscar.
• Golden Globes host Nikki Glaser's best jokes (2026-01-12 02:21:02)
  The US comic delivered a scorching opening monologue that roasted the A-listers in the room.
• Star glamour on the Golden Globes red carpet (2026-01-12 01:18:56)
  The Golden Globes, one of Hollywood's leading awards ceremonies, is taking place in Los Angeles.
• Stars arrive on Golden Globes red carpet (2026-01-11 23:16:42)
  The Golden Globes, one of Hollywood's leading awards ceremonies, is taking place in Los Angeles.
• How to watch the Golden Globe-nominated films (2026-01-11 22:58:05)
  Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face one battle after another as the awards race heats up.
• Golden Globes 2026: The full list of winners and nominees (2026-01-11 22:47:03)
  The biggest and best films and stars are on the shortlists as Hollywood award season gets under way.
• EastEnders actor Derek Martin dies aged 92 (2026-01-11 17:55:51)
  Martin, a born and bred East Londoner, appeared as Charlie Slater between 2000 and 2016.
• Lorraine Kelly pays tribute to father after 'shock' death (2026-01-11 11:40:15)
  Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to her 84-year-old father after his death in East Kilbride in Scotland.
• Winners and Sinners: What to expect from the Golden Globes (2026-01-11 07:53:49)
  Marty Supreme, Sinners and One Battle After Another are the films competing at this year's ceremony.
• Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder, dies aged 78 (2026-01-11 03:00:10)
  Weir was a fixture in the psychedelic rock group and its various spin-offs over 60 years.
• Love Island villa evacuated and filming postponed over wildfires (2026-01-10 21:04:47)
  Filming for the third series of the dating programme spin-off has been postponed and ITV has not said when it will resume.
• Traitors star got a burner phone to deal with fame – then police turned up (2026-01-10 17:58:13)
  Traitor's star Fiona Hughes says the police arrived after trying to buy a burner phone for her social media.
• Traitors star 'tried to buy a burner phone' to deal with fame – then police turned up (2026-01-10 17:58:13)
  Traitor's star Fiona Hughes says the police arrived after trying to buy a burner phone for her social media.
• Rare first Superman comic once stolen from Nicolas Cage sells for $15m (2026-01-10 16:06:41)
  Fewer than 100 copies of Action Comics No 1, which introduced the world to Superman, are thought to exist.
• How on the day Bowie died he apparently paid £10,116 towards a village car park (2026-01-10 15:29:23)
  The cash was sent to Binley by Bowie's son, the total seemingly marking the date of the star's death.
• US film stars Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors become Guinea citizens after DNA tests (2026-01-10 12:56:21)
  The pair join other US celebrities reconnecting with their African heritage and taking up citizenship.
• Where does latest Traitors showdown rank in show's most explosive moments? (2026-01-10 09:41:44)
  We look at whether the recent confrontation between two contestants on The Traitors goes down as the most dramatic ever.
• Rose-tinted filter: Why 2016 is taking over social media in 2026 (2026-01-10 02:09:12)
  Fidget spinners, filters and feeds that worked. Why are young people pining to go back a decade?
• Sir Tom Jones says scammers impersonating him in fake profiles (2026-01-09 19:21:15)
  The 85-year-old Welsh singer warns scammers are trying to "trap and abuse" vulnerable people.
• US film stars Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors to become Guinea citizens after DNA tests (2026-01-09 18:36:51)
  The pair join other US celebrities reconnecting with their African heritage and taking up citizenship.
• Sir Tom Jones warns of fake profiles pretending to be him in 'sad' scam (2026-01-09 18:00:57)
  The 85-year-old Welsh singer warns scammers are trying to "trap and abuse" vulnerable people.
• Stranger Things star is number one as show's songs shoot up chart (2026-01-09 17:46:27)
  Joe Keery, aka musician Djo, aka Stranger Things' Steve Harrington, is number one in the UK charts.
• Heated Rivalry creator on why fans love the gay romance drama (2026-01-09 15:49:35)
  Jacob Tierney says the "sex forward" gay drama, which is released in the UK on Saturday, features elements of romance that don't get taken seriously enough.
• Dwayne Johnson and George Clooney miss out on Baftas longlist (2026-01-09 12:53:06)
  They are among big names missing out at the Baftas, which can often indicate who will win at the Oscars.
• Gabby Logan pays tribute to her 'warrior' dad Terry Yorath (2026-01-09 12:35:40)
  The presenter describes her dad as a "generous man" who instilled a "lifelong love of sport" in her.
• Pierce Brosnan, Prince Naz and the embrace that never happened (2026-01-09 06:36:44)
  When Prince Naseem Hamed met actor Pierce Brosnan in the lead-up to a new film, it brought back thoughts of a reconciliation with trainer Brendan Ingle that never happened.
• 'Student's Traitors win would be amazing for uni' (2026-01-09 06:29:09)
  PhD student Jade Scott, a labs assessor at the university, is appearing in series four of the show.
• Dylan Thomas 'plagiarised other poets' repeatedly as schoolboy (2026-01-09 06:12:32)
  He became a literary legend but as a schoolboy the young Dylan Thomas has been found to have copied poems.
• 'It's incredible, surreal': Skye Newman wins BBC Sound of 2026 (2026-01-09 00:44:28)
  Coming from a "broken background", Skye Newman's visceral, powerful pop has made her one to watch.
• Ruth Jones excited by first drama role in Netflix series (2026-01-08 18:00:06)
  The Gavin and Stacey writer stars opposite Cold Feet's James Nesbitt in Harlan Coben's latest crime thriller
• Cat Burns celebrates 'start of new life' after breast reduction surgery (2026-01-08 16:59:42)
  The singer and recent Celebrity Traitor said her breasts had caused her problems since childhood.
• Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie 'devastated' by death of young son (2026-01-08 14:35:57)
  The Half of a Yellow Sun and We Should All Be Feminists writer's twin boys were born in 2024.
• Sound of 2026: Rap polymath Jim Legxacy is the runner-up (2026-01-08 07:00:09)
  The south London rapper and producer's latest release has been called "a landmark moment for UK music".
• From trauma to triumph: Jim Legxacy is changing the face of UK rap (2026-01-08 07:00:09)
  The south London rapper and producer's latest release has been called "a landmark moment for UK music".
• From trauma to triumph: Jim Legxacy is transforming UK rap (2026-01-08 07:00:09)
  The south London rapper and producer's latest release has been called "a landmark moment for UK music".
• Trainer's family share their pride over boxing film (2026-01-08 06:05:40)
  Tara Ingle said her father would have "loved" to have known he was played in a film "by a big star".
• Reality TV star Spencer Pratt announces run for LA mayor (2026-01-08 01:00:08)
  His longshot bid comes on the anniversary of a wildfire that destroyed his home in the Pacific Palisades area.
• Nick Reiner's lawyer removes himself from murder case (2026-01-07 23:11:35)
  The son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner appeared in a Los Angeles court, now represented by a public defender.
• 'Secret traitor' revealed in dramatic uncloaking on The Traitors (2026-01-07 22:31:51)
  The red-cloaked secret traitor had been controlling certain aspects of the game as part of a new twist.
• Crowds line Saint-Tropez streets for Bardot funeral (2026-01-07 22:27:25)
  The French film star had wanted her funeral to be without fanfare - but locals wanted to pay her a proper adieu.
• Owen Cooper tells Timothée Chalamet: I'm not Scouse (2026-01-07 10:46:42)
  The actors' chat at the Critics' Choice Awards in California turned to talk of Liverpool.
• Dawn French reveals whether she can keep a secret (2026-01-07 06:14:17)
  Dawn French stars in the BBC's new sitcom Can You Keep a Secret? which was filmed in Somerset.
• Timothée's shoutout for Kylie and other moments from Critics' Choice Awards (2026-01-05 10:46:54)
  Jessie Buckley won best actress and Adolescence also scooped four awards on the night in California.
• Reluctant rockers Royel Otis tipped for success (2026-01-05 07:02:28)
  The Australian indie pop duo had to be talked into becoming a band. It has more than paid off.
• Steve Coogan on his Roy Keane film - and his part in Posh and Becks' first meeting (2026-01-05 00:02:40)
  Coogan stars as football boss Mick McCarthy in the film Saipan, about the fall-out between him and captain Roy Keane.
• GTA 6 and everything else: What to watch in video games in 2026 (2025-12-31 01:08:12)
  Next year could be hugely significant for video games - here are the big things to keep an eye on.
• Who's releasing new albums and will Oasis play Knebworth? (2025-12-30 00:05:40)
  Music correspondent Mark Savage previews the biggest albums, tours and festivals of the coming year.
• Some of the best TV in years is coming - here are the highlights (2025-12-29 04:27:06)
  We look ahead to 18 notable shows and events to look out for in 2026, from drama to sport.
• Style trends to look out for: Bold colours, tassels and loud luxury (2025-12-28 00:54:47)
  These are some of the biggest trends you can expect to see hitting stores in the new year.
• Film lookahead: 20 highlights to watch out for (2025-12-28 00:45:45)
  We look ahead to 20 notable films to watch for in 2026, from Oscar hopefuls to potential blockbusters.
• Sound of 2026: 10 acts you'll be obsessed with next year (2025-12-02 01:09:44)
  The list tips new music for the coming year, following previous winners like Adele, Haim and Chappell Roan.

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