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French singer Patrick Bruel under formal investigation for rape

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:29:57 GMT

Bruel was released from custody under judicial supervision while an examining magistrate looks more deeply into the case.

Anger over Epstein and Andrew fuels festival of 'female anarchy'

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:05:49 GMT

Dozens of female playwrights unite to express their "seismic rage" in an ambitious theatrical event.

Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater split after three years

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:37:43 GMT

The pair met on the set of the first Wicked movie, for which Grande received an Oscar nomination.

I wanted to quit Eurovision twice - then won it, says Bangaranga singer Dara

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:26:21 GMT

The Bulgarian singer says her historic victory in Vienna came close to never happening.

Model who alleges Kanye West choked her tells BBC she felt 'suffocated and scared'

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:02:46 GMT

West claims the encounter on a music video set was part of a "provocative theatrical performance".

Cast announced for new series of Peaky Blinders

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:28:11 GMT

The seventh series of the TV show is being filmed in and around Digbeth Loc. Studios in Birmingham.

From bands to bags to beer bins - everything you need to know ahead of Download festival

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:18:58 GMT

Donington Park is gearing up to host the UK's biggest festival of rock and metal music.

Tony Livesey steps back from 5 Live after allegations against David Sullivan

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:16:57 GMT

The presenter worked as editor-in-chief at Sullivan's Sport newspapers before joining the BBC.

Mis-Teeq on reuniting, UK garage and Alesha Dixon's ad libs

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:22:37 GMT

The noughties girl group are back for a reunion gig to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut album.

'I haven't left my house, I'm scared', says Mean Girls actor as Belfast shows cancelled over violence

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:05:00 GMT

The Mean Girls musical's run in Belfast is cancelled following disorder in the city.

Dani Dyer returns to Strictly a year after pulling out with broken ankle

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:20:46 GMT

"Hopefully this time around I can actually make it to week one," the TV and social media star says.

Teacher abandons holiday to duet with Ed Sheeran

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:09:35 GMT

Lianne Kaye says performing with the singer was "honestly unbelievable".

From Nescafe to Ted Lasso: Anthony Head's life in pictures

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:17:48 GMT

Anthony Head, who first came to public attention for his role in 1980s Nescafe ads, has died at the age of 72.

'Traitor' - Elmo in hot water with New Yorkers over Knicks NBA finals

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 01:44:41 GMT

The Sesame Street character, whose fictional home is in New York, was called a traitor after not fully backing the city's basketball team.

Olivia Rodrigo sings about heartbreak but she's already chosen her wedding song

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:09:25 GMT

The pop star discusses the difficulty of writing happy songs, and her Glastonbury anxiety attack.

BBC cancels Doctor Who Christmas special and Russell T Davies announces exit

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:43:14 GMT

The BBC said the decision was made "after careful consideration" and had "not been taken lightly".

Your middle-aged friend starts dating your daughter - drama explores what happens next

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:08:53 GMT

The new drama centres on Alice discovering best friend Steve is dating her 26-year-old daughter.

Rumours and speculation as fans forecast date of Taylor Swift's wedding

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 02:28:56 GMT

Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.