Deborah James: You, Me and The Big C podcast wins top award
You, Me and The Big C and Dear Daughter are among the winners at this year’s British Podcast Awards.
The Rings of Power: Lord of the Rings prequel wows fans at Comic-Con
The Rings of Power, Amazon Prime’s Lord of the Rings spin-off, is the costliest TV show to date.
West End: First new large-scale theatre in 50 years to open
Situated above Tottenham Court Road station the theatre is part of a £300m regeneration project.
Latitude Festival: Lewis Capaldi says he’s “too lazy” for new album
“I just want to say now, I have no new music,” says the star as he headlines the Latitude Festival.
Thirteen Lives: Thai cave rescue actor Tom Bateman relieves diving fears
Actor Tom Bateman recalls how he overcame his claustrophobia in Ron Howard’s film Thirteen Lives.
Resin art social media trend prompts warnings
Using epoxy resin to make art has exploded as an online trend, but experts are urging caution about its use.
Ed Sheeran proud to bring Jamal Edwards’ vision to life
Jamal Edwards planned the singer’s new music video but died aged 31 before they were able to film it.
Ricky Martin: Judge lifts restraining order on singer after harassment claims, which he denies
The singer was accused by a family member of harassment, which he denies, saying it was a “lie”.
The Great British Bake Off: First glimpse of new stage musical
A new theatre musical based on the successful TV show could contain a different kind of showstopper.
Can The Great British Bake Off stage musical serve up a showstopper?
The Great British Bake Off stage show opens, but will it replicate the TV hit’s recipe for success?
Hugh Grant does first Comic-Con with Dungeons & Dragons film
The actor cracked risque jokes with the crowd during his first ever visit to the San Diego convention.
Chris Pine and Hugh Grant star in the new Dungeons and Dragons movie
Chris Pine explains film “easter eggs” to Dungeons and Dragons co-star Hugh Grant
Richard Osman to embark on new series of crime novels
The author and Pointless star says he is working on a new Da Vinci Code-style crime caper.
Jade Goody’s son Bobby Brazier joining EastEnders
Bobby Brazier, the son of late reality-TV star Jade Goody, is filming EastEnders scenes for the autumn.
The woman who built a career from true crime and make-up
Bailey Sarian dabbled in YouTube for years before a chance idea led to a new profession.
Comic-Con returns in-person to San Diego after pandemic
More than 100,000 fans are gathering in San Diego for Comic-Con.
Shakespeare’s first folio sells for $2.4m in New York
The 400-year-old book, a collection of the playwright’s works, is one of only 20 in private hands.
Tributes paid after comic book writer Alan Grant dies
The writer who worked on the likes of Judge Dredd and Batman dies at the age of 73.
Linda Evangelista: Supermodel settles cosmetic procedure case
The model is “pleased” the case is settled, after saying last year she was “permanently deformed”.
David Longdon: Prog rock singer died after falling down stairs
The Big Big Train singer, 56, suffered “unsurvivable” head injuries, an inquest hears.
Harry Potter: Quidditch renamed to Quadball over JK Rowling link
League bosses say the move is designed to “distance” the sport from Harry Potter author JK Rowling.
Dave Chappelle show cancelled over transgender jokes controversy
The US comedian’s show was moved to a different venue in Minnesota at the last minute.
BBC to pay damages to former royal nanny Tiggy Legge-Bourke
The BBC apologises over false claims made about her to obtain an interview with Princess Diana.
Architectural wonders vie for Riba Stirling Prize
The Royal Institute of British Architects has revealed the six buildings in the running this year.
Comic-Con: Thousands head to San Diego for huge Film and TV event
A new Game of Thrones prequel will be among the highlights of the celebration of popular culture.
Dunbar and Toby Jones feature in Beckett Festival return
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the festival honours Samuel Beckett’s time in Enniskillen.
London bus art: Inspiring artwork to travel round city
An artist’s inspirational paintings can be seen on the side of London buses until the end of August.
Harry Potter: Forgotten signed copy of Chamber of Secrets sells for £3,750
Sally Champion, who bought the book for £10.99 more than 20 years ago, will donate the money to charity.
Harrogate’s Crime Writing Festival kicks off
The Harrogate event attracts thousands of literary fans and will host talks by bestselling authors.
Paraorchestra: ‘Headlining Bluedot could be the start of serious change’
Paraorchestra say headlining Bluedot festival will be a defining moment for disabled musicians.
