DaBaby ‘genuinely engaged’ with US black HIV groups
The rapper joined a virtual meeting with nine leaders from HIV groups to learn about the virus.
Wildlife photo: Is this the world’s most beautiful mosquito?
Both beauty and beast. A Sabethes mosquito is visually stunning but it’s also a carrier of disease.
John Lydon calls Sex Pistols ruling dumbfounding and destructive
The singer’s statement follows his failure to stop the punk band’s music featuring in a TV drama.
Fake Banksy NFT sold through artist’s website for £244k
Duped buyer says he feels “burned” after apparent hack of Banksy website.
Dave Grohl performs with Nandi Bushell, 11, at Foo Fighters gig
Nandi Bushell joins the American rock band on stage in Los Angeles.
Candyman: Horror reboot director Nia DaCosta makes US box office history
Nia DaCosta is the first black woman to have a film open at number one in North American cinemas.
Mission: Impossible Covid shutdowns prompt lawsuit
Film maker Paramount alleges insurance payout for the latest Tom Cruise installment does not cover losses.
Naked Attraction London bus ads to be removed
The advert was criticised on social media as “tone deaf” with passengers at risk of sexual assault.
R. Kelly trial: First male accuser testifies to sexual abuse
An unnamed man says the star promised fame in exchange for sex, while a female witness alleges rape.
Kanye West: Donda released by Universal without my say, artist claims
The rapper says his record label released his delayed 10th album without his permission.
Ed Asner: Lou Grant and Up actor dies aged 91
He’ll be remembered for his roles as TV newsman Lou Grant and the lead voice role in Pixar hit Up.
Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry: Tributes paid to the ‘true legend’ of reggae
Fellow musicians praise the legendary singer and music producer who has died aged 85.
Reading festival: Woman, 20, dies in hospital
Festival Republic said the 20-year-old had a pre-existing condition and died on Friday evening.
Sabyasachi Mukherjee: Wanderlust collection was about India
Indian fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee was criticised after he teamed up with high street retailer H&M.
Back to the mosh pit: What it means for super-fans
Live music is back – and for the most committed fans it’s the return of an entire way of life.
Stormzy, Skepta and Aitch: Making beats for rap stars at 19
Chris Rich has made thousands from creating beats in the style of hip hop’s elite.
Bilsdale transmitter fire: TV Licence refund offered to worst affected
While most TV services have been restored after a transmitter fire, some will be able to claim.
Strictly: Why are South African dancers so popular?
As Strictly prepares to return to our screens next month another South African dancer has joined the professionals.
Vigil: Submarine drama explores ‘isolating and tense’ life and death at sea
Suranne Jones and Martin Compston star in BBC One’s Vigil, set on board a nuclear submarine.
The UK’s first all-black, all-female theatre company is shaking up Shakespeare
Mawa Theatre Company is a UK first and aims to make Shakespeare’s work more accessible.
Kanye West: Kim Kardashian attends Donda event in wedding gown
It was one of several publicity stunts at the rapper’s latest “listening party” for his new album.
Gogglebox star Andrew Michael dies aged 61
He was well known for appearing on the Channel 4 series alongside his wife and two children.
Tom Cruise’s BMW stolen during Mission: Impossible filming
The BMW X7 was stolen from Church Street, Birmingham, near to the hotel where the actor was staying.
Time’s Up boss quits over ties to scandal-hit Cuomo
Tina Tchen is second Time’s Up resignation in connection with politician accused of harassing women.
Morecambe and Wise ‘bored stiff’ by Monty Python
The comedy double act shared their thoughts in an unearthed 1973 interview for a student TV station.
Books: Bid for more diverse heroes in Welsh children’s stories
Author Jessica Dunrod says it’s important for black children to see themselves in literature.
Festivals: Drug supply issues and low tolerance add to overdose fears
Disruptions could mean people inadvertently take stronger or more dangerous drugs, campaigners say.
Ryan Tedder: Classic songs are strangling new music
New bands don’t have a chance because everyone is streaming Queen and ABBA, says the OneRepublic star.
Antony Gormley art unveiled outside Wells Cathedral
The human figure made from cast iron is installed in front of Wells Cathedral in Somerset.
Frankie and the Heartstrings heartbroken over drummer’s death
Frankie and the Heartstrings drummer Dave Harper, who was in his 40s, died in hospital on Wednesday.
