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Whitesnake guitarist John Sykes dies at 65

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:40:41 GMT

A statement said Sykes, who co-wrote some of the rock band's chart hits, had been ill with cancer.

US national anthem sung at inaugurations over the years

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 15:18:27 GMT

From a Mormon choir to Beyoncé, watch and listen to The Star-Spangled Banner performed since 1961.

Carrie Underwood goes a cappella at Trump's inauguration

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:29:18 GMT

The weird, surprising and fascinating moments from Donald Trump's second inauguration.

Severance: Back to the sci-fi workplace where you literally sell your soul

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 01:08:28 GMT

Apple TV's hit dystopian workplace thriller finally returns after a three-year cliffhanger.

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.

How to watch the Bafta-nominated films

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 12:21:28 GMT

As the Oscars race starts to take shape, here's the ABC (Anora, The Brutalist, Conclave) of films to watch.

Teddy Swims: 'Every day I try to cry a little bit'

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:07:09 GMT

The Lose Control singer talks about masculine role models, becoming a father, and facing prejudice.

Author Cottrell-Boyce holds summit to warn about children's happiness

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 01:59:47 GMT

The children's laureate says a "recession in children's happiness" is caused by a decline in reading.

The Wiggles' Tree of Wisdom dances BBC off air

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 06:20:57 GMT

The beloved children’s TV character busted out his viral dance moves to close BBC Newsday.

Fans rush for hotly anticipated fantasy book sequel

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 15:15:20 GMT

Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros is billed as one of the biggest publishing releases since Harry Potter.

Chris Brown sues Warner Bros over documentary's sex assault claims

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 12:34:47 GMT

The singer is seeking $500m (£405m) over a film which he says has false allegations about him.

Kindness voted by children as 2024 word of the year

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:16:20 GMT

"Artificial intelligence" and "conflict" were also among the most common suggestions

India court orders seizure of 'offensive' MF Husain paintings

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:08:47 GMT

A complaint claimed that paintings of two Hindu deities at an art gallery "hurt religious sentiments".

Black Sabbath and Zephaniah considered for city honours

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:58:46 GMT

The heavy metal band and late poet are seen as core parts of Birmingham's cultural heritage.

Keeping Mac Miller's voice alive on 'raw and unpolished' posthumous album

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 10:00:50 GMT

The rapper's second album following his death has been welcomed by fans, with producers saying it remains authentic.

Secrets of The Traitors: From blindfolded car journeys to sleeping locations

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:44:24 GMT

Harry Clark is among the former contestants who reveals some of the show's secrets to the BBC.

Singer Ethel Cain defends #KillMoreCEOs post

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:06:17 GMT

The US singer responds to criticism of comments in the wake of the murder of a health insurance boss.

A new Traitors series and Jade opens up about Harry Styles date: This week's big releases

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 21:11:07 GMT

We've rounded up all the key culture releases for the week ahead, from film to music.

Netflix to raise prices as new subscribers soar

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:21:45 GMT

Squid Game 2 and live sports, including the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight, fuelled new memberships.

Alan Cumming's 'bold' plans after taking over Scottish theatre

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:12:19 GMT

The US Traitors host and Hollywood star took over at Pitlochry Festival Theatre last year.

How Jamie Foxx got Cameron Diaz back in the spotlight

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 13:03:20 GMT

Actress Cameron Diaz says the decade she spent in retirement was "the best 10 years" of her life.

Chappell Roan: 'I'd be more successful if I wore a muzzle'

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:37:03 GMT

The star talks about the impact of fame and the pressure to conform in an exclusive BBC interview.

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.

Actress Pauline Quirke reveals dementia diagnosis

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:31:40 GMT

The Birds of a Feather star retires from acting and reveals she was diagnosed with dementia in 2021.

Acting or harassment? Stars at odds over out-takes

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:33:34 GMT

Justin Baldoni says footage shows he didn't sexually harass Blake Lively, but she says the opposite.