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Light show marks National Gallery's 200th year

Sun, 12 May 2024 07:05:54 GMT

As part of its bicentenary, the central London gallery has been showcasing some of its history.

'My parents had a car for their dog,' says podcaster

Tue, 14 May 2024 13:40:44 GMT

As Help I Sexted My Boss hits cinemas, William Hanson and Jordan North reflect on their unlikely friendship.

Elton John: 'I collect photos but hate ones of myself'

Wed, 15 May 2024 11:37:00 GMT

The singer was speaking exclusively to BBC News ahead of the launch of a new V&A exhibition.

MP writing to Netflix over Baby Reindeer evidence

Thu, 16 May 2024 18:21:24 GMT

John Nicolson wants Netflix to substantiate what it told a committee about Baby Reindeer portrayal.

Witherspoon 'so excited' for Legally Blonde prequel

Wed, 15 May 2024 10:08:36 GMT

A new prequel TV series, titled Elle, is currently in development at Amazon Prime Video.

'It just shattered' - Nemo explains broken Eurovision trophy

Mon, 13 May 2024 12:52:06 GMT

Returning from the contest, Swiss singer Nemo was greeted by hundreds of fans at Zurich Airport.

Sony Music slams tech giants for unauthorised use of stars' songs

Thu, 16 May 2024 15:00:54 GMT

Sony Music suspects Google, Microsoft and OpenAI have used music from the likes of Adele and Beyonce.

Inside the Co-op Live arena - was it worth the wait?

Wed, 15 May 2024 03:28:57 GMT

The venue finally opens, with a gig by Elbow, after a series of embarrassing delays and problems.

Manilow to play Co-op Live and not 'back-up' arena

Thu, 16 May 2024 11:21:33 GMT

The star had reserved Manchester's other arena in case the new venue wasn't ready for Sunday's show.

Beach Boys: Band hope Brian Wilson can still make music with them

Tue, 14 May 2024 18:03:48 GMT

Mike Love hopes he can still collaborate with Wilson who has been placed under a conservatorship.

Watch: Joe Lycett dressed as Queen Elizabeth I

Sun, 12 May 2024 22:15:11 GMT

Other celebrities wore loose fitting outfits, as they tried to keep cool with the sun beating down.

'That is quite red indeed’ - reaction to King's new portrait

Wed, 15 May 2024 04:01:56 GMT

The BBC asked members of the public what they thought of the newly unveiled official portrait.

Watch on iPlayer: Co-op Live - Concerts & Chaos

Tue, 14 May 2024 23:01:00 GMT

The UK's largest indoor arena, plagued with postponements and problems, finally opens.

David Copperfield accused of sexual misconduct

Wed, 15 May 2024 17:11:25 GMT

Lawyers for the illusionist say the allegations are "false and scurrilous".

Who won the Kendrick Lamar v Drake beef?

Wed, 15 May 2024 01:42:55 GMT

Fans have been captivated by a mind-boggling, escalating song-based conflict between two modern rap titans.

Best of Baftas 2024 TV Awards... in 86 seconds

Sun, 12 May 2024 22:02:42 GMT

Our recap of this year's 2024 Bafta TV Awards.

Barnett 'thrilled' as she joins Radio 4's Today

Wed, 15 May 2024 10:57:32 GMT

The broadcaster replaces Martha Kearney, who announced in February she was standing down from the show.

In pictures: Stars hit the red carpet in Cannes

Wed, 15 May 2024 09:48:05 GMT

Meryl Streep and Jane Fonda were among the stars walking the red carpet as the film festival began.

Stars back Kevin Spacey acting return

Thu, 16 May 2024 11:02:28 GMT

The Oscar winner has not appeared in film or on stage since 2017 after sexual assault claims.

Reality TV stars charged over investment plugs

Thu, 16 May 2024 16:19:51 GMT

Lauren Goodger, from The Only Way is Essex, is among those accused of promoting the unauthorised scheme on Instagram.

Israel's Eurovision team accuse rivals of 'hatred'

Thu, 16 May 2024 17:21:16 GMT

Its national broadcaster says it faced hostility simply because "we are Israelis and we were there".

'Glow up' for Bridgerton stars as new season starts

Thu, 16 May 2024 00:28:47 GMT

Colin and Penelope's relationship is at the centre of the third season of Netflix's period drama.