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Richard Lloyd, founding member and guitarist of punk band Television, dies aged 75

Known for sophisticated musical style in band that played significant role in emerging 1970s punk rock movementRichard Lloyd, known for his sophisticated musical style as a founding member and guitari...

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Knicks defend Taylor Swift after players name her 'fakest celebrity fan'

The pop superstar's appearances at NBA games were deemed "a little performative" by New York Knicks point guards Tyler Kolek and Miles McBride.

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Amy Winehouse inspired me to quit a soul-crushing job

I was driving to work feeling miserable when Rehab came on – and I realised there’s more to life than a steady wage in a job you despiseAt 6am on a bleak October morning in 2006, I was driving down th...

Relief, tears and sadness: Married at First Sight UK cast react to show being axed

The show was cancelled after a BBC Panorama investigation heard allegations from three former cast members.

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Monty Don bids 'final goodbye' to Gardeners' World after two decades

The head gardener on the long-running BBC TV series signed off from Longmeadow garden on Friday.

Skepta: 'I'm what it looks like if you give an immigrant child a chance'

The grime artist, widely considered to be one of the UK's best, returns with his first album in seven years.

Gladiator II stuntman sues over injuries from on-set explosion

Edward Sarsfield says he suffered "excruciating" burns while filming a scene on a burning ship.

Eurovision is heading to Asia: here’s what to expect

The first foray into Asia for the song contest will see 11 countries vying for the trophy, but will it have the same feel as its European predecessor?The Eurovision song contest is being brought to As...

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Russell Brand suspected to have attacked at least 10 other women

Met police chief says ‘many more’ victims could come forward, as actor and comedian awaits sentencing Police are bracing themselves for more victims of Russell Brand to come forward, with at least 10...

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An Indian film that nobody would release is finally a hit - 18 awards later

Extraordinary scenes of audiences crying leaving theatres after watching the film have been shared on social media.

Macklemore says that nine US arenas turned down his Free Palestine tour

Rapper called out ‘intimidation and suppression’ in post, claiming major arenas refused to host him after he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s tourMacklemore says that nine leading US arenas have refused...

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Russell Brand rape conviction must be ‘wake-up call’, says culture secretary

Lisa Nandy calls for whistleblowers to be protected and highlights bravery of women who came forward in caseLisa Nandy, the culture secretary, has warned that Russell Brand’s conviction for rape and s...

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Brand's barrister refers himself to regulator after report he confronted journalist

Ian Winter allegedly confronted a reporter outside court who had investigated the comedian.

Met Police boss 'wouldn't be surprised' if more allegations made about Brand

Sir Mark Rowley tells the BBC that what he heard reported from Brand's trial came close to "victim blaming".

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RuPaul's Drag Race UK crowns winner as BBC axes the series

The UK spin off of the global hit show is being shelved after eight series on the BBC.

Clem Cattini obituary

Drummer who as a session musician made an unsung contribution to more than 40 No 1 singles The drummer Clem Cattini, who has died aged 89, had the distinction of playing on more than 40 No 1 singles....

Spice Girls: The Singles Collection review – stop fleecing your fans right now, thank you very much

(Virgin)The reunion that fans were hoping for turns out to be a cash-grab box set – though there is a worthwhile curio featuring Posh on lead vocalsIs there a more taunted fanbase than that of the Spi...

Post your questions for folk music legend Judy Collins

Ahead of her farewell UK concert next year, the 87-year-old singer-songwriter will join us to answer your questionsShe has lived an extraordinary life at the forefront of US folk music, but at the age...

Katherine Ryan says she feels 'grief and relief' after Russell Brand conviction

The comedian had previously spoken about an unnamed "predator" in the entertainment industry.