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‘No plan, no budget, no promotion’: how a genre-mashing masterpiece by a forgotten New York beatnik blew gen Z away

How did an album that began life in 1984 – fusing disco, folk, synth-pop and Chinese opera – end up as ‘one of 2026’s most thrilling releases’? And why does its creator call himself Nirosta Steel?‘It’...

Pop star Madison Beer and NFL player Justin Herbert announce engagement

The couple made the announcement on social media on Tuesday, including photos of the proposal.

Amy Dowden credits Strictly partner for convincing her not to quit dancing

Amy Dowden and Carlos Gu are set to star in the latest series of Celebrity Hunted.

Cynthia Erivo and Damson Idris among stars in Children of Blood and Bone trailer

Author Tomi Adeyemi has distanced herself from the blockbuster film based on her novel of the same name.

Laughter and tears at Dame Penelope Keith's funeral

Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth says the service at Guildford Cathedral was "deeply moving".

Odyssey translator writes scathing review of Nolan film adaptation

The film has won rave reviews from film critics but a translator of Homer's work was less than impressed.

‘He liked to get people’s blood boiling’: metal masters Mastodon on the loss of bandmate Brent Hinds – and his shocking words before his death

The Grammy-winning band had an acrimonious rift with Hinds – then he died in a motorbike crash. They explain how they’re paying tribute on their new album, and why their love for each other never ende...

Horror maestro Mike Flanagan joins Henry Cavill on Warhammer adaptations

The director is due to work on scripts based on the popular tabletop hobby, Games Workshop says.

Giant pink mammoth and Ceefax - Joe Lycett unveils first major solo art exhibition

The TV comedian's first major solo exhibition starts on Wednesday in Birmingham.

Booker Prize longlist: See the 13 'dynamite' novels up for this year's prestigious award

Elizabeth Strout, Douglas Stuart and Marlon James are among the 13 authors recognised this year.

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Previous winners Douglas Stuart and Marlon James lead Booker prize longlist

Chair of judges Mary Beard said each of the 13 books in contention for the £50,000 award ‘takes the reader to new places’Comment: This Booker longlist may have two previous winners, but it’s keen to e...

Richard Hammond fined £999 for speeding offences

The TV host is caught speeding twice in Herefordshire in the space of three weeks, magistrates hear.

US singer D4vd to go on trial for murder in death of 14-year-old

The star is accused of killing Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose remains were found in a Tesla registered to his address.

Naga Munchetty to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years

The BBC One show's co-host will swap the TV sofa for the presenter's chair on Radio 5 Live Breakfast.

Love Island UK crowns winners of twist-filled series

For the first time in the history of the UK series, only three couples were in the final after several twists.

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Naga Munchetty to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years for Radio 5 Live

Move comes after the presenter has faced allegations of bullying, but there is no suggestion it is relatedNaga Munchetty is to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years on the television show to become co-pr...

Ariana Grande sues hackers who allegedly sold unreleased music and photos online

Pop star aims to use legal process to name ‘wrongdoers who hide in the shadows and wreak technological havoc with impunity’Ariana Grande has filed a lawsuit against hackers who she alleges have stolen...

Ariana Grande sues hackers who leaked music and videos

The pop star is suing to discover the identity of hackers who obtained unreleased photos and songs.

Judge rules singer D4vd must stand trial in killing of 14-year-old girl

Prosecutors claim singer killed Celeste Rivas Hernandez after she threatened to expose relationship and ruin his music careerA Los Angeles judge ruled on Monday that singer D4vd must stand trial over...