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Is BTS losing its K-pop identity as it aims for a bigger world stage?

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:28:15 GMT

BTS turned millions on to K-pop. But now it’s caught between Korea and the world.

Rachel Zegler's heroes, Brian Cranston's nap schedule and more moments from the Olivier Awards

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:13:28 GMT

The 50th Oliviers at the Royal Albert Hall provided some memorable conversations away from the ceremony.

Your guide to the UK's music festival season for summer 2026

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:14:12 GMT

Glastonbury is having a fallow year but there are huge line-ups at many other festivals this year - and something different if you fancy that too.

Justin Bieber headlines Coachella with nostalgia-fuelled set

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:00:09 GMT

The star spent much of the gig singing along to YouTube videos of early hits like Baby and Never say Never.

Eamonn Holmes thanks well-wishers after suffering stroke

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:48:43 GMT

"We're taking it one step at a time," Declan Holmes also said, as his 66-year-old father recovers in hospital.

How the moon and music have collided in space

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:44:57 GMT

Astronauts in space have been jamming to Chappell Roan's Pink Pony Club, but how does it all happen?

Dan Walker to appear at tribunal as ex co-host brings bullying claim

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:38:05 GMT

ITN, which is also named as a respondent to Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije' case, said it is "denied in full".

US judge dismisses $10bn Trump defamation suit against Wall Street Journal

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:30:27 GMT

Trump sued the newspaper and its owners, including Rupert Murdoch, in a Florida federal court over a birthday book for Jeffrey Epstein.

Paddington musical dominates Olivier Awards

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:07:35 GMT

The beloved bear's stage show won seven prizes including best new musical and three acting prizes.

Balamory is back - Miss Hoolie and PC Plum lift the lid on what to expect

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:15:54 GMT

The cast of the rebooted children's TV hit tell us the new series is a 'love letter to the original'.

Everything you need to know about BTS's comeback tour

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:01:13 GMT

The megastars kick off their grandest tour, the largest in K-pop history, in Seoul on Thursday after a nearly four-year hiatus.

India refuses to criminalise marital rape. This new series shines a light on it

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:16:41 GMT

Chiraiya, which has drawn an audience of millions, has prompted conversations on social media around consent and misogyny.

Bafta fell short in duty of care when racial slur was shouted, review finds

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:19:39 GMT

A Tourette's campaigner involuntarily shouted a racial slur while two black actors were on stage.

'You are my god', Japan's PM tells British rock band Deep Purple

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:12:36 GMT

Hard rock enthusiast Sanae Takaichi beamed as she met the rockers in her Tokyo office.

Simon Cowell surprises school choir in pretend statue unveiling

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:57:28 GMT

A choir at Glantaf school is speechless after Simon Cowell emerges from under a sheet draped over a pretend statue.

Euphoria is back with more shock and scandal, but mixed reviews

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:03:12 GMT

Many critics say the third season of the hit HBO drama doesn't live up to its previous heights.

Girl group Flo on entering into their 'bombastic, confident, strong' era

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:36:12 GMT

The R&B trio having been making waves this year with their latest hit, Leak It.

Coachella kicks off with Sabrina Carpenter and surprise guests

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:45:05 GMT

The festival in California was also forced to cancel a set by DJ Anyma on Friday because of strong winds.

Mourners sing Asha Bhosle hit as iconic Indian singer cremated

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:02:45 GMT

The singer, who died at the age of 92, will be cremated with full state honours on Monday.

Rapper Offset hits Coachella stage days after being shot

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:09:37 GMT

After his performance, the former Migos rapper was described by his mum as a "miracle walking".

Britney Spears goes into rehab after driving under the influence arrest

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:14:14 GMT

The singer voluntarily checks herself into a treatment facility, three weeks before her court date.

Euphoria stars hit red carpet at premiere of third - and possibly final - season

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:24:47 GMT

Sydney Sweeney, Zendaya and Jacob Elordi reunite and are joined by some new cast members at the launch.

Massive Attack frontman arrested at Palestine protest

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:03:39 GMT

Robert Del Naja is arrested on suspicion of showing support for a proscribed organisation.

Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett and Paddington walk Oliviers red carpet

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:10:51 GMT

Stage stars posed for pictures ahead of a night of celebration for UK theatre at the Royal Albert Hall.

An inappropriate joke nearly ended his career. Now he's back with more humour

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:45:41 GMT

A misfired joke nearly derailed Samay Raina’s comedy career. Now he’s back, reclaiming his voice.