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Pontypridd, Birkenhead and Isle of Bute among shortlist for first UK Town of Culture

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:00:17 GMT

Basildon, Grimsby and Rotherham also make the 15-strong shortlist as well as Strabane.

Disney's 'dismal' live-action Moana panned by critics

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:24:36 GMT

Dwayne Johnson reprises his role as demigod Maui, a decade after the original hit animation.

'A real pinch-me moment': Tom Holland on his role in The Odyssey

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:38 GMT

The Spider-Man star and other cast members talk about the hotly anticipated Christopher Nolan movie.

Bayeux Tapestry arrives in UK for first time in 900 years under police guard

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:04 GMT

The famous artefact depicting events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England will go on display in September.

BBC radio DJ Paul Gambaccini diagnosed with Alzheimer's

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:39:35 GMT

In a statement, the presenter said he would continue to present his programmes on BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio.

Sir Anthony Hopkins to release debut album inspired by his childhood

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:18:26 GMT

The album is a collection of pieces the Oscar-winning actor has worked on for more than 60 years.

Pitbull fans set world record as 22,000 wear bald caps

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:01:39 GMT

Mr Worldwide's fans have set the Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people wearing bald caps.

STV broadcasts final news programme from Aberdeen

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:39:37 GMT

The move, which was opposed by unions and politicians, brings to an end 65 years of commercial broadcasting in the city.

Twenty years of Chasing Cars: 'It's the song that took us to the whole world'

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:12:58 GMT

The band look back on their biggest hit, and explain why their new single with Kylie isn't a duet.

Longest-serving Archers star Patricia Greene dies aged 95

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:29:41 GMT

She was best known for playing Jill Archer in the BBC Radio 4 soap for nearly 70 years.

Bonnie Tyler, the gravel-voiced star who sang her way into music history

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:08:16 GMT

The Welsh star known for songs including Total Eclipse of the Heart has died aged 75.

All the best looks from Paris Haute Couture Week 2026

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:07:47 GMT

Scorching temperatures in the French capital accompanied the hottest week in haute couture.

Five key scenes from the Bayeux Tapestry, and the story they tell

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:03:50 GMT

It depicts a medieval game of thrones as William the Conquerer did battle with King Harold to rule England.

Sam Fender and Olivia Dean make UK chart history with Rein Me In

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:07:43 GMT

They break the record for the longest-running number one single of all time by a British act.

Motherhood not all warm and fuzzy: Bollywood actor's play spotlights messier side

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:41:08 GMT

As a society, we take mothers for granted and raising children is a thankless job, says actor Kalki Koechlin.

Tolkien fan letters sell at auction for £103k

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:52:35 GMT

The letters, books and notes document the friendship between the writer and a profoundly deaf fan.

Wolf Alice cover Nirvana at emotional homecoming show

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:34:50 GMT

The band break out their own version of Smells Like Teen Spirit at their biggest-ever headline show.

BTS take credit for England football win in first UK show since 2019

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:33:28 GMT

The pop group claim they're a good luck charm for the England team, as they return to London.

Top Boy actor Micheal Ward found not guilty of rape

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:52:59 GMT

Micheal Ward told the jury the encounter with his accuser was "wholly consensual".

'Heartbroken' Catherine Zeta-Jones leads tributes to singer Bonnie Tyler

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:20:54 GMT

The Welsh singer was known for hits including Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding on for a Hero.

Multiple cakes and stolen keepsakes: Greg James spills the tea on Taylor Swift's wedding

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:48:06 GMT

The DJ shared details on his Wednesday morning show after flying to New York City for the wedding.

The Hay Wain arrives in Suffolk for first time in history

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:53:50 GMT

Despite depicting a Suffolk scene, the famous painting has never been in the county until now.

Melanie C says Spice Girls' 30th anniversary was 'emotional'

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 02:08:37 GMT

The pop star reflected on the band's legacy as she picked up a global impact award in London.