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- BBC closures make business sense, but far more savings are needed, says Katie Razzall
on October 20, 2026 at 3:14 pmThe BBC announced it will close its BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra broadcast channels.
- Woman describes alleged assault by Russell Brand as 'frenzied' and 'violent'
on October 20, 2026 at 1:46 pmThe entertainer denies three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.
- BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra broadcast channels to close
on October 20, 2026 at 1:10 pmThe closurse are announced as the corporation continues to try to save £500m over two years.
- Locals honoured in Notting Hill Frieze exhibition
on October 20, 2026 at 5:14 amLondon street artist Endless's new installation, Endless Frieze, includes buildings and street scenes.
- 'Alice Cooper is a character, like Jekyll and Hyde'
on October 20, 2026 at 5:09 amAlice Cooper reflects on faith, fame and addiction ahead of his Wolverhampton book tour appearance.
- Rantzen felt 'deprived of choice' over her own death
on October 20, 2026 at 5:01 amA note written by Dame Esther Rantzen is released by her family following a private funeral.
- CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour to leave network after 43 years
on October 19, 2026 at 4:48 pmThe network's chief international anchor has covered wars including Rwanda, Afghanistan, Ukraine and Iran.
- Jury in Katie Price ex's trial told to ignore egos
on October 19, 2026 at 4:39 pmKieran Hayler is charged with three counts of rape and one of sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl.
- Freud confirms Beatles' songs to star in musical
on October 19, 2026 at 3:17 pmThe Beatles agree for their songs to feature in a stage version of Yesterday, says the co-producer.
- Apu returns to The Simpsons with new voice after race row
on October 19, 2026 at 1:22 pmThe much-loved shopkeeper has been seen but not heard around Springfield for eight years, until now.
- Kylie Jenner's debut at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in $50m bra sparks mixed reaction
on October 19, 2026 at 1:16 pmThe reality star's surprise appearance on the runway in the diamond encrusted piece has sparked mixed reaction.
- You Can See Everything seen by many on huge box office debut
on October 19, 2026 at 10:37 amThe documentary sees convicted fraudster Elizabeth Holmes invite a sceptical film crew into her home.
- Selena Gomez says vaping has affected her voice
on October 19, 2026 at 8:57 amThe 34-year-old says vaping nicotine "a lot" permanently affected her singing and speaking voice.
- Cindy Crawford 'beyond heartbroken' after death of son Presley at 27
on October 18, 2026 at 7:53 pmPresley Gerber's death in September is being investigated as a suspected overdose.
- Manifest: From reality TV to Wembley Arena in one turbulent year
on October 17, 2026 at 11:07 pmTurkish girl group manifest on taking their music to a global audience, as they prepare for their first UK concert.
- Clayface star says uncomfortable prosthetics helped his performance
on October 17, 2026 at 2:12 pmTom Rhys Harries says he spent half his time on set with the make-up team.
- Miranda's tears, joy and dance moves steal show as deadly boredom sets in on The Celebrity Traitors
on October 17, 2026 at 1:34 amMiranda Hart became emotional and spoke about her health problems as more action unfolded on Friday.
- Not sure what to wear for Halloween? These outfits are set to be the most popular this year
on October 16, 2026 at 11:27 pmFreaky Nikki, Dolly Parton and whimsical costumes like gargoyles are popular among adults dressing up this year.
- Street Fighter movie is 'made by fans for fans' - but can it KO the critics?
on October 16, 2026 at 12:06 pmCast members Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji and Callina Liang discuss the latest video game adaptation.
- At the Brooklyn shop in 'surreal' row with Kelly Clarkson over mechanical bird
on October 14, 2026 at 10:19 pmArt of Play says its staff have been threatened after the singer complained online about how she was treated.
- How Breaking Bad's RJ Mitte changed the way we see cerebral palsy
on October 13, 2026 at 2:07 pmThe star, who has died at the age of 34, fought for better representation of disabilities on screen.
- Robert Pattinson on new film Primetime and how hunting predators became hit TV
on October 11, 2026 at 11:39 pmThe actor portrays the real-life host of American TV show, To Catch a Predator, in his latest film.
- Inside the room: What it was like to be with Blackpink's Lisa as race scandal erupted
on October 10, 2026 at 11:31 pmFilm-maker Sue Kim talks about having unprecedented access to K-Pop idol Lisa Manobal at her most candid.
- Ashe was too scared to cancel her wedding - the story became a hit song
on October 9, 2026 at 11:01 pmThe US singer-songwriter reveals the story behind her international smash hit, Stop The Wedding.