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- You Can See Everything documentary stuns with huge box office debut
on October 19, 2026 at 10:37 amIt shows fraudster Elizabeth Holmes invite a sceptical film into her home before she's sent to prison.
- Dame Judi Dench joins Archers Birmingham campaign
on October 19, 2026 at 9:59 amThe cast have described plans to leave Birmingham as similar "to Corrie leaving the north-west."
- 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.
- BBC pauses civil service secondment scheme
on October 18, 2026 at 2:25 pmThe BBC said all journalism and editorial decisions are made by BBC journalists and editors.
- Making murder fun: How the Traitors' soundtrack sets the tone
on October 18, 2026 at 12:29 amIt's not just treachery and villainy - the soundtrack for Traitors helps set the show's campy tone.
- Comedian Paul Whitehouse mugged at London cash machine
on October 18, 2026 at 12:06 amHis wife wrote on Instagram that the actor had been "mugged at a cash machine behind a Sainsbury's in Islington".
- 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.
- Off Campus star collaboration 'gave me chills', says Babydoll singer
on October 17, 2026 at 5:40 pmJamie Miller hopes he's "doing Wales proud" as his viral hit narrowly misses out on UK number one.
- Actress Selma Blair says she 'did not intend to harm anyone' in plane altercation
on October 17, 2026 at 1:55 amA publicist for the actress said the incident stemmed from a "medical emergency" and said she has a neurological disorder that can cause out-of-control responses.
- 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.
- 'Well-known' man asks court to stop publication of sexual offence allegation
on October 16, 2026 at 6:46 pmThe unnamed individual asks London's High Court to prevent the publication of "serious allegations".
- Sean 'Diddy' Combs moved to low-security facility in Pennsylvania
on October 16, 2026 at 5:36 pmThe decision to move the rap mogul while he is serving out his 50-month sentence was made with 'safety and security in mind'.
- Woman says she was left 'bewildered and confused' by alleged Russell Brand assault
on October 16, 2026 at 2:06 pmThe 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three of sexual assault and one of indecent assault, all of which he denies.
- 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.
- London housing project wins top architecture award
on October 15, 2026 at 8:36 pmLion Green Road in Coulsdon was recognised for the way it responds to its surroundings.
- 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.
- Screams, haunting scenes and deadly hide-and-seek, as Celebrity Traitors heats up
on October 10, 2026 at 11:46 amEpisode four saw two more contestants depart, a ghoulish mission near a graveyard and a spooky twist.
- 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.
- Olivia Colman on viral Wicker memes: 'This has never happened to me before'
on October 8, 2026 at 11:08 pmSteamy jokes have flooded social media ahead of the release of the actress's latest film.