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Former EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison reveals she had womb cancer

Fergison, who played Heather Trott in the soap, revealed she had a hysterectomy due to her diagnosis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ckAsm81 via IFTTT

Shardlake series author CJ Sansom dies age 71

The Scottish author was working on an eighth Shardlake novel when he died, his editor says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W6xOGMJ via IFTTT

Young people no longer have hope, says Hanif Kureshi

The award-winning novelist's book, The Buddha of Suburbia, has been adapted for the stage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YtNuzBZ via IFTTT

Ellen DeGeneres: I got kicked out of showbusiness

DeGeneres returns to the spotlight with a new stand-up show - two years after her talk show ended. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X09vwTU via IFTTT

Watch: 'I'm an Aussie girl...standing here in Hollywood'

Nicole Kidman becomes the first Australian actress to win the AFI Life Achievement Award. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XkISPKx via IFTTT

Pet Shop Boys: 'We should call our next tour Farewell'

The pop group look back on 40 years of chart success, and discuss their 15th album, Nonetheless. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FwPj3BE via IFTTT

Pet Shop Boys: 'We should call our next tour Farewell'

The pop group look back on 40 years of chart success, and discuss their 15th album, Nonetheless. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FwPj3BE via IFTTT

MeToo founder defiant after Weinstein wins rape appeal

Tarana Burke says the overturning of Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction in New York is not a blow to MeToo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hZfErmd via IFTTT

ITV host receiving care after becoming unwell live on air

Rageh Omaar, 56, was hosting the News at Ten when he appeared to struggle to read the bulletins. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QyjtAzE via IFTTT

Home and Away star arrested after Australian manhunt

The actor was taken into custody on Thursday after failing to front court on assault charges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2O8IeBW via IFTTT

'Seagull Boy' teaches Olly Alexander how to do impression

Nine-year-old Cooper went viral after winning a European championship with his uncanny impression of a seagull. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Udk647T via IFTTT

'England's my home, even if I've felt unwelcome'

Rachel Chinouriri says she wants to reclaim the England flag, which features on her album artwork. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EwLOMAg via IFTTT

The Italian film which beat Barbie at the box office

Director Paola Cortellesi on the cry for change in Italy's chart-topping There's Still Tomorrow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mi5TRjW via IFTTT

PEN America awards called off after Gaza boycott

The prominent literary and free expression group cancelled its awards after a backlash from nominees. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7vxCdj1 via IFTTT

Music stars honoured at first 'Brit Awards of the North'

Louis Tomlinson is among the winners at a new ceremony celebrating music from the north of England. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mi4tmsl via IFTTT

Aboriginal spears repatriated after 250 years

The four spears were taken by Captain Cook's crew during their first contact with Australia in 1770. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TxBd2to via IFTTT

Olly Alexander to bring Eurovision magic to EastEnders

This year's UK Eurovision entrant will make a surprise visit to Walford next month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tjofPZK via IFTTT

Play tells real-life story of one-punch killing

Killer Jacob Dunne hopes Punch will be a legacy to his victim, James Hodgkinson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jGFdqUx via IFTTT

Can you hear the hyenas and wild pigs in new David Bowie hit?

The late musician's song is part of a project giving financial credit to nature. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZlAhHV5 via IFTTT

Could House of the Dragon star change the face of gaming?

Abubakar Salim set up his own studio to tell a personal tale of grief inspired by his Kenyan heritage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q5eCDVi via IFTTT

PEN America awards called off after Gaza boycott

The prominent literary and free expression group cancelled its awards after a backlash from nominees. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7vxCdj1 via IFTTT

Ozzy determined to visit Black Sabbath bench

Ozzy Osbourne says he will get to the Birmingham bench in person, even "if I have to crawl there". from BBC News https://ift.tt/lnXwhkb via IFTTT

Gogglebox star died after fall through skylight

A coroner is told George Gilbey died from traumatic injuries after the incident while working on a roof. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0S4KeQY via IFTTT

Kanye wades into Drake and Kendrick Lamar's feud

The long, tedious saga enters its millionth week, as Kanye offers his two cents in a new diss track. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NwyDc0F via IFTTT

Tram crash at Universal Studios Hollywood injures 15

The incident happened shortly after 9pm local time on Saturday night, authorities said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iSv8TtI via IFTTT

Glow Up's judging duo on how they made it in make-up

Glow Up’s judges talk about working with Kate Moss, the shocking 80s Australian club scene and making it in the make-up industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/euTHqCh via IFTTT

Apology as largest UK arena axes test gig tickets

Bosses say they had to cancel some tickets for the Rick Astley gig to test the venue "effectively". from BBC News https://ift.tt/V2DxiyB via IFTTT

Brixton Academy reopens for first time since crush

Two people were killed and a woman remains in hospital following the incident in December 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yCP9ZdW via IFTTT

Baby Reindeer star on 'role of a lifetime' in disturbing stalker drama

Actress Jessica Gunning plays an obsessive and delusional stalker in Netflix's word-of-mouth hit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mo3QV9m via IFTTT

Taylor Swift is vulnerable but vicious on new album

The star's 11th album is much more than a break-up record, and may even mark the end of an era. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wNbMUCB via IFTTT

BBC editor tried to uncover whistleblower - tribunal

Ian Stringer says that his protected disclosure led to retribution, which cost him his job. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xYTeNEv via IFTTT

Kate Garraway gets council response over 'unsettling post'

She said the issue of "bills, demands, threatens of bailiffs" had been going on for years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/31WCrcV via IFTTT

Libraries made me who I am - Caitlin Moran

The author, from Wolverhampton, calls on Birmingham City Council to protect community libraries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Cu274S via IFTTT

The man who flew over LA using balloons and a garden chair

Larry Walters' flight, using a garden chair and helium balloons, is celebrated in a stage musical. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w9Qvqk2 via IFTTT

Sarah Snook's chicken and nine other Olivier moments

From Nicole Scherzinger's Sunday roast love to David Tennant's jacket causing a stir, these are the ten highlights. from BBC News https://ift.tt/42Tordg via IFTTT

Hannah Waddingham calls out demanding paparazzi

The Olivier Awards host reacted after a snapper apparently asked her to "show your leg". from BBC News https://ift.tt/OQfWd0p via IFTTT

7 things we spotted in the trailer for Joker 2

Seven things we spotted in first trailer for the film sequel starring Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oyu7EFW via IFTTT

Sunset Boulevard equals Olivier Awards record

The musical won seven prizes including best revival and best actress for Nicole Scherzinger from BBC News https://ift.tt/ctnoLZK via IFTTT

Sir Ian McKellen on taking role he always said no to

The actor on taking on the role of Falstaff, the "ultimate gangster", in his latest West End play. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NBYRjxG via IFTTT

Stars hit the red carpet ahead of Olivier Awards

Sophie Okonedo, David Tennant, Sarah Snook and Nicole Scherzinger were among those posing for pictures. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PikHAg2 via IFTTT

Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont to divorce

The couple, who are splitting after nine years, have starred in Meet The Richardsons since 2020. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v7Voyjr via IFTTT

British theatre gears up for big night at Oliviers

Sunset Boulevard, Stranger Things and Dear England are among the Olivier Award-nominated productions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BkA3qS9 via IFTTT

Closing the generation gap with dance

Sadler’s Wells Company of Elders teams with the ground-breaking storytellers of ZooNation Youth Company. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DGhAHYj via IFTTT

BBC Russian journalist branded 'foreign agent'

A leading science journalist - Asya Kazantseva - also gets the label used to silence Kremlin critics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X1AGNF8 via IFTTT

Taylor Swift's music returns to TikTok

The artist's songs were removed from the platform in January after a dispute over licensing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yhGMKc8 via IFTTT

Margot Robbie's company to produce Monopoly film

A Monopoly movie has been in development for over a decade - but the Barbie star will now help produce it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1oVRcOr via IFTTT

Police to relook at Caroline Flack charge decision

The Metropolitan Police says it will make further inquiries because "new witness evidence may be available". from BBC News https://ift.tt/otbkx15 via IFTTT

All you need to know for tonight's Bafta Games Awards

Zelda, Baldur's Gate 3 and Spider-Man 2 are among the frontrunners at this year's ceremony. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4UZkfsa via IFTTT

Support for Romeo & Juliet actress abused online

Francesca Amewudah-Rivers has been trolled online with "racist and misogynistic abuse" after casting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a6lpILH via IFTTT

BBC splits news operation in India

The move comes a year after BBC India's offices in Delhi and Mumbai were searched by tax authorities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PZtk5Tr via IFTTT

Dubstep star pulls out of Coachella over visa 'snag'

DJ Benga, from Croydon in south London, says he is "gutted" to be missing the music festival. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K3YXiZE via IFTTT

Chappell Roan is the freaky, fun pop star you need to know

On tour with Olivia Rodrigo, the singer is poised for a break-out moment with her risqué pop anthems. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rhH8PmT via IFTTT

Baldwin had 'no control' of emotions - prosecutor

In 2021, Halyna Hutchins was accidentally shot on a film set by a gun that Mr Baldwin was holding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DowEmpT via IFTTT

Glastonbury resale tickets will be 'very limited'

The number of people to pay for their tickets in full, mean there are fewer available for resale. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0RVe9fj via IFTTT

'Why I rewrote Huckleberry Finn to give slave Jim a voice'

The author's new novel, James, is a re-imagining of Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sMmWO7k via IFTTT

'There's no Gavin and Stacey without Fat Friends'

Ruth Jones and James Corden met on the show that began in 2000 and has now taken Netflix by storm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tC6qeNu via IFTTT

Largest collection of Banksy artworks has new home

The Art of Banksy exhibition, featuring more than 150 pieces, will open at London's Soho on 11 April. from BBC News https://ift.tt/71H0egX via IFTTT

Amy Winehouse film: Paparazzi are the 'villains'

The director and star of a new biopic discuss filming the singer's career and turbulent life. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I9DkJpA via IFTTT

Closing the generation gap with dance

Sadler’s Wells Company of Elders teams with the ground-breaking storytellers of ZooNation Youth Company. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hy4dgmG via IFTTT

Closing the generation gap with dance

Sadler’s Wells Company of Elders teams with the ground-breaking storytellers of ZooNation Youth Company. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hy4dgmG via IFTTT

Kacey Musgraves: 'The tortured musician cliché is a farce'

The country star ditches drugs and toxic friends for a life of simple contentment on her new album. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OMQEIyt via IFTTT

Diddy's son accused of sex assault in lawsuit

Christian "King" Combs is accused of attacking a woman on a yacht during a 2022 family vacation in St Martin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YqUk28b via IFTTT

Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher file for divorce

The couple, who wed in 2010, announced on social media that they filed to end their marriage last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1DagSxK via IFTTT

Dundee through the lens of a 20,000 photo collage

The Dundee Diorama is made of thousands of shots taken by Japanese photographer Sohei Nishino. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1WSFhOt via IFTTT

Rock band Kiss sells brand and songs for $300m

The band's distinctive look and entire back catalogue is sold to a Swedish music investor for around $300m. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IkeqAjP via IFTTT

Artists remove work over axed Palestinian event

The row came after a venue in Manchester was criticised for some of the exhibition's content. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Zn08WP via IFTTT

I'll be back on air soon, says stabbed TV host

A friend of Pouria Zeraati tells the BBC the journalist appeared to have been targeted for attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pc6iQL7 via IFTTT

Disney defeats critics after bruising battle

The investor boardroom battle raises difficult questions about whether the Hollywood giant lost its way. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0x6alhF via IFTTT

Drill rapper given court date in drugs case

The 23-year-old west London artist was in the middle of an Instagram Live show when he was arrested. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hlijy7Y via IFTTT

Lizzo not quitting music, just 'negative energy'

The Grammy winner says: "When I say I quit, I mean I quit giving any negative energy attention." from BBC News https://ift.tt/0VNTyUM via IFTTT

Actor and comedian Joe Flaherty dead at 82

His career spanned nearly five decades and included notable roles in Freaks and Geeks and on SCTV. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MJ2IqVH via IFTTT

Billie Eilish and Nicki Minaj want stop to 'predatory' AI

In an open letter, also signed by Katy Perry, the artists said AI was being used to steal their voices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dLoI94C via IFTTT

Afrobeats star Davido to sue over April Fool’s joke

The superstar said a prank story that he had been arrested in Kenya was "extremely irresponsible". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ohq3EzU via IFTTT

Ed Gamble in the hot dog house over tour poster

Comedian Ed Gamble swapped a hot dog for a cucumber in his posters on the London Underground. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4RmyUjl via IFTTT

Lulu: I don't speak before 12 noon. I'm not lying

Ahead of her farewell tour the Shout singer talks Bond, Bowie and Boom Bang-a-Bang. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LPeyDgC via IFTTT

Israeli government says it will ban Al Jazeera

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would "act immediately" to close the Qatari network's local office. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CNet8r0 via IFTTT

X Factor star says Cowell will walk her down aisle

Lucy Spraggan popped the question to girlfriend Emilia Smith while on a flight to stay with Cowell. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ly2U3b1 via IFTTT