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Eavis found first Glastonbury 'nerve-wracking'

Sir Michael Eavis was slightly disappointed with the first-ever Glastonbury festival. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yQtY9xA via IFTTT

Tom Cruise watches Coldplay's dizzying Glastonbury set

They duetted with Michael J Fox, and serenaded Michael Eavis, in an all-out assault on the senses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S8DFVN3 via IFTTT

Camila Cabello 'surprised' by lack of female headliners

The 27-year-old stopped by for a performance at Glastonbury on the weekend of her new album release. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ugVleGE via IFTTT

Dua Lipa hits all the right notes at Glastonbury

The pop star delivered an ambitious and exhausting set as she headlined the Pyramid Stage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HdpUs3z via IFTTT

Ready for it? Taylor Swift dazzles Dublin with Eras Tour

At least 150,000 Swifties are descending on the Irish capital for three nights. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UBR89e1 via IFTTT

Final Fantasy and the changing face of one of gaming's biggest series

Director Naoki Yoshida says the new release is a significant moment for the Final Fantasy franchise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zXBEbJe via IFTTT

Sirieix joins BBC's presenter line-up for Olympics

The French TV star is best known as the maître d' on Channel 4 series First Dates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oJcdyPR via IFTTT

Indonesia’s hijab-wearing metalheads play Glastonbury

The band has been praised by international rock stars but their music has also struck some nerves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S46EDFB via IFTTT

The Bear star on making her directorial debut on the show

The cast tell the BBC why people love the show, the stress of filming and what to expect in season three. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x1XmH90 via IFTTT

Artwork now most valuable Harry Potter item ever sold

The illustration for the first book sold for $1.9m - more than three times the expected price. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QDkLgqK via IFTTT

How Sugababes paved the way for pop at Glastonbury

The band look back at their Glastonbury history - including the year they shut down the Avalon field. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cugc5NK via IFTTT

Adorable moment girl, five, declares on air she has a boyfriend

A little girl shares with a BBC reporter in front of her amused parents that she has her first boyfriend. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RFuYDEy via IFTTT

Superhero series tackling knife crime and sickle cell

Supacell is a Netflix sci-fi series about five black south Londoners who unexpectedly gain superpowers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gfQ48Ol via IFTTT

Brave, inspiring, crazy - the joy of managing Fela Kuti

Rikki Stein says that working with the Afrobeat legend was unpredictable but highly rewarding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZsAIh28 via IFTTT

New Attenborough portrait by Jonathan Yeo unveiled

The painting marks the veteran natural history broadcaster's 40 years of fellowship to the Royal Society. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mU06n3c via IFTTT

A posthumous album by Sophie is due in September

The self-titled album will be the last release by the avant-garde artist, who died after a fall in 2021. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AzWjR6F via IFTTT

Ayra Starr on her 'crazy' Glastonbury debut and meeting Rihanna

The Nigerian singer, who's bringing Afrobeats to Somerset, discusses famous fans and her new album. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ta7cRHN via IFTTT

Oscar winner Brody set for first London stage role

The star will play a man who spent 22 years on death row after being wrongly conficted of murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sZ9QgMR via IFTTT

World's biggest music labels sue over AI copyright

Sony, Universal and Warner claim AI software steals music to "spit out" similar work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d0igF4T via IFTTT

Pirates of the Caribbean star killed in shark attack

Tamayo Perry was surfing when the attack happened in Hawaii on Sunday afternoon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zeNYj8J via IFTTT

Tribute act back on 9 to 5 after Meta 'ban' ends

Tribute acts' social media profiles were deleted by Meta sparking a protest in London last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VWG4LlS via IFTTT

Stars take over Paris for sporty Vogue fashion show

Supermodels, singers and sports star took to the runway in Paris as Vogue turned a square into a runway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BZWEwKs via IFTTT

Trolls told me I was too fat to play Kate - Crown star

Meg Bellamy says she was trolled online while playing the future Princess of Wales in The Crown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hZ8GrHw via IFTTT

You've probably never heard of the biggest band at Glastonbury

They're the biggest-selling act in the world, and they're about to play the Pyramid Stage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V3lWt0z via IFTTT

Good Girl's Guide to Murder: Emma Myers on new BBC drama

Actor Emma Myers discusses the hype around the upcoming BBC series - and the power of BookTok. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lKV23yc via IFTTT

No tickets? No problem, say Taylor Swift fans outside arena

Some fans gathered outside Taylor Swift's sell-out concert at Wembley Stadium to hear the star perform. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lFfkAvx via IFTTT

Mosley's widow vows to continue husband's work

Dr Clare Bailey Mosley thanks fans of the TV doctor for their "wonderfully supportive messages". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ELbkcfC via IFTTT

Diane von Furstenberg on 'magic' wrap dress and fearlessness

The acclaimed fashion designer says it taught her a lesson - that fear was not an option. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PF0Kmxa via IFTTT

Sheryl Crow: 'Resurrecting Tupac with AI is hateful'

The singer on the threat of AI-generated music, and why she missed her chance to join Fleetwood Mac. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l7KtXUT via IFTTT

Dead Man Running: How a mysterious punk band frontman became an international fugitive

A new podcast uncovers the full strange and dark case of Kim Avis, including his early days as punk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j8YNWhT via IFTTT

From villains to lovers - Donald Sutherland played them all

The Canadian actor had a prolific screen career that included roles in Don't Look Now and The Hunger Games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G1PqQDn via IFTTT

Actor Donald Sutherland dies aged 88

The star of films including The Hunger Games and Animal House has died after a long illness. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ymSZD3l via IFTTT

McKellen to miss play's last London shows after stage fall

Sir Ian McKellen will not return to his starring West End role as he recovers from a fall off stage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vufV49C via IFTTT

Kendrick Lamar plays Drake diss five times at LA show

Lamar brought out a host of LA rap stars to join him on five consecutive renditions of Not Like Us. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6YhTUCr via IFTTT

Five ways Taylor Swift stole Welsh hearts

From speaking in Welsh to performing surprise songs, Taylor Swift fans had an evening to remember. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ldRHVUk via IFTTT

Justin Timberlake's lawyer to 'vigorously' defend star

The singer was arrested for running a stop sign and failing to stay on the right side of the road. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kWSpKCo via IFTTT

London cinema drops AI-written film after backlash

The Prince Charles Cinema drops the private screening due to "strong concerns" of its customers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5TXhOLe via IFTTT

Princess Zelda finally stars in her own game

The Nintendo heroine takes the starring role in one of its most popular series for the first time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mos5YpA via IFTTT

Taylor Swift greets fans in Welsh at Cardiff gig

Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour brings the house down in Cardiff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/93BHwiD via IFTTT

Naomi Campbell at the V&A: ‘A Pandora’s box’ of memories

The A-lister is the latest star to land a solo exhibition at London's V&A. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dsQWiPc via IFTTT

Will India's Booker Prize-winning author face jail for 14-year-old remark?

Authorities have approved prosecuting writer Arundhati Roy under India’s anti-terror laws. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AdqXn7s via IFTTT

Sir Ian McKellen falls off stage during performance

Sir Ian McKellen was in a fight scene when he lost his footing and fell off stage at Noël Coward theatre. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UMaq85s via IFTTT

Scooter Braun retires as music manager after 23 years

The entrepreneur, 42, said he has stepped back to focus on his role as a father. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pCdWSZT via IFTTT

Pixar's Inside Out 2 sees record opening weekend

It marks a big win for cinemas, which have seen lacklustre takings for some major new movies this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kLItEAh via IFTTT

More people turning away from news, report says

News avoidance is now at record high levels, the Reuters Institute's 2024 Digital News Report says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5gSd6eB via IFTTT

'Hackers leaked intimate photos after my laptop was stolen'

A Spanish filmmaker turned the cameras on herself and made a "sextortion diary" after being blackmailed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c7o5mRs via IFTTT

Boy grapples with tradition in Spanish bullfighting town

A new film follows a boy as he tries to square a controversial practice with his family's hopes for him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fuk1GBz via IFTTT

Clive Myrie shares emotional toll of broadcasting

The TV anchor shares the impact of reporting from war zones and personal toll of being a prominent public figure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V9yoKRr via IFTTT

Historic writer's desk could be 'knackered' old fake

Is this piece of furniture really a literary relic, or part of a Victorian money-making hustle? from BBC News https://ift.tt/AWNRtMO via IFTTT

Why a hit show is calling it quits after two series

Some consider award-winning animation Arcane the best videogame adaption ever - so why is it ending? from BBC News https://ift.tt/M9H4RoP via IFTTT

Naked, alone and living on dog food – all for a TV show that gripped a nation

A new documentary revisits the "sadistic" 1990s reality show which preceded Big Brother. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uk9BEec via IFTTT

Pope jokes around as he hosts famous comedians

Among the US celebrities were Whoopi Goldberg, Stephen Colbert, Chris Rock and Jimmy Fallon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3pvjiBL via IFTTT

Tracey Emin on becoming a dame and getting cancer all-clear

The artist says she didn’t think she’d be alive now, "let alone sitting here and becoming a dame". from BBC News https://ift.tt/95WLgBH via IFTTT

Can indie games inspire a creative boom from Indian developers?

India's games industry is dominated by mobile sports titles, but a growing movement is pushing creativity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xEz08vT via IFTTT

Silent Men film asks why so many still struggle to open up

Scottish filmmaker Duncan Cowles set out to ask why men tend to bottle up their emotions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/35sLQ2c via IFTTT

Celine Dion says 'I'm back' after health struggles

The vocal powerhouse tells the BBC about her devastating health battle and her comeback plans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R3VMIkd via IFTTT

Naomi Klein wins first Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction

Fiction prize is won by US author VV Ganeshananthan for family drama Brotherless Night. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0wELFV5 via IFTTT

Holly Valance: From Aussie pop star to Trump cheerleader

Valance got her break as a teenage Aussie soap star. Now she's fronting fundraising efforts for the Trump campaign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LFZsuy2 via IFTTT

Taylor Swift fans make the earth move at Edinburgh gig

Tens of thousands of Taylor Swift fans made the earth move by cheering and dancing at her Edinburgh concerts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/njb2LKq via IFTTT

Valance and Wintour host rival Trump-Biden London events

Holly Valance is set to host a pro-Trump event, with Anna Wintour reported to be hosting a pro-Biden one. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tPEfqxl via IFTTT

Pauline Black pays tribute to The Selecter frontman

Black says Arthur "Gaps" Hendrickson had a powerful stage presence but was a "humble man". from BBC News https://ift.tt/J12nf85 via IFTTT

Kevin Spacey says he was 'too handsy’ in the past

The actor admits to "pushing the boundaries" in an interview with Piers Morgan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ejVtdi8 via IFTTT

Wuthering Heights guitar sells for £21k at auction

Ian Bairnson played the 1974 Les Paul Custom with a broken arm in a solo for Wuthering Heights. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2gHbFhD via IFTTT

Easy Life band renamed after EasyGroup legal row

The band changed their name after a threat of legal action by the brand owners of airline EasyJet. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hlKZcWm via IFTTT

Giovanni Pernice will not return to Strictly Come Dancing

The Italian professional dancer joined the show in 2015, winning it in 2021 with Rose Ayling-Ellis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wK1uEDT via IFTTT

Thousands head to Wales for Pink world tour

There are travel disruption alerts as tens of thousands of fans get the party started with Pink. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DvFE6QI via IFTTT

Five ways Michael Mosley made us healthier

Michael Mosley’s simple and accessible health hacks made him a household name. Remember these? from BBC News https://ift.tt/HCVLtwy via IFTTT

Ten-year-old Taylor Swift fan delighted to be given star's hat

Ten-year-old Pippa Bartholomew's dream came true when she was chosen by Taylor Swift to be the lucky recipient of her hat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bDkFaAE via IFTTT

Daisy May Cooper praises staff after early birth

The This Country star had her new baby at the delivery suite in Gloucester on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oKAMrJl via IFTTT

Why has Doctor Who always been so LGBT-friendly? Russell T Davies thinks he knows

The mastermind of modern Doctor Who on the importance of camp, diversity and representation on the show from BBC News https://ift.tt/4yl6EvX via IFTTT

CCTV appears to show missing Michael Mosley leaving village

Health author, journalist and presenter Dr Michael Mosley, 67, remains missing after going for a walk on the Greek island of Symi on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oqilH3Y via IFTTT

Woman sues Netflix over Baby Reindeer character

She claims to have inspired the character and seeks $170m for defamation, negligence and privacy violations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DztaNml via IFTTT

Les Dennis on entering his Shakespearean era

The entertainer and actor discusses fulfilling one of his last long-held ambitions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Lv6tue via IFTTT

Saturday Subculture: 30 years of Glasgow club night

After 30 years, subculture at the Sub Club is the world’s longest-running weekly house and techno night from BBC News https://ift.tt/mZrldK9 via IFTTT

Birmingham Royal Ballet to perform at Glastonbury

The announcement follows the success of 2023's Black Sabbath - The Ballet. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tm0cBGU via IFTTT

Kanye West accuses former assistant of blackmail

The star's lawyer describes claims of sexual harassment "baseless" and threatens to counter-sue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a4geiRM via IFTTT

Original Doctor Who cast member William Russell dies

Russell played schoolteacher Ian Chesterton in the first two series of the BBC's sci-fi show. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fh7kuqj via IFTTT

Judge sets $100,000 bond for rapper Sean Kingston

The US rapper has been accused of stealing money and goods exceeding $1m in value. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g3kLfiG via IFTTT

Stars descend on Dior's first Scottish fashion show since 1955

The French fashion house took inspiration from Scottish history for the show at Drummond Castle near Crieff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZPLB24H via IFTTT

Britain's Got Talent winner celebrated in Wetherspoons

Ten finalists, including a choir and a magician, competed in Sunday night's live final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4LXGjUk via IFTTT

MrBeast overtakes T-Series for most YouTube subscribers

Jimmy Donaldson, already the most-subscribed individual on the platform, has claimed another title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vIlZJG1 via IFTTT

Can you become a lawyer by listening to Taylor Swift?

A Glasgow law student is hoping to pass her undergraduate degree with a dissertation on Taylor Swift. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QsW79yA via IFTTT

Parents' marriage made Wilson 'avoid relationships'

The Australian actor speaks about her career, childhood and recent book with Desert Island Discs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KfL67pb via IFTTT

Geek Girl: The teen drama tackling neurodiversity

Holly Smales' acclaimed book series has been developed by Netflix into a ten-part Netflix drama. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YvfrUce via IFTTT

Edinburgh book festival ends Baillie Gifford sponsorship

The festival said it could not safely go ahead in August after threats of disruption from climate activists. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uXHEwzT via IFTTT

'Heartsick' Jennifer Lopez cancels US tour dates

Ticket firm Live Nation says the singer is " taking time off to be with her children, family and close friends". from BBC News https://ift.tt/fFjW98L via IFTTT

Astro Bot steals show at PlayStation preview

Sony's PS5 mascot gets the biggest response during a fairly low-key State of Play broadcast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IBfl9JN via IFTTT