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Sex, love and immortality: Behind the obsession with vampires

Mark Gatiss, from BBC’s Dracula, and Rolin Jones, from Interview with the Vampire, on why vampires are so popular. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aB04K6v via IFTTT

Adidas ends 'fight' with Kanye West over antisemitism

The two collaborated on the Yeezy collection but cut ties due to the rapper's controversial comments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5w91sU7 via IFTTT

Recording console used by Beatles and found in skip up for auction

A Hertfordshire father and son have been able to restore the console used on the Beatles' last album. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UnmlgC5 via IFTTT

Michael Parkinson's son defends new AI podcast

An AI version of the chat show host, who died last year, will interview guests in an eight-part series. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f8jv3FX via IFTTT

Tourists flock to street used as a film set - and Airbnb row is 'final straw'

And the street in London isn't the only place in the UK that has seen an influx of film fans either from BBC News https://ift.tt/RzveSQ0 via IFTTT

Bob's Burger actor gets year in prison for US Capitol riots

Jay Johnston, a Hollywood actor, is one of the most high-profile people to be jailed for involvement in the 6 January 2021 riot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fL5JH2W via IFTTT

Amy Dowden to miss Saturday's Strictly show

Lauren Oakley will step in to partner with JB Gill for this Saturday's show after Dowden fell ill. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Caotgrf via IFTTT

Grateful Dead co-founder Phil Lesh dies aged 84

The leading member of the US rock group passed away peacefully, his official Instagram account says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fjK0Vlx via IFTTT

US rapper Lil Durk arrested over murder-for-hire plot

Durk is allegedly implicated in a 2022 shooting that killed the cousin of rival rapper Quando Rondo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EGeFjJV via IFTTT

Raye's songwriting books for new album stolen

The singer's car was stolen and contained books in which she'd written songs for her second album. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hmvHXTk via IFTTT

Tearful Adele hugs Celine Dion at Las Vegas show

Fans could be heard clapping and cheering as the two icons met at Caesars Palace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LmpokWH via IFTTT

Pixies: 'The more you try to recapture youth, the sillier it sounds'

Black Francis from legendary rock band Pixies on ageing disgracefully, painting and bedtime stories. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sK3eNGF via IFTTT

Mescal cast in Gladiator II after '30-minute Zoom call'

The Irish actor stars in director Ridley Scott's sequel to 2000's Gladiator, released next month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/srzXVdT via IFTTT

Springsteen: I rarely see my bandmates - we've seen each other enough

The rock star on touring, his wife's cancer diagnosis and why he'll play "until the wheels come off". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QrpOufB via IFTTT

Kate Bush reveals plans to make new music

The singer shied away from the spotlight in recent years and has not released a new album since 2011. from BBC News https://ift.tt/18WaGlk via IFTTT

The battle for metal bands to get into gaming

Gaming and heavy metal have a long relationship, but top bands say it's hard to find a way in to the industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WV6rJYf via IFTTT

How to watch this year's awards-tipped films

As the Oscars race stars to take shape, here's the ABC (Anora, Blitz, Conclave) of films to watch. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dqDom4l via IFTTT

Beechgrove Garden presenter Jim McColl dies aged 89

The BBC's longest-serving gardening presenter was a favourite with audiences for 41 years before retiring in 2019. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9MADFdP via IFTTT

The battle for metal bands to get into gaming

Gaming and heavy metal have a long relationship, but top bands say it's hard to find a way in to the industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/02fcoUz via IFTTT

Liam Payne's death prompts music industry soul searching

Is duty of care to musicians, particularly young artists, being addressed in the music industry? from BBC News https://ift.tt/OEKCut2 via IFTTT

Idris Elba: Why I'm planning a move to Africa

The British star is backing film projects across the continent and wants to be closer to the action. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lQAqfLc via IFTTT

Post Office scandal musical 'shows the heartache'

After a landmark TV drama, more wrongly accused sub-postmasters are shown in a new stage musical. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EoWV9BN via IFTTT

Derry Girls creator hits out at ITV over AI plans

The broadcaster has posted a job ad for someone to use AI to "shape the future of content creation". from BBC News https://ift.tt/XBqmjAo via IFTTT

Jeff Lynne's ELO to call time with farewell show

The show will take place in London on 13 July, 55 years after the original band formed in Birmingham. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bC59gpi via IFTTT

'It got a little bit toxic': Liam Payne's hidden battles with fame

Liam Payne, who died on Wednesday aged 31, was thrust into global stardom as a 16-year-old. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SEsXC8f via IFTTT

'We want to find new voices' - Naomi Scott

The actor launches a fund to help young working class students into drama school. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lMCWjhP via IFTTT

Liam Payne's dad greets fans as Cheryl pays tribute

The Girls Aloud singer shares a seven-year-old son, called Bear, with the One Direction star. from BBC News https://ift.tt/39IXyYZ via IFTTT

Elton John returns to stage at Dua Lipa show

It was Sir Elton's first stage appearance since ending his farewell tour and since his eye problems. from BBC News https://ift.tt/91c2UlV via IFTTT

Daniel Craig's new film 'smug' but 'beautiful'

The former James Bond star plays a gay man in 1950s Mexico City in Queer, which has divided critics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9ltIhSF via IFTTT

Story of 'TV dating show killer' depicted in new film

Anna Kendrick's directorial debut Woman of the Hour tells the true story of serial killer Rodney Alcala. from BBC News https://ift.tt/92ORBej via IFTTT

Amy Adams turns into a dog in 'bizarre and brilliant' film

Nightbitch, released in December, is less of a body horror and more of a metaphor about motherhood. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JFw4hfC via IFTTT

'He was a big piece of my life': Your tributes to Liam Payne

Fans pay tribute to the One Direction singer, with many saying he played a prominent role in their childhood. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WLtfZFk via IFTTT

Diddy accused of 'revenge' rape over Tupac claims

The star is accused of "violently" assaulting a woman after she linked him to Tupac Shakur's murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kda6yUK via IFTTT

Kendrick Lamar sweeps BET Hip Hop Awards

Other winners at the Las Vegas ceremony include Nicki Minaj, Sexyy Red and Missy Elliott. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AbaPeri via IFTTT

Jean-Baptiste ‘dazzles’ as woman who is always miserable in Mike Leigh film

The pair first worked together on Secrets & Lies. Their latest project could make waves at the Oscars. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7ENro8P via IFTTT

London's Turbine Theatre to close after five years

Last week, union Equity said it had "serious concerns" about how the venue employed actors and crew. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lVYabvc via IFTTT

WWE’s Cody Rhodes wants UK WrestleMania in 5 years

The "American Nightmare" thinks Manchester or London have venues perfect for hosting the event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ztQr9As via IFTTT

Countdown champion accused of stabbing rival

John Cowen allegedly attacked man with a knife at a quiz-themed event in Blackpool, a court hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cS3HbL9 via IFTTT

Denzel Washington's children join forces in 'fearless' film

Malcolm Washington directs The Piano Lesson, which his brother John David Washington also stars in. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XtITMW3 via IFTTT

Mikey Madison leads Oscars race for breakout role as New York stripper

Anora won the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival and its star Mikey Madison has been widely praised. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CQ8Ga9K via IFTTT

Oscar-winning director sorry for 'antisemitic posts'

The Grierson Trust has removed the filmmaker as a patron because of his social media posts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wScQVOh via IFTTT

BBC launches review into preventing abuses of power

The BBC workplace culture review will focus on "preventing abuse of power" within its workforce. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yvwlunf via IFTTT

Oscars contender Conclave makes London debut

Stars attend the UK premiere of the drama about a scheming group of cardinals who select the new Pope. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zvn5spS via IFTTT

J Cole hits out at Kendrick and Drake beef in new track

Kendrick Lamar and Drake have been exchanging diss tracks since October last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/68YbZxr via IFTTT

Kylie: I told my team, 'I'm a despicable human being'

The pop star discusses backstage tensions, a surprise duet with Madonna and her love of word games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J2Ak4fb via IFTTT

When is Diddy's trial starting? What to know about his legal troubles

The rap mogul faces criminal charges and lawsuits from a number of alleged victims. He has denied wrongdoing from BBC News https://ift.tt/b8Z7jFt via IFTTT

Miranda on 'joy and fun' of getting married at 51

Comedian Miranda Hart also discusses her struggle with chronic fatigue after having Lyme disease. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8FvBVm5 via IFTTT

Gavin and Stacey cast 'in tears' as show wraps

The final episode of the sitcom, written by James Corden and Ruth Jones, will air on Christmas Day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YjeQKuf via IFTTT

'We closed our eyes and we danced together' - Madonna's poignant goodbye to brother

The veteran singer pens a heartfelt tribute to her brother Christopher Ciccone, who has died at 63. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tDNBI0A via IFTTT

Row over 'sheer magnitude' of Wagatha legal bill

Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy's dispute goes back to the High Court in a dispute over legal costs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/20awHYO via IFTTT

Full Dancing on Ice 2025 line-up revealed

Record-breaking Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey completes the 2025 line-up for ITV's Dancing on Ice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r8PwoAf via IFTTT

Unseen Thunderbirds films found in garden shed

The cans contain an alternative version of an episode that was never broadcast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AgjEnXR via IFTTT

New Bridget Jones film very sad, says Hugh Grant

The actor also said there was "no obvious role" for him in the film, but they "crammed me in". from BBC News https://ift.tt/rvOSNCd via IFTTT

My mission is to take Tamil music global, says Sid Sriram

The Indian-born, American-raised artist is going to perform his biggest solo UK show. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RdwfhCl via IFTTT

Singer Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit

The Grammy-winning singer says a former makeup artist's claim that he raped her is "extortion and defamation". from BBC News https://ift.tt/IBndCsj via IFTTT

John Godber working on Hull's version of Brookside

The playwright is hoping to bring a drama set and filmed in Hull to television. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wo3CYVu via IFTTT

Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff to present Bullseye reboot

The former cricket star will host a Christmas special of the ITV game show which first aired in 1981. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b7RalV9 via IFTTT

From pub job and PlayStation to writing an award-winning play

Nathan Queeley-Dennis's debut play is following Fleabag and Baby Reindeer from stage to screen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SgPQCf0 via IFTTT

Tennis star and style icon Lea Pericoli dies

The formidable Italian player made it to Wimbledon three times, turning heads with every outfit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vFEGmPA via IFTTT

Stalker 2: 'We want to show Ukraine can make great games'

How the Ukranian studio between an anticipated video game kept going when Russia invaded. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C9FqIDT via IFTTT

Behind the scenes of Heartstopper series three

We chat to the cast on the film set of the Netflix hit, ahead of new episodes being released on 3 October. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9HLNUmd via IFTTT

Naomi Campbell's charity had complaint from Unicef

The UN children's agency lodged a "serious incident report" with a watchdog over the model's charity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/icjFnNM via IFTTT

Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces more than 100 new assault allegations

New alleged victims are to sue to the hip-hop mogul, who denies all allegations of wrongdoing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wRmYixD via IFTTT

'Lots and lots of sex': Dame Jilly Cooper on her show Rivals

The author's 1980s "bonkbuster" has been turned into a star-studded new series. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pTQDVs9 via IFTTT

Netflix fails to get Baby Reindeer lawsuit dropped

Fiona Harvey claims the streaming giant told "brutal lies" about her to more than 50 million viewers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mHOYFPa via IFTTT

TV and Broadway star Gavin Creel dies aged 48

Bette Midler and Hannah Waddingham pay tribute to the Broadway and West End star. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NiXzmEY via IFTTT

Is this S Korea's most glamorous granny? Miss Universe judges think so

Choi Soon-hwa only started modelling at 72, but now has her eyes on an international career. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EY7tMh1 via IFTTT

Tributes paid to legendary singer and actor Kris Kristofferson

Friends and co-stars including Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton remember the country music legend. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5DaGUJO via IFTTT

How 'Peaky effect' put Birmingham on global movie map

As filming of the movie is getting under way, more filmmakers are being urged to come to the city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GK8XMwk via IFTTT