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David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 01:14:00 GMT
The painter broke social taboos by celebrating same-sex relationships in his art.
Missing Glastonbury? There's a festival on your doorstep this weekend
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:50:10 GMT
Stars like Fatboy Slim and Becky Hill will play small local venues to celebrate the UK music scene.
'It's easy to romanticise toxicity' says star of film about step-siblings' romance
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:01:54 GMT
The stars of Your Fault: London discuss their film's BookTok fandoms, online fame and toxic relationships.
For your ears only: How music brought the new James Bond game to life
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:27:47 GMT
The BBC went behind the scenes as the score for the blockbuster James Bond video game was recorded.
GTA 6 will cost £70 - and physical edition will not contain a disc
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:20:12 GMT
Rockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.
Michael Barrymore TikTok videos prompt concern over filming on smart glasses
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:54:54 GMT
A shop worker tells the BBC he unexpectedly appeared in a video Barrymore uploaded on social media.
How Myles Smith turned five years of therapy notes into a debut album
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:09:14 GMT
The singer songwriter's first collection is inspired by the experiences that shaped him before he was famous.
Could a Madison Square Garden wedding be the love story of Taylor Swift's wildest dreams?
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:00:51 GMT
Officials confirmed someone applied for a permit to close the streets near Madison Square Garden on 4 July.
Woman recalls posing for Freud after £25m art sale
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:44:07 GMT
Sue Tilley remembers champagne lunches and Freud's "scruffy" studio with a Rodin used as a doorstop.
Love Island USA removes second contestant for using racial slur
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:29:45 GMT
Alannah Keyser appeared briefly in Thursday's episode before viewers were told she had left the villa.
Married at First Sight Australia stars not told partners had drug and violence convictions
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:04 GMT
Stars of the hit TV show say they did not know their on-screen husbands had previous convictions.
Quentin Tarantino and Kylie Minogue spotted around Wales for new film
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:04:53 GMT
Quentin Tarantino, Kylie Minogue and RZA are just three of the names filming a new drama set in Wales.
'True jewel' museum and gallery wins UK award
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:18 GMT
The Box, in Plymouth, wins the 2026 Art Fund Museum of the Year award.
The Other Bennet Sister to return for Christmas special
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:12:40 GMT
Filming is set to resume in Wales this summer for new three-part special.
Adolescence star cast in Hamburg Days Beatles series
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:06:47 GMT
The forthcoming BBC six-part drama Hamburg Days charts the growth of the band from their beginnings.
Public invited to pay tribute to David Hockney
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:00:04 GMT
A book of condolence opens to allow people to pay tribute to David Hockney at Bradford City Hall.
Supergirl: DC Studios boss says comics giant needs to win back fans' trust
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:29:16 GMT
The latest release from the Marvel rival is part of a wider reset of its sprawling cinematic universe.
British actor praised for 'rugby tackling' handbag robber before film premiere
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:03:11 GMT
Aneurin Barnard was said to have stepped in to stop the robber while promoting new film Rogue Trooper.
Backstage at Gorillaz' epic, one-off stadium show: 'The vibe is ridiculous'
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 01:14:49 GMT
Damon Albarn, De La Soul and Moonchild Sannelly talk backstage as Gorillaz play their biggest show.
Top Australian TV star to leave job after Tommy Robinson interview, reports say
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:10:37 GMT
Karl Stefanovic has helmed a popular breakfast TV show for the better part of two decades.
BBC DJ and presenter Trevor Nelson taking a break from work due to health issues
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:24:07 GMT
The Radio 2 and 1Xtra presenter said he was now "concentrating on getting better".
Blood, Sweat & Tears rocker David Clayton-Thomas dies at 84
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:57:46 GMT
The Grammy Award-winning music legend sold more than 40 million records and helped shape the sound of jazz-rock.
Canada eligible to join Eurovision competition
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:41:36 GMT
Prime Minister Mark Carney raised the idea of Canada joining the song contest in his 2025 budget.
Harry Styles revisits X Factor as he kicks off Wembley residency
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 02:00:32 GMT
The pop star reminisces about his X Factor audition, which took place near Wembley Stadium in 2010.
