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Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with double win
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 03:50:06 GMT
He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony.
Earl Spencer's unreleased book on Diana stolen in the Netherlands
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:22:16 GMT
The theft of Earl Spencer's memoir about his late sister comes one week ahead of the book's release.
British-American author and critic Bonnie Greer dies aged 77
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:41:03 GMT
Her husband says the playwright and cultural and political commentator died after a brief illness.
Ex-BBC presenter questions role of Royal Family in new documentary
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:57:15 GMT
John Humphrys, who presented Today and the Nine O'Clock News, heads a new Channel 4 documentary on the topic.
Oasis confirm Knebworth return plus Manchester and Glasgow 2027 gigs
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:04:22 GMT
The band have announced a second wave of shows for their hit reunion tour, after weeks of teasers.
Five things you may not know about Emmy history-maker Matthew Rhys
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:06:19 GMT
The Welsh actor became the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the Emmy Awards.
From Marilyn Monroe to Sabrina Carpenter - Bob Mackie's designs in pictures
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:53:39 GMT
Beyoncé, Cher, Elton John and Miley Cyrus have all worn Mackie's glittery ensembles.
The Pitt is up for 25 Emmys - but the show's biggest fans are real-life doctors
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:39:48 GMT
Those in the medical profession say the HBO Max show about a US hospital emergency room is the most realistic medical drama yet.
In pictures: Stars on red carpet at Emmy Awards in LA
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:56:19 GMT
Stars from the latest hit TV shows turn out at the biggest night in the US TV calendar.
Pokémon fans prepare for 'biggest day in a decade'
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:45:04 GMT
Collectors are eagerly awaiting the first release of the 30th anniversary Pokémon trading cards.
Watch: Selena Gomez, Zendaya and other stars light up Emmys red carpet
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:00:40 GMT
Celebrities walked a blue version of the traditional red carpet ahead of the primetime show honouring the best shows in US television.
Home Alone and Schitt's Creek stars tribute to late on-screen 'mom' O'Hara
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:00:35 GMT
Tributes were also paid at the Emmy Awards to Rob Reiner, Hayden Panettiere and Dolly Parton.
All support acts on Ed Sheeran's US tour quit after Macklemore dropped
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:36:54 GMT
The star said he was not responsible for Macklemore being dropped from the line-up after he made pro-Palestinian statements on stage.
Sydney Sweeney ad a barrier for girls in sport - Amy Hunt
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:22:10 GMT
British sprinter Amy Hunt says she is concerned about the controversial advert starring Sydney Sweeney being part of a "barrier" to girls' participation in sport.
Brass band trumpets 14th win as Britain's best
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:22:14 GMT
Foden's Band, known as one of the world's best brass bands, adds another title to its collection.
How city's market became a CBeebies TV set
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:13:48 GMT
The show, filmed in Coventry, aims to help young children explore food through their senses
Emmys 2026: The winners and nominees in full
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:31:34 GMT
Zendaya, Noah Wyle, Sarah Snook and Colman Domingo are among the stars nominated for acting prizes.
Legendary Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:29:39 GMT
Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria's most recognised actors, whose career spanned several decades.
'Luck and timing': Matthew Rhys on his historic Emmy Awards double win
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:04:38 GMT
Speaking to the BBC, the Welsh actor described the "surreal" experience of becoming the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night.
Turner Prize winner's new vision for hometown
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:59:04 GMT
Keith Tyson said he hopes to create a space for exhibitions, education and community engagement.
Trump says Kennedy Center to close as court rules his name must stay off building
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:55:20 GMT
The Trump-appointed board was blocked from adding the inscription "Renovated and Restored by President Donald J. Trump".
Diljit Dosanjh makes history under the famous Wembley arch
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:06:08 GMT
Wembley Stadium billed Diljit Dosanjh as the first Punjabi singer to headline the iconic music venue.
Memorable moments from the Emmys and everything you couldn't see on TV
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:30:35 GMT
Backstage, the winners continued the celebrations off-screen and addressed some of the ceremony's most viral moments.
Pokémon fans queue for 30th anniversary release
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:45:37 GMT
Avid collectors of the Japanese trading card game call it "the biggest day in a decade".
How being music's Mr Nice Guy contributed to biggest crisis of Ed Sheeran's career
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:49:20 GMT
Sheeran tries to stay away from politics and controversy, but that stance has come in for criticism.
