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Emma Barnett reveals she 'had the hysterectomy I never wanted to have'
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:57 GMT
The BBC Radio 4 Today programme presenter explained her recent absence on her return on Wednesday.
Ariana Grande leaves problems at home as her tour hits the UK
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:01:42 GMT
The star plays the first of 10 dates in London, after which she will "step back" from public life.
Hayden Panettiere's ex Wladimir Klitschko says family in 'profound shock and grief'
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:44:10 GMT
The former heavyweight boxing champion shares a child with the Heroes actress, who died on Sunday.
In pictures: Hayden Panettiere's life and career, from child actor to Scream star
Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:15:13 GMT
The former child star whose breakthrough came in 2006 later opened up about her struggles with mental health.
Actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, dies at 94
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:10:09 GMT
Law appeared in films alongside both of her daughters, Dame Emma and Sophie, including 1996's Emma.
Christian metal band Demon Hunter sue Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:30:40 GMT
The band say they face "an existential crisis" after the success of the K-pop-inspired Netflix film.
Calls to plan ahead for Reading Festival impact
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:09:14 GMT
The music festival begins on Thursday 27 August and runs until Sunday 30 August.
ADHD charity complains about Channel 4 documentary
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:38:05 GMT
One newspaper calls Channel 4’s The Great ADHD Myth? "the most controversial show of the year".
I wish I had been a more rebellious teenager, says Bella Ramsey
Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:10:47 GMT
Ramsey stars in a new film about a cancer survivor who attends “chemo camp” and finds friendship, love and freedom.
What really goes on in the MasterChef kitchen
Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:07:08 GMT
The 21st series was filmed at Birmingham's Digbeth Loc Studios.
BBC DJ Trevor Nelson reveals brain tumour surgery 'went well'
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:01:37 GMT
The 62-year-old said that his "world was turned upside down" when a brain tumour was discovered.
'I don't want to send you to prison', witness tells Tupac accused in combative testimony
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:00:35 GMT
A member of Tupac Shakur's entourage said he was threatened with contempt of court if he did not testify in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis.
Hayden Panettiere: A life of struggles alongside screen success
Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:47:52 GMT
She went from child actress to Hollywood star, but endured addiction, harassment and personal trauma.
National Television Awards pick first all-female shortlist for drama acting award
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:57:42 GMT
The five-strong list features Ella Bruccoleri, Sheridan Smith, Ruth Jones, Vicky McClure and Judy Parfitt.
ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies aged 77
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:25:46 GMT
A statement on the blues-rock band's website said he died on Monday in hospice
Reading festival granted music extension despite noise concerns
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:11:48 GMT
Charli XCX, rapper Dave and Chase & Status will headline the festival later this month.
'This star is for Africa' - Angélique Kidjo on making Hollywood Walk of Fame history
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:23:02 GMT
The musical icon from Benin tells the BBC about why Africa and Africans are so important to music.
