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Bayeux Tapestry in 'wonderful state' after journey to London, French minister says - The French culture minister has told the BBC that the Bayeux Tapestry is in "a wonderful state". 59 mins ago
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Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey joins Strictly line-up -- Dame Sarah, who has won 30 medals for Great Britain, is the seventh celebrity to be confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing.3 hours ago
Trump drops BBC's commercial arm from Panorama lawsuit, but main case remains -- The US president removes BBC Studios from his defamation lawsuit over a controversial documentary.5 hours ago
Lauren Laverne diagnosed with blood and bone marrow disorder - The broadcaster reveals she has smouldering myeloma, which can develop into a type of blood cancer. 2 hrs ago54 minutes ago
Kit Connor and Joe Locke: 'Making a film like Heartstopper will forever be important' -- The Netflix movie brings Alice Oseman's popular screen adaptation to a conclusion.18 hours ago
Bonnie Tyler funeral plans announced as fans invited to line the streets -- Bonnie Tyler's coffin will be brought to her Mumbles home, with fans invited to "pay their respects".7 hours ago
New photograph marks Queen's 79th birthday -- Queen Camilla is marking her birthday with a renewed commitment to supporting children's literacy.8 hours ago
The 85-year-old living in her own art installation -- After careers as a teacher, cookbook author and TV chef, Sue Kreitzman's life took a different path.8 hours ago
Claudia Winkleman quits chat show after one series -- Winkleman said she was "incredibly grateful" for the opportunity, but had been "too nervous" to enjoy it.1 day ago
Kris Jenner's mother Mary Jo dies aged 91 -- Mary Jo 'MJ' Campbell was featured on multiple episodes of Keeping Up with the Kardashians over the years.7 hours ago
Ten unheard tracks from David Bowie's early career to be released -- The previously unheard tracks from the 1960s were recorded when Bowie went by the stage name Davie Jones.1 day ago
The Odyssey is a 'colossal piece of cinema', critics say in rave reviews -- The film, starring Matt Damon and Zendaya, is director Sir Christopher Nolan's first since Oppenheimer.2 days ago
Andy Serkis defends lack of diversity in Lord of the Rings cast -- Kate Winslet, Jamie Dornan and Anya Taylor-Joy are among the stars who have been cast so far.3 days ago
BBC's serious challenges laid bare in annual report -- The BBC issues a call to arms for a new funding model to replace the licence fee, media editor Katie Razzall says.3 days ago
Sam Neill: A versatile actor whose roles went far beyond Jurassic Park -- The actor built up a long string of screen credits over a five-decade career.3 days ago
Sam Neill's best-known roles in pictures -- The beloved actor's career ranged from box office blockbusters to thrillers and award-winning dramas.4 days ago
When you say the wrong thing into a microphone -- Alasdair Beckett-King heard the world's most awkward misspeak on his train journey.54 minutes ago
Andrew Flintoff crash passenger 'suffered PTSD and back injuries', court documents alleges -- The particulars of Racing driver Paul Rees's claim against BBC Studios said he is suing for upwards of £100,000.2 hours ago
Paddington star worried height would hinder her career -- Arti Shah, a performer on Paddington the Musical, sat down with the BBC Asian Network to discuss playing the bear.2 hours ago
Paul Merton and Suki Webster prepare for Merseyside shows -- Husband and wife duo Paul Merton and Suki Webster speak about bring their improv show to Merseyside and share funny story about last visit2 hours ago
Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81 -- She won for her role in 1989 film My Left Foot and had well-loved parts in Home Alone 2 and TV's Casualty.5 hours ago
Donning protective kit for a first glance at the Bayeux Tapestry -- The 70m-long 11th Century embroidery is to go on display at the British Museum, after it arrived in from France last week.3 hours ago
10 of the World Cup's most striking images -- As the 2026 World Cup draws to a close, the BBC rounds up some of the most stunning photos captured from the tournament – and reveals their similarities to classic works of art.8 hours ago