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'Breaking my neck on Harry Potter hasn't changed me as a person' -- Harry Potter stuntman David Holmes describes living in a wheelchair and his hopes for the future. -- Essex
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From Harry Potter to Doctor Who - archives show stars before they were famous -- The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland has unearthed images of Scotland's most famous acting talent in their student days. -- Glasgow & West Scotland14 hours ago
Tiffany Calver on breaking the glass ceiling as she leaves 1Xtra -- Tiffany Calver made headlines when she was announced in 2018 but now she's ready for new challenges. -- Newsbeat8 hours ago
Clare Balding pays tribute to 'one of a kind' dad -- Ian Balding, the legendary trainer of the 1971 Derby winner Mill Reef, dies at the age of 87. -- Horse Racing8 hours ago
EastEnders actor 'grateful' to avoid driving ban for speeding -- Colin Salmon was shown leniency by the court because he cares for his seriously ill wife and daughter.1 day ago
The Archers cast recreate lost first episode for 75th anniversary -- The recording of the first episode didn't survive, so the current cast have recreated the opening scene.11 hours ago
I always wanted Paul Mescal to play Shakespeare, says Hamnet writer -- Hamnet author Maggie O'Farrell says the Irish actor "stood out a mile" long before break out Normal People role.1 day ago
Strictly's Ellie and Vito still dancing together every week -- From Strictly sequins to presenting dreams, Ellie Goldstein speaks about her future ambitions.1 day ago
Matthew Rhys to play 'soft and cowardly' mayor of cursed island -- The Welsh actor will play Tom Loftis, a "soft and cowardly" mayor desperate to revive his struggling community.7 hours ago
Why is K-pop band NewJeans on the rocks? -- The group is losing one of its members - in yet another twist in a bitter year-long feud with its record label.3 days ago
The London Underground art that tracks trains in real-time3 days ago
Longplayer: The 1,000-year-long musical composition -- The composition, by Jem Finer of the Pogues, has been playing since 31 December 1999.3 days ago
Brigitte Bardot: From French cinema to international fame -- The French model and actress has died at the age of 91.3 days ago
Jazz musicians recreate 46-year-old pub record -- Joe Trudgeon and Paul Archibald recorded a follow-up to a 1979 album recorded live at the Old Duke.3 days ago
Detective and crime novelist among new Traitors contestants -- A barrister, nursery school teacher and cyber security expert will also enter the TV show's castle.2 days ago
Look back at the notable deaths of 2025 -- Pope Francis, Ozzy Osbourne and Diane Keaton are among those who died this year.2 days ago
Cynthia Erivo's journey from nativity play solo to MBE -- The London-born superstar is made an MBE in the New Year's Honours list for her musical and acting work.4 days ago
In pictures: The life and career of Brigitte Bardot -- The French actress redefined cinematic allure, captivating the world before championing animal rights.5 days ago
Beyoncé, Labubu and Sydney Sweeney's jeans: 15 viral moments that defined 2025 -- Dubai chocolate, Adolescence and the parodied Jet2 advert were some of the other most talked about moments.7 days ago
Corrie and Emmerdale collide for first time in explosive crossover episode -- Characters from Coronation Street and Emmerdale come face-to-face for the first time in Corriedale.2 hours ago
Who's going to laugh first at this juvenile joke? -- Comedian Chris McCausland can't contain himself.10 hours ago
From Lana to Madonna - the albums coming out this year -- What does 2026 have in store for the music industry? Sidetracked's Annie and Nick look ahead to expected releases and rumoured returning artists.12 hours ago
Jade's full circle moment with Lily Allen -- The Little Mix star shares how she used to sing Lily's hit The Fear in an Italian restaurant before becoming famous.14 hours ago
16 of the most exciting films coming up in 2026 -- From Emerald Fennell's divisive Wuthering Heights to Christopher Nolan's anticipated ancient Greek epic, here are BBC critics' picks of the films to see in the year ahead.15 hours ago
The Traitors returns with new 'secret traitor' in major shake-up -- Not even the viewers know who host Claudia Winkleman has assigned as the fourth "secret traitor".1 day ago
Stranger Things draws to an epic and emotional close -- Fans gathered at premieres in cities across the US and Canada to watch the finale on the big screen.1 day ago