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Gracie Abrams captures pain of early adulthood in new album - but you're left wanting more -- The singer's third album is full of incisive, witty lyrics that are let down by muted production.
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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.1 day ago
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". 2 days ago1 hour ago
16 World Cup viral moments - from Posh Spice's nonchalance to Haaland's bromance -- We look at some of the most memorable scenes during the 2026 World Cup that set the internet alight.1 hour ago
'Wham! concerts changed lives in China' - Ridgeley -- A new documentary shows the impact Wham! had on people during their ground-breaking visit to China.1 day ago
Signed Hockney print found in a book sells for £41K -- The print, found in a book donated to a Salvation Army shop, is snapped up by an anonymous bidder.1 day 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.1 day 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.2 days 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".2 days ago
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.1 day ago
Andrew Flintoff crash passenger 'suffered PTSD and back injuries', court documents allege -- The particulars of Racing driver Paul Rees's claim against BBC Studios said he is suing for upwards of £100,000.22 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.2 days ago
Is the fear of unintentionally going viral changing clubbing for Gen Z? -- For some young clubbers, the fear is not dancing badly, it's becoming content.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.3 days ago
Kim Jong Un was meant to be their only idol - then North Koreans discovered K-pop -- Defectors tell the BBC that despite restrictions, K-pop has cut through in the stifling dictatorship.1 day 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.5 days ago
Bruno Mars has an unexpected opening before Wembley party starts -- After an eight-year absence from UK stages, Bruno Mars returned to Wembley Stadium with a polished, hit-filled show.1 hour ago
Why the World Cup half-time show may be a taste of things to come -- The 2026 World Cup's spectacle is creating debate about the place of music in sport - and how it could infiltrate other tournaments.9 hours ago
When you say the wrong thing into a microphone -- Alasdair Beckett-King heard the world's most awkward misspeak on his train journey.1 day 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.1 day 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 visit1 day 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.1 day ago