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Booker Prize longlist: See the 13 'dynamite' novels up for this year's prestigious award -- Elizabeth Strout, Douglas Stuart and Marlon James are among the 13 authors recognised this year.
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Ariana Grande sues hackers who leaked music and videos -- The pop star is suing to discover the identity of hackers who obtained unreleased photos and songs.8 hours ago
Love Island UK crowns winners of twist-filled series -- For the first time in the history of the UK series, only three couples were in the final after several twists.8 hours ago
Odyssey translator writes scathing review of Nolan film adaptation -- The film has won rave reviews from film critics but a translator of Homer's work was less than impressed.7 hours ago
House of the Dragon star Bethany Antonia joins Strictly line-up -- She plays Lady Baela Targaryen in HBO's Game of Thrones prequel, and is the ninth celebrity to be confirmed.4 hours ago
Laughter and tears at Dame Penelope Keith's funeral -- Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth says the service at Guildford Cathedral was "deeply moving".57 minutes ago
Giant pink mammoth and Ceefax - Joe Lycett unveils first major solo art exhibition -- The TV comedian's first major solo exhibition starts on Wednesday in Birmingham.2 hours ago
Cynthia Erivo and Damson Idris among stars in Children of Blood and Bone trailer -- Author Tomi Adeyemi has distanced herself from the blockbuster film based on her novel of the same name.32 minutes ago
Richard Hammond fined £999 for speeding offences -- The TV host is caught speeding twice in Herefordshire in the space of three weeks, magistrates hear.3 hours ago
US singer D4vd to go on trial for murder in death of 14-year-old -- The star is accused of killing Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose remains were found in a Tesla registered to his address.11 hours ago
Horror maestro Mike Flanagan joins Henry Cavill on Warhammer adaptations -- The director is due to work on scripts based on the popular tabletop hobby, Games Workshop says.3 hours ago
Bill Oddie: Comedian who found nature a welcome refuge from mental illness -- One of Britain's best known comedians and naturalists, his life was plagued by bouts of acute depression which saw many visits to psychiatric hospitals.1 day ago
Musk takes 'crusade' to Europe with Armie Hammer film -- Musk has backed a film called Citizen Vigilante featuring an American vigilante tearing across an unnamed European country.1 day ago
What Love Island tells us about the changing face of dating -- From women making the first move to shifting relationship dynamics, Love Island has become a window into Britain's evolving dating culture1 day ago
Claudia Winkleman's chat show ended after one series - can anyone replace Graham Norton? -- The presenter said she was "incredibly grateful" for the opportunity but simply "too nervous to enjoy it".3 days ago
The notorious Cameroonian prison with its own record label -- New Bell's inmates have become mini stars, recording songs and music videos from the confines of the jail.1 day ago
Naga Munchetty to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years -- The BBC One show's co-host will swap the TV sofa for the presenter's chair on Radio 5 Live Breakfast.8 hours ago
10 of the best TV shows to watch this August -- From the comeback of Apple TV's hit football comedy to a dark teen thriller from Ryan Murphy, and new DC superhero series Lanterns – these are the best series to watch and stream.7 hours ago
Beach rave fears could thwart music events -- Council officers worry they will tun into "unofficial raves" on the beach.11 hours ago
Has Ricky Gervais ever been offended himself? -- Romesh chats with Ricky Gervais to celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Office.1 day ago