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How EastEnders was made, from 'doof doofs' to Angie and Den

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:01:45 GMT

Archive documents show Manchester and Birmingham were considered as alternative settings for the soap.


Peaky Blinders will continue beyond film, says Knight

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 12:10:15 GMT

The show's creator Steven Knight says "it's not over" once the upcoming film has been released.


Conductor sorry for calling Italian singers Mafia

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:32:02 GMT

Edward Gardner had been threatened with a defamation action by singers at an opera house in Naples.


Ten best moments as stars mark 50 years of Saturday Night Live

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 11:58:26 GMT

The three-hour special featured Nirvana getting a new frontman and Sabrina Carpenter singing with a legend.


Ayra Starr becomes first woman to win Mobo best African music award in 16 years

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:31:21 GMT

The Afrobeats star also wins the award for best international act, at the ceremony held in Newcastle.


'There's a line': Comedians on whether Peter Kay was right to throw out hecklers

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 09:38:04 GMT

After the star kicked two fans out, we speak to UK comics about the "chaos" and "magic" of heckling.


Too many video games, too little time - but could that be changing?

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:24:10 GMT

Bigger, longer, better? Why the race to pack more hours into video games might be slowing.


The Jam drummer Rick Buckler dies aged 69

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 02:13:59 GMT

Tributes pour in, with bandmate Bruce Foxton remembering him as a "good guy and a great drummer".


Baftas 2025: Watch the big moments in 100 seconds

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 22:15:45 GMT

Papal drama Conclave and immigration epic The Brutalist came away as big winners on the British film industry's biggest night.


Central Cee makes history at Mobo Awards

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:03:30 GMT

The rapper has matched Stormzy's record of seven awards, after winning best male act for the second year running.


In pictures: Stars on the red carpet for Bafta Film Awards

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 21:25:17 GMT

Stars including Cynthia Erivo, Mikey Madison, Adrien Brody and Ariana Grande were in their finest outfits.


Poetry centre and old Ikea get share of £67m culture fund

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:47:41 GMT

Ten major projects get government funding, but another £30m is withdrawn from six more areas.


How to watch the awards season films

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 13:03:59 GMT

As the Oscars race starts to take shape, here's the ABC (Anora, The Brutalist, Conclave) of films to watch.


'Grow up' - Kevin Spacey responds to Guy Pearce allegation

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:42:10 GMT

Spacey told Pearce he "is not a victim" after the Brutalist star spoke about his behaviour.


Sam Fender's new album drops, and The White Lotus is back: What to stream this week

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:31:14 GMT

Other highlights this week include EastEnders turning 40, Tate McRae's new album, and the release of Avowed.


'Montoya, por favor!': Inside the Spanish reality show that broke the internet

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:00:34 GMT

As clips from Spain's Temptation Island go viral, the BBC speaks to the show's executive producer.


Jorja Smith puts hometown accent on map

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 06:10:24 GMT

Smith's new single Crush, which features her rapping, gets people talking about her Walsall accent.


Eight backstage highlights from the Bafta Film Awards

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:43:13 GMT

The big winners talk of high spirits, heavy trophies and some speech advice they wish they hadn't taken.


Watch: Robert Pattinson on working with Mickey 17 director Bong Joon Ho

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 07:17:35 GMT

The British actor says the South Korean director's work will "go down in history".


Carry On film star Julian Holloway dies, aged 80

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:43:24 GMT

Julian Holloway, who appeared in numerous films and TV series, died in Bournemouth, his agent said.


'I didn't believe it': Warwick Davis on receiving Bafta fellowship

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:05:25 GMT

Actor and TV presenter Warwick Davis has received this year's Bafta fellowship - the British Academy's highest honour.


Jonathan Bailey's new character 'Succession inspired'

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:29:22 GMT

The Wicked actor has received mostly positive reviews from critics for portraying Shakespeare's Richard II.


YouTube at 20: Fame has made life easier, says Charlie Bit Me star

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:22:43 GMT

From Baby Shark, the Harlem Shake and Gangnam Style, the online site has been part of our lives for 20 years.


A glimpse at Picasso and Pollock masterpieces kept in Tehran vault

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 02:35:33 GMT

Masterpieces by the likes of Pablo Picasso and Vincent Van Gogh feature in the collection in Iran's capital.


'I watched a soap for the first time aged 27, here's what I thought'

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:01:23 GMT

With EastEnders celebrating its 40th anniversary, I decided it was time to give soap operas a chance.


'Entertaining nonsense': BBC's Nick Robinson discovers X account hacked

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:53:27 GMT

Contrary to posts on his X account, the Today presenter reveals he is not launching a new cryptocurrency.


A$AP Rocky not guilty of firearm assault on LA street

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 06:53:33 GMT

A former friend said the hip-hop star opened fire at him during a dispute on a Hollywood street in 2021.


Grammy winner Doechii looks to future after dream music run

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:51:08 GMT

The American star has had a top 10 single, Grammy award and a breathing exercise that's gone viral.


Strictly's Amy chats chemotherapy with King as she receives honour

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:37:39 GMT

The Welsh dancer says getting her MBE from the King was like an "out-of-body experience".


Gay kiss 'furore' to domestic violence: How EastEnders shattered taboos

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:43:21 GMT

EastEnders stars and commentators reflect on times the soap tackled social taboos over 40 years.




 

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