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Amanda Knox comedy show 'sincere' but 'just not very funny'
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:35:00 GMT
The Edinburgh Fringe show received a mixed response, with many reviewers saying typical stand-up fare.
Gavin & Stacey star Melanie Walters completes Strictly line-up
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:28:48 GMT
Walters, who played Gwen in the BBC sitcom, is the 15th and final celebrity to be announced for Strictly.
Dressing room Dolly Parton 'just gorgeous', says The One Show's Alex Jones
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:04:24 GMT
The One Show host recalls meeting an "absolutely striking" Dolly Parton with no make-up or wig on.
New indictment alleges Nick Reiner was lying in wait before killing parents Rob and Michele Reiner
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:36:18 GMT
The allegation makes Reiner eligible for the death penalty - which has been paused in the state. Prosecutors have not said if they will pursue it.
Ski Sunday host Chemmy Alcott suffers collapsed lung after jumping into lake
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:23:11 GMT
The former GB Olympian posted images of her in hospital while on holiday in France.
Eurovision Song Contest 2027 to be held in Burgas, Bulgaria
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:10:31 GMT
The Black Sea location has been selected after Bulgarian singer Dara won this year's contest.
Taron Egerton says he is estranged from his dad after 'pushing ejector seat'
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:58:00 GMT
The actor from Aberystwyth talked about his dad on the Armchair Expert podcast with Dax Shepard.
Acting pals Cumming and Henderson put 40-year friendship onto paper
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:14:18 GMT
Alan Cumming and Shirley Henderson's acting relationship goes back a long way, mirroring the show the pair have been reunited on.
Jasper Carrott says family is 'so proud' of Lucy Davis after cancer diagnosis
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:32:24 GMT
The actress, best known for playing Dawn in The Office, has revealed she has incurable breast cancer.
Travis Kelce shares first details from his wedding to Taylor Swift: 'Best night of my life'
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:19:23 GMT
In the comments, Kelce called Swift his "wife" for first time and said it was a "childhood dream" to wed at Madison Square Garden.
Rod Stewart calls off US tour after 'routine' heart procedure
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:29:45 GMT
The 81-year-old singer has been advised by doctors to recuperate for the next four weeks.
I share my flat with a 6ft Terminator and 30 other props
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:08:45 GMT
Martin rents a one-bedroom-flat, but you would not say he lives alone.
Memories of rock royalty in my garden in Knebworth
Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:13:56 GMT
This weekend is the 40th anniversary of Queen's last performance with Freddie Mercury.
30 years later, a former gang member will stand trial for Tupac's murder
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:52:47 GMT
It’s been three decades since Tupac was killed, and since then, his reputation has only grown.
Ayra Starr on her secret relationship and teasing Stevie Wonder
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:19:48 GMT
The musician shares the personal stories behind her third album, and the time she teased a legend.
'I was blown away' - the fans who heard Phoebe Bridgers' unreleased album in a planetarium
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:23:45 GMT
Armagh Planetarium hosts an early album listening party for American singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers.
Eurovision Song Contest changes rules for countries at war
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:49:37 GMT
Organisers say countries engaged in armed conflict will be automatically disqualified from hosting.
Nicholas Hoult joins Harry Potter TV show - see the cast so far
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:03:56 GMT
Hoult, known for his roles in X-Men, Superman and Mad Max: Fury Road, will play Gilderoy Lockhart.
What he told me made my blood run cold - Michael Sheen investigates Wales' toxic legacy
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:21:53 GMT
The Hollywood actor investigates claims cancer-causing chemicals were dumped across Wales.
'Spectacular' Game of Thrones stage spin-off opens at home of Shakespeare
Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:29:18 GMT
The verdict from most theatre critics is that it's a worthy addition to the epic fantasy franchise.
BTS star V reveals hearing loss battle during livestream
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:09:12 GMT
The K-pop star says he has suffered hearing issues for over two years before revealing it publicly this week.
