Entertainment & ArtsThe King's message tops Christmas Day TV ratingsNearly 7m people tuned in on the BBC, ITV, Sky News and GB News to watch King Charles deliver his annual broadcast. 9 hrs agoCultureThe Cure guitarist Perry Bamonte dies aged 65The band says the musician died "after a short illness at home over Christmas".2 hrs agoCultureLast dance for Tess and Claudia as Strictly hosts sign offTess Daly and Claudia Winkleman embrace on the dancefloor as they sign off as hosts after 11 years.1 day agoCultureFriends and The Middle actor Pat Finn dies aged 60Finn was also an improvisation performer and appeared in various sitcoms throughout the 1990s and 2000s.2 days agoCultureGirls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts pregnant with first childThe singer revealed that she and her partner, footballer Mitch Hahn, are expecting a baby in the spring.12 hrs agoCulture'Kirsty Wark was DJ at our club - but we couldn't get Nicola Sturgeon'Cult Glasgow club night Pretty Ugly is about to celebrate its 20th anniversary.15 hrs agoGlasgow & West ScotlandSydney Sweeney: I want to make films that save people's livesSweeney is starring in The Housemaid, a psychological thriller based on Freida McFadden's hit book.23 hrs agoCultureLawsuit filed to remove Trump's name from Kennedy CenterRep Joyce Beatty, who sits on the centre's board, argues the name change is illegal because it requires approval from Congress.Catherine and Charlotte perform piano duet for Christmas carol concertThe pre-recorded performance aired on ITV1 on Christmas Eve and saw the pair play a piece by Scottish composer Erland Cooper.Jethro Tull founding member dies aged 82Lead singer Ian Anderson says Mick Abrahams was "vitally important" to the band's early line-up.Russell Brand charged with new offences of rape and sexual assaultRussell Brand will appear in court on 20 January 2026 over the new charges.No charge over Bob Vylan IDF chants at GlastonburyAvon and Somerset Police says the incident "does not meet the criminal threshold" for prosecution.Features & analysis12 books you need to read in 2026Fictional gems, debut thillers, cracking biographies and everything in between.Stranger Things: What could happen next as the show's finale looms? Fans do not have long to wait, as the show returns in the UK on Boxing Day and then New Year's Day.Someone thought I was actually the woman from Baby Reindeer and screamed in my face, says actressActress Jessica Gunning says she is sometimes stopped and occasionally confused with her character. Rivalries and rumours: How the new order of the Murdoch dynasty is playing outFamily feuds and strategic change are redefining who holds power inside the Murdoch empire.Bake Off, Strictly or Amandaland? The TV highlights over ChristmasStranger Things, Two Doors Down and The Celebrity Apprentice are among this year's highlights.Latest updates2 hrs agoThe Cure guitarist Perry Bamonte dies aged 65The band says the musician died "after a short illness at home over Christmas".2 hrs ago9 hrs agoThe King's message tops Christmas Day TV ratingsNearly 7m people tuned in on the BBC, ITV, Sky News and GB News to watch King Charles deliver his annual broadcast. 9 hrs ago12 hrs agoGirls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts pregnant with first childThe singer revealed that she and her partner, footballer Mitch Hahn, are expecting a baby in the spring.12 hrs ago16 hrs agoCan you crack this Christmas joke?Michael McIntyre challenges Mel Giedroyc and Gyles Brandreth with a Christmas cracker joke.16 hrs ago23 hrs agoSydney Sweeney: I want to make films that save people's livesSweeney is starring in The Housemaid, a psychological thriller based on Freida McFadden's hit book.23 hrs ago1 day agoLast dance for Tess and Claudia as Strictly hosts sign offTess Daly and Claudia Winkleman embrace on the dancefloor as they sign off as hosts after 11 years.1 day ago2 days agoFriends and The Middle actor Pat Finn dies aged 60Finn was also an improvisation performer and appeared in various sitcoms throughout the 1990s and 2000s.2 days ago2 days ago12 books you need to read in 2026Fictional gems, debut thillers, cracking biographies and everything in between.2 days ago2 days agoSam Ryder sings You're Christmas to MeWatch a clip of Sam's festive hit performed with the BBC Concert Orchestra for the Radio 2 Piano Room.2 days ago...
