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The Traitors moves from TV to theatre with 'bold' West End show
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:00:07 GMT
The TV show's makers hope its dramatic twists and huge popularity will translate into a theatre hit.
How to watch the Oscar-nominated films
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:15:17 GMT
Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face one battle after another as the awards race heats up.
The Traitors stars serve up drama in nail-biting final
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 11:25:14 GMT
After three weeks, the latest series of The Traitors came to its dramatic climax in Friday's finale.
Ashton Kutcher: Hollywood isn't to blame for pushing unrealistic beauty standards
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:40:20 GMT
The actor stars in The Beauty, which explores the negative impact of a world full of beautiful people.
Behind the scenes of the star-studded charity album featuring Olivia Rodrigo
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:16:04 GMT
Olivia Rodrigo, Arctic Monkeys and Pulp are among the artists who recorded new songs for War Child.
Vampire film Sinners breaks Oscar nominations record
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:10:44 GMT
The horror is up for 16 awards - setting a new record for the most Oscar nominations for a single film.
Knitwear, jumpsuits and Cluedo: Traitors fashion explained
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:03:54 GMT
It's not just what they say or how they act that influences their fellow contestants - it's how they dress, too.
Producer's pride at Arctic Monkeys' legendary debut 20 years on
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:10:57 GMT
Arctic Monkeys' first album was released on 23 January 2006 and went on to sell 2.5 million copies.
Robbie Williams breaks The Beatles' chart record
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:59:47 GMT
The star's latest album, Britpop, debuts at number one, giving Williams his 16th solo UK chart-topper.
How long would you last in the Traitors castle? Take our test to find out
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:00:31 GMT
Work through our scenarios to find out if you've got a taste for deception or a nose for detection.
Wunmi Mosaku's rise from Manchester estate to Oscar nomination
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:35:35 GMT
Actress Wunmi Mosaku is nominated for an Oscar for her role as Annie in the vampire horror Sinners.
Cosmetic doctor sorry for picking apart singer Troye Sivan's looks on TikTok
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 11:48:19 GMT
The singer hit out at Dr Zayn Khalid Majeed - who says he will try to have a positive impact with his content.
Spanish prosecutors dismiss Julio Iglesias sex assault allegations
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:53:53 GMT
They say Spanish courts do not have the competence to investigate complaints committed overseas by non-residents.
Olivia Dean receives surprise Elton John call on camping trip
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:02:44 GMT
Sir Elton tells Dean "I'm proud of you" as she cooks sausages and beans on a camping stove in Pembrokeshire.
Eight surprise takeaways from the Oscar nominations
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:07:32 GMT
Paul Mescal and Chase Infiniti missed out, while other actors carried their films to a nomination.
Film about Palestinian girl's desperate plea was a 'way to not feel helpless', says director
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:01:05 GMT
Kaouther Ben Hani's Oscar hopeful, The Voice of Hind Rajab, tells the tale of a girl killed in Gaza.
Brooklyn Beckham's wedding DJ speaks about 'awkward' dance
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:10:09 GMT
The groom has said his mother Victoria "danced very inappropriately on me in front of everyone".
Explosive bust-ups, secret relationships and extreme reactions: The Traitors' best moments
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:12:54 GMT
As another series ends, we look back at the most memorable moments from Stephen's facial expressions to Matt's proposition.
Hamnet writer Maggie O'Farrell says Oscar nod 'very surreal'
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 22:27:00 GMT
Hamnet, based on the novel written by Coleraine-born Maggie O'Farrell, picks up eight Oscar nominations.
Anna Wintour and Liz Hurley among mourners at Valentino's funeral
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:47:41 GMT
Fashion and film stars gathered in Rome on Friday for the funeral of the fashion designer Valentino Garavani.
Inquest told actor William Rush found unconscious
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 18:02:21 GMT
The actor from Bury, Greater Manchester, starred in Waterloo Road between 2009 and 2013.
BBC apologises to sacked presenter over homophobic abuse
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 01:23:13 GMT
An internal investigation found there was a case to answer over several incidents raised by former BBC Radio Cornwall presenter Jack Murley.
Class bias should be illegal, culture review says
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:28:54 GMT
More than 50% of respondents to a survey on the creative sector say they experienced class bias.
Oscars 2026: Nominees list in full
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:08:59 GMT
This year's list of Oscar nominees includes One Battle After Another, Sinners and Hamnet.
Exhibition celebrates Beryl Cook in adopted home
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:20:59 GMT
Plymouth hosts an exhibition and sculpture trail of the artist's work.
Beckham v Peltz Beckham: Could Brooklyn torpedo the family brand?
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 22:05:28 GMT
Brooklyn's explosive post about Brand Beckham "has ruptured it from within", one commentator says.
'I was in bed': How British-born actor Delroy Lindo heard about Oscar nomination
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:08:33 GMT
Lindo and his Sinners co-star Wunmi Mosaku are the only two UK actors nominated for an Oscar this year.
