BBC News

BBC News - Culture

Lauryn Hill, Wyclef and Giggs among surprise guests at Jay-Z's long-awaited UK show

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 01:53:45 GMT

The US rapper rolled back the years for more than two hours at the first of his two shows in London.

'Gromit was nearly a cat!': Secrets from 50 years of Aardman

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:34:18 GMT

Aardman turns 50 with stories of cat-like Gromit, silent Shaun and Chicken Run's Oscar legacy.

Recipe for success - the Chicken Shop Date moments that created a YouTube star

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:14:08 GMT

After more than 10 years, Amelia Dimoldenberg announced Chicken Shop Date was shutting up shop.

Ariana Grande makes emotional tour exit and steps back from public life

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:41:05 GMT

The star makes an emotional farewell as she wraps up a tour she's described as her "last hurrah".

Pulp top the bill at 20th End of the Road Festival

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:29:22 GMT

The End Of The Road Festival near Blandford Forum sees a packed event with 15,000 visitors.

Liam Gallagher's tambourine grin and Charli XCX says bye to Brat - Music Photography Awards 2026 shortlist

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 23:01:22 GMT

Nominees for the Abbey Road awards captured some of the past year's best moments in music.

What famous scenes are in the epic Bayeux Tapestry?

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:40:57 GMT

The 70m (230ft) tapestry, which tells the story of the Norman Conquest and the Battle of Hastings in 1066, will be on display the British Museum.

John Bishop cancels shows after motorbike accident with Tim Peake

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:07:29 GMT

A live comedy gig is cancelled as well as Bishop taking part in Sir Chris Hoy's charity bike ride.

Russell Howard 'devastated' after his baby son died shortly after birth

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:26:32 GMT

The comedian says his son Felix died earlier this year shortly after his wife Cerys had given birth.

Girl group Katseye are missing two members, but their tour still dazzles

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:19:53 GMT

Reduced but resilient, girl group Katseye received a hero's welcome in London.

Natalie Imbruglia on her worst audition: 'I remember feeling icky'

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:22:07 GMT

The pop star talks about new music, stage fright, conspiracy theories and awkward auditions.

TV presenter among 12 sentenced to death in Egypt drugs case

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:05:22 GMT

Sarah Khalifa is best known for her TV programme Mission Impossible which dealt with crime issues.

Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger review - emotional documentary glosses over the hard stuff

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:43:11 GMT

The film captures the euphoria of Oasis' comeback, but fails to explore the story of their reunion.

Boy band star swaps stage for racecourse

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 05:37:55 GMT

JJ Hamblett is taking part in a charity horse race at Doncaster Racecourse on 11 September.

Charli XCX electrifies Reading Festival with era-spanning set

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:34:34 GMT

The British singer and Irish rock band Fontaines DC both headlined the first night of Reading for 2026.

What we know after the big Grand Theft Auto 6 preview

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:04:11 GMT

The official look at the blockbuster video game leaves fans and critics impressed.

New Inbetweeners film confirmed by Netflix as lead stars return

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:03:33 GMT

Netflix has confirmed the original stars of the coming-of-age sitcom are set to reprise their roles for the film.

In the studio with Kasabian: 'We never thought we'd see success again'

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:56:25 GMT

The rock band invite us into the studio to talk about the unexpected "third act" of their career.

The Grand Tour's new presenters: 'I hope we prove the critics wrong'

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:32:09 GMT

A new trio has taken the wheel of the motoring TV show from Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May.

Andrew Scott feels the Pressure as 'unsung hero' in WW2 thriller

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 01:31:41 GMT

The actor reveals how he approached playing James Stagg, the "chilly" meteorologist key to D-Day's success.

BBC News presenter reveals she has blood cancer

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:00:36 GMT

Maryam Moshiri tells the BBC she wanted to reveal her diagnosis to raise awareness about the cancer.

Man About the House star Richard O'Sullivan dies aged 82

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:59:36 GMT

His biggest roles included Robin Tripp in 70s TV sitcoms Man About the House and Robin's Nest.

Jorja Smith, Chase & Status and Sam Smith to head up Radio 1's Live Lounge month

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:59:24 GMT

Jorja Smith, Rachel Chinouriri and Blossoms also among artists set to take to the studio next month.

The next James Bond: The (00)7 questions fans want answered

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:06:10 GMT

Speculation has been building recently that an announcement about Daniel Craig's successor could be close.

Why Munya Chawawa is 'jumping ship' from socials to Shakespeare

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:13:09 GMT

The comedian is making his stage acting debut and says he wants to move away from social content.

Jacob Elordi on why The Dog Stars had him asking 'What am I missing' in life?

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:44:07 GMT

Sir Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic epic explores the feeling of hope in a pandemic-riddled world.

This actor was told he had Alzheimer's, now he's performing a one-man show

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:47:54 GMT

Peter Marinker is taking on one of Samuel Beckett's most famous plays alone on a London stage.

How Victoria Beckham turned her fashion firm around and made it profitable

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:24:06 GMT

The pop star formerly known as Posh Spice has taken nearly two decades to turn a profit.

How Oasis fans cracked the Celtic Park gigs code in chip shop video

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:06:37 GMT

Internet sleuths spotted sets of numbers in posters suggesting the map co-ordinates for Celtic's Parkhead stadium in Glasgow.