2026 will have some of the best TV in years – here are the highlights
We look ahead to 18 notable shows and events to look out for in 2026, from drama to sport. Read more about this story ….
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French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91
The actress was a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s but became increasingly controversial after making homophobic and racist slurs. Read more about this story ….
Film lookahead: 20 highlights to watch out for in 2026
We look ahead to 20 notable films to watch for in 2026, from Oscar hopefuls to potential blockbusters. Read more about this story ….
Beyoncé, Labubu and Sydney Sweeney’s jeans: 15 viral moments that defined 2025
Dubai chocolate, Adolescence and the parodied Jet2 advert were some of the other most talked about moments. Read more about this story ….
The Cure guitarist Perry Bamonte dies aged 65
The band says the musician died “after a short illness at home over Christmas”. Read more about this story ….
The King’s message tops Christmas Day TV ratings
Nearly 7m people tuned in on the BBC, ITV, Sky News and GB News to watch King Charles deliver his annual broadcast. Read more about this story ….
12 books you need to read in 2026
Fictional gems, debut thillers, cracking biographies and everything in between. Read more about this story ….
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman to present Strictly for last time
The pair will oversee the Strictly Christmas Special on Thursday, before bowing out from the show. Read more about this story ….
Someone thought I was actually the woman from Baby Reindeer and screamed in my face, says actress
Actress Jessica Gunning says she is sometimes stopped and occasionally confused with her character. Read more about this story ….
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. Read more about this story ….