Gregg Wallace discontinues data claim against BBC
Court documents state the claim against the BBC and BBC Studios has been “discontinued”. Read more about this story ….
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Olivia Dean’s radiant show warms Manchester up for the Brits
The star, nominated for five prizes at the Brits, plays a low-key gig to get Manchester in the mood. Read more about this story ….
Paramount set for $111bn Warner Bros takeover after Netflix drops bid
Netflix’s decision to back down from the bidding war clears the path for Paramount to win the takeover battle. Read more about this story ….
BBC broadcast of racial slur at Baftas unacceptable, says Nandy
The broadcast of a racial slur at the Bafta Film Awards was “completely unacceptable and harmful”, the culture secretary says. Read more about this story ….
Eve Myles inspired by detective who solved 30-year cold case in new role
The crime drama is partly based on a cold case investigation into the murder of a 17-year-old girl. Read more about this story ….
Phil Collins, Pink and Shakira nominated for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Jeff Buckley, Lauryn Hill, Pink, Shakira and Mariah Carey are also among the 17 nominees this year. Read more about this story ….
Martin Short’s daughter Katherine dies at 42
The actor says his daughter “will be remembered for the light and joy she brought into the world”. Read more about this story ….
Louvre museum director resigns months after high-profile heist
Laurence des Carrs submitted her resignation to President Emmanel Macron, who said it was “an act of responsibility”. Read more about this story ….
Rose Wylie: The 91-year-old art world rebel in her prime
The artist is the first female British painter to have a solo show in the main galleries of the Royal Academy. Read more about this story ….
Robert Carradine, Lizzie Maguire and Revenge of the Nerds star, dies aged 71
His family says the actor took his own life after living with bipolar disorder for nearly two decades. Read more about this story ….