Sly Stone: A funky life – in pictures
The singer and front man of Sly and the Family Stone was known for his big style and even bigger hair. Read more about this story ….
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Jurors in Harvey Weinstein trial reportedly fighting among themselves
The foreperson also says some jurors are considering allegations outside of the realm of the case in their deliberations. Read more about this story ….
Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni’s $400m defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively
They had been locked in a legal battle since Lively sued Baldoni over their film, It Ends with Us. Read more about this story ….
Snook and Scherzinger win top prizes at Tony Awards
The event, hosted by Cynthia Erivo, celebrates the best in US theatre, and particularly Broadway. Read more about this story ….
Brit Awards to leave London for Manchester after 48 years
Next year’s Brits are to be held at Co-op Live in Manchester. Read more about this story ….
It’s the Race Across The World finale, and Love Island is back: What’s coming up this week
Ed Sheeran is also on the Louis Theroux podcast this week, and it’s the finale of I Kissed a Boy. Read more about this story ….
EastEnders star suspended over ‘unacceptable’ language
The BBC said his language was “entirely unacceptable and in no way reflects the values or standards we hold”. Read more about this story ….
Dawn French says sorry for posting ‘one-sided’ Gaza video
The video sparked a backlash with critics accusing her of appearing to “mock” the 7 October 2023 attack. Read more about this story ….
Rod Stewart cancels US gigs ahead of Glastonbury
The 80-year-old ‘Maggie May’ singer says he’s devastated to scrap the shows as he recovers from the flu. Read more about this story ….
Diddy’s ex-girlfriend testifies about pressure to participate in ‘hotel nights’
“Jane” testified about her “love contract” with Sean “Diddy” Combs and feeling pressure to continue with the sexual encounters. Read more about this story ….