Iran’s Palme d’Or-winning director cheered as he arrives home
Director Jafar Panahi returns to Iran after his Cannes Film Festival win, greeted by cheers and applause. Read more about this story ….
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Lilo and Stitch beat Tom Cruise in box office bonanza
Disney’s Lilo and Stitch remake and the latest Mission: Impossible become two of the year’s biggest films. Read more about this story ….
Radio 1’s Big Weekend: Five takeaways from ‘Scouse Coachella’
Artists and festivalgoers give their takes on the big talking points from Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Liverpool. Read more about this story ….
Lineker says emotional farewell on final Match of the Day
The long-serving host leaves the BBC after apologising for sharing an antisemitic social media post. Read more about this story ….
Fireworks from Sam Fender caps off Saturday at Big Weekend
The Seventeen Going Under singer finishes off a day which saw Ed Sheeran make a surprise appearance. Read more about this story ….
Iranian director speaks out after Cannes triumph
Jafar Panahi uses his Palme d’Or acceptance speech to send a message against the regime’s restrictions. Read more about this story ….
Ed Sheeran thrills with surprise set at Big Weekend
The Shape of You hitmaker played in a packed out New Music Tent at Sefton Park, Liverpool. Read more about this story ….
Kneecap defiant at first major gig since terror charge
The Irish-language hip-hop trio play their biggest ever festival headline slot in south London. Read more about this story ….
Robbery gang guilty of Kim Kardashian heist in Paris
The robbers have been given jail time for stealing millions of dollars’ worth of jewellery belonging to the US celebrity. Read more about this story ….
Tom Grennan lights up Liverpool for Radio 1’s Big Weekend
The Higher hitmaker brought out Ella Henderson, Mel C and KSI as surprise acts to close out day one. Read more about this story ….