Olivia Dean nominated and Lily Allen snubbed in Mercury Prize list
This year’s best album shortlist includes several returning nominees – but Lily Allen misses out. Read more about this story ….
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Salman Rushdie attacker convicted of terror offences
Hadi Matar, 28, was convicted of attempting to help Hezbollah by attacking the British-Indian author. Read more about this story ….
Zendaya on working with Tom Holland in Spider-Man: ‘When you’re best friends it’s easy’
The couple walked the white carpet at the London premiere of their latest film, Spiderman: Brand New Day. Read more about this story ….
BTS withdraw from Grammys, a month after Asian pop prize introduced
All seven members of the band post a statement online, saying they will boycott the 2027 ceremony. Read more about this story ….
Amelia Dimoldenberg: I wouldn’t invite Andy Burnham on Chicken Shop Date – but I’d love a chat
The YouTube star on helping young creatives, and who she wants (and doesn’t want) on her show. Read more about this story ….
Four women accuse Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct when they were teenagers
The actor and musician faces allegations from 10 women in total who say he mistreated them as teenagers. Read more about this story ….
Odyssey translator writes scathing review of Nolan film adaptation
The film has won rave reviews from film critics but a translator of Homer’s work was less than impressed. Read more about this story ….
Naga Munchetty to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years
The BBC One show’s co-host will swap the TV sofa for the presenter’s chair on Radio 5 Live Breakfast. Read more about this story ….
Ariana Grande sues hackers who leaked music and videos
The pop star is suing to discover the identity of hackers who obtained unreleased photos and songs. Read more about this story ….
TV presenter and comedian Bill Oddie dies at 85
His agent pays tribute to the “multi-talented” broadcaster, comedian and conservationist. Read more about this story ….