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James Corden names 'very, very, very bad' Gavin and Stacey episode

The plot involved a phone call-related misunderstanding between the titular characters.

Badenoch 'flattered' by Thatcher comparison from Nicki Minaj

Badenoch says she is a fan of the Trinidad and Tobago-born rapper's song Starship after being endorsed by her.

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Belle and Sebastian write Scotland anthem after dramatic World Cup qualifier

Self-deprecating It Only Takes One Lion is partly inspired by team’s current song, Yes Sir, I Can BoogieThe lyrics came to Stuart Murdoch in the hazy aftermath of Scotland’s dramatic qualification for...

Drake: Iceman / Maid of Honour / Habibti review – triple-album comeback is a boring, bloated disaster

(OVO/Republic)It’s possible that the world’s biggest rapper is using this epic content drop to get out of his record deal, but aside from some bright spots on Iceman, should the public really be subje...

Beckhams become billionaires as Oasis make rich list for first time

The list is based off the paper's estimates of the minimum wealth of Britain’s 350 richest people or families.

Drake gets personal with surprise three-album drop after Kendrick beef

These are the first albums the Canadian rapper has dropped since his beef with Kendrick Lamar escalated in 2024.

Olly Murs in tears as he completes endurance feat

He crossed the finish line at the London Stadium in Stratford after covering about 250 miles.

Tributes to Gogglebox star who died after illness

A tribute to Ken Harwood is expected to feature in an episode of the Channel 4 show later.

Harry and Meghan to produce Afghan war film for Netflix

The couple's production company will make a film based on a true story of British troops under siege.

‘I haven’t had a loo break since 2009!’ The truth about Eurovision – as told by its biggest icons

How did Lordi sing in a giant condom? How many sex lives has Epic Sax Guy helped? And what will push Graham Norton to retire? As Eurovision hits 70, legends of the song contest spill the beansNot many...

What reaction to the new Spotify logo can teach us about online debate

The disco ball look has divided opinion on the socials

Why is Ireland not taking part in this year's Eurovision?

Ireland's boycott is the latest in a series of moves that has seen the country at odds with Israel over its war in Gaza.

Who will host next if Australia wins Eurovision?

Australia would have to nominate a European country to host on it's behalf.

Add to playlist: Rian Brazil’s Björk-beloved sounds of Brighton youth and the week’s best new tracks

The earworm wizard blends sample-heavy electronic beats with sugary vocal highs and bassy lows, giving authentic voice to England’s fringesFrom London via BrightonRecommended if you like Jawnino, Fake...

Search for new James Bond officially kicks off - who could be in the running?

Callum Turner, Jacob Elordi and Harris Dickinson are among the frontrunners to replace Daniel Craig.

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It's time for the Eurovision grand final - here's what you need to know

Eurovision 2026 is taking place in Vienna after Austrian singer JJ won the 2025 event.

Dua Saleh: Of Earth and Wires review – ambitious confrontation of global catastrophe is surprisingly cautious

(Ghostly International)While the first track is a scorching mix of poetry, rap, falsetto vocals and acoustic guitar, elsewhere the Sudanese-American’s second album feels a little underbakedSpoken-word...

Marisa Anderson: The Anthology of UnAmerican Folk Music review – Harry Smith’s archives light up again

(Thrill Jockey)The US guitarist excavates the outer reaches of the famed collector’s work, pointedly – and beautifully – reinterpreting songs from nations touched by major US conflictsBehind this gorg...

‘I had to start living for me’: Suzette Charles on winning Miss America, confronting Bill Cosby and releasing her debut album 33 years late

From late-night calls with Stevie Wonder to tours with Frank Sinatra, the US singer seemed primed for pop success – so what caused her to hide from the public for decades? Finally back in the spotligh...

‘We’re catalysts of the new plague’ – from the archive, Patti Smith interviewed in 1976

15 May 1976: Robin Denselow meets New York’s latest sensation as she prepares for her first British concertShe was sitting in a hotel in Notting Hill Gate, talking about her favourite subject. She was...