From peace talks to Popes: The Oscar-tipped editing of Conclave
As a young boy, film editor Nick Emerson’s fascination with 1970s American political thrillers, and watching the unfolding peace talks in Northern Ireland, set him on a path that would…
Samantha Mumba criticises Irish Eurovision judges
A member of the judging panel in Ireland’s Eurosong competition has defended it against criticism from the runner-up. The well-known Irish singer Samantha Mumba, who came second with her track…
Nick Robinson’s X account hacked to promote crypto
BBC journalist Nick Robinson says his X account was hacked and used to promote cryptocurrency after he was apparently targeted in an online phishing scam. The Today programme presenter became…
Peter Kay defends ejecting ‘disruptive’ hecklers
Peter Kay has said he had “no choice” but to ask security to eject two hecklers at his show on Saturday because their “repeated disruptions” made it “impossible to continue”.…
It’s the Beast Games finale, and Bridget Jones is back: What to watch this week
Bring on the granny pants and awkward moments, because beloved singleton Bridget Jones is back on our screens on Thursday. But that’s not all the week has in store. It’s…
Gino D’Acampo’s ITV shows removed from schedule
Gino D’Acampo’s upcoming shows have been removed from ITV’s schedule, after the celebrity chef was accused of inappropriate and intimidating behaviour on set. Friday night’s ITV2 episode of Family Fortunes…
New allegations Diddy sexually assaulted minor in nightclub
New allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs have surfaced, with a man accusing the imprisoned rapper of drugging and raping him in a New York nightclub in 2012. According to a…
Amandaland the mother of all comedies, say critics
Amandaland, the new BBC series which is a spin-off from the popular sitcom Motherland, has received a rapturous response from critics. The show sees Lucy Punch reprise her role as…
Conductor Barenboim reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis
One of the world’s most pre-eminent conductors, Daniel Barenboim, has announced he has Parkinson’s Disease. The 82-year-old has served as music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin State…
Coogan spared lengthy driving ban to film The Trip
Steve Coogan has been banned for driving for two months instead of six, after telling the judge that a lengthier ban would impact the filming of his popular TV comedy…