‘I love it’ – Sir Tim Rice performs in Cornwall
World-famous lyricist Sir Tim Rice has set out on a new tour, reflecting on his well-established career in musical theatre. The show, which will be performed at the Hall for…
The stars who turned their backs on Hollywood (and some who returned)
Actress Cate Blanchett has said she wants to quit acting to do other things, joining a long line of big Hollywood stars who gave up the red carpets for a…
The Lady: The decline and fall of the bible of female gentility
The Lady, Britain’s longest-running women’s magazine, has formally announced that it has ceased publication. The magazine is famed for its etiquette advice and adverts for butlers, nannies and discreet liaisons…
Rodent nests found near house where Gene Hackman’s wife died of hantavirus
Nests and some dead rodents were found in outbuildings of the house where Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead. New Mexico Department of Public…
Will Poulter and Kit Connor: We shaved each other’s heads before filming Warfare
The young cast of Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza’s film Warfare had to bond pretty quickly, to play a US military unit whose lives depended on each other, during the…
Chloe Qisha: Rising pop star finding fame at just the right time
When Chloe Qisha was training to be a therapist, she wondered whether her dreams of being a pop star would ever come true. Now, with one of the biggest artists…
Elton celebrates ‘extraordinary’ 10th number one album
Sir Elton John says he is “blown away” after scoring the 10th UK number one album of his career. Who Believes In Angels?, a collaboration with US country star Brandi…
From Dubai to Lidl: How one woman’s pregnancy craving launched a craze
While on holiday in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last week, there was only one mission on my mind – getting my hands on the viral “Dubai chocolate” bar. If…
How ‘deaf rage’ inspired groundbreaking sign language thriller
“Every day, as a deaf person, you’re reminded of your deafness,” says William Mager, writer of new BBC thriller Reunion. These reminders can range from having to face medical appointments…
Spike Island: How The Stone Roses inspired Pulp
Music fans wondering what Pulp would do for an encore have finally got their answer as the Britpop legends announced they would be releasing their first new album for almost…