Comedy venues in UK face closure crisis, survey finds
Survey finds 77% of UK comedy venues face closure within a year without financial support, as industry calls for inclusion in emergency arts fund.
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Finding Harmony: A King’s Vision review – Charles’s climate film is a fawning, trippy mess
Amazon's King Charles documentary is a fawning, uncritical profile that argues he was right about climate change, but includes trippy ideas and ignores controversies.
Chris Evans Launches Dream Virgin Radio Breakfast Show
Chris Evans launches new Virgin Radio breakfast show with live music and celebrity guests, marking his return to commercial radio.
Mammoth Series Two Review: Subversive Sitcom Returns with Deadpan Humour
Mike Bubbins returns as Tony Mammoth in series two of this deadpan sitcom, skewering modern life with 1970s values.
Trump Vetoed SNL Sketches to Protect Poll Ratings
Donald Trump vetoed SNL sketches to protect poll ratings, calling them 'too risqué'. The appearance drew protests and poor reviews.
Meghan Markle Snubbed: Not Invited to Taylor Swift Wedding
Meghan Markle has been dealt a major blow after reportedly being excluded from Taylor Swift's wedding guest list, despite being 'desperate' for an invitation.
Juliet Ace, BBC Radio 4 Presenter and Archers Star, Dies at 87
Juliet Ace, original EastEnders writer and prolific radio playwright, dies at 87. Known for The Archers and her final play Moving the Goalposts.
Brawls, Blackmail and Judi Dench: 75 Staggering Moments from 75 Years of The Archers
Radio 4's The Archers marks 75 years with a look back at 75 staggering moments, from Grace's death to Judi Dench's cameo.
Loose Women Viewers Left Stunned After Naked Man Appears Live On Air
A naked man appeared briefly on Loose Women during a live broadcast, surprising viewers.
Harry Hill Says TV Burp Would Be Cancelled Now
Harry Hill reveals TV Burp stress led to paranoia and says the show would be cancelled if aired today, criticising modern TV for lacking risk.
SNL UK Review: Tina Fey Hosts with Hits, Misses, and a Bang-On Princess Diana Impression
Tina Fey hosts SNL UK debut with hits and misses, including a standout Princess Diana impression. The show faces challenges but shows promise.
BBC’s Today programme faces criticism over content and balance
Long-time listener Francis Bown criticises BBC's Today programme for pop music items and lack of balance in discussions, urging corrections.
Diversity Stars Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely Quit Kiss Radio
Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely, Diversity dancers, quit as Kiss breakfast hosts after 18 months, citing natural career progression.
Zoe Ball Loses 780,000 Listeners from BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show
Zoe Ball loses 780,000 listeners from BBC Radio 2 breakfast show; Ken Bruce becomes most popular UK radio programme.
Meet Clarkson's Farm Star Charlie Ireland's Partner
Charlie Ireland, the popular agricultural adviser from Clarkson's Farm, has been with his partner Catherine for 22 years. The couple met at university and have two teenage sons.
Gerald Cooper and Kaleb Cooper: Are They Related? Clarkson's Farm
Find out if Gerald Cooper and Kaleb Cooper from Clarkson's Farm are related. Learn about Gerald's role, health, and more in this detailed article.
BBC Postpones Mandy Christmas Special to 2026
BBC postpones Mandy Christmas special 'The Mandy Who Knew Too Much' to 2026 for revisions, sparking viewer speculation.
Watch Take That Circus Tour Live Stream at Home This Weekend
Take That will live-stream their Manchester concert on June 20, 2026 via Amazon Music. Learn how to watch the Circus Tour from home and buy tickets.
Rolling Stones Podcast Reveals Fairies in Studio
The Rolling Stones launch a six-part podcast series 'Speaking In Tongues' featuring Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood, discussing their new album 'Foreign Tongues' and the creative process.
Riki Lindhome's Dead Inside: A Gobsmacking Comedy About Fertility
Riki Lindhome's Dead Inside at Soho Theatre is a witty, bittersweet musical comedy about her fertility journey, covering IVF, adoption and surrogacy.
Chevy Chase Makes Rare Public Appearance at Documentary Premiere
Chevy Chase, 82, makes rare public appearance at documentary premiere in Fort Lauderdale, receives Lifetime Achievement Award.
John Boyega to feature in BBC documentary on Damilola Taylor's death
John Boyega appears in BBC documentary about childhood friend Damilola Taylor's stabbing death, exploring knife crime impact.
Dark Meaning Behind Chicken Crossed The Road Joke Stuns
Author Kate Lister's revelation that 'the other side' in the chicken joke may mean the afterlife sparks online debate.
Ken Bruce Addresses Radio 2 Ratings Drop After Departure
Ken Bruce comments on Radio 2's ratings drop after his move to Greatest Hits Radio, citing ageism and listener exodus.
Blossoms Announce Biggest UK Arena Tour Including Manchester Gig
Stockport band Blossoms have announced their biggest UK arena headline tour to date, including a homecoming show at Manchester's Co-op Live. Tickets go on sale soon.
Nina Warhurst Responds to Concerns About Her Eye
BBC News at One presenter Nina Warhurst reassured viewers after concerns about her asymmetrical makeup. She explained her eye needed a break from cosmetics on pharmacist advice.
Man Admits Racially Abusing Ex-BBC Radio 5 Live Presenter Outside Altrincham Pub
Graham Groves, 60, pleaded guilty to racially abusing Nihal Arthanayake outside an Altrincham pub in April 2023.
Bradford's Little Germany Serves as Key Filming Hub for Peaky Blinders Film
Bradford's Little Germany district was a key filming location for Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, standing in for bomb-damaged Birmingham.
Ken Bruce Urges Radio 2 to Stop Trying to Be 'Cool' as Listeners Drop
Ken Bruce urges Radio 2 to stop trying to be 'cool' as listeners drop, criticises Taylor Swift songs, and sees success at Greatest Hits Radio.
Ruby Wax Opens Up About Princess Diana Friendship and Depression in New BBC Series
Ruby Wax revisits her celebrity interviews in a new BBC series, sharing memories of Princess Diana and discussing her own battle with depression.
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