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'It's a tie, I'm not joking' - unusual Oscars moment sees two films share award

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:47:47 GMT

The rare but not unprecedented tie saw The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva both win for best short live action film.

Tina Fey, Riz Ahmed and Jamie Dornan named Saturday Night Live UK hosts

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:57:56 GMT

The six-episode series, based on the long-running US variety show, will launch on 21 March.

Key Oscars moments as snubbed Chalamet becomes butt of jokes

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:32:03 GMT

Here's what happened inside the winners room and other insights from the biggest night in Hollywood.

Why the B-52s are trading their Love Shack for Downton Abbey

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:42:18 GMT

The new wave pranksters plan a final visit to the UK, with detours to their favourite TV show sets.

'Babe, they're AI' - Zendaya says it wasn't just fans fooled by fake wedding photos

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:29:29 GMT

The star has spoken about the viral images that appeared to show her marrying partner Tom Holland.

Prince William joins Greg James on Comic Relief bike ride

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:34:38 GMT

The Radio 1 Breakfast host was joined by a special guest on the latest leg of his charity challenge.

Morrissey 'too tired' to perform, and 12 other excuses for cancelled concerts

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:09:00 GMT

From ham sandwiches to cat-induced injuries, here are some of the excuses for gigs being cancelled.

Historic firsts, emotional speeches, and a tie: Watch the top Oscars moments

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:15:43 GMT

One Battle After Another dominated the night with six awards, while Sinners and Frankenstein weren't far behind.

Playing Huw Edwards a challenge on a number of levels - Martin Clunes

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:08:50 GMT

Wuthering Heights star Martin Clunes plays the former BBC newsreader in a new Channel 5 series.

Creed to Sinners: Michael B Jordan's road to Oscars recognition

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:14:54 GMT

The 39-year-old has spent more than two decades acting and picked up the award for best actor at the Oscars.

'Pinch me moment' for optometrist painted by Hockney

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:09:45 GMT

Optometrist Jack Lupton, from Malvern, says seeing his painting in a gallery is "pretty phenomenal".

Government backtracks on AI and copyright after outcry from major artists

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:24:39 GMT

However, the government's position is now unclear, saying it "no longer has a preferred option" for what to do next.

Russell Kane to star in Romeo and Juliet reboot

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:28:26 GMT

Comedian Russell Kane will be treading the boards as part of the New Vic's 40th anniversary year.

From Mr Nobody to Oscar winner: How one man took on Putin

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 01:36:39 GMT

Pavel Talankin's film Mr Nobody Against Putin already won a Bafta, and is now is an Oscar winner.

Oscars 2026: Winners list in full

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:43:48 GMT

Find out which films and stars have won the famous golden statuettes at the ceremony in Los Angeles.

Watch: Sean Penn receives 'Oscar' in Ukraine after skipping US ceremony

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:04:26 GMT

The Academy Award winning US actor won his third Oscar on Sunday, but skipped the ceremony to visit Ukraine.

The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:03:26 GMT

Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.

Maya Jama: 'My dream acting role is to play a monster or villain'

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:59:10 GMT

The Love Island host explains why she is keen to move into acting after joining the cast of The Gentlemen.

And the burger goes to... Michael B Jordan marks Oscars win at In-N-Out

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:41:58 GMT

Hours after winning best actor, Jordan joins an exclusive list of famous faces to celebrate an Oscar victory with a burger.

Jessie Buckley, Michael B Jordan and One Battle After Another reign at Oscars

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:58 GMT

Paul Thomas Anderson's political thriller wins six prizes including best picture and best director.

How to watch the Oscar-winning films

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:19:41 GMT

One Battle After Another, Sinners and Frankenstein were among the winners at Sunday's Academy Awards.

Meet the director nominated for two Oscars for two different films

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:19:59 GMT

Getting nominated once for an Academy Award is a feat but Geeta Gandbhir is nominated twice this year - for two separate films.

Oscars red carpet: Stars and fashion in pictures

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:12:41 GMT

Hollywood's biggest stars turn on the style as they walk the red carpet for the glittering ceremony.

BBC comedy spotlights a romantic dilemma some disabled people face

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:09:39 GMT

Co-creator and star of We Might Regret This, Kyla Harris on delving into issues rarely seen on screen.

Oscars 2026: How are the winners decided?

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:21:33 GMT

Kate Razzle looks at how the winners will be chosen for Sunday night's Oscars, where several cateorgories are too close to call.

KPop Demon Hunters to return as Netflix announces sequel

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 03:15:44 GMT

The sequel brings back the co-directors of the first film, which was a smash-hit for the streaming service.

King hits the DJ decks on city arts venue visit

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:48:42 GMT

The King admits "trying to get a hang of it" while having a go at being a DJ during a visit to Manchester.

Did Louis Theroux's manosphere documentary change anyone's mind?

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:37:08 GMT

A group of young men and others who keep track of the online space say if they think the documentary will have an impact.

Len Deighton obituary: How a cookery cartoonist became a master spy writer

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:48:29 GMT

Best-selling spy author whose workaday secret agents were a world away from the glamour of James Bond.

Dune releases new trailer as it gears up for box office battle with Avengers

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:33:50 GMT

The final part of the sci-fi trilogy is set to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the year.

Actress says being cast as Regina George is 'monumental'

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:25:17 GMT

Vivian Panka is the first black actress to play the character full-time in in the UK production of Mean Girls.

BBC urges court to dismiss Trump Panorama lawsuit

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:02:23 GMT

The US president is suing for defamation over the way Panorama spliced together parts of a speech he made.

Blackpool, Ipswich, Milton Keynes among nine finalists for UK City of Culture 2029

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:03:34 GMT

The nine-strong longlist of cities will receive a £60,000 boost of funding to develop a full bid plan.

'Hate-watch classic' War of the Worlds sweeps Razzie Awards

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 04:34:30 GMT

Ice Cube's alien invasion adaptation receives five Razzies, which go to the year's worst movies.

Watch: Timothée Chalamet, Michael B Jordan turn heads on Oscars red carpet

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:30:53 GMT

Hollywood’s biggest stars turned heads on the red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards

Claudia Winkleman's new chat show splits critics

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:49:09 GMT

Jeff Goldblum, Vanessa Williams, Jennifer Saunders and Tom Allen starred in the inaugural episode.

Michael Sheen to replace Richard Osman as House of Games quiz show host

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:58:00 GMT

He will replace Richard Osman, who has presented House Of Games for the last nine years.

'I imagine they had a healthy sex life early on' - Jones and Grant in Austen-inspired drama

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:50:48 GMT

Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant star in new BBC comedy drama The Other Bennet Sister