The stars who turned their backs on Hollywood (and some who returned)
As Cate Blanchett considers giving up acting, we take a look at other stars who quit the profession. Read more about this story ….
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Big drop in plays staged by theatres over past decade
The number of plays and musicals staged by the UK’s main subsidised theatres is down by almost a third. Read more about this story ….
Katy Perry set for space with all-women crew on Blue Origin rocket
Six women—including pop star Katy Perry—are set to blast off into space as part of an all-women suborbital mission Read more about this story ….
Will Saturday Night Live spin-off make Britain laugh?
A planned UK version of the legendary US comedy show is described as a “difficult proposition”. Read more about this story ….
Elton celebrates ‘extraordinary’ 10th number one album
The star says he’s “blown away” to top the UK album chart, 52 years after he first achieved the feat. Read more about this story ….
Will Poulter and Kit Connor: We shaved each other’s heads before filming Warfare
The cast of Alex Garland’s film Warfare on how a tough bootcamp taught them to play a US army unit. Read more about this story ….
MPs call for streaming levy to help UK TV industry
A CMS committee report warns of the need to safeguard “culturally distinct British productions”. Read more about this story ….
Listen: Greatest Hits Of Music – 13th April 2025
Click the links below to hear James Ross play 2 hours of hits from the last five decades, and from around the world. In the mix this week we’ve the latest from Ed Sheeran (photo), Elton John & Brandi Carlile,…
Astro Bot dominates Bafta Games Awards with five wins
Sony’s 3D platformer scoops five trophies in total at the London ceremony, with Balatro winning best debut. Read more about this story ….
Madonna and Elton John bury hatchet after lip-sync feud
Madonna said the pair had reconciled after she went to “confront” Sir Elton following a performance of his new songs on Saturday Night Live. Read more about this story ….