Gamescom: The biggest announcements at the show
Gamers saw this autumn’s biggest new releases, including Call of Duty, Starfield and Assassin’s Creed
Ahsoka: The Mandalorian spin-off on Disney+ divides critics
Disney+ has been under pressure to deliver a hit after losing a record number of subscribers.
British Museum treasures safe, MP insists after thefts
Greece accused of “opportunism” over claims thefts from the museum suggest it is not protecting artefacts.
Dallas and Knots Landing creator David Jacobs dies aged 84
In the 1980s, Jacobs changed the face of US TV with his work on Dallas and its spin-off Knots Landing.
Rolling Stones tease new album with local newspaper advert
The band appear to announce their latest album with an ad for a fictional glass repair company.
Edinburgh Fringe: Can TikTok comedy stars cut it on stage?
They have millions of followers, but can they cut it in front of a crowd at the Edinburgh Fringe?
Doctor Who fan from Hertfordshire achieves Hollywood success
Steven Ricks worked on the Queen biopic and recreated costumes for actors who have played The Doctor.
Actors sign up to Green Rider sustainability pledge: Fewer private jets, more trains
More than 100 actors agree to take fewer private jets and more trains, among other green initiatives.
British Museum bosses first alerted to thefts in 2021
Dealer and buyer Ittai Gradel reported stolen items to the museum two-and-a-half years ago, emails show.
Edinburgh Fringe: Norwich leatherworker Simeon Morris wins award
Simeon Morris’s debut one-man comedy Square Peg explores his “troubled” childhood in Norfolk.
Derby: Joseph Wright works on display in painter’s home city
The paintings by Joseph Wright are on public display for just the fifth time in more than 250 years.
Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato part ways with manager Scooter Braun
The music mogul loses two of his main clients, with reports Justin Bieber is also looking to leave.
Microsoft makes new bid to unblock Call of Duty deal
Firm makes fresh offer to acquire Activision after UK regulators rejected its first bid.
Funniest Fringe jokes from years gone by
The gags which have been named funniest at the Edinburgh fringe over the years.
Channel 4 green lights Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee’s new series
Channel 4 commissions Lisa McGee’s new comedy-thriller How To Get To Heaven From Belfast.
Edinburgh Fringe funniest joke: Lorna Rose Treen’s zookeeper pun
Comedian Lorna Rose Treen’s one-liner tops the public vote at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
The Patch: BBC radio show’s postcode lottery unearths stories in random places
A random postcode generator decides where Polly Weston must go for her BBC Radio 4 series The Patch.
Tracey Emin: Margate’s Westbrook Loggia to be transformed by artist
The famous artist purchases a derelict seafront building in Margate which she hopes to transform.
Mario: Voice of Nintendo mascot Charles Martinet steps down after 27 years
The actor will continue to work with Nintendo as a “Mario ambassador”.
Women’s World Cup final: England v Spain watched by peak BBC TV audience of 12 million
The Women’s World Cup final between England and Spain on Sunday drew a peak audience of 12 million viewers on BBC One.
Stormzy as a mentor gives me the guidance I need, says singer Debbie
Singer-songwriter Debbie met the award-winning rapper last year and has worked closely with him since.
Asake returns to UK for first gig since Brixton crush
Asake hasn’t performed in the UK since two women were killed in a crush at his O2 Academy Brixton gig.
Chris Evans: Radio DJ reveals skin cancer diagnosis
The broadcaster, 57, urged his Virgin Radio listeners to get themselves checked.
Costume maker to the stars undertakes mammoth task
A Hendon family business houses the largest privately owned costume collection in the world.
Tommy Jessop: Line of Duty star tackles Hollywood with his own script
Line of Duty Actor Tommy Jessop takes his script to Hollywood in bid to get leading roles.
British Museum: How easy is it to steal from a museum?
Stolen items from the British Museum spark debate over the safety of the world’s greatest treasures.
Strictly Come Dancing: Amy Dowden speaks about chemotherapy
Amy Dowden is having chemotherapy after being diagnosed with breast cancer in May.
TV presenter Phil Spencer’s parents die in car accident
The Location, Location, Location host says his family is “sad and shocked beyond all belief”.
Ron Cephas Jones, This Is Us star, dies aged 66
The US actor, won two Emmy Awards for his role in the TV series, had long-standing lung problems.
New Brit School North in Bradford gets go-ahead
Plans for a new performing arts school to match its successful London namesake are approved.
