O2 Academy Brixton crush: Claims of not enough medical cover
The number of medical staff working at the O2 Academy Brixton did not match industry recommendations.
David Bowie’s ‘rich and powerful’ archive to be made public in new venue
The V&A museum has acquired more than 80,000 letters, photographs and costumes from the rock icon.
Florida TV journalist and child shot dead at scene of earlier murder
Dylan Lyons is named as the journalist killed while reporting the fatal shooting of a woman in Orlando.
Uproar as Fox host Tucker Carlson gets Capitol riot videos
Democrats say the Speaker’s decision to give Tucker Carlson the footage is an “egregious security breach”.
Rapper Nipsey Hussle’s killer Eric R Holder Jr gets 60 years in prison
Eric R. Holder, Jr. receives 60 years to life for the murder of the Grammy-nominated rapper in LA.
Harry Styles downed a ‘shoey’ – a divisive Australian trend
Australians have mixed feelings on the shoey – the stunt of drinking from a used shoe in celebration.
From the Baftas red carpet to the Turkey earthquake zone in 24 hours
Cameraman Rob Taylor, 25, went from the glamour of the red carpet to the devastation in Turkey.
Dynasty star Stephanie Beacham struggled to learn lines after ‘terrifying’ raid
Stephanie Beacham says she no longer feels safe in her home after being threatened during a break-in.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dismiss South Park lawsuit rumour
A spokesperson for the royal couple reportedly said claims of a lawsuit are “totally baseless” and “boring”.
Aardman animation teaches UK school kids about child refugees
The four minute film is made by the studio behind Wallace and Gromit and will be shown in schools.
Tommy Fury v Jake Paul: Boxer says Molly-Mae deserves more credit
The boxer says he’s been busy training for his fight with Jake Paul since Molly-Mae had their baby.
JK Rowling dismisses backlash over trans comments: ‘I don’t care about my legacy’
The author says she isn’t worried about how the backlash over her views will affect her legacy.
Eurovision 2023: Hosts include Graham Norton and Ted Lasso’s Hannah Waddingham
The Emmy-award winner will be joined in Liverpool by Graham Norton, Julia Sanina and Alesha Dixon.
BBC India: MPs call Delhi and Mumbai searches ‘intimidation’
BBC premises in Delhi and Mumbai were searched by tax authorities last week.
PS VR2: Sony’s next attempt to make virtual reality gaming mainstream
PlayStation has released its updated virtual reality headset for the PS5.
Oldham Coliseum: Maxine Peake leads battle for theatre
The actress says Oldham Coliseum, threatened with closure, is the “heart” of the town.
Singer Jully Black explains her change to Canada’s national anthem
The singer tells the BBC why her small change to O Canada’s lyrics has gained so much attention.
Why singer Jully Black changed one word in Canada’s national anthem
Singer Jully Black has gotten a lot of reaction for her rendition of O Canada at an NBA game.
Microsoft defends $69bn Activision deal
Opponents, including Sony, challenged the proposal at an EU hearing held behind closed doors.
London Fashion Week: The styles and stars in pictures
Designers like Julien Macdonald and Christopher Kane drew crowds and celebrity-filled front rows.
Nicola Bulley: Ofcom ‘extremely concerned’ by family media complaints
The broadcasting regulator writes to ITV and Sky News “to ask them to explain their actions”.
Maggie Rogers notices more fans having panic attacks at her gigs
Maggie Rogers thinks it’s down to people being away from crowds for so long because of Covid.
Met officers admit sharing offensive messages about Harvey Price
Current and former Met Police officers admit sharing offensive content in a WhatsApp group.
Should the language in Roald Dahl’s books be changed?
People in Roald Dahl Plass in Cardiff Bay gave their views on the changes to the author’s works.
Hamilton to kick off first UK tour in Manchester
The musical will take over Manchester’s Palace Theatre for 15 weeks before touring around the UK.
Reece Parkinson to leave BBC Radio 1Xtra and Lady Leshurr replaced
Lady Leshurr, who’s waiting to go on trial accused of attacking her ex, is also being replaced.
Rowdy Clacton theatre-goers prompt staff conflict training consideration
Clacton theatre is considering conflict management training for staff amid rising cases of abuse.
Gambling: Government expected to tighten regulation on sector
A forthcoming government white paper on gambling is expected to tighten regulation in the sector.
Joseph Fiennes to star as England manager Gareth Southgate at National Theatre
Joseph Fiennes will star in a National Theatre drama about Gareth Southgate’s “gentle revolution”.
Alec Baldwin firearm enhancement in manslaughter charge downgraded
New Mexico prosecutors drop firearm enhancement charges, lowering a potential prison sentence.
