Bollywood’s Shilpa Shetty cleared of obscenity over Richard Gere kiss
The Bollywood star had faced charges after actor Richard Gere kissed her on a Delhi stage in 2007.
Glasgow School of Art fire: Inquiry unable to find cause
A three-year investigation into the 2018 fire said the cause was “undetermined” because of the damage caused.
Urdd: Actor Matthew Rhys helps group celebrate 100 years
Hollywood actor Matthew Rhys pays tribute to Wales’ largest youth movement on its 100th anniversary.
Blue Boy: Gainsborough painting back on display in London after 100 year absence
The painting has been hung in the National Gallery, 100 years to the day after it moved to the US.
Camp Bestival announces Weston Park line-up
Fat Boy Slim, Rag ‘n’ Bone Man and Becky Hill will headline a “sister” event in Weston Park, Shropshire.
Cardi B awarded over £2m in damages in defamation case win
A court heard the rapper was subjected to a “malicious campaign” by YouTuber Latasha Kebe.
Neil Young wants to quit Spotify over Joe Rogan’s vaccine misinformation
The star protests over vaccine misinformation in Joe Rogan’s podcast, which is hosted by Spotify.
The Beatles and John Lennon memorabilia to be sold as NFTs
John Lennon’s eldest son Julian will keep the physical items as he sells digital versions of them.
Taylor Swift calls out Damon Albarn over songwriting comments
The lead singer of Blur and Gorillaz made the false claim that Swift does not write her own songs.
Bob Dylan sells his master recordings to Sony Music
The deal covers the rights to all of Dylan’s albums, as well as “multiple future new releases”.
The Responder: From police officer to writing a BBC police drama
Tony Schumacher based BBC One’s The Responder on his own struggles while serving in the force.
In pictures: Thierry Mugler’s life and works
Latex, leather and curves – Mugler reinvented the catwalk with his iconic creations
Cardiff’s ‘Mona Lisa’: Repainting begins after McDonald’s ad scrapped
The original artwork, celebrating diversity, was painted over for a McDonald’s advert.
Emmerdale and Coronation Street rescheduled in ITV shake-up
New slots for Coronation Street and Emmerdale are among the changes announced by the network.
James Snyder fired from Broadway Harry Potter play over misconduct claim
James Snyder was first suspended from the show in November following a complaint from a co-star.
Peloton takes another hit from TV heart attack
After a heart attack in Sex and the City remake, Peloton gets an unfavourable portrayal in Billions.
Marvel Secret Invasion: Samuel L Jackson films in Leeds
The Pulp Fiction actor is spotted in the city centre as he reprises his role of super-spy Nick Fury.
Thierry Mugler: French fashion designer dies aged 73
The French designer’s theatrical creations were worn by David Bowie, Beyoncé and Lady Gaga.
Mercedes Gleitze: Film celebrates first woman to swim English Channel
Mercedes Gleitze was the first woman to swim the English Channel, but she kept her fame and accomplishments hidden from her family.
Beach Boys star Brian Wilson looks back at his life in new film
The Beach Boys star, who turns 80 this year, tells the BBC why he decided to make a documentary.
Mystery book sculptures to be auctioned in Edinburgh
Five creations by an anonymous artist are to be sold to raise funds for the Scottish Book Trust.
More and more musicians are releasing their own music: Here’s why
Musicians retaining ownership of their master recordings can get 100% of streaming royalties.
NDAs misused in casting – actors and agents warn
Big US streamers are becoming too sensitive about the secrecy of their projects, industry figures say.
Fans sue Universal Pictures over film without Ana de Armas
The comedy Yesterday has the actress in the trailer, but not the movie itself – to the anger of fans.
Brontë sisters to adorn street names in Thornton house development
The streets will be named in the development in West Yorkshire, where the literary sisters were born.
Gorleston Banksy: Artwork covered up over girl’s death to be moved
The street artist produced the piece while unaware a little girl had died in an accident nearby in 2018.
Dennis Skinner play to chart life of ‘Beast of Bolsover’
The Palace of Varieties is based on the life and times of Labour MP Dennis Skinner.
Arnold Schwarzenegger involved in Los Angeles car crash
The actor-politician was unhurt in the collision, as photos show a large SUV on top of other cars.
Connecting people through music
The World Harmony Orchestra has been providing musical comfort for those who may be lonely throughout the pandemic.
Five slices of Meat Loaf: Iconic moments on the BBC
He’d do anything for fun… Watch our highlights from Meat Loaf’s many BBC appearances over the decades.
