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Sex, love and immortality: Behind the obsession with vampires

Mark Gatiss, from BBC’s Dracula, and Rolin Jones, from Interview with the Vampire, on why vampires are so popular. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fv35rYl

Adidas ends 'fight' with Kanye West over antisemitism

The two collaborated on the Yeezy collection but cut ties due to the rapper's controversial comments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CJQH5PY

Recording console used by Beatles and found in skip up for auction

A Hertfordshire father and son have been able to restore the console used on the Beatles' last album. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3KrgnPw

Teri Garr, Young Frankenstein and Tootsie star, dies at 79

The Oscar-nominated actress died of multiple sclerosis after battling the autoimmune disease for more than 20 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i5mfKSr

Michael Parkinson's son defends new AI podcast

An AI version of the chat show host, who died last year, will interview guests in an eight-part series. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PxN2qmO

Tourists flock to street used as a film set - and Airbnb row is 'final straw'

And the street in London isn't the only place in the UK that has seen an influx of film fans either from BBC News https://ift.tt/LvOVpdg

Bob's Burger actor gets year in prison for US Capitol riots

Jay Johnston, a Hollywood actor, is one of the most high-profile people to be jailed for involvement in the 6 January 2021 riot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2zeacYQ

Amy Dowden to miss Saturday's Strictly show

Lauren Oakley will step in to partner with JB Gill for this Saturday's show after Dowden fell ill. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0gfp7Hw

Grateful Dead co-founder Phil Lesh dies aged 84

The leading member of the US rock group passed away peacefully, his official Instagram account says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yHKqRpD

US rapper Lil Durk arrested over murder-for-hire plot

Durk is allegedly implicated in a 2022 shooting that killed the cousin of rival rapper Quando Rondo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k34T6bp

Raye's songwriting books for new album stolen

The singer's car was stolen and contained books in which she'd written songs for her second album. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lxUR6Oa

Tearful Adele hugs Celine Dion at Las Vegas show

Fans could be heard clapping and cheering as the two icons met at Caesars Palace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m3cPAU7

Mescal cast in Gladiator II after '30-minute Zoom call'

The Irish actor stars in director Ridley Scott's sequel to 2000's Gladiator, released next month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yEN3XYh

Springsteen: I rarely see my bandmates - we've seen each other enough

The rock star on touring, his wife's cancer diagnosis and why he'll play "until the wheels come off". from BBC News https://ift.tt/6Fg2Tdx

Kate Bush reveals plans to make new music

The singer shied away from the spotlight in recent years and has not released a new album since 2011. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L5lzA83

The battle for metal bands to get into gaming

Gaming and heavy metal have a long relationship, but top bands say it's hard to find a way in to the industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JcutsYl

How to watch this year's awards-tipped films

As the Oscars race stars to take shape, here's the ABC (Anora, Blitz, Conclave) of films to watch. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Ln4cBR

Beechgrove Garden presenter Jim McColl dies aged 89

The BBC's longest-serving gardening presenter was a favourite with audiences for 41 years before retiring in 2019. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bsinhJ1

The battle for metal bands to get into gaming

Gaming and heavy metal have a long relationship, but top bands say it's hard to find a way in to the industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ys13f0m

Liam Payne's death prompts music industry soul searching

Is duty of care to musicians, particularly young artists, being addressed in the music industry? from BBC News https://ift.tt/U98ODXN

Idris Elba: Why I'm planning a move to Africa

The British star is backing film projects across the continent and wants to be closer to the action. from BBC News https://ift.tt/59wpItc

Derry Girls creator hits out at ITV over AI plans

The broadcaster has posted a job ad for someone to use AI to "shape the future of content creation". from BBC News https://ift.tt/DlQjcbq

Jeff Lynne's ELO to call time with farewell show

The show will take place in London on 13 July, 55 years after the original band formed in Birmingham. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dY8iZI1

महाराष्ट्र महाविकास अघाड़ी आज सीट शेयरिंग फाइनल करेगा:सभी 288 विधानसभा सीटों पर फैसले के लिए बैठक; संजय राउत बोले- 210 सीटों पर सहमति बन चुकी

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'It got a little bit toxic': Liam Payne's hidden battles with fame

Liam Payne, who died on Wednesday aged 31, was thrust into global stardom as a 16-year-old. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ajGrYnN

'We want to find new voices' - Naomi Scott

The actor launches a fund to help young working class students into drama school. from BBC News https://ift.tt/txKv5bk

Liam Payne's dad greets fans as Cheryl pays tribute

The Girls Aloud singer shares a seven-year-old son, called Bear, with the One Direction star. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1O7G6Nc

Elton John returns to stage at Dua Lipa show

It was Sir Elton's first stage appearance since ending his farewell tour and since his eye problems. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jr8m3So

Angelina Jolie 'spellbinding' as opera star Callas

The actress plays the lead role in Pablo Larraín's Maria, which could place her in the Oscars race. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ylKOfdi

Daniel Craig's new film 'smug' but 'beautiful'

The former James Bond star plays a gay man in 1950s Mexico City in Queer, which has divided critics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lYF6Wgq

Story of 'TV dating show killer' depicted in new film

Anna Kendrick's directorial debut Woman of the Hour tells the true story of serial killer Rodney Alcala. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IKEWZJN

'I was a Directioner - here's what Liam Payne and the band meant to me'

I was a teenage fan before I interviewed Liam Payne as a journalist - this is why the band were so important to young girls. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ohvSWki

Amy Adams turns into a dog in 'bizarre and brilliant' film

Nightbitch, released in December, is less of a body horror and more of a metaphor about motherhood. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LVcWlPh

'He was a big piece of my life': Your tributes to Liam Payne

Fans pay tribute to the One Direction singer, with many saying he played a prominent role in their childhood. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JnqStzb

Kendrick Lamar sweeps BET Hip Hop Awards

Other winners at the Las Vegas ceremony include Nicki Minaj, Sexyy Red and Missy Elliott. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OA8C5mx

Actor says Trump 'should be grateful' for controversial film

The Apprentice, which focuses on Trump's early years as a real estate tycoon, is released this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5CZWITa

Jean-Baptiste ‘dazzles’ as woman who is always miserable in Mike Leigh film

The pair first worked together on Secrets & Lies. Their latest project could make waves at the Oscars. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cSZahvX

London's Turbine Theatre to close after five years

Last week, union Equity said it had "serious concerns" about how the venue employed actors and crew. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WY36sCF

WWE’s Cody Rhodes wants UK WrestleMania in 5 years

The "American Nightmare" thinks Manchester or London have venues perfect for hosting the event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pbpclas

Countdown champion accused of stabbing rival

John Cowen allegedly attacked man with a knife at a quiz-themed event in Blackpool, a court hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OgjXaDp

बाबा सिद्दीकी मर्डर की जिम्मेदारी लॉरेंस गैंग ने ली:2 शूटर यूपी के, 1-1 हरियाणा-पंजाब का; 40 दिन रेकी के बाद गोली मारी

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Mikey Madison leads Oscars race for breakout role as New York stripper

Anora won the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival and its star Mikey Madison has been widely praised. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6cmlrwk

Oscar-winning director sorry for 'antisemitic posts'

The Grierson Trust has removed the filmmaker as a patron because of his social media posts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jHWphsZ

BBC launches review into preventing abuses of power

The BBC workplace culture review will focus on "preventing abuse of power" within its workforce. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QAGH9vC

नागपुर में राष्ट्रीय स्वयंसेवक संघ का विजयादशमी उत्सव:RSS चीफ मोहन भागवत ने की शस्त्र पूजा; पथ संचलन में शामिल हुए स्वयंसेवक

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Oscars contender Conclave makes London debut

Stars attend the UK premiere of the drama about a scheming group of cardinals who select the new Pope. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NBIyoV4

Kylie: I told my team, 'I'm a despicable human being'

The pop star discusses backstage tensions, a surprise duet with Madonna and her love of word games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LFiNCJd

When is Diddy's trial starting? What to know about his legal troubles

The rap mogul faces criminal charges and lawsuits from a number of alleged victims. He has denied wrongdoing from BBC News https://ift.tt/29kaUQO

Lisa Marie Presley opens up about family tragedies in posthumous memoir

Lisa Marie's daughter completed the book, which gives new details about the deaths of her dad and son. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vQ0TxXa

Gavin and Stacey cast 'in tears' as show wraps

The final episode of the sitcom, written by James Corden and Ruth Jones, will air on Christmas Day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s6PJmt7

'We closed our eyes and we danced together' - Madonna's poignant goodbye to brother

The veteran singer pens a heartfelt tribute to her brother Christopher Ciccone, who has died at 63. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JvK0oFV

Row over 'sheer magnitude' of Wagatha legal bill

Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy's dispute goes back to the High Court in a dispute over legal costs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/syU07BW

Full Dancing on Ice 2025 line-up revealed

Record-breaking Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey completes the 2025 line-up for ITV's Dancing on Ice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FmnCtYx

Unseen Thunderbirds films found in garden shed

The cans contain an alternative version of an episode that was never broadcast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CPzHUTa

New Bridget Jones film very sad, says Hugh Grant

The actor also said there was "no obvious role" for him in the film, but they "crammed me in". from BBC News https://ift.tt/0wbeSam

My mission is to take Tamil music global, says Sid Sriram

The Indian-born, American-raised artist is going to perform his biggest solo UK show. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rtxns2w

Singer Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit

The Grammy-winning singer says a former makeup artist's claim that he raped her is "extortion and defamation". from BBC News https://ift.tt/KwB9MZk

Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff to present Bullseye reboot

The former cricket star will host a Christmas special of the ITV game show which first aired in 1981. from BBC News https://ift.tt/muR0YIM

राहुल ने कोल्हापुर में शिवाजी की प्रतिमा का अनावरण किया:बोले- सिंधुदुर्ग में मूर्ति टूटी क्योंकि नीयत साफ नहीं थी, हम उसी विचारधारा के खिलाफ

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Stalker 2: 'We want to show Ukraine can make great games'

How the Ukranian studio between an anticipated video game kept going when Russia invaded. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sGdt9ho

The TV drama using Midlands as London

Workers remember spotting cars and outfits "not from this day and age" as the 1980s drama was filmed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qmazWrh

Behind the scenes of Heartstopper series three

We chat to the cast on the film set of the Netflix hit, ahead of new episodes being released on 3 October. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6u4EaQ9

Naomi Campbell's charity had complaint from Unicef

The UN children's agency lodged a "serious incident report" with a watchdog over the model's charity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HoQd83V

Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces more than 100 new assault allegations

New alleged victims are to sue to the hip-hop mogul, who denies all allegations of wrongdoing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/msCITRe

बदलापुर यौन शोषण केस, स्कूल प्रेसिडेंट और सेक्रेटरी गिरफ्तार:मुख्य आरोपी की एनकाउंटर में मौत हो चुकी; मामले पर बॉम्बे हाईकोर्ट में आज सुनवाई

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'Lots and lots of sex': Dame Jilly Cooper on her show Rivals

The author's 1980s "bonkbuster" has been turned into a star-studded new series. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qMcZ6nX

Netflix fails to get Baby Reindeer lawsuit dropped

Fiona Harvey claims the streaming giant told "brutal lies" about her to more than 50 million viewers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6fuMNmc

How 'Peaky effect' put Birmingham on global movie map

As filming of the movie is getting under way, more filmmakers are being urged to come to the city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GhlEeLD