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Blaze at Full Monty club thought to be arson
The fire service say a blaze at the derelict club in Sheffield was started deliberately.

Rising singer Kamal on 'scary' moment he hit up Dave for debut album
The London-based musician reflects on aiming for "honesty" within his debut album and TikTok content.

Radio Caroline breached Ofcom rules after mistakenly announcing King's death
A correction and apology wasn't aired until 30 minutes after the incident occurred.

Memories of rock royalty in my garden in Knebworth
This weekend is the 40th anniversary of Queen's last performance with Freddie Mercury.

Siân Phillips to step back from acting aged 93 after memory issues
Sian Phillips will step back from full-scale stage shows but continue other projects.

Campaigners call for Jared Leto's concerts to be cancelled after criminal sexual conduct claims
The musician - who denies the claims - is due to perform with his band at two of the UK's biggest arenas next year.

'Put your phone down': K-pop band weighs in on concert etiquette
Cortis's plea has drawn mixed reactions in a fandom that's obsessed with capturing every moment.

Judge grants Trump's request to delay handing financial records to BBC
The US president is suing the BBC over a controversial episode of Panorama broadcast in 2024.

Nadia Sawalha threatens ITV with legal action over Loose Women removal
The TV panellist claims she has been treated unfairly due to her public support of Palestinian rights.

Funeral of Irish actress Brenda Fricker to take place in Dublin
The service will commence at 11:00 local time at St. Catherine's Church in Dublin.

Oasis promoter granted Knebworth events licence
On Monday, it will be 30 years since Oasis played the Hertfordshire venue.

Secret Cinema seeks to build first long-term venue
Planning permission to build a 1,500-seat venue in Greenwich Peninsula was granted last month.

30 years later, a former rival will stand trial for Tupac's murder
It’s been three decades since Tupac was killed, and since then, his reputation has only grown.

Andrea Bocelli to play in Wales for first time in 22 years
The Italian tenor will perform at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff in May 2027.

Ex-Cambridge professor Jason Arday cancels live event after plagiarism row
One talk by Arday is "cancelled at the request of the speaker" and others are removed from listings.

Comedian Mo Gilligan has 'fond memories' of holidays at Barry Island
Watching episodes of Gavin & Stacey reminds The Masked Singer judge of childhood visits to Wales.

Perez Hilton faces long recovery after reports he self-harmed during livestream
The US blogger is in a "serious but stable" condition in hospital, according to his family.

Singer Self Esteem to make cinematic debut in film set in 1980s
Pop singer Self Esteem is set to star in upcoming film Mountain from Welsh director Celyn Jones.

Madonna and Blur producer William Orbit dies aged 69
The British producer helped to reinvigorate Madonna's career and also worked with All Saints and U2.

Lauryn Hill and Wyclef ‘in an amazing place’ as fans hope for new Fugees album after 30 years
Hill says the band have gone through "an incredible healing process", raising the prospect of new music.

TikTok star Sydney Towle, who shared her cancer journey online, dies aged 26
Towle was known for chronicling her hopes and struggles as a young person living with cancer.

Sir Billy Connolly exhibition coming to Glasgow in 2027
Billy Connolly's Big Wee Exhibition will be at the city's Kelvingrove Art Gallery from next June .

Meredith Kercher's sister criticises Amanda Knox comedy show
Stephanie Kercher asks Amanda Knox to think about Meredith's family ahead of staging a show in Edinburgh.

Unique Brigitte Bardot velvet coat to be auctioned
The sleeveless coat was worn by the actress and animal rights activist at the height of her fame.