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Burna Boy apologises for distancing himself from Afrobeats

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd0vpdk0zejo

Published: July 15, 2025 09:24

Burna Boy, one of the biggest names in Afrobeats, says he didn't want his sound to be "in one box".

Beyoncé's unreleased music stolen from car during Cowboy Carter tour

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdx5p4we9qjo

Published: July 14, 2025 23:17

Authorities say they've issued an arrest warrant for a suspect but it's unclear whether the stolen items have been recovered.

John Torode says allegation he used racist language upheld in MasterChef report

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8d68r07qq0o

Published: July 14, 2025 21:20

The TV presenter said he had "no recollection" of any of it, adding: "I do not believe that it happened."

Watch: Timeline of the allegations against Gregg Wallace

https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c4g80p0enlno

Published: July 14, 2025 20:42

BBC culture reporter Noor Nanji takes a look at when the allegations were first made and what's happened since.

BBC's twin-crises prompt apologies and promises - but will it work?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8e48x9241eo

Published: July 14, 2025 19:21

The BBC faces issues over Gregg Wallace and the Gaza documentary it says breached guidelines.

BBC staff at Glastonbury had power to cut Vylan feed

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2n10g6xr5o

Published: July 14, 2025 19:13

Tim Davie says employees who had the authority to end the broadcast were among 550 members of staff at the festival.

First Harry Potter image released as production begins

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2013yv182o

Published: July 14, 2025 16:14

Several new cast members have been announced, for roles including Dudley Dursley and Neville Longbottom.

BBC Gaza documentary breached guidelines, review finds

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpwqpdy00w2o

Published: July 14, 2025 12:07

BBC failed to disclose the narrator of Gaza: How to Survive a War Zone was the son of a Hamas official.

MasterChef report upholds 45 claims on Gregg Wallace

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3endz88k2qo

Published: July 14, 2025 10:10

Another three substantiated allegations against Masterchef host related to being in a state of undress.

Disappointment as Drake's final Wireless show ends after 40 minutes

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c14e54ggyl1o

Published: July 13, 2025 22:58

The Canadian rapper performed to more than 150,000 people over the course of the weekend in London.

BBC needs to get a grip quicker after controversies, Ofcom chief says

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c80pm97g5dvo

Published: July 13, 2025 13:03

Dame Melanie Dawes said the BBC needed to complete reports and investigations sooner.

Drake's still relevant - as his famous friends will tell you

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20wl50wqq5o

Published: July 13, 2025 02:07

The Toronto rapper's performance at Wireless Festival was his first UK appearance since 2016.

Love Island seems to be having a moment this year - but why?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cnvmmp34yq5o

Published: July 12, 2025 23:38

Viewers are glued to the villa once again - but more of them are watching on a small screen than a TV.

BST cancels final day after Jeff Lynne pulls out

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg6r295re0o

Published: July 12, 2025 19:22

The band withdrew from its headline performance over concerns about the health of frontman Jeff Lynne.

Alzheimer's has isolated us, says Fiona Phillips' husband

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c77vm4k635mo

Published: July 12, 2025 13:22

Martin Frizell has spoken of the social isolation that has come since the former This Morning presenter was diagnosed with Alzheimer's.

The 10-year-old sleeper hit that has more plays than any Taylor Swift song

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyxqxv7y4zo

Published: July 12, 2025 01:31

Lord Huron's The Night We Met has become a sleeper hit with more streams than any Taylor Swift song.

The Salt Path author's next book delayed after 'distress'

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20r4p55vdvo

Published: July 11, 2025 10:52

Raynor Winn has suffered "considerable distress" from a newspaper investigation, her publisher says.

Chris Brown pleads not guilty to more assault charges

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpwq017l1jno

Published: July 11, 2025 09:42

The US singer attends a hearing in London over two charges relating to an alleged nightclub attack.

Irvine Welsh on Trainspotting, its sequel and modern-day malaise

https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cvgw34rv034o

Published: July 11, 2025 08:52

The Scottish author speaks to the BBC ahead of the launch of his new book, Men in Love.

'I created it myself': The boy behind the viral 'aura farming' boat racing dance

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxe7ey59r0o

Published: July 11, 2025 08:14

Over the past few weeks, a boy dancing on the prow of a racing boat has become an internet sensation.

'This is history right here': Oasis fans queue for Manchester gig

https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cvge3jd5wzzo

Published: July 11, 2025 07:07

The Gallagher brothers are set to play five sold-out shows at Heaton Park on 11, 12, 16, 19 and 20 July

Justin Bieber stands on business on surprise new album

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8zwz0jp17o

Published: July 11, 2025 05:43

Canadian singer Justin Bieber has surprised fans by releasing his first new album in four years.

Trainspotting's Irvine Welsh: We've become 'dumbed down machines'

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgq7vzjwyvxo

Published: July 10, 2025 23:31

Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh's sequel is called Men in Love, as the 'world is full of hate'.

Watch: The story of Jane Birkin's £7.4m handbag

https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c24vdnp37d1o

Published: July 10, 2025 19:29

Jane Birkin's original Hermès bag sells for a record-breaking €8.6m (£7.4m; $10.1m) at an auction in Paris.

Original Birkin bag shatters record with £7m sale

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly8zvexp42o

Published: July 10, 2025 16:38

The prototype of the most famous bag in fashion, made for Jane Birkin in 1985, smashes auction records.

Video game actors' strike officially ends after AI deal

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ykx117keqo

Published: July 10, 2025 13:19

Performers agree to a deal with 10 of the biggest companies in the games industry after reaching a deal on AI.

Gregg Wallace faces backlash over autism defence

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx24lxl85wyo

Published: July 10, 2025 13:10

The TV presenter was criticised after he appeared to link claims of misconduct to his autism diagnosis.

Slovak rap festival featuring Kanye West called off

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn0qylvxqjqo

Published: July 10, 2025 11:55

Protest groups had raised a petition against West's appearance at the Rubicon festival in Slovakia.

TRNSMT 2025: Full line-up and stage times for the weekend

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czdvqvq67nvo

Published: July 10, 2025 05:14

The Glasgow Green music jamboree will take place over three days and features scores of acts.

Former Love Island USA contestant apologises for using slur in post

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0epr2vdwq3o

Published: July 10, 2025 04:27

Cierra Ortega, who was booted from the show, has apologised for using a slur but says she's now getting death threats.

Joe Locke set for West End after shooting Heartstopper movie

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgn4klzjmko

Published: July 9, 2025 23:09

Joe Locke will star in Clarkston, about two young men who bond while working night shifts at Costco.

Raynor Winn hits back at claims she misled readers

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c89eq12qvl5o

Published: July 9, 2025 19:13

The author posted a lengthy statement challenging claims made in the Observer newspaper at the weekend.

Made in Chelsea star 'not a bad person' for rehoming dog

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg4revy0lqgo

Published: July 9, 2025 15:30

Miles Nazaire was criticised online for giving up his pet, saying he didn't have time to look after him.

Penguin says it did 'all necessary due diligence' with The Salt Path

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c89eqpk9pjvo

Published: July 9, 2025 11:18

Raynor Winn has defended herself against accusations she gave misleading information in the 2018 book.

After Diddy: Why hip-hop is still struggling to have its own 'MeToo' moment

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yllvjgpk6o

Published: July 8, 2025 23:10

The Combs verdict in itself is unlikely to lead to wider changes in the industry, according to insiders

Gregg Wallace sacked as 50 more people make claims

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cewgz0qw77lo

Published: July 8, 2025 16:00

The TV presenter has been the subject of an inquiry into alleged misconduct, to be published imminently.

Esports World Cup: The contest teams can't afford to miss

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8zqvgpm3lo

Published: July 8, 2025 15:23

The controversial competition returns for a second year - and competitors say its vital for them to be involved.

Bayeux Tapestry to return to UK on loan after 900 years

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c14ev1z6d5go

Published: July 8, 2025 15:01

Bayeux Tapestry will be shown at the British Museum, which will lend treasures to Normandy museums.