Jacqueline Wilson says she wouldn't return to Tracy Beaker as an adult
The popular author tells the Hay Festival she would be wary of writing about Beaker in later life.
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My greatest dream come true': Taylor Swift buys back rights to first six albums
The singer announces that she owns the masters to her first six albums, for the first time ever.
New Banksy mystery location revealed
The new piece of street art depicts the shadow of a lighthouse emerging out of a bollard.
Doctor Who fan brings joy with life-size Daleks
Mark Casto, 67, started making Daleks in lockdown and uses them to raise money for charity.
Wynne Evans to leave BBC after Strictly controversy
Evans was previously taking time off his radio show after controversy around a remark he made.
Gerry Adams awarded €100k in libel case against the BBC
The former Sinn Féin leader was seeking damages over a story in which an anonymous contributor alleged he sanctioned the murder of Denis Donaldson.
Oasis fans' anger at Manchester gig ticket plan
Fans are asked to opt-in to a ballot for the closest spots to the stage for "safety" reasons.
Woman who inspired Hollywood film relives emotions
Raynor Winn's journey inspired a Hollywood film featuring Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs.
Rik Mayall festival pays tribute to 'unique' talent
Mayall performed in The Young Ones, Blackadder, Bottom and The New Statesman before his death in 2014.
Jeremy Clarkson's new sidekick: 'I wear make-up but it doesn't mean I can't be a farmer'
Harriet Cowan says she wants to represent young female farmers and champion mental health.
Loose Women's Nadia Sawalha brands ITV cuts 'brutal'
The TV panellist says she "could be let go tomorrow" after ITV announced cuts to its daytime schedule.
Woman who inspired Hollywood film relives emotions
Raynor Winn's journey inspired a Hollywood film featuring Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs.
Gerry Adams awarded €100k in libel case against the BBC
The former Sinn Féin leader was seeking damages over a story in which an anonymous contributor alleged he sanctioned the murder of Denis Donaldson.
Rik Mayall festival pays tribute to 'unique' talent
Mayall performed in The Young Ones, Blackadder, Bottom and The New Statesman before his death in 2014.
Replica Shakespearean theatre seeks groundbreaking sponsorship deal
The venue says it wants a deal like those for sport grounds to "support the theatre's ambitions".
Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and assault
The broadcaster appears at a plea hearing after being accused of five charges relating to four women.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs raped and attacked ex-assistant, she tells court
The anonymous witness tells the jury she lived in fear of the hip-hop mogul's violent rages.
Jacob Alon: Free-spirited folk singer is one to watch
The singer's music has been called delicate and otherworldly. Get to know them before everyone else.
Deborra-Lee Furness describes 'betrayal' after Hugh Jackman divorce
The couple filed for divorce this month after announcing their separation in September 2023.
Rik Mayall festival pays tribute to 'unique' talent
Mayall performed in The Young Ones, Blackadder, Bottom and The New Statesman before his death in 2014.
