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‘Sickening’: Donald Trump plans for ‘Arc de Trump’ blasted online

If approved, Donald Trump's “Triumphal Arch” would be taller than both the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.

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Britney Spears enters rehab facility weeks after alleged DUI arrest

Britney Spears has voluntarily entered a rehab clinic following her alleged DUI (Drinking Under the Influence) arrest on 4 March.

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Iconic Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92

Asha Bhosle, one of the most celebrated Indian singers of all time and one the most versatile Bollywood artists, has died.

Cinema

Film of the Week: 'Yellow Letters' - A deserving Golden Bear winner?

The winner of this year's Golden Bear award intriguingly (and frustratingly) reflects the politically-charged tensions which plagued 2026's Berlin Film Festival.

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Space music: NASA reveals Artemis II crew’s wake-up songs playlist

Ever wondered what astronauts listen to in the mornings, 406,771 kilometers from Earth?

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Controversial US hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa dies aged 68

"His vision transformed the Bronx into the birthplace of a culture that now reaches every corner of the world," said American rapper and producer Kurtis Walker (aka Kurtis Blow), who heads labor advocacy group The Hip Hop Alliance.

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'Infantile name calling': George Clooney responds to White House slur

The White House has lashed out at Oscar winner George Clooney for criticising Donald Trump’s threats to Iran: “The only person committing war crimes is George Clooney for his awful movies and terrible acting ability.” Now, the actor has responded, calling the comments “infantile name calling”.

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Fancy joining Björk for this year’s total solar eclipse?

Billed as the Echolalia Festival, the one-day event sits in the path of totality of the total solar eclipse on 12 August.

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'Holy Grail' for Oasis fans goes up for auction

Noel Gallagher's signed acoustic guitar used on Oasis' second album '(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?' about to go under the hammer at Sotheby's and could fetch up to £60,000.

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Viral dead air: Artemis II astronauts give Trump the silent treatment

A clip of the Artemis II crew’s silence to Donald Trump's praise and ranting has gone viral.

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Viral sensation explained: What's with the Angine de Poitrine hype?

Angine de Poitrine have conquered the internet in a matter of weeks with their alien polka-dotted get-up and experimental math rock. Their recent YouTube video made them a viral sensation. Another here-today-gone-tomorrow act? Or are they the real deal?

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Wireless Festival cancelled as government blocks Kanye West UK entry

Controversial American rapper Kanye 'Ye' West has been blocked from entering the UK to perform at the Wireless music festival after a mounting backlash over his planned summer headline slot. Now, the 2026 edition of the Wireless Festival has been axed.

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Kanye West backlash intensifies in UK as rapper issues statement

Wireless Festival organiser has defended the booking of Kanye 'Ye' West for this summer’s headline slot, while more sponsors drop out of the festival. Questions remain over whether the controversial rapper will be able to enter the UK. West has now issued a statement of his own.

Cinema

Are movies really getting longer – and if so, is that a bad thing?

A new study has crunched the numbers, and it turns out that while attention spans are dwindling, movie runtimes are growing.

Food and Drink

Captain Jack approved: Johnny Depp moves into spirits

“Yo ho ho and a bottle of rum...” Captain Jack Sparrow would have approved of Johnny Depp’s move into spirits.

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All you need is broccoli: Ringo Starr shares the secret to anti-ageing

Ringo Starr is about to release his 22nd solo album this month and recently opened up about the secret behind his energy levels...

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Keir Starmer 'concerned' by Kanye West gigs as sponsors drop festival

Kanye ‘Ye’ West, who has previously been criticised over his antisemitic remarks, will top the bill for all three nights of the upcoming Wireless Festival in the UK. The Prime Minister has expressed concerns over this booking, and several top tier sponsors are already backing out...

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‘Easter Lily’: U2 surprise drop new EP to mark Good Friday

‘Easter Lily’ is the band’s second EP in as many months and features Brian Eno on a song which the band wrote for the parents of children growing up in war zones.

Cinema

Film of the Week: 'The Drama' - The darkest date night movie of 2026

The course of true love never did run smooth... NB: This review does not contain any spoilers. The Drama’s ‘twist’ deserves its secrecy. If you’ve seen it or are aware of the central revelation, behave accordingly.

Art

Controversial Easter confessions: Maurizio Cattelan's sinners hotline

For his latest work, Maurizio Cattelan wants you to confess... Absolution is at stake. To mark the start of Easter, as well as the 21st anniversary of Pope John Paul II’s death, the Italian artist has also made a limited edition of his most provocative and widely debated work... 666 of them.

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