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Former British Army and Royal Marines soldier and celebrated Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja died after an avalanche struck his expedition on Broad Peak in Pakistan. Prince William described Purja as one of the world’s greatest mountaineers and expressed condolences to his family and the families of other victims, including climbing partners Pur Bahadur Gurung and Nima Sherpa. Purja became internationally known for climbing all 14 mountains above 8,000 metres in 189 days, served for 16 years in the British military, and was awarded an MBE in 2018. Tributes also came from Bear Grylls and Spencer Matthews.

Former British Army and Royal Marines soldier and celebrated Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja died after an avalanche struck an expedition on Broad Peak in Pakistan. Prince William praised Purja as one of the world’s greatest mountaineers and a uniquely humble and selfless person. Purja became internationally known for climbing all 14 mountains above 8,000 metres in 189 days, a feat documented in the Netflix film “14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible.” Tributes also came from Bear Grylls and Spencer Matthews, while Purja’s company Elite Exped confirmed the deaths of climbing partners Pur Bahadur Gurung and Nima Sherpa and asked that the victims’ families’ privacy be respected.

Michael J Fox says acting prolonged and enriched his life after he was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease in 1991. He describes overcoming vanity and using his public profile to normalise the condition, while recounting its effects on his mobility, memory and ability to perform. Fox remains open to acting when his health permits, founded a Parkinson’s research foundation that has raised more than $2 billion, and recently appeared in Still: A Michael J Fox Movie and the series Shrinking.

Razorlight frontman Johnny Borrell revealed that the band once considered giving their song “America” to another artist, but no suitable buyer emerged. The band later developed the track themselves, and it became their only UK number-one single and a major international hit. Razorlight’s original lineup is now touring to mark the 20th anniversary of the band’s second album, performing it in full across Europe, Australia, the UK and Ireland.

Tony Thorpe, guitarist of the 1970s glam rock group The Rubettes, has died aged 80 after recently declining health. He played with the band from 1974 to 1979, during which it achieved major success with “Sugar Baby Love” and other hits including “Tonight,” “Juke Box Jive” and “I Can Do It.” Thorpe later left amid reported creative differences, worked with other musical acts, released solo music, lectured at Blackburn College and published the memoir A Bride’s Nightie in 2014. Former bandmate Alan Williams paid tribute to his musicianship and character.

Jesy Nelson’s forthcoming Prime Video documentary follows her campaign to add spinal muscular atrophy to the UK newborn screening test after her twins were diagnosed with the condition. The film features her emotional interview with then–health secretary Wes Streeting, pressing him on delays in adopting SMA screening. Nelson describes frustration over her daughters’ late diagnosis and stresses the need for early detection. The Department of Health has announced that SMA screening will be introduced across England as part of an evaluation programme beginning later this year.

Matty Healy celebrated his upcoming marriage to Gabbriette by performing The 1975 songs with tribute band The 9075, singing “The Sound” and crowd surfing while bandmate George Daniel joined in. Gabbriette’s Las Vegas bachelorette celebrations included themed decorations, an Elvis impersonator, Dita Von Teese and a private-jet departure. The couple became engaged in June 2024 and are expected to marry in July, while The 1975 remain on an indefinite live-performance hiatus.

Matty Healy celebrated his stag do by joining The 9075, a tribute band dedicated to The 1975, singing “The Sound” and crowd surfing. Healy is due to marry American model Gabbriette later this month, following her Las Vegas hen do, which featured burlesque performer Dita Von Teese, an Elvis impersonator, balloons and other themed festivities.

Ten previously unheard songs recorded by David Bowie during his formative years under the name Davie Jones are scheduled for release on 18 September in the album David Bowie: The Shel Talmy Recordings. The collection, described as the most complete set of his early recordings, includes contributions from producer Shel Talmy, guitarist Jimmy Page and pianist Nicky Hopkins, as well as the previously released single “I Want Your Love.” The recordings predate Bowie’s name change, which was made to avoid confusion with Davy Jones of The Monkees.

New York electronic duo Fcukers have received three nominations for the 2026 Independent Music Awards, including Best Independent Album and Independent Breakthrough Artist. The nominations come before their planned support performances for Harry Styles on his “Together, Together” tour in São Paulo, Brazil. Winners will be announced at London’s Roundhouse on 22 September.

New York electronic duo Fcukers lead the 2026 Independent Music Awards nominations with three nods for their debut album O, the track L.U.C.K.Y., and independent breakthrough artist. The nominations come just before the duo support Harry Styles at four São Paulo shows. Geese and Robyn are among the other best independent album nominees, while Arca, Jalen Ngonda, Jim Legxacy, Jorja Smith, Nova Twins, Romy and Tiana Major9 also receive recognition. AIM chief executive Gee Davy praised the diversity and innovation of the UK independent music sector. Winners will be announced at London’s Roundhouse on 22 September 2026.

Ten previously unheard songs recorded by David Bowie in 1965 under the name Davie Jones will be released on David Bowie: The Shel Talmy Recordings on 18 September. The collection documents Bowie’s early work with producer Shel Talmy and includes contributions from Jimmy Page and Nicky Hopkins. Alongside previously released singles, the album will feature tracks including “I Want Your Love,” “You’ve Got A Habit Of Leaving” and “Baby Loves That Way,” offering a broader view of Bowie’s formative musical development.

The BBC had 540,000 fewer active TV licences in the latest financial year, leaving 23.3 million licences and 3.7 million households saying they do not need one. The decade-long decline has reduced licence-fee income by 26 per cent, prompting warnings that the current funding model is becoming unsustainable. The BBC is pursuing funding reforms and plans to deliver £500 million in savings by 2028/29, including £160 million already identified.

The BBC had 23.3 million active TV licences at the end of the 2025/2026 financial year, down 540,000 in one year and more than 2.5 million since the start of the decade. The BBC attributes most of the decline to households no longer consuming licensable content, a trend its finance chief expects to accelerate. Falling licence-fee income, rising production costs and difficult commercial conditions have worsened the corporation’s finances. BBC leaders warn that its public-service mission cannot be sustained without reform of the funding model, while planned savings are expected to deliver £160 million of the £500 million required by 2028/29.

Joseph Mazzello, who played Tim Murphy in Jurassic Park, described Sam Neill’s death as a “gut punch” in an emotional video tribute. Mazzello recalled Neill’s ongoing support and the defining impact of working with him. Neill, best known for playing Dr Alan Grant, died at 78 after battling non-Hodgkin lymphoma, with his family saying he was surrounded by loved ones. Other Jurassic Park and Jurassic World cast members and director Steven Spielberg also paid tribute.

Tributes from co-stars and colleagues honour Sam Neill following his unexpected death at 78, with Joseph Mazzello, Ariana Richards, Bryce Dallas Howard, Chris Pratt, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum and Steven Spielberg sharing emotional remembrances. Mazzello recalls Neill’s support and their bond from the original Jurassic Park, while others praise his warmth, humour and generosity. Neill’s family notes he died surrounded by loved ones and had recently been cancer-free after treatment for an aggressive lymphoma.

Harry Styles received a Blue Peter gold badge in recognition of his musical achievements during a record-breaking 12‑show residency at Wembley Stadium, surpassing Coldplay’s previous record. The badge was presented backstage by Blue Peter presenter Shini Muthukrishnan and will be featured in a forthcoming CBBC episode. Styles’ residency, part of his Together, Together tour, also earned a Guinness World Record. He will continue touring globally through December, with upcoming performances in cities including São Paulo, Mexico City, New York and Melbourne.

A new documentary titled Don’t Look Back In Anger offers behind‑the‑scenes coverage of Noel and Liam Gallagher’s Oasis Live ’25 reunion tour, featuring rehearsal footage, backstage access and their first joint interviews in two decades. Directed by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace and produced with involvement from Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight, the film will premiere in IMAX cinemas before streaming on Disney Plus. The documentary highlights the band’s global comeback, the emotional impact on fans and reflections on the brothers’ past split and long‑awaited reconciliation.

Jesy Nelson advocates for adding mandatory Spinal Muscular Atrophy testing to the UK newborn heel prick screening after her twin daughters were diagnosed with the condition. Her upcoming Amazon Prime documentary follows her efforts and personal challenges as a single mother, emphasizing the importance of early detection and treatment.

Jesy Nelson shares emotional footage from her upcoming Prime Video documentary as she campaigns for spinal muscular atrophy to be added to newborn screening in the UK. The series follows her effort to push for early diagnosis after her prematurely born twins were diagnosed with the condition. The trailer shows her reaction to their diagnosis and her continued advocacy for mandatory testing, underscoring the impact early treatment can have on affected children.

Danny Glover, 79, disclosed on The Today Show that he has been living with Alzheimer’s disease for several years, noting gradual changes in his movement, speech, and memory since receiving the diagnosis shortly after earning an honorary Oscar in 2022. He expressed determination to continue working despite the challenges and acknowledged the emotional difficulty of accepting the illness. His daughter, Mandisa, highlighted the importance of him sharing the news in his own way and affirmed the family’s support. Glover’s announcement comes after a long career spanning nearly 40 years, during which he has appeared in more than 170 screen projects and served as a humanitarian ambassador for the UN and Unicef.

Danny Glover publicly discloses his Alzheimer’s diagnosis, explaining he has lived with the condition for several years and has begun to experience slowed movement, speech, and memory. Supported closely by his family, he stresses maintaining a positive outlook and continuing his work and relationships. He reflects on the emotional difficulty of accepting the diagnosis while recognising that millions face the same struggle. The article also highlights his extensive acting career and longstanding humanitarian work with UN agencies.

Canada will join the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time in 2027 after CBC/Radio-Canada became a full member of the European Broadcasting Union. EBU leadership welcomed the move, citing Canada’s long-standing cultural ties through artists such as Celine Dion. CBC/Radio-Canada highlighted the opportunity to showcase Canadian talent and expand cultural exchange. Canada, one of the top non-European voting audiences, will compete in the semi-finals, with entry selection details to follow. Bulgaria will host the 2027 contest after Dara’s victory in Vienna.

Canada will join the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027 after CBC/Radio-Canada became a full member of the European Broadcasting Union. Officials highlighted Canada’s longstanding ties to Eurovision and emphasized that participation will showcase Canadian talent, with the country becoming the first new entrant since Australia in 2015.

BBC Radio London presenter Eddie Nestor has revealed he has been diagnosed with cancer and will temporarily step away from his show while undergoing treatment. In a social media statement, he shared gratitude for his medical team, optimism about recovery and appreciation for support from family, followers and colleagues. BBC London confirmed he will be off air during treatment, with other presenters covering. Nestor, an MBE recipient and long-time broadcaster, previously overcame Hodgkin’s lymphoma after a 2007 diagnosis.

Four historically significant items linked to Winston Churchill are set for auction at Christie’s with a combined estimated value of up to £215,000, including a wartime prime ministerial despatch box, a humidor gifted via Franklin D. Roosevelt, a 1915 despatch box from Churchill’s early government career, and a tin deed box used across several decades. Christie’s highlights the collection as a rare group offering direct, tangible connections to Churchill’s political life and key moments of the 20th century.

Nicola Peltz Beckham marked her six‑year engagement anniversary to Brooklyn Beckham with a complimentary Instagram post, prompting an affectionate response from him. The milestone comes as media attention continues around reports of tension between Brooklyn and his parents, Victoria and David Beckham.

Nicola Peltz Beckham marked her engagement anniversary with a public tribute to Brooklyn Beckham, calling him the kindest man she has known. The couple exchanged affectionate messages reflecting on their six-year engagement milestone. Their celebration follows reports of tension between Brooklyn and his parents, despite Victoria and David Beckham expressing continued love and support for their children.

Stormzy voiced support for both England and Ghana during their 0-0 World Cup match in Boston, citing his ties to each nation and describing the atmosphere as chaotic but meaningful. He later shared photos from the event and expressed hopes for both teams’ upcoming fixtures while thanking Adidas for their support. Several celebrities, including Marcus Mumford, David Beckham, Alexandra Daddario, Jeremy Clarkson and Ross Kemp, were also present, with Kemp urging fans to stay positive ahead of England’s next match against Panama.

A video installation by Helen Cammock was withdrawn from the National Portrait Gallery after criticism from historians and peers over its portrayal of Winston Churchill as responsible for the 1943 Bengal famine. More than 50 peers challenged the claim, arguing that natural disaster caused the famine and that Churchill attempted to send aid. Cammock withdrew the work citing concerns about artistic freedom, while the gallery stated the piece represented the artist’s views rather than its own and reaffirmed support for artistic expression.

Molly-Mae Hague explained that her newborn son Midas was named after a robot character from the 2011 Hugh Jackman film Real Steel, rather than the mythological figure. She said she was struck by the uniqueness and strength of the name, and Tommy Fury immediately loved it when she suggested it. The name was recently made public when Fury wore it on his boxing gear during a Manchester fight.

Molly-Mae Hague explained that her newborn son’s name, Midas, was inspired not by Greek mythology but by a robot character in the Hugh Jackman film Real Steel. She said she heard the name years ago and felt it had a strong appeal, and Tommy Fury immediately embraced it. The couple, who previously welcomed daughter Bambi, recently celebrated the birth of their second child, with Fury revealing the name during a boxing match in Manchester.

The stage musical based on David Nicholls’ novel One Day will transfer to London’s West End in November after a successful premiere in Edinburgh, featuring returning lead actors Jamie Muscato and Sharon Rose and a creative team led by writer David Greig and director Max Webster.

A new musical adaptation of David Nicholls’ bestselling novel One Day will transfer to London’s West End, opening at the Garrick Theatre in November following its Edinburgh premiere. Written by David Greig with music by Abner and Amanda and directed by Max Webster, the production will star Jamie Muscato and Sharon Rose reprising their roles as Dex and Em. Producers describe the show as an emotionally rich exploration of love and life’s turning points. Tickets are now available at onedaymusical.com.

A new documentary titled Wham! 10 Days In China examines Wham!’s groundbreaking 1985 tour of China, the first by a Western pop act. Produced by Sony Music Vision and Sony Music Entertainment UK, the film uses restored and previously unseen footage alongside interviews to explore the cultural impact of the visit and its significance for George Michael, Andrew Ridgeley, and Chinese audiences. Commentaries from Ridgeley, the George Michael estate, and producers highlight the tour’s artistic and historical importance. The film will debut in cinemas on July 28 and later air on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.

James Jordan supported the recent removal of several professional dancers from Strictly Come Dancing, arguing the show needed a shake-up and describing long-serving dancers as “dead wood.” Ian Waite disagreed, suggesting the wrong performers were cut, though he also acknowledged the need for renewal. Jordan said the changes could have extended to the judging panel, criticising the show’s increasingly softened tone. He also commented on the new hosting lineup, praising Emma Willis but withholding judgment on the others. Jordan and Waite are set to reunite with other former Strictly professionals for the upcoming Vegas: After Hours tour, which they say will offer a more candid and humorous stage experience.

Tom Holland confirms his marriage to Zendaya following viral AI‑generated images that falsely depicted their wedding, clarifying that the real ceremony included his family. He describes their strong relationship, while Zendaya previously noted on Jimmy Kimmel’s show that many people had been fooled by the fake photos.

Former footballer Paul Merson describes delaying medical attention for a bleeding mole due to fear and neglect, leading to a melanoma diagnosis that required urgent treatment. He acknowledges failing to use sunscreen during his career and attributes the delay partly to “being a man” and personal laziness, noting doctors warned the cancer would soon have been untreatable.

Tom Holland confirmed he is married to Zendaya after months of speculation, addressing viral AI-generated wedding images and sharing that their families were present at the real event. He described their relationship as deeply supportive and meaningful, while reflecting on their early working dynamic and Zendaya’s strong audition. Zendaya previously commented on the widespread confusion caused by fake AI wedding photos.

Paul Merson described delaying treatment for a mole that later proved to be melanoma, attributing the hesitation to fear, complacency and assumptions about masculinity. After months of ignoring symptoms, he had the mole removed and underwent years of scans, learning he narrowly avoided more severe illness. He reflected on past sun exposure habits and called the experience a wake-up call about early detection and personal responsibility.

A stage adaptation of the BBC reality series The Traitors, titled The Traitors – Acts of Betrayal, will run at London’s Gillian Lynne Theatre from 11 May 2027. The production features five new plays by John Finnemore, each presenting alternate scenarios with different characters chosen as traitors. Executive producer Stephen Lambert highlights the unique theatrical experience compared to the TV format. Tickets start at £25.

A West End stage adaptation of The Traitors will debut in May 2027, featuring five standalone plays with different endings across the week and audience participation on Saturdays. Created by writer John Finnemore and director Robert Hastie, the project aims to offer a theatrical experience distinct from the BBC reality series while preserving its dramatic elements. Producers promise each play will work independently while providing deeper insight into the fictional characters. Tickets are already on sale.

James Jordan argues that Strictly Come Dancing needed a refresh, describing recently axed dancers as dead wood while criticising the show’s increasingly softened tone and suggesting changes to the judging panel. Ian Waite counters that the wrong dancers were removed but agrees long-term cast turnover is inevitable. Jordan is set to join fellow former professionals for a UK tour of their new show, Vegas: After Hours.

David Tennant and Jodie Whittaker join the cast of the sixth season of Only Murders in the Building, which will be set in London for the first time. Additional cast members include Nicola Coughlan, Jim Broadbent, Richard Ayoade, Adrian Lukis, and Kathryn Hunter. The series, led by Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, has earned 49 Emmy nominations and seven wins across its previous seasons.

David Tennant and Jodie Whittaker join the sixth season of Only Murders in the Building, which will be set in London and feature several additional high-profile cast members including Nicola Coughlan, Jim Broadbent and Richard Ayoade. The series, led by Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez, continues its tradition of attracting prominent guest stars and will stream internationally on Disney+.

Two Claude Monet paintings, the 1907 water lily work Nympheas and an 1870 portrait of his wife Camille, will be auctioned by Sotheby’s in London on 24 June. Nympheas carries an estimated price of £30–40 million, the highest estimate for a Monet painting sold in Europe, while the portrait is expected to reach £7–10 million. Sotheby’s notes that the works represent both early and mature phases of Monet’s artistic development and will appear in London for the first time after long periods in American collections.

Two major Claude Monet works are set to headline Sotheby’s Modern and Contemporary Evening auction in London, including the water lily painting Nympheas estimated at up to £40 million and a rare early portrait of his wife Camille expected to reach up to £10 million. The paintings trace Monet’s artistic development from his early plein air style to his later iconic water lily series. Both works come from prominent American collections and will be presented publicly in London for the first time ahead of the 24 June sale.

Matt Lucas, Richard Ayoade, Chloe Petts, Isy Suttie and Nina Conti join the cast of Taskmaster’s 22nd series, where contestants face humorous physical and mental challenges judged by Greg Davies and Alex Horne. Channel 4’s comedy competition continues to feature celebrities known for work such as Little Britain and The IT Crowd.

Matt Lucas, Richard Ayoade, Chloe Petts, Isy Suttie and Nina Conti have been announced as the cast of Taskmaster’s 22nd series, with Greg Davies and Alex Horne continuing in their hosting roles. The article outlines each comedian’s background and notes the show’s format, origins, and international expansions.

Josh Hutcherson reflects on the resentment he initially felt toward the intense fame brought by The Hunger Games, explaining that he struggled with the sudden attention but has since come to appreciate the experience. He praises the upcoming sixth film and its thematic relevance while recalling career stagnation after the franchise despite earlier consistent success. He describes the industry’s volatility and his first encounters with rejection, noting his more recent work in several films.

Conleth Hill joins the cast of a new Peaky Blinders spin-off set in 1950s Birmingham, playing Clemmy Keeler, the head of a rival gangster family. The series features Jamie Bell and Charlie Heaton as Duke and Charles Shelby, with additional roles for Cal O’Driscoll and Daniel Monks. Filming is underway in Birmingham, with two six-episode runs commissioned and upcoming releases on BBC platforms in the UK and Netflix globally.

Conleth Hill joins the upcoming Peaky Blinders spin-off as Clemmy Keeler, leader of a rival gangster family set in 1950s Birmingham. The series features Jamie Bell and Charlie Heaton as members of the next-generation Shelbys and is currently filming in Birmingham. Additional cast members include Samuel Bottomley, Arturo Muselli and Lucie Shorthouse, with returning actors Ned Dennehy and Packy Lee. Directed by Mike Barker and Anna Zackrisson, the spin-off follows events a decade after Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man and will stream on BBC platforms in the UK and Netflix worldwide.

A new production titled Hamlet Hail to the Thief, merging Shakespeare’s tragedy with Radiohead’s sixth album, will open at London’s Barbican Theatre. Co-created by Thom Yorke with directors Christine Jones and Steven Hoggett, the show reimagines Elsinore as a surveillance state and follows Hamlet and Ophelia’s awakening to corruption. Samuel Blenkin returns as Hamlet, with Ami Tredrea as Ophelia and Paul Hilton as Claudius and the Ghost. The production runs from 31 October 2026 to 23 January 2027, with tickets available from 26 June.

Thom Yorke and directors Christine Jones and Steven Hoggett bring their hybrid production Hamlet Hail to the Thief to London’s Barbican following earlier runs in Manchester and Stratford-upon-Avon. The show blends Shakespeare’s tragedy with Radiohead’s 2003 album, reimagining Elsinore as a surveillance state and using music and movement to underscore themes of corruption and awakening. Key cast members, including Samuel Blenkin and Ami Tredrea, will reprise their roles. The production is scheduled to run from late October 2026 to January 2027, with public ticket sales beginning on 26 June.

Callum Turner addressed speculation that he may be selected as the next James Bond, saying he knows no more than the public and finds the rumours amusing. He declined to comment directly on whether he would take the role. Ongoing speculation follows Amazon MGM Studios assuming creative control of the franchise, with the next film set to be written by Steven Knight and directed by Denis Villeneuve. Other actors reportedly in contention include Harris Dickinson and Jacob Elordi. Idris Elba reiterated that longstanding rumours linking him to the role were never realistic, citing global audience expectations around the character.

Callum Turner downplays speculation that he could become the next James Bond, calling the rumours amusing and insisting he has no information about the role. George Clooney publicly supports him as a strong candidate, citing his suitability for the part. The search for a successor to Daniel Craig continues under Amazon MGM Studios, with several other actors also circulating in rumours while Idris Elba reiterates that long‑running claims about his candidacy were never realistic.

An eight‑metre embroidered “Ta‑Pastry” tapestry created by royal embroiderers Hawthorne & Heaney for Greggs was unveiled at London’s Design Museum to mark National Sausage Roll Day. The artwork illustrates six chapters of Greggs’ history, from founder John Gregg’s early deliveries in Newcastle to the arrival of the vegan roll and the product’s modern‑day popularity. Displayed publicly on 5 and 6 June, the piece pays contemporary tribute to the Bayeux Tapestry while celebrating a snack the bakery sells in large volumes daily.

Madonna launched Pride Month with a surprise six-song concert in New York City's Times Square, previewing tracks from her forthcoming album Confessions II, including songs featuring Sabrina Carpenter. The event, livestreamed on YouTube, included music from her 2005 album Confessions on a Dance Floor and visual tributes to LGBTQ+ figures Marsha P. Johnson and Keith Haring. It was presented as part of Madonna's ongoing partnership with Grindr.

Madonna opened Pride Month with a surprise Times Square concert previewing her upcoming album Confessions II, performing a mix of hits and new songs amid visuals celebrating LGBT+ icons. The event, livestreamed on YouTube, is part of her ongoing partnership with Grindr and continues her framing of the new album as a tribute to dance music’s communal and spiritual culture.

Rosalía postponed three Florida concerts due to an unspecified family emergency, affecting two Miami shows and one in Orlando. Venues and Live Nation advised fans to keep their tickets while new dates are arranged. The postponements follow an earlier disruption during the tour when she cut short a Milan show due to severe food poisoning. The Lux Tour supports her latest album and continues globally through September.

A rare J. M. W. Turner watercolour depicting the Swiss landscape around Lake Lauerz is due to be auctioned by Christie's with an estimated price of £400,000 to £600,000. The work, one of Turner's late Swiss-tour watercolours, has documented provenance and remains in private hands. It will headline the “Lines of Vision: Celebrating 20 Years of Stephen Ongpin Fine Art” sale during Christie's Classic Week, alongside roughly 100 works on paper spanning five centuries.

A rare JMW Turner watercolour depicting a Swiss landscape is expected to sell for £400,000 to £600,000 at a Christie's auction headlining a sale celebrating 20 years of Stephen Ongpin Fine Art. The auction will feature around 100 works on paper spanning five centuries, including pieces by Picasso, Tiepolo, Klee and Matisse. Stephen Ongpin and Christie's representatives highlight the intimacy and historical significance of drawings, with a pre-sale exhibition scheduled from June 26 to July 2.

New cast members including Olivia Attwood, George Clarke, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, Matt Morsia, Julian Clary and Nigel Havers join the upcoming season of Celebrity Gogglebox, with several appearing alongside family or collaborators. Returning duos such as Vernon Kay and Paddy McGuinness and Rylan with his mother Linda are also featured. The series airs on 5 June at 9pm on Channel 5, with new cast members describing the experience as lively and enjoyable.

Several new celebrities, including Olivia Attwood, George Clarke, and Gladiators stars Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Matt Morsia, join the upcoming series of Celebrity Gogglebox, sharing humorous reflections on their participation. Julian Clary and Nigel Havers also join the cast alongside a broad lineup of returning favourites. The series premieres on 5 June on Channel 5.

Tan France describes feeling ashamed of having hidden his Pakistani heritage while growing up in the UK, identifying with themes of internalised self‑hatred portrayed in the play The P Word. Now part of the play’s production team, he praises its mix of emotional depth and humour and its effort to humanise gay Pakistani asylum seekers and highlight the discrimination faced by brown queer people in Britain.

Tan France reflects on the shame he once felt hiding his Pakistani heritage and connects his experiences to themes in The P Word, a play he is helping produce about the struggles of gay Pakistani men and the hardships asylum seekers face in the UK. Playwright Waleed Akhtar emphasises the ongoing relevance of the story amid restrictive migration policies and aims to humanise asylum seekers beyond statistics. France praises the production’s emotional impact and use of humour, viewing his involvement as a way to support and highlight the Muslim community.

Irish presenter Laura Whitmore announced the early arrival of her second child with husband Iain Stirling, sharing photos on social media. The couple, who married in 2020 and have a daughter born in 2021, had revealed the pregnancy in February and received congratulations from several celebrity friends.

Laura Whitmore announced the early arrival of her second child with Iain Stirling, sharing a photo and describing the birth as unexpectedly early. Stirling celebrated with a humorous post, while celebrity friends offered congratulations. The couple, who keep their children’s names private, previously welcomed their first child in 2021.

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton appeared to confirm their relationship through an Instagram post featuring shared moments, including a cycling video and family photos. The pair have been seen together at several major events in recent months, with their connection dating back to 2014. Both have recently discussed their single status and personal priorities, with Hamilton emphasizing career focus and Kardashian expressing openness to finding the right partner.

Kim Kardashian shared Instagram images and video of herself with Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton, effectively confirming their romantic relationship. The pair, linked since February after several public appearances together, have known each other for years, dating back to attending the 2014 GQ Men of the Year awards with their former partners.

Police are examining footage showing Helen Mirren subjected to antisemitic abuse in London, attempting to contact her to determine whether she wishes to file a report. The video, posted anonymously, depicts verbal harassment directed at Mirren and her husband, prompting further investigation as a potential hate crime amid broader efforts to address rising hate incidents. Public figures, including MP Robert Jenrick, condemned the harassment, while Mirren’s longstanding support for Israel was noted as the context for the abuse.

Police are reviewing social‑media footage showing Helen Mirren being verbally abused in London, investigating the incident as a possible hate crime and attempting to contact her about filing a report. Mirren has previously voiced support for Israel, though she is not Jewish.

Steven Spielberg expresses caution about artificial intelligence in creative work, acknowledging its usefulness for technical tasks like location scouting but rejecting its role in making artistic decisions. He stresses that AI cannot replace human creativity or emotional depth. He also reiterates his belief in extraterrestrial life, describing its existence as scientifically probable.

A new drama titled Moriarty will reimagine the Sherlock Holmes universe by centering on Professor James Moriarty, depicted as a criminal psychology professor secretly orchestrating crimes in northern England. Forced to work with police detective Imogen Burrows to dismantle a rival criminal network while hiding his identity, the series is being developed by Fremantle and Archery Pictures, with Chris Cornwell and Oliver Lansley writing and Kris Thykier producing. Casting has not yet been announced.

Steven Spielberg warns that artificial intelligence should not replace human creativity in filmmaking, emphasizing that it cannot substitute for the soul or genuine sentience. While open to AI assisting with practical tasks such as location scouting, he rejects the idea of it influencing creative decisions like dialogue, camera work or set design. He also discussed his belief in extraterrestrial life and his upcoming film Disclosure Day, which explores the possibility that aliens are already present on Earth. “Use AI as a tool, but not as the final word,” he said, stressing concern only when technology replaces creative individuals.