Entertainment and arts figures we lost in 2021
Remembering some of the figures from music, film, TV, radio and literature who died in 2021....
Alan Dershowitz: BBC says interview with Epstein ex-lawyer broke editorial standards
The BBC says Alan Dershowitz was not suitable as an impartial analyst in the Ghislaine Maxwell case....
Princess Diana: Files reveal plea for Elton John to perform at funeral
A top clergyman said a performance by Sir Elton would be “generous” for millions who felt bereaved....
15 films to look out for in the Oscars race
With the gong-giving season picking up steam, we look at the possible nominees for the big awards....
Critics decry JK Rowling’s absence in Potter reunion
Return To Hogwarts, which is released on New Year’s Day, has received mixed reviews....
Music preview 2022: The biggest releases, tours and films
What will Britney do now she’s free of her conservatorship, and who’s releasing new music in 2022?...
Vinyl sales soared again in 2021, thanks to Abba
The pop icons’ surprise return helped UK vinyl sales top five million for the first time since 1990....
Books 2022: A pick of of what’s coming up
Love reading? We’re here with a taste of new titles you might want on your wishlist....
Jean-Marc Vallée: Canadian filmmaker dies aged 58
The director’s works included Dallas Buyers Club, Wild and the TV series Big Little Lies...
Spider-Man: No Way Home becomes first pandemic-era film to top $1bn
It beat Chinese Korean War epic The Battle of Lake Changjin to be the highest grossing film of 2021....