Star Trek’s William Shatner blasts into space on Blue Origin rocket
The actor who played Captain Kirk in the classic TV show is the oldest person ever to go to space....
Rolling Stones drop Brown Sugar from US tour set list
It follows unease with the depictions of black women and references to slavery in the hit song....
Racism in the music industry ‘is upfront and personal’
A new report says that 86% of black musicians have faced barriers because of their race....
Squid Game beats Bridgerton to Netflix top spot
The Korean drama is Netflix’s biggest debut hit, with 111 million users in its first 28 days....
What’s the secret of a great comedy song?
As he launches a podcast on the science of funny songs, comedian Phil Nichol reveals his favourites....
Myleene Klass: Miscarriages turned my world inside out
The musician and broadcaster speaks about the “horrific” experience of going through four miscarriages....
Dancing on Ice 2022: Meet the 12 celebrities
Corrie’s Sally Dynevor, the Happy Mondays’ Bez and ex-Strictly pro Brendan Cole are on the bill....
Irish author Sally Rooney in Israel boycott row
Her rejection of an Israeli company to translate her new book into Hebrew triggers anger and praise....
Masterchef: Elizabeth Haigh’s book pulled after plagiarism claims
Elizabeth Haigh’s Makan cookbook is said to “copy or paraphrase” work by fellow chef Sharon Wee....
DC Comics reveal that latest Superman character is bisexual
In an upcoming comic the new reiteration of Superman, Jon Kent, will be pictured in a same-sex kiss....