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Dame Shirley Bassey Announces She Can No Longer Respond to Fan Mail Due to Surgery

Dame Shirley Bassey reveals she can no longer reply to fan mail due to upcoming hand surgery, reflecting on her 70-year career and honours.

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French and Saunders to Star as Ugly Sisters in London Palladium Cinderella Panto

Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders reunite after 17 years to star as the Ugly Sisters in the London Palladium's Cinderella pantomime, joining a star-studded cast including Julian Clary.

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Adolescence Leads 2026 Bafta TV Award Nominations with 11 Nods

Jack Thorne’s drama Adolescence leads the 2026 Bafta TV nominations with 11 nods, followed by Steven Knight’s Forty Elephants and Star Wars spin-off Andor. The BBC tops broadcaster nominations with 73.

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Martin Clunes Stars as Huw Edwards in One-Off Scandal Drama Tonight

Tonight's TV highlights include Martin Clunes as Huw Edwards in a scandal drama, Stacey Solomon helping dads declutter, a true-crime documentary on Stephanie Hansen's murder, and a look at rapper Pa Salieu's life post-prison.

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Irvine Welsh Brings Trainspotting to London Stage as a New Musical

Irvine Welsh’s 1993 novel Trainspotting is being adapted into a musical opening in London this July, featuring original songs and selections from the film soundtrack.

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Anthony Hopkins Returns to Wales for New Film Inspired by Dylan Thomas

Sir Anthony Hopkins returns to Wales to film 'A Visit To Grandpa's,' inspired by Dylan Thomas' poetry and childhood memories in the Welsh countryside.

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Ryan Gosling's Project Hail Mary Tops 2026 Box Office with $140.9M Debut

Ryan Gosling's Project Hail Mary has earned $140.9M globally, becoming 2026's top box office debut and Amazon MGM's fastest start. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the film adapts Andy Weir's novel and has received mixed critical reviews.

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Karen Hauer Leaves Strictly After 14 Years as Longest-Serving Female Pro

Karen Hauer, Strictly Come Dancing's longest-serving female pro, has left the show after 14 years to pursue new passions, reflecting on her transformative journey and memorable partnerships.

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The Story Behind the Fibreglass Rhinos Guarding a Scottish Housing Estate

Two fibreglass rhinos have guarded a Scottish housing estate for decades. Created in the late 1980s or early 1990s by Robbie Coleman, the rhinos have become community symbols, with local involvement in their upkeep and decoration. A similar rhino now stands in Birmingham.

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Carwyn Ellis Honors Teacher Haf Morris for Inspiring His Musical Journey

Carwyn Ellis credits his former music teacher Haf Morris for nurturing his talent, influencing his diverse musical career from cerdd dant roots to global performances.

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Duffer Brothers’ New Horror Series ‘Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen’ Delivers Chilling Suspense

The Duffer brothers’ new Netflix horror series follows a couple heading to a cabin wedding, delivering chilling suspense and eerie imagery that explores marriage, dread, and unsettling family secrets.

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Can You Solve These Mind-Bending Optical Illusions?

Explore five stunning optical illusions by Olivier Redon, including Necker cube-inspired images, a can illusion, and perspective tricks that challenge your perception.

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