Leading lights of London’s Theatreland have been “rocked and shocked” by the ceiling collapse at a West End theatre that left dozens of people injured.
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US TV star Phil Robertson suspended for anti-gay remarks
US reality star Phil Robertson has been suspended from his TV show following derogatory remarks about homosexuality.
Singer Adele awarded MBE at London Palace
Singer Adele has been awarded an MBE for services to music by the Prince of Wales at Buckingham Palace.
Lostprophets’ Ian Watkins sentenced to 35 years over child sex offences
Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins has been sentenced to 35 years for child sex offences including the attempted rape of a baby.
Jennifer Lawrence: weight comments ‘should be illegal’
Actress Jennifer Lawrence has said she thinks “it should be illegal to call someone fat on TV”, after red carpet criticism of her own figure.
Oscars: 289 films qualify for best picture
Some 289 feature films are eligible for the 2013 best picture Oscar, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Ampas) has said.
Can film help the Arab-Israeli peace process?
A batch of new films made in Israel and Palestine seek to cross the cultural divide, both on screen and off.
Oscar-winning actress Joan Fontaine dies aged 96
Oscar-winning actress Joan Fontaine – the star of several psychological thrillers produced by Alfred Hitchcock – has died in California aged 96.
Tributes paid to Lawrence of Arabia star Peter O’Toole
Tributes have been paid to actor Peter O’Toole, the star of the 1962 classic Lawrence of Arabia, who died on Saturday aged 81.
Victory Day being celebrated amid joy and enthusiasm in Rajshahi
The Victory Day-2013 is being celebrated in Rajshahi city and its adjacent areas through various programmes amid huge enthusiasm and festivity today.
Jack Whitehall named ‘King of Comedy’
Jack Whitehall has been named the 2013 king of comedy at the British Comedy Awards.
Beyonce puts surprise album on iTunes
Beyonce has unexpectedly released her fifth album on iTunes overnight, with 14 new songs and 17 music videos.
Kate Middleton inspires Kim Kardashian to have royal themed wedding?
Kim Kardashian is definitely royalty in Kanye West’s eyes and it seems like the KUWTK babe may be having a wedding dress made that is similar to Kate Middleton’s, with new reports claiming that Kim is styling herself around the…
Museum at Oxford acquires major Chinese art collection
The Ashmolean Museum in Oxford has announced the acquisition of one of the world’s most significant collections of modern Chinese art.
Beatles rarities being released to beat copyright laws
The Beatles are to release 59 rare and unheard recordings in a bid to stop their copyright protection expiring.
12 Years A Slave leads Golden Globe nominations
12 Years A Slave, directed by Britain’s Steve McQueen, and starringm Chiwetel Ejiofor is leading the nominations at this year’s Golden Globe Awards.
Weinsteins sue Warner over Hobbit film
Bob and Harvey Weinstein are suing Warner Bros over its decision to divide The Hobbit into three films, which will mean the Weinsteins receive no payment from the second and third instalments.
Two signed Damien Hirst art works stolen from Notting Hill Gallery
Two signed Damien Hirst works of art worth £33,000 have been stolen from a west London gallery four days after being displayed.
Lost Peter Sellers films to be screened at festival
Two “lost” films starring actor Peter Sellers are to be shown in public for the first time in more than 50 years.
Garth Brooks to go on world tour
US country singer Garth Brooks is to embark on a world tour, more than 10 years after he last hit the road.
Authors call for ‘digital bill of rights’
Hundreds of authors from around the world have written to the United Nations urging it to create an international bill of digital rights.
Frozen chills Hunger Games’ lead at US box office
Disney animation Frozen has toppled Hunger Games: Catching Fire off the top of the US box office chart in its second week of release.
Metro Manila wins best British indie film award
A film-maker who re-mortgaged his home to help fund his production was a triple winner at the Moet British Independent Film Awards in London.
Rocco Ritchie: 4 ways he’s just like mom Madonna
Rocco Ritchie inherited more than just looks from Madonna.
Jay Z dominates Grammys shortlists with nine nominations
Rapper Jay Z has dominated this year’s Grammy nominations, being shortlisted for nine awards.
Stan Tracey: Jazz pianist dies at the age of 86
Celebrated British jazz pianist Stan Tracey has died aged 86, his family have confirmed.
Pakistan Idol talent show is broadcast for first time
The first episode of the new music talent show Pakistan Idol has been broadcast to the delight of music lovers.
Entertainment world pays tribute to Mandela
The news of the death of Nelson Mandela broke during a royal gala screening of the biographical film Long Walk to Freedom in London.
Edward Hopper ‘bleak’ painting sells for record $40m
A Depression era view of New Jersey by Edward Hopper has sold for $40m (£24.4m), setting an auction record for the US artist.
Brits announce Critics’ Choice 2014 shortlist
Three artists have been shortlisted for this year’s Brit Critics’ Choice award, won last year by singer Tom Odell.