BBC knew about police investigation into Scott Mills in 2017 | UK News

The BBC knew about a police probe into DJ Scott Mills in 2017 but sacked him after receiving “new information” in the weeks before he was dismissed. The corporation said…

BBC apologises for response after Scott Mills allegations raised last year | Ents & Arts News

The BBC has apologised for its response after allegations about Scott Mills were raised with the broadcaster last year. The Radio 2 star had his contract terminated at the weekend,…

Scott Mills was investigated over allegations of ‘serious sexual offences’ against teenage boy | Ents & Arts News

Scott Mills was investigated over allegations of “serious sexual offences” against a teenage boy nearly 30 years ago. The BBC gave few details about his sacking on Monday, only that…

Celine Dion: Eiffel Tower lit up to announce singer’s comeback gigs | Ents & Arts News

Celine Dion has announced her first series of full-length concerts since being diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome (SPS). The French-Canadian singer revealed she had the rare and incurable disease in 2022…

Arnold Schwarzenegger returns to Belfast to receive honorary doctorate | UK News

Arnold Schwarzenegger has said it is “unbelievable” after receiving an honorary doctorate from Ulster University – and recalled how Belfast gave him a “breakthrough”. The 78-year-old actor was in Belfast to be…

Bronze Age shield returns to Scotland for first time in more than 230 years | UK News

A Bronze Age shield has returned to Scotland for the first time in more than 230 years. The shield was discovered during labouring work near Beith in North Ayrshire around…

Russell Brand’s rape trial delayed for six months | Ents & Arts News

Russell Brand’s trial over allegations of rape and sexual assault has been delayed until October. The comedian, TV presenter, podcaster and actor is accused of three counts of rape, three…

Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills sacked by BBC over ‘personal conduct’ | UK News

DJ Scott Mills has been sacked by the BBC over his “personal conduct”. The Radio 2 star had his contract terminated at the weekend, following an allegation relating to his…

Olivia Dean cleans up again at MOBO Awards – as Pharrell Williams takes special prize for songwriting | Ents & Arts News

First a Grammy, then the Brits – now singer-songwriter Olivia Dean is queen of the MOBO Awards, picking up three of the top prizes. Dean was named best female act…

Oscars to leave Hollywood – organisers announce move to downtown Los Angeles for 2029 | Ents & Arts News

The Oscars ceremony is leaving Hollywood, organisers have announced. Coinciding with the previously announced broadcast switch to YouTube, the show will move from the Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard to…