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The Odyssey film fans inspired to go back to the source
Book sales and audiobook figures for Homer's original poem rise sharply after the film's release. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Enterta...
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'Devastated' Millie Bobby Brown leads tributes to Kaylee Hottle
The 18-year-old Godzilla vs Kong actress died in a car crash in Frederick, Maryland. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment &...
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Oasis overtake The Beatles in all-time UK album chart
The Gallagher brothers surpass their idols on a list published for the 70th anniversary of the album chart. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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How a singer's chance encounter led to an alien experience in Hollywood
Winnie Ama couldn't believe her luck when she had the chance to sing her original song in the new Supergirl movie - but there was a catch. Newsiline summa...
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Rebel Wilson cleared in defamation case brought by actress in her own film
Wilson was accused of defaming young Australian actress Charlotte MacInnes, but cleared by a Sydney court. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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'Play music loud to remember Ozzy' says Sharon on first anniversary of his death
Sharon Osbourne shares with the BBC her memories and hopes for the future. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers...
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Mooloo Farm's sunflower festival helps palliative care patients
When Noel and Debbie Greenshaw started sowing sunflowers, they had no idea how it would spark joy, connect them with their community, and help improve the...
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Godzilla vs Kong actress Kaylee Hottle dies in crash at 18
She portrayed a young deaf orphan named Jia in the 2021 blockbuster and its 2024 sequel. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment &a...
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BBC Introducing stage axed from Reading Festival
The stage has hosted up-and-coming artists including Ed Sheeran at the Berkshire festival since 2008. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ent...
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How a former Blue Peter presenter stunned America's Got Talent judges
Joel M made the judges' personal items disappear on the latest series of America's Got Talent. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainm...
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Fake photos of PNG celebrity being used in Facebook scams
Papua New Guinea prepares new laws to criminalise the malicious use of artificial intelligence, including deepfakes, voice cloning and digital impersonati...
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The musical journey of royal wedding cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason
Sheku Kanneh-Mason went viral performing at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links r...
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Beatles tour fans spot Sir Paul at traffic lights
Beatles fans are thrilled to see Sir Paul McCartney as their bus pulls up next to him in Liverpool. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Enter...
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How different is watching a film in IMAX?
BBC Verify examines viral claims the new film will be distorted if not seen on a dedicated screen Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Enterta...
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Ofcom launches investigation into Married at First Sight UK
In May, BBC Panorama revealed rape allegations from two women on the show, which the men involved deny. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - E...
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Mockbuster review – how to survive the nightmare of directing a terrible low-budget horror film
Struggling to make it in Australia, aspiring director Anthony Frith cold-calls the team behind Sharknado and bites off more than he can chew in this makin...
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Former World's Strongest Man to become a Gladiator
Tom Stoltman, a 32-year-old, 6ft 8in athlete from the Highlands, will join the cast of the BBC Saturday night primetime show for the fourth series. Newsil...
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Tributes paid to influential soul singer Ray King
King is remembered as a "Coventry musician who did so much and cared so much about his home city". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entert...
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Broadcaster and journalist Edward Stourton dies aged 68
Stourton hosted Radio 4's Today programme for a decade and was a founding member of Channel 4 News. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Enter...
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Author Randa Abdel-Fattah sues Bendigo Writers Festival organisers
Randa Abdel-Fattah launches legal action after Bendigo Writers Festival organisers sent a code of conduct that sparked censorship concerns and led to the...
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Maternity scandal to be dramatised in new series
The drama will centre on Sarah and Jack Hawkins, who were among the first people to raise the alarm. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ente...
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Tears streaming, Messi departs the World Cup stage a legend
As the champion wept on the pitch after the World Cup final defeat, Argentina may well have wondered with trepidation what life will look like in the post...
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Robert Peston found it 'too difficult' returning to Wales after his wife's death
The couple spent a lot of time in Wales, enjoying walks along the coast. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment & Arts and lin...
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Musos fear payday super rules could ruin live music industry
Two long-running Australian jazz festivals have been cancelled, with organisers blaming new superannuation rules. Newsiline summarises this report from AB...
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Oops!... We did a music quiz again
Your spelling and general trivia skills are useless here. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original publi...
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Signed Hockney print found in a book sells for £41K
The print, found in a book donated to a Salvation Army shop, is snapped up by an anonymous bidder. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entert...
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A raccoon with short spine syndrome, nicknamed "Jimothy", has been caught on film roaming Seattle.
A raccoon with short-spine syndrome, nicknamed "Jimothy", is gaining an online fanbase after being filmed roaming around Seattle. Newsiline summarises thi...
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Is the fear of unintentionally going viral changing clubbing for Gen Z?
For some young clubbers, the fear is not dancing badly, it's becoming content. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment & Arts a...
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'Wham! concerts changed lives in China' - Ridgeley
A new documentary shows the impact Wham! Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment & Arts and links readers to the original publi...
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16 World Cup viral moments - from Posh Spice's straight face to Haaland's bromance
We look at some of the most memorable scenes during the 2026 World Cup that set the internet alight. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ente...
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Welsh ceramicist watercolours expected to fetch up to £25,000 at auction
A series of watercolours by a Welsh ceramicist are to go under the hammer. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment & Arts and l...
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Andrew Flintoff crash passenger 'suffered PTSD and back injuries', court documents alleges
The particulars of Racing driver Paul Rees's claim against BBC Studios said he is suing for upwards of £100,000. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Lauren Laverne diagnosed with blood and bone marrow disorder
The broadcaster reveals she has smouldering myeloma, which can develop into a type of blood cancer. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Enter...
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New photograph marks Queen's 79th birthday
Queen Camilla is marking her birthday with a renewed commitment to supporting children's literacy. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entert...
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The 85-year-old living in her own art installation
After careers as a teacher, cookbook author and TV chef, Sue Kreitzman's life took a different path. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ente...
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Kit Connor and Joe Locke: 'Making a film like Heartstopper will forever be important'
The Netflix movie brings Alice Oseman's popular screen adaptation to a conclusion. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links...