Costa Book of the Year: Sebastian Barry on second win

Sebastian Barry, who has won the Costa Book of the Year for a second time, tells the BBC that he dedicated the prize to his son, but reveals his children don't read his books. Costa Book of the Year: Sebastian Barry on second win

Doctor Who: Who will be the 13th Time Lord?

Peter Capaldi is bowing out at Christmas after four years in the role. His successor will become the 13th Doctor. But who could it be? Doctor Who: Who will be the 13th Time Lord?

Peter Capaldi 'sad' to leave Doctor Who

Peter Capaldi reveals to BBC Radio 2's Jo Whiley that the new series of Doctor Who will be his last. Peter Capaldi 'sad' to leave Doctor Who

Hollywood actors react to President Trump's travel ban

Hollywood actors including Bryan Cranston and Naomie Harris react to President Trump's travel ban. Hollywood actors react to President Trump's travel ban

Fake news: This is a war on 'alternative media'

Editor-in-chief of Your News Wire says war on fake news is a war on alternative media. Fake news: This is a war on 'alternative media'

We win 'when we come together', says SAG actress

It was good night for diversity and outspoken actors at the annual Screen Actors Guild awards in Los Angeles. We win 'when we come together', says SAG actress

Photographing the abandoned: Roman Robroek, Urban Explorer

Photographer Roman Robroek tells the BBC's Dan Damon how his hobby exploring Europe's abandoned places began. Photographing the abandoned: Roman Robroek, Urban Explorer

David Beckham on why marriage with Victoria succeeds

The footballer on why he thinks his marriage stays strong, in an interview for Desert Island Discs. David Beckham on why marriage with Victoria succeeds

Garry Fraser: How I went from dealing to Trainspotting

Edinburgh's Garry Fraser went from heroin user to making films; it got him a shot at the big time with T2 Trainspotting. Garry Fraser: How I went from dealing to Trainspotting

The 40-minute video that won £40,000

A 40-minute video art installation inspired by migration and religious persecution wins a £40,000 prize. The 40-minute video that won £40,000

David Beckham on Desert Island Discs

David Beckham has revealed he has long held an interest in fashion, during a recording for Radio 4, set to air on Sunday at 11:15. David Beckham on Desert Island Discs

Sigourney Weaver remembers Sir John Hurt's famous Alien scene

Speaking in 2015, the actress Sigourney Weaver remembered the famous scene in Alien in which a little creature jumped out of John Hurt's chest. Sigourney Weaver remembers Sir John Hurt's famous Alien scene

A look back at the life of Sir John Hurt

Oscar-nominated British actor Sir John Hurt has died aged 77. A look back at the life of Sir John Hurt

Who will represent the UK at Eurovision 2017?

Viewers at home and jury of music professionals are set to decide who represents the UK at Eurovision 2017. Who will represent the UK at Eurovision 2017?

First man on television speaks

Scottish inventor John Logie Baird gave the first public demonstration of television on 26 January, 1926. First man on television speaks

Ghent Library moves home via human chain

Volunteers in Ghent, Belgium, have their local library move covered. Ghent Library moves home via human chain

Parris Goebel: The woman changing hip hop

Parris Goebel has gone from small-town New Zealand girl to global dance and style icon. Parris Goebel: The woman changing hip hop

Alex Jones reveals birth on One Show

Welsh BBC TV presenter Alex Jones reveals live on The One Show she has given birth to a baby boy. Alex Jones reveals birth on One Show

Art Deco ceiling found at Khan's Bargains, Peckham

Restoration work in Rye Lane, Peckham, has revealed its long-forgotten history as the Oxford Street of the south. Art Deco ceiling found at Khan's Bargains, Peckham

Madness: 'We need to save music venues'

Pop band Madness talk about the importance of small music venues, as they unveil a heritage plaque at the Dublin Castle. Madness: 'We need to save music venues'

Mary Tyler Moore was 'ahead of her time'

Dick Van Dyke remembers Mary Tyler Moore Mary Tyler Moore was 'ahead of her time'

Forest Whitaker on hopes for Trump presidency

The actor hopes "common ground" will be found under the US president's leadership. Forest Whitaker on hopes for Trump presidency

Ant and Dec net trio of National Television Awards

Ant and Dec won three prizes at the National Television Awards, including best TV presenter for the 16th year. Ant and Dec net trio of National Television Awards

Sisters' Robert Burns tribute tops iTunes chart

Two sisters from Bearsden celebrate after their record featuring the Melodies of Scotland tops the classical chart on iTunes. Sisters' Robert Burns tribute tops iTunes chart

Aidan Turner: 'You want me to get naked?'

Stars of the small-screen are gathering for the National Television Awards being held at the O2 in London. Aidan Turner: 'You want me to get naked?'

Stevie Wonder heard Grayson Erhard play and joined him on stage

The young musician was performing in the lobby of a Los Angeles hotel as part of a music festival when the legendary Stevie Wonder heard him. Stevie Wonder heard Grayson Erhard play and joined him on stage

McGregor: Trump would identify with Begbie

Trainspotting's Ewan McGregor says President Trump would most identify with the iconic character of Begbie. McGregor: Trump would identify with Begbie

What happens to waxworks of former US presidents?

As Donald Trump is immortalised in wax upon moving into the White House, here is a look at what happens to waxworks of former presidents when they leave office. What happens to waxworks of former US presidents?

Oscar nominations 2017: Who's up for an award?

A quick look at who's been nominated for gongs at the 89th Academy Awards, which take place in Los Angeles on February 26. Oscar nominations 2017: Who's up for an award?

Oscar nominations 2017: Seven non-white actors recognised

Diversity in the 2017 Oscar nominations and how it compares to last year's crop. Oscar nominations 2017: Seven non-white actors recognised

Oscars 2017: Ryan Gosling vs Justin Timberlake for best song

Ryan Gosling, Justin Timberlake and Sting will battle it out for the best song Oscar. Oscars 2017: Ryan Gosling vs Justin Timberlake for best song

Afghanistan women's orchestra closes global forum

The Zohra Afghan women's orchestra teaching music - once banned under the Taliban - to girls. Afghanistan women's orchestra closes global forum

A trip through an underwater museum

Exhibits about climate change and migration are just two of 12 installations in Museo Atlantico, an underwater museum off the coast of Lanzarote. A trip through an underwater museum

'Gambian anthem': Red Card for Jammeh

How Red Card by Silky Criss became the anthem of The Gambia's recent political crisis. 'Gambian anthem': Red Card for Jammeh

Matthew McConaughey talks about how winning a Best Actor Oscar changed his life

Matthew McConaughey talks about winning the Oscar in 2014 and how chefs are nice to him in restaurants now Matthew McConaughey talks about how winning a Best Actor Oscar changed his life

Born Slippy was 'heartbeat of Trainspotting'

Underworld talks about how life has changed since Trainspotting Born Slippy was 'heartbeat of Trainspotting'

John Humphrys' tribute to the 1990s film Trainspotting

John Humphrys pays tribute to Trainspotting with his own version of Ewan McGregor's famous 'Choose Life' monologue John Humphrys' tribute to the 1990s film Trainspotting

'Allo 'Allo! star Gorden Kaye dies at 75

Gorden Kaye, best known for playing Rene Artois in the long-running BBC sitcom 'Allo 'Allo!, has died aged 75. 'Allo 'Allo! star Gorden Kaye dies at 75

Stars at T2 Trainspotting premiere

The stars of T2 Trainspotting have gathered in Edinburgh for the film's world premiere. Stars at T2 Trainspotting premiere

2,000 guitars in mini scale

A musician from Opole in Poland has made 2,000 mini guitars. 2,000 guitars in mini scale

T2 Trainspotting: What would you choose?

T2 Trainspotting comes out in cinemas on 27 January. T2 Trainspotting: What would you choose?

Wall of sound as Celtic Connections gets political

Bands get political as Celtic Connections performers take on the subject of borders and Donald Trump's plan for a wall on the Mexican border. Wall of sound as Celtic Connections gets political

Brit Awards 2017: Who will replace Michael Buble?

Who will host the Brit Awards after Michael Buble announced a career hiatus to care for his family? Brit Awards 2017: Who will replace Michael Buble?

John Voight at Trump's inauguration concert

Actor John Voight delivered the opening speech at the inauguration concert for Donald Trump. John Voight at Trump's inauguration concert

My Shop: Kristin Baybars' toy shop in London

Kristin Baybars has made and sold toys from her shop for 40 years - and modern toys don't impress her. My Shop: Kristin Baybars' toy shop in London

Which 2016 TV advert got most complaints?

A series of TV adverts featuring dancing builders and businessmen wearing hot pants prompted the most complaints last year. Which 2016 TV advert got most complaints?

Hull housing estate gets lit up for City of Culture

Coloured lights are installed in blocks of flats in Hull as part of an arts project. Hull housing estate gets lit up for City of Culture

Natalie Portman on playing Jackie Kennedy

The actress says her latest role is "a portrait of grief and incredible sorrow". Natalie Portman on playing Jackie Kennedy

Sir Simon Rattle anticipates Brexit travel problems

Sir Simon Rattle says he can see travel problems for his orchestra when the UK leaves the EU. Sir Simon Rattle anticipates Brexit travel problems

Viola Davis: Hollywood 'being forced to open up'

Hollywood star Viola Davis says black actors are demanding better parts, and are finally getting them. Viola Davis: Hollywood 'being forced to open up'

A big stop for America's big top

The "Greatest Show on Earth", the Ringling Bros circus, will cease to be in May. A big stop for America's big top

Timothy Spall on playing Holocaust denier David Irving

Denial is a film about the renegade British historian David Irving, accused of denying the Holocaust. Timothy Spall on playing Holocaust denier David Irving

Welsh choir's New York performance to remember Aberfan

A Gwynedd choir which reached the final of the Britain's Got Talent TV show is performing at New York's Carnegie Hall. Welsh choir's New York performance to remember Aberfan

David Bowie song question answered by Rick Wakeman

Keyboard wizard Rick Wakeman has solved the mystery surrounding the piano playing on the David Bowie song Oh You Pretty Things. David Bowie song question answered by Rick Wakeman

Sky pulls Jackson show over white actor

Sky has pulled a TV programme about Michael Jackson - it's not the first casting controversy. Sky pulls Jackson show over white actor

Former psychiatric patient's asylum art

Artist David Beales uses his experience of living in psychiatric hospitals to share stories of mental health. Former psychiatric patient's asylum art

Pining for the fallen eight million Christmas trees?

Poet Brian Bilston laments the millions of Christmas trees the UK buys and discards every year. Pining for the fallen eight million Christmas trees?

Photos of The Jam unearthed for new album

Newly discovered photos of a show by The Jam in 1979 have been used on a new live album. Photos of The Jam unearthed for new album

How is Hollywood pay decided?

Manager Roxane Vacca explains just what the 'quota' system in Hollywood means. How is Hollywood pay decided?

Henrik Larsson answer far from Pointless

Boyfriend's advice on Henrik Larsson answer wins Pointless Henrik Larsson answer far from Pointless

Ben Affleck: 'My mum is so proud of Casey'

Ben Affleck and Sienna Miller are promoting new film Live By Night, but Affleck also has time to praise brother Casey. Ben Affleck: 'My mum is so proud of Casey'

Why Hollywood is ga ga for La La

The film world has gone ga ga for La La Land, and its director reckons that's no bad thing for the world of musicals. Why Hollywood is ga ga for La La

White actor as Jackson 'not meant to insult'

Actor Brian Cox defends the casting of Joseph Fiennes as King of Pop Michael Jackson in new comedy Urban Myths White actor as Jackson 'not meant to insult'

George Michael school poems unearthed

Two poems written by an 11-year-old George Michael have been unearthed by an old school mate in the wake of his death. George Michael school poems unearthed

How wholesalers are trying to spot the next big smart toy

Hundreds of toys have gone on display in Hong Kong, with wholesalers trying to spot what will be the next hit. How wholesalers are trying to spot the next big smart toy

La La Land: Teaching Ryan Gosling piano in just 3 months

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Shah Rukh Khan: 'I travel in the trunk of my car sometimes'

Shah Rukh Khan spoke to Haroon Rashid about the unusual methods he uses to avoid being mobbed by fans. Shah Rukh Khan: 'I travel in the trunk of my car sometimes'

Neil Patrick Harris: I took child actor 'under my wing'

Former child star Neil Patrick Harris says he gave guidance to a British child actor during the filming of A Series of Unfortunate Events. Neil Patrick Harris: I took child actor 'under my wing'

Priyanka Chopra: I don't like getting paid less than the boys

Actor Priyanka Chopra talks to the BBC about the gender pay gap and "white washing". Priyanka Chopra: I don't like getting paid less than the boys

Robbie Williams tickets sold at higher prices

Gig tickets are being put directly onto resale ticketing websites at higher prices by Robbie Williams's management team, the Victoria Derbyshire programme has found. Robbie Williams tickets sold at higher prices

Clare Hollingworth: War correspondent's greatest scoop

Clare Hollingworth, the veteran British war correspondent who broke the news of the Nazi invasion of Poland, has died in Hong Kong at the age of 105. Clare Hollingworth: War correspondent's greatest scoop

Baftas 2017: La La Land leads film award nominations

La La Land has received the most nominations for the British Academy Film Awards with 11 nods. Baftas 2017: La La Land leads film award nominations

Kidman: I wish I'd had more children

Nicole Kidman tells the Victoria Derbyshire programme that she would like more children of her own. Kidman: I wish I'd had more children

Standing ovations for Hillary Clinton at Broadway play

Mrs Clinton receives a standing ovation from the crowd at the final performance of The Color Purple. Standing ovations for Hillary Clinton at Broadway play

Golden Globes: Stars of stage and screen on red carpet

The stars of stage and screen were on the red carpet for the 2017 Golden Globes in Los Angeles. Golden Globes: Stars of stage and screen on red carpet

Golden Globes: Meryl Streep attacks Donald Trump in speech

Meryl Streep strongly criticises Donald Trump as she receives a Golden Globes lifetime award. Golden Globes: Meryl Streep attacks Donald Trump in speech

Peter Sarstedt's most famous song

Peter Sarstedt, who took Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)? to the UK number one spot in February 1969, has died aged 75. Peter Sarstedt's most famous song

The Golden Globes take place this weekend in Los Angeles

Award season officially gets under way this weekend, when the Golden Globes are handed out. The Golden Globes take place this weekend in Los Angeles

Om Puri 'relished being on set' - Director Gurinder Chadha

Actor Om Puri, who has died aged 66, 'relished being on set' says British film director Gurinder Chadha. Om Puri 'relished being on set' - Director Gurinder Chadha

Om Puri reflects on his career in 1984

Om Puri spoke to the BBC's Asian Magazine programme in 1984 about what he hoped to achieve in his career. Om Puri reflects on his career in 1984

BBC Sound Of 2017: Ray BLK wins

Ray BLK, the Sound Of 2017 winner, explains how her south London neighbourhood shaped her music. BBC Sound Of 2017: Ray BLK wins

Stonehenge: Hidden sounds of prehistoric site revealed on new app

How technology used in video games has helped one academic to recreate the hidden sounds of Stonehenge. Stonehenge: Hidden sounds of prehistoric site revealed on new app

Om Puri: A clip from British film East is East

The Indian actor Om Puri has died at the age of 66. He was known internationally for his film roles, including in British film East is East. Om Puri: A clip from British film East is East

100 Women: The blind oud player who sees through music

Dalia Sabry is a blind music instructor in Jordan helping people with disabilities cope through music. 100 Women: The blind oud player who sees through music

Actor Akshay Kumar condemns sex attacks

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar condemns politicians for blaming women over sex attacks in Bangalore on New Year's Eve. Actor Akshay Kumar condemns sex attacks

Warwick Davis: Acting in Star Wars with Carrie Fisher

Actor Warwick Davis recalls acting with the late Carrie Fisher in Star Wars. Warwick Davis: Acting in Star Wars with Carrie Fisher

BBC Sound of 2017: Rag 'N' Bone Man

Rag'n'Bone Man is on the shortlist for the BBC Sound Of 2017. He showed the BBC round his dressing room ahead of his sold out gig at Electric Brixton. BBC Sound of 2017: Rag 'N' Bone Man

Unusual London through the lens

London photographer Peter Dazeley takes us on a tour of some of his favourite spots. Unusual London through the lens

Singer Raye is on the Sound of 2017 shortlist.

Singer Raye is on the Sound of 2017 shortlist. She gives BBC News an insight into her life at home. Singer Raye is on the Sound of 2017 shortlist.

BBC Sound of 2017: Raye

Singer Raye is on the Sound of 2017 shortlist. She gives BBC News an insight into her life at home. BBC Sound of 2017: Raye

Former runner up of The Jump Louise Hazel advises athletes to withdraw from show

Olympic heptathlete and former runner up of The Jump Louise Hazel advises athletes Jade Jones and Kadeena Cox to "withdraw from the competition". Former runner up of The Jump Louise Hazel advises athletes to withdraw from show

Vinyl sales 'at all time high'

Vinyl sales are the highest they've been in 25 years. More than 3.2 million records were sold last year. Vinyl sales 'at all time high'

Ferguson says she will play at the Trump inauguration if she can sing Strange Fruit

Former X Factor contestant Rebecca Ferguson says she will play at the Trump inauguration if she can sing anti-lynching anthem Strange Fruit. Ferguson says she will play at the Trump inauguration if she can sing Strange Fruit

BBC Sound Of 2017: Jorja Smith

Jorja Smith, who is on the shortlist for the Sound Of 2017, explains why she takes inspiration from the Royal Albert Hall. BBC Sound Of 2017: Jorja Smith

Singer Katie Melua travels to Tbilisi to record new album

Singer Katie Melua travelled to the Georgian capital Tbilisi to record her new album. Singer Katie Melua travels to Tbilisi to record new album

Sound of 2017 shortlist: Meet Nadia Rose

Nadia Rose is on the shortlist of the Sound of 2017. She took BBC News back to her old school. Sound of 2017 shortlist: Meet Nadia Rose

Goodbye hippos: New BBC idents launched

BBC One's idents that play in between TV shows are replaced after 10 years with a new "diversity" campaign. Goodbye hippos: New BBC idents launched

Bambi illustrator 'drew from the heart'

The animator who was largely responsible for Bambi, Tyrus Wong, has died aged 106. Bambi illustrator 'drew from the heart'