Brigitte Bardot’s personal items sell for nearly €1m at auction in Paris
An auction of Brigitte Bardot’s personal belongings raised nearly €1 million in Paris, far exceeding estimates, with proceeds directed to her animal welfare foundation.
‘I tossed books across the room’: Booker Prize judges reveal ‘tussle’ over shortlist
Six books have been selected for the Booker Prize shortlist, including entries by returning nominees Marlon James and Douglas Stuart. Judges described the selection process as “a tussle” that required significant deliberation.
Choosin’ Texas unseats All I Want for Christmas as longest-running No 1 song on Billboard Hot 100
Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” has spent 23 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, surpassing Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” as the longest-running chart-topper in the chart’s 68-year history.
William and Catherine join Tom Cruise at Digger premiere
Prince William and Catherine attended the London premiere of Tom Cruise’s film Digger on Tuesday, marking a reunion with the Hollywood actor whom they have known for several years.
Jorja Smith wins best track at Independent Music Awards
Jorja Smith won best track at the Independent Music Awards for ‘The Way I Love You,’ accepting the honor at London’s Roundhouse on Tuesday night.
Oasis extend tour with extra shows in Knebworth, Rome and Munich
Oasis has announced additional 2027 reunion tour dates, including six nights at Knebworth House in Hertfordshire and new shows in Munich and Rome, bringing the total to 42 performances.