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Eurovision Song Contest to release tribute film to celebrate 70th anniversary

The annual song competition first took place on May 24, 1956.

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Shirley Ballas says living with 88-year-old mother is ‘most joyous thing’

The Strictly Come Dancing head judge told the Telegraph her mother is ‘self-sufficient’.

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Drake lands seventh number one record and three simultaneous Top 10 albums

The Canadian musician released his three new albums – Iceman, Maid Of Honour and Habibti – all at once last Friday.

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Cmat says ‘it’s nice to finally win an award in England’ with Ivors best album

Sam Fender won songwriter of the year, Rosalia was named international songwriter of the year and Sir Elton John received an Ivors Academy Honour.

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Andrew Ridgeley: George Michael would be ‘immensely proud’ of Ivors fellowship

The 63-year-old said Michael would have recognised the way modern songwriters at the ceremony spoke about the ‘art and the craft’ of songwriting.

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Linda Perry says songwriters should ’embrace’ artificial intelligence

The 4 Non Blondes singer and guitarist received the special international award at the 2026 Ivor Novello Awards.

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‘I don’t mind losing, I’m glad it’s still existing’: Self Esteem on Ivors

The awards are being held in London on Thursday.

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Jeremy Clarkson jokes ‘fat jabs’ left him looking ‘like a Lowry painting’

The 66-year-old has been outspoken about his experiences of taking weight loss medication.

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The Mandalorian And Grogu: Critics say Star Wars should be put out of its misery

The upcoming Jon Favreau film is the latest addition to the Star Wars franchise, based on the hit Disney+ spin-off series The Mandalorian.

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Dear England playwright praises local BBC radio for supporting first production

Graham appeared before the Culture, Media and Sport Committee (CMS) to discuss the issues facing the BBC.

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James Graham calls Sir Gareth Southgate a ‘hero for the ages’

The playwright is best known for writing the award-winning play Dear England, which tells the story of Sir Gareth’s time as England manager.

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Eurovision winner Dara had ‘doubt and anxiety’ about taking part in song contest

The 27-year-old won the competition at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria, with her song Bangaranga.

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Eurovision 2026: UK’s Look Mum No Computer last as Bulgaria wins first trophy

Bulgaria won the contest for the first time with Israel taking second place amid protests

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UK’s Look Mum No Computer last in Eurovision final as Bulgaria wins first trophy

Bulgaria won the contest for the first time with Israel taking second place.

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Eurovision 2026 in pictures: Eye-catching acts light up song contest final

The defining images of the night as Eurovision Song Contest put on a spectacular display in Vienna

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Look Mum No Computer performs in Eurovision final as Israel gets mixed reception

Look Mum No Computer, whose real name is Sam Battle, performed his song Eins, Zwei, Drei at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria.

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Look Mum No Computer to perform in Eurovision final amid boycott over Israel

Israeli entrant, Bettan, was booed by the crowd during his performance in Tuesday’s semi-final.

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Protesters accuse Eurovision of ‘normalisation of war crimes’ at Vienna event

Eurovision’s grand final will take place on Saturday.

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Former Bucks Fizz members say UK Eurovision entrant is ‘marmite’

The UK’s last three Eurovision entrants, Remember Monday, Olly Alexander and Mae Muller, all failed to receive a single point from the public vote.

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Eurovision grand final rehearsal restarted after curtain fails to open

The curtain opened correctly after some adjustments and the rehearsal in Vienna then went ahead with few delays.

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Look Mum No Computer’s mum hails Eurovision semi-final: ‘He nailed it’

The UK entry, whose real name is Sam Battle, performed his song Eins, Zwei, Drei, during Thursday’s second semi final.

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'Car crash': Eurovision 2026 fans deliver scathing verdict on UK Look Mum No Computer performance

UK entry Sam Battle has already qualified for Saturday’s grand final as one of the big four countries

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‘We’re desperate for points’: UK Eurovision fans flock to Vienna for semi-final

British fans have turned out to support Look Mum No Computer, whose real name is Sam Battle,

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James Corden reveals his least favourite Gavin And Stacey episode

The 47-year-old is best known for co-creating and starring in the hit BBC comedy alongside Ruth Jones.

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Sir Ian McKellen returning to London stage in first major theatre role since fall

Lord of the Rings and Avengers star will appear in an adaptation of King Lear at a small theatre in Hackney Wick

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