Could Download Festival be teasing Green Day as their 2025 headliner?

That’s Life! alongside Dame Esther Rantzen.The Bristol-based presenter also worked on as In at the Deep End and and spent an extended period as host of Points of View. As for his radio work, He also chaired Radio 4’s Pick of the Week and was the host of a long-running afternoon show on BBC Radio Bristol.Rantzen was among those paying tributes, sending her “deepest sympathy” to Serle’s family and writing in a statement: “I am so very sad to hear that Chris Serle, one of our best loved That’s Life! reporters, has died.“He was as nice off camera as he was in the studio on camera – funny, clever, charming, a very versatile presenter.

Massive Attack, IDLES and Nile Rodgers will play a series of gigs at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena in honour of the city being the world’s first ‘UN Accelerator City’ for climate change.It comes on the heels of Massive Attack’s Act 1.5 show in Bristol last month which saw them joined by the likes of Killer Mike, Lankum, Sam Morton and the Wild Bunch’s DJ Milo. The all-day event aimed to re-envision how concerts could be staged sustainably, and was designed to be the lowest-carbon concert of its kind and scale ever put together.Now, the band will host another string of gigs in Liverpool this November alongside IDLES and Rodgers.

Elizabeth Olsen has said that the first person who left her “starstruck” upon meeting them was George Clooney.The actress recently sat down with The Hollywood Reporter to share her “Hollywood firsts”, which included the first time she found herself starstruck.“[He] wouldn’t remember me and that’s fine, but it was at the Toronto Film Festival and someone introduced us. It was a very brief moment.

Zendaya has admitted to feeling like she might not be “cut out” for fame.During a screening event held in New York City for Dune: Part Two, which featured a Q&A with the cast, they were posed a question about whether they saw parallels between the warnings of Messianic cult followings depicted in the epic sci-fi film and the state of modern celebrity fandoms.In her response to the question, Zendaya opened up about the pressures of fame, emphasising that she would like to be seen as a “person” above all.“I feel like, often, I am not cut out for that part of it,” she began. “I do love my job, I’m so grateful.

The Great Escape has withdrawn the Faroe Islands as its lead country partner over concerns over its whaling practices, amid outcry from local interest groups.The festival, held in Brighton and Hove each May, made the announcement this evening (September 24) in a statement on Instagram after concerns were raised over whaling in the Faroes – part of the Kingdom of Denmark – by local groups. The festival announced the Faroe Islands as its lead country partner earlier this month.In the statement, the festival says it’s “proud” to have worked with Faroese artists over the years, adding, “Faroese musicians have been an inspiring and integral part of our festival, and we remain dedicated to supporting these incredible artists as they continue to captivate audiences worldwide.”It goes on to say that concerns regarding whaling practices in the Faroes had been raised by local interest groups, including the Sussex Dolphin Project, and clarifies that these issues are separate from the “thriving music scene“ there.

Lord of the Rings marathon on March 22, 2025 at the BFI IMAX which will be introduced by three-time Oscar-winning composer Howard Shore.Shore will also join Canadian film director and screenwriter in introducing screenings of the 1996 film Crash as well as 1998’s Dead Ringers.

Axl Rose has provided the vocals on Michael Schenker’s new version of UFO’s ‘Love To Love’ – listen to it here.Guitarist Schenker, who had a series of spells in UFO most notably between 1973 and 1978 and 1993 and 1995, has looked back on his time with the London rockers on his new album ‘My Years With UFO’, which came out on September 20.The album focuses on the songs he recorded with the band during his spell as a member in the 1970s, celebrating 50 years since his work with the band, and he’s got some of the biggest names in rock involved – including Guns N’ Roses frontman Rose.Rose’s vocals put a new spin on ‘Love To Love’, and highlight the influence UFO had on GN’R. Listen to the track below:As well as Rose, his GN’R bandmate Slash also features on the album, as do former Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider, former Rainbow and Deep Purple singer Joe Lynn Turner, and vocalist Jeff Scott Soto, who has worked with guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen.The album is the first of three that Schenker is set to release under a new record deal with earMUSIC – two more are planned for 2025 and 2026.In an interview with the Appetite For Distortion podcast, Schenker said of his decision to make ‘My Years With UFO’ now: “In ’72 I joined UFO.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Pete Wicks and Jowita Przystal have opened up about their ‘secret code’ they use to communicate as they appeared on Pete and Sam Thompson’s Staying Relevant podcast shortly after the first live show.The dance couple looked cosy as they sat close on the podcast sofa, gazing into each other’s eyes, as they confessed they knew exactly what each other was thinking just by looking at each other, leaving Pete’s bestie Sam jokingly trying to deny his jealousy at the pair’s new bond. Before the live shows kicked off, Pete and Jowita sparked ‘romance rumours’ as they were reportedly seen ‘getting cosy’ at the National Television Awards.

No-one went home on the first episode of the 2024 season of The Great British Bake Off after former university lecturer Jeff felt unwell in the tent. After facing challenges with a zesty lemon sponge cake, the 67 year old fell ill, postponing his pursuit of the famed baking title until at least episode two.

Princess Kate Middleton, in a touching gesture, organised a heartfelt birthday message for Prince Harry on the occasion of his 40th, as an insider claimed she sensed he was feeling "homesick". Celebrating his special day on September 15, Harry was greeted with unexpected warm wishes from the Prince and Princess of Wales on social media.

Eamonn Holmes is gearing up for some more romantic holidays with his new flame, Katie Alexander, according to reports.The presenter has recently gone public with his new partner as they headed on a cruise together, putting on a loved-up display during the trip as they were spotted several times. And now, a source has told The Sun, "Eamonn's lined up lots more cruises with Katie for the near future- it's become something they're both really looking forward to.

Viewers of Bradley Walsh were on the edge of their seats during an episode where a contestant nearly bagged £75,000 in a tense solo effort. Some fans even controversially suggested that the show was "rigged" after seeing how the events played out. Host Bradley Walsh introduced players Charlie, George, Sophia, and James, but the game took a challenging turn as the first three contestants were quickly eliminated, leaving James to go head-to-head with The Governess, Anne Hegerty.

Rapper Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs is embroiled in controversy as he faces new allegations following a lawsuit over an alleged rape incident.Thalia Graves has come forward accusing the 54 year old singer and his friend of raping her at his Bad Boy Records studio in New York City, with claims that they even recorded the assault.Thalia alleges that back in 2001, she was violently raped by Diddy and his friend who she claims to have identified. Since then, she's been battling suicidal thoughts, according to her lawsuit.

My Mum, Your Dad fans are convinced that there won't be many couples coming out of the dating show, as many took to X during Tuesday's (24 September) episode to share their predictions. One viewer shared: "I don't think any of them will come out as a couple this time just friends #MyMumYourDad" while a second echoed: "Yeah this isn't going anywhere at all". A third noted: "There are less couples this year.

While Victoria Sugden may be under his spell, Emmerdale's John Sugden hasn't managed to fool everyone. Fans are still speculating that he's hiding something. Oliver Farnworth made his dramatic entrance into the ITV soap as the enigmatic newcomer in August 2024, and quickly set tongues wagging with a steamy scene with Aaron Dingle.The encounter had fans reminiscing about Aaron's past romance with Robert Sugden, who happens to be John's brother.

The Princess of Wales is set to lead her annual Christmas Carol service at Westminster Abbey, partaking in Royal duties again as she recovers post-cancer treatment.

Married At First Sight UK fans have all said the same thing about bride Polly Sellman and insist she “deserves so much better”

A pedestrian has been rushed to hospital after being "struck by a bus" near a shopping centre in Glasgow.

Phillip Schofield has made a dramatic return to TV after landing a top Channel 5 job - and he looks very different.

passed away at a Los Angeles residence on June 24 at 49 years old. Crazy Town’s manager, Howie Hubberman, confirmed his death.

season it was. Gigi Hadid is marking the transition into the school year by abandoning the grown-out platinum hair she'd been sporting for an all-over shade that's slightly easier to maintain, the The supermodel was spotted in New York City running errands on September 24, sporting what's clearly a fresh cut and color.