9 h. ago Bob Geldof vows to carry on 'vital' work as he launches Live Aid musical

As the 40th anniversary of the iconic concert approaches, the Boomtown Rats star announced another exciting project back where it all began

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10 h. ago Bob Geldof and Midge Ure return to Wembley Stadium for Live Aid: The Musical cast recording as they prepare for 40 year anniversary of iconic famine relief concerts

The original two-venue benefit, held on July 13 1985, was organised by Geldof and Ure to raise relief funds for Ethiopia as the East African country battled a devastating famine.

Culture

11 h. ago Bob Geldof says he's 'blue in the face' hearing Freddie Mercury's Live Aid performance with Queen

The musician and activist was at Wembley for the launch of Just for One Day - The Live Aid musical ahead of it’s West End opening

Politics

11 h. ago Bob Geldof and Midge Ure reunite at Wembley Stadium for Live Aid: The Musical cast recording as they prepare to celebrate 40 years since iconic concerts raised £150 million for famine relief

The original two-venue benefit, held on July 13 1985, was organised by Geldof and Ure to raise relief funds for Ethiopia as the East African country battled a devastating famine.

Economics

13 h. ago BBC announces documentary and shows for Live Aid 40th anniversary

A number of programmes will feature on BBC Two and BBC Radio 2 to celebrate the event.

Culture

14 h. ago Bob Geldof says another Live Aid event is ‘unlikely’ because of social media

The singer was speaking at a launch event at Wembley Stadium for Just For One Day, a musical about the charity event.

Politics

18 h. ago Sir David Attenborough, 98, says 'I am near end of my life' in heartbreaking confession

Beloved wildlife expert Sir David Attenborough has opened up about being in the twilight years of his life as he prepares to celebrate his 99th birthday on May 9

Politics

31 h. ago Sir David Attenborough confesses 'end is near' as 99th birthday approaches

Attenborough has opened up about his mortality as he prepares to celebrate his 99th birthday on May 9.

Politics

34 h. ago Sir David Attenborough says 'the end is near' as he delivers devastating confession

Sir David Attenborough has opened up about his mortality and admitted he is 'nearing the end of his life' as he prepares to celebrate his 99th birthday on May 9

Politics

69 h. ago Katherine Ryan opens up on wedding joy after second skin cancer diagnosis

After having a malignant mole removed, Katherine Ryan is preparing to celebrate a loved one's milestone this summer. But she's certain she could throw their plans into chaos.

Science

4 d. ago Inside Anfield celebrations as emotional Liverpool fans prepare to party into the night

Arne Slot's side thrashed Tottenham 5-1 at home in a thrilling match which secured their unbeatable 15-point lead to win the crown at home for the first time in 35 years

Society

4 d. ago ‘It makes me sick’: the Amsterdam shops closing because of soaring rents

As Dutch capital prepares to celebrate 750th anniversary, small business owners fear for independent retailThe floral perfume of tea and coffee fills the air in ‘t Zonnetje (The Sun), as – behind the counter – Marie-Louise Velder weighs out loose leaf tea, parcelling black leaves into paper packets. Mahogany-coloured shelves are stacked with pots containing beans from Ethiopia, Java, India, alongside bric-a-brac, such as vintage tea tins and old master-style pictures.But in less than two months, the sun will set for good on this cosy shop in Amsterdam, which was founded in 1642. For the owner, the rent is just too high. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn exact start time and how to watch on TV

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn face off against each other at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium live on DAZN tonight

Politics

5 d. ago Wrexham v Charlton LIVE: Wycombe losing as Ryan Reynolds celebrates inside stadium

Follow live updates as Wrexham take on Charlton at the Racecourse with promotion to the Championship on the line

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8 d. ago The pretty little seaside town where Kate & Wills will enjoy next holiday

As William and Kate prepare to celebrate their 14th wedding anniversary in an especially cherished location, all eyes are turning to a Scottish island where nature, culture, and royalty, come together. 

Politics

8 d. ago Everton fan plots to ruin Liverpool's Premier League title celebrations with devious plan

A crafty Everton fan has come up with a cunning plan to try and spoil the party as Liverpool supporters prepare to celebrate winning the Premier League

Politics

1 week ago Celebrity Big Brother nominations in full as unexpected stars face triple eviction

Celebrity Big Brother has another nominations twist as the remaining housemates prepare to say goodbye to three of their co-stars in a brutal triple eviction

Politics

1 week ago Scots floored to discover what Midge Ure's stage name means after 56 years

Scottish singer-songwriter and record producer Midge Ure has had a career spanning over five decades - but not everyone knows what his stage name actually stands for

Politics

1 week ago Newly married and pregnant... inside Tiger Lily Hutchence's 'refreshingly normal' life

Tiger Lily - the only child of late rock stars and adopted by Bob Geldof - has found stability in a family whose backdrop is a world away from the wild antics of her party-loving parents.

Politics

2 w. ago How Bob Geldof's daughters have all found love with creative men who enjoy low

Bob Geldof famously sang 'to live in love is all there is; life without love is meaningless'. And it seems his daughters have heeded his message.

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