55 m. ago Michael Hurley death: Greenwich Village outsider folk singer dies at 83

In addition to releasing over 30 albums, Hurley – known by the nickname ‘Snock’ – was also a cartoonist and painter

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65 m. ago Dan Walker 'poleaxed' at Gary Speed's last words to him before tragic death

The presenter spoke about how he still thinks about his old pal every single day.

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2 h. ago 'I support Everton, not Liverpool': The Scottish rugby star bidding for one last trip to Goodison Park

Hooker will need Smith’s permission - and Glasgow Warriors coach is not fussed for football

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3 h. ago Sir Elton John slams ITV show as the 'worst thing' in damning radio rant

Sir Elton John has slated The X Factor during an appearance on Capital Breakfast as he opened up about his dislike of singing competition shows live on the radio

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5 h. ago TV station forced to fire glamorous 'fact checker' after her shocking past was exposed

Rachel Gilmore, 30, had only aired a single segment when she was suddenly ousted by the network earlier this week - a development first reported by the PressProgress.

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5 h. ago Every single Coachella headliner and lineup poster since the California festival began

Throughout its 26 years, the desert festival has led with the biggest names in music. Inga Parkel runs through Coachella’s entire history of star-studded headliners since 1999 ahead of the 2025 event

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6 h. ago Kanye West's most sinister acts and vile rants as Bianca Censori dumps him

Kanye West has split from his second wife Bianca Censori after two years of marriage as he claims in new song lyrics that the model tried to have him 'committed' over his gross rants

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6 h. ago Shoppers hail 'unbelievable' skincare serum as 'most effective ever' at banishing dark spots

Shoppers are raving about this skincare serum that 'works wonders' on hyperpigmentation, discolouration and dark spots, and it's said to 'remove age spots like magic'

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6 h. ago 'Magic' holiday tradition Brits miss as they're replaced by smartphones

A new survey has found that Britons are missing an 'imperfect' holiday tradition as it's revealed that over half of parents haven't operated a camera other than their iPhone in three years

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7 h. ago Friends cast member 'hated' theme song until one moment changed everything

Friends star David Schwimmer who played Ross Geller on the sitcom, has revealed that he used to 'hate' the show's iconic theme song - but one moment with his kid changed it all for him

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7 h. ago Usher moved by iconic Dublin statue: ‘I had no idea black artists were celebrated like this'

The Confessions singer opens up to The Standard about his trip to the Emerald Isle, where a bronze statue of an Irish rock legend had a profound impact on him

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7 h. ago Rangers warn Union Bears Ibrox singing section could be scrapped over 'issues of concern' and fans face bill for fines

The Ibrox club will monitor the section at the front of the Copland Road stand for the remainder of the season

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7 h. ago Why Green Day singer thinks the band has 'the worst name in the world'

Green Day have been one of the most iconic rock bands in the world for more than 30 years, but fans are only just learning the X-rated meaning behind their band name

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8 h. ago 90s pop icon breaks silence on 'rumours' he's signed up for Celebrity Big Brother

Singer Chesney Hawkes has opened up about his career and his willingness to try new things as he continues to tour the country and releases a new album of music

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8 h. ago Bruce Springsteen to release seven albums of unreleased songs

Tracks II: The Lost Albums includes 83 songs.

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8 h. ago Eljamel inquiry chairman will ‘listen to those whose voices have not been heard’

Lord Weir is chairing a public inquiry into former Dundee-based neurosurgeon Sam Eljamel who left dozens of patients with life-changing injuries.

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8 h. ago Chaka Khan on Prince, poetry and wild, wonderful nights: ‘No one’s done anything but craziness at 4am’

The singer answers your questions about her drum skills, friendship with Joni Mitchell and more – and reveals unheard music with both Prince and SiaCan you remember the precise moment you realised you had a gift as a vocalist? SalfordRed64I was doing a talent show at the Burning Spear in Chicago. My group, the Crystallettes, graced many a nightclub stage in competitions, and every time either us or [fellow Chicago girl group] the Emotions would win. But I remember singing some Aretha Franklin songs and people in the audience were throwing money on the stage, and they started calling me “little Aretha”. That’s when I connected the dots: “Oh, I see what this is all about.” I realised I didn’t have to become a teacher or a whatever I wanted to be when I grew up back then – I could be a singer!You have so much confidence and you just knew you and [the band] Rufus were going to make it big. Where does that confidence come from? stifwhiffWhen I was with Rufus, I knew I loved what we were ...

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8 h. ago Tate Modern given Joan Mitchell work in biggest donation since 1969

Miami billionaire couple part with triptych by late abstract expressionist that previously hung in their bedroomTate Modern has announced its most significant single donation in more than 50 years, a monumental triptych by the American abstract expressionist Joan Mitchell that she named after her German shepherd dog, Iva.The huge 6-metre work, painted by Mitchell in 1973, was given to Britain’s national art collection by the billionaire Miami real estate magnate Jorge M Pérez and his wife, Darlene. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Liam Payne's girlfriend Kate Cassidy returns to restaurant where they met for the first time since his death

The influencer has been sharing her healing journey online and while some fans have thanked her for being so open others have accused her of using the singer for 'clout.'

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9 h. ago My teenage son is just horrid, I hate him. How can I cope with the disgusting feelings I’m having?

You don’t need to feel wretched shame for having negative emotions, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. Working through these feelings might be better for him tooRead more Leading questionsI have a 15-year-old son and he is at that typical dreadful teenager stage filled with attitude, disrespectful behaviour and is just horrid. Despite being his mother, I hate him. I can’t stand to be around him and because of this I’m suffering from depression. Being his mother is the absolute worst experience.How can I cope with the disgusting feelings I’m having about being a mother?In Australia, Lifeline offers 24/7 crisis support available on 13 11 14. Other international helplines can be found at www.befrienders.org.In Australia, the national family violence counselling service is on 1800 737 732. In the US, the domestic violence hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233); in the UK, visit https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ or call 0808 2000 247 (24 hours), or visit womansaid.co.uk Continu...

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