BBC SPARK BACKLASH AFTER CUTTING ‘FREE PALESTINE’ FROM BAFTAS SPEECH BUT AIRED RACIAL SLUR

David and Victoria Beckham publicly wished their eldest son, Brooklyn Beckham, a happy birthday on Wednesday despite a highly publicised family rift that has dominated headlines in recent months. The couple shared heartfelt messages and throwback photographs on Instagram as Brooklyn celebrated his 27th birthday.

Rapper Ghetts has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after admitting causing the death of a young Nepalese student in a hit-and-run collision in north London, having been over the drink-drive limit and driving dangerously, before failing to stop at the scene, leaving the victim’s family devastated and prompting renewed calls for tougher action on dangerous driving.

Rumours are circulating that Love Island winners Toni Laites and Cach Mercer may be heading for a breakup following an alleged heated argument at the BRIT Awards. Social media speculation intensified after fans noticed the pair no longer appear to follow each other on Instagram, while reports claim the disagreement escalated to the point where the couple left the ceremony separately.

Streamer Angry Ginge took a swipe at London while presenting at the 2026 Brit Awards in Manchester but ITV quickly cut his microphone after he used explicit language on stage. The moment brought cheers inside the arena and a real awkward pause on the live TV broadcast.

The final of Love Island: All Stars aired last night, with the public vote deciding which returning Islanders would walk away with the £50,000 prize. After several weeks of recouplings, bombshell arrivals and shifting favourites, the live episode narrowed the competition down from five couples to one.

In 2004, teenagers and young adults around the country were vibing to 'Heartbroken' by T2 ft Jodie Aysha. While still at school herself, Aysha wrote the lyrics inspired by her sister’s breakup. The song reached No.2 in the UK charts, remained in the Top 40 for 46 weeks, and even climbed into the top 10 of the US dance charts. For Aysha, the early success was surreal.‍

Mya Mills has announced that she is expecting her first child with her boyfriend, NBA player Jeremy Sochan.

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with two additional counts of rape relating to a fourth woman, following a new investigation by the Metropolitan Police. The Ghana international denies all allegations and is due to appear in court next month.

Zachariah Noble has revealed he is about to become a dad, sharing a baby scan with girlfriend Ava Hirons and confirming their first child is due in summer 2026.