Tax changes announced in the budget could have “devastating, unintended consequences” on live music venues, including widespread closures and job losses, trade bodies have warned.

A huge takeover that would rock the entertainment industry looks imminent, with Netflix and Paramount fighting over Warner Bros Discovery (WBD).

Sophie Kinsella, the author of the Shopaholic series of novels, has died aged 55, her family have said.

Punk-rap duo Bob Vylan are suing Irish national broadcaster RTE for defamation, claiming it misrepresented chants led by the band when they played this year’s Glastonbury festival.

Scottish artist Nnena Kalu has won the 2025 Turner Prize with two exhibitions, including a series of brightly coloured sculptures.

Rapper Ghetts has pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving in a hit-and-run crash.

Former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood has pleaded not guilty to four counts of rape, nine counts of indecent assault and two counts of sexual assault.

Paramount has launched a $108.4bn (£81bn) hostile bid for Warner Bros, challenging Netflix, which had reached a $72bn (£54bn) takeover deal with the company.

British drama Adolescence has seen its lead stars all nominated for Golden Globe awards.

The nominees for next year’s Golden Globes have been announced, ahead of a star-studded ceremony due in January.