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Our favourite images of the week from Sussex

Join us as we enjoy a look through the stunning Sussex scenes you sent in this week.


Pittsburgh vinyl shop now sells $1.5M of albums a year

The Attic Record Store has survived recessions, streaming and even acts of God to survive as one of a handful of independent record stores in the area.


The most iconic singer-guitarist duos

What makes an iconic singer-guitarist duo? Is it their songwriting ability? Or maybe it's the way the guitar complements the vocal lines, and vice versa? Perhaps their onstage presence has something to do with it? Well, maybe it's a combination of all of these things, and, of course, an exceptional chemistry that is unique to these individuals. Luckily, rock music has quite a few of these pairs. Click through the following gallery and take a look at the most iconic singer-guitarist duos in rock history.


Watching Man City is like watching maths and that’s just soulless and boring

Man City are obviously brilliant. John Nicholson has no interest in denying that. But he is just disinterested. And is not the only one.


A tongue-twisting, mind-bending and out-of-this-world musical

When "Buruguduystunstugudunstuy: Ang Parokya ni Edgar Musical," was first presented to the media, the cast and creators remained secretive about its plot. All they would say was, "it's an out-of-this-world, epic adventure of four women who share the same birthday on December 6." Following a packed gala night at Newport Performing Arts Theater on May 2, it was clear to The Sunday Times Magazine why defining the narrative was tricky — it was...


Eurovision 2024: Your guide to all 37 songs

From novelty numbers to gothic witchcraft and rave throwbacks, this year's Eurovision has it all.


'Wizard of Oz' star Judy Garland fought crippling drug addiction with private investigator's help, book claims

Judy Garland, who starred in classic films like "The Wizard of Oz" and "A Star is Born" and died at age 47, was allegedly sober for 30 days with private investigator Fred Otash's help, according to a new biography.


Madonna attracts 1.6 million to free concert at Brazil’s Copacabana beach

RIO DE JANEIRO — More than a million people thronged Brazil’s Copacabana beach for a free Madonna concert on Saturday, braving the heat to see the end of her “Celebration” world tour. The sand and oceanfront boulevard around Rio de Janeiro’s famed beach were filled for several blocks by a crowd the city estimated at 1.6 million. Many had been there […]


Box Office: Ryan Gosling's ‘The Fall Guy' Lands $10.4 Million Opening Day

The summer box office isn’t exactly starting with a bang. Universal’s action-romance “The Fall Guy,” starring Ryan Gosling as a Hollywood stuntman courting a rising director played by Emily Blunt, earned $10.4 million from 4,002 locations on its opening day, a figure that includes $3 million and change from preview screenings. The feature is now […]


Best retro-style turntables to play vinyl records in 2024

Best retro-style turntables to play vinyl records in 2024 - Reject modernity; embrace tradition


Edgar Lansbury dies at 94

Edgar Lansbury has died, aged 94. The Tony-winning producer and younger brother of famed actress Angela Lansbury has passed away at the age of 94. Edgar's son David Lansbury told The Hollywood Reporter his father died on Thursday at his Manhattan home. Born in London on 12 January, 1930, Edgar George Lansbury was the son of Moyna Macgill, a Belfast...


Arthur Nery has a new breakup song

The tune Segundo Seguro dropped only a few days ago but it is already showing unusual strength as it early on entered the Spotify chart with over three million streams. Written and performed by Arthur Nery, the song is the newest addition to the heartthrob from Cagayan de Oro’s growing repertoire of music for failed relationships. Now Segundo Seguro is merely a single and not a full-length album like those breakup epics we recently got, The...


Europapa or Baby Lasagna? Contestants to look out for at Eurovision 2024

By Isabelle Yr Carlsson COPENHAGEN (Reuters) -The Eurovision Song Contest, a music kitsch-fest watched by some 200 million people, kicks off in Malmö, Sweden on Sunday with its "turquoise carpet" gala, in what fans say is a wide-open year with half a dozen countries having a shot at the title. Bookmakers have Croatia, Switzerland and Ukraine as the top three favourites to win, while streaming


Dua Lipa Explains the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar Rap Beef on ‘SNL'

Dua Lipa dove deep into the scorching-hot rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar on “Saturday Night Live.” On the latest episode, Lipa appeared alongside Mikey Day, Heidi Gardner and Devon Walker as morning talk show hosts who attempt to explain the diss tracks that have taken over the music world in the last few […]


A Different Class: Oisín McKenna on moving up to the middle

A Different Class: Oisín McKenna on moving up to the middle - When debut novelist Oisín McKenna left his old life in an Irish town behind, he felt like he’d graduated from homophobia and boredom. But what appeared was a social chasm between him and his family, which was harder to bridge


Recital of renowned Manx poem released online

A 32-year-old recording of Dollin Kelly reciting T E Brown’s Betsy Lee is released online.


Neve Campbell Says Studio Upped Her Salary With ‘Scream 7' Offer After She Spoke Out About Pay Dispute

Neve Campbell says that SpyGlass Media Group upped her pay after she spoke out about a pay disparity during salary negotiations for “Scream 6,” the film that caused the actress to exit the franchise. "I’m really grateful that the studio heard me when I talked about pay discrepancy and when I talked about [‘Scream VI’ […]


Teacher of Piano star Lucy Illingworth: It’s not a miracle, it’s just hard work

Teacher of Piano star Lucy Illingworth: It’s not a miracle, it’s just hard work - A new Channel 4 documentary, The Incredibly Talented Lucy, follows their journey together after Illingworth won the musical competition.


Kendrick Lamar doubles down with fiery Drake diss: Listen to '6:16 in LA'

Kendrick Lamar has released his second Drake diss in a week. Listen to "6:16 in LA."


B-sides that deserved to be A-sides

Back in the day, music fans would eagerly await the next single release from their favorite artist. The A-side—the song intended to be a hit—was backed up by a B-side, invariably a lesser-known track quite often selected as filler or throwaway. But there have been occasions when the flipside has overshadowed the track it's meant to be supporting. This reversal of fortune is exemplified by numerous tracks that made the cut despite being consigned to "side two." So, what are the B-sides that deserved to be A-sides? Click on and take a spin through this back catalogue of vintage vinyl.


Tom Brady roast on Netflix: Live stream, time to watch Kevin Hart, Rob Gronkowski and more from Netflix Is A Joke Fest

Here is everything you need to know about the "The Greatest Roast of All Time," including how to watch the event.


‘Mrs. Doubtfire' Star Says Robin Williams Wrote Letter to Principal After She Got Kicked Out of School During Filming

A Mrs. Doubtfire star is sharing how the late Robin Williams went above and beyond for her, both on and off-screen. On a recent episode of the Brotherly Love podcast, alongside her Mrs. Doubtfire co-stars Mara Wilson and Matthew Lawrence, Lisa Jakub, who played Lydia Hillard in the hit 1993 comedy, recalled Williams coming to her defense regarding an […]


Teen's coma inspires mental health music festival

Charity I'm George's Mate hopes to prevent young people taking their own lives.


Matthew Libatique, Nicole Kidman become the first Filipino, first Australian to receive AFI awards

It was a night to remember. The American Film Institute (AFI) presented the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award to Nicole Kidman, the first Australian to receive the award, and the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal to cinematographer Matthew Libatique, also the first Filipino to receive the award. It was one of the most glamorous and high-profile events we have attended this year what with celebrities like Meryl Streep, Reese Witherspoon, Naomi...


Bruce Springsteen tells Cardiff to ‘get ready’ as he begins European leg of tour

Bruce Springsteen tells Cardiff to ‘get ready’ as he begins European leg of tour - The American rocker and his E Street Band are set to entertain a packed crowd at the Principality Stadium on Sunday.


Baby Reindeer gave star the same feelings as Pride

Jessica Gunning, who portrays a stalker in the Netflix show, previously played a Welsh MP in Pride.


Strictly's Johannes Radebe confirms future on show ahead of musical debut in Kinky Boots

Strictly's Johannes Radebe confirms future on show ahead of musical debut in Kinky Boots - EXCLUSIVE The professional dancer set the record straight while joined on stage at the London Palladium by former Strictly partner Anabel Croft


‘SNL' Makes Fun of JoJo Siwa's Edgy Rebrand: Like a ‘Figure Skater Joined a Street Gang' and ‘Mad Max on Broadway'

On “SNL,” a Weekend Update segment playfully poked fun at 20-year-old singer JoJo Siwa's transformation into an edgier and more adult persona. Chloe Fineman appeared as Siwa at the Weekend Update desk dressed in head-to-toe black glitter and a black body suit, the same outfit from Siwa’s music video for her new single "Karma." "Wow, […]


Maze Runner to be rebooted

'The Maze Runner' series is to be rebooted with a new film that will serve as a continuation of the story without being a direct sequel.


‘My Guardian Alien’ shows strong comeback from start of the week loss to ‘Linlang’

The Kapuso family-fantasy drama series ‘My Guardian Alien (MGA)’ made a remarkable comeback after initially trailing behind ‘Linlang’ at the beginning of the week, as per the latest ratings from the Nielsen NUTAM People survey. On Monday, April 22, ‘Linlang’ kicked off the week with a leading rating of 11.0 percent, edging ahead of MGA’s


A compelling TV drama reflects the stalkers in us all

If you haven’t yet watched Baby Reindeer, a story that begins with its star Richard Gadd’s experience with a stalker, you probably have a good reason. It will not be because, for instance, nobody has recommended it, told you how extraordinary it is, or powerful, or unique, and it won’t be because you haven’t heard of it – its success has been startling (as I type it’s at the top of Netflix’s UK and US charts weeks after its release) and its...


Books to Read ASAP Before They Become Your Next TV or Movie Obsession

Fire up that Kindle and download The Idea of You, It Ends With Us and more books before they are adapted for the screen.


LOOK: 4 'Ibong Adarna' Spotted by DENR in Mt. Apo

Birds' presence affirms conservation efforts.


King Charles III’s openness about cancer has helped him connect with people in year after coronation

LONDON (AP) — King Charles III’s decision to be open about his cancer diagnosis has helped the new monarch connect with the people of Britain and strengthened the monarchy in the year since his dazzling coronation at Westminster Abbey. Charles has used his illness to highlight the need for early diagnosis and treatment, showing leadership at a time of personal hardship. And in the process, people have begun to see him as a more flesh-and-blood...


PVL: Choco Mucho tries to sweep way into title series

Dante Alinsunurin admits that his Choco Mucho Flying Titans are “excited” to make it back to the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Finals. But first thing’s first. “We haven’t quite gotten there yet,” Alinsunurin said as his charges would still need to seal win No. 3 in the semifinals, which could come against determined Petro Gazz on Sunday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. “Perhaps, it’s a matter of being excited, but we really need to...


‘X-Files' Series Finale Scully Pregnancy Debate Reignited by Creator Chris Carter: ‘The Truth Is Out There Is Something Else'

There was a mic drop moment at the end of an event in New York City celebrating 30 years of "The X-Files" when series creator Chris Carter reignited the debate around Dana Scully’s pregnancy. Towards the end of “My Struggle IV,” the series finale episode in Season 11, Scully (Gillian Anderson) informs Fox Mulder (David Duchovny) […]


Makiling: Final Weekly Marathon | April 29 - May 3, 2024

Magnolia (Lotlot De Leon) is carrying out her last act of vengeance against the Terras and the individual who took her husband's life. Meanwhile, will Amira (Elle Villanueva) succeed in rescuing her daughter from Portia's hands? #GMANetwork #GMADrama #Kapuso


KonoSuba Season 3: Searching For A Thief

KonoSuba's latest episode bings back some of the series' most beloved characters, making it one of the more memorable episodes to date.


P-pop girl group G22 reaps accolades after China gig

The future looks promising for the three-piece group.


Why is 'Star Wars' Day on May 4? What is it? Here's how the unofficial holiday came to be

Saturday is "Star Wars" Day, the unofficial celebration of the beloved space opera that falls every year on May 4.


Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s Complete Relationship Timeline

A source spoke about how the couple supports each other professionally.


New 'The Acolyte' trailer for May the 4th, plus 'Star Wars' movies, TV shows in the works

When's that Baby Yoda movie coming? What the heck is the "The Acolyte"? What to know about every film and TV series in the "Star Wars" pipeline.


Wurzels frontman Adge Cutler remembered 50 years on

Bandmate Tommy Banner says Cutler was a "great raconteur" and "very entertaining company".


Olly Alexander 'respects' Eurovision boycott but slams 'extreme' backlash to Israel's inclusion

Years and Years singer Olly Alexander has been told he is "Complicit in a genocide by taking part in Eurovision" after being announced as the UK's entry for 2024


Magazines were supposed to die in the digital age. Why haven’t they?

In the classic comedy Ghostbusters (1984), newly hired secretary Janice raises the subject of reading, while idly flipping through the pages of a magazine. The scientist Egon Spengler responds with a brusque dismissal: “print is dead.” Egon’s words now seem prescient. The prevailing assumption of the past couple of decades is that print media is […]


Bar singer steps in for Olly Murs to support Take That

Murs could no longer make the gig when his flight was cancelled - but Daniel Rooney "saved the day".


WA violinist Robert Zielinski records album Kiangardarup – The Torbay Suite knee-deep in nature

Knee-deep in an inlet is not the first place most people would think of when it comes to a recording studio, but it's where Robert Zielinski's music came to life.


Jar Jar Binks Actor Ahmed Best on ‘Star Wars: Phantom Menace' Backlash: "Everyone Came at Me"

Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best opened up about how the backlash he received for Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace kept him from wanting to work for years following the 1999 release. In a conversation with People in honor of the 25th anniversary of the first installment in the Star Wars prequels, […]


Trump celebrates Billboard success of J6 Prison Choir recording at donor retreat

Former President Donald Trump hosted GOP donors for a luncheon at Mar-a-Lago Saturday, where he touted a song he recorded with Jan. 6 defendants.


It's a heavy year to be in Eurovision - Bambie Thug

Bambie Thug resists calls for a boycott as they get set to perform at the Eurovision Song Contest.