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90s TV legend has career overhaul as he gets ordained as a vicar

His life has taken a very unexpected path.

The touching reason Michael J Fox joined Coldplay on Glastonbury stage

The touching reason Michael J Fox joined Coldplay on Glastonbury stage - Poignant moment brought things full circle for British band

Psychological warfare with K-pop and dung: Tensions flare between two Koreas

Tensions have flared up again between North and South Korea in recent weeks, with both sides reviving Cold-war style propaganda campaigns. North Korea has sent hundreds of balloons carrying rubbish and even animal faeces across the border. FRANCE 24's Yuka Royer speaks to Sung-Yoon Lee, a fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars.

18 of the funniest songs in music history

Whether unintentionally funny or raucous on purpose, there are plenty of songs across the genres that will inspire a chuckle or two. Considering that music tackles pretty much every human emotion, it's perhaps not a surprise that comedy also makes plenty of appearances. Flip through the slideshow below for 18 of music's funniest tunes.

Dublin fans leave Taylor Swift speechless

Swift was visibly shocked as fans kept cheering after her performance of Champagne Problems.

12 pop stars who had ‘normal jobs’ before they became famous

Brónagh Diamond: Swapping punchlines for punch-ups – for a wonderful cause

Comedians’ charity boxing event the most fun I’ve had while being walloped round the head

20 celebrities who became legitimately famous from TikTok

People can become famous in lots of ways. These 20 celebs did so through TikTok.

25 Hilarious Dan Aykroyd Quotes From Classic '80s Movies

Dan Aykroyd's career was thriving in the 1980s, so let's look back at some of the funniest quotes from his classic movies.

Hit new Netflix show bags perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating

20 celebrities you forgot were in hit animated movies

Sometimes, we connect animated characters to the celebrity who voiced them, like Robin Williams and Genie in Aladdin. Other times, we forget entirely when a celebrity was part of a hit animated film.

The night Cristiano Ronaldo’s ego almost sent Portugal crashing out of Euro 2024

The night Cristiano Ronaldo’s ego almost sent Portugal crashing out of Euro 2024 - Portugal 0-0 Slovenia (3-0 pens): Diogo Costa was the hero of the night, making three saves in the penalty shootout after a self-absorbed Ronaldo missed a spot-kick in extra time

20 Years Later, Spider-Man 2’s Opening Titles Remain Undefeated

Ditto Kirsten Dunst’s MJ

Stephanie Rainey Performs An Emotional Original, "Please Don't Go" | Auditions | AGT 2024

Irish singer/songwriter Stephanie Rainey sings her viral song, "Please Don't Go," which is dedicated to her late nephew. See why Simon Cowell calls her song the best song of the year. Watch AGT Tuesdays at 8/7c on NBC and streaming on Peacock. » Watch the latest from America's Got Talent: https://www.youtube.com/agt » Get The America's Got Talent App: http://bit.ly/AGTAppDownload » Subscribe for More: http://bit.ly/AGTSub » Watch on NBC & Peacock: https://pck.tv/3cCQGhH AMERICA'S GOT TALENT ON SOCIAL Like AGT: https://www.facebook.com/agt Follow AGT: https://twitter.com/agt AGT Instagram: http://instagram.com/agt Going for the gold! World-class judges Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel and beloved host Terry Crews are back with an all-new season of awe-inspiring talent and jaw-dropping, Golden Buzzer-worthy moments. Find America's Got Talent trailers, full episode highlights, previews, promos, clips, and digital exclusives here. NBC ON SOCIAL: YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/nbc Twitter: http://Twitter.com/NBC Facebook: http://Facebook.com/NBC Instagram: http://instagram.com/nbc Stephanie Rainey Performs An Emotional Original, "Please Don't Go" | Auditions | AGT 2024 https://youtu.be/Yf9ABCFkYe4 America's Got Talent http://www.youtube.com/user/americasgottalent #AGT #AmericasGotTalent

00s sitcom fans celebrate 'iconic' mother and daughter reunion 24 years after show started

One fan said they were left 'crying'.

Welcome to Netflixland: the streamer’s plan to dominate Disney

In mid June, Netflix announced the locations of its first two Netflix Houses – “experiential entertainment venues” in vast shopping malls that are the exact opposite of the Netflix and Chill experience. Sited in former department stores at the King of Prussia Mall near Philadelphia and the Galleria Dallas mall, both occupy more than 100,000 square ...

00s icon with ‘pop’s biggest voice’ announces tour 25 years after debut hit

34 things that remind of how life used to be in 1990s Liverpool

From Woolworth's pick 'n' mix to nights at the Krazyhouse

Hellboy fans share same view on ‘random’ new fourth film

Hellboy fans share same view on ‘random’ new fourth film - Fans of the franchise have been left perplexed by the new trailer

Eddie Murphy says controversial SNL joke about his career ‘was racist’

Eddie Murphy says controversial SNL joke about his career ‘was racist’ - ‘It was personal,’ film star said of ‘cheap shot’ made at his expense

Cyndi Lauper at Glastonbury reviewed – nostalgic Pyramid stage crowd just wants to have fun

The 80s live on in Cyndi Lauper, who takes to the Pyramid stage looking every inch the rock chick of yore in her silver bustier and matching trousers and platform trainers, beneath a blue blazer also attached with streams of icy-blue tulle. There are also fingerless net gloves. It’s a big look, and Lauper has the energy to match it, making full use of the stage and making forays out towards the crowd. They’re here for nostalgia, as she...

23 cameos you may have missed on 'Friends'

Everyone knows that Paul Rudd and Tom Selleck had cameos in Friends. While there's a core five that was the main focus of this show, many big-time actors popped up in various roles throughout the 10-season NBC hit sitcom.

28 '80s Icons You've Forgotten (But Shouldn't Have)

Take a delightful trip down memory lane with me!

Parachutists, a parade and plenty more at IW Armed Forces Day PHOTOS

Islanders came out in their droves for Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day 2024.

The Best 25 Red Carpet Moments of the '70s

There's a lot of Cher on here.

Electronic pioneers Air delight fans by playing seminal album in full

Electronic pioneers Air delight fans by playing seminal album in full - The duo from France won a Grammy award for best electronic/dance album when they released Moon Safari in 1998.

Sir Ian McKellen, 85, gives devastating update after falling from stage

He went flying off stage last month and required medical attention.

Mia Goth and Ti West are on a mission to convert horror skeptics with 'MaXXXine'

Mia Goth and Ti West are on a mission to convert horror skeptics with 'MaXXXine' - As Mia Goth and Ti West walked the red carpet for the premiere of “MaXXXine,” the final installment of the pair’s A24 horror trilogy that hits theaters July 5, a group of hired “protesters” stood outside the TCL Chinese Theatre chanting and holding signs that broadcasted messages like “Horror is not art” and “Hollywood is Satan’s playground.”

25 of the best-dressed musicians of all time

Whether it's how they dress in music videos or at red-carpet events, some artists know how to influence the fashion world, just as much as they've shaped the music world. These are some of the most fashionable artists in music history.

The 31 Most Underrated '80s Movies Ever

If this is your favorite film decade, there's lots more to enjoy beyond the classics.

Iconic 00s band admit they’d ‘happily never hear hit song again’

20 kids movies that are definitely not for kids

Family movie nights can be wonderful. They can be a shared experience in which everyone is lost in the same film — both parents and children glued to the screen. But not all kids movies are meant for kids. These films are worth looking into before you choose them for family night.

Glastonbury festival leaves Worthy farm strewn with litter

Worthy Farm has been left strewn with litter after the Glastonbury weekend, with hundreds of staff in the process of clearing up cans, cups, vapes and nitrous oxide canisters. Each year’s clean-up is a mammoth effort and this year, the Other stage – where Idles and The National both took prime time slots – was particularly laden with rubbish. Revel...

Robert Glenister interview: ‘Many men of a certain age feel let down by the system’

In the past few years, whenever a psychological thriller or a crime drama was shown on TV, Robert Glenister has found himself having a minor crisis. “I’d think: ‘Why am I not in this show? What’s the problem?’ And then I realise that everyone on screen is 45 or younger. And I go: ‘Oh of course! I’m 64!’.” The easygoing star of two of the BBC’s best...

Despicable Me 4 review – Gru goes into witness protection to keep Minion magic alive

Here’s something new in the saga of everysupervillain ordinariness featuring Gru the goofy animated megabaddie (voiced by Steve Carell), with his comedy bald head, pointy noise and foreign accent. We now reach the fourth film in the series; sixth, if you count the two spin-off films about his jabbering yellow sidekick minions. This franchise from Illumination Entertainment has never come close to the inspired genius of its rival Pixar’s best...

Skywalkers: A Love Story official trailer

A daredevil couple puts their love and trust to the test to go where no one has gone before: the top of the world's second-highest skyscraper. What will they risk to touch the sky?

This is the Cotswolds pub Jeremy Clarkson has bought in Burford

This is the Cotswolds pub Jeremy Clarkson has bought in Burford - The Amazon Prime star plans to open the renovated ‘village boozer’ this winter

'Supacell' Deserves A Second Season, And Its Post-Credits Scene Might Earn It One

Like all superhero shows and movies, Supacell has a post-credits scene. While nothing is a guarantee these days, there’s enough going on after the first season’s ending and the implications made in the final moments that fans probably won’t be satisfied until Season 2 is confirmed. At the time of writing, Season 2 of Supacell is not confirmed, but that can change at any moment. It takes a while for Netflix to collect data and make a decision...

New on Netflix in July 2024: Every movie and TV series landing this month

New on Netflix in July 2024: Every movie and TV series landing this month - Including one of the greatest shows of all time

Ignore the critics – Kevin Costner’s three-hour western is a must-watch

Good news! Remember the film everyone keeps begging Hollywood to make? The one that returns to old-fashioned values of layered storytelling and real-world spectacle? Created by a seasoned, impassioned artist rather than a soulless business model? That goes out of its way to cater to the older audiences typically not that well-served outside of awar...

From David Attenborough to David Beckham: Who’s who in the Royal Box on Wimbledon day one?

From David Attenborough to David Beckham: Who’s who in the Royal Box on Wimbledon day one? - Actors, presenters and sports stars will be rubbing shoulders in the Royal Box

Dolly Parton recruited by Ryan Reynolds after learning about Welsh heritage

Dolly Parton has said she was "tickled" to learn about her Welsh heritage in an upcoming documentary.

New on Paramount Plus in July 2024 — all the movies and shows to watch

Here are all the new movies and shows coming to Paramount Plus in July 2024.

'Emotional roller-coaster': Prince William, Idris Elba and Avril Lavigne fans celebrate England's win

Prince William, Idris Elba and Avril Lavigne fans celebrated England's nail-biting 2-1 win over Slovakia at Euro 2024 on Sunday night.

When to shower, who to hug, how to get served … 24 things we learned about the world at Glastonbury 2024

You should never flex about how much sleep you got If someone had a headache, you would never reply: “That’s funny, my head feels great.” For some reason, any mention of insomnia will unleash a chorus of: “I slept like a baby!”; “Soon as my head hit the pillow!” It’s annoying at any time, but at festivals, the sleep-deprived hit critical mass, and they will turn. If you can sleep through anything, keep quiet about it. Let your bright eyes and...

24 Movie Star Couples Who Met on Set

Including a bunch you've forgotten!

One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson stages impromptu England match screening at Glastonbury

Festivalgoers at Glastonbury were given the opportunity to watch England’s Euro 2016 last-16 match against Slovakia by an unlikely figure: former One Direction star Louis Tomlinson, who livestreamed the game in the festival campsite on a flatscreen television he’d bought from Argos earlier in the day. Glastonbury officials had announced earlier in the week that the match would not be shown at the festival due to clashes with performances on the...

The Exorcism review: Russell Crowe on dementedly entertaining form in this juicy plunge into B-movie hell

The Exorcism review: Russell Crowe on dementedly entertaining form in this juicy plunge into B-movie hell - 3/5 This is a pleasingly nasty, pulpy horror

20 facts you might not know about 'Lord of the Rings: Return of the King'

If you’ve read up on “The Fellowship of the Ring” and “The Two Towers,” you’re ready to check out these 20 facts you might not know about “Return of the King.”

Tom Hanks and Robin Wright look decades younger in first look for Here

Tom Hanks and Robin Wright look decades younger in first look for Here - Actors reunite with Forrest Gump director Robert Zemeckis and screenwriter Eric Roth