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3 May 2024

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Comedy doesn't work if you're literal-minded, says Cleese
The writer and actor says it is tricky writing comedy for viewers who "don't understand metaphor or irony".

ELO keyboardist Richard Tandy dies at age of 76
Jeff Lynne announces the death of the band member and describes him as a "remarkable musician".

Dan Schneider files legal case over TV documentary
The TV producer says a docuseries falsely implied he "sexually abused children who worked on his shows".

Weinstein must face new New York trial this autumn
New York prosecutors plan to retry the case in September after his 2020 rape conviction was overturned.

Former BBC journalist alleges police surveillance
Vincent Kearney believes the PSNI may have tried to identify his sources for a Spotlight programme.

Olivia Rodrigo show postponed in Co-Op Live fiasco
Fans say they have been left in the lurch after the concert was postponed with three days notice.

'I watch my back': Spike in BBC journalists living in exile
The number of BBC World Service journalists working in exile is estimated to have doubled since 2020.

Rylan Clark reacts after he is compared to e-fit
The TV presenter says he is often mistaken for Eurovision singer and drag queen Conchita Wurst.

Four presenters begin legal action against BBC
They claim age and sex discrimination and say they were paid less than a male peer, which the BBC denies.

Kendrick Lamar escalates Drake feud on diss track
The Compton rapper finally responds to a series of taunts by Drake, calling him a "habitual liar”.

Amazon Prime ads help tech giant drive profits
The tech giant did better than expected in many areas of its business.

New law should ban AI deepfakes of music stars, MPs say
Stars like Jess Glynne signed a recent letter calling for more protection against "predatory" AI.

What can you do if a gig gets called off?
After Olivia Rodrigo is forced to delay her gig at the Co-Op Live venue - can fans get their cash back?

Singer's fans angered by Co-op Live arena chaos
US pop star Olivia Rodrigo has been forced to cancel two shows at the troubled new Manchester arena.

'King of Twang' guitarist Duane Eddy dies at 86
The Grammy-winning US guitarist is hailed by many as one of the founding fathers of rock and roll.

Dua Lipa wants to turn this year's Glastonbury into a nightclub
The star talks about her Glastonbury plans, the perfect date and the teacher who changed her life.

Bonnie Tyler says she tried to sound less Welsh
The singer said she took elocution lessons early in her career, but could not tone down her accent.

STV journalists strike for second time
Programmes such as News at Six and Scotland Tonight will not air on Wednesday.

Festival forced to move events after hotel fire
Organisers announce a new venue for its events following a fire at The Crowne Plaza hotel on Monday.

Tributes to radio presenter who 'made Merseyside laugh'
Former BBC Radio Merseyside producer and presenter Wally Scott has died after a long illness.

Sangita Myska leaves LBC in schedule shake-up
The presenter's departure follows speculation about her position at the talk radio station.

US author Paul Auster dies aged 77
The writer was best known for The New York Trilogy and gained cult status in the 1980s and 90s.