Irish Squid Game contestant: 'We were starved' Netflix has just dropped the first five episodes of Squid Game: The Challenge, a reality game show based on its most-watched series of all time, … Television • 25 Nov
21 of our favourite Toy Show moments of all time! We're counting down to Friday's Late Late Toy Show with our favourite moments from down the decades. See if you agree! Late Late Toy Show • 23 Nov
Bruce Lee's legacy endures 50 years after his death Martial arts icon Bruce Lee's influence can still be felt in Hong Kong, where he spent his childhood and final years, as fans this week … Movies • 19 Jul
Vietnam bans Barbie film over South China Sea map Vietnam has banned the new Barbie film from cinemas over scenes with a map showing China's claims to territory in the South China Sea, state … Movies • 03 Jul
Guitar smashed by Kurt Cobain sells for nearly $600,000 A guitar smashed on stage by Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain has sold for nearly $600,000, several times its original estimate, an auction house said. Entertainment • 21 May
Cannes braced for stars - and protests The Cannes Film Festival is rolling out the red carpet for a star-packed edition featuring Harrison Ford, Johnny Depp and Natalie Portman - but there … Movies • 15 May
Freddie Mercury treasures on show and under the hammer A month-long exhibition and auction showcasing more than 1,500 items from the private collection of the late Freddie Mercury is due to take place this … Music • 26 Apr
David Attenborough unearths giant sea monster David Attenborough unearths the skull of a ferocious Jurassic predator in a new BBC film. Television • 10 Apr
Ted Lasso stars promote mental health at White House The cast of the hit comedy series Ted Lasso has met US President Joe Biden to promote mental health awareness - but the actors' message … US • 21 Mar
Ska-punks Russkaja split up over safety fears The cult Austrian ska-punk band Russkaja, surfing Soviet nostalgia in Vienna for two decades, have announced they are splitting up over safety fears following the … Music • 04 Feb
Oscar-nominated short film puts Iran in focus Short films nominated for an Oscar do not often receive wide public attention, but when one is about an Iranian girl seeking freedom from male … oscars • 04 Feb
Uganda's first Grammy nominee 'a beacon of hope' Orphaned and homeless, Eddy Kenzo used to struggle to persuade DJs to play his songs, but Uganda's first Grammy contender said his success offers hope … Music • 01 Feb
BTS star to begin military service next month - report The oldest member of the K-pop phenomenon BTS will begin his military service on 13 December, becoming the first in the group to enlist, South … Music • 24 Nov 22
'Egypt's Britney Spears' puts focus on women's rights In recent weeks, the story of an Egyptian pop star admitted into a rehabilitation facility has spilled beyond celebrity gossip, sparking new debate on women's … Music • 03 Nov 22
Secret history of black cinema finally given a close-up Long before Denzel Washington, Spike Lee or even Sidney Poitier, generations of pioneering and revolutionary black filmmakers played a key role in shaping early US … Entertainment • 19 Aug 22
Thai cave rescue diver relives mission at film premiere One of the divers who helped save 12 young footballers from a cave in Thailand has recalled how those involved did not have time to … News Lens • 19 Jul 22
Rare violin could fetch €10.5 million at London auction A rare 1679 violin made by renowned Italian craftsman Antonio Stradivari is headed for auction next month where it could fetch up to €10.5 million. Music • 06 Jun 22
Cut down TV time to help your heart, experts say More than one in 10 cases of heart disease could be prevented if people slashed the amount of time they spent in front of the … Television • 24 May 22
Vogue magazine says sorry to Cornish pub in name row An English village pub in Cornwall has received a framed apology letter from the publisher of Vogue magazine after it requested the centuries-old establishment change … Trending • 19 May 22
Keystroke portrait is exactly Tom Hanks' type of thing A British artist who used a typewriter to create a portrait of Tom Hanks has said he was "blown away" when the artwork was signed … Movies • 01 May 22
Dublin teenager sounds right note in reopening campaign A teenage singer-songwriter who duetted with Whitney Houston as a seven-year-old girl has now been heard by millions after becoming the voice of a campaign … Music • 12 Sep 21
Dolly Parton helped Moderna vaccine with $1m pledge A $1 million donation by Dolly Parton appears to have helped fund the production of a promising new coronavirus vaccine. News Lens • 29 Dec 20
Matt Damon shares special message for Temple Street Matt Damon has taken time out of his busy schedule during his latest visit to Ireland to send a heartfelt message of support to sick … Movies • 22 Oct 20
Picture This launch new album in Empire State Building Picture This launched their new album MDRN LV from the top of the Empire State Building in New York on Wednesday. Music • 15 Feb 19
