The Islamic State group publishes photos of militants destroying what it says are six statues looted from the ancient ruins of Palmyra in Syria.

Lord Of The Rings actor Sir Ian McKellen is named as grand marshal of this year's Manchester Pride Parade.

New figures from the British Phonographic Industry reveal 11.5 billion songs have been streamed in the first six months of 2015.

The identity of the dealer who supplied Peaches Geldof with the drugs that killed her may never be known after the police investigation ends.

Rapper Sean 'P Diddy' Combs will not face assault charges following an incident in June at the University of California, officials say.

Damon Albarn's Alice in Wonderland-inspired musical garners qualified reviews despite receiving a standing ovation at the Manchester International Festival.

London's Victoria and Albert Museum is to open around-the-clock to accommodate demand for its Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty exhibition.

Broadcaster Sir Michael Parkinson confirms he has been given an all-clear by doctors after two years of treatment for prostate cancer.