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CM Punk, Rhea Ripley, Seth Rollins and more are set to appear once again on WWE Raw with it's second episode as part of Netflix airing this evening in the UK.

The exact time WWE Raw is airing on Netflix tonight in the UK

Culture and tickets writer Benjamin Jackson makes some bold predictions for the year ahead in music, including why guitar-music still to pull it's socks up.

I’m a music expert - here are my biggest predictions for 2025 Benjamin Jackson

After her record-breaking tour on the United Kingdom in 2024, which area in the country has the most Taylor Swift fans per-person?

The UK areas with the biggest 'Swifties' named

A new year, a new month and a new raft of Glastonbury Festival rumours to tide you over until resale tickets go on sale in Spring.

Beyonce, Stevie Wonder and the other rumoured acts playing Glasto 2025

Holly Willoughby, Superman and more are previewed in Screen Babble's first episode of 2025.

Screen Babble 2025 preview: What are we looking forward to this year?

The UK Government has revealed plans to combat both price gouging for resale tickets to events across the country and a look into the practice of "dynamic pricing."

Price of resale tickets will soon be capped - what you need to know

Chappell Roan has won the annual BBC Sound of... for 2025.

Chappell Roan crowned the winner of BBC Sound of 2025

The Beatles 'White Album' is one of two records considered incredibly valuable in the United Kingdom, according to a study by A2D2.

What are the 10 most valuable records to own in the UK in 2025?

Who was the best-selling musician who toured in the UK in 2024, and by how much did they beat second place by?

Who were the top 10 best selling touring artists in the UK in 2024?

Music and Tickets writer Benjamin Jackson dusts off the New Years cobwebs to talk about what his favourite show of 2024 was - and what he's looking forward to in 2025.

The best gig I went to in 2024 and what I’m looking forward to in 2025

Ed Gamble returns once again with The Traitors: Uncloaked as the new series of the popular BBC series begins in the New Year.

How to watch The Traitors Uncloaked tonight

From reunions and triumphs to deaths and dismay - here's some of the big news from the world of music that took place throughout 2024.

2024 in Review: The biggest moments in music over the past 12 months

Who’s set to appear with Jools Holland during his annual Hootenanny this year?

The exact time Jools' Annual Hootenanny starts on TV tonight

Who’s set to appear with Jools Holland during his annual Hootenanny this year?

Who’s set to feature on Jools’ Annual Hootenanny this New Years Eve?

Before the Battle of Britpop between Oasis and Blur, another distinctively British music feud occured years earlier between The Cure's Robert Smith and Morrissey.

The original 1980s music feud before Oasis and Blur

There's almost something of everyone in terms of films screening on free TV over New Years Eve and New Years Day - here's a look what's on the box.

Your ultimate guide to films screening on TV over the New Year

Here's our guide to some of the biggest tours coming to the United Kingdom in 2025 - that have been announced so far.

25 of the biggest tours taking place across the UK in 2025 - so far
Here’s out guide to some of the biggest tours taking place in the UK in 2025
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Vue Cinemas reveal the 10 most popular films that have screened in theatres in 2024 - as chosen by the cinemagoing public.

What were the most beloved cinema releases in 2024 according to fans?

The Chiefs vs the Steelers is just one of the two games scheduled to screen live on Netflix during Christmas Day - with Beyonce set to provide entertainment at half-time during one game.

NFL Gameday Live: How to watch the Netflix live streams in the UK

Tired of the same old Christmas dross? Why not try one of our 13 alternative Christmas film selections instead?

Christmas with a dark side: 13 alternative holiday films this season

Nothing taking your interest on streaming services? Why not check out one of the many films on offer on free TV this Christmas?

The festive film highlights set to feature on live TV this Christmas

The age old debate - is 'Die Hard' a Christmas film or is it just an action film during Christmas?

Die Hard: is the ‘80s action film truly a Christmas movie?

Nothing on the TV this year, or not got a TV license? Why not browse the plethora of Christmas films available on streaming services while digesting the annual Christmas meal?

Nothing on the box? Why not stream one of these Christmas classics?

Andrew Ridgeley celebrates Wham! earning the 2024 Christmas Number 1 single for a second year in a row after the announcement on BBC Radio 1 moments ago.

UK chart history made as 2024's Christmas Number 1 is announced

Is there a certain number of combined sales needed to guarantee a good shot at becoming a UK Christmas Number 1 single?

Explainer UK Christmas Number 1: How many sales are needed to top the chart?

Reporter Benjamin Jackson tries his hand at writing a "relatable" Christmas song - with the help of ChatGPT.

I tried to write the next Christmas anthem for the 2025 season

A Reddit user has admitted that they were responsible for some of the biggest album leaks to occur in the year 2000 - but what are the current laws on music piracy?

The rules around music piracy that could land you in prison

Beyoncé has now become the most certified female artist in the history of the Recording Industry Association of America.

Beyoncé crowned the most successful female artist in RIAA history
Beyoncé dethrones Taylor Swift to break yet another record in 2024
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The UK singles midweek chart has been revealed, but who this close to Christmas is set to become the 2024 Christmas Number 1 winner?

Who in the midweek chart could be crowned the 2024 Christmas Number 1?

As the first teasers for the new "Superman" film have dropped, what has been the storied production timeline for the upcoming DCEU film?

What were all the dramas as the new "Superman" teaser trailer drops?

Who is currently top of our Fantasy Festival League in December? Here's our look at the top streaming artists on Spotify who are confirmed to be performing on the 2025 UK festival circuit.

The most streamed artists performing on the 2025 UK festival circuit

Despite being a holiday favourite, just how bad were the injuries The Wet Bandits suffered at the hands of Kevin McAllister - and could they sue the family for their injuries?

Explainer What were the injuries The Wet Bandits suffered in “Home Alone?”

Keanu Reeves joins Jim Carrey and Idris Elba in the third instalment in the "Sonic The Hedgehog" film franchise - opening in the UK on December 21 2024.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3: Keanu Reeves joins Jim Carrey in film sequel

Save the date! Here are the key dates for 2025's music award season, including the BRIT Awards and the Grammys.

The major award ceremonies taking place in 2025

Adele has found herself the subject of a plagiarism claim in a Brazilian court over her song, “Million Years Ago.”

Court orders Adele to remove song from streaming services

Wychwood Festival is set to take place at Cheltenham Racecourse in Gloucestershire from May 30 to June 1 2025.

Wychwood Festival announces first wave of acts for 2025 event

23 years ago this week, Whitney Houston was still reigning atop the UK single chart with “I Will Always Love You”

What songs have matched Whitney Houston's record on the UK chart?

MOBO founder Kanya King CBE has revealed on social media she is battling stage 4 bowel cancer.

Kanya King CBE: MOBO Awards founder battling stage 4 cancer

Is it Rage Against The Machine, Ed Sheeran, Leona Lewis or Shayne Ward who has had the most successful UK Christmas number 1 of all time?

What is the most successful UK Christmas Number 1 song of all time?

Who will be crowned the UK Christmas Chart's number 1 selling single this year - and how do songs qualify to enter the race?

The exact date that the 2024 Christmas Number 1 will be crowned

Who were the most searched for musicians on Google in 2024?

The 10 most searched for musicians on Google in 2024

Selena Gomez, Zoe Saldana and more have been nominated at the 2025 Golden Globes for their work on the musical-crime-comedy, 'Emilia Pérez.'

What is the Golden Globe nominated film ‘Emilia Pérez’ about?

With the 2025 Golden Globe nominees to be announced today, what does the Road to the Oscars look like - and what are the major award ceremonies before the big one?

Explainer Our guide to the major award ceremonies in 2025

Sugababes, Robbie Williams, Gary Barlow and Lana Del Rey are just some of the huge artists heading to Scotland to perform in 2025.

29 unmissable concerts coming to Scotland in 2025

Chappell Roan, Travis Scott and Bring Me The Horizon have been announced as the headline acts for Leeds and Reading Festival 2025.

Leeds and Reading announces first wave of acts for 2025 festival

What pantomime is on offer in Scotland before Christmas Day 2024?

21 pantos taking place across Scotland throughout the 2024 season

Robbie Williams has announced a series of UK tour dates for 2025 as part of his widespread European tour next year.

Robbie Williams announces UK tour for 2025 - how to get tickets