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NEWSLETTER: Love, money & Dolly's financial legacy - Reuters
NEWSLETTER: Love, money & Dolly's financial legacy Reuters
August 28, 2026Paul Heaton scores first number one album as Dolly Parton's 9 to 5 finally reaches top 40
Heaton's solo album tops the chart, while Parton's 1980 US hit reaches the UK top 40 at last.
August 28, 2026Reading and Leeds Festival unveils major overhaul, but will it draw in a new crowd?
BBC Newsbeat has spoken with festival-goers to see whether they feel the changes will attract a wider demographic.
August 28, 2026'Take care of yourself now'
Grammy award-winning soprano Angel Bluehow discusses how a recent health diagnosis has affected her.
August 27, 2026Festivalgoers brave heavy rain on wet first day
The Reading Festival has begun and continues until Sunday, before tens of thousands leave on Monday.
August 27, 2026How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts
While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.
August 26, 2026'We will always love you' - world mourns Dolly Parton - Reuters
'We will always love you' - world mourns Dolly Parton Reuters
August 26, 2026'If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain': The wit and wisdom of Dolly Parton
The much-loved country singer-songwriter in her own words, following her death aged 80.
August 26, 2026Dolly Parton was the one thing most Americans could agree on
The cultural icon was one of the rare celebrities adored by Americans of all ages, races and political persuasions.
August 26, 2026Elton John, Oprah Winfrey and Paul McCartney join tributes to Dolly Parton
The tributes have included artists across musical genres, fans from all generations and politicians from all spectrum sharing their love for the country icon.
August 26, 2026'I'm heartbroken' - Fans react to Dolly Parton's death
The BBC spoke to gatherers at her Hollywood star in Los Angeles, and fans in Washington DC about the music icon's impact.
August 25, 2026'Dolly made everybody feel they were her friend'
US singer Darius Rucker speaks to the BBC about Dolly Parton following the news of her death.
August 25, 2026EsDeeKid mystery no problem for fans after 'insane' All Points East set
We still don't know the Scouse rapper's true identity, but do music lovers really care who he is?
August 24, 2026US rapper BigXthaPlug arrested on drug and gun charges
The rapper, who has faced similar charges in the past, had been due to perform at the Country Rising Festival.
August 22, 2026Sir Anthony Hopkins often 'returns' to Wales on Google Maps
The Hollywood star who was born in Port Talbot says his thoughts bring him back to Wales every day.
August 21, 2026Duplantis releases song for Ultimate Championship
Swedish pole vault star Armand Duplantis says "music and sport bring people together in the best way as he releases 'Gold' for the upcoming inaugural Ultimate Championship.
August 21, 2026Brandon Flowers: Is fame worth it? I'm not sure anymore
The Killers frontman asks big questions on his third solo album, which takes a detour into country.
August 21, 2026'Baby Shark' boy returns to stage as a K-pop singer - Reuters
'Baby Shark' boy returns to stage as a K-pop singer Reuters
August 20, 2026Christian metal band Demon Hunter sue Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters
The band say they face "an existential crisis" after the success of the K-pop-inspired Netflix film.
August 19, 2026ZZ Top's longtime drummer, Frank Beard, dies at 77 - Reuters
ZZ Top's longtime drummer, Frank Beard, dies at 77 Reuters
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