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Former Radio 1 DJ Andy Peebles, last interviewer of John Lennon, dies aged 76

He interviewed Lennon and his wife Yoko Ono in New York for a radio series, two days before the musician was shot dead aged 40 in 1980.

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Andy Peebles death: BBC Radio 1 DJ behind John Lennon’s final interview dies suddenly aged 76

Far from being a career highlight, Peebles once said the aftermath of the Lennon interview ‘blighted my life’ and brought him close to a breakdown

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Could tearful Jamie Laing be the antidote to Andrew Tate's toxic manosphere?

During a gruelling five-day run across England for Comic Relief, Jamie Laing emerged as a champion of men’s mental health – and he’s got the attention of teen boys

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Jamie Laing told wife every day he could not do Comic Relief marathon challenge

Sophie Habboo was there to meet him at the finish line.

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Emotional moment Jamie Laing learns how much he raised for Comic Relief

Former ‘Made in Chelsea’ star and Radio 1 presenter was cheered on by his wife, Sophie Habboo, and colleagues Greg James, Vick hope and Jeremiah Asiamah

The Independent UK

How to follow Jamie Laing's ultra marathons for Comic Relief

Radio 1 presenters sets off from Market Harborough on gruelling third day of running

Evening Standard

Jamie Laing ‘will crawl’ over finish line in order to complete ultra-marathon

The former Made In Chelsea star set off on Monday morning to tackle the 150-plus mile run from London to Salford to raise money for Comic Relief.

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Rappers Aitch and AJ Tracey will play a special B2B set at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend

Radio 1's Big Weekend takes place at Liverpool's Sefton Park between May 23 and 25.

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I'm A Celebrity's Melvin Odoom scores date with 'crush' Carol Vorderman

The Radio 1 DJ posed for selfies with the former Countdown star

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Nick Grimshaw: ‘Getting people to talk about music is the same as talking about food. Both are full of memories’

The DJ and podcaster on taking over the 6 Music breakfast slot, coping with grief, and what he learned working as an intern at MTV

The Guardian - UK

‘We spent £100,000 doing a gig in a scout hut!’ The Beta Band on debt, disastrous decisions – and their defiant comeback

Fiercely original and stunning live, they should have been massive – but they imploded. As the Scots return, they relive disowning their debut album, blowing Top of the Pops – and getting shocks off their battery-powered illuminated suits

The Guardian - UK

The BBC wanted Black listeners and turned to Tim Westwood, white son of a vicar. A parable for our times

Of the many lessons arising from this week’s report into the presenter’s alleged bullying and misogyny, one is the corporate cynicism that sustained him, says Guardian columnist Jane Martinson

The Guardian - UK

Tim Westwood inquiry report: what new allegations against him have emerged?

The document contains a series of previously unpublished claims, including 22 from members of the public

The Guardian - UK

Westwood report key findings: DJ’s alleged behaviour was ‘a factor’ in BBC exit

He strongly denies the allegations.

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BBC apologises for ‘missed opportunities’ over DJ Tim Westwood's 'bullying behaviour'

The BBC Board has apologised after a review into what the broadcaster knew about concerns over former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood’s conduct found it…

The Independent UK

BBC says it ‘fell short and failed people’ over Tim Westwood

Corporation issued an apology as external inquiry found it missed opportunities that might have led to action over the former Radio 1 DJ’s alleged behaviour

Evening Standard

BBC apologises over 'missed opportunities' as Tim Westwood review finds 'evidence of misogyny and bullying'

Radio 1 DJ’s behaviour ‘was entirely incompatible with BBC values’, the broadcaster says

The Guardian - UK

BBC admits it ‘fell short and failed people’ over Tim Westwood

Corporation apologises as inquiry finds it missed opportunities that could have led to action over former Radio 1 DJ’s behaviour

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The Independent UK

BBC Board apologises for ‘missed opportunities’ after Tim Westwood review

A barrister was appointed in 2022 to lead the BBC review.

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Former BBC star unrecognisable after debuting new look – can you guess who it is?

‘Thought I was following George Clooney for a moment,’ another presenter quipped

Evening Standard

Girl band Remember Monday to represent UK at Eurovision, BBC Radio 1 hosts claim

The BBC has not officially confirmed the girl group for the role yet, saying ‘any announcements regarding Eurovision will be made in due course’.

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Sam Fender to headline Radio 1's Big Weekend

Sam Fender will headline BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in May.

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Zoe Ball surprises Scott Mills with tearful message as he kicks off Radio 2 Breakfast Show

The show began with lively celebrations, including a unique tribute from Stockport Train Station

Evening Standard

Scott Mills ‘not worried’ about perceived lack of women presenters on Radio 2

Zoe Ball presented her last breakfast show on December 20, with Mills set to take over on January 27.

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“I thought Bowie was talented even though he lacked direction. I could hear the star quality in his voice”: Tony Visconti’s tales of David Bowie, Marc Bolan, Phil Lynott and U2

Bowie, Bolan, Thin Lizzy – producer Tony Visconti has worked with them all

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