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UK Music Industry hits back at government’s spring budget statement: “A reckless dereliction of duty”

"The Chancellor’s failure to introduce meaningful financial relief is not just negligent - it is a direct attack on the viability of an industry that contributes billions to the UK economy"

Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends accepting free Sabrina Carpenter tickets

The politician attended one of Carpenter's shows with a family member earlier this month

Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker reportedly attacked by Israeli settlers is free, according to co-director

‘No Other Land’ director Hamdan Ballal is believed to have been released

Heart’s Nancy Wilson says it’s “embarrassing” to be an American now

She also thinks the band's 'Barracuda' “is even more relevant in the salacious billionaire culture with the grab-them-by-the-pussy mentality”

Ed Sheeran writes open letter urging UK government to invest in music education

The letter, co-signed by Elton John, Coldplay and Central Cee, calls for a £250million package to "repair decades of dismantling music"

Dropkick Murphys singer breaks silence after confronting MAGA hat-wearing Trump fan at Boston gig

"I do have to call out the hypocrisy when I see it, especially if it’s being put in my face”

Members of U.K. Subs denied entry into US for punk festival show

The veteran punk band, who have been publicly critical of President Trump, were detained for 25 hours before being deported back to the UK

Kneecap hit out at breaking of Gaza ceasefire: “Fuck Israel”

"There’s never been a war, just a medieval type slaughter, except with drones and fighter jets"

Kneecap slam “lick-arse” and “scumbag” Irish leader over White House visit: “He thinks it’s a big game”

Micheál Martin met Donald Trump at the Oval Office earlier this month

Courtney Love reveals plans to become British citizen: “Can’t get rid of me!”

She moved to the UK from Los Angeles back in 2019