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9th September 2026

'South Park' Creators Rename Show 'South America' in Satirical Dig at Trump

The animated series alters its title following statements by the US president regarding renaming various landmarks.

The creators of the animated hit 'South Park' have renamed the show 'South America' in an apparent satirical dig directed at US President Donald Trump.

The move comes after Trump, currently serving his second term in office, stated that he wanted to use the word 'America' to rename a lake, a gulf, and even a US state.

  • 'South Park' creators renamed the show 'South America' as an apparent jab at Donald Trump.
  • The change follows Trump's proposal to use the word 'America' to rename a lake, gulf, and state during his second term.

Sources: BBC Entertainment & Arts

9th September 2026

Filmmakers Detail the Wild Creation of Oasis Comeback Documentary 'Don't Look Back in Anger'

Directors reflect on capturing emotional fans, police briefings, and high-stakes backstage drama during the band's reunion.

The directors behind 'Don't Look Back in Anger,' a documentary detailing the Oasis reunion, have opened up about the wild experience of filming the band's comeback. The reunion took place 16 years after the group imploded in Paris when Liam Gallagher swung a guitar at his brother Noel backstage.

During production, filmmakers captured weeping crowds, a vicar delivering a sermon about brotherly forgiveness, and police officers using Oasis song lyrics for operational briefings. On July 4 last year, with 74,500 fans waiting for the opening gig, tension peaked when Liam Gallagher was nowhere to be found just 20 minutes before showtime.

  • 'Don't Look Back in Anger' documents the Oasis reunion 16 years after the brothers' backstage fight in Paris.
  • The documentary highlights unusual scenes including a vicar sermonizing on brotherly forgiveness and police using lyric-filled briefings.
  • Directors recalled intense drama when Liam Gallagher went missing 20 minutes before a 74,500-capacity show.

Sources: The Guardian Culture

9th September 2026

Alan Carr and 'Celebrity Traitors' Big Winners at 26th National Television Awards

Comedian Alan Carr held back tears during a memorable evening celebrating the best of British television.

Comedian Alan Carr emotionally took to the stage during the 26th edition of the National Television Awards, holding back tears on a special night for UK television talent.

Among the evening's biggest winners was 'Celebrity Traitors,' which secured top honors as part of the annual ceremony recognizing outstanding achievements in television broadcasting.

  • Alan Carr delivered an emotional appearance at the 26th National Television Awards.
  • 'Celebrity Traitors' was among the major winners of the night.

Sources: BBC Entertainment & Arts

8th September 2026

Glastonbury Confirms Ticket Sale Dates with Prices Exceeding £400 for First Time

The iconic music festival will return next June following a fallow year with record-high ticket prices.

Glastonbury Festival has officially confirmed its ticket sale dates ahead of its planned return next June following a fallow year.

Festival-goers will face record costs, as ticket prices are set to top £400 for the first time in the event's history.

  • Glastonbury returns next June following a fallow year.
  • Ticket prices will top £400 for the first time.

Sources: BBC Entertainment & Arts