Singer known for tracks such as Brown Sugar and Untitled (How Does It Feel) died at home from pancreatic cancer

The revered band will play four nights at London's O2 Arena in November as part of a European tour.

Versatile singer straddled jazz, classical, pop and musical theatre with four-octave range, and collaborated for decades with husband, John Dankworth

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American songwriter lit up generations of dancefloors with his group Sly and the Family Stone

In an age of disinformation, our broadcaster is trusted to find and tell the truth. Now more than ever we need it, says former reporter, MP and Unicef ambassador, Martin Bell

Matthew Sweet discovers the life and work of Ray Dolby, inventor of Dolby Noise Reduction.

The music, books, films and theatre that defined VE Day 1945.

The 86 concerts this summer will include anniversary celebrations of Shostakovich, Ravel and Boulez, a Traitors-themed Prom presented by Claudia Winkleman – and a record number of female conductors

Stepping in to save the media outlet after US cuts could help European democracies combat Russian disinformation, writes Peter Pomerantsev

From media to culture and the arts to the refusal to abide by court orders, we’re nearing ‘Defcon 1 for our democracy’, experts say

Tributes have been paid to the former King Crimson percussionist Jamie Muir, who has died at the age of 82.

Hudson was the last remaining member of the folk-rock group, releasing 10 studio albums with them and touring with Dylan in his newfound electric period

There could be further plans in store for the legendary sitcom.

Laurie Anderson, artist, shares the soundtrack of her life with Lauren Laverne.

Chancellor’s tough approach to public spending ‘absolutely right’, says PM after cost of government borrowing rose

Chris Addison explores how composers have used music to challenge the power of the state.

This consultation seeks views on how the government can ensure the UK’s legal framework for AI and copyright supports the UK creative industries and AI sector together.

The defence minister said Russia was suffering 1,500 casualties a day in its conflict with Ukraine.

The film director responsible for Thelma & Louise, Alien and Gladiator.