Pete Doherty ‘smashed’ 4,000-calorie breakfast in minutes 

The Libertines frontman Pete Doherty devoured a massive 4,000-calorie, burger-topped breakfast which he “smashed” in minutes.

Madonna responds to backlash over Franklin speech: It was not a tribute 

Madonna has fired back in response to the backlash she received following her speech about Aretha Franklin at the MTV Video Music Awards, saying that it was not intended to be a tribute in the first place.

Justin Bieber breaks world record as Despacito remix named most-streamed track 

Justin Bieber has broken his own record after the remix of chart-topping single Despacito was streamed billions of times online.

Hit Broadway musical Waitress set for West End debut 

Broadway show Waitress is coming to the West End in a “dream come true” for songwriter Sara Bareilles.

Belfast Nightlife: Kasabian at Custom House Square - Monday, August 20 2018 [Photos] 

It was Kasabian's turn to take to the stage at Custom House Square, Belfast.

Camila Cabello responds to teenage self with touching tweet after VMA win 

Camila Cabello responded to her 16-year-old self in a touching tweet after winning big at the MTV Video Music Awards.

MTV VMAs 2018: Red carpet fashion [Photos] 

The 2018 MTV Video Music Awards took over New York's Radio City Music Hall on Monday, August 20

‘Who let Madonna on stage?’ Singer criticised over Aretha Franklin VMAs tribute 

Madonna has been widely criticised for her tribute to Aretha Franklin at the MTV Video Music Awards, during which she talked about her own journey to stardom.

Emotional Ariana Grande wins Best Pop prize at MTV VMAs 

Ariana Grande appeared emotional as she won the Best Pop prize at the MTV Video Music Awards.

Amber Rose turns heads with daring costume at MTV VMAs 

Amber Rose stood out on the red carpet of the MTV Video Music Awards in a daring red costume.

Madonna pays tribute to ‘queen’ Aretha Franklin at VMAs 

Madonna paid tribute to Aretha Franklin at the MTV Video Music Awards and described her as “one of the greatest soul singers that ever lived”.

Jennifer Lopez thrills fans with medley of her biggest hits at the VMAs 

Jennifer Lopez treated fans to a medley of some of her best-known songs as her career was honoured at the MTV Video Music Awards.

Demi Lovato’s sister ‘thanks God’ as she wishes her a happy birthday 

Demi Lovato’s younger sister has celebrated the singer’s birthday with a moving message in which she says she is “thanking God” for the people who have supported her.

Korean pop stars BTS unveil album tracklisting 

BTS have unveiled the new album artwork and track-listing for Love Yourself: Answer – the final instalment in their Love Yourself album trilogy.

Ellie Goulding jokes about fiance height difference in cute social post 

Pop star Ellie Goulding has made a reference to the difference in height between her and fiance Caspar Jopling in an adorable post on social media.

Lana Del Rey: Israel performance is not a political statement 

Lana Del Rey has said that her upcoming performance in Israel is “not a political statement”, but that she understands the concern from her fans.

Chart surge for Aretha Franklin after death 

A number of Aretha Franklin songs are likely to return to the charts this week as fans have flocked to listen to her greatest hits following her death.

Belfast Nightlife: Sasha & John Digweed at Custom House Square - Saturday, August 18... 

New Overtones album to include vocals from late band member Timmy Matley 

The new album from The Overtones will feature vocals from band member Timmy Matley, who died earlier this year.

10 things happening in Northern Ireland August 20 - 26 - from tattoo convention to Foyle... 

Our pick of the top events happening this week in Northern Ireland.

Greg James’s Breakfast Show debut includes Red Arrows and a lion 

Greg James’s Radio 1 Breakfast Show debut included an alternative display by the Red Arrows, a roar from a lion, and guest appearances by comedian Joe Lycett and DJ Calvin Harris.

Greg James Radio 1 Breakfast Show debut ’20 years in the making’ 

Greg James joked that he had been preparing for “about 20 years” when he kicked off his first Radio 1 Breakfast Show.

Hailey Baldwin cuddles up to fiance Justin Bieber in sweet picture 

Hailey Baldwin has called fiance Justin Bieber her “absolute best friend” as they cosied up together.

The Overtones release first album since death of band member 

The Overtones are to release their first album as a four-piece, their first following the death of band member Timmy Matley.

Cardi B leads the way at MTV VMAs with Aretha Franklin tribute planned 

Cardi B leads the way in nominations ahead of the MTV Video Music Awards.

Backstreet Boys fans injured in US storm 

At least 14 Backstreet Boys fans were injured after a metal structure at an outdoor concert collapsed in a storm in the US.

Rod Stewart: I regret what I said about Elton John 

Sir Rod Stewart regrets declaring that Sir Elton John’s farewell tour “stinks of grabbing money” – but he has not apologised.

Date set for singer Aretha Franklin’s funeral in Detroit 

The funeral of soul singer Aretha Franklin will be held on August 31 in her home town of Detroit, her publicist has confirmed.

George Ezra shoots back to number one in UK singles chart 

George Ezra’s song Shotgun has returned to the top of the UK singles chart after four weeks of being stuck behind Drake’s In My Feelings.

Belfast nightlife: A Level results party at dsqo, Filthy McNasty's - Thursday, August 16... 

People out on A Level result night at Filthy McNastys for Dsqo on Thursday, August 16 2018.

Ariana Grande’s new album Sweetener gets thumbs-up from critics 

Ariana Grande has received largely positive reviews for her new album from critics, and the pop star’s fans have shared their dizzying excitement for the record.

Hugo Duncan: How modest Gerry Guthrie became one of country's top showmen 

When Gerry Guthrie decided that he would like to go on the road and front his own band, he knew he was taking a gamble.

Not the retiring type: Madonna and Annie Lennox among the women still going strong in music 

It's a truism that older women have had their visibility problems. City boardrooms are short of women in general, and women over 60 are certainly thin on the ground. Most notably, broadcasting has been notoriously shy of giving older women screen time.

Albums of the week: From Dan Owen to Gabrielle 

Singer-songwriter Dan Owen knocks it out of the park with his gravelly voice on his debut album, while Gabrielle returns after an 11-year break.

Liam Payne makes changes to debut album following Cheryl split 

Liam Payne has said he is making big changes to his debut album following his split from Cheryl.

Little Mix star Perrie Edwards has operation for oesophagus problems 

Perrie Edwards has revealed she has had surgery to deal with problems with her oesophagus.

Aretha Franklin – a life in pictures 

Aretha Franklin was one of the great musical figures of the 20th century.

Teen cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason receives Brit Certified Breakthrough Award 

Sheku Kanneh-Mason, the cellist who played at the royal wedding in May, has become the first artist to receive the new Brit Certified Breakthrough Award.

Aretha Franklin remembered as ‘one of a kind’ by Sister Sledge star Kim 

Aretha Franklin was a “one-of-a-kind” talent who inspired countless other artists, according to her friend Kim Sledge.

Aretha Franklin dies: The Queen of Soul’s biggest hits remembered 

Singer Aretha Franklin became known as the Queen of Soul for a string of seminal pop songs throughout a career that spanned five decades.

Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin was known for mega-hit Respect 

Singer Aretha Franklin was the undisputed Queen of Soul with a career spanning seven decades, whose feminist anthem Respect is considered by many to be one of the greatest songs of all time.

Q&A: Derry band TOUTS on their Belfast gig and getting barred from the Crown Bar 

TOUTS, a three piece punk band from Londonderry, describe themselves as a singer that can't sing, a mod that can't play bass and a drummer that can't see.

Why life is only beginning for us at 60... just like Madonna 

As Madonna celebrates her birthday today, Karen Ireland talks to two Northern Ireland women about reaching this milestone — and what the age-defying star means to them.

Madonna reminds the world she is still the Queen of Pop on her 60th birthday 

Madonna has posted a reminder on her 60th birthday that she is still the Queen of Pop.

Stormzy starts scholarship for two black students to go to Cambridge University 

Grime artist Stormzy has said he hopes that a scholarship he is offering to help black Cambridge University students pay their tuition fees serves as a reminder to young people from all backgrounds that they have the opportunity to get the best education.

Too cute! – Fans love image of Mariah Carey and daughter in matching pose 

Mariah Carey’s fans said they were bowled over by the “cuteness” as the star shared a picture of herself and her daughter in matching poses.

Deezer reveals Madonna’s most streamed songs as she turns 60 

Eighties classics from Madonna’s back catalogue are amongst her most popular hits in the year she turns 60, figures from Deezer have shown.

Taylor Swift opens up about sexual assault case one year on 

Singer Taylor Swift has thanked fans for their support during a concert in the US that she played one year to the day since jurors found a radio host groped her during a photo shoot.

Madonna turns 60 after groundbreaking career of controversies 

Madonna will celebrate her 60th birthday on Thursday, following a long career of reinvention and controversy.