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<p>Actor Timothy West, known for many roles in television and the theatre, has died peacefully in his sleep aged 90 “with his friends and family at the end”, his family said. Picture: PA</p>

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Stage and screen star Timothy West dies aged 90 surrounded by family

Actor Timothy West, known for many roles in television and the theatre, has died peacefully in his sleep aged 90 “with his friends and family at the end”, his family said.

<p>Kanye West’s Twitter suspension has been lifted (Jonathan Brady/PA)</p>

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Kanye West’s Twitter account reinstated after almost eight-month suspension

<p>Madeleine West (Alamy/PA)</p>

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Ex-Neighbours actress Madeleine West says she was sexually abused as a child

Kanye West sued

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Sag-Aftra: Kanye West’s anti-Semitic remarks are not ‘harmless ranting’

Kanye West sued

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Kanye West’s Twitter account suspended after violating platform policy

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companies

Adidas to continue selling shoes designed with Kanye West, without Yeezy brand

Ye Sports Terminations

Kanye West’s Instagram restricted for 30 days for violating platform policies

Kanye West’s Instagram account has been temporarily restricted for 30 days, after violating the platform’s policies. The US rapper will not be able to post, comment or send direct messages during this time, and content was removed from his account.

Tue, 01 Nov, 2022

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Elon Musk claims Twitter restored Kanye West’s account before acquisition

New Twitter owner Elon Musk has claimed the social media platform restored Kanye West’s account before he finalised his acquisition of the company.

Fri, 28 Oct, 2022

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Madame Tussauds removes Kanye West wax figure from public view

It follows several companies including Adidas ending their partnerships with West and him dropping off the Forbes billionaire list amid controversial remarks

Wed, 26 Oct, 2022

Kanye West sued

Adidas ends partnership with Kanye West over ‘unacceptable’ remarks

Adidas said it expected the decision to have a “short-term negative impact of up to €250 million on the company’s net income in 2022 given the high seasonality of the fourth quarter”.

Tue, 25 Oct, 2022

Kanye West sued

Kanye West to face $250m lawsuit over George Floyd death remarks

It comes after the rapper made an appearance on the US podcast Drink Champs, where he claimed Mr Floyd was killed by a fentanyl overdose, in contrast to a medical examiner’s testimony

Wed, 19 Oct, 2022

Kanye West sued

Kanye West buying conservative social media platform Parler

Kanye West has begun the process of buying messaging platform Parler after his Twitter and Instagram accounts were locked.

Mon, 17 Oct, 2022

Gap Yeezy

Kanye West to end contract with Gap after two years

Kanye West is ending his relationship with the Gap after two years.

Fri, 16 Sep, 2022

Kanye West's new album

Kanye West’s Instagram account locked for violating platform bullying policies

Kanye West’s Instagram account has been temporarily locked, following his online attacks on SNL comedian Pete Davidson, the platform has confirmed.

Thu, 17 Mar, 2022

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Dominic West describes ‘daunting’ experience of joining Downton Abbey cast

Dominic West says it was “very daunting” joining the cast of Downton Abbey and that his first experiences on the set were surreal.

Tue, 15 Mar, 2022

Kanye West album

Kanye West says new album Donda 2 will be released exclusively on his platform

Kanye West says his new album Donda 2 will only be available exclusively on his own platform, the Stem Player. The US rapper said it was time to “free music from this oppressive system”, citing the small cuts made by artists for their work.

Fri, 18 Feb, 2022

Kanye West album

Kanye West apologises for online attacks and use of all capital letters

Kanye West says he “takes accountability” for his actions after posting multiple posts on Instagram, seemingly attacking Kim Kardashian and her boyfriend Pete Davidson.

Tue, 15 Feb, 2022

Kanye West album

Kanye West apologises for online attacks and use of all capital letters

Kanye West says he “takes accountability” for his actions after posting multiple posts on Instagram, seemingly attacking Kim Kardashian and her boyfriend Pete Davidson.

Tue, 15 Feb, 2022

'They remain close friends and collaborators': Kanye West splits with girlfriend Julia Fox

'They remain close friends and collaborators': Kanye West splits with girlfriend Julia Fox

Kanye West and his girlfriend Julia Fox are no longer together, representatives for the actress have confirmed. The Uncut Gems star and the US rapper remain “close friends and collaborators” but have ceased to be an official couple.

Tue, 15 Feb, 2022

Kanye West album

Kanye West named as suspect in alleged battery in Los Angeles

The rapper, who has legally changed his name to Ye, is being investigated after an incident was reported in the early hours of Thursday morning in Los Angeles

Thu, 13 Jan, 2022

Kanye West album

Kanye West slams Me Too movement as ‘1984 mind control’

West – who last month legally changed his name to Ye – suggested those behind the movement against sexual assault in Hollywood and other industries were “power-hungry maniacs”

Fri, 05 Nov, 2021

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Rapper formerly known as Kanye West legally changes name to Ye

Rapper, music producer and clothing entrepreneur Kanye West is now known as Ye after a court allowed him to legally change his name.

Tue, 19 Oct, 2021

Kanye West album

Kanye West puts Wyoming ranch and business sites up for sale

Rapper, music producer and clothing entrepreneur Kanye West has put his ranch and business properties in north-western Wyoming up for sale. The West Ranch, formerly known as Monster Lake Ranch, went on the market on Monday for 11 million dollars (£8.

Tue, 12 Oct, 2021

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Kanye West asks LA court to legally change his name to Ye

Kanye West has asked a court to legally change his name to Ye. The billionaire fashion designer and rapper, 44, cites “personal reasons” in the court documents filed in Los Angeles. A judge must now approve the change for it to become official.

Wed, 25 Aug, 2021

Kanye West reveals Jay-Z collaboration during Donda album launch event

Kanye West reveals Jay-Z collaboration during Donda album launch event

Kanye West revealed Jay-Z features on his latest album as the superstar rapper finally unveiled his new music.

Fri, 23 Jul, 2021

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Kanye West to host album listening party amid reports of imminent new music

Kanye West will host an album listening party amid reports new music from the superstar rapper and producer is imminent.

Tue, 20 Jul, 2021

Notorious Los Angeles Street Artist Plastic Jesus has caused Oscars controversy

Kanye West life-size crucifixion sculpture going on sale for the first time

A life-size fiberglass sculpture of Kanye West reimagined as a golden Christ is among a collection of contemporary artworks going on sale for the first time.

Thu, 17 Jun, 2021

No human remains found in search for suspected Fred West murder victim

No human remains found in search for suspected Fred West murder victim

Police hunting for missing teenager Mary Bastholm – long suspected of being a victim of serial killer Fred West – have not found any human remains while excavating a cafe in Gloucester.

Thu, 27 May, 2021

Mary Bastholm search

Excavation work at cafe linked to serial killer Fred West begins

The noise of power drills could be heard coming from inside the Clean Plate cafe in Southgate Street, Gloucester

Wed, 19 May, 2021

Mary Bastholm search

Police in Fred West probe remove objects from cafe ahead of excavation work

Gloucestershire Police had received possible evidence from a TV production company to suggest the body of the missing teenager could be buried at the location

Tue, 18 May, 2021

Mary Bastholm search

Police find ‘possible evidence’ of missing teenager linked to Fred West

Excavation work is to begin at a cafe in Gloucester in the UK after police found “possible evidence” of where a suspected teenage victim of serial killer Fred West may be buried.

Mon, 17 May, 2021

Mary Bastholm search

Police continue to search cafe for Fred West ‘victim’

Police are continuing to search a cafe in Gloucester for the body of a suspected teenage victim of serial killer Fred West.

Wed, 12 May, 2021

Kanye West trainers sell for ‘record-breaking’ €1.4m

Kanye West trainers sell for ‘record-breaking’ €1.4m

A pair of trainers worn by Kanye West at the Grammy Awards have been sold for 1.8 million dollars (€1.4 million)

Mon, 26 Apr, 2021

Kim Kardashian divorce

Kanye West responds to Kim Kardashian’s divorce petition

Kanye West agrees with estranged wife Kim Kardashian West’s request they share joint custody of their four children, court documents show.

Mon, 12 Apr, 2021

Kanye West for US President

Kanye West appears to concede in presidential bid but launches Kanye 2024

Kanye West has said he will continue with his presidential ambitions as he appeared to concede in the 2020 race

Wed, 04 Nov, 2020

Kanye West show cancelled

Kanye West says Kobe Bryant’s ‘spirit is alive’ as Lakers win NBA title

Kanye West said “Kobe’s and Gigi’s spirit are alive” after the Los Angeles Lakers were crowned NBA champions. The Lakers claimed their first NBA title for a decade after beating the Miami Heat 106-93 to win the final series 4-2.

Mon, 12 Oct, 2020

Kanye West financials

Kanye West compares himself to Moses and rules out releasing new music

Kanye West declared himself “the new Moses” as he compared the music industry and NBA to “modern day slave ships” and ruled out releasing a new album on his current record label.

Tue, 15 Sep, 2020

Kanye West show cancelled

Kanye West seeks place on presidential ballot in Kentucky

Rapper and music producer Kanye West has filed to run for US president on Kentucky’s ballot. The news was revealed in a tweet from Secretary of State Michael Adams which showed part of West’s application.

Sat, 05 Sep, 2020

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Kanye West barred from Arizona ballot

Kanye West has been barred from appearing on the ballot in Arizona after a judge said a voter had established the rapper’s candidacy would cause irreparable harm to the poll.

Fri, 04 Sep, 2020

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Lawsuit seeks to ban Kanye West from Arizona ballot

An Arizona resident has asked a judge to bar Kanye West from appearing on the state’s ballot on November 3, accusing the hip hop artist of serving as an election spoiler and arguing that a law prohibits him from running in the state as an ...

Thu, 03 Sep, 2020

Election-2020 Kanye West-Virginia

Lawsuit filed in bid to keep Kanye West off Virginia US presidential ballot

A law firm with ties to prominent Democrats has filed a lawsuit attempting to keep rapper Kanye West off US presidential ballots in Virginia.

Wed, 02 Sep, 2020

Election 2020 Wisconsin Kanye West

Kanye West sues to be listed on West Virginia presidential election ballot

Rapper Kanye West has sued the West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office after being told his bid to get on the ballot for US president came up short on qualified signatures.

Tue, 01 Sep, 2020

Kanye West financials

Kanye West denies claims Republican Party is paying him to run for president

Kanye West has denied claims the Republican Party is paying him to run for president as a distraction in a bid to support Donald Trump’s re-election.

Tue, 01 Sep, 2020

Election 2020 Wisconsin Kanye West

Kanye West takes legal action in bid to be on presidential ballot

Rapper Kanye West has sued Ohio’s election chief in an effort to be placed on the November presidential ballot after the Secretary of State deemed him unqualified as an independent candidate.

Wed, 26 Aug, 2020

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Kanye West issues public apology to wife Kim Kardashian West

Kanye West has apologised to wife Kim Kardashian West for going public with a “private matter”. The rapper revealed during an event in South Carolina that the couple had considered aborting their first child.

Sun, 26 Jul, 2020

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Kim Kardashian breaks silence on Kanye West’s bipolar disorder

Kim Kardashian West has spoken for the first time about her husband Kanye West’s bipolar disorder after he shared a string of concerning tweets. She said her husband’s words “sometimes do not align with his intentions”.

Wed, 22 Jul, 2020

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Kanye West: A rapper whose talents are matched only by his controversies

Hailed as one of the greatest rappers of his generation, often by himself, Kanye West has always been a blend of prodigious talent and extreme ego.

Wed, 22 Jul, 2020

Election 2020 Kanye West

Kanye West claims wife Kim Kardashian tried to get a doctor to ‘lock me up’

Kanye West has claimed wife Kim Kardashian West tried to get a doctor to “lock me up” after he said the couple considered an abortion while expecting their first child.

Tue, 21 Jul, 2020

Election 2020 Kanye West

Million dollar babies among Kanye West’s campaign ideas

Rapper Kanye West delivered a lengthy monologue touching on various topics from abortion and religion to international trade and licensing deals in his first event since declaring himself a presidential candidate.

Mon, 20 Jul, 2020

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Million dollar babies among Kanye West’s campaign ideas

Rapper Kanye West delivered a lengthy monologue touching on various topics from abortion and religion to international trade and licensing deals in his first event since declaring himself a presidential candidate.

Mon, 20 Jul, 2020