Justin Bieber’s headline performance at Coachella 2026 sparked major reactions online and among fellow artists, thanks to its stripped-back, unconventional style. The set featured Bieber singing along to tracks played from YouTube and interacting with fans in a more casual, low-production format, which quickly divided opinion. While some praised the nostalgic and relaxed vibe, others […]
Today on ‘Morning’s with Shona & Abdo’, Abdo shared his excitement regarding NASA’s Artemis II mission. Sharing with 104.8 Channel 4’s 1.2 million listeners, he spoke about how Artemis II has made history by sending astronauts farther from Earth than any humans have ever travelled before! During the mission, the crew entered the Moon’s gravitational […]
Drivers License, Good 4 U, Deja Vu and many more. They’re all massive songs that have resonated with 104.8 Channel 4’s 1.2 million listeners. And now Olivia Rodrigo has fuelled speculation about a potential new project after suddenly clearing her entire Instagram feed. The singer removed all previous posts, a move often associated with the […]
Jenny McCarthy has dismissed online conspiracy theories claiming her ex, Jim Carrey, was replaced by a clone following his recent appearance at the César Awards in Paris. Responding to the speculation, she firmly confirmed it was really him and said the first thing she noticed was how “happy” he looked at the event. Her husband, […]
Lewis Hamilton stole the spotlight in Japan after surprising fans by arriving at a popular Yokohama car meet in a rare Ferrari F40, one of the most iconic supercars ever built. The seven-time Formula 1 champion drew huge attention at the Daikoku Parking Area, with enthusiasts gathering around the legendary vehicle, which is valued at […]
All of us at 104.8 Channel 4, Hit Music for the UAE, have been very excited for the first teaser trailer for HBO’s highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series. And finally it’s dropped, offering fans their first look at the new generation of characters heading to Hogwarts. The show will begin with Harry Potter and […]
BTS are back! You can hear their new single ‘Swim’, on 104.8 Channel 4, Hit Music for the UAE. Plus a new Netflix documentary about them offers an intimate look at the global K-pop phenomenon, charting their rise to international fame while exploring the pressures that come with it. The film blends behind-the-scenes footage, personal […]
Despite entering awards season as a strong contender, Timothée Chalamet and his film Marty Supreme ended up completely shut out at the 2026 Academy Awards. Chalamet had mounted an energetic campaign, appearing widely in the media and taking part in creative promotional stunts to build momentum for the film. Early success, including a Golden Globe […]
Singer Ed Sheeran and music producer Benny Blanco say they’re happy to represent “normal guys” in the music industry. Speaking on Blanco’s Friends Keep Secrets podcast, the pair joked that their success proves you don’t need to fit the traditional heart-throb stereotype to make it big. Co-host Lil Dicky described Sheeran as one of the […]
Yesterday ‘Afternoons with Alana’ on Channel 4, the UAE’s favorite English Radio Station, talked all about the drama surrounding Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet. He’s sparked controversy after comments suggesting that audiences no longer care about opera and ballet. Speaking during a discussion with Matthew McConaughey, the actor said he would not want to work in […]