Thea Sharrock directs a stage version of the classic Western 'High Noon' in London. Featuring Billy Crudup and Denise Gough, it's an entertaining show that feels more like a screenplay on stage. ★★★☆☆
Critics celebrate the return of BBC's Industry and a new Blue Velvet stage adaptation. Discover the week's top-rated TV, theatre, and film in our culture roundup.
Maggie O'Farrell's novel 'Hamnet' hits the stage, while Bridget Christie tours a new show. Your guide to the best in UK theatre, comedy, and culture this week.
A groundbreaking new play, 'The Fourth Trimester', tackles the taboo of disabled sexuality and intimacy. Discover how theatre is pushing for greater inclusion and representation.
Biffy Clyro bring their Futique tour to London's O2 Arena on January 14, 2026. Get the essential stage times, door openings, and details for one of their biggest capital shows. Plan your night now!
Mo Salah leads Egypt against Benin in the AFCON last 16. Can the Pharaohs avoid another shock exit? Follow the knockout drama live from Agadir. Kick-off 4pm GMT.
A superb new reissue, 'Blue Abstraction,' uncovers the radical prepared piano experiments of late jazz pianist Jessica Williams, showcasing her decades-long sonic rebellion.
Cynthia Erivo headlines a major new Dracula stage adaptation in 2026. Discover the full lineup of must-see theatre, dance, and comedy shows coming to the UK next year.
TV presenter Helen Skelton reveals her most embarrassing moment with David Cameron, her Strictly Come Dancing apology, and the life lessons from her Cumbrian roots in a candid new interview.
The UK's blue-chip FTSE 100 index has surged past 10,000 points, marking a stellar year with over 20% growth. Discover the drivers behind this historic rally and what it means for investors.
Blue's seventh album 'Reflections' attempts to recapture their Y2K boyband magic but delivers a clunky rehash, sounding like Westlife on a bad day. Read our full review.
Discover the surprising psychological and practical reasons why airlines like Ryanair and British Airways overwhelmingly choose blue for cabin seats. Learn how colour science aims to calm flyers.
Celebrated theatre designer Elizabeth Kay, known for her revolutionary minimalist sets and work with the RSC, has died aged 86. Explore her influential career.
Shoppers are raving about White Stuff's Karla Velvet Coat, calling it a 'stunning' and versatile piece perfect for dressy evenings or casual days. Discover the details and colours.
Eddie 'Tan Tan' Thornton, the Jamaican trumpeter who shaped the sound of 1960s London and British reggae, has died at 94. Read his remarkable musical journey.
London City Airport will introduce an £8 drop-off charge from January 2026 to encourage public transport use. Blue badge holders are exempt. Find out the new rules.
Amanda Nguyen, the first Vietnamese woman in space, opens up about a 'tsunami of harassment' following her historic Blue Origin flight with Katy Perry and Gayle King.
From Katy Perry's space flight to Bezos's Venice wedding, 2025 saw a public backlash against vacuous celebrity. Explore the cultural shift demanding substance over spectacle.
A London Blue Badge guide reveals the two royals American tourists are most curious about, and it's not the Prince and Princess of Wales. Discover the surprising insights.
A look back at a remarkable 2025 for Australian sport, featuring global triumphs for Oscar Piastri, Molly Picklum, and sprint sensation Gout Gout. Discover the stories behind the success.
Police hold grave fears for Trisha Graf, missing in the South Australian outback since 13 December. Aerial searches expand near where her abandoned car was found. Call Crime Stoppers with information.
A major winter storm sweeps across the US, bringing blizzards to the Midwest and a dramatic 'Blue Norther' cold front to the South, ending days of record-breaking warmth. Read the latest forecasts.
Louis Gerstner, the former IBM chair and CEO credited with saving the tech giant in the 1990s, has died aged 83. Discover the legacy of the leader who rejected a breakup and refocused on clients.
Discover Guardian Australia's critics' picks for the best live stage shows of 2025, featuring blockbuster musicals, daring opera, and groundbreaking theatre across the country.
A new podcast episode explores Lang Hancock's early career mining blue asbestos at Wittenoom, a site of national tragedy. Discover the untold family stories.
BBC Radio 4's The Archers is hitting the road for its 75th anniversary. A live theatrical experience, hosted by Angela Barnes, will tour 29 UK venues from June to November 2026.
British Museum staff raise concerns over a proposed 'red, white and blue' themed ball, citing links to far-right flag campaigns. Discover the internal debate.
UK theatregoers share their 2025 highlights, from a groundbreaking 'Inside No. 9' stage show to a transcendent 'King Lear' and a thrilling 'Evita'. Discover the must-see productions.
A new film starring Hugh Jackman & Kate Hudson shines a light on a real-life Neil Diamond tribute act. Read our review of this unexpectedly moving musical story.
Explore Tristram Kenton's stunning photographic review of 2025's top theatre and dance productions. See the powerful images that defined the year on stage.