British band tours Ukraine frontline under drone fire
Hardwicke Circus, a rock band from Carlisle, braved drone strikes, pneumonia and a broken van to perform for Ukrainian troops and civilians. Discover their remarkable story of solidarity.
Hardwicke Circus, a rock band from Carlisle, braved drone strikes, pneumonia and a broken van to perform for Ukrainian troops and civilians. Discover their remarkable story of solidarity.
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.
South London's Dry Cleaning return with 'Secret Love', their third album. We review the band's expansive new sound and Florence Shaw's brilliantly peculiar lyrical vignettes. Out 9 January on 4AD.
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.
Bristol indie duo Getdown Services are poised for a massive 2026 after a sold-out year. Discover their high-octane shows, scatological lyrics, and surprising social conscience. Read the full interview.
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.
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.
London hardcore band False Reality releases 'Faded Intentions'. We interview the members about their roots, the scene's resurgence, and their unique sound blending metal and shoegaze.
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.
Klezmer-dance band Oi Va Voi saw two UK shows cancelled after protests. The musicians discuss feeling targeted and the climate for Jewish artists in Britain.
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.
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.
British adult performer Bonnie Blue has been hit with a decade-long entry ban by Indonesia following her arrest in Bali over a controversial 'BangBus' tour. Get the full story on the deportation and charges.
Michaela Benthaus, an engineer paralysed in a bike accident, made history as the first wheelchair user to reach the edge of space on a Blue Origin flight. Read her inspiring story.
Michaela Benthaus, a paraplegic engineer from Germany, becomes the first wheelchair user in space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard capsule. Her landmark flight marks a giant leap for accessibility in space tourism.
Swedish actress May Britt, known for 'The Blue Angel' and her marriage to Sammy Davis Jr., has died at 91. Read about her life and legacy.
Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, Wandsworth, City of London and Hammersmith and Fulham can raise rates above 5% in 2026/27. Find out why and what it means for residents.
Former Blue Peter presenter Janet Ellis, 70, discusses her new role as Humanists UK president, single motherhood, losing her husband, and her lifelong godlessness. Read her candid interview.
Perry Farrell issues a second apology for his 2024 on-stage altercation with Dave Navarro, which led to the band's split and a $10 million lawsuit. The band confirms they have resolved their differences but will not reunite.
Legendary alt-rock band Jane's Addiction has officially disbanded following a bitter feud involving a $10m lawsuit and an onstage altercation. Read the full story of their dramatic final chapter.
BBC's Belfast-set police drama Blue Lights ranks No. 5 in the best TV shows of 2025. Discover why its procedural tension and Troubles legacy make it a must-watch.
A fatal stabbing on a Charlotte commuter train has left one man dead and a suspect in custody. The attack has raised urgent questions about public transport safety in North Carolina.
Adult performer Bonnie Blue detained in Bali for alleged porn production during Schoolies week. Police seized her 'Bangbus' truck and other items. Read the latest updates on this developing story.