Student's Ant and Dec Encounter Sparks Comedy Dream
A chance meeting with TV duo Ant and Dec inspired a Nottingham University chemistry student to ditch the lab and pursue a career in comedy. Discover how one night out altered his life's path.
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London's Funniest Boroughs Revealed in New Research
Westminster tops the list of London's funniest boroughs, with Camden and Hackney close behind. Discover where the capital's comedy scene is booming and why searches are surging.
New 'Banksy Reindeer' Mural Appears in London
A mysterious new street art piece featuring a reindeer has emerged in Hackney, sparking speculation it is the work of Banksy. Discover the festive find and the artist's other rumoured Christmas works.
Why Billy Wilder's The Apartment Remains a Timeless Classic
Billy Wilder's 1960 masterpiece, The Apartment, starring Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine, remains the definitive romantic comedy blueprint. Explore why this cynical Christmas classic feels more relevant than ever. Stream it now.
Ab Fab Stars Reunite for BBC's Amandaland Christmas Special
Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley reunite for a festive BBC comedy special in Amandaland, signalling a resurgence for TV comedy following Gavin & Stacey's success. Read more.
Rosie Jones on comedy rules and Out of Order festive special
Comedian Rosie Jones discusses the ethics of humour, her hit show Out of Order, and the joy of an all-female lineup. The festive special airs December 22 on Comedy Central.
Hackney Christmas bin collection changes and tree recycling
Hackney Council announces revised waste collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find out how to recycle your real Christmas tree for free or via collection services.
Hackney Christmas bin collection dates and free tree drop-off
Hackney Council announces revised waste collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find out your new collection day and how to dispose of your real tree for free from January 2.
Mrs Brown's Boys BBC Return Sparks Racism Row
The BBC's decision to air Mrs Brown's Boys this Christmas, despite a 2024 racial slur scandal involving star Brendan O'Carroll, raises serious questions about accountability and diversity at the national broadcaster.
East London man jailed for life after killing brother
Peter John, 59, has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 15 years for murdering his brother Miller John in a brutal attack in their Hackney home. Read the full story.
Man guilty of East London street murder over girl dispute
Raynolph Asante found guilty of murdering 20-year-old Jason Romeo on a Hackney street. The Old Bailey trial heard the fatal stabbing followed a dispute over a girl. Read the full story.
Forgotten Cannon & Ball Christmas Special Airs After 40 Years
The lost 1985 Christmas special of The Cannon and Ball Show is set to air on That's TV for the first time in four decades, bringing festive cheer and classic comedy back to UK screens.
Hackney's MOTH Club faces threat from flats development
Hackney Council tries to calm fears for iconic MOTH Club as 30,000 oppose flats plan. Mayor gives assurances, but Music Venue Trust warns safeguards are not guaranteed. Read the latest.
Hackney approves anti-racism strategy for schools
Hackney Council has approved a new 'child-centred and anti-racist' education strategy to tackle disproportionate exclusions of Black and SEND pupils. Learn what the plan entails.
Former Baxter's Court Wetherspoons in Hackney Reopens
Baxter's Court in Hackney, a beloved local pub, has reopened just a month after its closure by Wetherspoons. The DC Lion pub operator has taken over, promising a new chapter for the community hub.
The Studio: Seth Rogen's comedy is 2025's 4th best TV show
Seth Rogen's warm, Emmy-winning comedy The Studio, about a Hollywood movie company, ranks as the 4th best TV show of 2025. Discover the exquisitely excruciating fun.
Ex-Gladiator joins cast of British comedy 'Hot Flash'
Former Gladiator and actor Wayne Gordon joins the cast of new British comedy 'Hot Flash', a film tackling menopause and imposter syndrome. Shooting begins in Yorkshire in 2026.
Best Theatre, Comedy and Dance Shows of 2025
Guardian critics reveal the top stage shows of 2025, from Stereophonic's record-breaking run to Nick Mohammed's career-best comedy and Thick & Tight's eccentric dance. Discover the must-see productions.
Prashasti Singh's Divine Feminine at Soho Theatre
Comedian Prashasti Singh explores modern India, gender politics and singledom in her compelling show 'Divine Feminine' at London's Soho theatre until 20 December.
Comedy Revivals: 2015 Shows Return to Soho Theatre
Jack Rooke and Joseph Morpurgo revive their acclaimed 2015 comedy shows at London's Soho Theatre. Explore the trend of heritage comedy and its impact on the live scene.
Christmas plea for missing Hackney man Jason Scarfe
The sister of vulnerable Hackney man Jason Scarfe, missing since November, makes an emotional plea for his safe return as her only Christmas wish. Police reissue appeal.
Melbourne's $500k AI Comedy Robot Experiment
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?
De Beauvoir Town: A top London neighbourhood for 2026
Discover why Hackney's De Beauvoir Town has been named a top place to live. Residents reveal the secrets of its peaceful canalside charm and vibrant community spirit.
Fackham Hall Review: A Fast, Funny Downton Abbey Spoof
The spoof genre makes a comeback with Fackham Hall, a hilarious Downton Abbey parody starring Damian Lewis and Thomasin McKenzie. Read our full review of this joke-dense period romp.
Coroner warns landlord after baby's death in mouldy flat
A coroner has urged a property firm to act on damp and mould after an inquest into the death of six-month-old Abdullah Ali in Hackney. The family's flat had knee-high black mould.
Eternity Review: A Rom-Com That Could Spark Divorce
The new high-concept film 'Eternity' starring Elizabeth Olsen and Miles Teller is a smart romantic comedy that poses a profound afterlife dilemma. In UK cinemas now.
Hackney Empire's Cinderella Panto Review: 3/5 Stars
The Hackney Empire's 2025 Cinderella pantomime delivers festive fun without its iconic dame Clive Rowe on stage. Read our review of this classy, family-friendly show running until 31 December.
Review: Josh Jones's 'vanishingly insubstantial' Glasgow set
Mancunian comic Josh Jones brought his tour to Glasgow, but the show was criticised for lacking substance and strong jokes. Read our full review of the performance at The Stand.
Five Nights at Freddy's 2 branded one of year's worst films
The box office horror sequel Five Nights at Freddy's 2 is panned as an inept, poorly written follow-up with no proper ending. Our review of the 2024 release.
Review: LEON's Iraqi Supper Club in Hackney
Discover the hidden Hackney supper club where LEON reimagines its menu for a Middle Eastern feast. All proceeds support The Felix Project's fight against food inequality in London.
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