Archer's Adelaide brilliance defies critics and stereotypes
Jofra Archer delivered a superb bowling performance on day one in Adelaide, proving his immense value to England and challenging reductive narratives. Discover the full analysis.
Jofra Archer delivered a superb bowling performance on day one in Adelaide, proving his immense value to England and challenging reductive narratives. Discover the full analysis.
Explore the City of London's dazzling festive installations for 2025. From lantern trails to Snoopy sculptures, discover the magic with our guide to the BIDs' Christmas events.
The Dardenne brothers' 'Young Mothers' is named the UK's 3rd best film of 2025. A powerful return to form, it explores teen mums with empathy and dignity. Read the full review.
Alex Carey's brilliant century helped Australia recover from an early England onslaught to reach 326-8 on day one of the crucial third Ashes Test in Adelaide. Full match report.
Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches a national book recommendation drive to reverse the worrying drop in reading for pleasure in the UK. Join the campaign and submit your unputdownable reads.
Australia suffer major Ashes blow as Steve Smith is ruled out of the third Test in Adelaide due to concussion. Usman Khawaja returns to the side. Get the latest team news.
Ben Stokes's England face a monumental challenge in Adelaide after a crushing Perth defeat. Can Bazball inspire a fightback? Follow the crucial Ashes Test action.
The third Ashes Test begins in Adelaide amid heightened security and national mourning following the Bondi beach terror attack. Analysis of Australia's shock and rising antisemitism.
At least three writers pull out of Hay festival Cartagena in protest at Nobel laureate María Corina Machado's support for US intervention in Venezuela. Discover the controversy.
The Starmus festival, co-founded by Brian May, announces a new award honouring the late Jane Goodall. The medal will recognise global efforts to improve the planet, with the first winners revealed in October 2025.
Tom Hanks & Meg Ryan's classic rom-com 'Sleepless in Seattle' gets its first live concert performance at London's Royal Festival Hall on Valentine's Day 2026. Book tickets now.
Australia captain Pat Cummins pays emotional tribute to Bondi and Jewish communities as third Ashes Test in Adelaide to hold moment's silence. Read the full story.
Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja faces an uncertain Test future after being left out of the XI for the crucial third Ashes match in Adelaide. Read the full team news.
With Australia leading 2-0, the third Ashes Test in Adelaide could see the hosts seal the series. Explore the local appetite for a whitewash and the pressure on England's Bazball philosophy.
England must win the third Ashes Test in Adelaide to keep the series alive, playing under a sombre shadow after the Bondi tragedy. Can Stokes's men stage a historic comeback?
England's Harry Brook admits he must 'rein it in' as his crucial Ashes innings looms in Adelaide. With 98 runs in four innings, the vice-captain's talent faces its ultimate test. Can he deliver?
From 1-metre extreme mullets to toddler categories, Mulletfest 2025 in Kurri Kurri, NSW, celebrated the iconic hairstyle with bogan games, tyre lifting, and family fun. See the winners.
Legendary actor Michael Caine, 92, appears to retire for a fourth time while accepting a lifetime achievement award at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.
The 9th Aldgate in Winter Festival is back on 4th & 5th December with a lantern parade, community feast, live music, and festive workshops. Join the free celebration in Aldgate Square.
The Central London Alliance's 2025 Sports Festival concluded a five-month run, engaging over 30,000 people and revitalising central London's public spaces. Discover how sport drove economic recovery.
Jailed Iranian director Jafar Panahi premieres a darkly comic critique of state violence and bribery at Cannes. His film 'It Was Just an Accident' hits UK cinemas 5 December.
England face a monumental challenge in the day-night Ashes Test at Adelaide Oval. With a 1-0 deficit, Ben Stokes's side must adapt to the pink ball under lights to level the series. Can they defy the odds?
At the Marrakech film festival, Jodie Foster reflects on her child actor start, the dangers for young performers, and why she'd never choose the profession now.
Acclaimed Iranian film-maker Jafar Panahi, 65, receives a one-year prison sentence and two-year travel ban for 'propaganda activities'. His lawyer confirms an appeal will be filed. Read the latest.
The Philharmonia Orchestra, under Santtu-Matias Rouvali, premiered Fazıl Say's 'Mother Earth' at London's Royal Festival Hall. Read our review of this powerful climate-themed concerto.
Reading and Leeds Festival unveils its first wave of 2026 headliners, marking the first time in 25 years all top acts are British or Irish. Leeds Main Stage also expands to Thursday.
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
The opera world mourns Sir Donald McIntyre, the celebrated New Zealand-born bass-baritone who became a Wagnerian legend at Bayreuth and Covent Garden. Discover his remarkable career.
Violinist Nicola Benedetti delivered a captivating evening of musical canapés at the Royal Albert Hall with her unconventional ensemble. A celebration of a virtuoso still at the top of her game.
Your essential guide to 2026's hottest UK and European music festivals. From Glastonbury's break to exclusive Lily Allen shows, discover lineups, dates and how to get tickets.