24-Year-Old William Pitt Becomes Prime Minister in 1783
On this day in 1783, King George III appointed 24-year-old William Pitt the Younger as Prime Minister, ending a period of political chaos. Discover how the young leader defied expectations.
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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.
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.
Artist and scholar David Heathcote dies aged 94
Renowned British artist and art historian David Heathcote has passed away at 94. His influential work spanned painting, sculpture, and the preservation of Hausa crafts, with a major collection now at the British Museum.
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.
Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock exhibition in Paris
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
Photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73
Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.
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?
The UK citizenship test is a 'bad pub quiz'
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
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.
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.
UK Underground Rap's Global Explosion & New British Invasion
A new wave of UK underground rap, led by artists like EsDeeKid and Lancey Foux, is achieving global fame. With a maxed-out, experimental sound and a focus on British identity, this movement is poised for a major international breakthrough. Discover the sc
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.
'Too Offensive' Blackadder Script Sells for Charity
An unpublished Blackadder Christmas special script, scrapped in the 1980s for fear of causing offence, is on sale for £10,000. Proceeds support children's education charity Theirworld.
Mammoth Series 2 Review: BBC's Subversive 70s Sitcom
Mike Bubbins returns as Tony Mammoth in the BBC Two sitcom's second series. This review explores the show's deadpan send-up of masculinity and its surprising insights into modern life. Watch now on BBC iPlayer.
Comedians' 14-Year Friendship Through Life's Ups and Downs
Comedians Cariad Lloyd and Rachel Parris reflect on their 14-year friendship forged through improv comedy, parenting journeys and supporting each other through grief. Discover their heartwarming story.
Judi Love's Comedy Tour Finds Humour in Past Trauma
Comedian Judi Love reveals how laughter helped her heal from trauma as she prepares for 23-date tour 'All About the Love'. The TV star discusses her journey from social work to comedy stardom.
Reader's Plea: A Resident Evil Comedy Game
A passionate gamer argues that Capcom should embrace the campy humour of its past and create a full-blown comedy Resident Evil or Dino Crisis game to innovate the industry.
Tom Stoppard's New Play Premieres in London
Discover Tom Stoppard's brilliant new play exploring language and identity. Experience the master playwright's latest intellectual comedy in London's West End.
British national arrested in Lebanon for suspected spying
A British national was detained in Lebanon for allegedly spying for Israel after photographing defence ministry. Released after 12 days with UK Foreign Office support.
Peter Kay Rejects Netflix Over Phoenix Nights Warnings
Comedian Peter Kay reveals he turned down Netflix's offer to stream Phoenix Nights due to their request for trigger warnings. Discover why he chose to keep the classic comedy 'not politically correct'.
Dinner Party Chat: AI Art, Trump & Spotify Boycotts
Navigate awkward silences with our guide to 2025's hottest topics, from AI museums and Spotify boycotts to Saudi comedy gigs and nuclear thrillers. Master the art of conversation today!
Hitchhiker's Guide Stage Show Returns to London
Douglas Adams' sci-fi comedy masterpiece returns to the stage at Riverside Studios. Discover how this new production handles the beloved galactic adventure.
Peter Kay reveals new charity tour dates after surgery
Comedian Peter Kay announces new 2026 tour dates with profits going to 12 cancer charities, following recent surgery that forced show rescheduling. Tickets on sale Sunday.
Clarkson's Pub Has One Exception to British Food Policy
Jeremy Clarkson's pub The Farmer's Dog serves exclusively British produce with one exception - tonic water due to quinine. Discover his strict local sourcing rules and new British ketchup.
I Love LA: HBO's Authentic Gen Z Comedy Hit
Discover why HBO's I Love LA is being hailed as the first authentic Gen Z comedy and the best show of 2024. Explore its fresh take on influencer culture and why it's dominating conversations.
John Tottenham's Service: Grumpy Bookseller's Tale
John Tottenham's debut novel Service delivers a bitter black comedy about a cantankerous LA bookseller struggling with literary failure and annoying customers. Discover this unique comic voice.
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