UK Cinema Revenue Hits £1.07bn in 2025, Best Since Covid
UK and Irish cinema takings reach a post-pandemic high of £1.07bn in 2025, with 'A Minecraft Movie' leading the box office. Discover the key figures and industry recovery insights.
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Back to the Past Review: Time-Travel Sequel Hits UK Cinemas
Louis Koo returns in the cinematic sequel to the 2001 TV series 'A Step Into the Past'. This glossy, gun-fu heavy time-travel adventure is in UK and Irish cinemas now. Read our review.
Lismore Cinema reopens four years after devastating floods
After nearly four years, Lismore Cinema has reopened its doors following catastrophic flooding. The return of the entertainment venue marks a significant milestone in the community's long recovery journey. Read more about this story of resilience.
Fownes and Ho Eye Happy Valley Success on Wednesday
Caspar Fownes and jockey Vincent Ho seek a return to form at Happy Valley's first 2026 meeting. Get tips for Love Together and Perfect General in the nine-race card.
Sagacious Life Eyes Classic Mile in Sha Tin Stepping Stone
Sagacious Life, a promising four-year-old, heads to Sha Tin's Leighton Handicap as a key prep for the Four-Year-Old Classic Series. With Zac Purton aboard, he's the one to beat. Read the full preview.
Sky Trust targets sixth Sha Tin win in New Year feature
The Caspar Fownes-trained Sky Trust is tipped to kick off 2026 with victory in the Group Three Chinese Club Challenge Cup at Sha Tin. Get the full race preview and expert pointers here.
No Time for Goodbye Review: Superficial Asylum Drama
Don Ng's debut film 'No Time for Goodbye' explores asylum-seeker loneliness in London but falters with sentimentality. Read our full review of the UK cinema release.
Cinemas launch VIP beds and bars to lure film fans back
UK cinema chains like Odeon and Vue are investing in premium experiences with VIP beds and wine coolers to attract audiences, as the industry aims for a £1bn box office in 2025.
Snooker World Grand Prix Draw Reveals Hong Kong Clashes
The draw for the 2026 World Grand Prix in Hong Kong has thrown up thrilling first-round ties, including world champion Zhao Xintong against John Higgins. Discover all the key matchups and dates.
Christmas Racing Special: King George Tips on The Punter
Tom Marriott and Bill Esdaile preview the festive racing, including the King George VI Chase at Kempton. Plus, a look at Happy Valley's Hong Kong meeting. Get the expert betting insights.
What's on at the cinema this Boxing Day 2025
Your complete guide to the films hitting Australian cinemas on 26 December 2025, featuring Harris Dickinson's directorial debut, a French bromance, SpongeBob, and Hollywood blockbusters.
Jimmy Lai Conviction a Bear Trap for Starmer's China Visit
The politically motivated conviction of British citizen Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong creates a perilous backdrop for PM Keir Starmer's planned trade mission to Beijing. Can the UK balance economic needs with security and democratic values?
Invincible Ibis Eyes Mile Debut at Sha Tin
Mark Newnham's progressive galloper Invincible Ibis steps up to a mile for the first time this Saturday at Sha Tin. Can he stake his claim for the Four-Year-Old Classic Series? Read our full preview.
Shum's Form Stable Targets Sha Tin Success
Danny Shum's in-form stable sends Gorgeous Win and Wolf Coming into Saturday's Sha Tin card. Can they continue his hot streak and boost festive betting balances?
Taliban tears down historic Ariana Cinema in Kabul
The Taliban has demolished Kabul's iconic Ariana Cinema, a symbol of Afghanistan's cultural history. See the images and understand the impact of this erasure.
Labour MPs warn BNO visa holders could lose settled status
Dozens of Labour MPs demand the government ensures new immigration rules do not block 200,000 Hong Kongers from permanent residency, honouring the UK's historic duty.
SailGP targets India and South Korea for expansion
SailGP reveals plans to add teams in India and South Korea and new races in Hong Kong and Italy after hitting $200m revenue. The 2026 season starts in Perth.
Purton eyes 50 wins, South Star redemption at Happy Valley
Champion jockey Zac Purton, fresh from a Group One double, has seven rides at Happy Valley. Can South Star guide him to victory? Full analysis and pointers inside.
Flow Water Flow Aims to Ignite John Size's Season
John Size seeks a return to form at Happy Valley with Flow Water Flow, while Caspar Fownes' hot streak continues. Get the latest Hong Kong racing tips and analysis.
Call the Midwife Hong Kong Christmas Special & Series 15 Details
The BBC's Call the Midwife returns with a two-part Christmas special set in Hong Kong and Poplar, leading into Series 15 in January 2026. Get all the exclusive cast insights.
Trump Asks Xi to Free Jailed British Citizen Jimmy Lai
Donald Trump reveals he asked China's leader to release Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, as the UK summons Beijing's ambassador over the 'politically motivated' conviction.
Beijing summons journalists in Hong Kong after deadly fire
Beijing's security office in Hong Kong warns international journalists against 'trouble-making' following critical coverage of the Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 159. Read the full report.
Purton's Key Rides at Sha Tin Ahead of HKIR
Champion jockey Zac Purton, in stellar form, has two prime rides at Sha Tin on Sunday. We analyse his chances on Allcash and Little Paradise ahead of the Longines Hong Kong International Races.
Historic London cinema faces closure after council blocks plan
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Hong Kong's 5 December: Aftermath of the Inferno
An in-depth report on Hong Kong's political and social landscape following the 5 December events. Explore the city's resilience and the ongoing struggle for its future.
Jimmy Lai's Health Fails in Hong Kong Solitary Confinement
Concerns mount for detained Hong Kong businessman Jimmy Lai as his family reveals severe weight loss and health issues. His children urge UK PM Keir Starmer and Donald Trump to negotiate his release. Read the full story.
Victor The Rapid Eyes Hong Kong Handicap Win
Former UK galloper Victor The Rapid, ridden by French champion Maxime Guyon, seeks a return to form in Wednesday's Tai Tam Handicap at Happy Valley. Can he seize his golden opportunity?
Purton and Shum eye Happy Valley winners on Wednesday
Zac Purton teams up with trainer Danny Shum as Eternal Fortune gets a prime draw at Happy Valley. James McDonald also rides for Shum on Wrote A New Page in a competitive midweek card.
Immersive Christmas Cinema Experience Opens in London Bridge
Backyard Cinema transforms a London Bridge warehouse into an enchanted forest for a festive film and live performance extravaganza, running until 31 December 2025.
Hong Kong fire kills 151, sparks inquiry and political scrutiny
Hong Kong's leader John Lee announces an independent probe into the Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 151 people. Analysis reveals a narrowing gulf with mainland China's response to disasters.
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