Spanish authorities are investigating if a research facility leak caused the African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, threatening the nation's vital pork export industry. Read the latest developments.
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.
A norovirus outbreak has infected over 100 passengers and crew on the AIDAdiva's 133-day world cruise. The CDC is monitoring as the ship continues its journey. Read the latest updates.
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.
A new nasal spray vaccine trial begins in the UK following a deadly 2024 whooping cough outbreak. Learn the symptoms and why this development is crucial for public health.
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.
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.
Spanish authorities deploy hundreds to contain an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, linked to contaminated food. The nation's €8.8bn pork export industry faces immediate risk.
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.
Multiple Devon schools report scabies outbreaks as parents receive warnings. Learn about symptoms, treatment and why this Victorian-era disease is spreading.
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.
Mumford & Sons confirmed for BST Hyde Park on July 4, 2026. Get dates, ticket details, and full lineup info for the star-studded London summer festival.
Oliver Laxe's Cannes prize-winning film Sirāt, starring Sergi López, divides critics with its desert quest narrative. Is this the year's most overpraised movie? Read our review.
Heavy rainstorms flood thousands of tents in Gaza, displacing families and raising disease fears. Israel continues to limit aid trucks as winter approaches. Read more on the crisis.
The Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival launched its 2025 programme with groundbreaking concerts featuring experimental works and world premieres. Discover the cutting-edge sounds reshaping British classical music.
A Welsh pub receives zero food hygiene rating after 50 diners fell ill from contaminated Sunday roast. Health officials confirm clostridium perfringens outbreak. Read the full investigation.
Peckham's GALA Festival could expand to two weekends in 2025, featuring Afrobeats and Mahrajan events, despite local opposition over noise and park damage.
Discover this week's top UK entertainment. Ariana Grande dazzles in Wicked: For Good, Stranger Things' final season begins, and major art exhibitions open. Plan your week now!
The UK faces an unusually early flu season dominated by the new H3N2 strain. Health officials urge eligible individuals to get vaccinated. Learn the key symptoms and protection advice.
Read our review of 'Balls', the new opera at London's Royal Festival Hall transforming the iconic 1973 Battle of the Sexes tennis match into a Hollywood-ready, kitschy spectacle.
Kings of Leon, Neil Young and The Coral lead the bill for the brand new State Fayre music festival in Chelmsford. Tickets on sale November 28.
Bearded Theory's 2026 line-up expands with Garbage, CMAT, and Kate Nash. The Derbyshire festival runs from 20-24 May. Tickets are on sale now with payment plans available.
Pulp, Mac DeMarco and CMAT are the first headliners announced for End Of The Road 2026. Get tickets now for the 20th anniversary festival in Dorset.