Nicholls Targets Cheltenham After Drama-Free Festival
Trainer Paul Nicholls reflects on a successful, stress-free Cheltenham Festival and outlines his ambitious plans for future glory. Discover his next star prospects.
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Khalid Abdalla's 'Nowhere' explores identity and politics
British-Egyptian actor Khalid Abdalla brings his acclaimed one-man play 'Nowhere' to Sydney Festival. The multimedia show blends personal history with commentary on Gaza, colonialism, and protest.
Behind Meloni's Atreju Festival: Italy's Poverty & Emigration Crisis
While PM Giorgia Meloni basked in glory at the far-right Atreju festival, Italy faces a stark reality: soaring poverty and record emigration. We analyse the contradictions of her rule.
Drag artist Amrou Al-Kadhi reclaims Iraqi heritage on stage
Drag performer Amrou Al-Kadhi shares their journey from being typecast as a terrorist to celebrating their Iraqi-Egyptian roots through performance. Discover how a pivotal encounter at the Edinburgh Fringe changed everything.
French film icon Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91
The legendary French actor and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot has died. We revisit her iconic film career, four marriages, and her later life as a campaigner.
Sister's plea 40 years after brother's Toxteth murder
Kimberley McNish appeals for information 40 years after her brother Jeffrey, 22, was stabbed to death at the 1985 Toxteth Caribbean Festival. Merseyside Police renew investigation.
Record Boxing Day Test Crowd at MCG Underlines Festival Status
A record 85,000 fans packed the MCG for the Boxing Day Test, transforming the cricket match into a vibrant cultural festival. Discover how tradition and spectacle converged in Melbourne.
London Mime Festival 2026: Dates, Venues & Tickets
The successor to the London International Mime Festival is back in January 2026 with four 'weird and wonderful' shows. Discover performance dates, ticket prices from £18, and venue details for this unique theatrical event.
Operation Ouch's Jurassic Fart Show at Royal Festival Hall
Doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken bring their fart-centric live show to London's Royal Festival Hall this festive season. Read our review of the silly yet educational family spectacle.
No prosecution for Bob Vylan over Glastonbury IDF chant
Police drop case against rapper Bobby Vylan after finding insufficient evidence for conviction over controversial Glastonbury Festival performance. Read the full story.
Sydney's Queer Bookshop Darlinghurst Closes After 43 Years
The Bookshop Darlinghurst, a beloved LGBTQ+ community hub on Oxford Street for 43 years, has shut its doors. Discover the story of its final days and the legacy of its long-serving staffer, Noel Lee.
Penzance's Montol: Cornwall's Wild Winter Solstice Festival
Discover Montol, Cornwall's unique winter solstice festival in Penzance. From horse skull 'osses' and pagan rituals to sprout-throwing revelry, explore how this community event lights up the darkest day.
Walliams Removed from Children's Book Festival Line-up
David Walliams has been removed from the Waterstones Children's Book Festival following his publisher's decision to drop him over misconduct claims. He strongly denies the allegations. Get the latest updates.
Walliams Dropped from Waterstones Festival
David Walliams has been removed from a Waterstones book festival in Dundee following his publisher HarperCollins severing ties over allegations of inappropriate behaviour. The author denies all claims.
New Stargazing Observatory Opens in Lake District Forest
Explore the Lake District's first public observatory in Grizedale Forest. Enjoy planetarium shows, dark sky events, and a cosmic escape under pristine night skies. Plan your visit today.
Chichester's A Boy Called Christmas Review: Lacks Wonder
Chichester Festival Youth Theatre's musical adaptation of Matt Haig's 'A Boy Called Christmas' is visually charming but let down by humdrum songs and a staid script. Runs until 31 December.
Renate Reinsve on Cannes Success and Career Doubts
Norwegian star Renate Reinsve reveals how she nearly quit acting for carpentry before her Cannes-winning role in 'The Worst Person in the World'. Discover her journey with Joachim Trier.
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Live Concert UK Tour 2026
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Live in Concert is back for 2026. The film screens with a live orchestra, DJ, and electronics. London's Royal Festival Hall hosts the first show on March 21. Get tickets now.
Bondi lifesavers honour victims in shoreline tribute
Nearly 1,000 volunteer surf lifesavers stood arm-in-arm on Bondi Beach for a two-minute silence, honouring the 15 victims of the nearby park shooting. The community gathers to heal.
Sydney mourns youngest Bondi victim, 10-year-old Matilda
Sydney unites in grief for 10-year-old Matilda, the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach terror attack. Mourners honour her with a bee symbol as funerals are held across two cities. Read the full tribute.
Gay Cinema Pioneer Rosa von Praunheim Dies at 83
Rosa von Praunheim, the provocative German film-maker whose 1971 film sparked a 'Stonewall moment', has died aged 83, days after marrying his partner. Read about his legacy.
Faith Evans Obituary: A Publishing Secretary's Legacy
Remembering Faith Evans, the highly qualified secretary whose timely phone call launched a career in publishing and a lifelong friendship. Discover her story in jazz and literature.
String Supergroup Dazzles at Beare's Chamber Music Festival
A star-studded ensemble including Janine Jansen and Kian Soltani launched Beare's new Cultural Trust with a sold-out London concert of Schubert and Schoenberg masterpieces.
London's BIDs Light Up the Square Mile for Christmas 2025
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.
Dardenne Brothers' Triumph in UK's Best Films 2025
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.
Sydney Jewish community mourns Bondi shooting victims
Sydney's Jewish community gathers to honour Rabbi Eli Schlanger and other victims of the Bondi beach terror attack. Vigils see poignant unity between Jews and Muslims.
Fry's 'Pleasure List' Aims to Entice Reluctant Readers
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.
Writers withdraw from Hay festival over María Corina Machado invite
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.
New Jane Goodall Earth Medal Announced by Starmus Festival
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.
Sleepless in Seattle Live Orchestra Show in London 2026
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.
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