Community saves Nottingham art gallery from closure
Discover how Nottingham's beloved art gallery defied closure through an extraordinary community takeover, creating a vibrant new model for cultural spaces across the UK.
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Notting Hill Carnival 2024 Sound Systems Revealed
Discover the complete guide to Notting Hill Carnival sound systems for 2024, featuring legendary setups and new additions across West London's vibrant streets.
NZ scraps Māori culture rules in schools
The New Zealand government has abolished mandatory Māori cultural practices in classrooms, sparking debate about cultural preservation versus educational flexibility.
Half Yours Wins Dramatic Melbourne Cup 2025
Jockey Jamie Melham guides Half Yours to stunning Melbourne Cup triumph in one of the closest finishes in the race's legendary history. The six-year-old gelding defied expectations in Australia's most prestigious horse racing event.
Australian Churches Serving Divine Dining Experiences
From confession to cuisine - discover how Australian churches are transforming into must-visit culinary destinations, serving heavenly food that's building devout followings.
AFLW Finals: Challengers Target Kangaroo Supremacy
The AFLW finals series ignites with fierce contenders determined to break North Melbourne's championship stranglehold in what promises to be the most competitive postseason yet.
Australia's horse racing betting frenzy continues unabated
Despite growing ethical concerns and animal welfare protests, Australians are betting more than ever on horse racing, with the Melbourne Cup remaining the nation's most wagered-upon event.
Orwell and Bowie: Future Predictors Revealed
New research reveals how literary giant George Orwell and music legend David Bowie accurately forecast technological and societal trends decades before they emerged.
Latitude Festival 2026 lineup revealed
Latitude Festival announces first wave of 2026 lineup featuring pop icons, indie legends and comedy royalty for its Suffolk return
Mullins targets historic Melbourne-Breeders' Cup double
Irish racing legend Willie Mullins reveals ambitious plans to conquer both the Melbourne Cup and Breeders' Cup in a single season, potentially making horse racing history with his elite stable.
Traditional Owners Demand Return of Australia Zoo Crocodile
Kabi Kabi First Nations people challenge Australia Zoo over custody of iconic crocodile, citing cultural significance and ancestral connections to the animal's original habitat.
NRL Star's Brain Bleed Exposes Concussion Protocol Crisis
Melbourne Storm star Eli Katoa's career-threatening brain injury and sideline seizure expose critical flaws in rugby league's concussion safety measures, sparking urgent calls for reform.
Art as Medicine: How Culture Heals Body and Mind
Groundbreaking research reveals how museums, galleries and cultural experiences are being prescribed by doctors to treat everything from chronic pain to mental health conditions, transforming healthcare in Britain.
Art Galleries Reduce Stress by 32%, Study Finds
New research reveals that spending time in art galleries significantly reduces stress hormones and improves mental wellbeing. Discover how cultural engagement could be your new prescription for calm.
Brits' film fibs exposed: The movies we pretend to love
New research exposes the classic movies Brits falsely claim to have watched, from The Godfather to Citizen Kane, revealing our cultural white lies.
Victoria climbers defy Indigenous site ban
Rock climbing communities across Victoria are mobilising against controversial new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, setting up a dramatic confrontation between heritage protection and recreational access.
Egypt's $1BN Grand Museum Opens Near Pyramids
World leaders gather for historic inauguration of Grand Egyptian Museum, showcasing Tutankhamun's complete collection for first time near Cairo's iconic pyramids.
St Kilda Penguin Tours Return with New Viewing Platform
The iconic penguin tours at St Kilda Pier are making a triumphant return with an exciting new viewing platform, offering better wildlife encounters while protecting the precious colony.
World's Most Valuable Museum Opens After 20-Year Build
After two decades of planning and construction, the monumental Museum of Planetary Heritage has finally opened its doors, housing artefacts valued at nearly £1 billion in a spectacular new cultural landmark.
Pasolini's urgent warning about modern fascism
Fifty years after his brutal murder, Italian filmmaker Pier Paolo Pasolini's chilling predictions about modern fascism feel startlingly relevant in today's political climate.
Kangaroos smash AFLW record with 24 straight wins
The North Melbourne Kangaroos have rewritten AFLW history, securing an unprecedented 24 consecutive victories and cementing their status as the competition's most dominant force.
Cultural activities boost health more than gym workouts
New research reveals cultural activities like visiting museums and art galleries may provide significant physical and mental health benefits, potentially rivalling traditional exercise.
Rwanda Scheme Reimagined: The Community Making It Work
A unique cultural partnership between a Welsh village and Rwanda is challenging political narratives and creating an unexpected success story that's winning hearts across Britain.
Australia's October: Diwali, Trains & Platypus Photos
From Melbourne's vibrant Diwali celebrations to intimate platypus encounters and striking urban landscapes, explore Australia's most captivating moments through October's award-winning photography.
Museum Heist: 1,000+ Artefacts Stolen in Bold Raid
In a brazen overnight theft, sophisticated criminals have plundered more than 1,000 items from a museum collection, leaving authorities stunned by the scale and precision of the operation.
Cancer diagnosis shame: A cultural taboo revealed
A British man's journey through cancer diagnosis reveals the shocking cultural stigma that nearly prevented him from seeking life-saving treatment. His powerful story challenges perceptions about illness and family honour.
WOMAD Festival moves to new Wiltshire site
The iconic world music festival WOMAD, co-founded by Peter Gabriel, is relocating to a stunning new site in Wiltshire's countryside, promising an enhanced experience for 2025.
Japanese All-Female Cast Reimagines Henry VIII
A groundbreaking Japanese theatre production reimagines Shakespeare's Henry VIII with an all-female cast, transforming the Tudor monarch's six wives into the central focus of this revolutionary adaptation.
UK Launches 'Town of Culture' Search for Overlooked Towns
The government unveils a new competition to crown England's next cultural hotspot, specifically targeting towns that have been 'written out of the national story' and deserve recognition for their unique heritage.
Jane Plastow: African Theatre Pioneer Dies at 69
Celebrating the extraordinary legacy of Professor Jane Plastow, the visionary scholar who revolutionised African theatre studies and championed cross-cultural performance.
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