Australian Literary Festival Cancelled After Mass Boycott
Adelaide Writers' Week collapses after board's decision to exclude Palestinian Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah prompts mass speaker withdrawals and resignations. Read the full story.
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Adelaide Writers' Week cancelled after mass author boycott
The 2026 Adelaide Writers' Week has been scrapped following a mass withdrawal of over 180 participants, triggered by the disinvitation of author Randa Abdel-Fattah. The festival board has resigned.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Cancelled Following Backlash
The Adelaide Festival board cancels its 2026 Writers' Week and resigns after disinviting Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking a mass boycott. Read the full story.
Adelaide Writers' Week Future in Doubt Amid Culture Wars
The prestigious Adelaide Writers' Week faces an existential crisis in 2026. Will the festival survive the pressures of modern cultural debates? Discover the details and what's at stake.
Ardern joins boycott of Adelaide Writers' Week
Former NZ PM Jacinda Ardern withdraws from Adelaide Writers' Week, joining a major boycott over the cancellation of Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah. Discover the full story behind the festival's crisis.
Washington National Opera leaves Kennedy Centre after Trump row
The Washington National Opera is moving out of the Kennedy Centre, citing a Trump 'takeover', a 40% drop in ticket sales, and shattered donor confidence. Read the full story.
Battersea Winter Lights cancelled for 2026
Battersea Power Station confirms its annual Winter Lights festival will not return in 2026. The landmark plans new events and will bring back the 'Aurora' installation.
X UK revenue drops 60% amid advertiser exodus
Elon Musk's X sees UK revenue fall nearly 60% in a year as brands pull ads over content safety. Profits plummet and Grok AI tool faces restrictions after outcry.
Spotify stops running US government ICE recruitment ads
Spotify confirms it is no longer running US Immigration and Customs Enforcement recruitment ads after the Trump administration campaign ended. The move follows artist protests and listener backlash.
Top 6 Party Holiday Breaks for 2026 Revealed
Travel expert Deborah Cicurel picks six experiential party breaks for 2026, from Rio's Carnival to a French ski music festival. Discover unique holidays to kickstart your year.
Authors boycott Adelaide festival over Palestinian speaker cancellation
Dozens of prominent writers, including Miles Franklin winner Michelle de Kretser, have withdrawn from Adelaide Writers' Week in protest after the festival cancelled Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah's appearance. The board cited 'cultural s
Roller Derby Show Mama Does Derby Hits Sydney & Adelaide
Theatre-maker Clare Watson's love for roller derby inspires a high-energy stage show, Mama Does Derby, featuring real skaters at Sydney Town Hall and Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Discover the sport's power and community.
Labour urged to quit X after Grok AI child abuse scandal
Pressure mounts on Keir Starmer to pull government off X after reports its AI chatbot, Grok, generated illegal child abuse images. Calls grow for a total boycott.
Canary Wharf Winter Lights 2026: Dates & Details
The Canary Wharf Winter Lights festival returns from Jan 20-31, 2026. Discover 16 free light installations, the 'Dreamscape' theme, and essential visitor tips.
Elvis Express Departs Sydney for 2026 Parkes Festival
Elvis fever grips Sydney's Central station as the Elvis Express departs for the 2026 Parkes festival. Discover the themed carriages, economic impact, and the fans' journey. Read more about this iconic Australian event.
Battersea Winter Lights Festival 2026 Dates Announced
The free Winter Lights Festival returns to Battersea Power Station in January 2026. Discover the confirmed dates, best visiting times, and what to expect from the fifth annual illumination trail.
Cricket Australia boycotts ABC after Clark criticism
Cricket Australia has blocked player interviews with the ABC after commentator Stuart Clark criticised selectors. The fallout continues during the Ashes series. Read the full story.
Israel accuses NYC Mayor Mamdani of antisemitism
Israel's foreign ministry accuses new NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani of pouring 'antisemitic gasoline on an open fire' after he revoked orders on antisemitism definition and BDS restrictions. Read the full story.
Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival 2026: Dates & Details
The 10th annual Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival illuminates London from Jan 20-31, 2026. Discover the free 'Dreamscape' light trail, timings, and how to visit.
Novelist Sara Banerji dies aged 93
Sara Banerji, the acclaimed novelist known for weaving fantasy into domestic life across 10 books, has died at 93. Discover her unique literary legacy.
Musicians Cancel Gigs Over Trump-Kennedy Centre Name
A growing list of musical acts are pulling out of performances at the Washington DC venue after its board voted to add Donald Trump's name. Discover the latest cancellations and legal battles.
Jazz band pulls out of Trump-Kennedy Centre New Year's Eve show
The Cookers jazz septet cancels performance at the renamed Washington DC arts centre, joining a growing artist boycott over the controversial Trump name addition. Read the latest.
Booksellers Break Reading Slump with Personal Picks
Stuck in a cycle of binge-reading and slumps from online recommendations, a self-confessed book nerd turned to real-life booksellers for help. Discover the three transformative novels that broke the drought and sparked unexpected tears.
Gramsci's Quote May Originate from Matthew Arnold
A reader's letter suggests Antonio Gramsci's famous line about a dying world may have been inspired by the English poet Matthew Arnold. Explore this literary connection and other brief letters.
2026's Must-Read Books: Saunders, Smith, Stuart & More
Discover the most anticipated books of 2026. Get ready for new novels from George Saunders, Ali Smith, and Douglas Stuart, plus major memoirs and stunning debuts.
Jewish band Oi Va Voi on UK gig cancellations
Klezmer-dance band Oi Va Voi saw two UK shows cancelled after protests. The musicians discuss feeling targeted and the climate for Jewish artists in Britain.
Havaianas Boycott Wipes £20m Off Value After Ad Row
Brazil's far-right supporters launch a boycott of iconic flip-flop brand Havaianas over a TV advert, erasing £20m in market value. Discover the political fallout and parallels to US culture wars.
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 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.
Review: Bryan Washington's 'Palaver' Novel
A review of Bryan Washington's third novel, 'Palaver', exploring a mother-son reunion in Tokyo. Discover the themes of exile, family, and queer identity in this stylish new release.
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