Cole Escola's Tony-winning play 'Oh, Mary!' receives a lukewarm two-star review in London. The historical comedy about Mary Todd Lincoln's life struggles to connect with UK audiences. See it at Trafalgar Studios until 25 April.
A groundbreaking new play, 'The Fourth Trimester', tackles the taboo of disabled sexuality and intimacy. Discover how theatre is pushing for greater inclusion and representation.
Barbara Bergin's 'Dublin Gothic' at the Abbey Theatre traces four families through 100 years of the city's history, from slums to the Aids crisis. A teeming, ambitious production.
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Lego launches interactive 'smart bricks' with sound and light in new Star Wars sets. The tech aims to blend creativity with play without screens, but does it risk stifling imagination?
Southern and eastern Australia face an extreme heatwave, while economists await key inflation data. A snorkeller's remains are found on a WA beach. Follow our live blog for updates.
Forrest Gump writer Eric Roth makes his theatre debut with a stage adaptation of the classic western High Noon, featuring Bruce Springsteen songs. World premiere at London's Harold Pinter Theatre.
A snorkeller is missing off Western Australia's coast near Ledge Point. Emergency services have launched a major land, sea, and air search operation. Stay informed on the developing situation.
A 16-year-old boy faces charges after allegedly throwing a firecracker that ignited a major bushfire in Perth on New Year's Eve. Read the full report on the incident and its consequences.
For nearly five decades, the Shea family of Fremantle, Western Australia, has waged an epic, environmentally costly water balloon battle every New Year's Eve. Discover the rules, raids, and legacy of their chaotic tradition.
A major £20 million revamp for Wandsworth Town station begins in February, delivering a second entrance and step-free access by summer 2027 to meet growing passenger demand.
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.
Just 70km from Melbourne, French Island is home to 139 residents living entirely off-grid. Discover the challenges and charms of this isolated wildlife sanctuary, accessible only by ferry.
Rising Irish actor Éanna Hardwicke discusses portraying Roy Keane in 'Saipan', starring in Synge's riotous play, and why Ireland's artists are 'no longer apologising'. Read the full interview.
The Boddington bushfire threat eases but residents cannot return home, while Queensland and the NT face severe flooding from monsoonal rain. Get the latest updates.
Apple seeks to overturn a landmark £1.5bn ruling that found it overcharged millions of UK App Store users. If the appeal fails, compensation could be due.
Residents in Western Australia are on high alert as an uncontained bushfire rages south-east of Perth, while Queensland faces flooding from a monsoon trough. Stay informed with the latest warnings.
QPR's incredible Championship resurgence under Julien Stephan has them dreaming of the play-offs. Discover how the team transformed after a 7-1 defeat to Coventry City.
A 47-year-old Perth man faces charges of racial harassment after allegedly posting online support for the Bondi Junction attack. Police confirm a swift investigation.
The RSC's lavish production of Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' at the Barbican Centre is visually stunning but overly busy. Our review of this three-hour comedy running until January 2026.
A powerful nativity play in Kharkiv, using poetry by Serhiy Zhadan, reflects Ukraine's grim reality in its fourth war winter. Explore how art mirrors the nation's exhaustion and resilience.
A forgotten radio play by Tennessee Williams has been unearthed in a US archive. The 1953 work, 'The Eye That Saw Death,' will receive its world premiere broadcast by the BBC in 2026. Discover the story behind this remarkable literary find.
Your definitive guide to festive UK entertainment. From Avatar's cinematic return to Amadeus on stage, discover the must-see films, shows, and events this season.
Sam Grabiner's 'Christmas Day' at London's Almeida theatre delivers a complex, outspoken drama about a Jewish family grappling with identity and the Israel-Gaza war. A must-see bold production.
Sam Grabiner's fearless dark comedy 'Christmas Day' explores a dysfunctional London Jewish family's festive clash. Now playing at the Almeida Theatre, Islington until 8 Jan 2026.
A person is fighting for life after falling on tracks at Kingston station during rush hour. British Transport Police confirm the incident is not suspicious. Read the latest updates.
A 34-year-old farmer has died after a tree fell on his car while he was assisting fire crews battling a severe bushfire in Western Australia. Read the full story on the tragic incident and ongoing heatwave warnings.
Critically endangered 'galaxy frogs' have disappeared from India's Western Ghats after photographers reportedly destroyed their microhabitats for photos. Researchers sound the alarm on unethical wildlife photography.
Major engineering works will close the line between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction from Christmas Day to 5th January. Passengers are urged to plan ahead and check journeys.
The Paranormal Activity stage play at London's Ambassadors Theatre delivers masterful horror, leaving audiences terrified and awestruck. Read our full review.