Ingrid Horrocks Wins Ockham Book Awards Top Prize
Ingrid Horrocks wins NZ$65,000 Jann Medlicott Acorn prize for her debut short story collection All Her Lives at the 2026 Ockham New Zealand book awards.
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India's Gen Z Cash In on Secondhand Fashion Trend
Faced with rising costs and job shortages, young Indians turn thrift reselling into a full-time income, leveraging Instagram and street markets.
Olivia Colman on Jimpa: Family, Queerness, and Regret
Olivia Colman discusses her role in Jimpa, a film about intergenerational queerness, her own father, and the importance of loving kindness in family dynamics.
Hantavirus, UFO Files, and Art Slowing Ageing
This week's science stories: hantavirus update, Pentagon releases secret UFO documents, and a study linking cultural activities to slower biological ageing.
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Walking Britain's Oldest Paths: A Journey Through History
Explore ancient footpaths like the Sweet Track, Ridgeway, and holloways, where history comes alive underfoot. Discover Britain's oldest routes.
Thursday News Quiz: Station to Station and Locomotive
Test your knowledge with 15 questions on topical news, pop culture, and general knowledge. Beware rogue question marks among the petals of knowledge.
Turner's Famous Portrait Not a Self-Portrait, Expert Says
Dr James Hamilton argues that the iconic portrait of JMW Turner, used on the £20 note, is likely by John Opie, not Turner. The Tate is urged to reattribute the work.
Spring Orzo with Peas, Broad Beans, Asparagus and Lemon
A deliciously rustic risotto-style pasta using seasonal spring veg, finished with butter, parmesan and lemon zest. Perfect for spring dining.
The Hardacres Returns: Yorkshire Drama Season 2
Channel 5's period drama The Hardacres returns for season two, plus a lost Morecambe and Wise episode and more TV highlights.
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Naked Jetskiers and a Seagull Star: Venice Biennale's Wildest
From naked jetskiers to a celebrity seagull, the 61st Venice Biennale delivers unforgettable moments. David Levene captures the art, protests, and chaos.
LifeHack Review: Old-School Heist Updated for Meme Age
Ronan Corrigan's debut feature 'LifeHack' updates the classic heist thriller with a screenlife aesthetic, following gamers who rob a crypto billionaire.
Weimar by Katja Hoyer Review: The Town That Changed Germany
A review of Katja Hoyer's 'Weimar', exploring how the small German city birthed both liberal democracy and Nazism, and its lessons for today.
Jinkx Monsoon on Judy Garland and Trans Roles
Drag Race winner Jinkx Monsoon discusses her role as Judy Garland in 'End of the Rainbow', family trauma, and why audiences embrace trans performers in non-trans roles.
Shakira, Madonna, BTS to Headline World Cup Final Half-Time Show
Shakira, Madonna, and BTS will perform at the first-ever World Cup final half-time show on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin.
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Nemesis Review: Netflix Cop Drama with Wire Stars
Netflix's Nemesis, from Power creator Courtney A Kemp, starts cliched but becomes a thrilling battle of wits with stars from The Wire. A must-watch.
VAR Controversy: Why Football Embraces Technology Despite Fan Backlash
Despite 76% of fans wanting VAR scrapped, the Premier League and World Cup expand its use. A deep dive into the commercial and systemic reasons behind the tech's persistence.
Roman Mars New BBC History Podcast on US
Roman Mars, host of 99% Invisible, is launching a new history podcast for the BBC exploring untold stories of the United States, blending narrative and sound design.
Should My Partner Stop Leaving Windows Open?
Mark is frustrated that Lucinda leaves doors and windows open, letting in mosquitoes. You decide who is right in this dispute.
Intimacy Coordinator Transformed My Film's Sex Scenes
Film-maker Anubha Momin shares how working with an intimacy coordinator made her film better, highlighting the role's recognition at Cannes and its impact on French cinema.
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Four Tequilas and Mezcals to Try Now
Discover four vibrant agave spirits including Tequilas, Mezcals, and Raicilla, from floral to smoky, available at The Whisky Exchange.
Kev's Return Blamed for Emmerdale Fires
Kev Townsend's return to Emmerdale is suspected as a series of fires plague the Sugden farm, but Robert and Aaron question if the real arsonist is closer to home.
Blinded by Love: Long-Distance Dating Red Flags
A man shares his painful experience of long-distance dating, realizing he ignored red flags and conflated attention with love after a disastrous trip to LA.
Eurostar New Menu: Michelin-Starred Chef Food Review
City AM reviews Eurostar's updated menu by Michelin-starred chefs Jeremy Chan, Jessica Préalpato, and Honey Spencer. Is the food worth the trip?
UK Eurovision Act: Dirty Nappy Nearly Derailed Rehearsals
Sam Battle, UK's Eurovision 2026 entry, reveals how a dirty nappy and new fatherhood nearly derailed his rehearsals for the contest in Vienna.
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HSBC Only UK Name on $13 Trillion Brand List
Kantar Brandz Top 100 reveals Google tops Apple as AI reshapes brand value. HSBC is the only UK entry on the $13.1 trillion list, with Asian brands rising.
Gary Oldman's Captivating Krapp's Last Tape
Gary Oldman stars in a captivating double bill at the Royal Court, including Krapp's Last Tape and Godot's To Do List, exploring life's absurdity.
How Devil Wears Prada 2 Created Its Tech Bro Villains
Screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna discusses writing The Devil Wears Prada 2, the tech bro villains, and the theme of work in the corporate rom-com sequel.
£5 Pints in London: Heroes Fighting £10 Beer Prices
Discover the London pubs still serving £5 pints despite rising costs, from happy hours to permanent deals, and the publicans making it happen.
Are 3D Platformers Dead? Readers Weigh In
Readers debate the fate of 3D platformers, GTA 6 pricing, Bungie's losses, and Capcom's neglect of Dino Crisis in this week's Games Inbox.
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Mixtape: The Biggest Video Game Controversy of 2026
A three-hour indie game about teenagers' final summer has sparked a hate campaign. Explore the controversy surrounding Mixtape, from sexism to conspiracy theories.
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