Gillian Anderson's Slasher Film Aims to Improve Your Sex Life
Gillian Anderson's new horror film 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' blends slasher tropes with female sexuality, earning five-star reviews at Cannes and a Queer Palm win.
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Lorde at All Points East 2026: Set Times, Tickets, Setlist & Info
Lorde headlines All Points East on Saturday August 22, 2026, with PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson and Djo. Set times, last-minute tickets, bag policy and weather forecast inside.
Peppa Pig Hedge ‘Decapitated’ by Vandals in Oxfordshire
A beloved Peppa Pig topiary near Newton Purcell, Oxfordshire, was found with its head hacked off by vandals between August 13 and 15, 2026. Police are investigating the deliberate damage, which has left owners and locals devastated.
Peaky Blinders: Underworld Review – 1920s Pub and Immersive Experience
Peaky Blinders: Underworld at London Bridge Arches offers a free 1920s pub, The Garrison, and a ticketed immersive walkthrough with puzzles and games. Tickets cost £25 for a one-hour slot.
Outer Banks Season 5 Review: Netflix Hit Ends with Best Season
Netflix's Outer Banks ends after six years with season five, praised as one of its best. The final 10 episodes balance grief, revenge, and character arcs, with a fulfilling climax for key storylines.
6 Best Free Things to Do in London This Weekend (Aug 21-23)
Discover six free events in London this weekend, including Greenwich Fair, Queer Frequencies, and a street party at Ridley Road Market, all without spending a penny.
Taskmaster fans optimistic about Richard Ayoade after series 22 trailer
Fans of Taskmaster have expressed optimism about Richard Ayoade's participation after the first trailer for series 22, easing concerns that his deadpan persona would not suit the show's format.
Josh Radnor admits tension with Neil Patrick Harris on HIMYM set
Josh Radnor, who played Ted Mosby, revealed on a podcast that he and Neil Patrick Harris experienced tension on the How I Met Your Mother set, stemming from differing comedic and emotional approaches, though they later found it healing.
Kacey Ainsworth Rules Out Little Mo Return for Zoe Funeral
Kacey Ainsworth confirms she will not reprise her role as Little Mo for Zoe Slater's funeral on EastEnders, calling the speculation 'fake news' on Instagram.
Pop Singer Vanessa Blanca Dies at 30 After Bathroom Fall
Filipino pop star Vanessa Blanca, 30, died after a freak bathroom fall in Manila. Her cousin confirmed the tragic accident caused a severe head injury and internal brain hemorrhage.
Love Is Blind UK fans astounded by Jack: 'Does he know this is being filmed?'
Love Is Blind UK season 3 fans call out contestant Jack for repeating identical flirting lines to Ciara and Faye, questioning if he knows he's being filmed.
Great Expectations Gets Gen Z Makeover in BBC Adaptation
The BBC's new 'Great Expectations' adaptation gives the classic Dickens novel a Gen Z makeover, with a diverse cast and modern themes, according to the show's creators.
Côte Brasserie offers free Steak Frites for French GCSE
Côte Brasserie is offering GCSE students a free Steak Frites (or Vegan Burger) for French results, plus a free dessert for all other students, on August 20, 2026.
Natural History Museum to reopen WWII-closed gallery
The Natural History Museum will reopen its Nature and Us gallery in September 2026, closed to the public since 1943. The 18-month exhibition features 50 objects including a Crystal Palace dinosaur model and a 400,000-year-old hand axe.
EastEnders Spoilers: Denise Fox Gets Hope Amid Stem Cell Search
Denise Fox's cancer battle takes a hopeful turn as Kim discovers a half-brother, Darnell Larson Jr, who could be a stem cell match. Meanwhile, Alfie throws a Benidorm-themed party for Kat, and Amy Mitchell falls deeper under the influence of creepy copper
M&S revives cult St Michael label in new Aries collaboration
Marks & Spencer has revived its cult St Michael label in a 26-piece collaboration with London streetwear label Aries, featuring knitwear, tailoring, and accessories from £10 to £120.
Insidious Star 'Haunted' by Dentist Scene in New Sequel
Insidious: Out of the Further star Amelia Eve reveals the dentist scene 'haunted' her during filming, while Lin Shaye and Brandon Perea share their reactions to the horror sequel.
M&S S'mores Cookie Cup: Bake-at-Home Upgrade Impresses
M&S launches its first bake-at-home S'mores Cookie Cup, priced at £3. Metro's review finds the warm, gooey dessert a major upgrade, though marshmallow flavor is muted.
Games Inbox: Are Online Video Game Fans Too Negative?
Readers debate online negativity in gaming, GTA 6 leaks, Sony's live service struggles, and the lost art of attract modes, plus CeX's retro market plans.
Daily Horoscope August 20, 2026: Moon-Uranus Opposition
The Moon opposes Uranus on August 20, 2026, encouraging independence and strong intuition. Trust yourself, especially if you are Aries, Taurus, or Gemini. Find all star signs' horoscopes here.
Emmerdale: Dawn wallops Graham with shovel in desperate escape
Dawn Taylor hits Graham Foster with a shovel and ties him up to flee Emmerdale, believing Joe Tate gave Billy a brain injury, but Graham sows doubt about the attacker's identity.
Matthew Higham, antiques dealer and former MI6 agent, dies at 79
Matthew Higham, 79, died after a life as an antiques dealer, blacksmith, actor, and brief MI6 agent in Berlin, co-founding St Giles European Transport in Norwich.
Açaí, Chipotle, and Gnocchi: Most Mispronounced UK Words
A new poll reveals açaí as the most mispronounced word in the UK, followed by segue, quinoa, and gnocchi. The list, commissioned by Škoda, highlights common English pronunciation pitfalls.
Edinburgh fringe odyssey: nudity, urine, and radical shows
Despite soaring costs, the Edinburgh fringe still hosts radical shows like Truthmachine, Succubus, and Bunny!, proving experimental spirit survives in small venues.
Christine Vachon on provocative films, Joaquin Phoenix, and 'Pretty Babies'
Veteran indie producer Christine Vachon discusses her career, the controversy around films like 'Kids' and 'Poison', the Joaquin Phoenix pullout from Todd Haynes' 'De Noche', and her latest production 'Pretty Babies' at Edinburgh film festival.
Judi Dench inspires reverse decluttering trend, sparking debate
Judi Dench's home, packed with family photos and mementos, has inspired a reverse decluttering trend. Jo Whiley embraced it, sparking a debate on the value of possessions over perfect tidiness.
Giraffe Review: Sociopathy and Connection in One-Woman Show
Abigail Weinstock’s Giraffe at Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh, follows a sociopath seeking support letters to avoid homelessness. A touching solo drama about human connection.
David Shrigley's Dark Humor Invades Dulwich Old Masters
David Shrigley's new exhibition at Dulwich Picture Gallery pairs his darkly comic drawings and sculptures with Old Master paintings, creating a surreal dialogue between past and present.
Ihsane Review: Cherkaoui Guides From Tragedy to Harmony
Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui's new dance piece Ihsane at Sadler's Wells transforms brutal tragedy into euphoric harmony, blending dance, music, and storytelling.
AOC Mocks Right-Wing 'Woke' Obsession with $1 Gift
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ridiculed the right-wing fixation on 'woke' by gifting a $1 'woke' certificate, highlighting the absurdity of the term's overuse.
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