Jane Yolen, Author of 450 Books, Dies at 87
Jane Yolen, who wrote over 400 books for children and adults, including the award-winning 'Owl Moon' and 'The Devil's Arithmetic,' has died aged 87.
Category : Culture
Rembrandt painting altered to erase turban, restored
Restoration of a 17th-century painting confirms it is by Rembrandt and reveals a turban was overpainted, reflecting the artist's message of tolerance during a refugee crisis.
Sarah Platt quiz: Test your Corrie knowledge after murder twist
Sarah Platt killed Theo Silverton with Gary Windass's help. Test your knowledge of the Coronation Street icon with our new quiz as her fate hangs in the balance.
Relics review: Starry cast can't save messy family drama
Ben Ockrent's Relics at Lyric Hammersmith boasts a stellar cast including Sally Phillips but fails to balance farce and deep ethical questions, resulting in a tonal mess.
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Emmerdale star hints at Sadie King meeting Lewis Barton as gay icon
Emmerdale's Bradley Riches hints at a scene between Lewis Barton and returning villain Sadie King, calling her a 'gay icon' after fan demand.
Sinatra: The Musical review – hits but no depth
Frank Sinatra bio-musical hits West End with style and swagger from Joel Harper-Jackson, but flat script fails to explore the legend's dark side.
Sudoku 7,359 Hard Puzzle Challenge
Solve today's hard Sudoku puzzle 7,359. Fill grid with numbers 1-9 in every row, column, and 3x3 box. Solutions in next Guardian issue.
Hanson's Cultural Vision: Exclusion Over Inclusion
Pauline Hanson's recent comments reveal a desire for a narrow, exclusionary Australian culture, sparking debate on national identity and diversity.
Ragnar Kjartansson's 'Mercy' exhibition opens at NGV Melbourne
Icelandic artist Ragnar Kjartansson's first major Australian show at NGV features 'The Visitors', named best artwork of the 21st century, and eight video works exploring beauty, sadness, and human condition.
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Nature vs nurture: can genes shape our behaviour? Podcast
Behavioural geneticist Kathryn Paige Harden discusses how genes influence traits like risk-taking and antisocial behaviour, and what this means for culpability in crime.
Orecchiette with Courgettes, Parmesan Cream and Almonds
Celebrate courgette season with orecchiette pasta tossed in a creamy parmesan sauce, sautéed courgettes, and toasted almonds. Ready in 20 minutes.
Rik Mayall Documentary: A Tribute to the Comedic Genius
Sky Documentaries airs 'Rik Mayall: Magnificent B'stard', a tribute to the late comedian featuring interviews with Adrian Edmondson and Ben Elton.
Gen Alpha and the Language of the Minions
Gen Alpha slang shares surprising parallels with Minionese, the made-up language from Despicable Me, including loanwords and Italian influences.
Defying the Myth: single mothers caring for disabled children
Carol Allen-Storey's decade-long project captures the struggles and love of single mothers raising children with severe disabilities, defying stereotypes.
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Dooneen review – uncanny visions of dark times in Dublin
Keith Ridgway's novel Dooneen explores ambivalence and social unrest in Dublin through the uncanny homecoming of Bartholomew Port, blending political turmoil with personal longing.
V&A Storehouse Wins Art Fund Museum of the Year
The V&A Storehouse in London has been awarded the Art Fund Museum of the Year 2026, winning £120,000 prize for its innovative storage and display of collections.
Frida Kahlo: The Complex Truth Behind the Iconic Image
Frida Kahlo's likeness is everywhere, but the real artist was sharp-tongued, heavy-drinking, and a committed communist. A new Tate Modern exhibition explores the making of an icon and the tensions between commercialisation and authenticity.
Should I Stop Telling My Partner About Food in His Beard?
Annabel says Teddy's beard traps food, embarrassing her; Teddy feels shamed by her nudges. Who is right? You decide in this domestic dispute.
The Furious review: exhilarating martial-arts mayhem
Kenji Tanigaki's martial-arts film The Furious follows a handyman hunting traffickers who kidnapped his daughter, delivering intense action that rivals the Raid films.
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Climate musicals merge fun with serious environmental themes
A new genre of musical theatre, including Hot Mess and Acid's Reign, uses humor and romance to spotlight the climate crisis, offering hope and emotional engagement.
Inside Bangladesh's World Cup love affair with Argentina and Brazil
Bangladesh's fervent support for Argentina and Brazil at the World Cup is rooted in history, culture, and a sense of connection to home.
Elaine May retrospective honors her trailblazing career
Elaine May's films were undervalued due to her immense ambition and gender bias. A new retrospective celebrates her work, including 'Mikey and Nicky' and 'Ishtar'.
Chris and Martina: The Final Set – Tennis Titans' Bond
Netflix documentary explores Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova's deep bond and intense rivalry, now supporting each other through cancer treatment.
Duane Michals, photographer of staged tableaux, dies at 94
Duane Michals, known for staged, surreal photography exploring life and death, has died aged 94. He pioneered the 'directorial mode' and rejected documentary realism.
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Beat the Heat: Four Fab Frozen Desserts
Beat the heat with pistachio sammies, fruit lollies, mint chocolate semifreddo and green-tea ice-box cake from top chefs.
Muse: The Wow! Signal review – space-rock silliness with subtlety
Muse's 10th album 'The Wow! Signal' delivers bombastic space-rock with Latin choirs and sci-fi themes, yet reveals surprising pop nuance and melodic strength beneath the chaos.
Best face mists and fans to beat the heatwave this summer
Sali Hughes reviews top face mists and handheld fans for staying cool in a heatwave, including Dr Althea's 345 Relief Cream Mist and JisuLife Ultra1 Handheld Fan.
Wheelchair ballet class at Royal Ballet School: 'Like swimming through the air'
A wheelchair user attends an adaptive ballet class at the Royal Ballet School led by disabled dancer Kate Stanforth, finding joy and community.
12 delicious ways to enjoy stone fruit this summer
Apricots and peaches are ripe now; from salads to grills, discover 12 recipes to make the most of the stone fruit glut, plus tips for selecting and cooking.
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Global photos: Mallorcan sunrise, flustered king, World Cup
The Guardian's picture editors select striking images from around the world, including a sunrise in Mallorca, a flustered King Charles, and World Cup celebrations.
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