Florence Pugh's Metallic Dress Wows at Spider-Man Premiere
Florence Pugh wore a stunning molten metallic Tamara Ralph gown to the London premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, sparking widespread admiration online.
Category : Culture
Mercury Prize 2026: Divisive Shortlist with 12 Strong Nominees
The Mercury Prize 2026 shortlist features 12 albums from Dave, Florence + the Machine, Paul McCartney, RAYE, and more, making it one of the most unpredictable years ever.
Love's Labour's Lost: Flamenco-infused fun at the Globe
Indiana Lown-Collins' flamenco-tastic production of Shakespeare's tricky romcom at the Globe is fun despite overdone Spanish gags. Norah Lopez Holden shines.
Claire Sweeney misses Maureen Lipman in Corrie exit
Claire Sweeney admits sadness at Maureen Lipman's absence from her Coronation Street exit as Cassie Plummer leaves Weatherfield after a devastating plot against her ex.
'Cleansed' Revival at Almeida: Shocking but Uneven
Sarah Kane's brutal play 'Cleansed' gets a rare revival at the Almeida Theatre, but director Rebecca Frecknall's production struggles with its extreme content, resulting in an imperfect but sometimes extraordinary show.
DC's 'perception problem' fades for solo traveler
Despite a 6% dip in international tourism due to the 'Trump Slump', Washington DC offers solo travelers art, culture, and safety, with a three-day itinerary highlighting bagels, museums, and nightlife.
Emmerdale Spoilers: Dingle Tragedy, Nicola's Fears, Charity's Courage
Next week in Emmerdale, Cain faces Monty's farewell, Nicola suspects Jimmy of cheating, and Charity bravely returns to her support group after her rape.
Coronation Street legend to expose rapist Ross Wilkes
A beloved Coronation Street resident is set to expose rapist Ross Wilkes (Ian Burfield) after Cassie Plummer's chilling exit, with a key character overhearing his lies.
John Hannah: Benidorm detective breaks TV cop stereotype
John Hannah stars as Dennis, a retired detective in Benidorm, in new Channel 5 series 'Benidorm is Murder'. He says his character's humour sets him apart from typical TV cops.
PAC-MAN live experience opens in London on Sept 5
Arcade Arena opens on London's South Bank on September 5, featuring PAC-MAN, Chaos Karts, and Alien Invasion. Tickets start at £30.
Beckenham restaurant wins court battle, faces new noise complaint
Pierluigi's in Beckenham won a court appeal to keep its licence, but a noise expert called its music 'amongst the worst I have ever experienced' and the council provided new evidence ahead of a fresh hearing.
Campaign to Bring Back the Foster's Top Launches
A new lobbying group, CRAFT, urges pub-goers to order what they truly enjoy, like a Foster's Top, instead of succumbing to peer pressure or trends.
Argelès-sur-Mer: Underrated French seaside town Brits haven't found
Forget Nice and Cannes. Argelès-sur-Mer on the Languedoc coast offers a relaxed, affordable French seaside escape with Catalan flair, accessible via Barcelona.
Leigh-on-Sea: Golden Beach 45 Mins from London
Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, offers a golden sand beach, independent shops, and seafood restaurants just a 45-minute train ride from London.
Tony review: Bourdain memoir becomes bittersweet film
Dominic Sessa stars as young Anthony Bourdain in a sentimental coming-of-age story, but the feelgood factor is compromised by the author's tragic fate.
BTS boycott Grammys over new Asian pop prize
BTS withdraw from 2027 Grammys, citing new best Asian pop music performance award; they say music should not be divided by region or language.
John Croft, codebreaker and artist, dies at 103
John Croft, a Bletchley Park codebreaker who later became a successful abstract artist praised by Brian Sewell, has died aged 103.
Tony Biopic Review: Dominic Sessa Stuns as Anthony Bourdain
Dominic Sessa transforms into a young Anthony Bourdain in A24's 'Tony', a coming-of-age drama that captures his early years with grit and heart, earning a 5-star review.
Historian Donald MacRaild dies aged 60
Donald MacRaild, historian of Irish migration and labour history, dies aged 60. He held posts at multiple UK and New Zealand universities, authored 18 books, and championed social inclusion.
The Vampire Lestat Review: Glam-Rock Bloodsucking Fun
Season three of Interview with the Vampire transforms into a glam-rock musical as Lestat forms a band, blending camp, horror, and catchy tunes in a risky but rewarding shift.
Gomorrah: The Origins Review – Stylish Mob Prequel
Gomorrah: The Origins prequel to the Neapolitan mob saga impresses with style, cheekiness, and tenderness, following young Pietro Savastano and Angelo in 1977 Secondigliano.
Netflix ties BBC as top UK TV choice, Ofcom report
Netflix is now the first choice for 26% of UK viewers, narrowly ahead of the BBC at 25%, according to Ofcom's annual Media Nations report, with hits like Adolescence and KPop Demon Hunters driving growth.
Stonehenge offers random visitors 20 minutes of solitude
English Heritage launches a daily draw for advance ticket holders to enjoy 20 minutes alone inside Stonehenge throughout August, a first since admission charges began 125 years ago.
Forgotten Beatnik's Album Blows Away Gen Z Critics
How Nirosta Steel's My Skyscraper, recorded over 40 years, became a critical sensation. The album fuses disco, folk, synth-pop, and Chinese opera.
Barbecued Banana Splits and Smoky Cherry Sundaes
Helen Graves' recipes for barbecued banana splits with salted date cream and coconut crunch, and smoky cherry baklava sundaes elevate summer BBQs with prep-ahead elements.
Tinie Tempah's Extraordinary Extensions Returns with Glamour and Eco-Build
Tinie Tempah's house extension series returns with Great Gatsby glamour and a sailing-themed eco-build. Plus, Katie Price's children speak out about their turbulent lives.
Portrait of a City: Master Photographers Capture US Urban Landscape
A new exhibition at Dulwich Picture Gallery features over 100 works by 20th-century photographers, showcasing how photography shaped the American city. On view until 4 October.
San Lorenzo: Rome's Rebel Neighbourhood of Art and Cheap Eats
Escape Rome's tourist crowds in San Lorenzo, a working-class quarter with street art, affordable eateries, and a rich history of resistance. Discover its cultural gems.
Beginning Middle End review – a mother and daughter’s odyssey
Valeria Luiselli's fourth novel charts a narrator's journey from the US to Sicily with her daughter, tackling themes of motherhood and migration, but becomes increasingly inward-looking.
Solo Sunny review: an East German gem of ambition and loneliness
Konrad Wolf's 1980 drama Solo Sunny follows a singer escaping GDR life, capturing melancholy and thwarted ambition with warmth and wit.
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