Tom Gauld cartoon mocks bookshop offers
Tom Gauld's latest cartoon humorously critiques bookshop promotions like 'buy one, get one free' for classic novels.
Category : Culture
Andrew Upton on his debut novel Krank Fuss, a chicken fable
Andrew Upton's debut novel Krank Fuss is an allegorical fable about a disfigured chicken in Nazi Germany, blending humour and bleakness, with Cate Blanchett as his first reader.
Dame Judi Dench admits posting dead rat through letterbox
Dame Judi Dench, 91, confessed on BBC's This Natural Life podcast that as a child she shoved a dead rat through a neighbour's letterbox to retrieve her brothers' cricket balls.
Lewis Capaldi's BST Hyde Park: Teariest concert ever
Lewis Capaldi's BST Hyde Park concert on July 12, 2026, was a tear-filled emotional comeback, with 65,000 fans and a surprise duet with Sam Fender.
Luke Wilson, 54, 'very proud' to become first-time father
Luke Wilson, 54, confirms he and girlfriend Kendall Yates, 24, have welcomed their first child. The actor expressed pride at the premiere of his new Netflix series The Hawk.
UK's first Mudlark-in-Residence appointed after 25 years
Lara Maiklem, 55, has been named Britain's first-ever Mudlark-in-Residence by Southwark Cathedral after 25 years of finding historical treasures along the Thames, including Tudor shoes and Roman artifacts.
Pelican Stairs: free Thames sunset views in Wapping
Pelican Stairs in Wapping offers free, stunning sunset views over the Thames, tucked down a secret alleyway beside the historic Prospect of Whitby pub.
Ischia: Underrated Italian Island with 30C Weather
Ischia, a volcanic island near Naples, offers 30C summer weather, thermal baths, and celebrity appeal. Dua Lipa and Natalie Portman have visited. Fewer UK tourists than Capri mean an authentic experience.
System of a Down at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium 2026 guide
System of a Down play two London shows in 2026 with Queens of the Stone Age and Acid Bath. Find start times, setlist, tickets, bag policy, and weather forecast.
EastEnders kills off Zoe Slater after 26 years
Michelle Ryan's Zoe Slater is reportedly killed off in EastEnders just a year after her return, with the BBC confirming her departure. The 42-year-old actress filmed final scenes last month.
Lekker in London: UK's biggest South African festival in Cheam Park
Lekker in London, the UK's largest South African festival, will take place in Cheam Park on August 29, 2026, featuring braai, biltong, Castle lager, and live music.
Honest Review of Stirling Highland Hotel in UK's Top Spot
Stirling, named best UK place to visit by Time Out, now has direct Lumo trains from London from £29.90. Metro reviews the 170-year-old Stirling Highland Hotel, starting at £75/night.
10 Affordable Boohoo Pieces for Heatwave Dressing
Beat the heat without breaking the bank with Boohoo's summer collection. From polka dot skirts to sheer mini skirts, here are 10 affordable pieces perfect for hot weather.
Tarot Horoscope: July 13-19, 2026 - New Moon in Cancer
Cancer New Moon this week urges focus on home, family, and daily routines. Tarot readings for all signs guide you to comfort, contentment, and self-care.
Pitbull fans set bald cap world record at London Hyde Park show
22,141 fans wore bald caps at Pitbull's Hyde Park show, setting a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people wearing bald caps, with the rapper joining in.
Killer Sudoku 1,030: Solve and Check Next Issue
Killer Sudoku 1,030: Normal sudoku rules apply, with dotted-line sums. No repeats within shapes. Solution in next Guardian issue.
Corfu Holiday Nightmare Saved by Kumquat Drink
A cheap tennis trip to Corfu turned into a disaster with a building site apartment, empty pool, broken rackets, and closed attractions, but kumquat spritzes saved the holiday.
Rolling Stones to BTS: Week in Rave Reviews
The Rolling Stones' new album 'Foreign Tongues' continues their renaissance, while BTS tours globally. Plus film and book picks from the Guardian's best-rated reviews.
John Humphrys: Today programme now really annoying
John Humphrys, former Today presenter, says the BBC Radio 4 flagship has become irritating with gushing interviewees, odd speech patterns, and presenters chatting among themselves.
Becky Barnicoat Cartoon: Barbecue Fails to Heat Up
In her latest cartoon, Becky Barnicoat humorously depicts a summer barbecue where everything is hot except the grill, highlighting climate change frustrations.
Blind Date: Retail Supervisor Meets Animation Grad
Abigo, 26, and Suli, 25, share their blind date experience in Manchester, rating it highly despite no kiss, and plan a second date.
Moana, Suki Waterhouse: Your Weekly Entertainment Guide
Moana live-action, Evil Dead Burn, Beat-Herder festival, Ana Mendieta exhibition, and Suki Waterhouse's new album lead this week's entertainment highlights.
Slovenia's Stunning Coastline: Salt Pans, Venetian Towns & Food
Explore Slovenia's 29-mile coastline, featuring salt pans, Venetian towns like Piran and Izola, and a thriving food scene. Ride horses through hills, dive for seahorses, and taste local wines.
Illuminate Adelaide 2026: Robot swans, giant keyboards, and more
The annual winter festival on Kaurna Country celebrates light, art, music and technology, running until 19 July. Highlights include robotic swans, giant pianos, and immersive projections.
Humphrys criticises Today programme successors as 'irritating'
Former Today presenter John Humphrys criticises successors for 'gratuitous gratitude' and 'gushing' exchanges, calling the programme 'irritating' in a Guardian article.
Yvonne Rainer's Trio A: A Hypnotic Dance Revolution
Yvonne Rainer's Trio A, a revolutionary dance piece from 1962, is staged at Tate Modern for its 60th anniversary, offering free, hypnotic performances that captivate audiences.
20 Brilliant Books You Can Read in a Day
A former Booker prize judge recommends 20 immersive books you can finish in one sitting, from James Baldwin to Carlo Rovelli, perfect for time-pressed readers.
Ben Okri: 'We don't die, we change realms' – Booker winner on life
Booker prize-winning novelist Ben Okri discusses his worst job (windowsill flowerbed), the cosmic force of love, and why we don't die but change realms.
Alfred Dreyfus statue gets permanent Paris home after 40 years
After 40 years of being moved around Paris, a statue of Alfred Dreyfus will be unveiled on July 12 in front of France's highest civil court, finally honoring the Jewish army officer wrongly accused of treason.
Madeline Horwath on older partner advantages
Cartoonist Madeline Horwath humorously explores the perks of dating an older partner in her latest cartoon for The Guardian.
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