Eurovision 2026 Boycott Over Israel Participation
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands lead a growing boycott of Eurovision 2026 after Israel is allowed to compete. Read the full statements and see which other countries are joining.
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Eurovision 2026: Israel allowed as major nations withdraw
Israel will compete in Eurovision 2026 after EBU members backed rule changes. Spain, Ireland, and the Netherlands have announced a boycott. Read the latest developments.
Three countries boycott Eurovision 2026 after Israel ruling
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands will boycott Eurovision 2026 after the EBU cleared Israel to compete without a vote. Discover the fallout and new contest rules.
Latin American Artists Lead Art Basel Miami 2025
Art Basel Miami Beach 2025 spotlights Latin American artists from Brazil, Mexico, Argentina & Panama, who are reinventing cultural heritage through provocative art. Discover the standout works.
Artist Jane Birt, wife of ex-BBC head Lord Birt, dies aged 82
Anglo-American artist Jane Birt, known for her watercolours, book illustrations and vibrant social life, has died aged 82. Discover her journey from 1960s Oxford to rural Wales.
Total War: Medieval 3 Announced, Star Wars Rumours Fly
Creative Assembly announces Total War: Medieval 3 and teases a second major project, fuelling speculation about a rumoured Star Wars strategy game. Get the full details on the 25th anniversary reveals.
Obituary: Margaretta D'Arcy, Playwright and Activist
Margaretta D'Arcy, the politically charged playwright and activist, has died aged 91. With husband John Arden, she championed radical theatre and famously picketed the RSC. Read her remarkable story.
Guaranteed Snow in Covent Garden Every Day in December
Covent Garden's festive Snow Flurry is back, offering guaranteed hourly 'snowfall' from 2-31 December. Discover the magical schedule for London's most reliable winter spectacle.
Katie Price calls Miranda Sawyer a 'liar' in podcast feud
Katie Price has vehemently denied claims made by journalist Miranda Sawyer that she bullied her during an interview, labelling the broadcaster a 'liar' on her own podcast. Get the full story on this celebrity clash.
Guitarist Steve Cropper, Soul Pioneer, Dies at 84
Steve Cropper, the influential guitarist and songwriter behind 'Green Onions' and '(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay', has died at 84. Read about his monumental legacy in soul and rock.
Oasis End of Tour Pop-Up Opens in London
Oasis fans can visit a special pop-up shop on Regent Street from 4-21 December for exclusive merchandise, personalised items, and tour memories. Find dates, location, and details here.
Immersive Coventry exhibition explores South Asian stories
Explore 'The Stories That Made Us' at Coventry's Herbert Art Gallery, an immersive journey through four decades of South Asian migration, community, and resilience. Open until May 2026.
Professor argues 'mansplaining' term is still vital
A leadership professor counters calls to retire 'mansplaining', citing research that shows authority is still perceived as male. Read the full debate on gender and language.
Royal Shakespeare Company cuts 11% of jobs
The Royal Shakespeare Company plans to cut its workforce by 11% and merge costume departments to save £2.8m annually, citing a 'perilous' financial situation due to funding cuts and soaring costs. Read the full story.
Frazer: Mosconi Cup is 'Snooker Meets Darts'
Matchroom Multi Sport CEO Emily Frazer discusses the electric atmosphere of the 2025 Mosconi Cup, the Netflix documentary, and her vision for innovating snooker. Tune in to the team event at Ally Pally.
Grindr's 2025 Gay Dictionary: Top Slang Terms Revealed
Grindr's 2025 Wrapped unveils the year's top slang, including the viral phrase 'turning 19 in Poland'. Discover its meaning and how queer language evolves and goes mainstream.
How to watch Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 live stream
Don't miss Ed Sheeran, Raye and more at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 this weekend. Here's your complete guide to watching the live stream from London's O2 Arena.
MyHeritage DNA Test Sale: Build Your Family Tree for £27
MyHeritage extends its Black Friday DNA test sale until 7th December. For just £27, discover your ethnicity, find relatives, and build your family tree. A perfect sentimental gift.
Volcano sparked Black Death pandemic, scientists find
New research links a massive 14th-century volcanic eruption to the famine and trade shifts that unleashed the Black Death plague across Europe. Discover the climate clues that solved a 700-year-old mystery.
Hope Rings: Meaningful Jewellery for Christmas Gifts
Discover Hope Rings' bestselling jewellery, perfect for heartfelt Christmas gifts. From the Hug from Heaven to the Guardian Angel ring, find meaningful presents under £35.
Review: Josh Jones's 'vanishingly insubstantial' Glasgow set
Mancunian comic Josh Jones brought his tour to Glasgow, but the show was criticised for lacking substance and strong jokes. Read our full review of the performance at The Stand.
Chrissie Hynde answers fan questions on new duets album
Pretenders icon Chrissie Hynde is answering your questions on her star-studded new album 'Chrissie Hynde & Pals' and her legendary career. Submit yours now.
Why Shona McGarty Stole This Writer's I'm A Celeb Vote
A columnist reveals why former EastEnders star Shona McGarty unexpectedly became their pick to win I'm A Celebrity 2025, overtaking favourites Angry Ginge and Aitch. Discover the moments that changed the game.
Late-night hosts target Hegseth and Trump's naps
Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert skewer Pete Hegseth over Venezuela strike fallout and Donald Trump's cabinet meeting snooze. Get the full late-night TV roundup.
TNT Sports loses Champions League and rugby rights
TNT Sports suffers a double blow as it loses UK rights to the Champions League and international rugby. Analysis reveals the broadcaster's strategy to balance the books and future challenges.
Steve Cropper, Stax Records Guitarist, Dies at 84
Steve Cropper, the iconic guitarist for Booker T & the MGs who shaped soul music and co-wrote classics like (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay, has died aged 84. Explore his remarkable legacy.
Five Nights at Freddy's 2 branded one of year's worst films
The box office horror sequel Five Nights at Freddy's 2 is panned as an inept, poorly written follow-up with no proper ending. Our review of the 2024 release.
Ghost Perfume: 30-Year Favourite Now 65% Off
Discover why Ghost The Fragrance Eau de Toilette, with its blend of jasmine, peach & musk, is the perfect Christmas scent. Now on sale for £19.
15 TV characters who arrived late but stole the show
From Succession's Ewan Roy to Friends' Mike Hannigan, discover the late-arriving TV characters who became unforgettable. Which fan favourite made your list?
TV fans outraged at 'awful' 2025 Christmas schedule
Viewers have expressed widespread disappointment with the 2025 festive TV line-up from major UK channels, criticising repeats and uninspiring shows. Discover the one programme getting praise.
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