EastEnders confirms Zoe's stalker in Christmas showdown
EastEnders' 2025 Christmas trailer reveals the identity of Zoe Slater's stalker as a terrifying showdown erupts in the Queen Vic. Get all the spoilers and festive drama details here.
Category : Culture
Trump sues BBC for $10bn over Panorama documentary
Donald Trump files a massive defamation lawsuit against the BBC in Florida, citing a misleading edit in a Panorama documentary. The case follows a BBC apology and high-level resignations.
Why major music labels are now partnering with AI firms
Major record labels have struck deals with AI music generators like Udio and Suno, promising new revenue but sparking deep concern among artists about creativity and copyright. Explore the clash between innovation and artistic integrity.
Josh Safdie on Marty Supreme, Chalamet, and Lost Men
Director Josh Safdie discusses his Timothée Chalamet-starring film Marty Supreme, latent Jewish anxiety, and why he fears electromagnetic catastrophe. Read the full interview.
How Florence's abandoned babies shaped Renaissance art
A new book explores the Hospital of the Innocents in Florence, a pioneering foundling home whose story reveals the dark heart and dazzling art of the Renaissance. Discover the legacy.
Trump sues BBC for $10bn as licence fee future debated
Donald Trump files a $10bn lawsuit against the BBC over a Panorama edit, as UK ministers publish a green paper on the future of the licence fee. Political leaders clash over the broadcaster's independence.
Child damages £240k gold crown at Beijing museum
A young boy knocks over a £240,765 gold wedding crown at a Beijing museum. Experts estimate £42,420 in damage as liability questions arise. Read the latest.
BBC denies Strictly move to Salford after host departures
The BBC has firmly denied rumours of relocating Strictly Come Dancing to Salford. This comes as the show prepares for its Grand Finale and a new era without hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
Trump sues BBC for $10bn, UK ministers defend corporation
Donald Trump files a $10bn defamation lawsuit against the BBC over its editing of his 6 January speech. UK ministers and Ed Davey urge Keir Starmer to stand up for the national broadcaster. Read the latest.
Call the Midwife Hong Kong Christmas Special & Series 15 Details
The BBC's Call the Midwife returns with a two-part Christmas special set in Hong Kong and Poplar, leading into Series 15 in January 2026. Get all the exclusive cast insights.
Six BBC funding options if licence fee is scrapped
As the government launches its green paper on BBC charter renewal, we examine the six potential funding models on the table, from subscriptions to a household levy, and rate their likelihood.
The Ice Tower: Marion Cotillard in 2025's 4th Best UK Film
Lucile Hadžihalilović's 'The Ice Tower', starring Marion Cotillard, is named the 4th best film of 2025 in the UK. This cautionary fable explores fantasy, idolisation, and the perils of art. Read our full review.
Rob Reiner's Misery: The Making of a Horror Classic
Explore how Rob Reiner's warmth and showmanship shaped the beloved 1990 horror film Misery, starring Kathy Bates and James Caan. Discover the film's enduring legacy.
Emmerdale: Mary Goskirk forced to leave village
Rhona Goskirk makes a devastating choice to protect her mother from Celia and Ray's criminal grip in a shocking early ITVX release. Discover the emotional fallout.
Stoppard's Indian Ink Revival at Hampstead Theatre
Tom Stoppard's lesser-known play 'Indian Ink' is revived at Hampstead Theatre, featuring Felicity Kendal in a poignant tribute to the late playwright. Running until 31 Jan 2026.
The Perfect Gift for Men: Cremo Fragrance Review
Stuck on what to buy? Cremo Men's Spice & Black Vanilla Eau de Toilette is the sophisticated, fail-safe gift choice for the man in your life. Discover the warm, aromatic scent now.
Indigenous Author's Startling Novel Challenges Colonial Worldview
Leanne Betasamosake Simpson's 'Noopiming: The Cure for White Ladies' offers a profound, satirical critique of colonialism through an Ojibwe lens. Discover this startlingly original work now.
Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock exhibition in Paris
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
Europe's New Faces: Punishing Migrant Documentary
Sam Abbas's experimental four-hour film documents migrant journeys to Paris. A raw, non-narrative experience in UK cinemas from 12 December.
Trump sues BBC for £7.5bn over edited speech
US President Donald Trump launches a massive £7.5 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC, alleging a Panorama documentary maliciously edited his January 6 speech. Read the full details.
Inside M&S Christmas: Colin's Festive Revamp & TV Picks
Go behind the scenes at M&S for festive food secrets, including a Christmas Colin the Caterpillar. Plus, what to watch tonight from Dark Winds to a royal debate.
Skye McAlpine's Christmas dessert recipes: Zuccotto & Jelly
Discover two stunning make-ahead Christmas desserts from Skye McAlpine: a salted caramel zuccotto disguised as a pudding and a sparkling pomegranate Campari jelly. Perfect for festive entertaining.
Best London NYE 2025 Events: Silent Disco to Museum Party
Discover London's best New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations. From a silent disco at The Anthologist to a masquerade in The Gherkin, find your perfect party to ring in the new year.
Nick Reiner's behaviour at party before parents' deaths
Nick Reiner, arrested for his parents' murder, reportedly caused a scene at a Conan O'Brien party. The tragic incident has sparked political controversy and tributes.
Disney invests $1bn in OpenAI for character AI licensing
Disney's landmark deal with OpenAI grants early AI tool access and licenses 200+ characters, reshaping content creation and copyright. Discover the strategic implications.
Felicity Kendal in Stoppard's Indian Ink at Hampstead
Felicity Kendal delivers a formidable performance in the first London revival of Tom Stoppard's Indian Ink since the playwright's death. A moving epitaph at Hampstead Theatre.
Artists Win AI Copyright Fight as 95% Back Licensing
A campaign led by Dua Lipa and Elton John to protect copyright from AI mining receives overwhelming public support. The government's 'opt-out' plan backed by only 3%. Read the latest.
Libya's National Museum Reopens After 14-Year Closure
The National Museum of Libya in Tripoli has reopened with a lavish ceremony after 14 years of civil war closure, aiming to foster unity and showcase the country's rich heritage. Discover the treasures inside and the challenges that remain.
David Jason reunites Only Fools cast for 2026 archive series
Sir David Jason reunites with the Only Fools And Horses cast for a new 2026 documentary series featuring 66 never-broadcast scenes. Discover the lost archive on U&GOLD.
Trump sues BBC for $5bn in defamation lawsuit
Donald Trump sues the BBC for $5bn, alleging a Panorama documentary defamed him by editing his January 6 speech. The fallout led to high-level resignations. Read the full story.
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