Natalia Ginzburg: A Literary Giant Overshadowed
A reader laments the Guardian's omission of Natalia Ginzburg, a 20th-century literary giant, in an editorial on her son Carlo Ginzburg.
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Ron Dutton obituary: Sculptor and medallist dies at 90
Ron Dutton, sculptor and co-founder of the British Art Medal Society, has died aged 90. He transformed medal-making into a contemporary art form, addressing modern life with imagination and wit.
Women Who Sparked the American Revolution Revealed
Denise Kiernan's new book 'Obstinate Daughters' highlights rebellious women like Margaret Corbin and Elizabeth Drinker, often sidelined in US history, eight years in the making.
Game of Stones: Marble Mysticism in Medieval Art
A new book by Karl Kolbitz examines how medieval and Renaissance paintings depicted marble as a mystical, living substance, revealing pre-science beliefs in divine materials.
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Major Oak dies at 1,000; readers recall Sherwood Forest tree
The Major Oak, a 1,000-year-old tree in Sherwood Forest linked to Robin Hood, has died. Readers share heartfelt memories of childhood visits and its enduring legacy.
Navratilova and Evert: Tennis Friendship Wrecked Me
Emma Brockes reflects on the Netflix documentary 'Chris & Martina: The Final Set', exploring the rivalry and friendship between tennis legends Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert.
1976 heatwave photos: Londoners sweat 50 years ago
Temperatures hit 35.9C in the 1976 heatwave, exactly 50 years before London's current record-breaking heat. Rediscovered photos show Londoners cooling off in Trafalgar Square fountains and Hyde Park.
Sonic cartridge re-release only works on US consoles
Sega announced Sonic cartridge re-releases for 35th anniversary, but they are only compatible with NTSC Genesis consoles, making them collector's items for UK fans.
Kin by Tayari Jones review – haunting motherlessness tale
In Kin, Tayari Jones weaves a haunting story of two motherless friends in 1950s Louisiana, exploring love, grief, and the limits of knowing another person.
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Trump Drains National Mall Reflecting Pool
President Trump orders draining of the National Mall reflecting pool, citing maintenance and security concerns, sparking debate over historic preservation.
Lost Hiroshima survivor memoir found in US archive to be published
Kiyoshi Tanimoto's 1947 memoir of the Hiroshima atomic bomb attack, discovered in a Yale archive, will be published on August 6 and adapted into a film starring Takehiro Hira.
Unusual items in US 250th anniversary time capsule
A steel time capsule buried in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026, contains hundreds of artifacts including Coke bottles, Wright Brothers fabric, and a photo of golfer Aaron Rai, to be opened in 2276.
Churchill display removed from National Portrait Gallery
A video display at the National Portrait Gallery accusing Winston Churchill of 'wilful' mass starvation in the 1943 Bengal famine has been withdrawn after a row involving historians and Churchill's grandson.
Carlo Ginzburg, historian of outsiders, dies at 87
Carlo Ginzburg, the Italian historian renowned for his microhistory 'The Cheese and the Worms,' has died at 87. His work focused on ordinary lives oppressed by power, a legacy that resonates today.
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Spot Hercules: Summer Sky Jewel Guide
Learn how to find the constellation Hercules, a summer sky jewel, with tips on locating its keystone asterism and the Great Globular Cluster M13.
George Orwell's Best Books Ranked: From Burma to Big Brother
George Orwell's books ranked, from 'Animal Farm' to 'Nineteen Eighty-Four', with insights on each work's themes and impact.
Syrax from House of the Dragon Takes Flight at Tower of London
A 1:1 scale model of Syrax, the dragon from House of the Dragon, has been installed at the Tower of London as part of a new exhibition, drawing crowds and celebrating the show's connection to British history.
Pride and Prejudice at Kew: 'Masterpiece' period drama
The 2005 film adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, hailed as a masterpiece, was screened at an outdoor cinema in Kew Gardens, offering a magical setting for fans.
Armenian tycoon's giant Jesus statue plan divides nation
Gagik Tsarukyan aims to build the world's tallest Jesus statue in Armenia, sparking debate over faith, nationalism, and environmental concerns.
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Olivia Cooke: House of the Dragon, class, and toxic fans
Olivie Cooke discusses her role as Alicent Hightower in House of the Dragon, dealing with vitriolic fans, class barriers in acting, and the need for arts funding.
Jack Rooke: Nan was a prankster, grief shaped my career
Comedian Jack Rooke reflects on his grandmother Sicely, their show 'Good Grief' about bereavement, and how she inspired his Bafta-winning career.
Merlin appears at Stonehenge for summer solstice
A man dressed as Merlin joined 20,000 people at Stonehenge for the summer solstice sunrise, as the UK braces for a heatwave that could break the June temperature record of 35.6C.
Upstairs, Downstairs hailed as better than Downton Abbey
The classic 1970s ITV period drama 'Upstairs, Downstairs', set in a London townhouse, is now streaming for free on ITVX, with fans calling it a masterpiece superior to Downton Abbey.
Ash Dome: death and rebirth of Nash's living sculpture
David Nash's Ash Dome, a living sculpture planted in 1977, is dying from ash dieback. But Nash has planted 22 oaks to create the Oak Dome, ensuring the artwork's evolution.
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David Hockney Remembered: Letters on Art and Life
Readers share memories of David Hockney: a 17-year-old's encounter, the influence of California, and a smoking anecdote from his exhibition.
First Pelicans in 360 Years Hatch in St James's Park
For the first time in over 360 years, pelican chicks have hatched in St James's Park, London. Four chicks were born in May, delighting park staff and marking a historic breeding event.
Naomi Campbell unfit to run charity, tribunal hears
Naomi Campbell is appealing a five-year ban from running charities after the Charity Commission found she 'completely abdicated' her trustee duties at Fashion for Relief, leading to mismanagement and misuse of funds.
Queen James review: a fabulous documentary about James I's lovers
Historian Gareth Russell's confident TV transfer of his book about James I's intimate companions is entertaining, amusing, and sheds new light on the king's relationships.
I Let Fate Reveal My Non-Binary Identity to My Wife
Jess Clodfelter shares how she came out as non-binary demifemme to her wife Emily by updating her website pronouns, leading to acceptance and a stronger bond.
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Replica 500-Year-Old Ship to Dock in London This Summer
The Nao Victoria, a full-size replica of the first ship to circumnavigate the globe, will be at St Katharine Docks from June 30 to July 12, offering public tours.
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