Reviving Social Clubs: A Wise Investment in Community
National lottery funds aim to revive social clubs in deprived areas. These working-class institutions offer communal infrastructure and deserve support.
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Ruffs Strut Like Ludicrous Walter Raleighs on Essex Estuary
Witness the spectacular transformation of male ruffs on the Blackwater Estuary, as they parade in breeding plumage reminiscent of Elizabethan courtiers.
Obama Presidential Center Dedication in Chicago
Thousands gather for the dedication of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, with former presidents and world leaders attending the $850 million campus opening.
Lost Only Fools and Horses script with cut Del Boy joke found
Long-lost Only Fools and Horses scripts, including a cut joke about Brasso from the 1996 finale, have been discovered and are set for auction.
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Kapodistrias Biopic Revives Founding Father's Legacy
A new film explores the life of Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first governor of Greece, who built the modern state but remains a controversial figure at home and abroad.
Judi Dench to Have Shaftesbury Theatre Renamed After Her
Dame Judi Dench will have the Shaftesbury Theatre renamed in her honour from February 2027, becoming only the second non-royal woman to receive such recognition.
Old Tech Addictive Like Digital, Reader Says
A reader recalls analogue music's addictive charm, while others discuss football songs, Elon Musk, NHS issues, and Nora Batty's wrinkled stockings in Guardian letters.
Hockney's Yorkshire Return Sparked Artistic Reawakening
David Hockney's move from LA to Yorkshire seemed like retirement but led to a stunning late-career revival, with iPad paintings of nature becoming a pandemic beacon of hope.
Kyiv Pechersk Lavra Cathedral Damaged in Russian Attack
Dormition Cathedral at Unesco-listed Kyiv Pechersk Lavra was damaged in a Russian missile and drone attack that also hit residential buildings, drawing condemnation from President Zelenskyy.
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Ancient Grape Seeds Unlock Winemaking Origins
DNA analysis of 2,000-year-old grape seeds from Tuscany reveals Roman-era vineyards produced white grapes, challenging modern Chianti's red wine reputation.
East London's Only Surviving Lighthouse
Discover the Experimental Lighthouse in Tower Hamlets, London's only surviving lighthouse, used for testing maritime lighting and now a creative hub.
Rachel Nicholson obituary: Artist started painting at 40
Rachel Nicholson, artist known for rich colour and stillness, began painting in her 40s. Daughter of artists Barbara Hepworth and Ben Nicholson, she died aged 91.
The Twitnam Summer Review: Swift, Gay and Pope's Season
Hester Grant's book explores the 1726 summer when Jonathan Swift, Alexander Pope, and John Gay gathered in Twickenham, arguing it changed English literature.
David Hockney dies at 88: a tribute to the pop art legend
David Hockney, the revolutionary British artist who captured the look of the modern world, has died aged 88. A tribute to his life and work.
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David Hockney, Celebrated British Artist, Dies at 88
David Hockney, the iconic British artist known for 'A Bigger Splash' and vibrant landscapes, has died at 88. A retrospective of his life and work.
David Hockney Dies Aged 88: A Tribute to a Pop Art Icon
David Hockney, the renowned British pop artist famous for his swimming pool paintings and photo-collages, has passed away at 88. Share your memories.
David Hockney, British Artist, Dies at 88
David Hockney, one of the most influential British artists of the 20th and 21st centuries, has died aged 88. His publicist confirmed he passed away peacefully at home.
Urban Explorer Shares Weirdest Finds in 600 Abandoned Sites
Archie Williams, 22, has explored over 600 abandoned buildings since age 12, finding time capsules, priceless antiques, and even a WWI flag. He documents his adventures online.
7,000-Year-Old Headless Skeletons Found in Slovakia
Archaeologists discover 78 headless skeletons in a 7,000-year-old Slovakian settlement, with skulls deliberately removed, suggesting complex burial rituals rather than violence.
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Milan Bull Mosaic Restoration Sparks Mockery
The restoration of a Milan bull mosaic erased its testicles, sparking mockery. The 19th-century artwork needed repair due to tourist wear from a heel-spinning ritual for good luck.
La Brea Not Only Urban Ice Age Excavation Site
Prof Martin K Jones argues La Brea is not unique; ongoing digs in London, Paris, Rome, Istanbul, Xi'an reveal stone age life, citing a recent elephant carcass find in Rome.
Norwegian Kids' Books Tackle Taboo Topics from IVF to Incest
Norwegian children's books bravely address taboo subjects like IVF, incest, and death, becoming bestsellers at home and abroad, driven by a unique cultural and economic model.
UK's Oldest Cave Art Rediscovered After 96-Year Mistake
Striped rock dismissed as natural in 1928 is now confirmed as 17,100-year-old Palaeolithic cave art, making it the oldest in Britain.
Spain's Franco-era mass graves: a family's 87-year search
A photojournalist recounts his family's decades-long quest to find his great-grandfather, executed and thrown into a well during Franco's repression, amid Spain's ongoing struggle over historical memory.
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Tom Gauld Cartoon on Literary Towns
Cartoonist Tom Gauld humorously depicts British towns known for their literary connections, from Shakespeare's Stratford to Potter's Edinburgh.
Azealia Banks Invited to Spectator Summer Party
US rapper Azealia Banks, who supports Kemi Badenoch, will attend the Spectator's summer party in London on July 3, hosted by editor Michael Gove.
Bramley Apple Tree Cottage Sold in Nottinghamshire
The cottage where the first Bramley apple tree was grown has been sold in Nottinghamshire, preserving a piece of horticultural history.
Madley Church Clock Chimes Ring Again After Two Years
After two years of silence, the clock chimes of Madley parish church ring again, bringing joy and nostalgia to the community, with hopes that newcomers will adapt to the nightly sounds.
Aging Isn't Easy: Becky Barnicoat's New Cartoon
Becky Barnicoat's latest cartoon humorously captures the challenges and absurdities of growing older, resonating with readers of all ages.
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A longtime Jilly Cooper fan finds unexpected solace in the TV adaptation of Rivals, where a character's joy at his mother recognizing him mirrors her own struggle with her mother's Alzheimer's.
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