IKEA but no ABBA? Outcry as Sweden publishes controversial cultural heritage list
Critics argue that the “shared map” of Swedish culture, which snubs anything since 1975, is “exclusionary” and a “nationalist education project”. Here’s why. Read More
Idris Elba says he won’t go into politics after London mayor rumours
The TV and movie star’s anti-knife crime advocacy led to him being considered as a candidate for London Mayor. Now, the actor has shut down the rumours… Read More
Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli brings his voice to Samarkand’s historic heart
Under the starry sky of the ancient Uzbek city, Andrea Bocelli’s famous tenor voice rose against the backdrop of Registan Square – a site that has stood for centuries as…
Flyer frenzy: Are Radiohead teasing their first gigs in seven years in European cities?
Flyers have been popping up in various European cities, with fans only given dates and no venues. Could the band be about to hit the road for the first time…
Argentine dance partners win top prize at world tango championship
Leandro Bojko and Micaela García danced off with the top prize in the grand finale of the World Tango Championships at the Gran Rex theatre in Buenos Aires. Read More
‘Ketamine Queen’ pleads guilty to selling fatal dose to Matthew Perry
Sangha is the fifth and final person to plead guilty to charges connected to the supply of drugs to the actor, who died in October 2023. Read More
Radiohead officially announce their return after seven years with 2025 UK and EU tour
After teasing the return via flyers this week, the celebrated band are hitting the road after a seven year absence. Their upcoming November and December gigs are already the must-have…
The ‘Superman’ sequel, ‘Man of Tomorrow,’ set for summer 2027
‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’ will follow this summer’s box office hit ‘Superman’ and will come out sooner than expected. ETA: 9 July 2027. Read More
World Athletics announces new DNA testing rules for women athletes
From 1 September, only those athletes who have passed the SRY gene test will be allowed to participate in women’s competitions organised by World Athletics. Read More
German biathlete Laura Dahlmeier killed by falling rocks on mountain in Pakistan
Dahlmeier, an Olympic gold medallist, was ascending Laila Peak in the Karakoram mountain range when she was struck by falling rocks while climbing with a partner who survived. Read More