The Ne Zha phenomenon: Biggest animated film of all time heading to European cinemas
‘Ne Zha 2’, the biggest animated film of all time which has been breaking records left, right and centre this year, is set to get cinema release dates in Europe.…
South African anti-apartheid playwright Athol Fugard dies aged 92
The writer exposed the realities of apartheid in plays such as “The Blood Knot” and “’Master Harold’…and the Boys”, and refused to play for segregated audiences. Read More
Grammy Award winning rapper Doechii named 2025 Woman of the Year by Billboard
The 26-year-old rapper, whose critically loved 2024 mixtape, ‘Alligator Bites Never Heal’ was crowned Best Rap Album at this year’s Grammys, will be honoured at the Billboard Women in Music…
Kanye ‘Ye’ West posts KKK photo after announcing return of his gospel choir
The controversial rapper has followed his online series of hateful rants with another disturbing image that has led social media users to feel “sick to the stomach.” WARNING: Article contains…
As men fight on the frontline, a Ukrainian theatre finds strength in its all-female cast
With most male actors at war, the Chernihiv Regional Youth Theatre in Ukraine has reinvented itself with female actors stepping into traditionally male roles, preserving culture while supporting the war…
Space Waltz: ESA to put Strauss among the stars on his 200th birthday
The Waltz King’s Blue Danube was left out of the ‘Golden Records’ attached to the Voyager probes in the 1970s. The city of Vienna, with the help of the European…
Anti-waste wrapping tax causes anger among French bakers
A new tax on wrapping papers and cardboard boxes for baguettes and pastries has caused anger among French bakers. Read More
Ex-007 star Pierce Brosnan weighs in on Bond’s future after Amazon takeover
The Irish actor insists the next James Bond must be British, dismissing rumours of an American 007, and supports Amazon-MGM’s takeover of the franchise. Read More
Culture Agenda: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
The first ever Tracey Emin exhibition in Italy, a tribute to Paris’ 19th century poster art, Stephen Graham’s intense new Netflix drama, and hip-hop band clipping. returns. Here’s what’s on…
The best of Paris Fashion Week: Stella Mccartney’s office glam to colour changing chic:
At Paris Fashion Week, Elie Saab delivered signature glamour in deep, moody hues, while Anrealage’s SCREEN collection turned garments into glowing LED displays. Check out the video for the highlights!…