More stellar acts unveiled for Little Simz’ Meltdown Festival at London’s Southbank Centre
“It’s going to be epic,” previously said Little Simz. Oh, she wasn’t kidding… Read More
Penguins targeted by Trump tariffs now have a (viral) social media account
Since Donald Trump has slapped a 10 per cent tariff on an Australian territory with no human inhabitants – only penguins and seals – a new viral resistance has been…
Colorado artist denies trying to distort Trump in official portrait
In a statement released on 5 April 2025, painter Sarah A Boardman said Donald Trump’s comments had damaged her career. Read More
Boris Johnson criticises plans to show hit Netflix show ‘Adolescence’ in secondary schools
UK Prime Minister Kier Starmer has welcomed Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne’s four-part Netflix drama Adolescence being made available in schools to help combat toxic online influences. Boris Johnson says…
Court rules in favour of homeowners in land dispute over site of Van Gogh’s final painting
A couple has been fighting their local council’s efforts to seize the lower edge of their garden – believed to be the site of Van Gogh’s final painting. The courts…
2025 Olivier Awards: Roald Dahl’s dark side and Benjamin Button win big
This year’s Olivier Awards, which recognize achievements in London theater, opera and dance, saw The Roald Dahl play “Giant” win three prizes including Best New Play. “Benjamin Button” also won…
‘Taxi Driver’ writer Paul Schrader accused of sexually assaulting his former assistant
The writer and director behind ‘Taxi Driver’ and ‘American Gigolo’ has been accused in a lawsuit of sexually assaulting his former personal assistant. Read More
Culture Agenda: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
From healing your inner child at London’s Opera Gallery to experiencing first date horror on the big screen — here’s what’s on the cultural agenda this week. Read More
Stadiums as modern cathedrals: How Fulham’s Craven Cottage is being transformed for all
Fulham FC boosted their bid to play in Europe next year with a record breaking win against table-topping Liverpool on Sunday. The club are also celebrating having Craven Cottage stadium…
On its 200th anniversary, The Old Market Theatre is still innovating
From an 19th century market to a space hosting technologically complex and diverse arts programming, how The Old Market spent 200 years growing into Brighton’s most exciting theatre. Read More