Explained: How a pasta recipe has triggered a diplomatic row between UK and Italy
A diplomatic crisis over a knob of butter? Butter believe it. Read More
Emma Thompson jokes she could’ve ‘changed American history’ by saying yes to date with Donald Trump
The now-US President asked Emma Thompson out in 1998, following her divorce from Kenneth Branagh. The celebrated actress recalled the strange moment during a talk at Locarno Film Festival, and…
‘Depravity and lawlessness’: U2 speak out on Israel’s actions in Gaza
Bono and his bandmates have released personal statements condemning Hamas’ “diabolical” actions and how Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli government deserve “our categorical and unequivocal condemnation.” Read More
Willy Chavarria and Adidas apologise for shoe design criticised as cultural appropriation
Adidas and designer Willy Chavarria have apologised after their Oaxaca Slip-On sparked backlash for using Indigenous Mexican design without credit or collaboration. Read More
Thieves make off with $7,000 in Labubu dolls as toy craze sparks smash-and-grab in LA
Masked thieves raided a California toy store for dozens of sought-after Labubu dolls, as demand for the quirky collectible continues to skyrocket worldwide. Read More
Kneecap banned in Hungary but vow to use their platform to call out ‘genocide and the war criminals’
The Irish rap trio Kneecap would have graced the stage at this year’s Sziget festival today had the Hungarian government had not banned the band from the country. Regardless, the…
Dance Days Chania: 72 hours of contemporary dance at the crossroads of Mediterranean culture
This year’s 15th anniversary event took place from 21 July to 2 August and included a rich programme with 21 performances, 12 seminars and workshops. Read More
In Pictures: French bulldog mix Petunia wins World’s Ugliest Dog Contest 2025
“Ugly” by name; fierce by nature. Here are the highlights of this year’s World’s Ugliest Dog Contest. Read More
Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
Face huggers, conjoined flesh, and farewell exhibitions: This week’s highlights include ‘Alien: Earth’, ‘Together’ and an exhibition honouring the late, great Ozzy Osbourne. Read More
‘A garden to remember’: The hidden stories of Warsaw’s Łazienki Park
The exhibition “The Life of a Royal Garden”, held at Warsaw’s Łazienki Park, is not only a walk through the eras and garden styles, but also a profound look at…