Main stage at Belgium’s Tomorrowland music festival completely destroyed by fire
Organisers say posts on social media from festival-goers claiming to have received emails saying Tomorrowland had been cancelled were “Fake news”. Read More
DNA analysis from 4,600-year-old skeleton uncovers hidden link between Egypt and Mesopotamia
Sealed inside a rocky tomb for over four millennia, an Egyptian skeleton has just revealed a hidden chapter of ancient history. Read More
Wellcome Photography Prize 2025: When photography meets science, health and the human experience
Now in its 28th year, the Wellcome Photography Prize honours photography at the intersection of science, health and the human experience. This year’s winners capture powerful stories exploring domestic abuse,…
Emma Watson and Harry Potter co-star banned from driving for speeding
Emma Watson and her Harry Potter co-star Zoe Wanamaker have both been fined and banned for six-months from driving by the same UK court after separate speeding incidents. Read More
Francofolies de Spa: Controversy over Franco-Israeli singer and former Eurovision contestant Amir
Belgium’s music festival Les Francofolies de Spa kicks off this week and is under pressure to cancel the performance of Franco-Israeli singer Amir. Three acts have already walked away from…
Not beary funny: Teddy bear artwork made from fake human skin leads to arrest in California
A teddy bear made of fake human skin sparked panic in California, leading to residents to fear a serial killer was on the loose. In reality, the teddy bear is…
Convicted fraudster Billy McFarland sells infamous Fyre Festival on eBay for less than $250,000
“Entrepreneur” and Fyre Fest fraudster Billy McFarland has sold the brand IP on eBay for less than $250,000 – while still owing $26 million. Read More
Roman-era erotic mosaic panel stolen by Nazi captain during World War II returns to Pompeii
The mosaic – dating between mid- to last century B.C. and the first century – stolen by a Nazi German captain and is considered a work of “extraordinary cultural interest.”…
Emmy nominations 2025: Young star of British hit show ‘Adolescence’ could break an important record
The Emmy nominations have been announced, and while Apple TV+’s Severance and The Studio lead the pack, our favourite show of the year – the British four-part drama Adolescence on…
A new show in London is retelling the story of Elvis through immersive theatre
Using live actors, music, and cutting-edge tech, a new immersive show in East London retelling the story of Elvis Presley’s legendary career. Read More