Award-winning actor Lola Petticrew opens up about their new roles, classism in the arts, and why using their platform for activism matters more than fame. Discover their journey from Belfast to Netflix.
Oscar-winning actress Kate Winslet opens up about cruel body shaming from teachers and peers in her youth, which led to unhealthy eating habits. Read her powerful story of resilience.
Actor Matthew Lillard opens up about feeling hurt by Quentin Tarantino's criticism of his acting, as the director also targeted Paul Dano and Owen Wilson. Read the full story and industry reactions.
Actor Jonathan Groff shares how performing on stage transformed his relationship with his stammer, offering an inspiring story of personal and professional triumph.
At the Marrakech film festival, Jodie Foster reflects on her child actor start, the dangers for young performers, and why she'd never choose the profession now.
The booming skin-lightening industry, built on colonial ideals, is causing a surge in cancer and irreversible skin damage in women of colour. Discover the toxic truth.
Coronation Street actress Lynne Verrall, known for playing Geraldine Spellman, has died aged 76. Her celebrated 30-year career spanned stage and screen.
ExxonMobil confirms closure of its Fife Ethylene Plant near Cowdenbeath, blaming UK government policy and high costs. Up to 450 jobs at risk. Discover the full impact.
SNP minister Mairi Gougeon condemns UK government's £28m fishing allocation for Scotland as 'unacceptable insult'. Holyrood to vote on demanding fair share.
Discover 2026's biggest films hitting UK cinemas, from major sequels to literary adaptations. Your complete guide to next year's cinematic calendar.
UK cruise specialist Iglu is nearing a £100m acquisition by Australia's Flight Centre Travel Group, signalling strong post-pandemic recovery and global cruise growth. Read the full story.
UK housebuilder Crest Nicholson announces 100 job cuts and profit warning following challenging market conditions and government property tax changes. Full analysis inside.
New Zealand's premier book awards disqualify multiple authors for using AI in cover designs, sparking debate about technology's role in creative industries. Discover the implications.
Jeff Bezos appoints himself co-CEO of new AI venture Project Prometheus, securing massive $6.2bn funding and hiring 100 staff from top tech firms. Discover the details.
UK ministers propose 25% increase in NHS drug cost-effectiveness thresholds to resolve investment row with pharmaceutical giants and boost life sciences sector.
Ubisoft forecasts lower UK sales as players focus on fewer games for longer. Read the full analysis of the shifting gaming landscape and its impact.
Paul McCartney releases a silent track protesting AI copyright theft. Discover how artists are fighting UK government plans that could legalise music theft.
Joe Rigby, the working-class Catholic who rose to become a key Granada Television executive and nurtured major TV talent, has died aged 87. Discover his remarkable journey.
Government accused of burying farming review revealing inheritance tax concerns. Key report with 57 recommendations delayed until after Autumn Budget. Read the full story.
Business Secretary Peter Kyle supports shift to cleaner electric technology at Scunthorpe plant, securing jobs while raising questions about traditional blast furnaces.
Australian defence companies face questions over $300m weapons exports to UAE amid evidence of arms diversion to Sudanese paramilitary forces accused of genocide. Read the investigation.
Guardian readers criticise John Lewis's Christmas advert as a cynical ploy exploiting family values to drive sales, questioning its portrayal of gender roles and masculinity.
China expresses extreme disappointment with the Dutch minister over a semiconductor supply chain crisis that brought the global car industry to a halt. Read the full story.
Diane Wilson, a 77-year-old shrimper, successfully challenged ExxonMobil's planned $10bn plastics plant in Texas through legal action, highlighting growing community resistance against fossil fuel expansion.
Plans for a £1 billion film-making neighbourhood in Camden have been officially submitted, featuring vertical studios, 500 homes, and education facilities. Discover how this will transform London's creative scene.
Victoria introduces tough new laws protecting retail and hospitality workers from violence. Learn how these measures will safeguard frontline staff across the state.
A new report reveals a third of daily music uploads are AI-generated, and 97% of listeners can't tell the difference. Discover the impact on artists and the industry.
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish reveals he is considering a return to the advertising industry, but vows to secure the club's future under the new football regulator first. Discover his plans.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Automotive is cutting hundreds of jobs across its global operations as the company grapples with significant debt and operational challenges. Read the full analysis.
Sanjeev Gupta's Liberty Steel is under investigation in Romania for embezzlement and tax evasion. The probe adds to the tycoon's troubles following the loss of his key UK operation. Read the latest developments.