Arts broadcasting legend Sir Humphrey Burton dies at 94
Sir Humphrey Burton, the visionary BBC and LWT broadcaster who shaped arts TV and created Young Musician, has died. Read his remarkable story.
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Arts broadcaster Sir Humphrey Burton dies aged 94
Sir Humphrey Burton, the former BBC head of music who revolutionised classical music broadcasting, has died at 94. Discover the legacy of the man who brought classical music to millions.
Margaret Hodge's damning report calls for Arts Council shake-up
Labour peer Margaret Hodge's review urges Arts Council England to slash red tape, scrap its 'Let's Create' strategy, and revive regional boards. A critical look at the future of arts funding.
Hodge Report: Arts Funding Must Be Protected from Politics
A landmark review by Labour peer Margaret Hodge calls for Arts Council England to be shielded from political meddling, scrap its 'straitjacket' strategy, and slash bureaucracy to restore trust. Read the key findings.
Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, reshapes arts institution
President Donald Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors for the first time, celebrating artists like Stallone and Kiss while overseeing major changes to the prestigious arts centre. Explore the political and cultural implications.
Nick Cave documentary explores faith and grief on Sky Arts
A new Sky Arts documentary, 'Nick Cave's Veiled World', delves into the musician's Christian faith, artistic evolution, and the profound impact of personal tragedy. Features interviews from Flea to Rowan Williams.
Barbican Centre gets £451m overhaul for accessibility
London's iconic but bewildering Barbican Centre is set for a £451m renewal. The project will tackle leaks, poor signage, and maze-like layout to create a fully accessible cultural hub by 2032.
Royal Shakespeare Company cuts 11% of jobs
The Royal Shakespeare Company plans to cut its workforce by 11% and merge costume departments to save £2.8m annually, citing a 'perilous' financial situation due to funding cuts and soaring costs. Read the full story.
Tonight's TV: Muppets, Murder, and Munro's Last Stand
Tonight's TV guide features a deep dive into festive classics The Muppet Christmas Carol and It's a Wonderful Life, plus the finale of The Ridge and Nick Cave's Bunny Munro. Discover what to watch.
Pop-up theatre planned for Marble Arch Mound site
A temporary 500-seat theatre made from recycled fabric and timber could open on Marble Arch island in 2026. Westminster Council is set to decide on the plan.
Glenn Tilbrook gig supports Charlton pub community buyout
Squeeze frontman Glenn Tilbrook will perform an exclusive VIP show for donors to a campaign aiming to buy and revive The White Swan pub in Charlton as a community arts hub.
Glenn Tilbrook crowdfunds to save derelict London pub
Squeeze legend Glenn Tilbrook is spearheading a grassroots bid to buy and restore The White Swan in Charlton, launching a crowdfunder with a VIP gig as a key reward. Help save this vital community hub.
Critical Thinking to Become Mandatory for UK University Students
A landmark report mandates critical thinking and liberal arts modules for all UK university students from 2026, aiming to combat misinformation. Discover the new skills framework.
Amber weather warning for heavy rain and flooding in Wales
The Met Office issues an amber warning for south Wales, with up to 120mm of rain threatening severe flooding, travel disruption, and power cuts. Residents urged to prepare.
Danger to Life Amber Warning for Wales Flooding
The Met Office warns of a 'danger to life' from flooding and landslides as a month's worth of rain is set to fall in 24 hours across South Wales. Check the latest forecast and warnings.
Women Photographers 1900-1975: Hidden Legacy
Discover the groundbreaking work of women photographers from 1900-1975 in this powerful visual exhibition. Explore their forgotten contributions to photographic history.
Susan Loppert's arts revolution in hospitals
Discover how Susan Loppert pioneered arts in healthcare, transforming Chelsea and Westminster Hospital with 2000 artworks and performances. Learn about her remarkable legacy.
Labour's £2bn Budget Boost for Scotland and Wales
Scottish and Welsh Labour leaders hail £2bn funding increase and end of two-child benefit cap in Rachel Reeves' budget, hoping to reverse polling deficits ahead of May elections.
£15k Fiction Prize for Refugee Writers Launches
A new £15,000 fiction award and publishing deal seeks to uncover literary voices from refugee and migrant backgrounds in the UK and Ireland. Submit your work by 13 February.
Richmond Council drops legal challenge over funding
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
Liberal Arts Education Needs Market-Oriented Reform
Jianyang Geng argues liberal arts institutions must embrace market demands and abandon claims of exclusive critical thinking cultivation. Discover why reform is essential for survival.
Nearly 3000 Welsh species at risk of extinction
A stark new report reveals 2,955 species are perilously close to disappearing from Wales. Discover which iconic creatures are threatened and how simple conservation actions can help.
Keeps Secures £1.2M Funding from Investor Rush
London-based sports platform Keeps closes £1.2 million funding round as investors target sports sector. Discover how this impacts UK sports technology investment landscape.
London schools repay £653k after postcode error
London nurseries and schools must repay over £650,000 after a data entry mistake with postcodes led to significant funding overpayments. Councils are now recovering funds.
Council funding shake-up boosts North and Midlands
Deprived towns in northern England and the Midlands secure major funding increases in a landmark local authority reform, redirecting cash from affluent areas to post-industrial communities.
Tories' £2bn Culture Funding: Why No Recognition?
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investments remain unacknowledged by sector. Explore the funding facts.
Akram Khan's Final Tour: Collaborators on His Genius
As Akram Khan Company presents its last touring show Thikra: Night of Remembering, Danny Boyle, Hanif Kureishi and other collaborators share intimate stories about working with the dance visionary.
Perfect Show for Rachel: A Star Takes Control
Meet Rachel O'Mahony, the learning-disabled star directing her own madcap variety show. Discover how this award-winning production challenges perceptions of disability in the UK theatre scene.
Monmouth's Worst Floods in 30 Years After Storm
Monmouth faces its worst flooding in three decades after the River Monnow burst its banks. See how the community is responding and the cleanup efforts underway.
Weekend Photos: Global Events from Tokyo to Wales
From festive charity parades in Tokyo to severe flooding in Wales, explore the weekend's most compelling global images. Discover the stories behind each powerful photograph.
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