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Booker Winner 'Flesh' Ignites Masculinity Debate
David Szalay's Booker-winning novel 'Flesh' sparks crucial debate about modern masculinity, toxic male behaviour, and its reflection in contemporary UK literature.
Lorde to headline All Points East festival 2026
Lorde has been announced as a headliner for London's All Points East 2026. Discover the full female-led line-up and find out how to get your tickets for the Victoria Park event.
Final Demand's dominant Navan win boosts Cheltenham hopes
Willie Mullins' Final Demand delivered a stunning 13-length victory at Navan, shortening to 6-4 for the Brown Advisory Novice Chase at Cheltenham Festival. Read the full analysis.
Tom Gauld's Booker Prize Cartoon Captures Author Pain
Cartoonist Tom Gauld perfectly captures the author experience of missing out on the Booker Prize shortlist. Discover his witty take on literary disappointment.
Margaret Atwood on Grudges and Memoir Writing
Margaret Atwood's new memoir 'Book of Lives' explores the art of holding grudges and delayed vengeance in today's therapy-focused culture. Discover why forgiveness isn't always necessary.
Alan Cumming: ICE raids are 'terrifying'
Actor Alan Cumming speaks out on 'terrifying' ICE raids in New York and his new LGBTQ+ festival in Scotland. Read his powerful interview and get event details.
Flesh Wins Booker: Masculinity Returns to Literary Fiction
David Szalay's Booker-winning novel Flesh breaks from female-dominated literary trends, exploring masculinity through a Hungarian immigrant's journey. Discover how it challenges contemporary fiction norms.
Armand Van Helden added to Creamfields 2026 line-up
Legendary house DJ Armand Van Helden is the latest act confirmed for Creamfields 2026. Discover the full line-up and secure your tickets with flexible payment plans today.
Brockwell Park Festival Future in Legal Battle
Lambeth Council challenges High Court ruling on Brockwell Park festivals as Mighty Hoopla sells 35,000 tickets. December appeal hearing to decide 2026 events fate.
Dee Dee Bridgewater on jazz, protest and political fears
At 75, jazz icon Dee Dee Bridgewater discusses her protest songs, fears about free speech under Trump, and why she can't stay silent about Gaza and democracy. Exclusive interview.
Forbidden Forest 2026: Arcadia Spider & Lineup Revealed
Forbidden Forest announces its epic 10th anniversary lineup for 2026, featuring the Arcadia Spider, Sub Focus, Michael Bibi and more. Tickets on sale November 19.
Martin Garrix cancels show after emergency surgery
World-renowned DJ Martin Garrix cancels Festival International Del Globo performance after emergency appendectomy. The 29-year-old shares hospital update and promises quick return.
Free London Weekend Events: November 14-16
Discover the best free activities in London this weekend, from a secret subway tour to a major jazz festival. Save money while enjoying the capital's culture.
The Problem with Celebrity Book Clubs
As Sarah Jessica Parker joins Booker Prize judging, we examine whether celebrity book clubs genuinely promote reading or simply offer style over substance.
2026 UK & European Festival Line-Ups Revealed
Plan your 2026 summer with the best UK and European music festivals. From Glastonbury's break to exclusive Lily Allen shows and world-class headliners across Europe.
GALA Festival Plans Two Weekends for 2026
London's beloved GALA festival in Peckham Rye could double in size with plans for two weekends in May 2026, featuring new Afrobeats and Arab music events alongside its classic electronic lineup.
CMAT headlines LIDO Festival London 2026
Irish singer CMAT headlines LIDO Festival in Victoria Park on June 12, 2026. Get ticket prices, presale details and the full artist lineup curated by CMAT.
Gallix's Loren Ipsum: A Murderous Literary Satire
Andrew Gallix's debut novel Loren Ipsum delivers a chronically funny satire of contemporary literary culture, blending word games and grisly murders in Paris. Discover this cult classic.
Blood Orange headlines RALLY London fest 2026
Dev Hynes' Blood Orange will headline and curate RALLY Festival in Southwark Park on 29 August 2026. Tickets from £42.50 go on sale 14 November.
Durham's Lumiere Festival ends after 15 years
Durham's acclaimed Lumiere light festival closes after 15 years, taking £43m economic impact with it. As arts funding faces 32% cuts, we examine why cultural investment matters more than ever.
Deftones headline All Points East 2026 in London
Deftones will headline All Points East 2026 in London's Victoria Park. Get the essential info on dates, presale, ticket prices, and the full lineup featuring Idles.
Hippo's debut swim in illuminated Ganges captivates
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus makes its inaugural swim in India's sacred Ganges River, illuminated by traditional lights during vibrant festival celebrations.
Download Festival 2026: Shock Headliner Predictions
Exclusive early rumours suggest Download Festival 2026 could feature the most unexpected lineup in its history, with legendary acts and surprise reunions set to dominate Donington Park.
Thailand's sky alight with Loy Krathong & Yi Peng magic
Witness the mesmerising spectacle of Thailand's Loy Krathong and Yi Peng festivals through stunning photography, as thousands of lanterns illuminate the night sky in a celebration of light and hope.
CD Rose wins 2025 Goldsmiths Prize for experimental novel
In a stunning literary upset, CD Rose's experimental novel 'The Blind Accordionist' has claimed the 2025 Goldsmiths Prize, celebrating innovation in British fiction and challenging conventional storytelling.
Gig-Tripping: The New Music Travel Trend
Discover how music enthusiasts are transforming their travel habits by combining international adventures with must-see festival performances across the globe.
Hollinghurst wins David Cohen Lifetime Award
Celebrated British novelist Alan Hollinghurst receives the distinguished David Cohen Prize for Literature, recognising his exceptional lifetime contribution to writing.
Sara Pascoe wins Jilly Cooper Comedy Award for 'Weirdo'
Comedian and author Sara Pascoe wins the 2025 Jilly Cooper Comedy Women in Print Prize for her novel 'Weirdo', celebrating female comedic talent in literature.
Labyrinth on the Thames Festival to Double in Size
London's riverside music extravaganza Labyrinth on the Thames announces major expansion plans that could see the festival almost double its capacity by 2026, bringing more world-class acts to the capital's iconic waterfront.
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