Writers withdraw from Hay festival over María Corina Machado invite
At least three writers pull out of Hay festival Cartagena in protest at Nobel laureate María Corina Machado's support for US intervention in Venezuela. Discover the controversy.
At least three writers pull out of Hay festival Cartagena in protest at Nobel laureate María Corina Machado's support for US intervention in Venezuela. Discover the controversy.
The Starmus festival, co-founded by Brian May, announces a new award honouring the late Jane Goodall. The medal will recognise global efforts to improve the planet, with the first winners revealed in October 2025.
Tom Hanks & Meg Ryan's classic rom-com 'Sleepless in Seattle' gets its first live concert performance at London's Royal Festival Hall on Valentine's Day 2026. Book tickets now.
Guardian readers propose a 10-day working week, critique US actions in Venezuela, and share witty life stages in this week's eclectic letters section. Read the full debate.
From 1-metre extreme mullets to toddler categories, Mulletfest 2025 in Kurri Kurri, NSW, celebrated the iconic hairstyle with bogan games, tyre lifting, and family fun. See the winners.
British theatre mourns the loss of Sir Tom Stoppard, the legendary playwright. Explore his life, iconic works like 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead', and his enduring legacy.
Legendary actor Michael Caine, 92, appears to retire for a fourth time while accepting a lifetime achievement award at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.
Plan your 2026 celebration with our guide to the London New Year's Day Parade. Discover the start time, route from Green Park to Westminster, and ticket info for the free January 1st event.
The family of Adriana Smith, kept on life support due to Georgia's heartbeat law, share a heartbreaking update as her son, born prematurely, is still too ill to come home for the holidays.
The 9th Aldgate in Winter Festival is back on 4th & 5th December with a lantern parade, community feast, live music, and festive workshops. Join the free celebration in Aldgate Square.
A major new art exhibition celebrating the Grateful Dead opens in California, featuring rare artefacts, fan art, and a unique 'listening room'. Explore the legacy.
The Central London Alliance's 2025 Sports Festival concluded a five-month run, engaging over 30,000 people and revitalising central London's public spaces. Discover how sport drove economic recovery.
Jailed Iranian director Jafar Panahi premieres a darkly comic critique of state violence and bribery at Cannes. His film 'It Was Just an Accident' hits UK cinemas 5 December.
Olive Martin, 54, was mistakenly taken to a mortuary after a seizure. An inquest hears she showed 'signs of life' there before later dying. Read the full investigation.
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.
Rockstar Games faces backlash as its promised free next-gen upgrade for Red Dead Redemption fails for Xbox players, contradicting its own announcement and causing widespread confusion.
Campaigners urge the government to allow schools to trial a four-day week to address the teacher recruitment crisis. Share your views as a parent or teacher in England.
A two-year-old boy was discovered covered in blood, trying to wake his parents after they were shot dead by their neighbour in Georgia. The killer, Matthew Scott Lanz, was given multiple life sentences. Read the full, harrowing details.
Acclaimed Iranian film-maker Jafar Panahi, 65, receives a one-year prison sentence and two-year travel ban for 'propaganda activities'. His lawyer confirms an appeal will be filed. Read the latest.
Actor Josh Brolin shares insights from his past friendship with Donald Trump, calling him a marketing genius and reflecting on his transformation. Read the full interview.
The Philharmonia Orchestra, under Santtu-Matias Rouvali, premiered Fazıl Say's 'Mother Earth' at London's Royal Festival Hall. Read our review of this powerful climate-themed concerto.
Oscar-nominated actor Josh Brolin opens up about his past friendship with Donald Trump, calling him a marketing 'genius' but admitting their values have diverged. Read the full interview.
Reading and Leeds Festival unveils its first wave of 2026 headliners, marking the first time in 25 years all top acts are British or Irish. Leeds Main Stage also expands to Thursday.
Capcom is reportedly developing a new Dead Rising game starring Frank West, ignoring all sequels after the original. The game will reintroduce the iconic time limit mechanic.
The King and Queen pay tribute to playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, who has died aged 88. Read the heartfelt statement from Buckingham Palace and tributes from the arts world.
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
The UK mourns Sir Tom Stoppard, the Oscar-winning playwright of Shakespeare In Love, who has died at 88. Remember his iconic works and legacy.
Legendary playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, Oscar winner for Shakespeare In Love, has died peacefully at home aged 88. Remembering his remarkable career spanning six decades.
Acclaimed playwright Sir Tom Stoppard, Oscar-winner for Shakespeare In Love, has died peacefully at home aged 88. Remembering his legendary career and profound impact on British theatre.
Explore the remarkable 60-year career of Sir Tom Stoppard through a curated selection of his finest plays, films, and radio dramas. Discover the genius behind the wit.