A suspected contract killer who shot an eight-year-old girl and her father while disguised as a food delivery rider has been sentenced to 38 years in prison at the Old Bailey. Read the full story.
The explosive popularity of the gay hockey TV drama Heated Rivalry reveals women's desire for romance without misogyny. Explore the cultural phenomenon.
Grammy-winning music executive LA Reid settles sexual assault lawsuit with former employee Drew Dixon, who accused him of derailing her career. Details of the settlement remain confidential.
The HBO Max series 'Heated Rivalry' has caused a major shortage of its source novels in Australia, with booksellers comparing demand to 'Bridgerton'. Discover the details of the publishing rush.
A UK journalist compares Rachel Reid's 'Heated Rivalry' book to its TV adaptation, revealing why the novel offers deeper character insight and a richer story. Discover the key differences and where to stream.
Discover the must-see US art exhibitions for 2026, featuring major retrospectives of Roy Lichtenstein, Henri Matisse's 'Jazz', and a rare Raphael showcase. Plan your cultural year.
A superb new reissue, 'Blue Abstraction,' uncovers the radical prepared piano experiments of late jazz pianist Jessica Williams, showcasing her decades-long sonic rebellion.
Saxophonist Iain Ballamy returns with 'Riversphere Vol 1', an exquisite album blending genres and generations. Discover the review and more new UK jazz releases.
The Cookers jazz septet cancels performance at the renamed Washington DC arts centre, joining a growing artist boycott over the controversial Trump name addition. Read the latest.
Kennedy Center president Richard Grenell seeks $1m in damages from drummer Chuck Redd, who cancelled a Christmas Eve show after the venue was renamed for Donald Trump. Explore the legal and cultural clash.
Discover the definitive list of the year's best folk music, featuring raw Scots ballads, Norwegian soundscapes, and genre-defying global fusions. Explore the artists shaping 2025's acoustic landscape.
Betty Reid Soskin, who became a park ranger at 85 and retired at 100, has died aged 104. She championed stories of women of colour from WWII. Read her inspiring story.
Guardian readers offer unique advice for winter, from poetic solace to practical Raynaud's aids, and share fascinating historical discoveries about beavers in Berkshire.
Remembering Faith Evans, the highly qualified secretary whose timely phone call launched a career in publishing and a lifelong friendship. Discover her story in jazz and literature.
The X-rated Canadian drama 'Heated Rivalry', hailed the sexiest show of 2025, is finally set for a UK release. Get the latest on the forbidden hockey romance that has fans hooked.
Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg scores 42 points to set a new NBA record for an 18-year-old, surpassing LeBron James. Read the full story of his historic night in a Dallas Mavericks loss.
Jamiroquai returns to London's O2 Arena after six years. Get the essential door, start, and finish times for their 'Heels of Steel' tour shows on December 9 and 14.
Jamiroquai delivered a technically polished show at Glasgow's OVO Hydro, with Jay Kay in strong voice, but flashy production often smothered the songs' soul. Read our full review.
Discover six compelling Guardian stories including Free Birth Society investigation, changing Beatles perceptions, and Britain's disappearing living rooms. Perfect weekend reading.
Explore the world of free jazz with Thurston Moore's new guidebook. Discover essential albums and why this maligned genre is experiencing a modern renaissance.
Discover this week's top UK entertainment. Ariana Grande dazzles in Wicked: For Good, Stranger Things' final season begins, and major art exhibitions open. Plan your week now!
Discover the top 6 free activities in London this weekend, from festive markets and jazz festivals to lantern processions. Your guide to a magical, cost-free November 21-23.
LeBron James returns from injury to make NBA history in his 23rd season, recording a double-double as Lakers defeat Utah Jazz 140-126. The 40-year-old superstar shows he's still got it.
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.
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.
At 89, UK jazz pioneer Mike Westbrook uses AI to resurrect his lost epic The Cortège, reflecting on a genre-bending career from Proms controversy to circus collaborations.
New documentary explores JMW Turner's potential neurodivergence while readers debate historical perspectives on mental health, volunteer plants, and thriving jazz scenes.
Former Coronation Street star Todd Boyce reveals Stephen Reid's storyline was shortened due to audience demand. Discover why the producers changed their original plans.
Celebrating the extraordinary life and career of Jack DeJohnette, the visionary drummer and composer whose innovative style transformed modern jazz and inspired generations of musicians.
Grammy-winning North London artist Little Simz announced as headline act for Cross The Tracks 2024 festival in Brockwell Park, featuring jazz, soul, funk and electronic music.