Care Home's 'Lamb-Vegas' Christmas Party a Hit
Lambwood Heights care home in Chigwell swapped Santa for roulette and drag queens at its festive 'Lamb-Vegas' party, delighting over 70 residents with casino games and a swing band.
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German struggle with 'How are you?' explained
German journalist Carolin Würfel explores why a simple greeting causes national anxiety, linking it to history, language, and a fear of superficiality. Discover the cultural roots and the hope in younger generations.
Libya's National Museum Reopens After 14-Year Closure
The National Museum of Libya in Tripoli has reopened with a lavish ceremony after 14 years of civil war closure, aiming to foster unity and showcase the country's rich heritage. Discover the treasures inside and the challenges that remain.
Tilgate Park Christmas Market Doubles in Size
Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas event near London expands its festive market this year. Enjoy free entry, Santa visits, craft stalls & zoo access. Open select dates in December.
Frameless London's Christmas Elf Storytelling Sessions
Escape the Oxford Street crowds this Christmas. Frameless in Marble Arch hosts magical festive storytelling with Santa's elves, art-inspired tales & creative activities for families. Book now.
Jonathan Groff on overcoming his stammer through acting
Actor Jonathan Groff shares how performing on stage transformed his relationship with his stammer, offering an inspiring story of personal and professional triumph.
Sami Reindeer Herding Holiday in West Sweden
Discover an immersive cultural holiday with Sweden's Sami people, learning ancient reindeer herding skills. Book a unique Arctic adventure for 2025/26.
False 'Aryan' Pregnancy Tourism Rumour in Ladakh Villages
For decades, a bizarre rumour claimed European women visited remote Ladakhi villages seeking 'pure Aryan' babies. We uncover the imported myth's impact on the Brokpa people and their fight to reclaim their true identity.
Best Culture of the Year: Hidden Gems Not From 2025
Discover the standout films, books, and music from past years that captivated UK audiences in 2025. Our critics reveal their favourite hidden gems.
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.
EU's New Cultural Push for Moldova Integration
As Moldova begins EU accession talks, a shift from dry bureaucracy to cultural outreach—from influencer pie-making to pan-European TV—could be key to building genuine solidarity and identity.
UK Calls for UNESCO Heritage Submissions
The UK government is asking the public to nominate traditions like cheese rolling and Burns Night for UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. Submit your ideas by February.
Legal storm over 'sabzi' cookbook title sparks cultural debate
Food writer Yasmin Khan faced legal threats over her cookbook title 'Sabzi', a common word for vegetables across South Asia. Her case highlights wider issues of cultural appropriation and trademark overreach in the UK.
Free Christmas events in London this weekend
Discover six completely free things to do in London this first December weekend, from lantern parades to festive bike rides and Christmas markets. Enjoy the season without spending a penny.
200+ Cultural Figures Call for Marwan Barghouti's Release
Margaret Atwood, Ian McKellen and Richard Branson lead a global call to free imprisoned Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, echoing the campaign that freed Nelson Mandela.
1899 recording of lost Tasmanian language rediscovered
A rare 1899 wax cylinder recording of Palawa woman Fanny Cochrane Smith singing in a lost Tasmanian Aboriginal language has been preserved. Listen to this vital piece of cultural heritage.
25 Unusual Ways Brits Get Into the Christmas Spirit
Discover the quirky festive rituals of Guardian writers, from ice-skating at Hampton Court Palace to 'intermittent wrapping' and bizarre mermaid ornaments. Find your new Christmas tradition.
Australian choir sings in ancient Indigenous Gumbaynggirr
A community choir in Coffs Harbour performs 'Black Smoke' in the Gumbaynggirr language, a powerful act of cultural preservation. Discover how music is reviving Australia's First Nations heritage.
Iran sentences director Jafar Panahi to prison and travel ban
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.
First Aboriginal Bilingual School in NSW Thrives
Discover how the Gumbaynggirr Giingana Freedom School is revitalising language and culture, with student attendance soaring above the national average. Read the inspiring story of its community.
Arty Christmas Gift Guide: Unusual Presents for 2024
Discover the most unique and artful Christmas presents for 2024. Our guide features a Traitors cloak, Britpop Trumps, a Gilbert & George swear box, and more quirky gifts for the culture lover in your life.
New Guardian series explores Indigenous language revival
The Guardian's Indigenous affairs team launches 'Speaking to Country', a four-part multimedia series examining how Indigenous communities are revitalising endangered languages across Australia.
London's Magical Christmas Cinema with Real Snow
Discover Backyard Cinema's festive wonderland in London Bridge. Experience an enchanted forest, live performances, and real snow before classic Christmas films. Book your magical cinema trip now!
Gomeroi woman's journey to revive Indigenous language
Ella Archibald-Binge travels to her grandfather's country in NSW to explore how language, culture, and country intersect for Gomeroi people reclaiming their heritage.
Bringing Indigenous Australian Languages Back
Discover how Australian communities are fighting to revive Indigenous languages pushed to the brink after colonisation. Listen to the Full Story podcast to learn more.
Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink: A Festive Guide
Discover the enchanting outdoor ice rink at Hampton Court Palace for 2025. Experience ice skating with a Tudor palace backdrop, new ice sculptures, DJ sets, and festive food. Book your tickets now!
The Traitors Live Experience Opens in London
The hit BBC show comes to life in Covent Garden with immersive missions, mystery and deceit. Book tickets from £29.50 for this unique London night out.
West London Indian music centre 'under threat'
The Bhavan centre in West Kensington fears new 7-day parking restrictions will threaten its future after a last-ditch legal challenge fails. Discover the impact on London's cultural scene.
Japanese Singer Stopped Mid-Performance in Shanghai
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
Neck Injury Ignites Gullah Geechee Heritage Discussion
Georgia Harris's serious neck injury during a traditional dance performance raises crucial questions about cultural preservation and medical understanding of minority communities in Britain.
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