English Talent Triumphs at Historic Hastings Chess Congress
IM Alex Golding shares first place at the historic Hastings Chess Congress. Discover the event's rich tradition, its current financial struggles, and the rising stars of UK chess.
Category : Culture
Corrie shock as predator Megan discovers pregnancy
Coronation Street's grooming storyline takes a devastating turn as abuser Megan Walsh discovers she's pregnant, with teenager Will Driscoll potentially the father. Full spoilers.
Emmerdale: Arrest Made in People Trafficking Plot
A beloved Emmerdale resident is arrested as police uncover Celia Daniels's people trafficking ring. Can Moira Dingle prove her innocence? Full story and spoilers.
Corrie's Roy Cropper in new 'murky' Bernie Winter plot
Coronation Street boss Kate Brooks reveals a major 2026 storyline for Bernie Winter, exploring buried grief, with Roy Cropper embroiled. A test for Bernie and Dev's marriage.
Beauty Pie's Hyaluronic Range Wins Fans with Value
Beauty Pie's Triple Hyaluronic Acid skincare line delivers effective hydration and visible results without the luxury price tag. Discover the cult-favourite creams and serums.
Pantone's 2026 Colour Sparks Race and Design Debate
Pantone names 'Cloud Dancer' its 2026 Colour of the Year. This off-white shade ignites controversy over racial politics, design trends, and the 'zeitgeist'. Experts weigh in on the implications.
Katie Bray shines in new Kurt Weill album review
Mezzo-soprano Katie Bray delivers an outstanding performance on 'In Search of Youkali', a new album exploring Kurt Weill's songs. Discover the haunting journey.
Belgrave Road: A Tender Tale of Love Beyond Borders
Manish Chauhan's poignant debut novel, 'Belgrave Road', offers a powerful portrait of immigrant life and forbidden love in Leicester. Discover this story of hope and destiny.
Best Streams: Agatha Christie's Seven Dials & Hijack S2
Your weekly streaming guide is here! Dive into a sparkling new Agatha Christie adaptation and the explosive return of Idris Elba in Hijack. Discover all seven top picks.
Mystery Road: Origin Season 2 Premieres on BBC Two
The acclaimed Australian drama Mystery Road: Origin returns for a second series on BBC Two tonight at 9pm. Plus, your guide to the evening's TV highlights, including The Big Fat Quiz of Telly and The Graham Norton Show.
A Thousand Blows Season 2 Hits Disney+ With Darker Twist
Disney+ releases all six episodes of A Thousand Blows season 2. Our review explores the darker turn for Stephen Graham's Sugar and the fate of Hezekiah and Mary.
Hamnet Review: Jessie Buckley Bound for Oscar Glory
Chloé Zhao's 'Hamnet', starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, reimagines Shakespeare's domestic tragedy. A visceral, moving film in UK cinemas now.
Vegan Baked Apples with Lemon & Tahini Recipe
Discover Helen Goh's recipe for baked apples with lemon and tahini. A light, vegan pudding perfect for using up leftover dried fruit. Prep in 5 mins, cook in 1hr 15min.
London arts sector must learn corporate speak to save itself
London's creative industry faces a funding crisis. To survive, it must prove its economic value with data and forge cross-sector partnerships, moving beyond cultural silos.
Emmylou Harris: The farewell European tour and a legendary life
Ahead of her final European tour, country music icon Emmylou Harris, 78, reflects on her six-decade career, the profound influence of Gram Parsons, and why she has no plans to stop singing. Read the exclusive interview.
Meet Britain's Best Gravedigger, Jonny Yaxley
Jonny Yaxley, named Britain's best gravedigger, shares his unique perspective on life, death, and the profound responsibility of his 20-year career. Discover why he finds peace in a cemetery.
Man charged with stealing over 100 human skulls
A 34-year-old man faces hundreds of charges after police discovered a macabre collection of human remains, including skulls and mummified body parts, stolen from a historic cemetery. Read the full investigation details.
Authors boycott Adelaide festival over Palestinian speaker cancellation
Dozens of prominent writers, including Miles Franklin winner Michelle de Kretser, have withdrawn from Adelaide Writers' Week in protest after the festival cancelled Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah's appearance. The board cited 'cultural s
Carrie Coon triumphs in Tracy Letts' Bug play revival
Carrie Coon delivers a powerhouse performance in the London revival of Tracy Letts' 'Bug'. Read our full review of this intense, paranoid thriller.
GTA 6 Delay Fears & Gaming Community Hopes
The latest Games Inbox debates potential GTA 6 delays to 2027, the fate of Fable, and the forgotten gem Final Fantasy 8. Join the discussion by emailing gamecentral@metro.co.uk.
2026's Top Tabletop Games: Cyberpunk TCG to Pokémon
Discover the biggest tabletop and trading card game releases of 2026, from the Cyberpunk 2077 TCG and Pokémon's 30th-anniversary sets to Magic: The Gathering's TMNT crossover. Get release dates and details.
Tackle the Guardian's Hard Sudoku 7168
Ready for a brain workout? Dive into the intricate logic of The Guardian's Hard Sudoku puzzle 7168. Test your skills and see if you can conquer this classic number challenge.
People We Meet on Vacation: A Dull Netflix Romcom
Netflix's adaptation of Emily Henry's hit novel 'People We Meet on Vacation' arrives with gloss but no heart. Our review of the Tom Blyth and Emily Bader film.
Becoming Victoria Wood: Intimate Portrait of a Comedy Icon
A new documentary, 'Becoming Victoria Wood', offers a deeply personal and funny look at the trailblazing comedian's life and legacy. Discover the woman behind the laughter.
The Traitors: Theory Suggests Every Player Is Connected
A major fan theory on BBC's The Traitors suggests every contestant is linked. We break down the confirmed connections and wildest speculations. Join the conversation.
Ex-BBC Boss Warns of 'Very Risky' Huw Edwards Drama
A former BBC executive cautions Channel 5 over its upcoming Martin Clunes drama about Huw Edwards, predicting it will 'rapidly run into legal problems'. Read the full warning.
Emmerdale: Ray's Body Found, Jai Suspected
Shock in Emmerdale as Jai, Caleb and Billy discover Ray Walters' body. Police focus on Jai, but who is the real killer? Spoilers inside.
Detectorist jailed for eBay Roman artefact fraud
A metal detectorist who faked major Roman finds, including a brooch bought on eBay, has been sentenced. Discover how his deception unravelled and the risk to heritage.
The Traitors Fans Hail 'Best Episode Ever' After Carnage
The Traitors UK delivered an unforgettable episode with a murder, banishment, and explosive fight, leaving fans in awe. Read the full breakdown of the castle carnage.
Corrie's Carla and Lisa Wedding Confirmed for Spring 2026
Coronation Street boss Kate Brooks promises a romantic spring wedding for Carla Connor and DS Lisa Swain, confirming their 'happy ever after' after the Becky Swain ordeal. Get all the latest Swarla spoilers.
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