V&A Rising Voices: Stunning Art Squeezed into Three Rooms
Indigenous and First Nations artists shine in this V&A exhibition of contemporary art from Asia, Australia and the Pacific, but the cramped three-room display feels insufficient.
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Half-Birthday Hint in Lewis Carroll's Classic
A letter reveals Humpty Dumpty's 'unbirthday' talk hints that Through the Looking-Glass is a half-birthday novel, set on 4 November when Alice is seven and a half.
Butterfly Jam Review: Keoghan Can't Save Balagov's Misfire
Barry Keoghan stars as a Circassian chef in Kantemir Balagov's first English-language film, but this clunky, implausible drama at Cannes fails to soar.
Church choir sends fourth child to elite music school
St John the Divine, Kennington has built one of the UK's largest youth choral programmes in a deprived area, sending choristers to prestigious institutions.
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A Woman's Life Review: Midlife Crisis and Same-Sex Affair
Léa Drucker stars as a brilliant surgeon whose chaotic life is upended by a same-sex affair with a journalist in Charline Bourgeois-Tacquet's breezy comedy of midlife emotional upheaval.
#MeToo Novel Wins £50,000 Libraro Prize
Donna Fisher wins the first Libraro prize for her unpublished novel 'Sheep's Clothing', a #MeToo-themed story about a singer and a bestselling author accused of sexual assault.
Forgiveness of a Monster Review: Ambitious Psychodrama
Connor Allen's autobiographical play blends gothic thriller, family psychodrama, and standup comedy in an ambitious but incoherent mix at Sherman Theatre, Cardiff.
Sudoku 7311 Hard Puzzle Challenge
Solve the Sudoku 7311 hard puzzle from The Guardian. Expert-level challenge with logical deduction required. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts seeking a mental workout.
Ingrid Horrocks Wins Ockham Book Awards Top Prize
Ingrid Horrocks wins NZ$65,000 Jann Medlicott Acorn prize for her debut short story collection All Her Lives at the 2026 Ockham New Zealand book awards.
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India's Gen Z Cash In on Secondhand Fashion Trend
Faced with rising costs and job shortages, young Indians turn thrift reselling into a full-time income, leveraging Instagram and street markets.
Olivia Colman on Jimpa: Family, Queerness, and Regret
Olivia Colman discusses her role in Jimpa, a film about intergenerational queerness, her own father, and the importance of loving kindness in family dynamics.
Hantavirus, UFO Files, and Art Slowing Ageing
This week's science stories: hantavirus update, Pentagon releases secret UFO documents, and a study linking cultural activities to slower biological ageing.
Walking Britain's Oldest Paths: A Journey Through History
Explore ancient footpaths like the Sweet Track, Ridgeway, and holloways, where history comes alive underfoot. Discover Britain's oldest routes.
Thursday News Quiz: Station to Station and Locomotive
Test your knowledge with 15 questions on topical news, pop culture, and general knowledge. Beware rogue question marks among the petals of knowledge.
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Turner's Famous Portrait Not a Self-Portrait, Expert Says
Dr James Hamilton argues that the iconic portrait of JMW Turner, used on the £20 note, is likely by John Opie, not Turner. The Tate is urged to reattribute the work.
Spring Orzo with Peas, Broad Beans, Asparagus and Lemon
A deliciously rustic risotto-style pasta using seasonal spring veg, finished with butter, parmesan and lemon zest. Perfect for spring dining.
The Hardacres Returns: Yorkshire Drama Season 2
Channel 5's period drama The Hardacres returns for season two, plus a lost Morecambe and Wise episode and more TV highlights.
Naked Jetskiers and a Seagull Star: Venice Biennale's Wildest
From naked jetskiers to a celebrity seagull, the 61st Venice Biennale delivers unforgettable moments. David Levene captures the art, protests, and chaos.
LifeHack Review: Old-School Heist Updated for Meme Age
Ronan Corrigan's debut feature 'LifeHack' updates the classic heist thriller with a screenlife aesthetic, following gamers who rob a crypto billionaire.
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Weimar by Katja Hoyer Review: The Town That Changed Germany
A review of Katja Hoyer's 'Weimar', exploring how the small German city birthed both liberal democracy and Nazism, and its lessons for today.
Jinkx Monsoon on Judy Garland and Trans Roles
Drag Race winner Jinkx Monsoon discusses her role as Judy Garland in 'End of the Rainbow', family trauma, and why audiences embrace trans performers in non-trans roles.
Shakira, Madonna, BTS to Headline World Cup Final Half-Time Show
Shakira, Madonna, and BTS will perform at the first-ever World Cup final half-time show on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin.
Nemesis Review: Netflix Cop Drama with Wire Stars
Netflix's Nemesis, from Power creator Courtney A Kemp, starts cliched but becomes a thrilling battle of wits with stars from The Wire. A must-watch.
VAR Controversy: Why Football Embraces Technology Despite Fan Backlash
Despite 76% of fans wanting VAR scrapped, the Premier League and World Cup expand its use. A deep dive into the commercial and systemic reasons behind the tech's persistence.
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Roman Mars New BBC History Podcast on US
Roman Mars, host of 99% Invisible, is launching a new history podcast for the BBC exploring untold stories of the United States, blending narrative and sound design.
Should My Partner Stop Leaving Windows Open?
Mark is frustrated that Lucinda leaves doors and windows open, letting in mosquitoes. You decide who is right in this dispute.
Intimacy Coordinator Transformed My Film's Sex Scenes
Film-maker Anubha Momin shares how working with an intimacy coordinator made her film better, highlighting the role's recognition at Cannes and its impact on French cinema.
Four Tequilas and Mezcals to Try Now
Discover four vibrant agave spirits including Tequilas, Mezcals, and Raicilla, from floral to smoky, available at The Whisky Exchange.
Kev's Return Blamed for Emmerdale Fires
Kev Townsend's return to Emmerdale is suspected as a series of fires plague the Sugden farm, but Robert and Aaron question if the real arsonist is closer to home.
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Blinded by Love: Long-Distance Dating Red Flags
A man shares his painful experience of long-distance dating, realizing he ignored red flags and conflated attention with love after a disastrous trip to LA.
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