Beyoncé Achieves Billionaire Status, Forbes Confirms
Beyoncé has officially become a billionaire, joining an elite group of musicians. Her record-breaking Renaissance Tour and Grammy-winning 'Cowboy Carter' fueled her rise. Read the full story.
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Beyoncé Achieves Billionaire Status in Music Milestone
Beyoncé has officially become a billionaire, joining an elite group of musicians. Discover how her 'Cowboy Carter' tour and business acumen propelled her to this historic financial milestone.
Frieda Hughes Visits Sylvia Plath's Grave at Christmas
Frieda Hughes shares a poignant poem and tends her mother Sylvia Plath's grave in Heptonstall with Christmas hellebores. Read the moving account of her annual pilgrimage.
Teacher and poet Patricia Robson dies aged 83
Patricia Robson, a dedicated teacher, published poet, and passionate Remainer, has died at 83. Her innovative drama work and poetry left a lasting legacy in Kent and Sussex education.
Widower's poems to late wife move BBC Breakfast
Raymond Horsley, 94, shared his book of poems for his late wife of 58 years on BBC Breakfast, revealing how charity Age UK 'changed his life' after her death.
How Florence's Foundling Hospital Shaped Renaissance Art
A new book explores the Hospital of the Innocents in Florence, revealing how the care of abandoned children spurred Renaissance art and modern ideas of childhood.
The Enduring Charm of Goldfinches in UK Gardens and Art
From Renaissance masterpieces to a £380m bird food industry, the goldfinch's magical allure persists. Discover how a Derbyshire garden and centuries of folklore reveal our deep connection to this red-faced bird.
Somalia's poets keep hope alive for storytelling and peace
In war-torn Somalia, poets preserve a vital cultural heritage. Amid bombings, they gather in Mogadishu's National Theatre, using verse to champion peace and unity. Discover their enduring struggle.
Thomas Love Peacock's Poem of the Week Rediscovered
Explore Thomas Love Peacock's 'Rich or Poor or Saint and Sinner', the Guardian's Poem of the Week for 1st December 2025. Discover this Victorian gem's timeless social commentary.
Poetry Breaks AI Safety: 62% of Models Yield
New research reveals AI's safety features can be bypassed using poetry, with models providing harmful content 62% of the time. Discover the vulnerability and its implications.
Frieda Hughes Reflects on Art and Poetry Process
Poet and painter Frieda Hughes shares her creative journey between exhibitions and writing. Discover how she transforms life events into art. Read her powerful reflection now.
RFK Jr's Erotic Poetry to Journalist Revealed
Ryan Lizza exposes RFK Jr's explicit poems to Olivia Nuzzi during their alleged affair. Read the full story of this political scandal and its fallout.
Garage-find Renaissance painting sells for £685k
A lost Renaissance painting of the Madonna and Child, discovered in an Oxfordshire garage, has sold for a record £685,000. Discover the story behind this art world sensation.
Miles Burrows' Poem Confronts Ageing Attitudes
Explore Miles Burrows' powerful new poem 'Missing You' from his collection Slow Puncture, which satirises Western society's harsh treatment of the elderly through lunar metaphor. Discover this unique poetic voice.
Rare William Blake 'The Tyger' to fetch £120k
A rare first-issue print of William Blake's iconic poem 'The Tyger' is set for auction, estimated at £120,000. Discover this unique piece of literary history.
Thomas Campion's Winter Poem: A 400-Year-Old Masterpiece
Discover Thomas Campion's exquisite winter poem 'Now Winter Nights Enlarge' and its musical setting. Explore how this Renaissance poet finds warmth in cold seasons through perfect harmony.
Prunella Scales: A Tribute to Her Poetry and Friendship
Remembering Prunella Scales, the beloved actress and gifted poetry reader. Discover her touching friendship with John Betjeman and her celebrated BBC television work.
Joan Baez's Thanksgiving Poem Critiques Trump
Folk music legend Joan Baez shares powerful poetic critique of former President Trump, blending political commentary with artistic expression in her latest creative work.
Must-Read Poetry Collections Transforming Contemporary Verse
Discover the most compelling new poetry releases that are reshaping Britain's literary landscape, from debut sensations to established masters.
Frieda Hughes' Poetic Take on Death and Technology
Renowned poet Frieda Hughes, daughter of Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes, explores the stark reality of death through the metaphor of a failing printer in her latest powerful work.
Blue Ivy shines at Beyoncé's London film premiere
Beyoncé's daughter Blue Ivy Carter made headlines at the London premiere of 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé', showcasing her remarkable confidence and style alongside her superstar mother.
Forward Prize Makes History with First Joint Poetry Winners
In an unprecedented move, the prestigious Forward Prize for Poetry crowns two champions as Vidyan Ravinthiran and Karen Solie share the 2025 honour, marking a groundbreaking moment in literary awards history.
Louvre relocates Mona Lisa for Crown Jewels display
Paris's legendary Louvre Museum embarks on its most ambitious transformation since I.M. Pei's pyramid, relocating iconic masterpieces including the Mona Lisa to showcase France's magnificent Crown Jewels in a spectacular new Renaissance gallery setting.
Joan Baez writes scathing poem about Donald Trump
Folk music legend Joan Baez has published a powerful new poem targeting Donald Trump, using vivid biological imagery to condemn the former president in her latest artistic protest.
David Duchovny on poetry, podcasts and post-X-Files life
The X-Files legend discusses his surprising pivot to poetry, new Amazon Prime thriller 'Malice', and why he's embracing creative freedom in his latest projects.
Lost Iris Murdoch Poems Discovered in New Collection
A remarkable collection of previously unpublished poems by Iris Murdoch offers fresh insight into the Nobel Prize-winning novelist's creative evolution and private world.
Louvre Heist: €100,000 Art Theft Exposes Museum Security
Exclusive investigation reveals how thieves bypassed world-class security to steal priceless Renaissance treasures from the Louvre in a meticulously planned overnight operation.
Louvre returns Napoleon's looted artworks to Italy
The Louvre makes historic restitution of Renaissance artworks plundered by Napoleon's troops from Italian churches, closing a controversial chapter in European art history.
Coreen Simpson's unseen photography celebrates Black America
Discover the groundbreaking photography book showcasing Coreen Simpson's intimate portraits of Black cultural icons and everyday elegance from New York's vibrant streets.
Louvre Security Breach: Near-Miss Art Heist Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals catastrophic security lapses at the world's most famous museum as thieves nearly made off with priceless Renaissance treasures in daring midnight raid.
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