Football fans boost UK arts attendance by 20%
A new scheme linking football clubs with cultural venues sees a 20% surge in arts attendance among fans. Discover how the beautiful game is enriching local culture.
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Table Tennis Revival: A Solitary Christmas Story
A journalist's lonely Christmas leads to a rediscovery of table tennis, a sport seeing a 22% surge among UK women. A story of reconnection and 'aerobic chess'.
Sweden to compete in Eurovision 2026 despite boycott
Sweden's SVT will participate in Eurovision 2026, rejecting a boycott over Israel's inclusion. Ireland, Netherlands, Spain, and Slovenia withdraw. Read the full story on the contest's political rift.
UK launches new 'Living Heritage' register
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions for a new national 'living heritage' inventory, aiming to safeguard cultural practices for future generations.
Cavaliers hit with $250k NBA fine for resting star
The Cleveland Cavaliers have been fined $250,000 by the NBA for breaching player participation rules after resting Darius Garland. It's their second such fine this season. Read the full details.
UK Launches 'Living Heritage' Register for Traditions
Communities across the UK are urged to nominate cherished traditions, from cheese-rolling to steel-drumming, for a new national register aimed at safeguarding intangible cultural heritage for future generations.
BBC supports Israel Eurovision entry as boycotts grow
The BBC has endorsed the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete in Eurovision 2026, while Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia announce a boycott. Read the full story on the deepening cultural divide.
Australian Golf Boom: 4 Million New Players in 12 Months
Carrie Bickmore suggests men are taking up golf to escape family life, as new data reveals a staggering four million new Australian players in a year. Discover the reasons behind the sport's evolution.
COP30: Indigenous voices seek real climate action
At COP30 climate talks in Brazil, Indigenous participants reflect on symbolic presence versus genuine influence. Discover their mixed reactions to representation and policy outcomes.
UK imposes export bar on £280k Hindu paintings
A rare 200-year-old set of 56 Hindu paintings, valued at £280,000, has been barred from leaving the UK. The government aims to keep the 'Devi Mahatmya' series for national study and display. Help save this cultural treasure for the nation.
Mamdani's Democracy Lessons for Australia
As Australia faces political crossroads, Ugandan academic Mahmood Mamdani's groundbreaking ideas about decolonising democracy offer transformative lessons for rebuilding trust in governance.
UK worklessness crisis to cost employers £6bn yearly
A shocking new report reveals British businesses must invest £6 billion yearly to tackle the growing worklessness epidemic, with mental health support and flexible working at the forefront of the solution.
Voting linked to longer life, study finds
New research shows participating in elections significantly reduces mortality risk, with non-voters facing 19% higher chance of premature death regardless of political affiliation.
Body image fears sidelining girls from sport
New research reveals worrying trends as body image anxieties and clothing concerns create significant barriers preventing teenage girls from participating in sports and physical activity.
Deadly fire destroys Rio museum in cultural catastrophe
A devastating overnight fire has destroyed Rio de Janeiro's Cultural Centre Mental Health museum, claiming multiple lives and incinerating priceless historical collections in Brazil's latest cultural tragedy.
London records smashed as 28,000 runners hit streets
Historic day for London running as both men's and women's course records tumble during massive participation event with perfect racing conditions
Israel accused of systematic book theft from Gaza libraries
An explosive Guardian investigation reveals how Israeli forces systematically looted thousands of Palestinian books and manuscripts from Gaza, raising urgent questions about cultural destruction in conflict zones.
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation
Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.
Inside No. 9 stage show nightmare revealed
What happens when a dream cameo in the cult BBC show's live production turns into a theatrical nightmare? One participant reveals the shocking truth behind the scenes.
Gen Z Rejects Marathon Culture: The New Fitness Revolution
Discover why Britain's youngest adult generation is rejecting marathon culture in favour of balanced fitness, mental wellbeing and diverse sporting interests.
American in Britain: 4 Cultural Shocks Revealed
An American expat shares four unexpected cultural differences between US and UK life, from healthcare surprises to social etiquette quirks that every visitor should know.
Top UK Universities Investigated for 'Social Engineering'
Durham University leads a controversial study backed by Cambridge and Oxford, aiming to diversify student intakes through 'contextual data', sparking debate on meritocracy in higher education.
UK Girls' Sports Imagery Lacks Diversity, Report Finds
A landmark study reveals that media portrayals of girls in sport are overwhelmingly white, middle-class, and focused on a narrow range of activities, creating a significant barrier to participation for many young women across the UK.
Cambridge Shakes Up Admissions: Apply After A-Level Results
The University of Cambridge is launching a major post-qualification admissions scheme, inviting students to apply based on actual A-Level results rather than predicted grades, aiming to level the playing field.
Sydney Marathon 2025: Record-Breaking Numbers Revealed
The Sydney Marathon 2025 is set to make history with unprecedented participation numbers, elite athlete lineups, and massive economic impact. Discover the staggering figures behind Australia's most iconic running event.
New PE Kits Boost Teenage Girls' Confidence in Sports
A groundbreaking study reveals how redesigned, comfortable PE kits are dramatically increasing sports participation and body confidence among teenage girls across UK schools.
Australia's Economic Blind Spot: Women Key to Growth
Exclusive insights from Australia's Economic Reform Roundtable reveal how sidelining women's economic participation is costing the nation billions. Discover the urgent call for a gender-inclusive productivity revolution.
Girls' Rugby Boom Stifled by Lack of Teams
A new report reveals soaring interest in women's rugby among teenage girls, but a critical shortage of school and club teams is preventing a generation from taking up the sport. Discover the barriers and the call to action.
Matchmaker's shocking US verdict after 15 years in Britain
Renowned relationship expert and TV personality Paul C Brunson returns to the US after 15 years in Britain, delivering a brutally honest and surprising assessment of modern American society, culture, and values that will leave you questioning everything.
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