Young Tennyson's Wild Cambridge Years Revealed
Richard Holmes's 'The Boundless Deep' uncovers Alfred Tennyson's rebellious student days at Cambridge, revealing the passionate poet behind the Victorian icon.
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Gaza Poet: 'My Poems Are Part of My Flesh'
Exclusive interview with Palestinian poet Batool Abu Akleen reveals how she continues to write amidst the devastation of Gaza, transforming trauma into powerful verse that bears witness to her people's struggle.
Brian Patten: Liverpool Poet Remembered in Tributes
Friends and fellow poets share heartfelt memories of Brian Patten, the celebrated Liverpool poet whose work captured hearts across generations and defined an era of British poetry.
Tony Harrison's poetry gives working-class lass confidence
Discover the inspiring story of how poet Tony Harrison's powerful words transformed one woman's life, giving her the confidence to embrace her working-class roots and find her literary voice.
Recent Poetry Collections: Essential Reading Guide
Discover the most compelling poetry collections of the season, from haunting debut works to powerful established voices reshaping contemporary verse.
Frieda Hughes Pens Alternative Christmas Poem
Daughter of Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes shares powerful Christmas reflection on loss, solitude and finding light in darkness through exclusive seasonal poetry.
Taylor Swift's 'Life of a Showgirl': Secret Meaning Revealed
Taylor Swift's cryptic performance poem 'Life of a Showgirl' reveals profound insights about her relationship with fame and fans during The Eras Tour finale in Liverpool.
Brian Patten: Liverpool Poet & Merseybeat Legend Dies
Tributes pour in for Brian Patten, the celebrated Liverpool poet and co-founder of the 1960s literary movement whose work captured hearts across generations.
Hopkins & Branagh collaborate on emotional audiobook
Hollywood knights Sir Anthony Hopkins and Sir Kenneth Branagh collaborate on an emotional audiobook project, blending Hopkins' poetry with Branagh's narration in a unique creative partnership.
Liverpool poet Brian Patten dies aged 79
The literary world mourns Brian Patten, celebrated Liverpool poet and co-founder of the 1960s poetry movement, who passed away peacefully at 79, leaving behind a profound legacy in British literature.
Duffy's Scathing 'Bombsite' Poem on Trump's UK Visit
Former Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy has penned a powerful new poem, 'Bombsite', using the imagery of a child in rubble to deliver a blistering critique of Donald Trump's controversial state visit to the UK.
Poet Tours UK Council Estates to Challenge Stereotypes
Discover how poet Karl Knights is challenging perceptions and amplifying the voices of council estate residents through a powerful nationwide poetry tour, funded by the Arts Council.
Scottish poet Len Pennie: How poetry saved me from abuse
Exclusive: Scots language poet Len Pennie reveals how writing helped her survive domestic violence and reclaim her voice. Her powerful new work transforms pain into art.
Frieda Hughes: Art & Poetry on Envelopes
An exclusive look at Frieda Hughes's captivating new exhibition, where poetry meets painting. Discover how she transformed 52 used envelopes into a profound visual and literary journey, confronting grief and the echoes of her famous family's history.
Brian Lewis, publisher who championed Dylan Thomas, dies at 96
The remarkable story of Brian Lewis, the visionary publisher who championed Dylan Thomas and shaped 20th-century literature from a tiny Welsh bookshop.
New Car-Free Wordsworth Walking Trail in Lake District
Explore the Lake District's stunning landscapes on a new 46-mile walking trail from Windermere to Grasmere, retracing Wordsworth's steps without a car. Sustainable travel guide.
Dina Broadhurst's Nude Art at Burning Man 2024
Australian artist Dina Broadhurst showcases her nude photography in a custom-built desert art car at Burning Man 2024, blending high art with festival culture in the Nevada desert.
Bindi Irwin's Emotional Tribute to Steve Irwin on DWTS
Bindi Irwin delivers a breathtaking contemporary dance on Dancing with the Stars, honouring her late father, Steve Irwin, in a deeply personal tribute that left judges and viewers in tears.
Adès Mesmerises BBC Symphony Orchestra in Barbican Triumph
Read our exclusive review of Thomas Adès's captivating concert with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, where his own compositions held the audience in a trance at London's Barbican Centre.
Mona Hatoum's Electrifying Giacometti Dialogue at Barbican
A major new exhibition at London's Barbican Centre pits the visceral, political work of Mona Hatoum against the modernist mastery of Alberto Giacometti, creating a stunning dialogue across decades.
Sarah Hall's 'The Helm' & Nicola Barker's 'TonyInterruptor' Reviewed
Dive into the week's most captivating literary fiction. Discover Sarah Hall's elemental new novel 'The Helm' and Nicola Barker's riotous state-of-the-nation epic 'TonyInterruptor' in this essential guide for the discerning reader.
Jupiter Artland Sculpture Park Opens Year-Round
Jupiter Artland, the award-winning contemporary sculpture park near Edinburgh, is abandoning its seasonal model to welcome visitors 365 days a year, offering a stunning artistic experience in nature for every season.
Julian Bliss: Masterful Lindberg & Aho Clarinet Concertos
Clarinet virtuoso Julian Bliss delivers an immaculate and thrilling performance of Magnus Lindberg and Kalevi Aho's demanding concertos on a landmark new album, setting a new benchmark for contemporary woodwind repertoire.
Hadley's Art Prize 2025: £100k Contemporary Art Showcase
Explore the mesmerising shortlist for the prestigious £100,000 Hadley's Art Prize 2025. Discover groundbreaking contemporary works from Britain's most talented artists in this exclusive gallery showcase.
Kataraina: Becky Manawatu's Thrilling Māori Masterpiece
Becky Manawatu returns with a breathtaking and powerful follow-up to the award-winning Auē. Our review delves into this stunning new Māori novel that explores themes of trauma, identity, and redemption with lyrical prose and heart-stopping tension.
BBC iPlayer's Steamy New Thriller 'This City is Ours'
BBC iPlayer drops the sizzling new contemporary thriller 'This City is Ours', starring a powerhouse cast in a tale of ambition, betrayal, and forbidden desire in London's cutthroat underworld.
Gower Power & Deep Sea Dances: The UK's Art Week
From the rugged Gower Peninsula to London's avant-garde galleries, the UK art scene erupts with powerful new exhibitions. Discover deep-sea video installations, millennial masculinity explorations, and a major Barbara Hepworth retrospective.
Inigo Philbrick: The £86m Art World Swindle Exposed
Exclusive deep dive into the audacious fraud of art dealer Inigo Philbrick, who used phantom sales on private jets and a Ponzi-style scheme to swindle £86m from investors and galleries. The shocking story of greed and deception that rocked the art market.
Linda May Han Oh's 'Strange Heavens': A Jazz Triumph
Bassist and composer Linda May Han Oh unveils her visionary new album, 'Strange Heavens', a profound collaboration with jazz titans Ambrose Akinmusire and Tyshawn Sorey. Our review explores this landmark of contemporary jazz.
Scottish hip-hop dance in Hong Kong café at Edinburgh Fringe
A groundbreaking dance performance at Edinburgh Fringe 2025 explores Scottish identity and hip-hop culture in an unexpected Hong Kong café setting.
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