The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i
A blistering new production of Shakespeare's Roman plays at London's Almeida Theatre merges Julius Caesar, Antony and Cleopatra, and Coriolanus into a single, searing commentary on modern political decay, earning a triumphant five-star review.
The Royal Shakespeare Company faces severe financial pressure as it invites voluntary redundancies following government arts funding reductions and rising operational costs.
A stark UN report reveals the world is failing to meet its 2030 gender equality targets. Discover which critical areas are seeing regression and what this means for the Sustainable Development Goals.
New data reveals a profound political and cultural schism between Gen Z men and women in the UK, with pop star Sabrina Carpenter emerging as an unlikely cultural flashpoint in a new era of gender-polarised politics.
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking five-year waits for NHS gender identity services. Health Secretary Wes Streeting declares the situation a 'betrayal' and orders immediate review to tackle the national scandal.
Director Chloé Zhao's visionary film 'Hamnet' has clinched the top People's Choice Award at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, cementing its status as a major Oscars contender for its poignant portrayal of Shakespeare's family tragedy.
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif reveals the devastating personal and professional toll following the gender eligibility controversy that forced her opponent to quit during their World Championship bout.
A century after the Equal Franchise Act, a new article argues the patriarchal system has proven resilient, adapting to maintain power and stifle genuine female progress in UK politics and society.
Hunter Kozak, the final individual to converse with Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk before his explosive Oxford Union debate, reveals the behind-the-scenes tension and Kirk's determined mindset in an exclusive interview.
American commentator Charlie Kirk sparks fierce debate, claiming UK university culture is so hostile to free speech that students debating contentious topics could be 'shot and killed'. His warning ignites a discussion on censorship, safety, and intellect
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon faces a fresh wave of criticism for her defence of the SNP's controversial gender recognition reforms, with opponents labelling her comments as demonstrating a 'staggering lack of self-awareness' following the party's
Acclaimed director Chloe Zhao is attached to direct a major film adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's award-winning novel 'Hamnet', a moving story about Shakespeare's family, with Jessie Buckley in talks to star.
A Tunisian student's simple question on X, formerly Twitter, about whether Americans are 'nice' has ignited a fiery international debate, amassing millions of views and thousands of divided opinions.
Groundbreaking research confirms Elizabethan playwright Christopher Marlowe was credited as a co-author of William Shakespeare's Henry VI plays in the New Oxford Shakespeare, rewriting literary history.
Chloé Zhao's breathtaking adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's novel, 'Hamnet', delivers a profound and visually stunning exploration of grief, art, and love, earning a standing ovation at its world premiere.
Normal People star Paul Mescal and co-star Jessie Buckley display palpable chemistry at the world premiere of their highly anticipated Shakespearean drama 'Hamnet' during the Toronto International Film Festival.
A leading UK charity instructs its members to abandon traditional terms like 'mother' and 'father' in favour of gender-neutral alternatives like 'parent who has given birth' and 'non-birthing parent', sparking a fierce national debate on language and ideo
Goichi Suda, the legendary creator behind 'No More Heroes', unveils his most audacious project yet: a punk rock, zombie-infested reimagining of Shakespeare's classic tragedy. Get the first details on this genre-bending nightmare.
A Sydney cafe's bold stance on cappuccino etiquette has ignited a fiery international debate. Discover why this barista's 'no chocolate' rule is dividing coffee purists and challenging decades of tradition.
London's iconic Shakespeare's Globe Theatre was abruptly evacuated after an emergency alert test from the UK government mistakenly blared during a live performance, causing confusion and alarm among actors and audience members.
Shocking new research reveals how London's cultural establishment has systematically marginalised Elizabethan playwright Christopher Marlowe, favouring Shakespeare and rewriting literary history.
A newly authenticated 17th-century miniature portrait reveals compelling evidence of a close, possibly romantic relationship between William Shakespeare and his literary patron, the Earl of Southampton. Art experts and historians are re-evaluating the Bar
Comedian and actor Eddie Izzard is set to undertake one of theatre's most ambitious solo endeavours, performing every single role in a new production of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet'.
Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa and Edward Bluemel deliver a tour-de-force in Liz Duffy Adams's razor-sharp drama about a dangerous literary collaboration between Kit Marlowe and William Shakespeare. A must-see theatrical event in London's West End.
Shocking new figures from the Office for National Statistics show Britain's gender pay gap remains stubbornly wide, with women effectively working for free for nearly two months each year compared to male colleagues.
Entrepreneur Patrick Bet-David's explosive debate with Professor Richard Wolff on capitalism versus communism has gone viral, drawing massive online engagement and polarising viewers worldwide.
A new Guardian editorial makes the compelling case that playwright Christopher Marlowe, long overshadowed by Shakespeare, deserves to be read, performed, and honoured as a literary titan in his own right.
Chaos erupted in Mexico's Senate as a heated debate on the country's violent drug cartels descended into a full-scale physical brawl, with politicians throwing punches and scrambling over furniture in a stunning display of political discord.
A London theatre's decision to issue a content warning for its production of 'Dracula' over the use of fake blood has ignited a fierce debate about artistic freedom, audience sensibilities, and modern theatre etiquette.