Rosalía's 'Lux' Named Best Album of 2025
Spanish superstar Rosalía's audacious fourth album 'Lux' tops the year's best list. Discover how this classical-pop fusion redefines ambition in modern music.
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BBC Considers Paywall for Classic Shows in Licence Fee Shake-Up
The BBC could place classic shows behind a paywall as part of a major funding review. Learn about the proposed changes to the licence fee and what it means for viewers.
BBC orders all staff to complete antisemitism training
Outgoing BBC director-general Tim Davie has mandated compulsory antisemitism training for all employees following accusations of ignored complaints from over 200 Jewish staff. Staff have six months to complete the course.
Philharmonia's Earth Day concert review: A powerful tribute
The Philharmonia Orchestra's Earth Day concert, conducted by Santtu-Matias Rouvali and featuring Fazıl Say, delivered a powerful environmental message. Read our full review of this moving Royal Festival Hall performance.
BBC complaints drop as Ofcom cites 'significant crisis'
Ofcom reports a decrease in complaints against the BBC, but warns the broadcaster faces a 'significant crisis' over editorial standards. Discover the full story.
ACO's 50th Anniversary with Beethoven & Brahms
Marking its 50th year, the Australian Chamber Orchestra releases a live recording of Beethoven & Brahms violin concertos under Richard Tognetti. A compelling souvenir from a world-class ensemble.
ELO star Mike Edwards dies in Devon farming accident
Mike Edwards, a founding cellist of the Electric Light Orchestra, was killed in a freak farming accident in Devon when a 600kg hay bale crushed his van. Read the full story.
Nandy may block BBC licence fee rise after scandals
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy considers blocking the BBC's £7 licence fee increase amidst a crisis of scandals, resignations, and a growing non-payment revolt. Discover the full story.
BBC Licence Fee Scrutiny After Scandals & Trump Lawsuit
Following the resignations of Tim Davie and Deborah Turness and a $5bn Trump lawsuit, the BBC's mandatory £174.50 licence fee faces unprecedented scrutiny. Should it be abolished?
BBC board member quits over governance issues
BBC non-executive director Shumeet Banerji resigns, citing governance failures. The crisis deepens as senior figures are due to face MPs. Read the full story.
BBC board member resigns over exclusion from bias talks
BBC board member Shumeet Banerji resigns after being cut out of crucial talks on liberal bias claims, leading to the shock exit of top executives. Discover the full story behind the internal crisis.
BBC board member resigns citing governance failures
Shumeet Banerji resigns from the BBC Board over governance issues, revealing he was not consulted on recent top-level departures. Discover the full story behind the broadcaster's leadership turmoil.
LSO Futures: Three World Premieres with Seong-Jin Cho
The London Symphony Orchestra's compelling LSO Futures concert featured three world premieres, including Donghoon Shin's Piano Concerto performed by the dazzling Seong-Jin Cho. Read our full review.
Balls Opera: Tennis's Battle of the Sexes on Stage
Laura Karpman's opera 'Balls' brings the iconic 1973 Battle of the Sexes tennis match to life at the Royal Festival Hall. A kitschy, Hollywood-ready production reviewed.
Gardner's Bold Elgar: LPO Gerontius Review
Edward Gardner leads the LPO in a dramatic live Proms recording of Elgar's The Dream of Gerontius. A bold, must-hear performance with stellar soloists.
Petrenko's Brahms: Berlin Philharmonic's New Release
Discover Kirill Petrenko's compelling new live recording of Brahms's First Symphony and Tragic Overture with the Berliner Philharmoniker. Stream it now on Apple Music and Spotify.
CBSO's Vänskä Conducts Sibelius and Shostakovich
Experience the CBSO's compelling performance of Sibelius and Shostakovich under Osmo Vänskä. Helena Juntunen's dramatic vocal works captivated Symphony Hall. Don't miss this musical triumph.
BBC Director-General Denied Traditional Portrait Honour
Outgoing BBC director-general Tim Davie breaks with 80-year tradition as corporation confirms no oil painting will commemorate his controversial tenure. Discover why the honour has been withheld.
BBC faces 'existential crisis' over trust, says Husain
Former BBC journalist Mishal Husain calls for end to ministerial board appointments as corporation faces parliamentary scrutiny over editorial standards and trust.
Farage pledges to scrap BBC licence fee
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage demands an end to the BBC licence fee, branding the broadcaster 'rotten to the core'. Discover the future of public service broadcasting.
BBC Director General Resigns Amid Internal Crisis
Tim Davie's sudden departure as BBC Director General raises questions about whether leading the corporation has become an impossible role. Discover the internal strife and political pressures facing his successor.
BBC should defy Trump lawsuit with four-word reply
Former Guardian editor Alan Rusbridger argues the BBC should respond to Trump's $1bn legal threat with 'See you in court' rather than capitulating like US media outlets.
Pro-Palestinian protesters storm Israeli orchestra concert in Paris
Shocking scenes unfolded in Paris as pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupted an Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra concert, leading to violent clashes with police and audience members. Flares were lit inside the prestigious Théâtre des Champs-Élysées during t
John Rutter's 80th Birthday Celebration Wows London
St Paul's Cathedral hosted an unforgettable musical extravaganza honouring Sir John Rutter's 80th birthday, featuring star performers and breathtaking choral works that captivated London audiences.
BBC admits doctoring Trump footage in impartiality scandal
The BBC faces a major credibility crisis after an internal investigation revealed serious breaches of impartiality, including doctored footage of Donald Trump and biased social media activity by senior staff.
Celebrity Traitors Finale Schedule Shake-up Explained
The BBC has dramatically reshuffled the Celebrity Traitors finale schedule, leaving fans scrambling. Discover the new air times and why the changes were made.
Björk & LSO reimagine Rosalía's LUX
Spanish superstar Rosalía's latest album 'LUX' receives stunning orchestral reinterpretation by Björk and the London Symphony Orchestra in groundbreaking London performance.
John Adams Festival Triumphs in Manchester
The Hallé Orchestra delivers a breathtaking performance of John Adams' works at Bridgewater Hall, showcasing the composer's vibrant musical legacy in a spectacular festival finale.
Kanneh-Mason's Walton: Cello Concerto Reborn
Discover how Sheku Kanneh-Mason's stunning new recording of Walton's Cello Concerto brings fresh vitality to this British masterpiece, capturing both its lyrical beauty and raw emotional power.
BBC presenter leaves after controversial Ferguson interview
Veteran BBC broadcaster Charles Nove has left his position after conducting a contentious interview with Sarah, Duchess of York about her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, raising questions about editorial standards at the corporation.
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