Saudi Comedy Festival Faces Human Rights Criticism
Saudi Arabia's ambitious comedy festival draws international criticism as human rights organisations question the kingdom's entertainment reforms amid ongoing human rights concerns.
Saudi Arabia's ambitious comedy festival draws international criticism as human rights organisations question the kingdom's entertainment reforms amid ongoing human rights concerns.
International comedy heavyweights including Trevor Noah and Maz Jobrani are set to perform at the groundbreaking Riyadh Comedy Festival, marking a dramatic shift in Saudi Arabia's cultural landscape under Vision 2030.
A young woman's traumatic strip search at Byron Bay's Splendour in the Grass festival has prompted a formal police investigation after she was forced to remove her clothing in front of multiple officers.
Comedian Emmanuel Sonubi reveals how a life-threatening health scare became the catalyst for his meteoric rise in comedy and upcoming nationwide tour.
Comedian Romesh Ranganathan stars in a groundbreaking new show exploring if stand-up comedy can be a legitimate tool for improving mental health and happiness.
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan sign a landmark mutual defence agreement, a strategic move that redraws the region's security landscape and signals a major shift in global alliances.
The highly anticipated Laneway Festival 2026 lineup has been unveiled, featuring breakthrough sensation Chappell Roan as headliner, alongside major acts Wet Leg, Wolf Alice, and PinkPantheress. Discover the full roster for Australia's premier indie music
The highly anticipated Laneway Festival captivated audiences with electrifying performances, stunning celebrity appearances, and unforgettable fashion moments. Discover the highlights from this year's most talked-about music event.
Saudi Arabia unveils designs for the King Salman International Airport in Riyadh, a £23 billion mega-project set to become the world's largest airport and a cornerstone of its ambitious Vision 2030, aiming to handle 120 million passengers by 2030.
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal the monumental headline acts for Coachella 2026, featuring a pop icon's grand return and a legendary rock reunion in the Californian desert.
In a jaw-dropping move, seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady is set to unretire, not for the NFL, but to lead a star-studded flag football event in Saudi Arabia this February, marking a major shift for the Gulf nation's sporting ambitions.
Scottish superstar Lewis Capaldi is set for a triumphant return to the stage, announced as the Saturday night headliner for Glasgow's TRNSMT Festival 2024 after his break for Tourette's treatment.
Exclusive interview with Mawaan Rizwan as he returns with the highly anticipated second series of Juice. Discover the new chaos, deeper themes, and why this surreal comedy is a must-watch on BBC Three.
Undisputed welterweight king Terence 'Bud' Crawford makes a spectacular statement at 154lbs, stopping the formidable Israil Madrimov to claim the WBA junior middleweight title in a career-defining performance.
World Wrestling Entertainment announces groundbreaking 10-year partnership with Saudi Arabia, relocating its flagship WrestleMania event to Riyadh in a deal set to transform the global sports entertainment landscape.
Get ready for a massive nostalgia trip! A brand new UK music festival, Big Weekender, is coming to Oxfordshire in August 2025, featuring a huge lineup of 90s and 00s pop, dance, and indie legends.
Saudi Arabia announces the Prince Mohammed bin Salman International Museum, a colossal cultural project in Riyadh set to be the world's largest museum, showcasing 30,000 artefacts across five revolutionary wings.
Tim Key and Domhnall Gleeson star in 'The Paper Review,' a brilliantly absurd BBC Two office comedy spinoff that turns mundane paperwork into comedic gold. A must-watch for fans of dry British humour.
John Law, co-founder of Burning Man, delivers a devastating verdict on the festival's future after this year's chaos. Read his exclusive thoughts on the event's commercialisation and lost spirit.
Everything you need to know about Radio in the Park 2024 in Leicester. Get the full lineup, date, and how to claim your FREE tickets for this unmissable music event.
A music fan's dream weekend at a UK festival turned into a nightmare after biting into a vegan burger and discovering a horrifying secret ingredient. Exclusive details inside.
Hollywood A-lister George Clooney makes a sudden exit from the 2024 Venice Film Festival, cancelling all scheduled appearances after being struck by a mystery illness, disappointing fans and leaving a major void in the festival's lineup.
Exclusive investigation into the catastrophic fire that destroyed the infamous 'Orgy Dome' at Burning Man 2025. The latest in a string of festival disasters raises serious safety questions.
The 2025 Venice Film Festival unveils a groundbreaking 'Expanded Reality' strand, showcasing immersive VR and AR films that are set to redefine the very essence of cinematic narrative and audience experience.
The world's biggest food fight, La Tomatina, returned to Buñol, Spain, with 15,000 revellers pelting 130 tonnes of tomatoes in a chaotic, juicy spectacle. Discover the history and rules of this iconic festival.
The Burning Man festival in Nevada's Black Rock Desert has been plunged into a crisis as severe flooding leaves 70,000 'Burners' stranded in a treacherous sea of mud, with one tragic death reported and essential supplies running low.
A 16-year-old girl has tragically died after falling ill at the Bass Festival in Essex. The teenager was rushed to hospital but could not be saved, prompting a police investigation and tributes from heartbroken loved ones.
The iconic Burning Man festival faces unprecedented disruption as severe dust storms and torrential rain trap 70,000 attendees in the Nevada desert, turning the event into a mud-soaked ordeal with limited supplies and halted exits.
An exclusive investigation into the staggering amount of waste left behind at Reading Festival 2024, from abandoned tents to untouched food, revealing a growing environmental crisis at UK music events.
A teenage girl has tragically died and a young boy and a woman have been rushed to hospital after falling seriously ill at a UK music festival. Emergency services responded to the scene amidst the ongoing event.