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David Bowie's Personal Favourite Songs List Revealed at V&A

An exclusive glimpse into David Bowie's musical soul has been uncovered. The Victoria and Albert Museum unveils the legendary artist's personal list of 35 favourite songs, a discovery set to redefine our understanding of his eclectic influences and creati

UK sanctions target Russian metals and diamonds

The UK government announces a new wave of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's war economy, banning imports of Russian metals and targeting the lucrative diamond industry in coordination with G7 allies.

WNO Directors on Reinventing Opera for a New Generation

An exclusive interview with Welsh National Opera's visionary directors Adele Thomas and Sarah Crabtree as they unveil ambitious plans to revitalise opera, champion new talent, and connect with diverse communities across the UK.

Composer Rodion Shchedrin Dies Aged 92

The world mourns the loss of Russian composer and pianist Rodion Shchedrin, a colossal figure in 20th and 21st-century music whose innovative works bridged Soviet tradition and Western modernism.

Russian drone breaches Polish airspace, triggers alert

A Russian drone breached Polish airspace, triggering a national alert and swift military response. The incident, occurring just hours before Warsaw closed its border with Belarus, intensifies regional security fears and underscores the spillover risks fro

Trump Threatens India With Tariffs Over Russian Oil

Former US President Donald Trump's advisors issue a stark warning to India, threatening tariffs if Narendra Modi's government continues purchasing Russian oil, potentially straining US-India relations.

Morrissey Sells Smiths Royalties Over 'Malicious' Feud

Music icon Morrissey declares he is putting his share of The Smiths' royalties 'on the market', citing 'malicious associations' with former bandmates. The explosive move threatens the legacy of one of Britain's most beloved bands.

Morrissey Sells The Smiths' Rights: Music Empire For Sale

Iconic frontman Morrissey announces the sale of his entire stake in The Smiths' business empire, including publishing rights and royalties, inviting offers from 'any interested party' in a monumental music industry move.

Russia Turns Fairy Tales Into War Propaganda, Film-Maker Reveals

Oscar-nominated producer Alexander Rodnyansky exposes Russia's state-funded cinema industry, revealing how classic fairy tales are being weaponised as pro-war propaganda to indoctrinate the nation's youth amidst an unprecedented cultural purge.

Non-Profit Launches Festival To Save UK Live Music

A new non-profit collective, Voices for the Vanishing, launches a major festival to combat the crisis threatening UK grassroots music venues. Discover the urgent fight to save our cultural heartbeat.

CMAT Interview: Irish Singer's Creative Journey Revealed

Dive into an exclusive interview with rising Irish music sensation CMAT as she discusses her songwriting journey, creative influences, and the stories behind her acclaimed work in this captivating Guardian podcast episode.

Study Reveals London's Definitive Anthem

Groundbreaking research by Deezer identifies the definitive song that captures the spirit of London, based on the listening habits and emotional connections of its residents.

Royal Opera House's 'Woke' Tosca Sparks Audience Fury

Covent Garden's bold reimagining of Puccini's 'Tosca' divides audiences, replacing 1800s Rome with a modern female-led resistance movement and triggering a fierce debate on artistic modernisation versus tradition.

Composer Rodion Shchedrin dies at 92

The classical music world mourns the loss of Rodion Shchedrin, the celebrated Russian composer and husband of ballerina Maya Plisetskaya, who passed away at 92 in Munich.

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