Silvana Estrada: Music born from grief and ghosting
Mexican singer-songwriter Silvana Estrada reveals how personal heartbreak and Mexico's violence inspired her haunting new album, creating beauty from life's darkest moments.
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Digital Archive Revolution: Black Trans Art at Serpentine
Experience the groundbreaking interactive exhibition at Serpentine North, where gaming meets activism in a powerful exploration of Black trans memory and digital legacy.
Miranda blasts Trump's Puerto Rico hurricane response
Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda delivers emotional tribute to hurricane victims while condemning Trump administration's inadequate relief efforts in San Juan ceremony.
Murniasih: A Life Lived with Unapologetic Desire
Discover the electrifying retrospective of Balinese artist I Gusti Ayu Kadek Murniasih, whose bold and sensual artworks challenge conventions at London's latest exhibition.
Lammy accused of ignoring women's rights in UN delegation row
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under fire for allegedly ignoring women's rights groups by appointing a LGBTQ charity to the UK's delegation for a key UN human rights meeting, sparking accusations of a 'hierarchy of rights'.
Bradford Artist Nominated for Prestigious Turner Prize
Johanna Whittle, a talented artist from Bradford, has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 Turner Prize. Her intricate miniature paintings exploring memory and place will be showcased in a major exhibition at Tate Britain this autumn.
Artists Reclaim St George's Flag for Modern, Inclusive Britain
A powerful cultural movement is seeing a new generation of British artists, musicians, and designers transform the St George's Cross into a vibrant symbol of unity and modern identity, shedding its far-right associations.
Hepworth's Granddaughter Curates Major London Art Show
Exclusive: Cressida Bell reimagines her grandmother's iconic sculptures for a groundbreaking new London exhibition, 'Barbara Hepworth: Art & Life', at The Hepworth Wakefield.
London Tattoo Convention 2024: Body Art Spectacle
The UK's premier tattoo extravaganza returns to London, drawing thousands of ink enthusiasts and world-class artists for a weekend of breathtaking body art, live demonstrations, and cultural celebration.
Feeo's Poetic Intrigue: This Week's Essential New Track
Discover the crisp conviction of emerging artist Feeo, the standout act in this week's curated selection of the UK's best new music releases and essential tracks.
Instagram's Tattoo Artist Purge: UK Creators Slam 'Censorship'
Tattoo artists on Instagram are facing a wave of account suspensions and content removal, sparking outrage over censorship and threatening their primary source of income and clientele.
Dulux Discontinues Beloved Cobalt Blue Paint
In a move set to transform British interiors, Dulux has announced it is discontinuing its classic Cobalt Blue paint. The decision has sent shockwaves through the creative community, forcing artists and designers to seek new sources for the beloved pigment
Joy Gregory's Radical Lens: Whitechapel Gallery Retrospective
Explore the powerful and poetic work of Joy Gregory, a seminal figure in Black British photography, as her major career survey opens at London's Whitechapel Gallery. Discover her profound explorations of identity, beauty, and cultural history.
Cartoonist Edizon Musavuli's powerful comic on life in Goma
Discover how Congolese artist Edizon Musavuli uses his groundbreaking comic 'Baraka and the Unpredictable Life of Goma' to portray resilience, conflict, and hope in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
UK Music Legends Demand AI Protection Ahead of Trump Visit
Over 150 leading British musicians, including Sir Paul McCartney and Adele, have signed an urgent letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, calling for stronger legal protections against AI scraping and unauthorised use of their work, citing fears of a 'race
DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.
QLD's 'Hostile' Indigenous Policies Condemned by Rights Chief
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner condemns the Queensland government's 'punitive and hostile' approach to First Nations people, warning of devastating human rights violations.
Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Sign Major Disney Production Deal
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's production company, Artists Equity, has secured a significant first-look deal with Disney, marking a major power move in Hollywood. The deal comes as their latest project, a Beatles documentary directed by Peter Jackson, gains
Canada's First Nations Musicians Revolutionise Healing Powwow Music
Discover how a new generation of Indigenous artists from Canada is transforming traditional powwow music into a global healing force, blending ancestral rhythms with contemporary sounds to address intergenerational trauma and cultural reclamation.
Hong Kong's Landmark IVF Ruling for Same-Sex Parents
In a groundbreaking decision, Hong Kong's top court grants parental rights to a non-biological mother in a same-sex couple, setting a new precedent for LGBTQ+ families in the region after a four-year legal battle.
Sawalha & Colman back Palestine in celeb-led open letter
Actresses Julia Sawalha and Olivia Colman join Susan Sarandon and Mark Ruffalo in signing a powerful open letter from Artists for Palestine UK, calling for an immediate ceasefire and condemning the violence in Gaza.
Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.
Unite warns Labour: Improve workers' rights or face backlash
Unite union general secretary Sharon Graham demands Labour urgently improve its workers' rights package, warning that failing to fulfil this key election promise would be a 'betrayal' of voters.
Mariah Carey to receive Video Vanguard Award at 2025 VMAs
Pop icon Mariah Carey is to be honoured with the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the 2025 MTV VMAs, recognising her decades of groundbreaking music videos and cultural impact.
Retired cop probed for 'deadnaming' trans woman online
A former police constable is under investigation by his old force after allegedly 'deadnaming' a transgender woman in online comments. The probe raises serious questions about free speech versus professional conduct for retired officers.
Trump backs gun ownership ban for transgender people
In a contentious address at the NRA convention, former President Donald Trump endorsed restricting gun ownership for transgender individuals, sparking immediate backlash from rights groups and creating a rift with his traditional allies.
Burkina Faso imposes 5-year jail for 'promoting homosexuality'
Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.
Estate agent accuses tenant of lying over cat in rental row
A major dispute erupts between a London estate agent and a tenant over alleged lease violations and a secret pet. The explosive email exchange reveals accusations of dishonesty and threats of legal action.
Trump backs firearm ban for transgender people
Former US President Donald Trump has called for a ban on transgender individuals owning firearms, a controversial pledge made during his keynote address at the NRA convention. The proposal has ignited a fierce debate on gun rights and equality.
Equality watchdog confirms legality of single-sex spaces
The SNP government is under intense scrutiny after the UK's equalities regulator issued definitive legal guidance confirming that single-sex spaces are protected under law, forcing a potential U-turn on controversial policies.
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