The Guardian's esteemed classical music critic, Andrew Clements, has died aged 75. Renowned for his deep knowledge and fearless opinions, his voice shaped the UK's cultural landscape for over three decades. Read our tribute.
A damning report reveals 131 Met Police officers committed offences after vetting shortcuts. Home Secretary orders urgent investigation into force's procedures.
A damning report reveals 131 Met officers committed crimes after vetting shortcuts. Serial rapist David Carrick was among them. Home Secretary orders urgent investigation.
Eagle-eyed fans discover Jason Statham as a background dancer in The Shamen's wild 'Comin' On Strong' music video from 1992. See the Hollywood A-lister like never before.
Eagle-eyed fans have uncovered a young Jason Statham as a background dancer in The Shamen's wild 'Comin' On Strong' music video. Discover the action star's unexpected rave era.
Olympian Adam Peaty and influencer Holly Ramsay marry at Bath Abbey, their union highlighting starkly different upbringings of financial sacrifice and immense privilege. Read the full story.
Christian and gospel music is defying industry trends, growing its audience while other genres stall. Discover the artists and sounds driving this spiritual revival in mainstream music.
Labour's plan to boost social mobility by limiting civil service internships to 'working class' students includes children of train drivers earning £80k, while lower-paid police officers' children are excluded. Discover the controversial new policy.
Greggs shoppers pay 25% more for breakfast when listening to classical music versus Phil Collins hits, Israeli study reveals. Discover how music influences spending.
New research reveals a stark money confidence gap in the UK, where professionals from less privileged backgrounds feel less financially secure even on identical salaries. Discover how to build financial resilience.
An investigation reveals an Iowa school district 'reasonably relied' on a consultant whose flawed vetting missed a forged transcript and immigration status of a superintendent now facing federal charges. Discover the full story.
Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney surprises political commentators as her family background attracts unexpected conservative support, creating a fascinating cultural crossover moment.
Stephen Colbert's surprising conservative background and early political work uncovered, showing stark contrast to his current liberal talk show persona.
Exclusive insider revelations expose the bitter rivalries, management conflicts and hidden struggles that plagued Britain's biggest girl groups of the 90s and 00s.
Singer Lily Allen faces backlash as fans and critics question the authenticity of her upcoming album, with some claiming it sounds artificially generated.
The music world mourns the loss of Jonathan Lloyd, the innovative British composer and educator whose vibrant works captivated audiences for decades. Remembering his remarkable legacy.
Decades after recording in obscurity, Sister Irene O'Connor's haunting lo-fi pop emerges from dusty archives, captivating modern audiences with its timeless quality.
Exclusive insights from goth metal pioneers reveal the artistic philosophy and unexpected vulnerability behind their haunting soundscapes that captivate millions worldwide.
Oscar-nominated actress Keira Knightley addresses the 'nepotism baby' controversy, revealing her playwright father and theatre writer mother's modest background in candid new interview.
Exclusive interview with actor Alex H. Ganz, whose extraordinary family background includes a father who claims alien encounters and a mother who worked with comedy legend Jim Carrey, creating one of Hollywood's most fascinating origin stories.
Experimental music pioneer Juana Molina opens up about her creative process, disdain for artistic pretension, and the playful spontaneity behind her groundbreaking new work.
Discover the electrifying free jazz of Laura Ann Singh and other must-hear tracks in this week's Guardian music roundup, featuring bold new sounds reshaping the UK jazz scene.
The BBC announces the premiere date for 'Girlbands Forever,' a captivating documentary exploring the legacy of iconic girl groups from the 90s and 00s, featuring exclusive interviews and never-before-seen footage.
California Governor Gavin Newsom pushes for groundbreaking constitutional amendment to impose congressional term limits, mandate universal background checks, and raise the firearm purchase age to 21 in bold move against political stagnation.
An ambitious new initiative backed by The Guardian seeks to transform the UK's live music scene by spreading performances beyond traditional urban hubs to communities nationwide.
Discover how Australian indie-rock quartet The Belair Lip Bombs are taking the music world by storm with their raw energy and determination to give their musical dreams 'a proper crack'.
In an emotional interview, Mariam Doumbia of legendary Malian duo Amadou & Mariam shares her journey through grief and how music continues to connect her to her late husband and musical partner.
Hollywood faces potential disruption as 'Mr. Wonderful' invests in Supreme AI's digital actor technology, threatening traditional background roles with AI-generated performers.
A startling new survey reveals that the majority of UK music enthusiasts believe British pop music has declined in quality, with many claiming it's become 'too generic' and 'manufactured'.
London punk grime artists Bob Vylan accuse BBC of selective coverage after Glastonbury performance, claiming broadcaster highlighted their music while omitting powerful political statements about poverty and inequality.