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Father Ted Creator: Satire is Dying in Modern Comedy

Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan delivers a powerful critique on the state of modern comedy, arguing that satire is dying and the fear of online backlash is stifling creative freedom, making shows like Father Ted impossible to produce today.

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

UK Art Teachers Divided by Generational Teaching Methods

An exclusive Guardian investigation reveals a growing generational rift in UK art education. Discover how teaching methods, digital skills, and classroom dynamics are splitting staffrooms. Are you an art teacher? Share your story.

Britt Lower's Cryptic Emmy Speech Leaves Fans Baffled

Severance actress Britt Lower delivered one of the most enigmatic acceptance speeches at the Creative Arts Emmys, leaving viewers baffled with her mysterious message about 'the truth' while accepting Best Actress award.

Owen Cooper's Emotional Emmy Tribute to His Mother

Rising star Owen Cooper delivers a moving acceptance speech at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards, dedicating his win for 'Homework' to his mother and reflecting on his journey from adolescence to award-winning actor.

UK's Top Film & Photography Universities 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table uncovers the best UK universities for Film Production and Photography. Discover which institutions are leading the creative arts education and shaping the next generation of filmmakers and visual artists.

UK's Top Animation & Game Design Unis for 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table uncovers the best UK universities for animation and game design. Discover which institutions are leading the way in shaping the next generation of creative talent for the booming gaming and film industries.

UK's Best Graphic Design Universities 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for graphic design, with surprise leaders and shifts in the rankings. Discover which institutions are shaping the next generation of creative talent.

UK's Best Creative Writing Universities Revealed for 2025

The Guardian's latest league table unveils the best UK universities for Creative Writing degrees. Discover which institutions lead the field for teaching quality, graduate prospects, and student satisfaction in this competitive discipline.

UK Economy Stagnates: Reeves Faces Budget Crisis

Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a major economic challenge as latest ONS figures show zero GDP growth in three months to August, putting Labour's ambitious investment plans at risk ahead of crucial Autumn Budget.

UK Economy Stagnates with Zero Growth in April

New official figures reveal the UK economy showed no growth in April, dealing a blow to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Chancellor Rachel Reeves. The stagnant GDP figures raise concerns about the nation's economic recovery and future prospects.

UK Economy Flatlines in July: 0.0% Growth Recorded

Britain's economic growth stalled in July with 0.0% GDP growth, delivering a major blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves and raising fears of imminent tax hikes to fill a £22 billion black hole in public finances.

Stephen Colbert's Late Show Wins Emmy for Writing

Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' secures a prestigious Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series, marking a significant victory for the host and his team in the 2025 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.

Severance Wins Big at Creative Arts Emmy Awards

Apple TV+'s critically acclaimed series 'Severance' wins big at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards, claiming four trophies including Outstanding Casting and Main Title Design, setting the stage for the Primetime Emmys.

UK Economy Flatlines with 0.0% GDP Growth in April

New ONS data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in April 2024, a significant slowdown from the 0.4% expansion in March. The services sector stalled while production fell, putting pressure on the next government.

GCSE Music faces extinction as costs soar to £400 per pupil

Exclusive: Soaring costs of music GCSEs are creating an 'apartheid' in arts education, with state school pupils priced out. The Child Poverty Action Group reveals the stark inequalities forcing schools to cut creative subjects.

Marvel Fires Director Jon Watts From Fantastic Four Reboot

In a dramatic turn of events, Marvel Studios has parted ways with acclaimed director Jon Watts from the upcoming Fantastic Four film. The split, reportedly due to 'creative differences,' sends shockwaves through Hollywood and leaves the highly anticipated

UK faces £71bn fiscal black hole as policies fail, NIESR warns

The National Institute of Economic and Social Research issues a stark warning that UK government policies are failing, creating a £71bn fiscal black hole and risking a 'vicious cycle' of stagnation. Expert analysis reveals the critical challenges facing t

UK Economy Stalls as GDP Flatlines in April

The UK's economic growth ground to a halt in April with 0.0% GDP growth, dashing hopes for a swift recovery. Key figures like Sir Richard Branson and Jo Malone voice concerns over political instability hindering business momentum.

Griff Rhys Jones: Young People's Futures Stifled

Comedian and writer Griff Rhys Jones delivers a powerful polemic on the generational injustice facing young Britons, from the housing crisis and student debt to a stifled creative economy.

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