Zero-Star Cultural Disasters: UK's Worst Revealed
From catastrophic theatre productions to disastrous TV shows, discover the cultural offerings that earned the dreaded zero-star review and why critics are calling for better standards.
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Only 15 Zero-Star Reviews in Guardian History
Discover the exclusive club of television shows, films and performances that received The Guardian's ultimate critical condemnation - the elusive zero-star review.
Florence + Machine & Down Cemetery Road Stun Critics
From Mick Herron's atmospheric adaptation to Florence Welch's triumphant return, UK stages sizzled with unforgettable performances this week. Discover which shows had critics and audiences raving.
Bristol hospitals declare critical incident amid crisis
Major Bristol hospitals have declared a rare critical incident as emergency departments face unprecedented demand, with patients experiencing 'very long waits' and all beds occupied across the healthcare system.
Australian Cricketer Critical After Head Injury
Australian cricketer remains in critical condition after being struck in the head by a ball during a club match in England, sparking urgent medical response and safety discussions across the sporting world.
UK launches major cybersecurity shield against digital threats
The Alan Turing Institute unveils groundbreaking national mission to protect Britain's critical infrastructure from sophisticated cyber attacks as threat levels escalate.
Penguins fan critical after arena fall during game
A Pittsburgh Penguins supporter is fighting for his life after a terrifying fall from the upper level during Saturday's game against Montreal Canadiens at PPG Paints Arena.
Coppola's Megalopolis divides Cannes critics
Legendary director Francis Ford Coppola's long-awaited epic Megalopolis premiered at Cannes to wildly mixed reactions, with some viewers walking out while others gave standing ovations for the ambitious $120 million self-funded project.
Pittsburgh Stadium Worker Critical After Incident
A stadium worker at Pittsburgh's Acrisure Stadium is fighting for their life after a serious incident during football operations, prompting safety reviews at the NFL venue.
Teen fights life after Birmingham machete attack
A 17-year-old boy remains in critical condition following a horrific machete attack in Birmingham, as police launch urgent manhunt for suspects.
Australia's $4.5bn Challenge to China's Rare Earth Dominance
Australia is making a bold $4.5bn push to challenge China's stranglehold on critical minerals and rare earths, with new processing plants and strategic US partnerships reshaping global supply chains.
Australia's Critical Minerals: Albanese Under Fire
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces mounting criticism over Australia's critical minerals strategy, with experts warning the nation risks becoming a 'quarry with a flag' rather than securing genuine economic sovereignty.
Woman fights for life after car mounts pavement in Manchester
A woman is fighting for her life and a young girl remains critically injured after a terrifying incident where a car mounted the pavement in Greater Manchester. Emergency services rushed to the scene following the collision that has left the community in
Girl, 9, dies in Cotswolds tragedy, woman critical
A quiet Cotswolds village has been rocked by a devastating incident that left a nine-year-old girl dead and a 49-year-old woman fighting for her life in hospital. Police have launched a major investigation and are appealing for witnesses.
Woman fights for life after girl dies in Cotswolds tragedy
A quiet Cotswolds village has been rocked by tragedy as a 49-year-old woman fights for her life in hospital while police investigate the death of a young girl at a local property.
Quiz: Tolkien Minerals vs Australia's Critical Resources
A clever new quiz challenges Australians to distinguish genuine critical minerals from fantasy creations. Test your knowledge of the resources powering the green revolution versus Middle-earth mythology.
Australia's Critical Minerals Deal: Taxpayer Trap?
An in-depth analysis reveals why Australia's landmark critical minerals agreement with the Trump administration could become a massive financial burden for Australian taxpayers, with experts warning of overstated benefits and hidden risks.
Melbourne Crash: Girl Fights for Life in Hospital
A young girl remains in critical condition following a devastating vehicle collision in Melbourne's west, as emergency services continue their investigation into the tragic incident.
The Silent Crisis: Stifling Free Thought Before Speech
In an era obsessed with policing language, we're facing a more fundamental threat: the erosion of our ability to think freely and critically before we even speak.
NHS critical incident after Bristol hospital IT failure
A major IT system collapse at University Hospitals Bristol has triggered a critical incident, causing significant delays and cancelled appointments across multiple NHS services.
NHS Critical Incident: Major IT Failure Halts Hospital Services
A major NHS trust has declared a critical incident after a catastrophic IT system failure forced the cancellation of operations and appointments, with patients facing significant delays and chaos.
US Black History Under Threat as DEI Faces Elimination
Conservative activists are systematically dismantling Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs, risking the erasure of crucial Black history from American education and public life.
UK Cyber Defence Alert: Critical Infrastructure Under Attack
Britain's National Cyber Security Centre issues urgent warning as hostile state actors target essential services including energy, transport and healthcare systems.
Baby and child critical after Oakford collision
A baby girl and young child fight for life after devastating crash in Somerset village as police launch urgent investigation into the circumstances.
Met Police apologises to Father Ted writer in free speech row
London's Metropolitan Police faces mounting criticism after issuing an apology to Graham Linehan for recording a 'hate incident' based on gender-critical tweets, sparking fresh concerns about free speech and policing priorities.
Australia-US critical minerals deal challenges China
A landmark agreement between Australia and the United States aims to reshape global supply chains for rare earths and critical minerals, reducing Western reliance on China while boosting green technology development.
Trump's Australia minerals deal targets China dominance
Former President Donald Trump plans to secure US access to Australia's rare earth minerals in a strategic move to counter China's global supply chain dominance, according to senior advisers.
US-Australia Sign Multibillion-Dollar Minerals Pact
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and former President Donald Trump seal landmark agreement to secure vital mineral supply chains, boosting both nations' economic and national security interests.
Graham Linehan questioned by police at Heathrow Airport
Comedy writer Graham Linehan detained by Metropolitan Police officers at Heathrow Airport following social media complaints about his gender critical views.
Jockey Graham Lee critical after Worcester race fall
Champion jockey Graham Lee remains in critical condition following a catastrophic fall at Worcester Racecourse that has sent shockwaves through the horse racing community.
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