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Inside Britain's Bizarre Margaret Thatcher Festival

An exclusive look at the surreal world of the Thatcher Festival, where drag performers, political detractors and devoted followers create a unique snapshot of Britain's enduring culture wars.

Europe's Largest Pumpkin Festival Returns to Ludlow

Discover the spectacular Ludlow Pumpkin Festival, Europe's biggest celebration of all things pumpkin, where celebrity visitors marvel at 1,000kg giants and enjoy stunning autumnal displays.

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o: Language as Cultural Liberation

Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.

Laneway Festival 2026: Chappell Roan Headlines Stellar Lineup

The highly anticipated Laneway Festival 2026 lineup has been unveiled, featuring breakthrough sensation Chappell Roan as headliner, alongside major acts Wet Leg, Wolf Alice, and PinkPantheress. Discover the full roster for Australia's premier indie music

Historic Female-Directed Oscar Showdown Looms

The Venice and Toronto film festivals have set the stage for a historic Oscar showdown, with two critically acclaimed films from female directors poised to make Academy Awards history.

Saint Carlo Film Festival Debuts with Giant Art Installation

The inaugural Saint Carlo Film Festival dazzled attendees with a vibrant celebration of independent cinema, capped by a stunning giant photographic installation. Discover the highlights from this spectacular cultural weekend.

La Tomatina 2025: Spain's Tomato Fight Dates Revealed

Get ready for the world's biggest food fight! The legendary La Tomatina festival in Buñol, Spain, has confirmed its 2025 date. Discover how to secure your tickets for this unmissable, pulpy spectacle.

The Man Who Builds Notting Hill Carnival's Sound Systems

An exclusive interview with the mastermind behind the legendary sound systems that power London's world-famous Notting Hill Carnival, revealing the engineering secrets and passion that bring the streets to life.

Suki Waterhouse Stuns Reading Festival in Fishnet Style

Suki Waterhouse delivered a show-stopping performance at Reading Festival 2024, captivating audiences with her bold fashion choice of black fishnet tights and microscopic shorts. The model-turned-musician treated fans to an electrifying set that has since

Notting Hill Carnival 2025 Begins With Vibrant Jouvert

London's iconic Notting Hill Carnival has officially begun with the vibrant Jouvert morning celebrations, marking the start of Europe's largest street festival with paint, powder and powerful soca rhythms.

Notting Hill Carnival revellers dance at bus stop in rain

The indomitable spirit of the Notting Hill Carnival shone through as revellers, undeterred by a sudden downpour, transformed a West London bus stop into a vibrant, impromptu dance party, showcasing the event's famous resilience and joy.

Stars Quit Manchester Pride In Solidarity With Kehlani

A growing list of music artists, including Chloe x Halle and Mahalia, have withdrawn from Manchester Pride performances following criticism of the event's commercial direction and in support of Kehlani.

Bouyon Dennery Segment Electrifies Notting Hill Carnival

The pulsating rhythms of Bouyon Dennery Segment, a headline act at Notting Hill Carnival 2025, created an unforgettable spectacle, uniting revellers in a massive street party and solidifying the genre's place in the UK's cultural fabric.

Notting Hill Carnival Policing Row Erupts

As London's iconic Notting Hill Carnival concludes, a fierce debate erupts over the intense police presence, with community leaders and politicians questioning if heavy-handed tactics are stifling the celebration's spirit and threatening civil liberties.

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