Reading & Leeds 2026 Reveals Historic All-British Headliners
Reading and Leeds Festivals 2026 announce a historic, all-British and Irish headline bill. Charli XCX, Dave, RAYE and more to top the iconic dual-site event. Tickets on sale this week.
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Reading & Leeds 2026 line-up disappoints rock fans
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Headliners: Dave, Raye, Charli XCX Lead
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
UK imposes export bar on £280k Hindu paintings
A rare 200-year-old set of 56 Hindu paintings, valued at £280,000, has been barred from leaving the UK. The government aims to keep the 'Devi Mahatmya' series for national study and display. Help save this cultural treasure for the nation.
30,000 Brits flood Benidorm for fancy dress parade
Discover how 30,000 Brits, including 9,000 visitors, brought a splash of colour to Benidorm for the city's legendary fancy dress parade. See the incredible costumes and join the fun!
Hippo's Magical Diwali Swim in Ganges River
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
Calabria's Festival-Led Village Revival
Discover how grassroots festivals celebrating local music, food and traditions are reversing depopulation trends and revitalising communities across Calabria, Italy's beautiful southern region.
Thailand's skies illuminated by ancient lantern festivals
Breathtaking photographs reveal Thailand's ancient lantern festivals transforming night skies into rivers of light as thousands celebrate renewal and hope.
Beaver Supermoon illuminates global celebrations and devotion
Stunning visual journey captures the intersection of celestial phenomena and cultural traditions as the Beaver Supermoon shines over diverse global celebrations and daily life moments.
Knitting Scandals: Fake Deaths & Drama in UK Yarn World
Exclusive investigation reveals fake deaths, manufactured wars and woke scams tearing apart the seemingly peaceful world of British yarn dyers and knitting festivals.
Jingle Bell Ball 2025: Full Lineup Revealed!
The wait is finally over! Capital FM has unveiled the star-studded lineup for Jingle Bell Ball 2025, featuring today's biggest pop sensations and legendary acts ready to transform London's O2 Arena into a winter wonderland.
Trump tariffs threaten Christmas festival cancellations
Traditional Sinterklaas celebrations in Rhinebeck and beyond could be cancelled as Dutch organisers struggle with soaring costs from Trump's aluminium and steel tariffs, putting festive traditions at risk.
NSW keeps sniffer dogs at festivals despite reform promise
The New South Wales government has failed to deliver on its promise to remove sniffer dogs from music festivals, leaving strip search policies unchanged despite previous commitments.
Why more Brits are going to gigs and festivals alone
Discover why attending gigs, festivals, and clubs solo is becoming Britain's latest cultural phenomenon, offering unexpected freedom and deeper musical connections.
Diwali 2025: Australia's Record Festival Celebrations
Australian cities transform into vibrant hubs of cultural celebration as Diwali 2025 breaks participation records, featuring spectacular light displays, traditional performances, and community feasts across the nation.
Diwali 2024: Complete Guide to UK Festival of Lights
Discover everything about Diwali - from its spiritual meaning to spectacular celebrations happening in UK cities. Learn how British communities mark this vibrant festival.
Ayodhya's record Diwali lamps overshadowed by Delhi pollution
As Ayodhya celebrated Diwali with a world-record 2.2 million lamps, Delhi faced a severe air quality emergency, highlighting India's environmental challenges during festival season.
Women's urinal Peequal cuts festival queues by 75%
A Bristol-based startup has designed the world's first portable female urinal system, cutting waiting times by 75% and transforming the festival experience for women across the UK.
Deadly fire destroys Rio museum in cultural catastrophe
A devastating overnight fire has destroyed Rio de Janeiro's Cultural Centre Mental Health museum, claiming multiple lives and incinerating priceless historical collections in Brazil's latest cultural tragedy.
The Last Dinner Party & Sudan Archives Stun London Festival
An unforgettable night of musical brilliance as The Last Dinner Party and Sudan Archives headline London's hottest new cultural event, After The Hunt, with Lazarus and Harlan Coben adding literary flair.
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.
Basel's Burning Snowman: Winter's Fiery Farewell
Discover Basel's unique 'Schnitzelbängg' tradition where giant snowmen meet dramatic flames in a spectacular winter celebration that draws crowds from across Europe.
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.
Israel accused of systematic book theft from Gaza libraries
An explosive Guardian investigation reveals how Israeli forces systematically looted thousands of Palestinian books and manuscripts from Gaza, raising urgent questions about cultural destruction in conflict zones.
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.
Pumpkin Power: How a Humble Gourd Conquered the World
Discover how the simple pumpkin transformed from seasonal sustenance into a worldwide cultural obsession, dominating October festivals and traditions across continents.
American in Britain: 4 Cultural Shocks Revealed
An American expat shares four unexpected cultural differences between US and UK life, from healthcare surprises to social etiquette quirks that every visitor should know.
DJ sues builder for £200k over 'bricked' festival performances
Top DJ Ben Malone takes builder to High Court over alleged botched renovation that left him unable to perform at major festivals including Glastonbury.
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
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