Amyl and The Sniffers gig cancelled, band donates fee
A free Amyl and The Sniffers concert in Melbourne was shut down due to safety fears after crowd surge. The band responded by donating their fee as bar tabs across the city. Read the full story.
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Southport's Year of Cultural Healing After Attack
Southport launches 'Sefton Year of Culture 2026' - a 12-month cultural programme designed to unite and heal the community following the devastating June attack, featuring major events and local talent showcases.
Museum of Youth Culture Opens in London's Soho
Discover the vibrant history of British youth culture at London's newest museum, featuring rare photographs, fashion, and memorabilia from decades of teenage rebellion and style.
Bob Vylan Manchester gig cancelled after Jewish group complaint
Punk duo Bob Vylan's Manchester performance was abruptly cancelled after concerns raised by the Jewish Representative Council, sparking debate about free speech and antisemitism in music.
DPD drivers claim revenge sackings over pay cut protests
Delivery giant DPD faces allegations of systematically firing drivers who spoke out against significant pay reductions, raising concerns about workers' rights in the gig economy.
Stand-Up Disaster: When Audience Actually Laughed
Guardian columnist Tim Dowling recounts the terrifying moment his comedy routine went unexpectedly right when disaster struck during a live performance.
UK Launches Search for Town of Culture 2027
The government launches a nationwide search for England's next Town of Culture, focusing on communities that feel excluded from Britain's cultural narrative. Winning locations will receive funding and recognition to boost local arts and regeneration.
Kid Rock's Halloween Cross-Dressing Fury Over Woke Culture
Rock musician Kid Rock sparks controversy after declaring he wants to dress as a woman for Halloween, triggering heated debate about gender expression and cancel culture in latest celebrity outburst.
World's First Youth Culture Museum Opens in UK
Discover the groundbreaking Museum of Youth Culture opening in England, celebrating 100 years of teenage fashion, music and rebellion across generations.
UK cracks down on illegal migrants in food delivery apps
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood launches sweeping immigration crackdown targeting food delivery platforms, requiring stringent right-to-work checks to combat illegal employment.
Home Office threatens Deliveroo riders with deportation
The UK government is targeting migrant delivery riders with removal warnings, sparking outrage from Labour and migrant rights organisations over hostile environment tactics.
Uber Eats driver carjacked at knifepoint in London
A delivery driver was violently carjacked by knife-wielding thieves in Croydon while making an Uber Eats delivery, in a terrifying attack that highlights growing safety concerns for gig economy workers.
American diners stunned by UK restaurant service culture
An American expat's viral observations reveal the stark contrasts between US and UK waitstaff culture, from tipping expectations to server interactions.
996 Work Culture: Global Burnout Crisis
Explore the global spread of China's controversial '996' working culture and its devastating impact on employee wellbeing, productivity, and work-life balance across industries.
Beijing's Delivery Riders: Stories of China's Gig Economy
A groundbreaking collection reveals the hidden struggles of China's gig economy workers, exposing the human cost behind Beijing's convenience culture through powerful fictional narratives.
Cruz Beckham's girlfriend Jackie Apostel revealed at gig
Exclusive: David and Victoria Beckham's son Cruz makes rare public appearance with girlfriend Jackie Apostel at secret London gig, spark romance rumours and fan frenzy.
Cruz Beckham rocks out with The Kooks at London pub
David and Victoria Beckham's son Cruz Beckham was spotted enjoying an electrifying performance by The Kooks at a packed London pub, joined by girlfriend Jackie Apostel who was moved to tears by the emotional performance in front of just 100 lucky fans.
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.
Cruz Beckham's pub gig debut rocks London venue
Cruz Beckham, the 20-year-old son of football legend David and fashion icon Victoria, made his musical debut at a packed London pub, showcasing his rock ambitions to an enthusiastic crowd.
Newsom signs AB7, reshaping California worker classification
Governor Gavin Newsom signs landmark AB7 legislation, creating seismic changes to California's employment landscape and sparking intense debate about worker classification.
American expats reveal UK culture shocks
From baffling banking practices to unexpected social norms, discover the real challenges Americans encounter when starting a new life in Britain.
HMRC's 4-Day Rule: Workers Face £3,000 Side Income Fines
Millions of workers with second jobs or side hustles must declare additional income to HMRC within four days or face substantial penalties under new crackdown rules.
Beijing Parcel Delivery: The Brutal Truth Exposed
Hu Anyan's powerful memoir 'I Deliver Parcels in Beijing' reveals the brutal truth behind China's gig economy, where delivery riders face exhaustion, exploitation and urban isolation in their relentless pursuit of the Chinese Dream.
DPD couriers face devastating pay cuts as rates slashed
DPD delivery drivers across the UK are facing substantial earnings losses after the parcel giant implemented significant rate reductions, sparking outrage among couriers.
Bob Vylan Manchester gig cancelled after political pressure
A Manchester concert by punk band Bob Vylan has been abruptly cancelled following intervention from Conservative MPs and Jewish community leaders who raised safety concerns.
Robbie Williams cancels Turkey concert over security fears
British pop icon Robbie Williams abruptly cancels Istanbul performance citing 'logistical and security concerns' amid heightened terrorism alerts, disappointing thousands of fans.
Storm Amy cancels Jason Manford's Manchester gig
Comedian Jason Manford's Manchester performance was abruptly cancelled as Storm Amy battered the city, leaving disappointed fans but prioritising audience safety during severe weather conditions.
California drivers win historic union rights
In a groundbreaking victory for gig economy workers, California has passed legislation granting ride-hailing drivers collective bargaining rights, potentially reshaping the industry nationwide.
Jason Manford cancels gig as Storm Amy hits UK
Popular comedian Jason Manford disappoints fans as severe weather conditions from Storm Amy force last-minute performance cancellation, highlighting the ongoing battle against Britain's unpredictable weather.
Elizabeth Taylor: The Original Celebrity Queen Before Swift
Discover how Hollywood icon Elizabeth Taylor pioneered celebrity culture decades before Taylor Swift, from media obsession to business empire building.
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