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War Reporter Peter Arnett Dies at 91

Peter Arnett, the legendary journalist who won a Pulitzer for his Vietnam coverage and reported live from Baghdad during the Gulf War, has died at 91. Read his remarkable story.

Spy Who Came In From The Cold: Stage Review

John Le Carré's classic Cold War novel gets a gripping stage adaptation at London's @sohoplace theatre. Emotional depth triumphs over spy clichés in this must-see production running until February 2026.

Atkinson's Revolutionary War books become graphic novels

Pulitzer-winning historian Rick Atkinson's acclaimed Revolutionary War trilogy is being adapted into a series of graphic editions. Discover how this project aims to bring history to new audiences ahead of the UK's 250th anniversary.

Russian commander sentenced to 15 years for POW crimes

In a groundbreaking war crimes case, a Ukrainian court has sentenced Russian military commander Dmitry Kurashov to 15 years imprisonment for brutal treatment of prisoners of war, marking a significant moment in accountability for wartime atrocities.

Russian soldier jailed for POW killing in Ukraine

In a landmark ruling, a Ukrainian court has sentenced a Russian soldier to 12 years imprisonment for the execution of a Ukrainian prisoner of war, setting a crucial precedent for wartime justice.

Cheney's Deathbed Confession: Iraq War About Oil

In a shocking deathbed revelation, former US Vice President Dick Cheney reportedly confessed that the 2003 Iraq invasion was primarily motivated by oil interests, contradicting years of official denials about Halliburton's role.

BBC's banned nuclear war drama director dies at 90

Discover the untold story of 'The War Game', the groundbreaking BBC drama so horrifyingly realistic about nuclear attack consequences that it was banned for 20 years, as its director passes away aged 90.

Dying: A Memoir Stage Adaptation Fails to Satisfy

Benjamin Law's theatrical adaptation of Cory Taylor's acclaimed memoir about mortality struggles to translate the book's poignant reflection to the stage, leaving audiences and critics unsatisfied.

Elmet's Haunting Theatre Triumph in Bradford

Fiona Mozley's Booker-shortlisted novel 'Elmet' receives a stunning theatrical adaptation at Bradford's Loading Bay theatre, delivering a powerful exploration of family, land, and vengeance in modern Yorkshire.

Hedda Gabler 2025: Meet the Star-Studded Cast

Discover the exciting new adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's masterpiece 'Hedda Gabler' coming to screens in 2025, featuring an impressive ensemble cast including Lily James, Sam Claflin and Ruth Wilson in this bold reimagining set in contemporary London.

Stephen King's 'Apt Pupil' Gets Chilling TV Adaptation

The master of horror's controversial 1982 novella about a teenage boy's dark obsession with a Nazi war criminal is being developed for television, promising to deliver King's most psychologically terrifying story to the small screen.

War Film Cast: The Real People Revealed

Discover the incredible true stories behind the cast of characters in the gripping new war film, from decorated heroes to ordinary soldiers facing extraordinary circumstances.

Beazley defends War Memorial's ban on Roberts-Smith book prize

Former Australian Governor-General Kim Beazley defends the Australian War Memorial's contentious decision to exclude a book about Ben Roberts-Smith from its annual prize, igniting a fierce national debate on honour, valour, and historical legacy.

'Best War Film Ever' Stuns Channel 4 Viewers

Channel 4's broadcast of the critically acclaimed 1993 film 'The War Game' has left audiences stunned, with many taking to social media to declare it the most powerful and harrowing war movie ever created.

Hollywood Bidding War For Beckham's Netflix Doc

Tinseltown is in a frenzy as major studios battle for the cinematic rights to David Beckham's hit Netflix series, 'Beckham'. Discover which A-list directors are vying to bring the football icon's story to the big screen.

Putin honours general sought by ICC for Ukraine war crimes

Vladimir Putin has provocatively awarded a 'Courage' medal to Russian General Sergei Kobylash, who is sought by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity in Ukraine, signalling a stark dismissal of international law.

Russian Missile Barrage Devastates Zaporizhzhia

A brutal Russian missile strike has torn through the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, leaving a trail of destruction, multiple casualties, and shattered residential buildings. Newly emerged footage captures the horrifying moment of impact and the immediate

Netflix Beats Spielberg for Thursday Murder Club Film

Netflix pulls off a stunning victory, securing the film rights to Richard Osman's bestselling novel 'The Thursday Murder Club', beating out Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment in a dramatic bidding war. Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan are in talks to

Russia Strikes Kyiv in Retaliation, UK Warns of Escalation

Russia launched a major missile attack on Kyiv, reportedly in retaliation for a Ukrainian strike on a Russian-linked British Council building. The UK government condemns the assault as intelligence points to further escalation.

Mirren & Kingsley Lead Thursday Murder Club Film

Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ben Kingsley are set to star in the hotly anticipated Netflix adaptation of Richard Osman's bestselling novel 'The Thursday Murder Club', directed by Chris Columbus.

Southern-Fried Shakespeare: A BBQ Hamlet Review

Theatre critic Patrick Marmion reviews a radical, raucous reimagining of Hamlet set in a Deep South BBQ joint, complete with karaoke, bourbon, and a foul-mouthed Prince of Denmark.

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