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Emily Wilson slams Nolan's 'The Odyssey' as shallow
Emily Wilson, whose Odyssey translation Nolan praised, calls his film grandiose, superficial, and lacking depth, with abysmal writing and underdeveloped characters.
Photos of the day: scorched earth, melting glacier, global events
Scorched ground after a wildfire in Spain, a melting Rhone glacier in Switzerland, and protests in Albania and Philippines feature in Monday's photos.
Harper Beckham Launches Beauty Brand Without Beckham Name
Harper Beckham, 15, files trademark for Harlo by Harper, a skincare brand launching next year. The name avoids the Beckham surname to protect her from family brand pressures.
Aldi beats Waitrose in value strawberry taste test
Food reviewer Becca compared Aldi, Tesco and Waitrose strawberries. Aldi's wonky berries scored 9/10 for value, Waitrose matched for flavour at £4, Tesco deemed tasteless.
100-year-old poker pro shares winning tips and longevity secret
Britain's oldest poker player, 100-year-old Ivor Ward, reveals his strategies for poker and life, from reading body language to embracing modern algorithms.
Laura Donnelly teases return of STV drama The Dark
Outlander star Laura Donnelly hints at season two of The Dark as the Scottish detective drama airs its finale tonight on STV.
Long-lost Rubens painting sells for €2.3m at auction
Long-lost Rubens painting of crucified Christ sells for €2.3m at auction in Paris, discovered in a mansion after centuries hidden.
Center Parcs expanding Dozing Duck gastropub to more UK villages
Center Parcs is opening new Dozing Duck gastropubs at Longford Forest and Elveden Forest, following the success of the Sherwood Forest original.
Barack Obama to return to UK for live interview tour
Former US president Barack Obama will tour the UK in October with live on-stage interviews in Belfast, Glasgow, and Manchester.
Ninette de Valois: Founder of the Royal Ballet School in 1926
The Royal Ballet School was founded in 1926 by Dame Ninette de Valois, a key figure in British ballet history.
National Portrait Gallery Acquires Charli XCX Portrait
The National Portrait Gallery has acquired a 2024 portrait of Charli XCX by British photographer Harley Weir, now on display in the History Makers space.
Sir Grayson Perry's 'The American Dream' Permanently Acquired by National Galleries Scotland
National Galleries Scotland acquires Sir Grayson Perry's satirical print 'The American Dream' for the nation, now at Modern One.
Filipino Photographer Captures Spearfishers Battling Storm at Laiya Beach
Easelyn Pineda captures spearfishers in storm at Laiya Beach; image shortlisted in Sony World Photography Awards.
Edinburgh Festival Stars Pay Tribute to Robin Williams
Edinburgh festival performers pay tribute to Robin Williams, recalling his spontaneity, loneliness, and influence on comedy.
Art UK Hits 1 Million Artworks in Digital Public Archive
Art UK reaches one million digitised public artworks; Ben Terrett appointed new chair as charity celebrates 10 years.
Barbican arts director Devyani Saltzman to leave amid leadership shake-up
Devyani Saltzman leaves Barbican months after revealing creative vision, as new CEO oversees major refurbishment.
Turner Prize Shortlist Announced for 2025
Four artists shortlisted for Turner Prize, including painters, a sculptor, and a photographer. Exhibition to be held in Bradford.
'The Man Who Knew Infinity' Netflix Drama Wows Audiences
Netflix's period drama 'The Man Who Knew Infinity' mesmerizes viewers, who compare it to 'Oppenheimer' and 'A Beautiful Mind.' The biopic follows mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan.
Sally Rooney Declines UK Literary Award Over Arrest Concerns Linked to Palestine Action Support
Irish author Sally Rooney unable to collect Sky Arts award due to fears of arrest for supporting Palestine Action, a banned UK group.
Marlow Moss: The British Artist Who Influenced Mondrian
Marlow Moss, a British cross-dressing lesbian artist, influenced Piet Mondrian's double-line technique. Now enjoying a revival, her work is reassessed and exhibited globally.
Women ditch straighteners after using £65 Merwave kit
Women are binning hair straighteners after using Merwave's £65 Wavy Hair Starter Kit, which has been featured in the Love Island villa and helped users discover their natural waves.
Risks Revealed for Bayeux Tapestry's Secret Journey to UK
French officials reveal extensive precautions for Bayeux Tapestry's secret transport to UK, despite conservators' fears of damage to the fragile 11th-century embroidery.
Drama School That Spotted Owen Cooper Inspires Northern Talent
How Drama MOB in Manchester, which trained Owen Cooper (star of Netflix's Adolescence), has grown from a small class to a northern talent powerhouse.
Bosko the Flying Cat: How a Black Kitten Healed an Artist's Grief
Artist Gary Baseman's grief over his cat Blackie was healed by Bosko, a black kitten who could jump 7ft and inspired his art. Bosko died suddenly in 2024.
Regional Galleries Join Forces to Showcase Women Artists
Three UK galleries collaborate on Making Her Mark, a touring exhibition highlighting female artists including Tracey Emin and Barbara Hepworth.
Frank Bowling’s Journey from Social Conscience to Abstract Freedom
Fitzwilliam Museum exhibition traces Frank Bowling's shift from social art to abstract freedom, highlighting key works and his move to New York.
1887 Painting 'Mors Imperator' Returns to Berlin After Scandal
Hermione von Preuschen's 1887 painting 'Mors Imperator', rejected for fear it mocked the German emperor, is displayed at Berlin's Alte Nationalgalerie.
Rolling Stones bandmates wish Mick Jagger happy 83rd birthday
Sir Mick Jagger's Rolling Stones bandmates past and present have wished him a happy 83rd birthday, just weeks after the band released their latest studio album Foreign Tongues.
Manchester Day 2026: Catalan Giants and Community Parade
Thousands celebrated Manchester Day 2026 with a parade featuring 600 performers from 25 community groups, Catalan gegants from Barcelona, and a book-themed finale on Albert Square.
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