Tortured History of America's Culture Wars: From Piss Christ to Today
Isaac Butler's new book traces 1980s culture wars from Piss Christ to Mapplethorpe, examining how the religious right politicized art and what we can learn for today's battles.
Category : Entertainment
World Cup 2026: Fans Who Support Other Countries
Six fans explain why they don't support their home country in the World Cup, choosing teams based on players, passion, or personal connections.
James Taylor Review: Golden Baritone Shines Best Stripped Bare
James Taylor's golden baritone shines best when stripped bare at Edinburgh Castle, despite AI-style videos and overly slick band, his civility and grace cut through.
Wallace and Gromit Double Bill: A Close Shave and Loaf and Death
Two half-hour Wallace and Gromit classics, A Close Shave and A Matter of Loaf and Death, deliver action, romance, and visual gags in a cracking double bill of stop-motion entertainment.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Ali G Reboot: Outdated or Relevant?
Sacha Baron Cohen has secretly filmed a new Ali G movie, 24 years after the original. Critics question the character's relevance in a post-shame world, citing outdated humor and racial stereotyping.
Nadia Comaneci's Perfect 10s at 1976 Montreal Olympics
In July 1976, 14-year-old Nadia Comaneci became the first gymnast to score a perfect 10.0 at the Olympics, achieving it five times across events and revolutionizing the sport.
SS Great Britain Museum Reopens with ‘Warts and All’ History
A new museum at Bristol Dockyards presents a 'warts and all' history of the SS Great Britain, highlighting imperialism, migration, and the lives of those onboard Brunel's revolutionary ship.
TV's Top 20 Robots: From Bender to Kryten, Best Automatons
From mechanical mutts to android assassins, we count down the 20 best robots ever to grace the small screen, featuring Bender, Kryten, Data, and more.
French Media Laments 'Collective Failure' After World Cup Loss
French press reacts to France's World Cup semi-final defeat by Spain, calling it a 'collective failure' and 'demolished,' as expectations on Bastille Day ended in disappointment.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
The Oresteia Review: Simon Stone's Patchwork Tragedy
Simon Stone's The Oresteia at Bridge Theatre, starring Mary-Louise Parker and David Morrissey, reworks Aeschylus with modern twists, gripping yet flawed.
UK Fanzines Resurgent 50 Years After Punk, Defying AI
Five decades after punk bible Sniffin' Glue, DIY music fanzines are thriving in the UK as a form of resistance to algorithm fatigue and the hyper-capitalist music industry.
Joe Biden to Publish Memoir 'Promise Me, America' in November
Former President Joe Biden will release his memoir 'Promise Me, America' on November 17, covering his presidency, economy, and decision to drop re-election bid.
Proms 2025: Tom Service's Must-See New Music Premieres
Tom Service highlights must-see new music at the Proms 2025, including premieres by Josephine Stephenson, Jessie Montgomery, György Kurtág, and more.
Richard Dadd: Beyond Bedlam Exhibition Reexamines Asylum Artist
A new Royal Academy exhibition repositions Richard Dadd as an artist, not a patient, 43 years after he killed his father and was committed to Bethlem hospital. The show explores his fantastical paintings, including The Fairy Feller’s Master-Stroke, with a
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Sulayman and Shibe Beguile in Joyful Wigmore Hall Recital
Tenor Karim Sulayman and guitarist Sean Shibe performed a wide-ranging recital 'Broken Branches' at Wigmore Hall, blending cultures from Lebanese laments to Sephardic love songs, with spontaneous joy.
86 Beams of Light and ICE Out Protest: Photos of the Day
The Guardian's picture editors select photographs from around the world, including 86 beams of light for Nice attack victims and an ICE Out protest in New York.
Michael Donald on Photographing Jairzinho in Rio Favela
Photographer Michael Donald recounts shooting Jairzinho, a 1970 World Cup final goalscorer, in a Rio favela where a gun was pulled on his crew, highlighting the chaos behind the calm portrait.
Aldrin's Moon Pen Sells for Over $850,000
Buzz Aldrin's felt-tip pen, used to fix a broken circuit breaker and save the Apollo 11 mission, sold at Sotheby's for $857,600, exceeding estimates.
ITV and FOX: Boos at World Cup Were for Jerry Jones
ITV and FOX confirmed that boos during the World Cup semi-final were for Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, not FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who was shown on TV simultaneously.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Djed Spence Song Lyrics: World Cup Chant Full
England fans have created a viral chant for Djed Spence after his World Cup performance against Norway. The song, set to Bonnie Tyler's 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' celebrates his impact.
Ken Bruce Criticises BBC Over Younger Audience Focus
Former Radio 2 presenter Ken Bruce, 75, criticises BBC's focus on younger audiences, citing A Question Of Sport's demise as an example.
Coronation Street and Emmerdale Air Tonight Despite World Cup
Coronation Street and Emmerdale will air on ITV tonight (Wednesday, July 15) as usual, despite England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina being broadcast on BBC One.
Parveen Ashraf Back on Social Media After Husband's Tragic Death
Celebrity chef Parveen Ashraf, known as Parveen the Spice Queen, returns to Instagram after six months, sharing an emotional video about losing her husband of 38 years in a robbery in Ghana.
84% of UK Bestsellers Feature Murdered Women
Author Wendy Jones highlights that 84% of UK bestseller books involve women being murdered, prompting debate on gendered violence in literature and its societal impact.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Six Harry Potter Plot Holes Still Baffling Fans 15 Years On
Fifteen years after the final Harry Potter film, fans still question house sorting, Dumbledore's ethics, Voldemort's Horcruxes, the Killing Curse, underused dragons, and stereotypical character names.
Pinky Rings Are the Summer's Hottest Trend: Best to Shop
Pinky ring searches are up 41% in the UK, making them the must-have accessory of summer 2026. From Hailey Bieber to Dua Lipa, celebrities are embracing the trend. Here are the best pinky rings to buy, starting at £28.
Denshattack! Review: Jet Set Radio with Trains Is a Joyful Romp
Denshattack! is a bizarre, joyful arcade game where you kick-flip a train car through dystopian Japan. A love letter to the underground system, it's addictive fun despite tricky controls.
Emmerdale's Serena Sugden 'Not Really a Sugden' as Real Dad Exposed
Emmerdale fans believe newcomer Serena Sugden is not a true Sugden, speculating her biological father is Graham Foster after suspicious behavior and police station visit.
Death in Paradise Fans Want More Recurring Local Characters
Death in Paradise viewers are calling for more involvement from recurring characters like the taxi driver, arguing the show needs more local flavour beyond Selwyn and Catherine.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Corrie Fans Stunned by Voices of Toys Connie and Trevor
Coronation Street viewers discover that Trevor the dinosaur is voiced by BAFTA winner Charlie Cooper (This Country) and Connie by Ruth Bratt (People Just Do Nothing), leaving fans gobsmacked.
Page 600 of 1928
