Robyn Hitchcock: 'I was a self-centred little horror'
Robyn Hitchcock discusses his new album 'The Confuser', moving to Nashville, and his legacy as a cult psych rocker. He reflects on his influences, memoirs, and the contradictions of his career.
Robyn Hitchcock discusses his new album 'The Confuser', moving to Nashville, and his legacy as a cult psych rocker. He reflects on his influences, memoirs, and the contradictions of his career.
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Architectural historian Jennifer Alexander argues that 'witches' marks' on historic buildings are actually stonemasons' training marks, with no evidence of supernatural meaning.
Rachel Roddy honors Michèle Roberts' simplified Napoleonic chicken saute with tomatoes and mushrooms, a dish celebrating friendship over war, from Roberts' new cookbook French Cooking for Two.
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RecommendedJinwar, a women-only commune in north-east Syria, offers safety and independence to women escaping war, violence, and hardship, with residents building their own homes, school, and community.
The Traitors US climax sees Alan Cumming in outrageous outfits; Who Do You Think You Are? reveals Ruth Madeley's southern roots; plus The Marlow Murder Club and more.
South African photographer Sabelo Mlangeni, known for documenting queer and rural communities, has won the James Barnor prize. His work captures the 'soul of the community' through deep immersion.
Birds of prey, Viking raids, and mythical beasts feature in Kynren: the Storied Lands, a new day show opening next week in Bishop Auckland, part of a cultural renaissance led by the Auckland Project.
A young boy and his siblings stay with their aunt in the West Country during the 1976 heatwave in this haunting debut about adult neglect and survival.
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RecommendedMarks & Spencer will stage its first London Fashion Week catwalk show in September, celebrating 100 years in fashion as part of a strategy to attract younger shoppers and shed its frumpy reputation.
Gary got a free festival ticket and agreed to split the cost of a second one for Rita, but now he won't stop calling it a favour. Rita feels burdened and may not want to go. You decide who is the party pooper.
Syd discusses her new album 'Beard,' the return of the Internet, and her struggles in Odd Future, where she felt isolated and called two of the group's three meetings.
Netflix's reboot of Little House on the Prairie updates the classic for 2026, blending tradwifery with modern themes. Expect at least three songs per episode, complex characters, and a cosy pioneer world.
As star-studded events mark Allen Ginsberg's centennial, estate keeper Peter Hale discusses the poet's genius, his Nambla ties, and why his work still resonates.
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RecommendedBonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer known for Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a Hero, has died at 75. Her family announced her unexpected passing in Portugal.
Richard Malone creates fabric sculptures for the EU Council buildings as Ireland takes the presidency, challenging traditional Irish art narratives and elevating overlooked crafts.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer famous for 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' and 'Holding Out for a Hero,' has died at age 75. Her career spanned five decades, from 1970s breakthroughs to Eurovision and beyond.
Bonnie Tyler, the 80s pop legend known for 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' and 'It's a Heartache', has died aged 75. Her career featured two distinct global success periods, from country-tinged hits to Steinman-produced epics.
Marriage rates are declining, but the appeal of a vicarious celebrity wedding like Taylor Swift's is stronger than ever, reflecting changing social norms.
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RecommendedOur must-see picks for MIFF 2026: Channing Tatum in a hard-hitting drama, Hugo Weaving in a new TV series, a VR experience, and a film from a chicken's perspective.
Tammy Beaumont announces retirement from international cricket ahead of England's first women's Test at Lord's against India, adding poignancy to the historic match five days after T20 World Cup final loss.
Jack White's new album Frozen Charlotte delivers brutal, squalid blues-rock that embraces fan service, but lacks stylistic variance compared to his previous No Name.
Harry Kane's journey from a near-goalkeeper to England's all-time top scorer at World Cups, driven by resilience and self-belief, as recalled by coaches and mentors.
Charlie Kirk's assassination ten months ago has not stopped his online proliferation—but now as a meme. Crude jokes, 'Kirkification' trends, and ironic tributes dominate, marking a seismic shift from posthumous reverence to widespread mockery among young
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RecommendedHeated Rivalry spawns four musical parodies at Edinburgh Fringe. Creators explain why musical theatre and steamy hockey action blend perfectly, with no rivalry between shows.
Brian Potter, the versatile British songwriter and producer behind hits like Rhinestone Cowboy and It Only Takes a Minute, has died aged 87 after living with Alzheimer's disease.
The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture marks 100 years of preserving Black history, with over 11 million items showcasing global African diaspora culture and counter-narratives.
The Guardian's picture editors curate global images: UK heatwave swans, Trump's mid-flight press conference, Iran's Khamenei burial, Bolivia's Chola Paceña pageant, and more.
Ahead of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey', we rank the top 20 films based on myths, legends, and fables, from 'Clash of the Titans' to 'Orphée'.
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RecommendedAnton Lesser narrates Homer's The Odyssey in a classic audiobook, using Ian Johnston's translation. The 12-hour 45-minute recording brings gods, monsters, and Odysseus's journey home to vivid life.