Polish Dance Group in Manchester Seeks Boys for Cultural Roots
Mlody Polonez, a Polish dance group in Manchester, is appealing for boys to join as they celebrate their tenth anniversary, aiming to break gender stereotypes in folk dance.
Category : Arts
10 Ways David Hockney Changed Art Forever
David Hockney transformed art through perspective, photography, monumental landscapes, digital innovation, and more. Explore his lasting impact on painting, portraiture, and theatre.
UK's Most Beautiful Japanese Garden in London Tranquil Escape
Discover Kyoto Garden in Holland Park, London, hailed as the UK's most beautiful garden. Featuring cherry blossoms, koi carp, and waterfalls, it offers a serene Japanese escape.
Craig Revel Horwood Gave Anton Du Beke 'Right B******ing'
Craig Revel Horwood reveals he gave Anton Du Beke a stern telling-off for being late, sparking an early feud between the Strictly judges. The pair discuss their new podcast Judgemental.
Kate's Diana Tribute at Trooping the Colour
Princess Catherine wore a powder-blue Catherine Walker outfit at Trooping the Colour, echoing Princess Diana's iconic style from 45 years ago, in a touching tribute.
Kate Middleton's Trooping the Colour Outfit Nods to Diana
Kate Middleton wore a powder blue Catherine Walker dress at Trooping the Colour, a subtle homage to Princess Diana who loved the designer and similar shades.
The Script Play Surprise Pub Gig After Take That Concert
The Script played a surprise gig at Malone's Irish Bar in Glasgow after opening for Take That at Hampden Park, performing hits like Hall of Fame and The Man Who Can't Be Moved.
Newcastle's High Friar Street Erased by Eldon Square Centre
High Friar Street, a medieval Newcastle lane, was demolished in the 1970s for Eldon Square Shopping Centre. Its history includes being the birthplace of Richard Grainger and housing the Crown and Sceptre pub.
King's Official Birthday Celebrated with Trooping the Colour
The King celebrated his official birthday with Trooping the Colour, a ceremony showcasing British Army pageantry, attended by the Princess of Wales, her children, and thousands of spectators.
Aigburth Arms: Birthplace of Red Dwarf
The Aigburth Arms in Liverpool is a pilgrimage site for sci-fi fans as the birthplace of cult sitcom Red Dwarf. Landlady Louise Delaney shares its unique history.
Hill House Restoration Reaches Critical Stage With Cement Removal
Removal of cement render from Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Hill House marks critical stage in restoration project to dry out the building.
Lyse Doucet Wins Women's Prize for Afghan Hotel Book
BBC correspondent Lyse Doucet wins Women's Prize for Nonfiction for 'The Finest Hotel in Kabul', highlighting Afghanistan's history and Taliban oppression of women.
Words Do Not Stop When Bombing Begins: Literature in Wartime
The Guardian editorial argues that war fuels rather than destroys writing, as seen in Ukraine, Sudan, Myanmar, and Gaza, where literature serves as survival, resistance, and hope.
David Hockney Remembered: Artists Pay Tribute
Artists and cultural figures celebrate the life and work of David Hockney, the revolutionary British painter who shaped modern art with his vibrant pools, portraits, and unending curiosity.
David Hockney, Iconic British Artist, Dies at 88
David Hockney, whose vibrant paintings of Los Angeles pools and Yorkshire landscapes became icons of 20th-century art, has died at 88. He was one of the UK's most treasured artists.
Disclosure Day to Kelsey Lu: Week's Best Reviews
Steven Spielberg's sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day and Kelsey Lu's inventive album lead this week's top-rated culture picks, including TV, film, books, and music.
Inventing Names for My Worst Traits: Becky Barnicoat Cartoon
Becky Barnicoat's cartoon humorously explores the habit of giving creative names to one's own flaws, turning self-criticism into a quirky art form.
David Hockney’s Lifelong Love of Smoking: A Rebellious Habit
Explore David Hockney's lifelong love of smoking, his battles with authority, and how he saw it as an inalienable right. A look at his rebellious habit.
'Waterfalls saved me': Photographer with ADHD and anxiety finds healing in nature
Photographer John Arnison, who has ADHD and anxiety, says photographing waterfalls at night has healed his soul over 25 years.
Mind-Bending Ambigrams: Words That Flip and Mirror
Explore ambigrams, words with mirror or upside-down symmetry, featuring designs by Douglas Hofstadter and readers.
Cecily Brown's Nature-Tastic Art Blooms at Serpentine Gallery
Cecily Brown's nature-inspired works bloom at Serpentine Gallery; plus other London exhibitions featuring ceramics, sculpture, and Indigenous Australian art.
Tiny Texas Math Zine Puzzles Readers
Hyde Park Math Zine, a tiny puzzle publication in Austin, Texas, has a print run of 30 copies and is distributed locally.
Pride Cymru 2026: Thousands Join Huge Parade in Cardiff
Pride Cymru 2026 returns to Cardiff with a vibrant parade, live performances, and celebrations of equality. Thousands gather to paint the city in rainbow colors.
Andean Artist Wins Major UK Art Prize for Eco-Focused Work
Andean artist Antonio Paucar wins Artes Mundi prize in Wales, plans to use £40,000 to build a cultural centre in Peru.
Dan Dare Reboot: First Contact Graphic Novel Announced
Dan Dare returns in a new graphic novel 'First Contact' by Alex de Campi and Marc Laming, updating the classic space hero for modern audiences.
Pride Cymru 2026: Thousands Join Parade in Cardiff
Pride Cymru 2026 is underway in Cardiff with a huge parade. Thousands celebrate equality and diversity with performances, stalls, and festivities.
Bayeux Tapestry Insured for £800m for UK Exhibition
The Bayeux tapestry will be insured for £800m when it returns to the UK in 2026, on display at the British Museum under the Government Indemnity Scheme.
James Norton's 'A Little Life' Divides Critics with Relentless Trauma
James Norton's 'A Little Life' gets mixed reviews, praised for performance but criticized for relentless trauma in stage adaptation of Yanagihara's novel.
Dear American Gays: Welcome to London, But Tone It Down
A British writer asks American gay men moving to London to respect local etiquette and dial down the exuberance to preserve the city's unique queer culture.
Placebo to score RSC production of Brecht's Arturo Ui
Placebo to score RSC production of Brecht's The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui, starring Mark Gatiss, opening in April.
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