PETA Urges BBC to Make Next Doctor Who Time Lord Vegan
PETA has written to the BBC urging them to make the 16th Doctor openly vegan, arguing it aligns with the character's history of compassion and kindness.
Category : Arts
Rare chance to see St George's Hall Minton tile floor
St George's Hall in Liverpool reveals its rare Minton tile floor from July 17 to September 2, 2026, with guided tours, workshops, and live performances, after attracting 20,000 visitors in 2023.
Nolan's Odyssey: A Modern Hero's Guilt vs Homer's Epic
Emily Hauser reviews Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, arguing the film reshapes Homer's hero into a guilt-ridden modern leader, sidelining female nuance and complexity.
Farage's World Cup Dream vs England's Reality
Ella Baron's cartoon contrasts Nigel Farage's World Cup ambitions with England's early exit, highlighting political grandstanding.
Florence Welch's mother calls arts cuts 'absolutely tragic'
Prof Evelyn Welch, incoming Russell Group chair and mother of singer Florence Welch, says cuts to arts and humanities are 'absolutely tragic', citing her daughter's success as proof of the value of creative education.
Munch's Freia Frieze: Art and Exploitation in Oslo Show
An exhibition at Oslo's Munch Museum reveals the dark history behind Edvard Munch's 1922 Freia frieze, linking it to cocoa exploitation, workers' rights, and gender inequality.
Renzo Piano's Glass Cube Leads Stirling Prize Shortlist
Paddington Square, an 18-storey glass cube by Renzo Piano, is the standout on a Stirling Prize shortlist dominated by brick buildings. The tower, a scaled-down version of a rejected 72-storey plan, shapes a new public realm at Paddington Station.
Madelon Vriesendorp Review: Skyscraper Sex Visions at Soane's
The Dutch artist and architect Madelon Vriesendorp's exhibition 'Mind Games' at Sir John Soane's Museum features her raunchy drawings of copulating skyscrapers, exploring the surreal history of New York and the climate crisis.
Jude Bellingham's Grandfather Was on Mastermind in 1987
Jude Bellingham's grandfather William 'Bill' Bellingham competed on BBC's Mastermind in 1987, scoring 15 points. The footballer often thinks of his patriotic grandad during England's national anthem.
Scottish Forest Where The Odyssey Was Filmed
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey features Culbin Forest in Moray, Scotland, as a filming location. The forest, known for its biodiversity and folklore, appears in a scene with Matt Damon's Odysseus fighting man-eating giants.
I Play Rocky Trailer Stuns Fans with Perfect Stallone Portrayal
The trailer for I Play Rocky, a biopic about Sylvester Stallone's struggle to make Rocky, has amassed 5.5 million views on YouTube, with fans praising Anthony Ippolito's portrayal as 'perfect.'
Zoe Saldaña on Longevity, Controversy, and Oscar Win
Oscar-winning Zoe Saldaña, the highest-grossing actor ever, discusses longevity, embracing controversy in 'Emilia Pérez', and her career legacy.
Dr Hauser on Women in The Odyssey and Nolan's Film
Dr Emily Hauser argues that Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey sidelines women like Penelope and Helen, missing the chance to highlight the real historical women behind Homer's epic.
33 Best Facials in London: Top Treatments for Every Skin Concern
Discover London's 33 best facials, from high-tech to holistic. Expert picks for glow, lift, hydration, and skin health at top clinics.
Fans Hail Vicky Myers' Heartbreaking Corrie Performance
Fans were left in tears by Vicky Myers' raw portrayal of Lisa Connor-Swain as her daughter Betsy suffered a stroke after being strangled during consensual sex.
70 Years of The Cavern Club Exhibition at Museum of Liverpool
A major exhibition celebrating 70 years of The Cavern Club will open at the Museum of Liverpool in 2027, charting its history from jazz club to Beatles birthplace and UNESCO City of Music icon.
1931 Hollywood Explosion Killed 27 Actors and Dog on Set
In 1931, a tragic explosion on the set of the Hollywood film The Viking killed 27 actors, the director, and a dog named Cabot, making it one of the deadliest film production accidents in history.
Artificial Island Older Than Stonehenge Found in Scottish Loch
Archaeologists have discovered that an artificial island in Loch Bhorgastail, Isle of Lewis, is built on a timber platform dating to 3500–3300 BC, making it older than Stonehenge.
5 Paint Colours That Make Small Living Rooms Appear Larger
Interior expert Lisa O'Hanlon shares five paint colours that make small living rooms appear bigger, including white, pale blue, emerald green, lavender, and navy.
Curious Festival 2025: Mosquitoes, Stained Glass, Democracy
The Curious festival in September will feature 34 free events, including talks on Scottish mosquitoes, democracy, and a stained glass mystery at Dunfermline Abbey, with speakers like Sir John Curtice and Louise Welsh.
Jesy Nelson Documentary Drops This Week
Jesy Nelson's new documentary 'Life Changing' drops July 17 on Prime Video, revealing her twin daughters' SMA diagnosis and her campaign for newborn screening.
Channel 4's 'Army of Shadows' Filming Begins in Liverpool
Filming for Channel 4's gripping period drama 'Army of Shadows' has begun in Liverpool, featuring Rivals star Alex Hassell, Kit Harington, and America Ferrera.
Prince Harry and William Urged to Heal Rift Before It's Too Late
Prince Harry and Prince William should reconcile before it's too late, taking inspiration from Oasis brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher who reunited after 15 years.
Hidden Creatures Review: Parasites' Revolting Yet Awesome World
Dino Martins' book explores parasites from maggots to viruses, blending lyrical nature writing, taxonomy, and horror, while celebrating the inventiveness of life.
Long-Wearing Liquid Eyeshadows: Effortless Beauty
Discover the power of long-wearing liquid eyeshadows that offer a polished look with minimal effort. Sali Hughes reviews top picks including Mac, Make Up By Mario, and REM Beauty.
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.
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
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.
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