Minions & Monsters Review: Smart Premise Descends Into Chaos
The seventh Minions film starts with a clever silent-era Hollywood homage but quickly reverts to repetitive gibberish and chaos, lacking emotional resonance.
Category : Arts
David Bowie Archive to Tour UK with Over 100 Rare Artefacts
The V&A's David Bowie archive goes on its first national tour this winter, featuring more than 100 pieces including Ziggy costumes, childhood saxophone, and a rejected Simpsons script.
Ana Mendieta: Art, Death, and London Exhibition
Ana Mendieta's groundbreaking art and her suspicious death in 1985 are explored ahead of a major Tate Modern exhibition. Friends recall her genius and the controversial trial of her husband Carl Andre.
Grandma's Vintage Style Captured in Cairo by Photographer Granddaughter
Farida Mahdy's project 'Grandma and the Fur Coat' documents her grandmother Ehsan Ouf's celebrity-like style from the 1970s-80s, including matching cigarette colors to outfits.
Depraved by Daisy Dixon Review – Dark and Dangerous Art
In Depraved, philosopher Daisy Dixon examines controversial artworks from Titian to video games, exploring how art can be immoral and what we should do about it.
Horror Movies Depict Therapists on Verge of Breakdown
Films like 'If I Had Legs I’d Kick You' and 'Smile' show therapists unraveling, reflecting a cultural shift as more people seek therapy and cinema explores flawed practitioners.
Swamp Dwellers Review: Rare Soyinka Drama a Revelation
Mojisola Kareem's excellent production of Wole Soyinka's 1958 play, unseen in the UK for over 50 years, brings grand historical scope to a story of Nigeria in transition at Sheffield's intimate Utopia theatre.
Coventry Cathedral Glass Screen Damaged in Music Event Setup
A panel of John Hutton's west screen at Coventry Cathedral, a 20th-century masterpiece, was cracked by a ladder during setup for an Illuminated Orchestra concert on 22 May, raising concerns about events damaging religious architecture.
Ai Weiwei: Button Up! Review – Skeleton Chandeliers and Silly Lego
Ai Weiwei's 'Button Up!' exhibition at Aviva Studios, Manchester, critiques colonialism, war, and migration with monumental sculptures, including a 100-metre inflatable dinghy and a reconstructed temple.
Wimbledon Sells Gin and Tonic Scented Candles for £45
Wimbledon shop sells gin and tonic, strawberries and cream, and fresh cut grass scented candles for £45. Pimm's costs £13.45, up £1.20 from last year. Fans queue 20 minutes to smell candles.
Netflix's Bad Bridgets Casts Stranger Things, Alan Partridge Stars
Netflix's period drama 'Bad Bridgets' adds Colin Farrell, Charlie Heaton, Steve Coogan, Domhnall Gleeson, Himesh Patel, and more to its star-studded cast.
Duchess Sophie Debuts Bold New Bob Hairstyle, Fans Rave
Duchess Sophie of Edinburgh debuted a blunt bob with side fringe at the Groundswell festival, her first major haircut in 15 years. Royal fans praised the chic, youthful look on social media.
Prince Andrew Makes Rare Public Appearance at Sandringham Horse Driving Trials
Prince Andrew made a rare public appearance at the Sandringham Horse Driving Trials to support the Duchess of Edinburgh, his first outing since his downfall.
Climate Fiction Prize Winner Helen Phillips on AI and Climate
American author Helen Phillips won the Climate Fiction Prize for her novel 'Hum', exploring a world where AI and climate change intertwine. She discusses anxiety, ethical consumption, and the cost of technology.
Egyptian Photographer's Phone Snap of Sardine Fishermen Wins Top Award
Ahmad Mansour's mobile phone photo of Egyptian sardine fishermen wins top photography award, capturing a vanishing way of life.
Emmerdale's Lewis Leaves Town After Shocking Paternity Reveal
Lewis Barton flees Emmerdale after learning Kev Townsend is his biological father, leaving Kev devastated and hinting at another possible exit.
Zendaya's 'Challengers' Leaves BBC iPlayer in 27 Days
Zendaya's 2024 sports drama 'Challengers' is only available on BBC iPlayer for 27 more days. The film has an 88% Rotten Tomatoes score and rave reviews.
Marcus Rashford's Former Teacher Reveals Student Days
A former teacher of Marcus Rashford shares insights into his character as a student at primary school in Wythenshawe, describing him as 'genuine' and 'down to earth'.
Mum's Baby Name 'Maple' Gets 'Sounds Like a Pet' Reactions
A mum shared her chosen baby name Maple on Reddit, but commenters overwhelmingly said it sounds like a dog's name. The post sparked debate on unique names.
Nazi-Looted Chagall Painting Returned After 80 Years
Nazi-looted painting by Lovis Corinth returned to Jewish family's descendants after 80 years, first restitution by Royal Museums of Fine Arts in Brussels.
Tesco Lasagne Taste Test: Only One Worth Buying
Angela Patrone tried every Tesco own brand lasagne ready meal. The vegetable lasagne scored 9/10, while the Finest Lasagne Al Forno disappointed at 3/10.
National Indigenous Art Triennial Opens at National Gallery of Australia
The 5th National Indigenous Art Triennial, 'After the Rain', opens at the National Gallery of Australia, featuring works by 57 artists including a stained-glass recreation of Albert Namatjira's home.
Netflix's 'The Leopard' Hailed as Exquisite Period Drama
Netflix's 'The Leopard' is being called a 'sublime and exquisite masterpiece,' rivalling Bridgerton and Downton Abbey with its lavish costumes and stellar performances.
Poet Threatens Legal Action Against Arts Council England Over Gender Views
Poet Abigail Ottley threatens legal action against Arts Council England after magazine withdrew her poem over gender-critical social media posts.
David Bowie Exhibition Tour UK with Rare Items
A major touring exhibition featuring 100 items from the V&A's David Bowie archive, including never-before-seen Ziggy Stardust costumes and instruments, will launch at V&A Dundee in November and tour the UK through 2028.
Ex-Coronation Street Star Lands Role in Practical Magic 2
Former Coronation Street actress Cassie Bradley has been cast as a young witch named Hannah in the upcoming sequel Practical Magic 2, starring alongside Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman.
Elliot Page Shows Off Ripped Six-Pack After Boxing Transformation
Elliot Page unveils a ripped six-pack after getting 'hooked' on boxing, crediting coach Nolan Hanson for his dramatic body transformation.
Victim Speaks Out in Rolf Harris Documentary
A victim speaks out for the first time in the harrowing new Prime Video documentary 'Rolf Harris: Primetime Predator', which details the late TV presenter's decades of abuse.
Michael Byrne Dies at 82: Corrie and Indiana Jones Star
Michael Byrne, known for Coronation Street, Indiana Jones, and Braveheart, has died at 82. His 60-year career included roles in James Bond, Harry Potter, and more.
Harrowing Rolf Harris True Crime Doc Now Streaming on Prime
Rolf Harris: Primetime Predator, a two-part documentary on Prime Video, reveals never-before-heard victim testimonies and shocking archive footage of the late entertainer's decades of abuse.
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