Steampunk Festival Turns NZ Town Into Victorian Sci-Fi Hub
The small town of Ōamaru, New Zealand, hosts an annual steampunk festival drawing thousands of enthusiasts in Victorian-inspired sci-fi costumes and personas.
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Steampunk Festival Creates Unlikely Capital in New Zealand
Thousands attend one of the world's best-known steampunk festivals in Ōamaru, New Zealand, where Victorian style meets sci-fi oddity in a celebration of creativity and recycling.
Osaka Posts Eiffel Tower Shot Amid French Open Fashion Row
Naomi Osaka posts Instagram photo in front of Eiffel Tower in her French Open outfit, hitting back at criticism. Opponent Siegemund complained about preferential treatment.
Top Festival Moments: Clean Toilets to Surprise Guests
A new poll of 1,500 festival fans reveals the most cherished moments, from clean toilets to surprise acts, and highlights tech frustrations like battery life and storage.
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AFL media personality Kane Cornes has expressed interest in hosting the 2026 TV Week Logie Awards, with Sportsbet listing him as a contender alongside David King.
Revolution Days: Aid Worker's Harrowing Arab Spring Witness
A review of Mariem Omari's play Revolution Days, based on her real observations of the Arab spring, focusing on the humanitarian impact and the aid worker's psychological trauma.
Race Across the World Opens Applications for Next Series (21.05.2026)
The BBC's BAFTA-winning adventure series Race Across the World is now accepting applications for its next series, seeking adventurous duos for an epic journey.
Kristen Stewart and Emma Mackey at Cannes Photocall
Kristen Stewart and Emma Mackey dazzled at a Cannes photocall for their comedy 'Full Phil'. Stewart wore a sheer grey co-ord, while Mackey sported a tight white dress with new blonde hair.
Eurovision 2026: Full Running Order for Vienna Final
The Eurovision 2026 final in Vienna features 24 countries, with Finland as favourite. UK entry Look Mum No Computer faces tough odds after mixed reception.
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King Charles and Idris Elba Mark NYMT's 50th Anniversary
King Charles and Sir Idris Elba attended the National Youth Music Theatre's 50th anniversary in London, where the King revealed he owns tap shoes and praised Shakespeare.
5 New LGBT+ Podcasts to Listen to This Week
Discover five LGBT+-fronted podcasts perfect for Pride Month, covering dating, culture, history, pop culture, and reality TV.
Saturday Quiz: Run Lola Run, Groundhog Day Connections
Test your knowledge with the Saturday quiz featuring questions on music, football, history, and more. Find links between films, tennis players, and languages.
UK's Weirdest Attractions: Pyramids, Cave Homes & More
Explore bizarre UK attractions like Prince Albert's Pyramid, Fairy Glen, and a house in the clouds. A new guide unveils the country's most unusual sights.
Senegal Village Hosts Africa’s Largest Dance Biennial
Twenty-five dance companies from across Africa showcased their talent at the African Dance Biennial in Toubab Dialao, Senegal, amid threats from a port development project.
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Euphoria Season 3 Star Shares Zendaya Behind-the-Scenes Insight
Hemky Madera, who plays Jimenez in Euphoria season 3, exclusively discusses working with Zendaya and teases his 'whacky' character in the mature new season.
Top 10 European Music Festivals for Summer 2026
Discover the 10 best music festivals in Europe for summer 2026, from Barcelona to Oslo. The Independent's culture team picks top getaways for every taste.
Eurovision 2026: Dates, Times, and How to Watch in UK
Eurovision 2026 takes place in Vienna from May 12-16. UK viewers can watch live on BBC One, Radio 2, or BBC Sounds. 35 countries participate amid boycotts.
When Reading Meant Resistance: Posters from WWII and WWI
A new exhibition in New York showcases WWII and WWI posters urging book donations for troops, highlighting reading as a symbol of freedom and resistance against Nazi propaganda.
Orange, Grapefruit and Bay Jelly Recipe
Benjamina Ebuehi's elegant jelly combines grapefruit, orange, and bay leaf for a sophisticated dessert. Perfect with unsweetened cream.
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Adelaide Writers' Week Cancelled, Leaving a Cultural Void
Australia's longest-running free literary festival, Adelaide Writers' Week, has been cancelled for 2026, sparking outrage and a profound sense of loss among its devoted attendees and the literary community.
Adelaide Writers' Week Cancelled After Boardroom War
The 2026 Adelaide Writers' Week has been scrapped following mass resignations and an international author boycott, sparked by the disinvitation of Palestinian-Australian writer Randa Abdel-Fattah. Explore the fallout and looming defamation battle.
Vevcani Carnival: 1,400-Year-Old Festival in North Macedonia
Explore the unique Vevcani Carnival, a 1,400-year-old blend of pagan ritual and political satire in North Macedonia that marks the Julian New Year and draws thousands of visitors. Discover the traditions.
Adelaide Festival Apologises to Author Randa Abdel-Fattah
The Adelaide Festival has issued a public apology to author Randa Abdel-Fattah after withdrawing her 2027 invitation. The controversy highlights ongoing debates about artistic freedom and cultural discourse.
SXSW Sydney Festival Cancelled After Three-Year Run
The major SXSW Sydney festival will not return in 2026, organisers confirm, ending its Asia-Pacific expansion despite strong attendance and economic impact. Discover the reasons behind the shock closure.
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SXSW Sydney Festival Cancelled Despite Success
The SXSW Sydney festival will not return in 2026, organisers confirm, ending its Asia-Pacific expansion despite a three-year economic impact of $276 million and growing attendance.
SXSW Sydney and Park Waves Festival cancelled in Australia
Major cultural events SXSW Sydney and Park Waves festival are cancelled, with organisers blaming tough market conditions and rising costs. Read the full story on the impact on Australia's festival scene.
Major Festivals SXSW Sydney and Park Waves Cancelled
SXSW Sydney festival shuts down permanently and Park Waves metal tour is cancelled, with organisers blaming tough market conditions and rising costs. Read the full story.
Out 'n' About Nipper Wagon Review: A £495 Festival Essential?
We tested the premium Out 'n' About nipper wagon at a music festival. Discover if this £495 investment is the key to hassle-free family festival trips.
Adelaide Festival's 2024 Friedman Decision Revealed in Censorship Row
The Adelaide Festival board refused to remove columnist Thomas Friedman in 2024, new documents show, as Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah condemns her own cancellation as 'anti-Palestinian racism'. Read the full story.
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Premier Denies Pressure on Festival Over Speaker Cancellation
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas denies directing the Adelaide Festival board to drop Palestinian-Australian academic Randa Abdel-Fattah, as cultural leaders condemn the decision. Read the full story.
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