Culture news 'Depravity and lawlessness’: U2 speak out on Israel’s actions in Gaza Bono and his bandmates have released personal statements condemning Hamas' "diabolical" actions and how Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli government deserve "our categorical and unequivocal condemnation." 11/08/2025
Culture news Kneecap continue to call out Gaza 'genocide' ahead of Sziget fest ban The Irish rap trio Kneecap would have graced the stage at this year's Sziget festival today had the Hungarian government had not banned the band from the country. Regardless, the band continues to tour and have vowed to keep using their platform to call out 'genocide and war criminals'. 11/08/2025
Culture news The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week Face huggers, conjoined flesh, and farewell exhibitions: This week's highlights include 'Alien: Earth', 'Together' and an exhibition honouring the late, great Ozzy Osbourne. 11/08/2025
Culture news How the UK’s Green Man Festival has managed to stay independent Ahead of this year's festival, Green Man Festival owner and director Fiona Stewart explains the importance of independent festivals as corporations take over the industry. 09/08/2025
Culture news Meet the Austrian carpenter safeguarding precious flutes Professional flutists often face a problem when it comes to protecting their fragile and expensive instruments: many cases don't hold the flutes in place, making them vulnerable to damage. But a carpenter from a small Austrian town may have changed that... 09/08/2025
No Comment Gaza troupe rehearses daily in shadow of bombing and displacement In war-torn Gaza, musicians from the Edward Said National Conservatory are rebuilding their artistic troupe after a year of rehearsals amid displacement and destruction. 08/08/2025
Art Meet the Pakistani women turning to music to fight climate change In rural Pakistan, where literacy is low and the internet scarce, women are turning to music to spread awareness about the climate crisis. 07/08/2025
Culture news Romanian teacher channels Elvis to fight anti-Roma prejudice In Romania, Tudor Lakatos blends rock 'n' roll and activism to challenge stereotypes and inspire Roma children – one hip-swivel and Elvis classic at a time. 06/08/2025
Culture news Former Rolling Stone Mick Taylor claims the Met has his stolen guitar A rock 'n' roll relic is stirring up drama between a guitar legend and one of New York's most iconic museums. 06/08/2025
Culture news Oasis fans raise more than €17,000 for family of man who died at show Lee Claydon died on Saturday 2 August after falling from one of the upper stands in Wembley Stadium during an Oasis show. A GoFundMe page has been set up and has so far raised more than £15,000 (€17,000). 06/08/2025
Culture news Dolly Parton becomes Guinness World Records icon US country star Dolly Parton has been named a Guinness World Records icon for holding 11 record-breaking titles. 05/08/2025
Culture news Judge says Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs must stay in jail until sentencing Since the July verdict, Combs’ lawyers have repeatedly renewed their efforts to get him out on bail until his sentencing, which is set for October. 05/08/2025
Culture news How are Scarlett Johansson and AC/DC being used to scare off wolves? The Australian rock band and a certain film clip starring American actress Scarlett Johansson have proven to be very effective when it comes to preventing attacks on cattle in the US rural north-west. What's the deal? 04/08/2025
Culture news Is a presidential pardon on the cards for Sean 'Diddy' Combs? Donald Trump has said it would be “difficult” to pardon disgraced rap mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, as the rapper was apparently “very hostile” towards him when he ran for office. 04/08/2025
Culture news 'Our gratitude is endless': Dua Lipa granted Kosovan citizenship Dua Lipa is now a citizen of the UK, Albania and Kosovo - with the President of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani saying that the pop star is “one of the most iconic cultural figures in our country’s history.” 04/08/2025
Culture news The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week Netflix's favourite goth returns for Season 2 of Wednesday, Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan face more body-swapping hijinks in Freakier Friday, and Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos premieres his new photography exhibition at Italy's PhEST. Here's what to look out for this week. 04/08/2025
Culture news Man falls to his death at Oasis concert at London's Wembley Stadium The tragedy took place on Saturday night at Wembley Stadium and the fan's death was confirmed on Sunday by the Metropolitan Police. The band have extended their condolences to the family and friends of the person who fell to his death. 04/08/2025
Art Saatchi Gallery celebrates hip hop with joyful new photography show Boomboxes, breakdancers, and beats: a culture that changed the world. The Saatchi Gallery’s latest exhibition is offering a photographic deep dive into the rise of hip hop. 02/08/2025
Culture news Is Oasis coming to mainland Europe for their reunion tour? The UK and Ireland shows are currently the Oasis’ only gigs in Europe as part of their massive reunion tour. Could that be about to change? 02/08/2025
Tech News How to tell if a song was made by AI or a human While some people do not care whether they're listening to AI-generated music, others might be curious to know. 31/07/2025