Theo Farrant

Art

Visually impaired artist exhibits colourful Braille art in London

'The Power of Touch' is acclaimed visually impaired artist Clarke Reynolds' first London solo exhibition.

31/01/2023

Culture news

Pamela Anderson opens up about her stolen sex tape in new Netflix doc

Pamela Anderson has been making headlines again for revelations in the documentary “Pamela, A Love Story,” coming to Netflix on 31 January

30/01/2023

Culture news

Egypt unveils new finds including two tombs and golden sarcophagus

Egypt unveils new discoveries including two tombs and gold-covered sarcophagus

30/01/2023

Culture news

Does Netflix's 'Break Point' live up to 'Formula 1: Drive to Survive'?

From Roger Federer, Serena Williams to Novak Djokovic or Rafael Nadal. Netflix's new series on tennis doesn't have the help of the game's biggest names to sell the sport but it does provide a fascinating look at player's lives on and off-court.

30/01/2023

Culture news

Viktor & Rolf turn fashion upside-down with their topsy turvy dresses

The conceptual fashion design duo Viktor & Rolf unveiled an entirely new women’s silhouette—or rather, several new silhouettes. And let's just say they're pretty unusual!

26/01/2023

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Referee shows a white card for the first time in football history

History created: A 'White Card' was used for the first time ever in a professional football game. But what does it mean?

25/01/2023

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Icelandic gallery hosts first ever Pussy Riot exhibition

The first Pussy Riot retrospective, on display in Reykjavik since November 24, sheds light on a decade of the groups' activism against Russian state repression.

25/01/2023

Culture news

Herculaneum fresco among dozen of treasures returned to Italy by US

Italy is celebrating the return of 60 ancient artefacts, some dating back to first century BC, with total value of more than €18.4m.

24/01/2023

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Brit Awards set to review gender-neutral prizes amid controversy

Music industry body BPI (British Phonographic Industry) is "already carrying out a major study to identify barriers that may inhibit more women becoming successful in music, so that there can be solutions that result in meaningful change".

23/01/2023

Food and Drink

Would you eat the giant legs of this luxury Vietnamese dragon chicken?

Let's take a look at Dong Tao chickens, also known as Dragon-tailed chickens - a rare and expensive breed of chicken that are native to Vietnam.

21/01/2023

Culture news

The best looks from Louis Vuitton's show at Paris Fashion Week

The best menswear looks from Louis Vuitton's stunning show at Paris Fashion Week

20/01/2023

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Introducing the 2023 Met Gala's star-studded co-chairs

Michaela Coel, Penélope Cruz, Roger Federer, Dua Lipa and Anna Wintour are the evening’s co-chairs

19/01/2023

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Norwegian archaeologists uncover the world's oldest runestone

The ancient artefact, which dates back almost 2,000 years, was found during the excavation of an ancient burial ground in the Tyrifjorden region of Norway.

18/01/2023

Culture news

Traditional loafers are making a comeback in the fashion world

For some, loafers are a byword for all that's not cool with footwear but high street sales suggest a growing number of people are slipping into them.

18/01/2023

Lifestyle

Attention public urinators: Beware of London's anti-pee paint!

Hold on tight to your bladders, as we take a deep dive into how different European cities are tackling the old-age issue of public urination

18/01/2023

Culture news

How are tattoos being used to help breast cancer survivors?

Tittoo.org, a growing European foundation, is offering breast cancer survivors free tattoos to help them reclaim their bodies

16/01/2023

Culture news

Anime in Africa: Fans gather for Nigeria's second ever anime festival

Japanese anime is becoming increasingly popular in West Africa's largest nation as more Nigerians fans are getting involved in cosplay.

15/01/2023

Culture news

Will this original Tintin illustration break all auction records?

An original 1942 black-and-white Tintin illustration is hitting the auction block in Paris next month, and it's expected to break all records.

14/01/2023

Culture news

Arnold Schwarzenegger stars in new Kalush Orchestra music video

The winners of the Eurovision Song Contest 2022, Kalush Orchestra, presented a new music video for their track “Shchedryi vechir”, featuring a surprise appearance from the muscle man himself Arnold Schwarzenegger.

12/01/2023

Culture news

The best sports documentary series streaming right now

Want to know what's being said in the dressing rooms? How do sports stars celebrate crucial wins or deal with painful defeats? Our round-up of the best ports documentaries now streaming.

11/01/2023