Rare rains bring both joy and anxiety to the deserts of the UAE
David Mouriquand
Film of the Week: '28 Years Later' - Bold, brilliant and Brexity
Skipping ‘Months’, Danny Boyle returns to the series he started in 2002 with '28 Days Later' – supported by returning screenwriter Alex Garland and armed with a clear desire to avoid repeating himself. The result is a bold, brilliant and very surprising revival.
Stephen Fry on J.K. Rowling: ‘She seems to be a lost cause’
Stephen Fry is trending online because the celebrate actor, author, and Harry Potter audiobook narrator reportedly said that J.K. Rowling has been “radicalised by TERFs” and is now “a lost cause” in the transgender rights debate.
Iranian Palme d'Or winner Jafar Panahi calls for fall of Tehran regime
In a powerful message posted on Instagram, the Iranian filmmaker appealed for an end to the conflict between his country and Israel. While urging for an international trial against the Jewish state, Panahi also called for the fall of the Tehran regime.
Kneecap rapper released on unconditional bail over terror charge
Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, 27, is accused of displaying a flag in support of proscribed organisation Hezbollah at a London concert last year.
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Kneecap debut London billboards ahead of terror court appearance
Controversial Belfast rapper Mo Chara – real name Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh – appears in court in London today over terror charges. The band have debuted a series of billboards in the capital and fans have turned up to Westminster Magistrates Court to show their support.
What are the 20 most controversial album covers of all time?
Don’t judge an album by its cover... Easier said than done for some. Following the controversy surrounding the album image for Sabrina Carpenter’s new album, we look at the most controversial album artworks which landed the artists in hot water with the censors. And, in some cases, the taste police.
Tom Cruise and Dolly Parton are finally getting Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen and Wynn Thomas will receive Honorary Oscars in November.
Rare papers of Enigma codebreaker Alan Turing sets auction record
A treasure trove of World War II codebreaker Alan Turing’s scientific papers has sold for more than three times their expected sale price after being saved from the shredder.
Best and funniest signs from mass No Kings protests against Trump
The national and international protests against President Donald Trump took place in towns and cities across the US and Europe in a coordinated event titled "No Kings". Here are some of the best placards from this weekend’s movement outside the US embassy in Amsterdam.
Al Pacino becomes first Hollywood celebrity to meet Pope Leo XIV
The celebrated actor met with Pope Leo XIV and becomes the first Hollywood celebrity to have an official audience with the newly elected pontiff.
Doctor to plead guilty to supplying Matthew Perry with ketamine
Los Angeles doctor Dr Salvador Plasencia called the actor a "moron" who could be exploited, according to a co-defendant. He has greed to plead guilty to giving the Friends actor ketamine in the lead up to his death, and faces up to 40 years in prison.
Why do we fear Friday 13th?
Do you suffer from Friggatriskaidekaphobia, otherwise known as fear of Friday 13th?
Two Spanish taverns battle for title of world’s oldest restaurant
The world's oldest restaurant, Sobrino de Botín, faces a challenge from another Madrid tavern that claims it is even older... Let the tavern wars begin.
World’s biggest TikTok star leaves US after being detained by ICE
Khaby Lame has allegedly overstayed his visa after arriving in the US on 30 April. He was detained by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This comes amid Donald Trump's escalating crackdown on immigration, which has sparked days of protests against ICE.
Lost Auguste Rodin sculpture sells for €860,000 at auction in France
The small marble sculpture, believed to be a fake by its owners, ended up being the real deal: a 1892 Auguste Rodin. It sold for auction on Monday for nearly one million dollars.
Celebrities react to Trump immigration raids in LA
The US National Guard, under orders from US President Donald Trump, have been deployed to Los Angeles, causing outrage. Celebrities have reacted to the fiery situation and criticised the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportation raids
Entertainment world reacts to interception of ‘Freedom Flotilla'
Israeli forces seized the Gaza-bound Madleen early on Monday morning. The entertainment world has responded to the action, which saw activists including Greta Thunberg attempt to raise awareness of the humanitarian crisis.
Funk pioneer Sly Stone of Sly and the Family Stone dies aged 82
Revolutionary musician Sly Stone was the founding member of Sly and the Family Stone, the first major group to include Black and white men and women. Their hits "Family Affair" and "Everyday People" transformed popular music in the 1960s and '70s.
Hitchcock heroine Kim Novak to be honoured with Venice Golden Lion
Legendary Hollywood actress Kim Novak, 92, best known for portraying the double life of Alfred Hitchcock's heroine in 'Vertigo', will be honoured at this year’s Venice Film Festival with the Golden Lion lifetime achievement award.
Adolescence to be shown in French schools, says minister of education
The hit British series Adolescence will be used as a teaching tool in French schools, according to French Minister of Education Élisabeth Borne.
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