Culture news Celebrated ‘The X-Files’ composer Mark Snow dies aged 78 The world of television and film has lost a major figure with the death of American composer Mark Snow, who was behind the iconic theme tune to The X Files. 07/07/2025
Culture news ‘Great shame for Croatia’: Pro-Nazi salutes at Marko Perković concert The Croatian right-wing musician at the centre of many a fascist controversy drew tens of thousands to a Zagreb concert this weekend, with pro-Nazi salutes that have been labelled as “a great shame for Croatia.” 07/07/2025
Cinema Film of the Week: 'Jurassic World Rebirth' – A dino-mite reboot? After three hugely lucrative but subpar Jurassic World films, can Gareth Edwards revive the fast fossilising franchise? 04/07/2025
Lifestyle What is the Wife-Carrying World Championship in Finland? Thousands of spectators are expected to attend the Wife-Carrying World Championships today and tomorrow. Here’s the lowdown on this unusual sporting event and everything you need to know about this year’s 28th edition. 04/07/2025
Culture news Oasis return to stage tonight for their first gig in 16 years The first show of the long-awaited comeback tour kicks off tonight in Wales. The road to this year's reunion tour has been a long and bumpy one, and despite ticketing issues, fans are more excited than ever to see the return of Britpop royalty. 04/07/2025
Cinema What are the best movies of 2025 so far? How many have you seen? And do you agree with our first-half of 2025 ranking? 04/07/2025
Culture news Fontaines D.C. bring pro-Palestine group on stage at Roskilde This move by Irish rockers Fontaines D.C. comes as both Kneecap and Bob Vylan are under investigation by the police for their pro-Palestine comments at Glastonbury 2025. The BBC, official broadcasters for Glastonbury, has now said it will no longer live broadcast "high risk" performances. 03/07/2025
Culture news Celebrity reactions to split Diddy verdict: ‘I’m gonna vomit’ The hip-hop mogul was found guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy after a six-week trial. Reactions have been mixed. To say the least. 03/07/2025
Culture news Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking Sean “Diddy” Combs has been found guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution but acquitted of the most serious charges – racketeering and sex trafficking of ex-partner Casandra Ventura and another woman referred to as "Jane". The heavily followed trial has been running in New York since May. 02/07/2025
Culture news Australia cancels Kanye ‘Ye’ West's visa over Hitler song Australia's home affairs minister Tony Burke confirmed the news that Ye would be blocked from entering the country over the controversial rapper's song titled 'Heil Hitler'. 02/07/2025
Lifestyle Donald Trump's new fragrance labelled ‘too embarrassing for words’ "For patriots who never back down": Donald Trump's new fragrance has been blasted online, especially considering the timing of his scented launch. 02/07/2025
Cinema No Time To Cast: What do you make of Amazon’s James Bond shortlist? You Only Cast Once... Live And Let Cast... Cast Another Day... We'll stop. Here's our verdict on the trio of actors who have apparently been shortlisted by Amazon for the new James Bond film. 01/07/2025
Culture news Algerian court upholds writer Boualem Sansal’s 5-year prison sentence The novelist’s case has united European lawmakers, who have demanded Sansal's release. His case has raised alarm over freedom of expression in Algeria, and his supporters now hope military-backed President Abdelmadjid Tebboune will grant a pardon on Saturday, when Algeria marks Independence Day. 01/07/2025
Culture news Glastonbury ‘hate crime’? Backlash intensifies for Bob Vylan Following the controversial set played at Glastonbury festival by British artists Bob Vylan, the BBC is facing pressure from the UK government. The punk-rap duo has had their US visa revoked, amid support from fellow artists. 01/07/2025
Culture news Turkish police detain cartoonist over Prophet Muhammad caricature Leman magazine's cartoon, depicting Prophet Muhammad and Prophet Moses exchanging greetings as missiles rain down from the sky, has led to the arrest of the cartoonist and several protests. 01/07/2025
Lifestyle Convent Summer: What is Gen Z’s latest obsession? Every year, the summer has to be defined. Now, thanks to a viral clip on TikTok, Gen Z may have found what Summer 2025 is all about: peace, silence and religious locations. Here's everything you need to know about Convent Summer. 30/06/2025
Culture news The end of Squid Game: What does that major surprise cameo mean? Netflix’s hit series Squid Game has come to an end after three seasons. Or has it? A surprise Oscar winner cameo may suggest that the (dehumanizing) games have just begun... 30/06/2025
Culture news Glastonbury controversy: Police investigate Kneecap and Bob Vylan sets Musicians making headlines for their politics isn't new, but this year’s Glastonbury featured two sets by Kneecap and Bob Vylan that riled politicians – including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Police are investigating both concerts. 30/06/2025
Culture news Teen charged in 2024 plot to attack Taylor Swift concert in Vienna A young Syrian national has been charged with supporting a foreign terror group over a foiled plot to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna last August. 27/06/2025
Cinema Film of the Week: 'F1 The Movie' - in the pits with Pitt The first great blockbuster of 2025? 27/06/2025