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Culture news

Meet "Dad Harmony": The viral a capella boyband taking Sweden by storm

Five young fathers from the northern town of Skellefteå, Sweden, unintentionally became online sensations when their heartwarming a cappella singing sessions went viral.

09/12/2023

Art

Jesse Darling wins Turner Prize 2023 with 'delirious' everyday objects

One of Britain's most prestigious contemporary arts awards has been won by the Berlin based artist Jesse Darling for an 'outstanding exhibition' of commonplace objects.

06/12/2023

Culture news

Grand Theft Auto VI trailer released earlier than expected

Rockstar Games have revealed the highly anticipated latest installment of Grand Theft Auto after the trailer was leaked hours before its scheduled release.

05/12/2023

Culture news

Kiss says goodbye to live concerts but the rockers remain with avatars

The legendary rocker's long kiss goodbye was finally sealed on Saturday night with an electrifying concert at Madison Square Garden in New York, so close to where it all began.

04/12/2023

Culture news

Irish writer Paul Lynch wins Booker Prize with 'Prophet Song'

The Booker Prize is one of Britain's most prestigious awards for fiction and Paul Lynch will receive around €50,000 for winning.

27/11/2023

Culture news

Diver finds ancient treasure trove of Roman coins off Sardinia

A diver who spotted something metallic not far from Sardinia's coast has led to the discovery of tens of thousands of ancient bronze coins.

07/11/2023

Lifestyle

South Korea's Waackxxxy crowned Queen of Street Dance in World Finals

From 16 to 1. When the lights went down low and the full capacity crowd at Frankfurt's Festhalle had their say South Korea's Waackxxxy was hailed as the winner of the Red Bull Dance Your Style World Final, the first woman in the competition's history to take the title.

07/11/2023

Culture news

Stars of 'Friends' break silence over death of Matthew Perry

In a joint statement the remaining cast said they're "utterly devastated."

31/10/2023

World

In it for the long run: Marathon man Eliud Kipchoge isn't done yet

Over the past 20 years, Kenyan long-distance runner Eliud Kipchoge has shattered records and smashed preconceptions of what humans can achieve. Now aged 38, the marathon man has no plans to hang up his trainers yet.

24/10/2023

Culture news

Hollywood writers to return to work after union agrees deal

The agreement includes guarantees about artificial intelligence and a bonus for viewership residuals on streaming.

27/09/2023

Lifestyle

Milan Fashion Week: The wonders of wool and beautiful bodycon

Drama, suspense and a star-studded cast. All that before any models started making their way down the catwalk. Milan Fashion Week will go down as one for the ages. Even the constant wet weather couldn't dampen spirits for womenswear next spring and summer.

25/09/2023

Culture news

The 1975 upset Malaysia's anti-gay laws as male band members kiss

The British indie band say they've been banned from Kuala Lumpur after 'gay stage kiss'. Malaysian authorities insist there will be no 'compromise with any party that challenges, belittles or violates' its laws.

22/07/2023

Culture news

Tony Bennett: A life in pictures

The crooner's crooner, Tony Bennett sang with just about everybody across so many genres over several generations. Here's a look at some his most memorable moments.

22/07/2023

Culture news

Actor Julian Sands confirmed dead after hike in California mountains

US authorities have confirmed the death of British actor Julian Sands five months after he went missing while hiking in California mountains.

28/06/2023

Culture news

Cormac McCarthy, prize winning author of 'The Road' dies at 89

The celebrated American author Cormac McCarthy has died at his home in New Mexico. He was best known for the Pulitzer Prize winning post-apocalyptic novel, 'The Road' and 'No Country for Old Men'.

14/06/2023

Climate Now

Wind droughts: A threat to the booming North Sea wind power industry?

In partnership with Copernicus

Several EU countries are implementing ambitious plans to turn the North Sea into a green energy powerhouse. But what will happen if global warming causes wind speeds to drop?

17/04/2023

The Star Ingredient

How financial speculation creates hunger in low-income countries

Award winning filmmaker and journalist Stefano Liberti, joins us for this episode of The Star Ingredient to talk about how globalisation and financialisation can pose a challenge to the worldwide food system.

31/03/2023

Culture news

Marina Abramović: My life and legacy as a performance artist

Marina Abramović has a very special relationship with Spain. The country and its culture reflect she says so much of how she feels and what she represents. So, when asked to perform and direct by Barcelona's famed Liceu Opera, Abramović says the unique opportunity was too good to miss.

31/03/2023

Culture news

Ruth E. Carter becomes first Black woman to win two Oscars

Ruth E.Carter's wish is that her historic win at the Academy Awards will offer more opportunities to women of colour.

14/03/2023

Culture news

Sculptor Jaume Plensa prepares to take Macbeth opera beyond Barcelona

Pulsating dance and high drama from Shakespeare combined with the rapturous music of Verdi. Welcome to Spanish artist Jaume Plensa's interpretation of Macbeth. Sit down and settle yourself for an incredible assault on the senses.

23/02/2023