The UK album charts are heating up as Sheffield’s Britpop legends Pulp and North London’s rap powerhouse Little Simz go head-to-head for the top spots. Pulp’s latest album, More, their first studio release since 2001’s We Love Life, dropped on June 6 and is on track to claim their first number one in 27 years.

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Colin Jerwood, the legendary frontman of the influential punk band Conflict, has passed away at the age of 63. The news was shared by Jerwood’s family on June 2, through a heartfelt statement on the band’s social media pages. “It is with heavy hearts that we announce Colin has passed away after a brief illness,”

Director Ryan Coogler has officially denied any plans for a sequel to the acclaimed film, Sinners. Here’s what he had to say. This past April, Coogler released his fifth collaboration with Michael B. Jordan, delivering the hit blues vampire horror film, Sinners. The movie has since achieved remarkable success, becoming the highest-grossing original film of

Tate has revealed the four artists shortlisted for the 2025 Turner Prize, one of the UK’s most prestigious art awards, now in its 41st year. The nominees are Nnena Kalu, Rene Matić, Mohammed Sami, and Zadie Xa. Nnena Kalu is known for her cocoon-like sculptures made from paper and textiles, which are intricately layered and

Netflix is stepping into the world of cryptocurrency with an upcoming limited series developed by Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions. The show, titled The Altruists, will explore the dramatic rise and fall of the FTX crypto exchange and its controversial founder, Sam Bankman-Fried. The series will delve into the lives of Bankman-Fried and

At the American Music Awards on May 26th, Billie Eilish stole the spotlight by winning an impressive seven awards. Hosted by Jennifer Lopez at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas, this marked her return to the AMAs after a decade. She kicked off the night with a medley featuring 23 of the year’s biggest hits before

Legendary rock guitarist and producer Rick Derringer has passed away at the age of 77. His wife confirmed his death in a statement to TMZ, revealing that he died peacefully on Memorial Day, May 26, after being taken off life support following a medical episode. The news was later shared by Rick’s close friend, Tony

Alan Yentob, the distinguished BBC broadcaster known for his in-depth profiles of major artists over the decades, has passed away at the age of 78. He led several prominent television arts programs, such as Imagine, Omnibus, and Arena, and became famous for his insightful interviews with iconic figures including David Bowie, Jay-Z, Leonard Cohen, Grayson

A new toy trend is taking over social media feeds worldwide, and its name is Labubu. Originally created by Chinese designer Kasing Lung and distributed by the toy company Pop Mart, the quirky, gremlin-like plush toys have gained massive popularity among Gen Z, millennials, and even celebrities. What started as niche collectibles quickly turned into

“Human nature is fundamentally the same everywhere,” remarks Banu Mushtaq. “That’s the driving force behind my writing. I focus on women, marginalized communities, and giving a voice to those who are unheard.” Celebrated lawyer and social activist Banu Mushtaq, hailing from Karnataka in southern India, shares her thoughts early one morning after being awarded the

The List Festival Awards are back for their second edition in August 2025, ready to celebrate the vibrant creativity of Edinburgh’s world-famous festivals. Following a triumphant debut in 2024, this year’s awards introduce four new categories to highlight the diverse talent lighting up the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and beyond. From theatre to film, comedy to

Acting for Others is thrilled to announce that their fifth annual West End Flea Market, held on Saturday, May 17, at St Paul’s Church in Covent Garden, successfully raised over £110,000, making it the most prosperous event to date. Sir Stephen Waley-Cohen, Co-Chairman of Acting for Others, expressed delight at the event’s success: “We are

Exciting news for independent filmmakers! Arts Alliance, the parent company of London’s Garden Studios, has launched a dynamic co-production initiative to support indie films shooting at its central London facility. This move is set to give a significant boost to the independent film scene, offering both financial and creative support to bring compelling stories to

Francesca Du Brock, the chief curator of the Anchorage Museum, has been awarded the 2025 Marica Vilcek Prize in Art History for her innovative and inclusive approach to exhibition curation. An accomplished educator and artist, Du Brock embodies a spirit of collaboration and community engagement. Deeply rooted in her community, Du Brock’s work emphasizes social

Harvey Fierstein is set to receive a distinguished honor at the 2025 Tony Awards. On Thursday, the Tony Awards Administration Committee shared the exciting news that Fierstein will be awarded the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre during the ceremony on June 8. “Harvey Fierstein’s impact on American theatre, both as a creative

Producer Adrian Grant, in collaboration with Chaka Khan, is excited to announce the world premiere of I’M EVERY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at The Peacock Theatre in London. This inspiring production, which tells the story of the iconic, multi-platinum artist Chaka Khan, will run from March 5 to 28, 2026, with the official opening night set

Drexel University’s MS in Arts Administration offers students the opportunity to build a meaningful career in the arts. Located in the vibrant city of Philadelphia, renowned for its rich artistic heritage and creativity, Drexel’s program provides a practical pathway to success. With close proximity to prestigious theaters, galleries, and museums, as well as dynamic pop-up

Jeffrey Seller and Cameron Mackintosh, producers of the acclaimed West End production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s HAMILTON, are thrilled to reveal the latest cast additions, set to join the show on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the Victoria Palace Theatre. HAMILTON is currently scheduled to run until March 28, 2026. Bente Mulan will take on the

Second Half Productions, in partnership with Nica Burns and Paines Plough, proudly presents the West End premiere of Every Brilliant Thing, the highly acclaimed one-person play by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe. Directed by Jeremy Herrin and Macmillan, the show will take the stage at @sohoplace theatre from August 1 to September 27, 2025, featuring

Following the box office success of the first film, preparations for The Beekeeper 2 have officially begun.   For the sequel, Timo Tjahjanto takes over as director, replacing David Ayer from the original. Jason Statham reprises his role as a retired intelligence agent in The Beekeeper, which follows his pursuit of a scammer who stole

The highly anticipated series MobLand, directed by crime genre master Guy Ritchie, is counting down to its premiere, with a cast that continues to fuel excitement among fans. Centered on a European crime family, MobLand stars Pierce Brosnan as the family’s patriarch, an English aristocrat, while Helen Mirren plays his wife. At the heart of

Keanu Reeves’ comic book BRZRKR, co-created with Matt Kindt, is being adapted for the big screen, with Reeves taking on the role of the lead character.   Directed by Justin Lin, known for the Fast and Furious franchise, the film’s screenplay is penned by Mattson Tomlin, writer of The Batman 2. The 12-issue BRZRKR comic

Apple TV+’s globally acclaimed comedy series Ted Lasso is gearing up for its highly anticipated fourth season. Jason Sudeikis will return as the lead and serve as an executive producer, while discussions are ongoing with Juno Temple, who played Keeley in the first three seasons.   In August, the show secured agreements with original cast

Jim Morrison, the iconic frontman of The Doors and a member of the “27 Club,” was found dead in an apartment on July 3, 1971. Buried without an autopsy, some fans long speculated that the legendary singer faked his own death.   Since January, Apple TV+ has been streaming Before The End: Searching For Jim