Starmer faces leadership test on arts funding crisis
As Britain's first musical PM since Heath, Keir Starmer must move beyond talk to rescue the arts from funding cuts and inequality. The Hodge report offers a blueprint for change.
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Damning Review Slams Arts Council England's Funding Strategy
A major review by Baroness Hodge finds Arts Council England has sidelined artistic excellence in favour of box-ticking bureaucracy. Read the full report and reactions.
Margaret Hodge's radical plan to reform Arts Council England
Labour peer Margaret Hodge calls for a bonfire of red tape at Arts Council England and a revival of regional arts boards in a major new report. Discover the key recommendations.
Arts funding protected from politics, says Hodge report
A landmark review calls for an independent body to oversee arts funding in England, aiming to remove political influence. Discover the key recommendations and what they mean for UK culture.
Jewish Groups Urge Heightened Security After Sydney Attack
Leading US Jewish organisations call for stricter security at public events following the deadly mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach.
Business urges Lords to pass workers' rights bill
Six major UK employer groups warn Conservative peers that blocking Labour's workers' rights bill risks a hard-won compromise on unfair dismissal. Parliament must act before Christmas.
Business groups urge passage of Employment Rights Bill
Six major business organisations have called on Parliament to pass Labour's flagship Employment Rights Bill before Christmas, despite unresolved issues over unfair dismissal compensation caps.
World Cup 2026 Draw: England to Play Croatia, Scotland Face Brazil
The 2026 World Cup draw is complete, setting England against Croatia and Scotland versus Brazil. Discover the full group stage fixtures, dates, and historic venues for the tournament across North America.
England's World Cup 2026 Draw: Opponents & Seeding Revealed
England discover their potential World Cup 2026 group stage opponents after FIFA's seeding boost. See the dream and nightmare draws ahead of Friday's ceremony.
England Seeded for 2026 World Cup Draw
England are seeded for the 2026 World Cup draw, guaranteeing a favourable group and a path avoiding top rivals until the semi-finals. Discover how the new FIFA system works.
England's World Cup draw: Dream and nightmare scenarios
Thomas Tuchel awaits England's World Cup group stage fate. We analyse the dream draw and nightmare opponents the Three Lions could face in the expanded 48-team tournament.
England's World Cup 2026 Draw: Opponents & Scenarios
England discover their 2026 World Cup group stage opponents on Friday, with a favourable seeding system already in place. See who they could face and the dream and nightmare scenarios.
Brady, Shaq, Gretzky to Star in FIFA World Cup Draw
NFL legend Tom Brady headlines a remarkable crossover of North American sporting icons for the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw in Washington DC. Discover the full star lineup and event details.
BBC host brands 2026 World Cup seeding 's***'
Match of the Day's Mark Chapman criticises FIFA's seeding system for the 2026 World Cup draw, arguing it prevents big early games. The draw takes place on Friday, 5th December.
England and Wales Drawn Together for 2027 Rugby World Cup
The 2027 Rugby World Cup draw has set up a home nations clash between England and Wales. Hosts Australia face a tough pool with New Zealand. Full group details inside.
Susan Loppert's Legacy: Art in Hospitals
Discover how Susan Loppert revolutionised healthcare environments by integrating art into London's Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, creating a healing space beyond the clinical.
Parents in dark over 300 abducted Nigerian children
Parents of over 300 children abducted from a Nigerian school say the government has left them uninformed, with one parent dying from the stress. Read the full report.
Melanie Blatt's daughter Lilyella turns 27
All Saints star Melanie Blatt celebrates daughter Lilyella's 27th birthday with heartfelt Instagram tribute. Discover the pop star's family life and her candid thoughts on the Spice Girls rivalry.
US extends Michigan coal plant, critics cite $80m cost
The Trump administration extends a Michigan coal plant's operation, citing grid emergency. Critics challenge the move, with costs hitting $80 million. Read the full story.
How cult interventionists coax members to leave groups
Philadelphia-based interventionists Joseph Kelly and Patrick Ryan use controversial methods to help families extract loved ones from cults. Their approach involves embedding in families' lives for years.
Why Conservatives Don't Get Credit for Arts Funding
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investment - including the £2bn Culture Recovery Fund - remains unacknowledged by sector.
Trump adds European left-wing groups to terror list
The Trump administration designates four European left-wing groups as foreign terrorist organisations, escalating its global campaign against ideological opponents. Read the full analysis.
US Labels European Antifa Groups as Terrorists
The US has designated four European left-wing groups as global terrorists, accusing them of violent activities. Read the full analysis of this significant diplomatic move.
COP30 Climate Summit Begins in Brazil
The COP30 climate conference commences in Brazil as Indigenous groups gather and Colombia remembers volcanic tragedy. Explore powerful images from Latin America.
US Labels European Anti-Fascist Groups as Terrorists
The US State Department has designated four European anti-fascist organisations as Foreign Terrorist Organisations. Discover the implications and expert criticism of this controversial move.
Arts education gets major boost in English schools
Major educational reform in England will elevate creative subjects with new accountability measures, marking a significant victory for arts education advocates.
Arts education gets major boost in England's schools
England's education system is set for a creative transformation as arts leaders welcome new government measures to elevate arts and creative subjects in schools, addressing years of decline.
NHS Spring COVID Vaccine Rollout Begins
The NHS launches its targeted spring COVID-19 vaccination programme, offering protection to vulnerable groups including over-75s and immunosuppressed individuals.
Girlbands Forever: BBC explores 90s pop icons
The BBC's nostalgic documentary explores the lasting impact of iconic 90s girl groups, revealing the harmony and heartbreak behind the hits that defined a generation.
Community Choirs: Share Your Story with The Guardian
The Guardian is seeking community choir members across Britain to share their experiences about how singing together builds connections and transforms lives.
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