Arts & Culture
-
Amelia Earhart researchers leave remote atoll empty-handed after ‘plane debris’ found to be a clump of trees
Expedition was drawn to Nikumaroro after spotting what was described as a metallic glint in waters off uninhabited island
-
Scots invited to shape permanent Queen Elizabeth memorial in Scotland
What should Scotland’s permanent memorial to Queen Elizabeth look like?
-
My List: Assistant director of Calendar Girls Abbe Robinson shares her list
Abbe Robinson has a long-standing association with Bingley Little Theatre and is currently the director for their latest production, Frozen. Abbe has been an assistant director on films including Calendar Girls, Asylum and Brideshead Revisited and was recently senior producer for Bradford City of Culture 2025 and was one of the creators of the re-staging of The Railway Children on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway. She was the artistic director and producer of Light Night Leeds for nearly a decade, and she directed many short films for her own company, Mad Cat Productions. Abbe lives near Wakefield with her two children.
-
Amanda Owen reveals why she refuses to limit her nine children's screen time
Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen explains why she sets no screen time limits for her nine children, saying technology is a lifeline for family farming.
-
Amanda Owen calls screens a ‘lifeline’ and refuses to set limits for her children
The 52-year-old stars in the Channel 4 documentary series Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive And Kids, which follows her life in the countryside with her nine children as they renovate a centuries-old derelict farmhouse known as Anty John’s into a modern home.
-
Glasgow and Midlothian libraries shortlisted for national awards
Glasgow Life and Midlothian Library Service have been shortlisted for the 2026 SLIC Awards, recognising projects supporting communities across Scotland.
-
Countryfile legend John Craven on 'challenges' after 'final wish' made
BBC Countryfile legend John Craven has opened up on "challenges" after previously sharing a "poignant final wish".
-
Archaeologists are uncovering the meaning of a unique rock art site
Excavations in the Côa valley in Portugal, the world’s largest site of Palaeolithic open-air rock art, are yielding clues about how engravings of animals were seen by prehistoric hunter-gatherers
-
_edit_final_web.jpg)
Nathan Fielder Tells Us Everything
Including what Elizabeth Holmes said to him last week. A WIRED exclusive interview with the comic auteur, as his first feature film hits theaters.
-
Amanda Owen plans unusual sleeping arrangements for children at Anty John's
Amanda Owen's visit to Beamish Museum inspires an unusual cupboard bed for the children as work continues on Anty John's farmhouse.
-
Countryfile legend John Craven on 'challenges' after 'final wish' made
BBC Countryfile legend John Craven has opened up on "challenges" after previously sharing a "poignant final wish".
-
Amanda Owen plans unusual sleeping arrangements for children at Anty John's
Amanda Owen's visit to Beamish Museum inspires an unusual cupboard bed for the children as work continues on Anty John's farmhouse.
-
A free community concert series in York is awarded funding for three years
A free community concert series in York has been awarded funding for three more years. The National Centre for Early Music and Explore York Libraries and Archives are delighted to announce that the NCEM has received a three-year funding...
-
Amanda Owen calls screens a ‘lifeline’ and refuses to set limits for her children
The 52-year-old stars in the Channel 4 documentary series Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive And Kids, which follows her life in the countryside with her nine children as they renovate a centuries-old derelict farmhouse known as Anty John’s into a modern home.
-
Amanda Owen plans unusual sleeping arrangements for children at Anty John's
Amanda Owen's visit to Beamish Museum inspires an unusual cupboard bed for the children as work continues on Anty John's farmhouse.
-
New play to tell the story of two iconic York historical figures
The spirits of two former York residents, Guy Fawkes and Margaret Clitherow, are rising to share their stories in a brand new play. Written for York Ghost Week 2026, Remember, Remember will be performed betweenThursday 29 and Saturday 31...
-
A North Yorkshire performing arts school wins top award
A North Yorkshire performing arts school has won a top business award. Perfect Pitch Stars Performing Arts have won The Best New Business Award at the Children’s Activities Business Awards, which took place on Saturday 10 October at the...
-
New society aims to revive Harrogate's spa heritage
A new organisation has launched with an ambition to revive Harrogate’s spa heritage and shape its future as “Britain’s Living Spa”.
-
From 'Werwulf' to a 1930s Batman: Key takeways from Robert Eggers masterclass at Lumière
A world exclusive for 'Werwulf', talk of Lily-Rose Depp's eyes, and the enduring horror of Ridley Scott's 'Alien'... Director Robert Eggers treats audiences at Lyon's Lumière Film Festival. #Cinema
-
Paedophile teacher took pictures of schoolgirls and make sickening AI pornography
A paedophile teacher who took pictures of schoolgirls in his classroom and used them to create sickening AI child pornography has been jailed.
-
3 men kicked out city centre pub amid report of racism and making Nazi salute
3 men aged 25, 26, and 29 were arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated public order and taken into custody.
-
Cost revealed for new pedestrian crossing in North Yorkshire town
THE COST of a new pedestrian crossing in a North Yorkshire town has been revealed.
-
Popular Christmas music festival returns to York – with line-up of 'world-class' performers
The York Early Music Christmas Festival returns with Christmas music spanning centuries and continents, featuring a line-up of world-class performers. Discover Christmas in 17th century Paris, medieval music from Spain, festive overtures...
-
Review: Vibrant colours and props in thrilling show at Leeds Grand Theatre
WHOLESALE reinterpretations of long-standing favourites are always an intriguing draw for music lovers, but when 16th century Europe is ‘supplemented’ with an elevator, exotic animals and a not-so-subtle micky take of Justeat.co.uk, then you know that Opera North is most probably lurking in the wings!
-
James Cosmo brings soldier’s words to life in Royal Regiment of Scotland film
James Cosmo lends his voice to a soldier’s powerful poem
-
Gallery: New major exhibition opens at Beningbrough Hall
A major new exhibition by acclaimed contemporary artist Nancy Cadogan has opened at Beningbrough – inspired by the estate’s landscape, history and riverside setting. Spanning four rooms of Beningbrough’s Reddihough Galleries, At the Bend in...
-
The RTX 5090 might not be dead, but it sure smells funny
Another Schrödinger's graphics card?
-
How The Beatles found Ringo Starr at a Lincolnshire Butlin's
Ringo Starr was in a band at Butlin's Skegness in 1962 when Lennon and McCartney paid a visit.
-
Aberfan disaster: The portraits that helped bring the children home
An artist living hundreds of miles away felt compelled to help the village that lost its children.
-
‘We are beyond heartbroken’: Cindy Crawford, Rande and Kaia Gerber share tributes to Presley
Family post emotional statements to Instagram a month after their son and brother died at a rehab facility
-
Man accused of stealing flamingo from Vegas casino on trial
Mitchell Fairbarn admitted footage of him stealing the pink bird ‘doesn’t look good’
-
Washington Post photographer attacked by settlers says she is insulted by Netanyahu
Heidi Levine says she plans on returning to work
-
Watch: Police called after building goes up in flames in Selby town centre
This was the scene in the centre of Selby this afternoon. The former public toilet block in Back Micklegate Car Park went up in flames. It sent a thick plume of black smoke into the air. Video Fire location The fire service were called at...
-
Madueke shows level of 'anger and conviction' to prove he is more than a finisher
Noni Madueke may not have the role he wants at Arsenal but his winning goal against Nottingham Forest showed why he is one of Mikel Arteta's valued players.
-
County Durham charity left 'saddened' after shop window smashed overnight
The Angel Trust, based in Bishop Auckland has been left "saddened" at the " emotional and financial damage" to one of its buildings after a window was smashed overnight.
-
Changing Blossom Street: The shops, characters and stories of a lost York
A new book traces the history of Blossom Street, from famous residents and lost shops to cherished memories and decades of change
-
Scholars conclude ‘beyond doubt’ that Shakespeare was main author of Edward III
Exclusive: Play anonymously published in 1596 was collaboration between Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe, according to computer analysis
-
Outlast designer says that one playtester was so upset by the horror series they 'ran out of the studio to go cry outside' and didn't return
"We always make sure that people are fully aware of the kind of content we create," says director Philippe Morin.
-
Crews tackle fire at a Selby chemical works
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue have been called out to a fire at an industrial building off Bawtry Road in Selby It is at the ICL Works on Canal View. There was also an accident on the A1041 Bawtry Road as well, that was closed in both...
-
Historic County Durham estate dubbed one of the North's 'best hidden gems'
A viral TikTok has brought attention to a historic landmark in County Durham named as "one of the Catholic church's best-kept secrets."
-
Market town with waterfalls, castle and indie shops is perfect North East day trip
Discover Richmond's indie shops, waterfalls, castle and historic theatre on a perfect day out.
-
Pope Leo XIV thanks wellwishers in first event after cancer surgery
The Pope's first event since his lung cancer diagnosis and surgery saw him recite the traditional Angelus prayer from the balcony of the Apostolic Palace.
-
Ilkley Moor 'boulder' house approved after planning appeal
Town council had objected to the plans but the folklore-inspired house will now be built.
-
Firefighters rescue person stuck in cherry picker
Firefighters have been called after a person who was left suspended 40 metres in the air when the machinery broke down in North Yorkshire. The incident took place in Hurricane Way South in Sherburn in Elmet at 11.41am on Saturday (October...
-
Faithful gather to welcome Pope Leo back for Sunday blessing after cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV has returned to the Vatican after undergoing surgery to remove a lung tumor
-
The late Lena Martell was a star who studied under Streisand ... yet loved the Barras
THIS week’s Scottish Icon was a Broadway star and understudy to Barbra Streisand. She was also a secret habitué of the Barras.
-
'I feel for them': Summerhall developer says some artists may be priced out of venue
In a wide-ranging interview with The Herald, Dr Ali Afshar, managing director of AMA (New Town) Limited, outlined his vision for the venue.
-
Zack Polanski’s populism is the leftist counterpoint to Nigel Farage and every bit as hollow - David Behrens
Say what you like about Zack Polanski but he turned out to be a better hypnotist than anyone gave him credit for. He managed to put his whole party to sleep.
-
Police officer shot in foot in Nottingham city centre
A firearm has been recovered by officers after a man and a woman fled the scene, detectives say.
-
'There has to be financial value': Meet the men shaping the future of Summerhall
Property developer Dr Ali Afshar and award-winning architect Tony Kettle have joined forces to craft an ambitious vision for the arts and culture hub.