Sentimental Value: A Nordic family feud and the spaces inbetween
George Somper reviews Joachim Trier's Oscar-nominated film that brings intimate family drama to the world of filmmaking
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Previously On… Arrested Development
“There’s always money in the Banana Stand” is one of the most memorable, (and slowly developed) jokes in the beloved three-season comedy series, Arrested Development, which originally ran from 2003 to 2006. Whether there was ‘always money’ in the show itself, however, is an entirely different question, as the Netflix...
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In conversation with Mandy Watson: “Music is our social glue – it transcends language”
Luca Beech sits down with Mandy Watson to discuss all things Classical Kate Bush.
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“Remembrance is not a violation”: Ukrainian Olympic athlete Heraskevych banned for helmet honoring fallen athletes
Ukrainian skeleton slider Vladyslav Heraskevych has been banned from competing in the Winter Olympics held in Italy after his helmet was deemed to be breaking Olympic law. The helmet was decorated with artworks paying tribute to his fellow Ukrainian athletes who had been killed during the Russian invasion. After two...
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Alcaraz Completes Career Grand Slam After Winning 2026 Australian Open
On Sunday 1 February, at the Rod Laver Arena, World No.1, Carlos Alcaraz, defeated Novak Djokovic in four sets (2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5) to win the 2026 Australian Open. Not only did the Spaniard claim his maiden Melbourne title, but he also carved his name into tennis history by becoming...
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Spicing up the shelf: an interview with D on launching The Spicy Librarian bookshop in Leamington Spa
The Spicy Librarian’s physical book shop opened with a bang on Valentine’s Day, which the owner D called “the perfect date for opening the doors to a romance-led space”. What started as an online community and brand, with a podcast, book club, and other events, is now Europe’s biggest independent...
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Government unveils £15bn Warm Homes Plan to cut energy bills
The government has announced a £15 billion ‘Warm Homes Plan’ to help millions of families benefit from solar panels and other green tech to lower their energy bills. It will provide this £15 billion to help families over the next 5 years in a bid to create a “rooftop revolution”, tripling...
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“Songwriting is an escape from reality”: Samuel Evanson on his forthcoming album ‘The Anatomy of Attraction’
Amelia Farmer interviews Samuel Evanson about the release of his forthcoming album 'The Anatomy of Attraction'.
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A thousand dollar ticket: How tour prices reflect on artists
Ania Vercueil discusses the recent controversy surrounding Harry Styles' ticket prices.
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In conversation with Midnight Repost: “It’s just completely different energy for the better”
Luca Beech interviews frontman Liam Priestnall about Midnight Repost's upcoming performance at Warwick's 46th Real Ale Festival.
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How Get-Well Gamers is helping young patients across the UK
For many, video games are often discussed as entertainment – they are a way to unwind after lectures or escape into another world for a few hours. But, for others, gaming serves a far more vital purpose. It helps manage pain, anxiety, and long periods of hospitalisation. The charity supports young patients through moments of distress Get-Well Gamers is a charitable organisation that provides...
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Spotlight On Jacqueline Durran’s Costume Design
Jacqueline Durran is a British costume designer who, after her studies at the Royal College of Art, which did not formally include that of costume or fashion design, began her career in clothing by selling vintage clothes at Camden and Portobello Road markets. This taught her how to date clothes...
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Netflix’s Letby documentary raises more questions than it answers
Netflix’s extensively touted documentary, The Investigation of Lucy Letby, finally aired last week. The feature promised to offer “unseen footage and unheard insider accounts” offering an unprecedented degree of insight into one of the most divisive and troubling cases of our times. Produced by ITN, working closely alongside Cheshire Constabulary,...
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