Cultural

Albert Hammond is well known for his successful career as a songwriter, but as a solo performer, he’s often considered a one-hit wonder. The...

If you’ve been looking for a reason to pack your bags and head toward Cinderella Castle this summer, the "Most Magical Place on Earth" just...

The Oscar-winner says that men still vastly outnumber women on film sets

Explore how major events between 18 and 24 May were captured on The Independent’s front pages

Singer and actor is subject of at least four complaints involving sexual violence in France

The Australian pop star’s life, from her early days in ‘Neighbours’ to her cancer battle, is explored in a new three-part series

In 1975, When That’s the Way of the World arrived in theaters, the music-industry drama struggled to leave much of a lasting impression with...

When Shrek hit theaters on May 18, 2001—25 years ago today—it flipped the fairy-tale formula on its head, replacing polished princes and per...

Joni Mitchell was just nine years old when she faced a life-threatening battle with polio. "My spine was twisted up like a train wreck," she...

Lauren Alaina took a moment to highlight Mental Health Awareness Month during the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday, May 17, as...

Actor slams world leaders saying their behaviour is ‘creating thousands of dead people’

You'll need all your wits about you to solve today's NYT Connections Sports puzzle. Get excited—there's another New York Times game to add t...

A new survey shows that the financial gap in the UK begins for women as early as their late twenties thanks to career breaks and lower pay p...

The unknowable Australian pop star pulls back the curtain on a life and career of highs and lows, writes Annabel Nugent

41 years ago today, on May 18, 1985, Simple Minds topped the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart with their pop-rock hit, “Don’t You (Forget About...

The comedy sketch show was up against the Eurovision Song Contest for viewers

Today's NYT Strands puzzle is positively zesty. Move over, Wordle, Connections, Connections Sports Edition, and Mini Crossword—there’s a new...

In 1975, country music legend Loretta Lynn released what would prove to be the most controversial song of her career. Despite becoming her h...

When they're not screaming at each other in their own private yachts, mansions, and waterfront patios, the Real Housewives of Rhode Island c...

Carl Fredricksen perfectly embodies today's NYT Wordle puzzle answer. But the day just isn't complete until I've solved all of the free word...

Four decades ago, a music legend continued to dominate the scene with her debut album as another of her singles topped the Billboard Hot 100...

The celebrated British casting director Nina Gold has been confirmed to be meeting with young actors for the coveted role

In 1963, a rock hit the airwaves that would go on to cause mass confusion, outrage and accidental comedy. That song was "Louie Louie" by The...

Curry Barker’s ‘Obsession’ has already made back its budget 16 times over

Actor Russell Andrews — perhaps best known for his roles in Grey's Anatomy and Better Call Saul — revealed he has been diagnosed with ALS."I...

It's one X-rated film to the next at Cannes.As the controversial horror-drama The Devils (1971) is celebrated at the France festival with a...

In celebration of his upcoming film, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, Pedro Pascal surprised fans with a once-in-a-lifetime Disneyland...

Rebecca Yarros’ emotional romance novel The Last Letter has been ranked #23 out of 50 on Goodreads Most Read Books This Week in the United S...

Today's Mini Crossword is easy to solve if you've got a good hand. And if you're anything like me, the day is not complete until I finish al...