Film and TV
Power Ballad review: ‘sentimental life lessons’
Although it shows some promise early on, John Carney’s film about a stolen pop song soon descends into pure cringe, writes Alistair Harkness
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Music
Kraftwerk, Glasgow review: ‘enigmatic legends’
Kraftwerk continue to serve up a magical mixture of revelatory sounds and immaculate visuals, writes Fiona Shepherd
Books
The Repentants by Kate Foster review: ‘soap operatic’
It may be billed as a ‘thrilling feminist historical novel’, but some of the plot contrivances in Kate Foster’s new book are too tenuous to be convincing, writes Stuart Kelly
Art
Duncan of Jordanstone Degree Show, Dundee review: ‘digs deep into inner landscapes’
The best work in this year’s Duncan of Jordanstone Degree Show manages to be personal while also remembering its audience, writes Susan Mansfield
Music
American Music Awards 2026: Here’s the full list of winners – including BTS
It was a big night for Kpop at the 2026 American Music Awards, with BTS taking home the night’s top prize.
Arts and Culture
The African Union’s expanding footprint in strengthening cross-border tourism and trade unity in Africa
Africa stands at a defining moment in its economic and cultural transformation. Across the continent, the vision of a united Africa is gradually becoming a practical reality through strategic policies,…
Comedy
Edinburgh Fringe 2026: Here are all of the SNL UK cast members and writers you can see at this year’s festival
Here is every SNL UK cast member and writer who will appear at the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Arts and Culture
‘Spectacular’ new public art installation commissioned from Scottish Turner Prize winner
Jasleen Kaur won the Turner Prize in 2024
Arts and Culture
Zambian space race Fringe show ‘disappointed’ after London theatre ploughs ahead with play of same name
The Zambian show has been in the pipeline for almost a decade
Film and TV
New James Bond Latest Odds: Here are the 14 actors most hotly tipped to play 007 – Tom Francis now favourite after auditions start
A casting announcement for one of the most famous roles in cinema seems to be imminent.
Theatre and Stage
Edinburgh International Children’s Festival director: ‘We should never underestimate our audience’
After ten years running the Bangkok International Children’s Theatre Festival, Adjiima Na Patalung has taken over as director of the Edinburgh equivalent. She tells to Joyce McMillan what to expect…
Music
PinkPantheress, Glasgow review: ‘modest theatrics’
There was an easy sense of fun about this Glasgow performance from PinkPantheress that suggested bigger, better shows to come, writes Fiona Shepherd
Theatre and Stage
Breakin’ Convention, Glasgow review: ‘energy and charm’
This year’s Breakin’ Convention featured some remarkable dancing from professionals and amateurs alike, writes Kelly Apter
Arts and Culture
Costa Rica Debate Grows Over Moving Annexation Holiday
Nicoya authorities are pushing back against a proposal in Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly that would move the July 25 holiday commemorating the Annexation of the Partido de Nicoya to the…
Arts and Culture
Actor starring in new Richard Gadd show on the Baby Reindeer effect
Half Man was written and produced by Richard Gadd
Arts and Culture
Independence would ‘risk cultural identity’ of people living on England-Scotland border
The book explores cultural identity in the UK’s border regions
Arts and Culture
Costa Rican Cinema Makes History With Cannes Acting Award
Costa Rican cinema reached a new milestone Friday, May 22, when actresses Daniela Marín Navarro and Mariángel Villegas shared the Best Actress award in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard section with…
Arts and Culture
Chayanne Thrills Costa Rica Fans at Estadio Nacional Concert
San José welcomed Puerto Rican superstar Chayanne last night as thousands of fans filled the Estadio Nacional in La Sabana for one of Costa Rica’s most anticipated concerts of 2026.…
Arts and Culture
Sam Heughan to back ‘nationally significant’ visitor attraction in Stranraer
Stranraer lost its ferry port in 2011
Music
Album reviews: Boards of Canada: Inferno |The Coral | Radhika | Autoleisureland
Michael Sandison and Marcus Eoin return after a long hiatus with their fifth Boards of Canada album. It’s been worth the wait, writes Fiona Shepherd
Friday
Kingsmead Book Fair returns with conversations SA needs right now
As the 14th annual Kingsmead Book Fair returns to Johannesburg, the beloved literary gathering once again creates space for difficult conversations, thoughtful reflection and the simple pleasure of sitting with…