From a Shakespearean village footpath dispute to a Sri Lankan police chief hunt and a horrific abuse case, news headlines are generating controversy and debate. Read more...

Dive into the latest entertainment news with reviews of films like 'Cronos' and 'A Real Pain', plus new comics and manga, and a selection of must-see stage performances across France. Read more...

A rare, handwritten variation of Shakespeare's Sonnet 116 has been discovered in Oxford, revealing how early admirers reinterpreted his poems, even for political purposes. A prisoner finds solace in Shakespeare too. Read more...

Explore Suleyman the Magnificent's reign, Hungarian film funding challenges, and a modern Romeo and Juliet adaptation in this diverse cultural roundup. Read more...

Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare, is reportedly facing economic hardship as rising business costs lead to shop closures, sparking fears of a "terminal decline." Read more...

Reports indicate Trump may revoke legal status for 240,000 Ukrainian refugees. This follows criticism of Zelenskyy and tensions over military aid and a minerals agreement. JD Vance is also facing criticism and meme-ification. Read more...

Christopher Nolan and Edward Berger are rumored to direct the next Bond film. Plus, Matt Damon may be unrecognizable in Nolan's "The Odyssey" adaptation! A couple with a big age gap navigates family life. Read more...

From Sing Sing prison to a modern Romeo and Juliet retelling, theatre offers transformation and commentary. One inmate found freedom in Shakespeare, while a new production uses rap to explore division. Read more...