44 h. ago A Very British Summer: Don’t miss these 10 charming cultural events

From the highbrow to the homespun, we round up 10 summer festivals, exhibitions and performances that capture that quintessentially British blend of creativity and charm

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3 d. ago 150th anniversary event explores the trailblazing women behind QMU

As part of Queen Margaret University’s 150th anniversary celebrations, a special public talk and Q&A will explore the remarkable legacies of women who shaped Scotland’s history and are associated with the institution.

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8 d. ago Aberdeen true crime event: David Swindle on Peter Tobin, Operation Anagram and murder investigations

True crime fans are in for a gripping night in Aberdeen this September as one of the UK’s most respected former detectives takes to the stage. David Swindle, the man who led the investigation that unmasked Peter Tobin and went on to launch the groundbreaking Operation Anagram, brings his hit live show Murder: A Search for the Truth to The Lemon Tree on Sunday, September 14.

Events

1 week ago In Pictures: Flights of fancy on parade at Notting Hill Carnival

The event celebrating Caribbean culture and history has been held in London for more than 50 years.

Transport

2 w. ago Notting Hill carnival came ‘very close’ to not happening, says chair in funding appeal

Ian Comfort calls for government to recognise cultural importance of event and guarantee its sustainable futureAbout 2 million people are expected to take to the streets this weekend at the annual Notting Hill carnival for its mix of music, food and Caribbean culture, but for the man who runs it, there is a sense of relief to see it taking place at all.The chair of Notting Hill Carnival Ltd, Ian Comfort, told the Guardian that the event needed to secure a sustainable future after a year of funding rows, public disagreements with the Met police, and negative press after violence last year. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council’s arts development team and Coatbridge's Summerlee Museum announce Music in the Museum return

This vibrant programme of live music events is designed to support creative health, community connection and cultural celebration.

Culture

2 w. ago Barry Can't Swim at All Points East: Full line up and event info

All Points East continues this weekend, with Barry Can’t Swim headlining on Friday

Politics

2 w. ago Notting Hill Carnival could be forced to introduce tickets as 'funding solution'

Proposals to ticket Notting Hill Carnival and strip community control have sparked backlash, with many fearing the cultural legacy of the event could soon be erased.

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2 w. ago Jermaine Jenas makes rare public appearance following his BBC axe and marital split as he attends the GRM Gala after claiming the channel 'took away his life' amid sexting scandal

The event, which celebrates black British culture and UK-based rap and grime artists took place at London's Hurlingham Club.

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3 w. ago How Notting Hill Carnival became one of the biggest cultural events after race riots

Millions of people attend Notting Hill carnival, with some travelling by plane just to experience the Caribbean inspired event - but few know how the carnival began and the roots are deep.

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