75 m. ago West Lothian Film Festival announces partnership with breast cancer support charity based in Bathgate

Breast Friends and Family emerged as the winner from 30 nominated organisations

Culture

10 h. ago Bryan Cranston reveals devastating impact of fame on his marriage to Robin Dearden

Bryan Cranston has shed light on the devastating impact of fame on his 36-year marriage to wife Robin Dearden during an appearance at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Politics

11 h. ago Boy George and Culture Club documentary premieres at Tribeca film festival in New York

Guitarist Roy Hay tells Standard ‘we've had horrendous experiences with documentaries but this one gets it right’

Culture

11 h. ago Ozzy Osbourne's Black Sabbath health fears ahead of the group's star studded concert

Rock legends Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne are set for a major UK festival with the likes of Metallica and Guns N’ Roses joining them at Villa back next month, but the singer's health is causing concern

Politics

14 h. ago Festival director urges public to 'vote with their feet' amid last minute trend putting arts events at risk

Hazel Johnson warned arts events in Scotland are facing ‘unprecedented challenges’

Politics

16 h. ago Stacey Solomon releases new 'Ibizia in a bottle' shimmer mist just in time for festival season

Stacey Solomon's new 'Sunshine Spritz' shimmer mist is perfect for summer and it's sure to be a staple for getting the golden-hour-glow at your next beach party or festival

Politics

16 h. ago Stacey Solomon's new ‘Sunshine Sprtiz’ shimmer mist drops in time for festival season

Stacey Solomon's beauty brand Rehab has just released their new 'Summer Spritz' line, which includes a body and hair shimmer spray that will be perfect for festival season

Politics

19 h. ago As big tech grows more involved in Gaza, Muslim workers are wrestling with a spiritual crisis

Is working in big tech halal? Muslim workers are reckoning with the possibility that their jobs go against their religious obligationsBefore Ibtihal Aboussad was fired by Microsoft for protesting the company’s work with the Israeli military during a celebration of the firm’s 50th anniversary, she sent two emails.The first went to all of her colleagues. She appealed to their universal humanity and urged them to stand against Microsoft’s contracts to provide cloud computing software and artificial intelligence products to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). Continue reading...

Events

20 h. ago Rising Stars of Edinburgh Fringe 2025: The New Voices Taking the Stage

As the world’s largest arts festival returns, Edinburgh Fringe 2025 is set to showcase an extraordinary wave of fresh voices and bold new talent. This year’s lineup features powerful explorations of identity, resilience, friendship, and societal change—offering audiences a chance to connect with stories that are as timely as they are personal.

Politics

20 h. ago Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 Highlights: Here are all 17 Edinburgh Comedy Award winners returning this year

With thousands of shows to choose from it can be hard to decide what to book at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. All these comedians are tried-and-tested comedy champions.

Events

21 h. ago Live Review: Jamie xx and others at LIDO Festival, London, 7 June 2025

Live Review: Jamie xx and others at LIDO Festival, London, 7 June 2025  beatsperminute.com

Politics

21 h. ago Promoters blamed for The Fratellis cancelling Scots festival appearance set to enter liquidation

Third-party promoter Wannasee Ltd has confirmed it "is now in the process of entering liquidation" after being blamed for the band withdrawing from their headline slot.

Politics

22 h. ago ‘I looked nine months pregnant and the truth was absolutely terrifying'

Robyn McGhee thought she was just bloated after the festive season and initially put her weight gain down to that.

Events

23 h. ago “In the area”: HAIM respond to Glastonbury Festival rumours and reveal their favourite stage to play on

The group will be in the United Kingdom for the Dreamland Summer Series in Margate on June 27.

Politics

24 h. ago Parklife 2025: Shuttle bus, travel pass, post code and how to get to Heaton Park

Everything you need to know about getting to the Manchester music festival this weekend

Transport

25 h. ago Major retailer promises ‘full refund’ on every tent sold to discourage abandoners

Tents bought throughout festival season can be returned after use

Politics

28 h. ago Shoppers say 'beautiful' statement jewellery is a 'compliment getter'

Fusing architecture style with smooth lines, the Vitaly range is a great choice for festival goers and snappy dressers

Politics

28 h. ago In 'Youth Group' comic, evangelical kids sing silly songs about Jesus, fight demons

When he was a teenager in the 1990s, Jordan Morris was always up for a bit of mischief — as long as it didn’t involve sex or drugs, two things he was sure would kill him

Politics

32 h. ago ‘Glastonbury for bikers’ launches this month, with UK’s biggest motorcycle festival

London bikers get the chance to ride off-road

Transport

33 h. ago The Salt Path author Raynor Winn discusses ‘powerful’ upcoming project in conversation with Matt Everitt

Raynor Winn, author of The Salt Path, sits down with writer and presenter Matt Everitt to discuss the brand new movie adaptation of her award-winning novel and upcoming show Saltlines: An Immersive Portrait of the South West Coast Path in Prose and Music, as part of the first installment of The Independent’s Live series in collaboration with Latitude Festival.

Culture