69 m. ago David Harewood returns to Othello: ‘I don’t just want to open the door but kick it down for the people behind me’

He first played Othello in 1997, when the role was still synonymous with white thespians ‘blacking up’. Now, nearly three decades on, he, Chiwetel Ejiofor and other Black actors discuss how best to tackle Shakespeare’s formidable tragedy“I had no intention of playing this character again. But as soon as the light went on, the house caught fire – and it’s been burning ever since.” David Harewood is talking about Othello, ahead of a new production from the Tony award-winning director Tom Morris that opens in London’s West End on 23 October. The production, which also features Toby Jones as Iago and Caitlin Fitzgerald as Desdemona, sees Harewood return to the role almost 30 years after his landmark performance at the National Theatre.When he took on Othello in 1997, it was the second time he’d done so in his then-short career. The first was at the Swan theatre in Worcester six years earlier – an opportunity for him to familiarise himself with a text he’d certainly revisit in the future...

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69 m. ago Historic town founded by Black Colombians fleeing slavery eyes second ‘independence’

San Basilio de Palenque calls itself ‘the first free Black territory in the Americas’ – a referendum next month could win its own local governmentThe Caribbean Colombian village that proudly calls itself “the first free Black territory in the Americas” is on the verge of freeing itself once again – not from the Spanish crown, as it did in the early 18th century, but from local government control.Just over 300 years after Spain recognised San Basilio de Palenque as a slavery-free territory, residents of the community, just 30 miles away from the touristic hub of Cartagena, are set to vote on finally becoming an independent town.Young people rehearse their musical performance for the night of the Drum festival in San Basilio de Palenque Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Charli XCX stuns in a dramatic lace and leather gown as she joins fellow Brits Cara Delevingne, Rosie Huntington

A sea of stylish British celebrities were out in force for the star-studded 5th Annual Academy Museum Gala in LA on Saturday night.

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2 h. ago The idyllic Italian town that's just like Amalfi but MUCH cheaper

I'm lying on the beach, Aperol Spritz in one hand, espresso in the other. The dulcet tones of Italian couples surround me, chain smoking cigarettes as their skin turns a deep shade of brown.

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2 h. ago Sydney Sweeney flaunts famous cleavage in racy gown as she joins Hailey Bieber and Jenna Ortega at starry Academy Museum Gala

Sydney Sweeney flaunted her famous cleavage as she joined Hailey Bieber and Jenna Ortega at the star-studded 5th Annual Academy Museum Gala in L.A. on Saturday.

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4 h. ago Kim Kardashian stuns onlookers in horrifying MASKED look at one of Hollywood's biggest galas

The SKIMS founder, 44, arrived to this year's Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles with a flesh-toned mask covering her famous face.

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5 h. ago Gen X is entering its grandparent era – and it’s hitting different

From Britpop pin-ups becoming granddads to the wildness of Sally Wainwright’s ‘Riot Women’ – being a grandparent isn’t exactly what it used to be. Cool and often chaotic – possibly more selfish – there’s a new vibe in town, Louise Chunn reports

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5 h. ago Demi Moore, 62, Penelope Cruz, 51, and Eva Longoria, 50, outshine the younger starlets at Academy Museum gala

Demi Moore, Eva Longoria and Penelop Cruz proved they're still as stunning as ever as they outshined many of the young starlets at this year's Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles.

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7 h. ago Charming UK seaside town frozen in 1950s with incredible attraction

Frinton-on-Sea in Essex is a charming seaside town that has been frozen in time, with a population of just 4,837 and a relaxed pace of life that has seen people move there from the capital and other major cities across the UK

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7 h. ago Selena Gomez makes FIRST red carpet appearance with husband Benny Blanco since wedding as their 'perfect' honeymoon is revealed

Selena Gomez and husband Benny Blanco made their first red carpet appearance since their lavish wedding while attending the 5th Annual Academy Museum Gala in L.A. on Saturday.

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8 h. ago Pretty location with some of best food in UK dubbed 'loveliest town in England'

The UK's best food and drink can be found in a market town that's been dubbed the 'loveliest town in England' - and it's not where you'd expect but has grown in popularity over the years

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8 h. ago I tried Tesco, Sainsbury's, M&S, Asda, Aldi, and Morrisons premium mince pies and one trounces the rest

All the others should take note of the clear winner while there was one I couldn't even finish

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9 h. ago Chinese spy suspect was detained at Heathrow with £4000 in cash lying in his suitcase

Christopher Berry (pictured) - a 33-year-old academic from Witney in Oxfordshire - was stopped with the large sum of money in February 2023.

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10 h. ago Jody Morris beats David Bentley by unanimous decision in charity boxing thriller

Former Sheffield United shot-stopper Paddy Kenny was knocked out in the night’s opening bout

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10 h. ago David Bentley vs Jody Morris LIVE: Charity boxing results, reaction, fight stream, and latest updates

Graham Stack has organised a star-studded card with the aim of raising £500,000

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11 h. ago David Bentley vs Jody Morris LIVE: Charity boxing fight stream, latest updates and results

Graham Stack has organised a star-studded card with the aim of raising £500,000

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13 h. ago David Bentley vs Jody Morris LIVE: Charity boxing fight stream, latest updates, start time and results

Graham Stack has organised a star-studded card with the aim of raising £500,000

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14 h. ago 'Feral' kids causing mayhem in town people 'don't want to visit'

The last week has seen the town make the headlines after reports of anti-social behaviour

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17 h. ago David Bentley vs Jody Morris LIVE: Charity boxing fight stream, latest updates and undercard results

Graham Stack has organised a star-studded card with the aim of raising £500,000

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17 h. ago Full list of 51 Morrisons cafes that are closing including three in Wales

Morrisons is closing Daily Stores, Market Kitchens, pharmacies and florists across the UK

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