Chappell Roan announces Edinburgh summer session gig

A Welsh actor, Craig Russell, revealed that he faced "a very real chance" of not seeing his latest film, "Protein," completed after being diagnosed with a brain tumour post-filming. He reflected on experiencing symptoms during production, which included disorientation and confusion, while the thriller explores a gym-obsessed serial killer's violent actions in a drug turf war. Need More Context? 🔎

Since its opening over 50 years ago, the Sydney Opera House has hosted countless events and notable figures, witnessing significant moments in history. Terry Harper, who has tuned the venue's pianos since its inception in 1973, recently retired, marking the end of a family legacy initiated by his father. Need More Context? 🔎

A new exhibition at the British Museum, titled Ancient India: Living Traditions, features 189 objects that trace the evolution of India's spiritual art from 200BC to AD600, highlighting the transformation of divine imagery in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Curator Dr. Sushma Jansari emphasizes the significance of the human form in religious iconography, showcasing the continuity and change in sacred art and its global influence. Need More Context? 🔎

In June 1995, a 32ft statue of Michael Jackson was floated down the River Thames in London to promote his album HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I, as part of a global campaign featuring ten such statues. Thirty years later, Jackson remains a controversial figure, and some of these fibreglass statues still stand in various locations worldwide. Need More Context? 🔎

Bestselling author Sophie Gravia, known for her racy fiction exploring the complexities of modern dating, has gained fame through titles such as A Glasgow Kiss, Hot Girl Summer, and The Dicktionary Club. Although she hosts a new BBC Sounds podcast on relationships, the NHS nurse maintains boundaries by not sharing her literary work with her family. Need More Context? 🔎

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has expressed that he believes Kneecap's upcoming performance at Glastonbury Festival is "not appropriate" following a court appearance by member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, who faces a terror charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a prior event. Starmer emphasized the need for clarity on such threats, particularly due to the ongoing legal proceedings. Need More Context? 🔎