Culture news Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja arrested at Palestine Action protest Massive Attack frontman Robert Del Naja was among 500 people arrested at Palestine Action protest in London this weekend. The celebrated trip-hop musician said he wanted to attend the protest despite the consequences a potential arrest could have on his career and touring. 13/04/2026
Culture news Berlin Film Festival crisis: European industry defends Berlinale boss The German government is set to hold an “extraordinary meeting” today over the “future direction” of the Berlin Film Festival. It has been reported that Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle could be fired following outcry over pro-Palestinian speeches during Saturday’s award ceremony. 26/02/2026
Culture news Eurovision winner Conchita Wurst cuts ties with contest Conchita Wurst was expected to play a key role at the forthcoming Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna in May. While the decision is rooted in personal and creative evolution, the withdrawl comes amid growing boycott for the 2026 event. 14/01/2026
Culture news Ireland’s Eurovision winner joins Nemo in returning winners' trophy Eurovision Song Contest winner Charlie McGettigan joins last year's winner Nemo in returning their winners’ trophy. This is in protest at Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026. 15/12/2025
Cinema 'The Voice of Hind Rajab': The reality of the Gaza war through fiction How can filmmakers tell the horrors of the war in Gaza without distorting reality? With 'The Voice of Hind Rajab', director Kaouther Ben Hania offers an answer, halfway between documentary and fiction. 05/12/2025
Culture news Eurovision members debate Israeli boycott – will there be a vote? Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest is being debated at a two-day meeting of member broadcasters in Geneva starting today. Eurovision could vote on Israel’s involvement as more countries threaten boycott next year’s event in Austria. 04/12/2025
World News French unions take Israel to court for obstructing press freedom The complaint filed with France’s anti-terror prosecutor accuses Israeli authorities of systematic obstruction and war crimes against reporters. 02/12/2025
Culture news Spain's Eurovision boycott: RTVE president reaffirms veto on Israel After weeks of moves by delegations such as the Austrian delegacy, which is pushing to keep the country accused of perpetrating genocide at Eurovision, José Pablo López has reiterated RTVE's initial position: it's either Spain or Israel for Eurovision 2026. 28/11/2025
Nigeria Trump threatens Nigeria military action amid Christian abuse claims Despite a positive reception in some quarters to a potential military intervention by the US, many also fear Trump's remarks could be linked to Nigeria's rare earth and mineral resources. 03/11/2025
Culture news Ryuichi Sakamoto estate joins ‘No Music For Genocide’ campaign The estate of legendary Japanese composer joins the likes of Björk, Massive Attack and Fontaines D.C. in the boycott initiative, in response to the genocide in Gaza. 21/10/2025
Culture news UK prosecutors threaten to appeal terror charge against Kneecap rapper A Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) spokesperson said they were appealing the decision to dismiss the terrorism case against Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh. The case was thrown out last month and now, Kneecap have released a statement addressed to the "Police (British) State". 08/10/2025
Culture news Is Kneecap’s Mo Chara considering legal case against British state? “It was a complete circus, it was a carnival, a distraction from what’s actually going on," said Kneecap's Mo Chara in his first interview after the terror charge against him was dismissed last week. 30/09/2025
Culture news Have you watched the documentary Benjamin Netanyahu tried to ban? In the latest episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, the Emmy Award-winning show tackles the topic of Israel and Benjamin Netanyahu. Many of the points made - as well as clips used - lead to a documentary, 'The Bibi Files', which the Israeli PM tried to ban. Here's why it is a vital watch. 29/09/2025
Culture news Björk joins ‘No Music For Genocide’ Israel boycott Björk is the latest artist to join the ‘No Music For Genocide’ Israel boycott, making her catalog of music unavailable on Israeli streaming services. The singer now stands alongside Massive Attack, Paramore and Fontaines D.C. and hundreds more artists who are geo-blocking their music in Israel. 29/09/2025
USA US to revoke Colombian president's visa over 'reckless' comments The US Department of State announced the revocation of Petro’s entry visa early on Saturday, denouncing him for incitement and reckless behaviour as he participated in a pro-Palestine demonstration in New York on Friday. 27/09/2025
Culture news British court throws out terror-related charge against Kneecap member The Kneecap band member, who performs under the name Mo Chara, appeared in court for the third time on terror charges today. The UK court has ruled that these charges cannot continue. 26/09/2025