Entertainment
Jo Whiley chooses perfect family vehicle for festival fun
Whiley, Broadcaster and DJ, plus mother of four children, has bought a new Volkswagen Caravelle, which she says is the best family car she has ever had.
Edward Maya breaks the beeb
Seemingly plucked from obscurity, Edward Maya is a now global phenomenon beating off artists such as Lady Gaga scoring a massive youtube hit with his new single “Stereo Love”.
Covent Garden to host special opera performance
On Wednesday 12th May 2010, enjoy The Lovely Ladies, a delightful new one-act opera, proudly sponsored by Covent Garden London, the capital’s home of performing arts.
Dates announced for Winchester Hat Fair
Hat Fair, Winchester, the UK’s longest running and most exciting Street Theatre Festival, has announced the dates for this year’s 36th festival – Thursday 1 July to Sunday 4 July 2010.
Over half of British adults still enjoy 80s' culture
From food to fashion, the 1980s still influences more than 50% of British adults according to a new study by M&S Money, commissioned to mark the company's 25th anniversary.
Hyde Park looks hot for summer
As the temperature rises in London town, Wireless sponsored by Barclaycard hots up as it’s announced that the pioneering force behind the dubstep movement, Magnetic Man and drum & bass mastermind Sub Focus will make a much anticipated appearance as they join the bill for Saturday 3 July.
Avatar comes to the ‘Rock’
The most successful film of all time, Avatar, is having its DVD and Blu-ray release promoted on the side of James Nash’s Triple 8 racing Vauxhall Vectra at this weekend’s Rockingham Northants British Touring Car Event.
It's a World Cup football frenzy
Planning a World Cup-themed children’s party? Gathering a crowd, beers and bites to support our boys? Make sure you’re in the mood for celebration with Ladybird Football goodies from Talking Tables.
Straight talking Gene Hunt for Prime Minister
A survey carried out by virginmedia.com, has found that 43% of voters would like to see Ashes to Ashes cop show star Gene Hunt become Prime Minster. Rather aptly set in the 80s, Hunt could also go by the name of the Iron Man with his blunt, straight to the point character.
Virgin Media launches online movies service
Virgin Media have announced the launch of its first online movies service: Virgin Media Online Movies. With hundreds of titles to watch on demand, including Fantastic Mr Fox, District 9 and, from 6th May, The Twilight Saga: New Moon, Virgin Media Online Movies will be the perfect online hub for all film lovers.
Trendy Panasonic headphones
Noise Awareness Week takes place annually from 26th-30th April; it is specifically designed to raise awareness about the impact of excessive noise on communities and individuals. Thankfully Panasonic have launched a pair of headphones that will please your ears and everyone around.
Celeb spotting with Hostelworld.com
With the Cannes Film Festival almost upon us, many an autograph hunter will be flocking to the city of glamour hoping to spot some famous faces.
Get away to the Barbican Jazz and Blues Festival
Air Southwest and Pentillie Castle have teamed up to offer a great getaway deal during the internationally acclaimed Barbican Jazz and Blues festival in Plymouth, which runs from 1 - 9 May 2010.
smart tunes into Dave with exclusive sponsorship deal
smart is set to become a star of the screen with the iconic brand being the sole broadcast sponsor of weekend peak programming on UKTV’s acclaimed channel, Dave.
Noah’s Ark discovery as Durham prepares to tell the tale
As a team of evangelical Christians say they've discovered Noah's Ark near the peak of Mount Ararat, festival organisers for the forthcoming Durham Mysteries are watching the story with keen interest.