Shrek, Spirited Away, Pan’s Labyrinth, The Shape of Water, and more make up our list of fantasy movie masterpieces that ...

In a welcome contrast with the preceding few years, 2025 saw an increased yield of high-quality films suitable for viewing by ...

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a modern picture book retelling of a classic fairy tale, a middle grade novel ...

New Jersey is the birthplace and home of many people who have gone on to achieve fame and success. Here are some examples.

This interview was published in Arts & Ideas, a publication by The Martha’s Vineyard Times, in 2024. After the tragic news of John Forté’s death at the start of 2026, we wanted to republish the piece ...

To deal with biblical jackrabbit plagues during the Dust Bowl, farmers and townsfolk organized massive rabbit drives across ...

Essex is awash with beauty spots to visit for a snowdrop stroll. Every February historic Hedingham Castle in Halstead opens it grounds to invite visitors in for a snowdrop trail. Tickets include entry ...

From Resident Evil to Werwulf, here are all the new horror movies coming our way in 2026 and 2027 ...

Once upon a time you’d be lucky to get more than a packet of crisps with your pint. During the ‘70s, the concept of evening ...

Sure as death and taxes, the Academy Award nominations are once again upon us. The big news: Sinners has obliterated the previous record for previous nominations. Time now being what it is — some ...

His name is Jett. This has already given rise to ridiculous nicknames that we hope won’t stick, like Jettski, Jettboots, Jetpack, Jetboy. He may be doomed to a life of having his name spellchecked to ...

Mark Billingham is the 2026 recipient of the Crime Writers’ Association (CWA) Diamond Dagger, sponsored by Karen Baugh Menuhin. The award recognises authors whose crime writing careers have been ...