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For its diamond jubilee, Notting Hill Carnival returns to the streets of west London on August 30 and 31, 2026. Behind the costumes, sound systems and celebration, the event shows how a community turned urban tension into global cultural power.
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After her world tour, Ariana Grande will significantly reduce her public appearances and abandon a major theatrical project in London.
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The London Rolling Film Festival opens its 16th edition with 48 films from 12 countries. Its bet is to stay compact enough to turn every screening into an industry encounter.
Culture · 5 min read
With Aaron Esh's first collection, AllSaints is trying to turn indie nostalgia into a new fashion language: less logo, sharper cut, and a deeply London cultural ambition.
Culture · 6 min read
Overmono releases 'Pure Devotion' on August 7 and celebrates the event in the heart of London. Embracing imperfections, the power of live performance, and a world tour, the Russell brothers aim to redraw the boundaries of electronic music.
Culture · 7 min read
The National Portrait Gallery in London has acquired a portrait of Charli XCX by Harley Weir. Behind this image of the Brat era, the museum honors an artist who has become a global phenomenon across music, fashion, and cinema.
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