LORD SUGAR is back in all his bullying, berating glory with an even more vacuous bunch of hopefuls; the new Batman 'origin' story is dark, comic and surprisingly gripping; Grantchester gives vicars sex appeal and the women of Downton Abbey have thrown decorum to the wind when it comes to suitors
Sunday, 19 October 2014
TV round-up: The Apprentice, Gotham, Grantchester and Downton Abbey
LORD SUGAR is back in all his bullying, berating glory with an even more vacuous bunch of hopefuls; the new Batman 'origin' story is dark, comic and surprisingly gripping; Grantchester gives vicars sex appeal and the women of Downton Abbey have thrown decorum to the wind when it comes to suitors
'Placido Domingo is masterly' in I Due Foscari at the Royal Opera House
EVEN the Spanish opera star, in a baritone role, can't help elevate Verdi's rarely performed but structurally flawed story of torture, mendacity and carnival in 15th century Venice; while Handel's Alcina combined sublime voices and and Vivienne Westwood costumes
Theatre round-up: Gypsy, Here Lies Love and The Infidel
IMELDA STAUNTON is magnificent as Mama Rose in this tale of broads, burlesque and battle-axes; Here Lies Love takes a whistle-stop tour through the life of Imelda Marcos and David Baddiel is behind the warm and witty religious satire, The Infidel
Gin, manure and a fork: Chas Hodges shares his allotment must-haves
OUR gardening columnist Chas Hodges, from rocking duo Chas And Dave, on saving his leeks with booze and having fun with the coalman's horse
Shearling, capes and fringing: Go back to boho
FROM statement bags and jewels to colourful faux-fur coats, mix and match for autumn’s hottest looks
Smooth talk: The best facial oils for every skin type
WANT to know the secret of a fabulous complexion? Whether you have dry, normal or combination skin, the latest facial oils offer a slick solution, says our beauty editor
Downton's Michelle Dockery: 'Lady Mary would never have spoken to me'
SHE hobnobs with royalty – of the genuine and Hollywood varieties – and as Downton’s Lady Mary, she’s every inch the aristocrat. But actress Michelle Dockery remains an East End girl at heart...
Ever wondered the meaning behind our favourite sayings? I should cocoa...
WE REEL them off every day – but when you stop to think about it, some of our favourite phrases don’t make the slightest bit of sense. Understand their origins, however, and all becomes clear – as humourist Max Cryer explains in the new book Curious English Words and Phrases. Here’s his A-to-Z guide to why we say…
In the closet with Graham Norton's Radio 2 co-host Maria McErlane
GRAHAM NORTON'S Saturday sparring partner loves the vintage look – but she also has the perfect wardrobe for radio...
Secondary breast cancer patient Heather Lawrence: 'I want to feel alive'
A DECADE ago, secondary breast cancer was a death sentence – but now many people survive years after their diagnosis. Rachel Carlyle speaks to the women who are learning to face an uncertain future
A grieving mother and indiscreet boyfriend: Our agony aunt answers your questions
OUR agony aunt gets to the heart of your sex and relationship problems
Geometric, colourful and quirky: The best doormats for your home
DON'T let your doorway let you down! Greet your guests with these welcoming designs
Antique elegance: Classy design ideas for your home
WITH tactile fabrics and rich embellishments, it’s all in the detail this autumn, says our interiors expert
New Zealand Music Awards: A night to remember
One of the biggest nights in the Kiwi music calendar is just around the corner. Not surprisingly, Lorde has garnered an impressive five nominations in the Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards. The teen from Auckland is widely tipped...
Saturday, 18 October 2014
Xbox One: The Halo Master Chief collection is being released early and here's why
XBOX ONE fans can look forward to getting hold of Halo: The Master Chief Collections in the UK a little earlier in November, after 343 Industries revealed it had gone gold.
'Leviathan' named best picture at London Film Fest
LONDON (AP) Movies about corruption, gang violence, honor killing and war took prizes Saturday as the London Film Festival recognized cinema that confronts the harsh realities of our world.Andrey Zvyagintsev's "Leviathan," a tragic...
Strictly wardrobe malfunction! Brendan Cole splits trousers at CROTCH level
WE'RE guessing he was REALLY giving it his all to cause that kind of damage.
George Lucas fills in details on Chicago museum
CHICAGO (AP) George Lucas is filling in some details on his planned art and movie memorabilia museum, including how the California native settled on Chicago as a location over San Francisco.It was his wife's idea.The "Star Wars"...
Jeremy Clarkson busted for speeding
After being chased out of Argentina by an angry mob, you would think that Jeremy Clarkson would keep a low profile for at least a few weeks.But the under fire Top Gear presenter has found himself in trouble again after getting...
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