UK city culture, events & lifestyle
George Thompson 
Sarah Mullally’s journey from hospital wards to Lambeth Palace is a reminder that leadership in the Church of England can emerge from unexpected places. As the first woman to hold the office of Archbishop of Canterbury, she carries a background shaped more by cancer nursing than by traditional clerical training. Born: 1962 · Title: 106th … Read more
There’s something genuinely disarming about watching two sisters play sisters on screen — especially when one of them also wrote the show. Kat Sadler, the British comedian behind BBC Three’s Such Brave Girls, has turned her real-life sibling dynamic into television’s most refreshingly bleak family comedy. Occupation: Comedian, actress, writer · Notable work: Such Brave … Read more
Gary Kemp may be best known as the guitarist of Spandau Ballet, but his songwriting pen is what has truly shaped his career—and his bank account. While many fans remember the band’s brother duo, Gary and Martin Kemp, fewer know that Gary wrote every one of the band’s 23 hit singles. Born: 16 October 1959, … Read more
For many, Jussie Smollett is the actor whose name became a flashpoint in a national conversation about hate crimes and media hoaxes, yet his career stretches far beyond that single night – from child acting in The Mighty Ducks to starring in Empire. This article traces where Smollett stands now, what his former co-star Terrence … Read more
You probably know Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s work even if you don’t know his name—that impossibly elegant high-backed chair, the stylised rose, or the bold Glasgow School of Art building that seems to defy its Victorian surroundings. Born in Glasgow on 7 June 1868, Mackintosh carved out a singular path in architecture and design, creating a … Read more
For anyone who spent the early 2000s glued to The WB, Tom Welling was the face of a generation’s Superman—even if he never actually wore the suit. More than a decade after Smallville ended, the actor has quietly built a life far from the Kryptonian spotlight, swapping scripts for saddle leather. Born: April 26, 1977 … Read more
There’s a question that pops up in Bollywood fan circles more often than you’d expect: did John Abraham actually stop acting, and if so, why? The short answer is more interesting than a simple yes or no. Born: December 17, 1972 · Nationality: Indian · Profession: Actor and film producer · Years Active: 1997–present · … Read more
Few home improvements feel as invisible yet as vital as upgrading your consumer unit. If your home still relies on a fuse box from the 1980s, the choice between a DIY upgrade and hiring a certified electrician comes down to more than just money — the average professional replacement in the UK costs between £500 … Read more
You’ve likely seen him anchor a Marvel blockbuster, then vanish into a raw indie drama that earned an Oscar nomination. Few actors move between independent films and Hollywood spectacles as deliberately as Riz Ahmed. This guide connects his British Pakistani roots, his music career as Riz MC, and the key roles that built a unique … Read more
Few family stories in British pop culture have taken as many turns as the one between Liam Gallagher and his eldest daughter, Molly. After nearly two decades of estrangement, they reconciled in 2018—and in October 2025, Molly gave birth to a son named Rudy, making Liam a grandfather for the first time. This article traces … Read more