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Sean Shibe/Dunedin Consort/Butt review – Scottish links bring the rich and strange

Milton Court, LondonWith music that ranged across four centuries culminating in the premiere of Cassandra Miller’s Chanter for guitar and strings, this concert showcased the skill of Shibe, a truly compelling performerThe Dunedin Consort’s reputation...

'Serious deficiencies' in Bank's economy forecasts

Under-investment had led to a "complicated and unwieldy system" being used, a review has found.

Beyoncé effect: Cowboy Carter album puts Levi’s on fashion hotlist

Influence of the ‘culture shaper’ is a potential goldmine for the jeans brand, but effect won’t last forever, say observers“Denim on denim on denim on denim,” sings Beyoncé on Levii’s Jeans, one of the standout tracks of her new album, Cowboy Carter....

Meta criticised after lowering WhatsApp minimum age from 16 to 13

Meta has lowered the minimum age to use the popular messaging platform WhatsApp.

Bafta games awards hail one of gaming’s best ever years

Despite lay-offs and studio closures, the 20th edition of the ceremony saw Dungeons & Dragons-inspired Baldur’s Gate 3 become the runaway winner in a hotly contested fieldIn London last night, the 20th Bafta games awards celebrated a year that wa...

The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror – reviews roundup

Calypso by Oliver K Langmead; Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell; The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo; The Underhistory by Kaaron Warren; The Universe Delivers the Enemy You Need by Adam MarekCalypso by Oliver K Langmead (Titan, £12.99)Langmea...

Firms warned to hold cash back for motor finance probe

The financial watchdog has warned firms to ensure they have enough money for potential compensation.

Bluey producer confirms more 'in store' for hit show after cancellation fears

A producer of the hit animation Bluey has reassured parents and kids "it's not the end" after worried fans were left confused by a cryptic conclusion to the latest episode.

GDP rises in February increasing hopes UK is out of recession

The economy grew by 0.1%, official figures show, with the production sector providing the biggest boost.

NASA urged to help in fresh search for Loch Ness monster

NASA has been asked to help in a new search for the Loch Ness monster.

Coachella 2024: music A-listers hit the desert after a struggle to sell tickets

Lana Del Rey, Doja Cat and Tyler, the Creator will headline but splashy Palm Springs festival has faced slowest sales in a decadeMusic’s biggest names head to the desert this weekend for a troubled edition of the Coachella festival, which has seen it...

BlackBerry and Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver: the seven best films to watch on TV this week

Thrills abound in a smart, funny tale of mobile phone innovation, while Zack Snyder’s space opera returns for an epic battle Continue reading...

Government should counter misinformation on TikTok, MPs say

The government should use TikTok to help combat misinformation directed at young people, a group of MPs has said.

Biden urged to ban China-made electric vehicles

Senate Banking Committee chair called Chinese EVs an "existential threat" to the US motor industry.

Taylor Swift’s music returns to TikTok even as label fights over artist compensation

Universal Music remains at loggerheads with the app, but Swift – whose new album The Tortured Poets Department is out next week – can control where her work is availableTaylor Swift’s music has returned to TikTok, despite the singer’s record label, U...