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HISTORICAL FACTS: William shakespeare - The Untold Story

‘What happened to the testicles?’: mockery in Milan over bull mosaic’s restoration

Rampant Bull needed a makeover after wear and tear from tourists, but refurbishment ‘castrated’ it, critics say

The Guardian - UK

“John, Paul and George looked like they had gone back in time, like they were kids again, playing together for the sheer enjoyment of it”: The joyful making of The Beatles’ life-affirming finale

The three-track cycle that concluded Abbey Road was structured to be a wrap-up of all they had achieved as a band

MusicRadar

The wild injury that made Suzy Eddie Izzard delay Australian tour

She's on stage in Newcastle tonight, and will perform 23 roles in Hamlet at the Sydney Opera House in June.

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Quote of the day by Seneca: ‘He suffers more than necessary, who suffers before it…’ The Roman philosopher’s powerful warning about fear, stress and mental suffering explains why people exhaust themselves before problems arrive

Quote of the Day: Seneca the Younger’s writings endured long after the fall of the Roman Empire because they explored psychological struggles that remain deeply human today. His essays influenced thinkers and writers ranging from William Shakespeare to Michel de Montaigne, while modern readers continue turning to Stoicism during periods…

The Economic Times

Quote of the day by William Shakespeare: 'Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind, And therefore is...' - life lessons on why true love starts in the mind and grows in the heart by Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and Macbeth writer

Quote of the day by William Shakespeare: William Shakespeare's words reveal love's true nature. It is not about looks but the mind and heart. Real love grows through trust and understanding, not instant attraction. Shakespeare, a celebrated English playwright, explored these deep human emotions centuries ago.

The Economic Times

85 Infuriatingly Funny Puns And Jokes That Keep Getting Worse In The Best Possible Way (New Pics)

Puns and wordplay jokes always manage to deliver a punchline — guaranteeing a reaction, whether it’s a genuine laugh or a classic eye roll. Of course, there are some pun-bearable jokes out there, but this one account does its best to deliver the most hilarious and absurd ones. The utter…

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Joseph Fiennes opens up about Dear England: "I thought I was going to be in a Shakespeare or Chekhov play… then I was handed a script about Gareth Southgate!"

Award-winning actor Joseph Fiennes reveals it was a privilege to play the England boss and not a poison chalice.

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Letter: Michael Pennington obituary

Joe Unsworth writes: It felt a great privilege to watch Michael Pennington on his touring theatre shows to Newcastle

The Guardian - UK

'Thor' hammered down 15 years ago, and it's still the only Marvel movie to do the God of Thunder justice

In 2011, Thor proved himself more than worthy in his roaring MCU debut. Since then, the thunder has turned into laughter.

Space

8 new 4K Blu-rays from April 2026 to add to your collection

April has been another great month for 4K Blu-rays, and I'm looking at 8 discs that could make a fine addition to your collection.

TechRadar

Historic 400-Year-Old Shakespeare Family Home Declared at Risk After Vehicle Reverses Into Building

Hall's Croft, a Shakespearean heritage site, faces a £10 million restoration after a vehicle collision exposed its fragile state, highlighting the challenges of preserving historic buildings.

International Business Times UK

4 lessons on how to be a good neighbour, from Shakespeare

Be a good neighbour.

The Conversation

Mystery of William Shakespeare’s London lodgings is finally solved

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The Independent UK

Precise location of William Shakespeare’s London lodgings revealed for first time

Bard's Blackfriars home burned down 50 years after his death, but its exact location has remained a mystery until now

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New discovery solves mystery of the location of Shakespeare's London house

A newly discovered 17th-century map sheds light on William Shakespeare's life in London

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Riz Ahmed hasn't seen his Oscar in years

Movie star Riz Ahmed admits that he hasn't seen his Oscar in years.

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Riz Ahmed admits to feeling like an outsider, but why?

Riz Ahmed has recalled feeling like an outsider as a child.

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‘Wartime President’ Trump finds time to weigh in on Instagram skits, urges Erika Kirk to sue Druski

As William Shakespeare famously put it, “in jest, there is truth.”

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I’m TechRadar’s 4K Blu-ray tester — here are the 4 new discs I’m most excited about reviewing in April 2026

April 2026 is set to be another month packed with great new 4K Blu-ray releases, so I've picked the top 4 I'm most looking forward to testing.

The Guardian - UK

The best theatre to stream this month: Patrick Stewart reads Shakespeare’s sonnets – all 154 of them

The great Shakespearean shares his passion project, there’s a sneak peek of Sam Ryder’s Jesus Christ Superstar and Back to the Future: The Musical hits reverse

The Guardian - UK

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Jessie Buckley makes Oscars history as she becomes first Irish best actress winner

The 36-year-old took home the award for her portrayal of William Shakespeare’s wife Agnes

The Independent UK

Jessie Buckley dedicates Oscar win to ‘beautiful chaos of a mother’s heart’

The 36-year-old became the first Irish actress to win the prize, taking home the award for her portrayal of William Shakespeare’s wife Agnes.

Total Film

Hament star Jessie Buckley wins Best Actress at the 2026 Oscars, to the surprise of no one

After being hotly tipped to win for months, even honking reviews for The Bride didn't derail Jessie Buckley's Oscar fortunes

The Independent UK

Jessie Buckley wins the best actress Oscar for tear-jerking ‘Hamnet’ performance

Jessie Buckley has claimed her first Oscar for her moving, emotional performance in the period drama “Hamnet.”

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