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The nine worst mothers in literature – according to our experts

For Mother’s Day, we asked nine of our academic experts to tell us who they think is the worst mother in literature. From serious villains to children’s book baddies, these mothers subvert every maternal instinct.

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‘Hamnet’ is making audiences break down in tears – and upending beliefs about male grief

Did you cry during “Hamnet”?

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David Dastmalchian was daunted by M. Bison role in Street Fighter

David Dastmalchian has revealed that he found it "terrifying" playing the role of antagonist M. Bison in the new Street Fighter film.

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Readers reply: What if Shakespeare was dropped in modern-day London?

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions ponders the hypothetical reactions of eminent historical personages to today’s Trafalgar Square

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Wit, courage and guile: ten literary heroines to inspire you on International Women’s Day

Ever since pen was first put to paper, literary heroines have leapt off the page, often as literature’s most nuanced characters. Whether plucky and confident, pushing the boundaries of society, or increasingly empowered in their own quiet ways, it is no surprise that fictitious females reveal much about the world.

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Why Hamnet should win the best picture Oscar

By forefronting Jessie Buckley’s Agnes at the expense of her megastar husband, this female-directed feminist fest gives voice to the anguished howls of disenfranchised women everywhere

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Olivier Awards 2026: Full list of nominations as Paddington and Into the Woods dominate

Nick Mohammed will host the Olivier Awards at The Royal Albert Hall in April

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6 of the best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and more (March 2–March 8)

Six must-see shows and movies to seek out this week

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National Theatre director says decline in new writing risks ‘betrayal of William Shakespeare’

Indhu Rubasingham issued a stark warning to industry figures as she gave a landmark lecture

The Independent UK

Shakespeare’s Globe launches environmental playwright prize

Theatre says it will harness art ‘to inspire societal shifts towards restorative relationship with nature’

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4 Timeless Life Lessons from Shakespeare’s Greatest Plays

Shakespeare was not only one of the greatest writers that the world has ever seen, but also one of the greatest philosopher as well. His words contain truths about a plethora of aspects related to human nature and life. Whether it is love, friendship, heartbreak, betrayal or solitude; Shakespeare always…

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Number of plays attributed to 16th-century playwright Thomas Kyd double in new edition

Exclusive: Canon now includes domestic tragedy Arden of Faversham, which is attributed solely to Kyd and ‘not at all’ to Shakespeare

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Princess Kate Shared Why She Almost Ended Up With "Very Puffy Eyes" During Emotional Pre-BAFTAs Evening That Was a "Bad Idea"

Prince William said his wife was "in floods of tears."

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Kate Middleton And Prince William’s Anxiety And Tension On Red Carpet Spotted By BAFTA Viewers

“Kate is trying too hard to look unbothered,” a netizen said online after Princess Kate and Prince William showed up at the 2026 BAFTAs.

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Prince William 'not calm enough' to watch Hamnet

Prince William doesn't feel "calm enough" to watch Hamnet but it left his wife Catherine, Princess of Wales, in "floods of tears".

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Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams make their red carpet couple’s debut at 2026 Baftas

Irish actor Paul Mescal and American singer Gracie Abrams made their red carpet debut as a couple on Sunday at the 2026 Baftas in London. Abrams, 26, wore a black gown adorned with floral designs, with her hair styled slicked-back. Mescal, 29, who is nominated for his role as William…

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Hamnet director Chloe Zhao says the hit film has ‘some energy’ from Ireland

The film, which took home two gongs at this years’ Bafta film awards, showcases Irish talent.

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BAFTAs 2026: Hamnet's Jessie Buckley crowned Best Leading Actress

Hamnet star Jessie Buckley was named Best Leading Actress at the 2026 EE BAFTA Film Awards.

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One Battle After Another sweeps Baftas as Hamnet and I Swear also triumph

One Battle After Another won six awards at the ceremony in London.

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One Battle After Another defeats Hamnet and Sinners at Baftas, as I Swear’s Robert Aramayo takes best actor

Paul Thomas Anderson drama scores six awards, as Jessie Buckley becomes first Irish woman to win leading actress prize

The Independent UK

Prince William says he is not ‘calm’ at Baftas in first appearance since Andrew’s arrest

The Prince of Wales has said he needs to be in a ‘calm state’ to watch Hamnet, adding: ‘I’m not at the moment’

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William says he's 'not in a calm state' at the BAFTAs amid Andrew arrest drama

Revealing he has yet to watch the movie Hamnet, William says: ‘I need to be in quite a calm state and I’m not at the moment’

The Independent UK

Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Hudson among Hollywood stars at Baftas

Gillian Anderson, Emily Watson, Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley were also photographed on the red carpet in central London.

Evening Standard

Bafta chairwoman: It’s been a really good year for watching films

Sara Putt, the head Bafta, said it had been a “glorious” year for audiences as stars arrived for the awards ceremony in central London.

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Jessie Buckley tipped for victory at Bafta film awards

Hamnet made Bafta history with 11 nominations.

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