Artists highlight hazards of abandoned tires
A musician has launched a project with a group of artists to upcycle tires into art and furniture, and raise environmental awareness. Tires that are discarded can leach toxic chemicals.…
Taryn Simon explores ‘The Game’ of Democracy
Her images reveal the impossible, the invisible and the many, many layers behind a photograph. Taryn Simon’s singular and meticulous approach to fine art photography produces pictures that interrogate our political structures,…
Forged in Metal: Inside Hellfest 2025’s epic lineup
It's France's biggest music festival, drawing up to 300,000 people to the little town of Clisson every year. We check in with music critic Marjorie Hache who brings us the latest from…
Diving: Can coral reefs survive mass tourism?
On the French archipelago of Guadeloupe, thousands of snorkellers visit the Pigeon Islands every year, putting the reef under huge stress. Despite warnings not to touch or stand on the coral, many…
Herman Düne recounts his long journey home with new album ‘Odysseús’
Franco-Swedish artist Herman Düne has made a name for himself since the late 1990s thanks to his delicate rock and indie tones. He's just released "Odysseús", which he began composing when he…
‘Assisting suicide at a systematic scale’: Author calls for ban on online forum after sister’s death
For those suffering from mental health problems, the internet can be a door to getting help and finding a community, but it can also open a user to extremely damaging content that…
Film show: Tom Hiddleston brings a gentle touch to ‘The Life of Chuck’
After adapting three of Stephen King's horror stories, director Mike Flanagan opted for the author's sweet and life-affirming novella "The Life of Chuck" for his latest film. Film critic Emma Jones tells…
France’s Cabourg festival celebrates romance in films
This year marks the 39th edition of the annual romantic film festival, held in the French city of Cabourg in Normandy. Set to run until June 15, this year’s edition will spotlight…
The voice of an endless summer: Beach Boy Brian Wilson dies at 82
His looping melodies and bewitching harmonies were the soundtrack to an endless, Californian summer. Brian Wilson's death has prompted an outpouring of affection and admiration, as the music industry pays tribute to…
Brazilian author Djamila Ribeiro honours the unseen work of Black women
She is Brazil's most compelling defender of Black feminism. Philosopher, writer and professor Djamila Ribeiro has been instrumental in calling out structural racism and pushing for societal change, be it in publishing…
Music show: Obongjayar calls out ‘spineless’ politicians on danceable album ‘Paradise Now’
In this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with UK-based Nigerian musician Obongjayar. He's just released his second album called "Paradise Now", a danceable record inspired by partying.…