Tom Service on classical musicClassical musicThe 10 best Scandinavian symphonists (who aren't Sibelius or Nielsen)Sibelius and Nielsen may be dominating London’s concert halls this year, not least with Simon Rattle’s Sibelius symphony cycle, but there are many other Scandinavian composers well worth hearing. Here’s our top ten
It’s not just Sibelius and Nielsen - even if the Barbican Centre in London, just as an example, is stuffed with them at the moment: Sibelius this week asSimon Rattle conducts a complete symphonic cycle with the Berlin Philharmonic, and Nielsen as Sakari Oramo continues his season-long Nielsen cycle. Read More...
World newsThe murder that shook MexicoA grief-striken nation wants to know why its prime-time TV host was shot. Burhan Wazir in Miami reportsThe public assassination was flagrant in its audacity, even by Mexican standards.
Until Monday afternoon, Francisco 'Paco' Stanley, 56, was perhaps Mexico's most loved television host, noted for his apolitical prankishness. His daytime variety show and late-night comedy programmes regularly drew audiences of millions.
His murder last week - and subsequent allegations of his drug-taking and of police ineptitude amid unchecked crime - now threaten to destabilise an already fragile political machine. Read More...
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The G2 interviewTelevision & radioThe standout star of Netflix’s documentary was once prosecuted for attempted murder. Now she runs a care home in Switzerland, where she remains unrepentant – and a little bit scary
The walk to Matrusaden up the hill from the bus stop in the village of Maisprach is a hot one today. It’s worth it for the view alone – of a ridiculously pretty valley full of vineyards and orchards, June birdsong and butterflies. Read More...
