Paul Bacon: The Man Behind ‘The Big Book Look’Have you ever picked up a book and been immediately drawn in by its cover? Chances are, you’ve held a Paul Bacon design without knowing it…Aug 30Aug 30
The Ghost of White Hart LaneA new play at the Edinburgh Fringe tells the story of one of British football’s most gifted and tragic stars.Aug 20Aug 20
Bill Munro 1934–2023The Driving Force Behind Clydebank FC’s Most Successful SeasonsOct 14, 2023Oct 14, 2023
‘A Medieval Bandit King’ When Richard Burton Disparaged Winston Churchill All in the Name of…Burton’s Article on Churchill Sent his Producers Into a Panic and the UK’s Politicians into a FlapJan 27, 2023Jan 27, 2023
Björn Borg’s 1991 Comeback to TennisA Great Champion who Retired at his Peak when Borg Returned to the Sport, he was a Man out of Time.Jan 21, 20231Jan 21, 20231
The Apocalyptical Novel Written by One of Britain’s Best Loved ComediansLes Dawson’s 1986 novel A Time Before Genesis puzzled many critics, but it was the comic’s greatest wish he be taken seriously as a writer.Jan 13, 2023Jan 13, 2023
Robert De Niro on Stage — Cuba and His Teddy BearDe Niro’s stage appearances have been few and far between, and his 1986 bow on Broadway was an unusual choice.Jan 6, 2023Jan 6, 2023
Published inThe RiffThe Barrowland Ballroom: A Gig Venue Like No OtherWhy a dancehall attached to a market in Glasgow’s East End is one of the best places to experience live music in the world.Mar 15, 20223Mar 15, 20223
Published inCinemaniaMary Ure: An Outstanding Actress Whose Legacy Is Sadly Connected To The Men She LovedThe Scots actress had a meteoric rise in theatre, but later her chaotic love life would provide the headlines.Mar 21, 20212Mar 21, 20212
Killing Escobar: The Story of the Band of British Mercenaries Out to Kill the World’s Biggest Drug…The new documentary tells the unlikely tale of the men who trained to take out Carlos Escobar on behalf of his competition.Mar 18, 2021Mar 18, 2021