Wole Soyinka - Africa's first literary laureate

African week has brought many prominent people to the European Parliament. One of them is Wole Soyinka, a Nigerian writer, poet, playwright and the first African winner of the Nobel prize for literature in 1986. more »

Bridging the cultural divide

In a global melting pot, how we relate to one another's culture is an issue of the greatest importance. more »

Tomorrow's translators show their stuff

“Translation is the language of Europe” according to Italian writer and intellectual Umberto Eco. more »

Art you can still afford, maybe

At the "Art supermarket" in Berlin, shoppers were looking for new additions to their collections. more »

Comics as art

Aficionados from around the world visit Lima's national library to pay homage at the country's first ever festival of the comic book genre. more »

Ancient Rome: 310 AD in 3-D

The new way to experience life in ancient Rome is about to open its doors to the tourist hordes. more »

Oldest Hebrew text unearthed

This piece of pottery is being hailed as the holder of the world's oldest example of Hebrew text. more »

Talk of the Town: Hudson's nephew found

The latest celebrity news including Jennifer Hudson's nephew found, Keanu Reeves goes to trial and Amy Poehler has a baby. more »

Anne Hathway's ex gets 4 years in jail

The latest celebrity news including Anne Hathaway's ex sentenced to prison, Beyonce's alter ego takes control, and Al Pacino honored for his life's work. more »

Talk of the Town

The latest celebrity news including David Duchovny's divorce, Eminem's new album and Britney hits number one. more »