From The Hurt Locker to war photography: The Iraq War, 10 years on
As the Iraqis mark a grim anniversary, we look at how the Iraq War is represented in books, TV and film. Ten years since the start of the invasion of...
Written by Ben East
The grand (Manchester) tour.
The Manchester Weekender isn’t just about art, music and, um, flaneurs; it also presents a series of weird and wonderful walking tours, says Ben East. One of the Manchester Weekender’s...
Festival fever strikes the city: our pick of what's on in Manchester this month.
Ben East gets to grips with May’s festive onslaught of music, art, outdoor events and more There’s no need to air that tent quite yet – festival season kicks off...
On your marks… Guide to the Great Manchester Run.
Ben East gives us the savvy sprinter’s guide to the Bupa Great Manchester Run As Britain’s premier 10km running event, the Great Manchester Run welcomes thousands of people into the...
Over and out. Urbis' final show.
Ben East checks out an exhibition celebrating Urbis’ greatest hits before the shutters come down On the first floor, music fans strap on headphones to listen to – and learn...
Manchester festivals: our pick of the best
Looking for things to do in Manchester this month? Ben East rounds up the best of the October festivals. The festival season conjures up many images; of sun, of bands,...