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As a new adaptation of The Forsyte Saga is about to stream, how did this tale of an affluent family encapsulate the timeless themes of power, generational conflict and "new money"?

From a new literary discussion show to a Games of Thrones star waxing lyrical about our feathered friends, we pick the best new podcasts for you to listen to and watch.

Metamorphoses, an ancient compendium of Greek myths, has surprising parallels with contemporary concerns, from climate change to gender-based violence.

From shop rails to gallery walls, the late New York artist's distinctive humanoid figures are ubiquitous these days - but some worry his work's real meaning is being lost.

In recent times, the Academy Awards have become stale. But last night, they felt fresher and more exciting than they have for a long while. Here's why.

Patty Hearst was abducted by a revolutionary group in 1974, as reported by the BBC. But 50 years ago, on 20 March 1976, she was found guilty of siding with her captors.

From a luxe haven with dizzying ocean vistas to the highest private home on the US west coast, these sky-high masterworks of design are among the most breathtaking ever built.

In the final few days before the Academy Awards, and with several key races tightening, here are the BBC film critics' final expert predictions.

Hamnet has brought Tudor architecture and interiors to the fore. And there are plenty of houses around the UK still showcasing 16th-Century living.

This new space epic starring Gosling as a solo astronaut trying to save humanity is over two-and-a-half hours long - yet manages to be 'zippily entertaining' throughout.