Hello, As the BBC approaches its centenary, we take a peek through its vast archive vaults. They hold the earliest radio recordings and tapes of long-forgotten programmes, photographs, vinyl discs and sheet music, tracing the evolution of broadcasting in Britain. The RSPB is holding its 40th Big Garden Birdwatch this weekend. Turn to our Life section for a guide to the birds you can spot in your garden.
In Culture, Oscars are go! No women have been nominated in the Best Director category (again), but this year’s shortlists show that significant progress has been made elsewhere this year. Which Caribbean island is for you? Each nation is vastly different in appearance and what they offer. Do you want culture or volcanoes, carnival or surfing? Our Travel guide has the answer.
If that has you dreaming of winter sun, check out the great last-minute deals we have found. In Sport, we speak to the Welsh wing wizard Liam Williams ahead of next week's SIx Nations kick-off.
As always, there’s our popular puzzles pull-out, handy 7-day TV guide, insightful comment section on the week’s biggest topics and useful money advice. Whatever you are doing, we hope you have a wonderful weekend. Don't forget to pick up your copy of iweekend from all good newspaper retailers. | Pascale Hughes i Reporter |
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