Former President Barack Obama's controversial presidential library faces mounting criticism from Chicago locals who condemn the concrete-heavy design as an urban blight and protest the seizure of cherished public parkland for the $500 million project.
New York's theatre district faces unprecedented disruption as Broadway musicians and actors overwhelmingly vote to authorise strike action in contract disputes, threatening to darken world-famous venues.
An extraordinary exhibition at The Morgan Library unveils Pierre-Auguste Renoir's intimate drawings, offering unprecedented insight into the Impressionist master's creative process beyond his famous paintings.
Former President Obama's presidential centre in Chicago showcases his unexpected passion for Star Wars memorabilia, including rare collectibles and personal artefacts from his administration.
Miami-Dade College approves plans for Donald Trump's presidential library on its campus, creating an unprecedented partnership between academia and the former president's legacy.
A long-missing 17th-century Latin book, 'Theologia Moralis,' has been miraculously recovered at Michigan State University's library after being lost for approximately 50-70 years, sparking excitement among rare book historians.
Library employees in Westminster report being threatened by managers after refusing to remove a contentious feminist book from shelves following public protests.
The British Library confirms significant IT outages after a sophisticated cyber attack, affecting reading rooms, website services and public Wi-Fi across its London locations.
The world's largest library book distributor closes its doors, leaving British libraries scrambling for alternatives after two centuries of service.
A controversial plan to convert a former Welsh library into a mosque has sparked legal action from Christian groups, raising questions about community spaces and religious equality.
A powerful new documentary reveals how women became the backbone of the 1984-85 miners' strike, transforming from homemakers to formidable activists in Britain's most bitter industrial dispute.
An elaborate international crime ring has been exposed after stealing priceless rare books from libraries across Europe and Russia. Discover how investigators cracked the sophisticated heist.
After years of anticipation, Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel project is complete. Discover the stunning new stations and how this underground rail network will reshape the city's commute forever.
Discover how one reader smashed their annual book target using a clever library strategy that saved thousands and boosted their literary consumption dramatically.
Rome and cities across Italy stand still in unprecedented national strike called by major unions protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza, with transport and schools disrupted nationwide.
A disturbing trend of book banning sweeps across America, with Trump-era policies accelerating censorship efforts in schools and libraries nationwide. Discover which titles are being targeted and why.
The Eisenhower Presidential Library refused Donald Trump's unusual request to borrow a historic sword for King Charles III's coronation, citing preservation concerns in newly revealed correspondence.
The Eisenhower Presidential Library has removed a ceremonial sword presented to Donald Trump after it was controversially engraved 'President Donald J. Trump - King Charles III' - a title the monarch hasn't used. The diplomatic blunder has sparked royal p
A groundbreaking 1923 peace petition signed by 390,000 Welsh women, once dismissed as a 'silly season' story, gains permanent recognition at the National Library of Wales in a powerful ceremony.
England's primary school libraries face an uncertain future as funding cuts and staffing shortages threaten their very existence, putting children's literacy at risk.
A contentious agreement to bring Donald Trump's presidential library to Miami faces mounting criticism over public funding and ethical concerns as legal battles loom.
Horror master Stephen King makes powerful statement against censorship with substantial contribution to Florida's Citrus County Library System after local commissioners slash funding.
Manchester Airport faces severe disruption as 300 security and terminal staff launch strike action, demanding better pay and conditions during peak travel season.
Liverpool University sparks outrage by removing over 1,000 books from its library in partnership with HarperCollins, raising concerns about academic freedom and publisher influence.
Florida International University plunged into chaos as an active shooter alert sent students scrambling for safety. Campus lockdown and massive police response underway.
Furious Westminster residents demand action as deafening boiler noise from library basement disrupts sleep and daily life. Local council faces mounting pressure to resolve the ongoing acoustic nightmare.
Plans are underway to establish Donald Trump's presidential library at his Trump National Doral Miami golf resort, a significant departure from tradition that is already attracting scrutiny.
Plans for a Donald Trump presidential library and museum in Miami have been thwarted after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis quietly signed legislation barring state funding for such projects, dealing a significant blow to the former president's legacy ambiti
A California man has sparked outrage after exploiting a government programme for the blind and disabled, ordering 50 expensive books on politics and history at taxpayers' expense.
Acclaimed Japanese author Haruki Murakami has inaugurated his first US-based library, The Haruki Murakami Library, at Waseda University's Manhattan campus, offering a deep dive into his literary world.