Baker & Taylor closes library book service after 200 years
The world's largest library book distributor closes its doors, leaving British libraries scrambling for alternatives after two centuries of service.
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Legal fight over Welsh library mosque conversion
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.
International rare books heist uncovered by investigators
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.
Melbourne's Metro Tunnel Complete: First Look Inside
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.
Read 140 Books Yearly With This Library Hack
Discover how one reader smashed their annual book target using a clever library strategy that saved thousands and boosted their literary consumption dramatically.
Trump-era book banning sweeps American schools and libraries
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.
Trump's King Charles sword request denied by library
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.
Trump's 'King Charles' sword removed in protocol breach
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
Century-old Welsh women's peace petition gets new home
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.
School Library Crisis Threatens Children's Literacy
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.
Miami's $50m Trump Library Deal Sparks Fury
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.
Stephen King Donates to Florida Library After Censorship Row
Horror master Stephen King makes powerful statement against censorship with substantial contribution to Florida's Citrus County Library System after local commissioners slash funding.
Liverpool University removes 1000+ books in HarperCollins deal
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 University Shooting: Campus Lockdown After Active Shooter Alert
Florida International University plunged into chaos as an active shooter alert sent students scrambling for safety. Campus lockdown and massive police response underway.
Library boiler noise fury grips Westminster residents
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.
Trump's Presidential Library Planned for Miami Golf Club
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.
DeSantis blocks Trump's presidential library plan in Miami
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
Man orders 50 books on state-funded blind reading scheme
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.
Haruki Murakami Opens First US Library in Manhattan
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.
Christian group loses legal bid to block library mosque
A Christian organisation has lost its High Court challenge to prevent a historic London library from being converted into a mosque. The judge dismissed claims of religious discrimination, allowing the project to proceed.
Florida students find explicit book in school library
Two Florida middle school students discovered a sexually explicit book in their school library titled 'Moms', leading to immediate removal and a district-wide investigation into inappropriate materials.
Boys trash Florida library as mother sleeps, faces neglect charge
Two young boys cause thousands in damages to a Florida library while their mother allegedly slept, sparking outrage and a police investigation into criminal negligence.
Pupils wreak £37,000 havoc destroying school library
Shocking details emerge as pupils at a secondary school in Bury St Edmunds wreak havoc, destroying thousands of books and causing catastrophic damage to their library in an act of 'pure vandalism'.
US Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden to Step Down
Dr Carla Hayden, the first woman and first African American to lead the Library of Congress, has announced her departure plans, sparking a search for her successor ahead of the potential return of Donald Trump.
Supreme Court Hears Landmark Case on NLS 'Gender Critical' Book Ban
The UK Supreme Court is set to rule on a pivotal free speech case after the National Library of Scotland refused to archive a 'gender critical' book, sparking a fierce debate on censorship and women's rights.
American cracks 200-year-old British cipher in minutes
A US-based codebreaker has effortlessly deciphered a cryptic two-word message from a 200-year-old letter found in a UK university archive, leaving experts stunned.
Warsaw Metro Station Opens as Smartphone-Access Library
Warsaw unveils a world-first 'express library' metro station, allowing commuters to borrow physical books for free using just their smartphones, blending urban transport with accessible culture.
Biden's £300m Library Plan Sparks Funding Row
Plans for Joe Biden's £300m presidential library in Delaware face scrutiny over taxpayer funding and proximity to his family home, raising questions about legacy and expenditure.
Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten name
Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten's name from its library and art village after an investigation uncovers her support for segregationist policies, marking a significant step in confronting its historical ties.
Scottish Library in U-turn over gender book exhibition
Scotland's National Library reverses its controversial decision to cancel an event for a gender-critical book after facing intense backlash and accusations of censorship.
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