Library staff threatened over feminist book protests
Library employees in Westminster report being threatened by managers after refusing to remove a contentious feminist book from shelves following public protests.
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.
Discover how Germany's forests are witnessing an unprecedented surge in mushroom hunters, creating both culinary opportunities and conservation concerns across the nation.
A mysterious alien-like organism discovered on Dartmoor has been identified as the rare stinkhorn fungus, creating both wonder and unease among local walkers and mycologists.
Discover how mushrooms and toadstools are stealing the spotlight in one of Britain's most celebrated gardens this autumn, creating an enchanting fungal wonderland.
The world's largest library book distributor closes its doors, leaving British libraries scrambling for alternatives after two centuries of service.
Explore the captivating world of fungi through Ying Ang's lens in 'Fruiting Bodies' - a stunning photographic series that transforms ordinary mushrooms into extraordinary works of art, revealing the intricate beauty of nature's most mysterious organisms.
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.
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.
Discover the surprising household staple that eradicates unsightly lawn mushrooms instantly. Gardening experts reveal this cheap, effective solution that transforms your turf without harsh chemicals.
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.
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.
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.
A deadly drug-resistant fungus, Candida auris, is spreading rapidly across Europe, with UK health officials issuing urgent warnings. Cases have surged, posing a severe threat to vulnerable patients in hospitals and care homes.
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 drug-resistant and potentially deadly fungus, Candida auris, is causing concern as cases surge across European hospitals. Learn about the symptoms and why it poses a significant threat.
UK scientists pioneer a revolutionary vaccine targeting Candida albicans, a deadly fungal infection, offering a potential shield for vulnerable patients and a new weapon against antimicrobial resistance.
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.
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.