Man reads 3,599 books in 60-year marathon
Discover the incredible story of a retired engineer who achieved the unimaginable - reading nearly 3,600 books over six decades while meticulously tracking every page.
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Fall For These Books: Ultimate Cozy Romance Reading List
Discover the most enchanting autumnal romance novels that are capturing hearts on Goodreads this season. From charming small-town love stories to witty romantic comedies, find your perfect cosy read.
Simple ritual renews reading love amid digital overload
Discover how breaking free from endless scrolling with a simple daily practice transformed one person's relationship with books and mental wellbeing.
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.
Cosy Fantasy Books: Your Ultimate Comfort Reading List
Discover the enchanting world of cosy fantasy literature with bestselling author recommendations for your next comforting read. Perfect for escaping daily stress with magical, low-stakes stories.
Why you forget books you just read
Discover the surprising psychological phenomenon affecting avid readers everywhere and learn practical strategies to improve your reading retention.
Reading Rainbow Returns with Mychal Threets as Host
The iconic children's educational programme Reading Rainbow is set for a spectacular comeback, with former librarian Mychal Threets bringing his viral book enthusiasm to a new generation of young British readers.
Brits' reading attention span lasts just 14 minutes
A groundbreaking UK study reveals the average Brit's attention span for reading has plummeted to just 14 minutes. Discover the causes and impacts of this national focus crisis.
Nick Harkaway: Dickens Nearly Killed My Love of Reading
Bestselling author Nick Harkaway reveals in a candid interview how a forced encounter with Charles Dickens as a child nearly ended his reading journey forever, before a fantasy epic saved him.
Zuckerberg Reveals AI Smart Glasses That See & Translate World
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announces groundbreaking AI integration for Ray-Ban smart glasses, enabling real-time object identification and translation, signalling a major leap in wearable technology.
Revolutionary Eye Drops Could Replace Reading Glasses
Groundbreaking new eye drops developed by scientists could soon free millions from the hassle of reading glasses, offering a simple solution for age-related vision decline.
Andy Carroll Sent Off 38 Seconds After Substituting On
Veteran striker Andy Carroll makes an infamous return for Reading FC, receiving a straight red card mere seconds after coming off the bench in a dramatic Championship clash against Norwich City.
Forget The Beach: Cosy 'Bookcations' Are The UK's New Trend
Discover the rise of 'bookcations', the ultimate literary getaway combining peaceful reading retreats with stunning UK stays. Perfect for bibliophiles seeking solace.
Author Names 5 Life-Changing Books You Must Read
Discover the five essential books that have profoundly shaped one author's life and writing, from timeless classics to modern masterpieces that promise to captivate every reader.
Bill Gates Names His 5 Favourite Must-Read Books
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his five favourite books that offer profound insights into human nature, science, and society. Discover the reads that have shaped the billionaire's worldview.
Apple Pie's Surprising Health Benefits Revealed in New Study
Groundbreaking research from the University of Reading suggests that indulging in apple pie could be good for your gut health, thanks to a unique type of fibre that survives the baking process.
DVLA's £1k fine warning for drivers who wear glasses
Millions of UK drivers risk a hefty fine and penalty points for failing to declare a common vision requirement to the DVLA. Here's what you must know to stay legal and safe on the road.
Thomas Skinner's heartbreaking illiteracy confession
The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner reveals his lifelong struggle with illiteracy in an emotional and candid interview, detailing the immense challenges he faced and how he built a successful business against all odds.
Rapist's chilling threat to victim from court dock
A convicted rapist serving a 14-year sentence issued a bone-chilling threat to his victim from the dock at Reading Crown Court, vowing to find her upon his release.
Govt May Scrap Ofsted Ratings After Damning Report
Exclusive: A damning new report from the University of Reading calls for the complete abolition of Ofsted's one-word ratings, citing severe harm to teacher wellbeing and educational quality. The government is now under mounting pressure to act.
Ofsted: One in Three English Schools Fails on Reading
A damning Ofsted report reveals a literacy crisis in England's schools, with a third failing to teach reading effectively. Discover the regional disparities and the urgent call for a new national strategy.
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.
Jacqueline Wilson Told "One Book Per Year" Was Enough
Beloved children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson shares the shocking publishing advice she received early in her career, defying limits to become a literary icon.
Three teens convicted in murder of 13-year-old Olly Stephens
The heartbreaking story of Olly Stephens, a teenager murdered in a planned attack in Reading. Three teenagers have been convicted for their roles in the tragic event that has shocked the nation.
Paul Doyle Denies Fatal Driving Charge in A40 Crash Case
Exclusive: Paul Doyle stands trial at Reading Crown Court, denying causing death by dangerous driving in the tragic A40 crash that claimed the life of 75-year-old Ian Morris. Latest developments from the courtroom.
Headteacher's final words before suicide revealed at inquest
The final, devastating words of headteacher Ruth Perry have been disclosed during the inquest into her tragic death, revealing the immense pressure she faced following a critical Ofsted report.
1 in 10 Glasses Wearers Injured by Frames - Study Reveals
New research exposes hidden dangers of everyday eyewear as millions risk cuts, infections, and allergic reactions from poorly manufactured frames.
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