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Camelot: The Rise and Fall of Britain's Lost Theme Park

Explore the forgotten story of Camelot Theme Park, Lancashire's legendary medieval kingdom of rollercoasters and jousting knights that captivated millions before its mysterious decline and eventual abandonment.

Inside McDonald's Forgotten 1980s Luxury Hotel

Discover the bizarre story of the Maccies hotel in the UK. We take you inside the luxurious, forgotten Golden Arches hotel that offered fine dining and poolside service, a world away from your local drive-thru.

Madonna's 80s Leading Man Is Unrecognisable Today

Exclusive photos reveal the astonishing new look of Michael Forest, the dashing actor who famously starred opposite Madonna in the 'Who's That Girl' music video. The 80s heartthrob is now barely recognisable.

Archaeologists To Excavate Glasgow's Buried Skatepark

A unique archaeological dig is set to begin at Glasgow's legendary but long-buried Roman Quay skatepark. Experts are teaming up with the original 1980s skaters to excavate and preserve a pivotal piece of British youth culture and extreme sports heritage.

Waterstones BookFest 'Hell' theme sparks outrage

Waterstones faces backlash over its 'Hell on Earth' themed BookFest, with critics calling the campaign insensitive amid global crises. The bookseller defends the event as a celebration of dystopian literature.

Best Australian Books: August 2025 Picks

Discover the best Australian books to dive into this August 2025, featuring compelling fiction, gripping memoirs, and thought-provoking non-fiction.

Manafort advised Reagan on Spain ties in 1980s

Newly unearthed documents reveal Paul Manafort's role in advising Ronald Reagan on strengthening US-Spanish relations during the 1980s, long before his controversial tenure with Donald Trump.

Best Recent Poetry: Essential Reads

Discover the finest contemporary poetry collections reviewed this month, featuring evocative verses and groundbreaking new voices in the literary scene.

Children's author Allan Ahlberg dies aged 85

Renowned children's author Allan Ahlberg, best known for classics like 'Each Peach Pear Plum' and 'The Jolly Postman', has died at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of cherished stories.

2025 Booker Prize longlist unveiled

The prestigious Booker Prize longlist for 2025 has been revealed, featuring a diverse range of literary talents. Explore the standout titles and authors in the running for one of literature's highest honours.

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