The prestigious National Book Award shortlist features acclaimed authors Bryan Washington and Rabih Alameddine among twenty exceptional finalists across fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and young people's literature categories.
Former Loose Women star Saira Khan makes surprising declaration about national flags being 'divisive' while supporting Gary Neville's stance in ongoing cultural discussion.
Explore America's largest national park in Alaska, where wild landscapes dwarf Britain's national parks and adventure awaits at every turn of its 13.2 million acres.
In a stunning political confrontation, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker refuses to deploy National Guard troops to US-Mexico border, challenging Trump administration's immigration policies.
A devastating rockfall incident in Yosemite National Park claims the life of a Los Angeles-based climber from Texas during an ascent of the iconic El Capitan formation.
Former MI5 director general Lord Evans delivers chilling assessment that Britain faces high probability of significant state-on-state conflict by end of decade, urging urgent defence spending increases.
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.
A mysterious statue depicting Donald Trump as a sandal-wearing, superhero-like figure appeared on the National Mall, sparking confusion and links to the Epstein scandal before its swift removal by authorities.
The National Trust warns of a compromised autumn harvest and damaged landscapes as relentless rain and strong winds create treacherous conditions for farmers and gardeners across the UK.
Hong Kong authorities arrest a Japanese businessman under the city's stringent national security legislation, sparking international concern and diplomatic tensions.
The iconic but crumbling Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital £8 million lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long fight to save the unique Victorian structure from complete collap
The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.
A 39-year-old hiker miraculously survives a 100-metre fall in NSW's treacherous wilderness, enduring two days alone with severe injuries before rescue teams locate him in dramatic operation.
A tragic bear attack in Yellowstone National Park claims the life of a hiker. Park officials confirm grizzly involvement as emergency protocols are activated.
Yellowstone National Park has reopened its doors after a temporary shutdown caused by a rapidly spreading wildfire. Park officials confirm the blaze is now under control, with emergency services remaining on high alert.
A major pipeline rupture has left Mount Rainier National Park without running water, forcing closures and sparking a major conservation alert. Officials scramble for solutions as the peak tourist season approaches.
Retail giant John Lewis Partnership warns the upcoming National Insurance increase will act as a 'tax on jobs' and hurt both businesses and workers amidst the cost of living crisis.
A landmark exhibition at London's National Gallery challenges a century of art history, presenting Georges Seurat not as a cold technician but as a radical visionary of harmony and modern life.
A rapidly expanding wildfire, fuelled by powerful winds, is menacing California's iconic Giant Sequoia groves. Firefighters are in a critical battle to protect these ancient natural wonders, some over 3,000 years old, from catastrophic damage.
An 85-year-old woman on a guided hike in South Dakota's Badlands National Park was tragically killed after being charged and trampled by a massive bison. The shocking incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of wild animals.
Liverpool FC faces a major setback as key players Andy Robertson and Diogo Jota sustain injuries on international duty, casting doubt on their availability for crucial upcoming fixtures.
English amateur golf sensation Lottie Woad makes history with a stunning comeback victory at the Augusta National Women's Amateur, securing a dramatic win on the iconic 18th hole.
UK travellers heading to Colorado's Great Sand Dunes National Park face hefty fines for ignoring strict parking rules during peak season. Essential reading for US road trips.
New England manager Thomas Tuchel attempts to sideline politics while navigating the immense symbolic weight of leading the Three Lions. Can football truly exist in a vacuum?
As Westminster reconvenes, Keir Starmer's Labour government faces a critical challenge: reclaiming the political narrative from a resurgent Reform UK. With internal pressure and a formidable opposition, the battle for Britain's political soul intensifies.
Yellowstone National Park experiences a bizarre festive anomaly as a summer blizzard blankets its iconic landscapes in deep snow, raising urgent questions about our planet's changing climate patterns.
Defence Secretary Barry Davies ignites a national debate by advocating for the return of compulsory National Service, arguing it would instil discipline, bridge social divides, and bolster UK security in an increasingly volatile world.
A US Justice Department employee on secondment in Sydney has been dismissed after being filmed making an obscene hand gesture towards Australian National Guard troops during Bondi fires operations.
Despite a High Court victory ending the use of hotels for asylum seekers, the Labour government faces a fierce political and media backlash, with the right wing dominating the public narrative on immigration.