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India's toxic trash mountains claim lives daily

An investigative report reveals the dangerous lives of waste pickers working on India's towering landfill sites, where toxic conditions claim lives daily while providing livelihoods for thousands.

Romania's Frozen-in-Time Village: A Medieval Journey

Hidden in Romania's Carpathian Mountains, the enchanting village of Câmpulung Muscel offers a breathtaking journey back to medieval Europe with its perfectly preserved architecture and timeless atmosphere.

Zagori: Greece's UNESCO Park Perfect in Autumn

Escape to Zagori National Park, Greece's newest UNESCO World Heritage site, where dramatic gorges, stone villages and pristine wilderness create the perfect autumn getaway. Discover why this hidden gem shines brightest during the golden months.

Salman Rushdie's Haunting New Ghost Stories Collection

Literary legend Salman Rushdie makes a triumphant return with 'Nine Authentic Ghost Stories', a chilling collection that marks his first foray into supernatural fiction. Discover how the Booker Prize winner reinvents ghost stories for the modern age.

Maine's lobster boom defies climate change expectations

New England's coastal waters are experiencing a remarkable lobster population explosion, with Maine reporting record-breaking catches. Discover how warming seas are reshaping marine ecosystems and creating unexpected opportunities for fishermen.

Man survives brutal bear mauling by fighting back

In an astonishing tale of survival, a Ukrainian man fought off a massive bear with his bare hands after the predator dragged him 30 metres through dense forest in a life-or-death struggle.

Tourist, 23, dies in tragic Arkansas bluff fall

A holiday celebration turned to tragedy when Kayleb Eddings, 23, fell from a notorious Arkansas bluff just hours after arriving. The devastating incident serves as a stark warning about hidden dangers at popular scenic spots.

Blue Mountains rape case appeal launched

A man convicted of a brutal sexual assault in NSW's Blue Mountains is fighting to overturn his guilty verdict, claiming legal errors in his trial. Discover the latest developments in this shocking case.

Black British Book Festival Returns to London Barbican

The vibrant Black British Book Festival celebrates its fifth anniversary at London's Barbican Centre, bringing together authors, publishers and readers for a weekend of literary discovery and cultural celebration.

Reese Witherspoon's New Book Club Thriller Pick

Hollywood star Reese Witherspoon selects Ruth Harrow's gripping psychological thriller 'Before I Say Goodbye' for her acclaimed book club, promising readers an unforgettable emotional journey.

Three Unforgettable Literary Fiction Masterpieces

Discover three extraordinary works of literary fiction that are redefining contemporary storytelling, from magical realism to raw coming-of-age tales and profound explorations of artistic legacy.

Philip Pullman's Final Book of Dust - Exclusive Extract

Dive into an exclusive extract from Philip Pullman's breathtaking conclusion to The Book of Dust trilogy, featuring Lyra Silvertongue's most perilous journey yet in this highly anticipated literary finale.

Rare 1659 Latin text rediscovered at university library

A long-missing 17th-century Latin book, 'Theologia Moralis,' has been miraculously recovered at Michigan State University's library after being lost for approximately 50-70 years, sparking excitement among rare book historians.

Inside Tristan da Cunha: World's Most Remote Island

Journey to the edge of the world with our exclusive look at Tristan da Cunha, a volcanic British Overseas Territory where 238 residents live in spectacular isolation amid penguins and towering peaks.

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