Irish Writers Portraits by Steve Pyke Exhibition
British photographer Steve Pyke captures Ireland's literary greats in striking portraits. Featuring Edna O'Brien, Seamus Heaney and contemporary voices. Discover the stories behind the images.
British photographer Steve Pyke captures Ireland's literary greats in striking portraits. Featuring Edna O'Brien, Seamus Heaney and contemporary voices. Discover the stories behind the images.
Discover the raw, unfiltered stories behind photo booth pictures as nine acclaimed writers share their most cherished and chaotic snapshots in this intimate collection.
After more than three decades behind bars, Palestinian writer Nasser Abu Srour has been released from Israeli custody, returning to a Gaza transformed by conflict and sharing his remarkable story of literary achievement from prison.
Prominent writers including Joe Hill withdraw from British Library events as institution faces backlash over staff treatment and controversial restructuring plans.
Academy Award winner Dame Emma Thompson shares profound concerns about artificial intelligence's impact on acting and writing professions during revealing Late Show appearance.
The Guardian's Filter writers reveal their most brilliant buys of 2025 - from tech innovations to everyday essentials that transformed their lives.
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Triumphant celebrations erupt in the West Bank as recently released Palestinian detainees are welcomed home by massive, emotional crowds in Ramallah.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld's latest work for The Guardian brilliantly exposes the real sources of literary inspiration, from everyday distractions to desperate deadlines.
Exclusive: Imprisoned Palestinian political figure Marwan Barghouti makes rare intervention from Israeli prison, demanding release of Palestinian detainees and calling for national unity during ongoing Gaza hostilities.
Christian communities in the occupied West Bank demonstrate remarkable unity with their Muslim neighbours, rejecting political divisions while facing increased tensions and economic hardship.
Celebrated Czech author Ivan Klíma, whose powerful dissident writings challenged communist oppression, has died aged 92. Explore the extraordinary life of the writer who turned political persecution into literary triumph.
Exclusive interview with Palestinian poet Batool Abu Akleen reveals how she continues to write amidst the devastation of Gaza, transforming trauma into powerful verse that bears witness to her people's struggle.
Professional writers face an existential threat as AI increasingly mimics their distinctive stylistic choices, including the beloved em dash, raising questions about creativity and livelihood in the digital age.
Jimmy Kimmel's highly anticipated return to television has delivered disappointing ratings, with viewership dropping by nearly half compared to his pre-strike numbers, raising questions about the future of late-night television.
Emmy-winning The Bear writer Alex O'Keefe reveals his financial struggles despite the show's success, highlighting systemic payment issues in the streaming industry.
In a landmark move that reshapes Middle East policy, the United Kingdom has formally recognised Palestinian statehood. The Palestinian Ambassador to the UK gives an emotional, first reaction, marking a pivotal moment in decades of diplomacy.
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law star Tatiana Maslany didn't hold back in her critique of Disney CEO Bob Iger during a candid interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live, criticising his handling of the recent writers' strike.
A powerful new literary prize, established in memory of the late, great Hilary Mantel, will offer unpublished writers a life-changing opportunity to secure a book deal and follow in her footsteps.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has sharply criticised Donald Trump's Middle East policies during a significant meeting with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa, positioning Labour as a potential alternative to current UK government stance.
Over 200 leading authors, including Nobel laureates, condemn France's 'censorship' after it suspends a cultural programme for Gazan writers. A fierce defence of artistic freedom and solidarity.
Late-night host Stephen Colbert issues a stark warning to Hollywood studios at the 2024 Emmys, demanding they rehire striking production staff before next year's ceremony or face a potential boycott from industry stars.
Academy Award winner Kathy Bates delivers a scathing critique of Hollywood's treatment of writers, comparing studio executives to 'adolescents' and voicing strong support for the WGA strike in an exclusive interview.
Acclaimed authors Elif Shafak and Lea Ypi explore the vital role of storytelling, empathy, and free speech as acts of political defiance in an era of rising authoritarianism and nationalism.
Palestinian photographer Fatma Hassouna’s harrowing yet hopeful documentary captures life in Gaza, blending personal resilience with collective struggle under occupation.
The Victorian Labor Party has voted to recognise Palestinian statehood, adding pressure on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to shift Australia's foreign policy stance.
France has sparked controversy by evacuating a Palestinian student from Gaza, with critics accusing the government of antisemitism. The move comes amid heightened tensions in the region.
Bestselling crime writer Lynda La Plante shares the amusing tale of how a pie ended up in her publisher's handbag during a crucial meeting.
France has temporarily paused evacuations of Palestinian asylum seekers from Gaza due to an ongoing investigation into alleged anti-Semitic incidents.