Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches The Pleasure List campaign, urging book recommendations to reverse the UK's falling literacy and leisure reading rates. Join the national mission.
Professor Michael Twyman, who founded the University of Reading's Department of Typography & Graphic Communication, has died. Discover his lasting legacy in design education.
Reading and Leeds Festivals 2026 announce a historic, all-British and Irish headline bill. Charli XCX, Dave, RAYE and more to top the iconic dual-site event. Tickets on sale this week.
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
Discover how reading fiction enhances empathy and cognitive function. Expert tips to overcome distractions and build a sustainable reading habit for a psychologically richer life.
Thames Valley Police deploy armed officers to Reading College following a serious assault that left a teenage boy with head injuries. Investigation ongoing as community seeks answers.
Thames Valley Police swarm Reading College following serious incident, with multiple emergency vehicles and specialist units responding to ongoing situation.
Major police response at Reading College after serious stabbing incident leaves one person hospitalised. Campus in lockdown as forensic teams scour crime scene.
New analysis reveals why increased testing fails to improve children's reading skills and identifies the evidence-based strategies that actually work in UK classrooms.
Groundbreaking research reveals the cellular mechanism behind hair greying may actually help shield the body from cancer development, turning conventional wisdom on its head.
Discover the perfect literary companions for the festive season with our curated selection of Christmas books for adults, from heartwarming romances to chilling thrillers.
From chilling thrillers to poignant memoirs, explore the literary gems that had the book community buzzing in October 2025. Get inspired for your next great read!
Groundbreaking research from the University of Reading exposes common smoothie-making mistakes that could be destroying essential antioxidants in your favourite health drinks.
Groundbreaking research suggests men with higher BMI measurements may face unexpected anatomical differences that could impact intimate health and confidence.
New research shows even minimal weekly walking delivers significant health benefits, challenging conventional exercise guidelines and offering hope for sedentary individuals.
SOAS University faces investigation after students displayed inflammatory posters branding an Israeli scholar a 'terrorist' in escalating campus tensions over Palestine.
Groundbreaking research exposes widespread misinformation and contradictory guidance plaguing higher education institutions, with serious implications for student welfare and academic integrity.
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.
Groundbreaking research challenges the effectiveness of content warnings, suggesting they might actually heighten anxiety and reinforce avoidance behaviours in students.
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.
British universities brace for unprecedented disruption as academic staff threaten nationwide strikes over pay disputes and massive job cuts, potentially locking students out of courses during critical academic periods.
Oxford University reclaims the top spot in Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with Cambridge and Imperial maintaining elite positions in global top 10.
Groundbreaking genetic research reveals the astonishing origins of the Aztec civilization, tracing their ancestors' epic 1,000-mile migration from Mexican deserts to their eventual empire.
Student protests demanding university divestment from Israel continue to grow across British campuses, with encampments now established at multiple institutions including Bristol, Leeds, and Newcastle.
A Utah family's journey from devout Mormonism to atheism after participating in a University of Virginia religious study that challenged their fundamental beliefs about God and religion.
BBC presenter Claudia Winkleman opens up about rejecting university offers to pursue her broadcasting dreams, sharing candid thoughts on education and career paths.
Discover how breaking free from endless scrolling with a simple daily practice transformed one person's relationship with books and mental wellbeing.
Discover how one reader smashed their annual book target using a clever library strategy that saved thousands and boosted their literary consumption dramatically.
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.