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Stephen King's 'Apt Pupil' Gets Chilling TV Adaptation

The master of horror's controversial 1982 novella about a teenage boy's dark obsession with a Nazi war criminal is being developed for television, promising to deliver King's most psychologically terrifying story to the small screen.

HIV 'Bluetoothing' blood-sharing crisis spreads

A dangerous new practice called 'flashblood' or 'Bluetoothing' where drug users share HIV-infected blood is accelerating transmission rates across East Africa and Pacific Islands, warn health experts.

Gender Friendship Gap: Women Keep Pals, Men Lose Them

Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford uncovers why women maintain childhood friendships into grandmotherhood while men start losing friends in their twenties. Discover the psychological and social factors behind this enduring friendship di

Urgent Beta-Blocker Warning Over Suicide Risk Link

EXCLUSIVE: A major new study reveals a shocking link between widely prescribed beta-blockers and a dramatic rise in suicide and self-harm attempts. Experts issue an urgent call for patient review and heightened monitoring.

Lynch's Blue Velvet Streams Free on Amazon Prime

David Lynch's iconic 1986 psychological thriller, Blue Velvet, starring Kyle MacLachlan and Isabella Rossellini, is now available to stream for free on Amazon Prime Video. Discover the dark secrets of Lumberton in this cinematic masterpiece.

Netflix's 'Black Rabbit' savaged by miserable critics

Netflix's new psychological thriller 'Black Rabbit', starring Jude Law and Jason Bateman, faces a brutal reception from critics who label it a 'miserable', 'undercooked' series that fails to capitalise on its stellar cast.

Juliet Stevenson triumphs in 'Land of the Living'

Acclaimed actress Juliet Stevenson delivers a tour-de-force performance in Anna Ledwich's gripping psychological drama 'Land of the Living' at the Hampstead Theatre Downstairs, exploring trauma and memory.

The Best New Thrillers & Crime Novels of 2025

Dive into our expert roundup of the most gripping recent thrillers. From Nordic noir to high-stakes espionage, discover your next page-turning obsession with this curated guide to the best in suspense fiction.

The Guest: British Hostage's 4-Year Ordeal in Coldwater

The shocking true story of Michael, a British man held captive for four years in a remote American town, is now a major new ITV drama. Discover the incredible tale of survival and the psychological battle he endured.

Ozempic's Hidden Flaw: Missing Emotional Eating Support

Medical experts reveal why miracle weight-loss drugs like Ozempic are failing to address the psychological roots of emotional eating, calling for integrated mental health support alongside pharmaceutical treatments.

KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'

In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.

HappyEnd: Brilliantly Mysterious Orwellian School Drama

Director Yukiko Mishima's 'HappyEnd' is a masterful and unsettling dissection of a high school's sinister pursuit of perfection, creating a brilliantly mysterious Orwellian drama that will haunt you long after the credits roll.

Mum & Daughter Scarred in Turkey Hotel Attack

A British mother and her 14-year-old daughter are left with permanent physical and psychological scars after a vicious assault by another tourist at a five-star Turkish resort. Their dream holiday turned into a nightmare.

QLD Gov to Ban Pill Testing, Defying Health Experts

The Queensland government has announced a controversial ban on pill testing services, drawing fierce criticism from health experts who warn it will put young lives at risk at music festivals and events.

McIlroy Slams US Ryder Cup VR Tactics as 'Abuse'

Rory McIlroy has launched a scathing attack on the US Ryder Cup team's use of virtual reality technology, labelling the intense psychological tactics as a form of abuse that crosses the line in golf's famous biennial contest.

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