Clashes Between Police and Protesters at London Arms Fair
Dramatic scenes unfolded in London as activists protesting the DSEI arms fair clashed with Metropolitan Police. Watch footage of the scuffles and arrests.
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Elizabeth Gilbert Rescued from Hudson River Drowning
Bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert recounts a near-death experience after falling into the Hudson River, saved by quick-thinking bystanders including Oprah Winfrey's security team.
Marlowe credited as Shakespeare's co-author in historic revision
Groundbreaking research confirms Elizabethan playwright Christopher Marlowe was credited as a co-author of William Shakespeare's Henry VI plays in the New Oxford Shakespeare, rewriting literary history.
Elizabeth Gilbert Pulls Novel After Ukrainian Backlash
Bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert makes an unprecedented publishing move, halting her novel 'The Snow Forest' in solidarity with Ukraine. Discover the full story behind her powerful stand.
Stephen King's Favourite Movie Will Shock You
Horror maestro Stephen King reveals his all-time favourite films in a candid interview, with a shocking number one pick that has stunned film buffs and fans alike.
Jacqueline Wilson Told "One Book Per Year" Was Enough
Beloved children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson shares the shocking publishing advice she received early in her career, defying limits to become a literary icon.
Mother arrested at Epping hotel in mental health protest
A mother's desperate protest at a Travelodge over her daughter's mental health care leads to her arrest. The incident highlights growing concerns over NHS patient welfare and police intervention.
Palestine Activists Shut Down UK Arms Factory in Major Protest
Hundreds of Palestine Action protesters have stormed and shut down a key UK arms factory in Kent, demanding an end to weapons supplies to Israel. Live updates as activists scale the roof and chain themselves to gates.
Eat Pray Love Author's Partner in Murder Plot Shock
Elizabeth Gilbert, famed author of Eat Pray Love, faces personal turmoil as her partner, Rayya Elias, is revealed to have plotted a murder-for-hire against a former lover in a dramatic twist.
CPS Drops Charges Against Parliament Square Protesters
The Crown Prosecution Service has abandoned all charges against four individuals arrested under the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2023 during a protest in Parliament Square, marking a significant moment for civil liberties in the UK.
George Saunders Wins National Book Award for Liberation Day
Acclaimed author George Saunders secures his second National Book Award for the captivating short story collection 'Liberation Day', cementing his status as a modern literary master.
Dame Jacqueline Wilson's Lifelong Anxiety Struggle Revealed
Beloved children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson gives a remarkably candid account of her lifelong battle with anxiety, sharing personal coping strategies and how her own experiences shaped iconic characters like Tracy Beaker.
Hemingway Son's Suicide Reveals Family Tragedy
Newly unearthed letters reveal the heartbreaking final chapter of Patrick Hemingway's life, mirroring his father Ernest's own tragic demise decades earlier.
Major London Protest Over Palestine Group Ban
Hundreds of activists from Palestine Action clashed with police in a major London protest against the banning of their group. The demonstration, held outside the Home Office, saw arrests as tensions flared over the government's controversial decision.
Lush Shuts All UK Stores To Protest Policing Bill
In a bold and unprecedented move, cosmetics giant Lush has closed every one of its 104 UK shops and halted online sales to protest the controversial Public Order Act, calling it a 'perilous' threat to the right to protest.
Tribute to Beloved Children's Author Allan Ahlberg
The literary world pays homage to Allan Ahlberg, the cherished British author behind classics like 'The Jolly Postman', whose playful rhymes and stories captivated generations of young readers.
Stephen King: God is 'Not a Nice Guy'
Horror legend Stephen King shocks readers with his candid critique of the Almighty, drawing parallels to the dark tales of the Brothers Grimm in a revealing New York event.
Just Stop Oil Protester Scales King's Cross Roof
A Just Stop Oil protester caused major disruption at London's King's Cross station after scaling the roof in a dramatic climate demonstration, leading to significant police intervention and travel delays.
Iran protester with dog triggers major London station alert
A man chained himself to a railing with his dog at King's Cross station, staging a solo protest against the Iranian regime. The incident caused a major emergency response and station disruption.
NRL Star's Lime Bike Protest Rocks Sydney Over Immigration
North Queensland Cowboys halfback Chad Townsend stages extraordinary on-field protest against anti-immigration rhetoric during NSW Cup match, riding Lime scooter in powerful political statement.
Anti-immigration protester arrested on Westminster Bridge
Dramatic scenes unfolded in central London as a British nationalist protester was arrested after scaling a lamppost on Westminster Bridge during an anti-immigration demonstration, causing significant traffic disruption.
Mother's arm broken in police custody after Epping protest
A mother claims Essex Police broke her arm during an arrest at a Union Jack protest in Epping. Released without charge, she demands justice as an investigation is launched into the controversial incident.
Jung Chang's mother died alone due to China's zero-Covid
Wild Swans author Jung Chang reveals the tragic story of her 90-year-old mother's solitary death in Chengdu, barred from a final reunion by China's relentless zero-Covid policies. A searing indictment of a system that sacrifices humanity for control.
Protesters storm London's Hamptons Hotel, brand guests 'fascists'
Exclusive report: A peaceful evening at The Hamptons Hotel in London's affluent Mayfair district was violently disrupted as a mob of activists stormed the premises, confronting diners and causing significant damage in a protest over the venue's alleged 'x
Just Stop Oil Gridlocks Canary Wharf in Major Protest
Just Stop Oil activists have caused major disruption in Canary Wharf, blocking key roads in a dramatic protest against government fossil fuel policies. Get the full list of affected routes and the latest police response.
Melbourne Anti-Immigration March Sparks Violent Clashes
Violent scenes erupted in central Melbourne as 'March for Australia' anti-immigration demonstrators clashed with a large group of counter-protesters. Riot police intervened to separate the opposing factions in a day of significant civil unrest.
Stephen King Sees Eerie Trump Parallels in 'The Dead Zone'
Master of horror Stephen King reveals the uncanny and chilling similarities between his 1979 political thriller 'The Dead Zone' and the contemporary political landscape shaped by Donald Trump, calling the comparison 'frighteningly accurate'.
Port of Melbourne Blockaded by Pro-Palestine Protesters
In a major disruption, pro-Palestine activists have blockaded key entrances to the Port of Melbourne, bringing operations to a standstill. The protest, demanding an end to Australian arms exports to Israel, saw clashes with police and significant traffic
Sydney Protest Clash: Woman Says Australia 'Collapses' Without Migrants
A tense clash at a Sydney 'March For Australia' rally exposes the nation's deep division on immigration, as a woman passionately argues that Australia's economy would 'collapse' without migrants.
Farmers Chase PM Albanese With Tractors in Protest
Australian PM Anthony Albanese faced a furious farmer revolt during a regional visit, as dozens of tractors chased his motorcade in a dramatic protest over energy policies.
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