Lucy Steed's The Artist wins Waterstones Book of the Year
Lucy Steed's debut novel, The Artist, set in 1920s France, wins the 2025 Waterstones Book of the Year. Discover the romantic-mystery captivating readers across the UK.
Lucy Steed's debut novel, The Artist, set in 1920s France, wins the 2025 Waterstones Book of the Year. Discover the romantic-mystery captivating readers across the UK.
Trans activists demand National Library of Scotland remove 'The Women Who Wouldn't Wheesht' for second time. Discover the escalating censorship battle threatening free speech in Scottish cultural institutions.
A pristine 1939 Superman No. 1 comic discovered in an attic has sold for a record-breaking £7.2 million, becoming the most valuable comic book in history. Discover the full story.
Pop sensation Dua Lipa dazzles in Brazil during her Radical Optimism world tour, sharing stunning photos with 88 million Instagram followers. Discover her fashion moments and stage collaborations.
Olivia Laing's novel set in 1970s Italian cinema world offers glossy aesthetics but lacks substance. Explore our review of this beautifully shallow work.
Nairobi witnesses violent clashes as Kenyan youth lead nationwide demonstrations against new tax legislation, resulting in multiple fatalities and parliamentary breach.
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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.
Miguel Delaney's groundbreaking book 'States of Play' has claimed the 2025 William Hill Sports Book of the Year award, exploring football's intricate relationship with geopolitics and power.
Foo Fighters confirm massive 2026 UK stadium tour with multiple dates across Britain. Dave Grohl and band return for their biggest shows yet.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Library employees in Westminster report being threatened by managers after refusing to remove a contentious feminist book from shelves following public protests.
Vice President Kamala Harris confronted vocal demonstrations in Chicago as protesters disrupted her 'Embodied Justice' book tour, highlighting growing political tensions.
The world's largest library book distributor closes its doors, leaving British libraries scrambling for alternatives after two centuries of service.
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Jeremy Clarkson's right-hand man Kaleb Cooper is embarking on his debut solo tour 'The World According to Kaleb' this autumn, bringing his unique farming wisdom and hilarious countryside tales to venues nationwide.
Pop sensation Katy Perry braved the Scottish weather as she continued her 'Lifetimes' tour across Europe, sharing heartfelt moments with Glasgow fans during her UK leg.
The prestigious National Book Award shortlist features acclaimed authors Bryan Washington and Rabih Alameddine among twenty exceptional finalists across fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and young people's literature categories.
James Cleverly issues urgent plea for calm as massive pro-Palestinian demonstrations planned across UK this weekend, amid rising community tensions after Manchester incident.
Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour makes triumphant return to UK stages, delivering an unforgettable three-hour musical journey through her entire career that critics are calling 'pure pop perfection'.
Relatives of international activists aboard a humanitarian flotilla heading for Gaza have joined worldwide demonstrations amid growing concerns over Israel's naval blockade and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Major UK cities including London, Manchester and Glasgow witness large-scale protests against Israeli military action, with heightened police presence deployed across multiple locations.
In an unprecedented display of youth power, Moroccan authorities have scrapped controversial medical school fees after massive student protests organised entirely through social media.
Moroccan cities erupt in violence as security forces fire live ammunition on demonstrators, marking the first deaths in escalating youth-led protests against government policies and economic conditions.
Waves of pro-Palestinian demonstrations have flooded cities worldwide as tensions escalate over Israel's military operations, with major rallies from London to Sydney demanding immediate ceasefire.
Morocco faces social unrest as thousands protest against government austerity measures, with demonstrations turning violent in several cities amid rising living costs.