Caroline Kennedy's Daughter Tatiana Schlossberg Dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, daughter of Caroline Kennedy, has died at 35 following a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia. Read the latest updates on this tragic story.
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Bobby Seagull awarded MBE for library services
Teacher and broadcaster Bobby Seagull receives an MBE in the King's New Year Honours for his dedicated services to public libraries. Discover his inspiring journey from East Ham Library to national recognition.
UK Launches National Year of Reading to Tackle Literacy Crisis
The UK government declares 2026 a National Year of Reading to combat plummeting child literacy. New initiatives include a Children's Booker prize and library cards for newborns.
UK Launches National Year of Reading to Tackle Literacy Crisis
The UK government declares 2026 a National Year of Reading to combat plummeting reading rates among children. New initiatives include a Children's Booker prize and library cards for newborns.
World's Largest Living Fungus Library Faces Defunding
The world's largest living library of vital soil fungi, INVAM, faces closure due to US federal budget cuts. This 'Louvre for artists' holds over 900 strains key to ecosystem restoration and sustainable farming. Read why its loss would be catastrophic.
Obama Centre CEO addresses design concerns ahead of opening
Valerie Jarrett offers an inside look at the controversial Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, addressing the 'eyesore' claims and highlighting its community focus. Opening phases begin next year.
Christmas Eve travel hit by train shortages and M27 closure
Great Western Railway services disrupted and M27 closed for days, as RAC warns of 4.2 million car trips. Get the latest festive travel advice and diversion routes here.
Nottingham to Cardiff trains cancelled all day
CrossCountry services between Nottingham and Cardiff Central are cancelled all day on 22 Dec due to staff shortages, disrupting Christmas travel. Find alternative route info here.
Banned Books Gift Guide: 10 Titles for Defiant Readers
Discover a unique holiday gift guide featuring 10 books that have faced bans or challenges in the US. Support literary freedom and give the gift of a rebellious read.
Architect Robert Stern, designer of 15 Central Park West, dies
Robert AM Stern, the celebrated US architect behind the iconic 15 Central Park West and the George W Bush library, has passed away at 86. Explore his legacy of postmodern design.
Judge dismisses complaint over Trump library land in Miami
A Miami judge has dismissed a legal challenge against the gifting of prime downtown land for Donald Trump's presidential library. The 3-acre site is valued at over $67 million. Read the full story.
Trump's Miami library plan includes 'fake news wing'
Donald Trump's proposed 47-storey presidential library in Miami, funded by $50m in donations, could feature a controversial 'fake news wing'. Explore the plans and the opposition.
Netflix buys Warner Bros Studios in £54bn mega-deal
Netflix has agreed a staggering $72bn (£54bn) deal to buy Warner Bros Discovery's film and TV studios. The move, set to reshape Hollywood, faces regulatory scrutiny. Read the full story.
Govt misses teacher recruitment target by 12%
Official figures reveal the Government recruited only 88% of its secondary teacher target for 2025/26, despite a VAT raid on private schools intended to fund 6,500 new state teachers. Read the full analysis.
State Library of Victoria faces backlash over job cuts plan
The State Library of Victoria, one of the world's busiest, plans to cut 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians. Critics call it a 'crude self-lobotomy' that betrays the institution's core mission. Read more on this cultural crisis.
Florida College Re-Votes on Land for Trump Library
Miami Dade College's board has re-voted to gift a prime $67m site for Donald Trump's presidential library, despite an ongoing lawsuit alleging open government violations. Read the full story.
Royal Mail delivery delays hit 25 UK postcodes
Royal Mail warns of significant delivery delays across at least 25 UK postcodes due to high sick absence and resourcing issues. Check the full list of affected areas.
Cancer patient left in agony at under-fire NHS trust
A cancer patient describes being left in excruciating pain for hours after surgery at Salford Royal Hospital, part of a trust criticised by the CQC for severe staff shortages. Share your experience.
Second Bid to Ban Feminist Book from National Library
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.
August 2026 Trial Set in Trump Library Land Case
A trial date of August 2026 has been set in the lawsuit challenging the land transfer for Donald Trump's presidential library in Miami. Discover the legal battle's details.
ATO Call Centre Crisis: Staff Conditions Under Fire
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking working conditions at outsourced ATO call centres, with 125% staff turnover and major service quality concerns. Discover the full story.
Classic Crime Novels Reissued for Modern Readers
Discover three reissued crime classics from the Mail Bookshop. From a 1950s English village poisoning to a railway heist and a Maigret medical mystery. Dive into these gripping whodunits today!
Record exodus of overseas doctors from UK NHS
A record 4,880 overseas-trained doctors left the UK in 2024, a 26% rise, with NHS leaders blaming anti-migrant sentiment. Read the full analysis of this crisis.
Trump plans $1bn Miami presidential library
Donald Trump's foundation aims to raise nearly $1 billion in tax-exempt donations for a presidential library in downtown Miami, with $50m already pledged from media settlements. Discover the ambitious plans and the controversial tax status.
British Library strikers demand fair pay and support
As British Library workers strike over pay, voices like Zadie Smith's champion their cause, highlighting a wider devaluation of library services and staff across the UK. Support our cultural heritage.
NHS nurses face panic attacks and burnout crisis
Shocking RCN survey reveals two-thirds of nurses work while sick due to staffing shortages. Discover the human cost of the NHS crisis and what's being done.
Rail staff hero discharged after Huntingdon stabbing
LNER staff member Samir Zitouni, credited with saving multiple lives during a mass stabbing, has been discharged from hospital. Read his incredible story of bravery and recovery.
Australian surgeon reveals NHS hospital crisis
An Australian surgeon reveals alarming conditions in NHS hospitals, describing overwhelmed staff and systemic failures during his UK placement.
Historic Mechanics' Institutes Reinvented for Modern Era
Discover how Australia's iconic Mechanics' Institutes are transforming from Victorian-era libraries into vibrant community hubs, offering everything from yoga classes to coding workshops while preserving their rich heritage.
British Library ransomware crisis exposes security flaws
The British Library faces an ongoing technological nightmare as a devastating ransomware attack continues to cripple services months after the initial breach, raising serious questions about cybersecurity in UK cultural institutions.
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