Joyce, Plath & Thomas: Writers' Hidden Struggles Revealed
Newly uncovered Royal Literary Fund files expose financial hardships of literary icons including James Joyce, Sylvia Plath and Dylan Thomas through personal letters and documents.
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Wes Anderson Archives Exhibition Opens at Design Museum
Explore Wes Anderson's cinematic world at London's Design Museum. Discover 700 artefacts from Fantastic Mr Fox to The Grand Budapest Hotel in this deep dive for devoted fans.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's bid to shield Jan 6 records
In a major constitutional showdown, the US Supreme Court has rejected Donald Trump's bid to shield White House records from the January 6th committee investigation.
Queen's secret WWII Brazil role revealed in archives
Newly uncovered documents from the Royal Archives disclose Queen Elizabeth II's covert efforts to strengthen UK-Brazil relations during World War II, challenging traditional narratives of her wartime service.
Helen Garner wins Baillie Gifford Prize for diaries
Australian literary legend Helen Garner secures major UK literary honour for her revealing final volume of diaries, 'How to End a Story', offering unprecedented insight into her creative process and personal life.
Sudan Archives: Violin Meets Electronic in New Album BPM
Exclusive interview with Sudan Archives as she discusses her groundbreaking new album 'BPM', musical guilty pleasures, and how she's revolutionising the violin in contemporary music.
The Guardian Removes Article: A Digital Mystery
An exploration into the common practice of media outlets removing online content, the reasons behind it, and what it means for digital archives and public information.
Colbert debunks Trump's White House ballroom claim
Late-night host Stephen Colbert dismantles Donald Trump's claim about White House ballroom capacity with presidential archives evidence in viral segment.
Vatican archives reveal Pope Leo XIII abuse cover-up
Newly uncovered documents expose how Pope Leo XIII orchestrated a systematic cover-up of sexual abuse allegations against a powerful cardinal in the 19th century Catholic Church.
The Last Dinner Party & Sudan Archives Stun London Festival
An unforgettable night of musical brilliance as The Last Dinner Party and Sudan Archives headline London's hottest new cultural event, After The Hunt, with Lazarus and Harlan Coben adding literary flair.
Thatcher's secret leadership fears revealed in archives
Newly uncovered National Archives documents expose Margaret Thatcher's private concerns about Tory leadership challenges years before her dramatic downfall in 1990.
Trump privately praised Xi Jinping as "brilliant"
In a stunning revelation from newly released documents, Donald Trump privately praised Chinese President Xi Jinping as 'smart' and 'brilliant' while publicly criticising China. The Boston College archives reveal Trump's contradictory stance on US-China re
Mr Benn creator's lost puppetry treasures uncovered
Exclusive look at newly discovered artefacts from the creator of classic children's TV show Mr. Benn, revealing the genius behind Britain's beloved puppet icon.
BBC faces £100k per episode cost to censor classic sitcoms
The BBC could be forced to spend over £100,000 per episode to edit or remove controversial scenes from classic British comedies, including 'It Ain't Half Hot Mum' and 'Dad's Army', as broadcasting standards evolve.
Grenada launches digital archive of enslaved Africans
A revolutionary searchable database brings to light the harrowing stories and legal records of over 80,000 enslaved individuals in 18th-century Grenada, transforming historical understanding.
Trump's Presidential Library Planned for Miami Golf Club
Plans are underway to establish Donald Trump's presidential library at his Trump National Doral Miami golf resort, a significant departure from tradition that is already attracting scrutiny.
Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist: Six Novels Compete
The Booker Prize judges have revealed the six novels competing for the 2025 award, featuring a diverse mix of established authors and emerging voices in contemporary fiction.
Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist: Desai and Szalay Lead
The Man Booker Prize 2025 shortlist showcases six extraordinary novels, featuring literary heavyweights Kiran Desai and David Szalay, praised for their 'brilliantly human' storytelling.
eBay letters reveal UK families' slavery compensation
A remarkable collection of 19th-century correspondence, discovered in an online auction, exposes the direct financial benefits reaped by prominent UK families from slavery compensation, challenging long-held narratives and prompting calls for a national r
Wigtown: Scotland's Book Town With Royal Links
Explore the hidden gem of Wigtown in Scotland, a picturesque book lover's paradise with surprising royal links and award-winning attractions.
Richard Beard's Novel Reimagines Alan Turing's Life
Acclaimed author Richard Beard unveils his groundbreaking novel 'Universal Turing Machine', a profound exploration of Alan Turing's life and legacy that challenges conventional biography through speculative fiction.
Tom Gauld's hilarious take on what 'bestseller' really means
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld reveals the comical reality behind literary success in his latest Guardian cartoon strip, offering a witty commentary on the publishing world's obsession with bestseller lists.
Hilary Mantel's Legacy: New Prize for Emerging Writers
A powerful new literary prize, established in memory of the late, great Hilary Mantel, will offer unpublished writers a life-changing opportunity to secure a book deal and follow in her footsteps.
Striped Pyjamas author John Boyne cancelled for gender views
Bestselling Irish author John Boyne, famed for 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas', is at the centre of a fierce cancellation campaign after expressing gender-critical beliefs. The literary community is deeply divided over free speech and trans rights.
Queen Camilla's Witty Pride and Prejudice Joke
Queen Camilla charmed attendees at her annual literary festival with a playful reference to Colin Firth's iconic Mr Darcy lake scene from the BBC's Pride and Prejudice adaptation.
Kiran Desai: I never thought it would happen in the US
Booker Prize-winning author Kiran Desai delivers a powerful critique on America's political trajectory, drawing alarming parallels to the themes of her seminal novel 'The Inheritance of Loss' in an exclusive Guardian interview.
Queen Camilla delights book lovers at literary festival
The Queen made a surprise appearance at the inaugural Hungerford Book Festival, charming attendees with her passion for literature and support for the arts in a heartfelt speech.
Da Vinci Code Author Dan Brown Weds Longtime Mistress
Bestselling author Dan Brown, famed for 'The Da Vinci Code', has quietly married his former assistant and longtime mistress, Blythe Brown, in a private New England ceremony, Daily Mail can reveal.
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