One Life's Ambika Mod and Star Wars' Daisy Ridley headline a special live performance of Jane Austen's classic to raise crucial funds for humanitarian efforts in Gaza, featuring a celebrated British cast.
Groundbreaking new eye drops developed by scientists could soon free millions from the hassle of reading glasses, offering a simple solution for age-related vision decline.
Veteran striker Andy Carroll makes an infamous return for Reading FC, receiving a straight red card mere seconds after coming off the bench in a dramatic Championship clash against Norwich City.
Discover the rise of 'bookcations', the ultimate literary getaway combining peaceful reading retreats with stunning UK stays. Perfect for bibliophiles seeking solace.
BBC's Saturday Kitchen spiralled into unprecedented chaos this weekend when a guest chef dramatically abandoned the live show, leaving presenters Matt Tebbutt and Olly Smith scrambling to fill airtime.
Discover the five essential books that have profoundly shaped one author's life and writing, from timeless classics to modern masterpieces that promise to captivate every reader.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his five favourite books that offer profound insights into human nature, science, and society. Discover the reads that have shaped the billionaire's worldview.
Catch all the live action from the crucial T20 World Cup Group D clash between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Get over-by-over updates, live scorecard, and video highlights from this high-stakes encounter in Texas.
Don't miss a moment of the crucial T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8s clash! Get live ball-by-ball updates, key wickets, and explosive batting as England face South Africa in a high-stakes battle for semi-final supremacy.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Reading suggests that indulging in apple pie could be good for your gut health, thanks to a unique type of fibre that survives the baking process.
Get all the latest live updates, scores, and highlights from the crucial ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 match between England and South Africa at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner reveals his lifelong struggle with illiteracy in an emotional and candid interview, detailing the immense challenges he faced and how he built a successful business against all odds.
A convicted rapist serving a 14-year sentence issued a bone-chilling threat to his victim from the dock at Reading Crown Court, vowing to find her upon his release.
Your complete guide to watching England's opening Euro 2024 qualifier against Serbia. Find TV channels, live stream details, kick-off time, and team news for this highly anticipated match.
Exclusive: A damning new report from the University of Reading calls for the complete abolition of Ofsted's one-word ratings, citing severe harm to teacher wellbeing and educational quality. The government is now under mounting pressure to act.
A damning Ofsted report reveals a literacy crisis in England's schools, with a third failing to teach reading effectively. Discover the regional disparities and the urgent call for a new national strategy.
Catch all the live action as Afghanistan takes on Hong Kong in a crucial T20 World Cup 2024 group stage clash. Get live score updates, key moments, and analysis from this must-win match.
Warsaw unveils a world-first 'express library' metro station, allowing commuters to borrow physical books for free using just their smartphones, blending urban transport with accessible culture.
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.
Your complete guide to watching England's World Cup qualifier against Andorra. Find out the kick-off time, TV channel, and live streaming details for the match at Wembley.
The heartbreaking story of Olly Stephens, a teenager murdered in a planned attack in Reading. Three teenagers have been convicted for their roles in the tragic event that has shocked the nation.
Exclusive: Paul Doyle stands trial at Reading Crown Court, denying causing death by dangerous driving in the tragic A40 crash that claimed the life of 75-year-old Ian Morris. Latest developments from the courtroom.
The final, devastating words of headteacher Ruth Perry have been disclosed during the inquest into her tragic death, revealing the immense pressure she faced following a critical Ofsted report.
Follow live over-by-over updates from the crucial T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8s clash between Jos Buttler's England and Aiden Markram's South Africa in St. Lucia. Get the latest score, wickets, and match analysis.
Discover the must-read paperback releases for September 2025. Our curated guide features Haruki Murakami's latest masterpiece, Richard Powers' profound new novel, and other unmissable fiction and non-fiction titles to add to your collection.
Discover expert-backed, game-changing strategies to transform your child into a confident reader. From phonics fun to building a reading sanctuary, our guide ensures a smooth and joyful start to their educational journey.
An education specialist shares her top, easy-to-implement phonics strategies that parents can use to transform story time and give their child a major head start in literacy.
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