Chalamet's Marty Supreme counters toxic online masculinity
Timothée Chalamet's new film 'Marty Supreme' is sparking a cultural shift for young men, offering playful fun over online rage. Discover how it's pulling boys off their screens.
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UK strategy tackles violence against women, targets deepfakes
The UK government has published its long-awaited strategy to tackle violence against women and girls. The plan addresses deepfake pornography and 'toxic ideas' in schools. Read the full details here.
Mother critiques government's anti-misogyny courses for boys
A mother argues new plans to send boys on behaviour change programmes risk demonising a generation, urging focus on societal roots and positive role models instead. Read the full analysis.
Scott Galloway: The Crisis of Modern Masculinity
Tech entrepreneur Scott Galloway discusses his bestselling book on the male crisis, linking male loneliness to political upheaval and calling for men to 'level up'. Read his surprising take.
Harbour on Hopper's Toxic Masculinity in Stranger Things
David Harbour reveals Jim Hopper's toxic heroism strains relationships in Stranger Things Season 5. Discover the final episodes on Netflix now.
Cărtărescu's Blinding Trilogy Finally Reaches UK Readers
Romanian author Mircea Cărtărescu discusses his acclaimed Blinding trilogy, communist upbringing, and Nobel Prize rumours as his masterpiece reaches British audiences after 30 years.
David Gandy calls for more 'good men' narratives
Supermodel David Gandy says there's a lack of positive male role models for young men and criticises Andrew Tate's 'immature' masculinity. Read his full interview and his support for the Lost Boys campaign.
Man quits £144k job to become stay-at-home son
Luke Parkhurst, 34, swapped a six-figure salary for household chores under his mother's roof. Discover why he chose this unconventional path to fulfilment.
Joel Edgerton on his silent Netflix role in Train Dreams
Joel Edgerton reveals how a director's note from Loving helped him tackle his near-silent role in Netflix's Train Dreams, while critiquing toxic masculinity. Discover his acting insights.
MAGA meltdown over J Crew's pink men's sweater
Conservative Americans erupt over J Crew's pink men's jumper, exposing deeper anxieties about masculinity and cultural identity in Trump-era politics. Read the full analysis.
Cumberbatch: Using Marvel fame to make indie films about grief
Benedict Cumberbatch discusses his raw performance as a grieving father in 'The Thing with Feathers', exploring masculinity and using his Marvel success to support challenging cinema.
Men's Day Campaigns Split by Anti-Feminist Views
Australia's peak men's health body distances itself from conservative group's International Men's Day campaign amid concerns over anti-feminist and anti-LGBTQI+ messaging. Learn about the evolving nature of men's advocacy.
TV's New 'Soft' Male Heroes Replace Charismatic Antiheroes
From Ted Lasso to Peppa Pig's Daddy, TV's male characters have transformed from charismatic antiheroes to kind but incompetent figures. Discover why 57% of Brits see men as either wimps or psychopaths.
Booker Winner Ignites Masculinity Debate
David Szalay's Booker-winning novel 'Flesh' sparks crucial conversation about modern masculinity, toxic behaviour, and its reflection in contemporary literature.
Flesh Wins Booker, Reclaims Male Perspective in Fiction
David Szalay's Booker-winning novel Flesh breaks from female-dominated literary trends, tackling masculinity and male sexuality with radical honesty. Discover this groundbreaking work.
Australian Boys Struggle with Modern Masculinity Expectations
Groundbreaking Australian research exposes how boys and young men are navigating conflicting expectations of masculinity, with many feeling pressured to suppress emotions and conform to traditional stereotypes.
Teenage Boys Radicalised by Toxic Online Masculinity
An alarming investigation reveals how vulnerable teenage boys across the UK are being drawn into toxic online communities that promote dangerous ideologies about masculinity and relationships.
Gurnah's Theft: Coming-of-Age in Tanzania
Nobel laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah returns with a powerful audiobook exploring identity, displacement and moral choices in 1960s Tanzania through the eyes of a young student.
Andrew Tate's toxic influence on UK boys sparks alarm
New research reveals disturbing trends as toxic manosphere figures like Andrew Tate shape young boys' attitudes towards women, with experts calling for urgent educational intervention.
Surf club's radical plan to combat male loneliness
An iconic Australian surf club is pioneering a radical approach to tackle the growing epidemic of male isolation through traditional male spaces and mentorship programmes.
Booker Prize Launches Children's Booker Award
The prestigious Booker Prize expands its literary empire with the Children's Booker, chaired by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, aiming to champion children's literature and create lifelong reading habits.
Abbie Chatfield cries after mother's emotional radio call
Australian media personality Abbie Chatfield became emotional after receiving a powerful message from a mother whose son was abused, challenging her views on masculinity during her Hot Nights radio show.
Manosphere's Grip on Young British Men Revealed
New visual investigation reveals how algorithms and digital isolation are driving a generation of young British men into the manosphere's radical embrace.
Why Literary Purists Are Wrong About Classic Novel Adaptations
From radical reinterpretations to modern settings, discover why controversial adaptations of Austen and Brontë are essential for keeping literary classics alive for new generations.
NSW funds literature to combat AI-generated stories
The New South Wales government launches a groundbreaking funding initiative to protect authentic Australian storytelling from the rising tide of AI-generated content, championing human creativity.
Redefining Fatherhood: The New Masculinity Britain Needs
As gender equality reshapes parenting, fathers are navigating uncharted territory between traditional masculinity and emotional childcare. Discover why embracing vulnerability could revolutionise family mental health.
Adichie: 'Terrified my sons will join manosphere'
Award-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie reveals her maternal fears about the growing influence of toxic online masculinity on young men in exclusive Guardian interview.
Modern Guide to Raising Emotionally Intelligent Boys
Discover revolutionary parenting strategies that challenge traditional masculinity stereotypes and help boys develop emotional resilience, empathy, and healthy relationships in contemporary Britain.
Can Xue & Krasznahorkai: Joint Nobel Literature Favourites
In an unprecedented twist, Chinese experimental writer Can Xue and Hungarian master Laszlo Krasznahorkai lead the race as joint favourites for the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, according to latest betting odds.
Trump's bizarre masculinity rant on Fox News raises eyebrows
Donald Trump's recent Fox News interview took unexpected turns as he praised fictional masculinity, attacked Biden's cognitive state, and made controversial remarks about women and foreign policy.
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