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.
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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.
AOC's brutal Stephen Miller takedown exposes MAGA fragility
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delivers scathing response to former Trump advisor Stephen Miller, exposing what she calls the 'pathetic fragility' of MAGA masculinity in viral social media clash.
Gaza Poet: 'My Poems Are Part of My Flesh'
Exclusive interview with Palestinian poet Batool Abu Akleen reveals how she continues to write amidst the devastation of Gaza, transforming trauma into powerful verse that bears witness to her people's struggle.
Portnoy Slams Swift-Kelce Romance as 'Showgirl' Life
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy delivers scathing assessment of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's high-profile relationship, questioning Kelce's masculinity and calling their romance a manufactured spectacle in viral rant.
Sperm Racing: Tech Bros' Bizarre New Status Symbol
Silicon Valley's wealthy tech entrepreneurs are spending thousands on 'sperm racing' - a controversial new trend where they compete to have the fastest-swimming sperm. Discover why this latest biohacking craze reveals deeper issues about masculinity and p
1 in 5 UK Men Shun Cocktails Over 'Unmanly' Image
A new UK survey reveals a stark gender divide in cocktail consumption, with 20% of men avoiding them over image concerns and a preference for beer.
Hong Kong's Riveting Reimagining of Linklater's 'Tape'
A critical deep-dive into the bold Hong Kong remake of Richard Linklater's cult classic, 'Tape'. This reverential yet distinct adaptation transposes the drama of toxic masculinity and blurred truths to a compelling Asian context, proving the film's themes
Tom Gauld Satirises 'Classic Novels Reworked for Men'
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld brilliantly satirises gender-based marketing with his latest cartoon, imagining classic literature rewritten with stereotypically 'masculine' themes for a male audience.
Ian McEwan: Modern Novels Beat The Classics
Acclaimed British author Ian McEwan argues that contemporary fiction surpasses the 19th-century novel in psychological depth and formal ambition. Discover his provocative defence of the modern novel.
Science Reveals Why Beards Are Deemed More Attractive
Groundbreaking scientific research reveals the evolutionary psychology behind why facial hair is perceived as more attractive, dominant, and signifying higher social status.
Straight Circle: A Defining Satire on Modern Masculinity
Oscar Hudson's electrifying debut feature, 'Straight Circle', delivers a razor-sharp satire on influencer culture and male identity, hailed as a defining film for the digital generation.
Are 'Woke' Male Accessories Just Performative Allyship?
An incisive look at how the humble tote bag and matcha latte have become the latest symbols of performative masculinity, questioning whether modern male feminism is genuine progress or just another trend.
Clairo's Book Club Sparks 'Performative Male' Debate
Indie pop sensation Clairo sparks a cultural conversation after her book club selects 'The Bell Jar', igniting a viral debate on 'performative masculinity' and the modern male experience. Discover why Sylvia Plath's classic novel is resonating with a new
Kataraina: Becky Manawatu's Thrilling Māori Masterpiece
Becky Manawatu returns with a breathtaking and powerful follow-up to the award-winning Auē. Our review delves into this stunning new Māori novel that explores themes of trauma, identity, and redemption with lyrical prose and heart-stopping tension.
The Rise of the 'Performative Man' in the UK
Explore the rise of 'performative masculinity' in the UK, where men are adopting curated aesthetics like matcha, Pilates, and literary fiction not for enjoyment, but for social validation and status signalling.
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