Brits' reading attention span lasts just 14 minutes
A groundbreaking UK study reveals the average Brit's attention span for reading has plummeted to just 14 minutes. Discover the causes and impacts of this national focus crisis.
A groundbreaking UK study reveals the average Brit's attention span for reading has plummeted to just 14 minutes. Discover the causes and impacts of this national focus crisis.
Discover the essential reading list for anyone in their 20s, from navigating career anxiety and financial freedom to understanding modern relationships and finding your purpose. These seven book titles offer a roadmap through the most transformative decad
Exclusive: The private Alfred Sutton Primary School in Reading faces backlash after an unannounced Ofsted inspection described as a 'raid'. Parents and staff condemn the 'aggressive' approach, citing severe stress and a flawed process.
New research dismantles the Baby Boomer belief that personal wisdom built their wealth, revealing how historic economic advantages created a generational divide that millennials can't overcome.
A sartorial civil war is raging on British high streets. Discover why Gen Z's baggy jeans are clashing with Millennials' skinny legacy and what this fashion feud reveals about generational identity.
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.
Bestselling author Nick Harkaway reveals in a candid interview how a forced encounter with Charles Dickens as a child nearly ended his reading journey forever, before a fantasy epic saved him.
A distracted van driver who killed a cyclist after crashing while reading paperwork has been jailed. Read the full shocking details of this preventable tragedy.
Exclusive: Super Bowl winner Justin Hilliard reveals his terrifying fear of Chinese government surveillance and futuristic mind-reading technology, sparking a major debate on privacy and athlete security.
New research uncovers the UK's top outdoor hotspots, with Reading and Plymouth residents leading the way. Discover how your area compares and the surprising benefits of getting outside.
A Five Guys customer was left in complete disbelief after being charged an astonishing £24 for a basic meal of a bacon cheeseburger, regular fries, and a drink at the Reading branch. The viral receipt has sparked a fierce online debate about the soaring c
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.
A priceless 19th-century Catholic relic, a bone fragment of the British-born millennial Pope Leo XIV, has been stolen from a church in Venezuela. The theft has sparked an international investigation and outrage amongst the faithful.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In a historic move, Pope Leo XIV has declared Carlo Acutis, a teenage computer whiz who died in 2006, a saint. Dubbed 'God's Influencer', he is the first saint of the millennial generation, recognised for using his tech skills to spread Catholicism online
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.