Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches The Pleasure List campaign, urging book recommendations to reverse the UK's falling literacy and leisure reading rates. Join the national mission.
Exclusive data reveals over 5,000 people receive PIP or ESA for obesity, costing taxpayers nearly £144 million since 2019. Discover the impact and government response.
Reading and Leeds Festivals 2026 announce a historic, all-British and Irish headline bill. Charli XCX, Dave, RAYE and more to top the iconic dual-site event. Tickets on sale this week.
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
Discover how reading fiction enhances empathy and cognitive function. Expert tips to overcome distractions and build a sustainable reading habit for a psychologically richer life.
The Department for Work and Pensions is planning significant reforms to the benefits payment system, potentially affecting millions of claimants across the UK. Learn what changes are coming and how they might impact you.
Millions of Britons on benefits will receive the traditional £10 Christmas bonus from DWP in 2025. Here's who qualifies and when to expect the tax-free payment.
Thames Valley Police deploy armed officers to Reading College following a serious assault that left a teenage boy with head injuries. Investigation ongoing as community seeks answers.
Thames Valley Police swarm Reading College following serious incident, with multiple emergency vehicles and specialist units responding to ongoing situation.
Major police response at Reading College after serious stabbing incident leaves one person hospitalised. Campus in lockdown as forensic teams scour crime scene.
New analysis reveals why increased testing fails to improve children's reading skills and identifies the evidence-based strategies that actually work in UK classrooms.
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced its final timeline for moving legacy benefit claimants to Universal Credit, affecting millions across Britain. Discover what this means for you and when the changes are coming.
Groundbreaking research reveals fathers who read bedtime stories significantly improve children's behaviour and concentration levels in school.
Discover the perfect literary companions for the festive season with our curated selection of Christmas books for adults, from heartwarming romances to chilling thrillers.
Exclusive guide reveals which DWP benefits require means-testing and how your income and savings could affect your payments. Don't miss out on financial support you're entitled to.
A landmark court ruling mandates immediate emergency food payments for thousands affected by controversial Trump administration cuts to pandemic food assistance.
From chilling thrillers to poignant memoirs, explore the literary gems that had the book community buzzing in October 2025. Get inspired for your next great read!
Discover how just 15 minutes of daily audiobook listening can transform your mental fitness, reduce stress, and boost cognitive function according to groundbreaking UK research.
Comprehensive guide to all non-pensioner benefits and cost of living payments available this winter, including eligibility criteria and payment dates from the DWP.
Discover the incredible story of a retired engineer who achieved the unimaginable - reading nearly 3,600 books over six decades while meticulously tracking every page.
Discover the most enchanting autumnal romance novels that are capturing hearts on Goodreads this season. From charming small-town love stories to witty romantic comedies, find your perfect cosy read.
The Department for Work and Pensions has unveiled a revolutionary digital service allowing millions to quickly check what benefits they could claim. This user-friendly platform could put thousands of pounds back in people's pockets.
Discover how breaking free from endless scrolling with a simple daily practice transformed one person's relationship with books and mental wellbeing.
Discover how one reader smashed their annual book target using a clever library strategy that saved thousands and boosted their literary consumption dramatically.
Discover the enchanting world of cosy fantasy literature with bestselling author recommendations for your next comforting read. Perfect for escaping daily stress with magical, low-stakes stories.
Discover the surprising psychological phenomenon affecting avid readers everywhere and learn practical strategies to improve your reading retention.
The Department for Work and Pensions is urging Britons to check if they're eligible for Attendance Allowance as thousands miss out on vital financial support worth up to £434 monthly.
Thousands of UK pensioners could be missing out on up to £4,000 per year through Attendance Allowance. Discover if you qualify for this vital financial support.
The UK's two-child benefit limit explained: How this policy affects family finances and why campaigners demand its abolition as child poverty rises.