The State Library of Victoria, one of the world's busiest, plans to cut 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians. Critics call it a 'crude self-lobotomy' that betrays the institution's core mission. Read more on this cultural crisis.
Millions of UK workers risk £900+ fines if they miss the 31 January Self-Assessment deadline. HMRC urges action now to avoid penalties for late filing or payments.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld unveils his latest witty take on the age-old tension between librarians and booksellers. Discover the humour behind these literary worlds.
Four Michigan teenagers face terrorism charges after authorities uncovered an alleged plot to carry out a Halloween mass casualty attack, with police revealing the suspects referred to themselves as 'gamers' in disturbing communications.
In a stunning turn of events, an NBA head coach made cryptic poker remarks during a press conference just hours before being arrested in an FBI mafia gambling sting operation.
A dramatic security breach at Los Angeles City Hall forced evacuation after a driver smashed through security barriers while invoking the former president's name.
A new Sky series, 'The Librarians', dramatises the real-life battle against literary censorship, following a group of women determined to protect intellectual freedom in their community.
Oasis legend Liam Gallagher sparks controversy after being filmed making a drug reference and interacting with a fan in a backstage toilet during a concert.