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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Saint Laurent's radical vintage transformation stuns Paris
Discover how Anthony Vaccarello is revolutionising luxury fashion by transforming vintage YSL pieces into breathtaking new creations for Saint Laurent's latest Paris collection.
Aston Villa must sell stars to avoid PSR sanctions
Aston Villa must raise significant funds through player sales before June 30th to comply with Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules, with stars like Jacob Ramsey potentially on the chopping block.
British firm exposes Nestlé's Cape Cod water grab
A British design firm's discovery that its work was used by Nestlé to extract water from a protected US region has ignited a firestorm over corporate ethics and environmental responsibility.
Man Utd Financial Crisis: Ratcliffe's FFP Warning
Exclusive analysis reveals Manchester United's precarious financial position under INEOS ownership, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe admitting the club must sell players before buying due to Profit and Sustainability Rules.
Arcteryx fury over Tibet fireworks display
Outdoor brand Arcteryx sparks international outcry and accusations of 'greenwashing' after a high-altitude pyrotechnic event in the ecologically fragile Tibetan Plateau, threatening its sustainability reputation.
Abi Daré Wins Climate Fiction Prize for New Sequel
Nigerian author Abi Daré secures the inaugural Climate Fiction Prize for her upcoming novel, 'The Girl Who Fought The Wind', a powerful sequel exploring climate justice in Lagos.
RHS Cuts French Lavender From Pollinator List in Major Shift
The Royal Horticultural Society is reclassifying thousands of garden plants, moving away from non-native species like French lavender to prioritise UK wildlife-friendly varieties in a major sustainability shift.
Burnley Launch £200M Lawsuit Against Everton Over FFP
Exclusive: Burnley Football Club initiates a staggering £200 million lawsuit against Everton, alleging severe financial damage from their Premier League rivals' breach of Profit and Sustainability Rules. The legal battle could redefine financial governanc
Jameela Jamil demands sustainability labels on clothes
Actress and activist Jameela Jamil launches a powerful campaign for mandatory sustainability labels on clothing, urging the UK government to enforce transparency in fashion.
Hong Kong's massive deforestation footprint exposed in new study
Groundbreaking research exposes how Hong Kong's economic consumption drives tropical deforestation in Southeast Asia, ranking it among the world's top per capita contributors to forest loss.
2025 Very Short Film Festival Winners Announced
The 2025 Very Short Film Festival champions powerful environmental storytelling, with winning films tackling the climate crisis, plastic pollution, and our connection to nature, all in 60 seconds.
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.
Tesco's Nationwide Food Waste Initiative Transforms UK Supermarkets
Tesco launches a groundbreaking nationwide initiative to tackle food waste, partnering with Olio to redistribute surplus food to communities across the UK. Discover how this scheme will benefit local charities and reduce environmental impact.
Hannah Ritchie's Data-Driven Case For Climate Optimism
Discover how data-driven environmental scientist Hannah Ritchie challenges doom-laden narratives with actionable, evidence-based solutions for a sustainable future in her groundbreaking new book.
The Unseen Fight Against Ecological Collapse
Exclusive insight into the global battle being waged against climate catastrophe. Discover the strategies offering a lifeline for our planet's future amidst unprecedented ecological crises.
Shrinking States: The Positive Future with Fewer People
Forget the doomsday scenarios. New research reveals a future with fewer people offers a surprising opportunity for greater equality, a healthier planet, and a higher quality of life for all. Discover the positive revolution in global demographics.
Aldi Australia Permanently Bans Plastic Bags
Aldi Australia has made a monumental environmental pledge, announcing the permanent removal of plastic bags from all its stores. The decision, which follows a successful trial, is set to prevent billions of bags from entering landfills and oceans, marking
The Climate 100: UK's Top Environmental Leaders for 2024
Discover The Independent's definitive ranking of the 100 most powerful and impactful leaders in Britain's climate sector, from policymakers to green innovators shaping our sustainable future.
Leicester City FC partners with One Water to ditch plastic
Leicester City Football Club partners with eco-brand One Water in a landmark deal to eliminate single-use plastics at the King Power Stadium, championing sustainability in British sports.
Bass Strait crossed in a boat made entirely of rubbish
A team of environmental activists has successfully crossed the treacherous Bass Strait in a boat constructed solely from reclaimed plastic waste and trash, highlighting the ocean pollution crisis in a daring maritime protest.
California Ranchers Fight Environmentalists in Point Reyes Clash
A fierce battle is raging in California's Point Reyes National Seashore, pitting multi-generational dairy and cattle ranchers against powerful environmental groups. The conflict centres on a contentious plan to extend agricultural leases for 20 years, rai
Premier League Blocked Arsenal's £43m Luiz Transfer
Exclusive: The Premier League intervened to block Arsenal's proposed £43 million transfer for Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz in 2022, citing controversial profit and sustainability rules.
East Germany's Prefab Housing Finds New Life in Modern Era
Once a symbol of Cold War austerity, East Germany's prefabricated Plattenbau housing estates are experiencing an unlikely renaissance. Discover how these concrete giants are providing a blueprint for tackling today's urgent issues of urban density, sustai
Starbucks UK Unveils Major Store Revamp with New Community Look
Starbucks is transforming its UK coffee shops with a bold new design philosophy focused on community, sustainability, and a premium, local feel. Discover the changes coming to a high street near you.
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