Nish Kumar Hosts Guardian Saturday Writers Event
Comedian Nish Kumar hosted The Guardian's 'An Evening with the Saturday Writers' on 19 December 2025. Watch highlights and key discussions from the unique literary event.
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Unions Demand Block on Netflix-Warner Bros $72bn Merger
US unions call for regulators to block Netflix's $72bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, warning it will eliminate jobs, cut wages, and reduce content diversity for viewers.
Unions call for Netflix-Warner Bros merger to be blocked
US unions urge regulators to block Netflix's $72bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, warning of job losses and higher prices for consumers. Full analysis inside.
Eurovision 2026 boycott over Israel confirmed
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna following the EBU's decision to include Israel. Discover the events that led to this major diplomatic and cultural split.
Four countries boycott 2026 Eurovision over Israel
Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Spain withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in protest of Israel's involvement. Read the full story on the escalating cultural boycott.
Four countries boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will not participate in Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to compete. Read the full statements and reasons behind the historic boycott.
Nepo-Baby Ripley Parker Joins Harry Potter Reboot Team
Ripley Parker, daughter of Thandiwe Newton and Ol Parker, secures a coveted spot in the writers' room for HBO's major Harry Potter reboot series. Discover the details of this high-profile appointment and the show's progress.
Arne Slot misses awards after Liverpool's 3-0 loss
Liverpool manager Arne Slot was a no-show at the Northern Football Writers' Association awards after his team's dismal 3-0 home defeat to Nottingham Forest. Discover the fallout.
Camilla & Geri Halliwell Celebrate Teen Writers
Queen Camilla and Geri Halliwell-Horner honoured global teen writing talent at the Commonwealth Essay Competition. Discover the inspiring winners and their journeys.
Queen Camilla Hails Commonwealth Essay Competition Winners
Queen Camilla praised young writers for their 'incurable itch for writing' at the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition awards. Discover the inspiring winners from India, Singapore, and Nigeria.
Queen Camilla Celebrates Commonwealth Essay Winners
Queen Camilla praised young writers at St James's Palace for the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition, which saw over 53,000 entries from 54 nations this year.
Irish Writers Portraits by Steve Pyke Exhibition
British photographer Steve Pyke captures Ireland's literary greats in striking portraits. Featuring Edna O'Brien, Seamus Heaney and contemporary voices. Discover the stories behind the images.
Photo Booth Confessions: Writers Share Chaotic Snapshots
Discover the raw, unfiltered stories behind photo booth pictures as nine acclaimed writers share their most cherished and chaotic snapshots in this intimate collection.
Authors Boycott British Library Over Staff Dispute
Prominent writers including Joe Hill withdraw from British Library events as institution faces backlash over staff treatment and controversial restructuring plans.
Emma Thompson's stark AI warning to creative industries
Academy Award winner Dame Emma Thompson shares profound concerns about artificial intelligence's impact on acting and writing professions during revealing Late Show appearance.
Thom Yorke: I Would Not Play Israel
Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke breaks his silence on cultural boycott of Israel, revealing he would refuse to perform there amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Filter Writers Reveal Their Best 2025 Purchases
The Guardian's Filter writers reveal their most brilliant buys of 2025 - from tech innovations to everyday essentials that transformed their lives.
Essential Crime Thrillers: McDermid, James & Baragwanath
Discover this month's must-read crime novels featuring Val McDermid's chilling cold case, Peter James's tense Brighton investigation, and Tom Baragwanath's compelling New Zealand debut.
Claude McKay: Radical Jamaican in 1920s London
Discover the untold story of Claude McKay, the Jamaican writer whose radical journalism challenged colonialism and racism in 1920s London, paving the way for future civil rights movements.
Tom Gauld reveals where writers really get their ideas
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld's latest work for The Guardian brilliantly exposes the real sources of literary inspiration, from everyday distractions to desperate deadlines.
Ivan Klíma: Celebrated Czech author dies aged 92
Celebrated Czech author Ivan Klíma, whose powerful dissident writings challenged communist oppression, has died aged 92. Explore the extraordinary life of the writer who turned political persecution into literary triumph.
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.
AI vs Human Writers: The Em Dash Battle
Professional writers face an existential threat as AI increasingly mimics their distinctive stylistic choices, including the beloved em dash, raising questions about creativity and livelihood in the digital age.
Jimmy Kimmel's ratings plunge 46% after return
Jimmy Kimmel's highly anticipated return to television has delivered disappointing ratings, with viewership dropping by nearly half compared to his pre-strike numbers, raising questions about the future of late-night television.
The Bear Writer Reveals Financial Struggle Post-Emmy Win
Emmy-winning The Bear writer Alex O'Keefe reveals his financial struggles despite the show's success, highlighting systemic payment issues in the streaming industry.
Marvel star slams Disney CEO on Jimmy Kimmel Live
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law star Tatiana Maslany didn't hold back in her critique of Disney CEO Bob Iger during a candid interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live, criticising his handling of the recent writers' strike.
Hilary Mantel's Legacy: New Prize for Emerging Writers
A powerful new literary prize, established in memory of the late, great Hilary Mantel, will offer unpublished writers a life-changing opportunity to secure a book deal and follow in her footsteps.
Sally Rooney declines Israeli arts award over Palestine stance
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines prestigious Aky Arts Award, citing Israel's 'system of racial domination and segregation' against Palestinians. The move ignites fresh debate on cultural boycotts.
Sally Rooney skips award over UK arrest threat for Palestine views
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines to attend a major UK literary awards ceremony, citing advice that her public support for Palestine could lead to her arrest upon entry to Britain.
BBC in Eurovision boycott crisis over Israel hosting
The BBC faces a major dilemma as European broadcasters threaten to boycott the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest if held in Israel. Internal debates rage over balancing artistic independence with political pressures.
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