Obama's Nobel Peace Prize Among Most Controversial Awards
The Nobel Committee faces scrutiny as Barack Obama's 2009 Peace Prize joins Bob Dylan's literature award in ranking among the most contentious Nobel decisions in history.
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Nobel Prize 2024 announcements delayed unexpectedly
In an extraordinary move, the Nobel Foundation has delayed the 2024 prize announcements amid ongoing controversies, marking a significant departure from tradition for the prestigious awards.
Real-life muses for Jilly Cooper's Rupert Campbell-Black
Discover the fascinating aristocratic figures from British high society, including Queen Camilla's former husband Andrew Parker Bowles, who served as muses for Jilly Cooper's legendary literary character Rupert Campbell-Black.
Emma Watson's Fashion Week Statement on JK Rowling
Emma Watson makes powerful silent statement at Paris Fashion Week in Miu Miu, appearing to distance herself from JK Rowling's controversial transgender views as the Harry Potter divide deepens.
Jilly Cooper, Bonkbuster Queen, Dies at 88
Tributes pour in for the iconic British author who revolutionised romantic fiction with her racy Rutshire Chronicles and unforgettable characters like Rupert Campbell-Black.
Bridgerton star replaces Midsomer Murders detective
Bridgerton actor Rupert Evans replaces Neil Dudgeon as DCI John Barnaby in shocking Midsomer Murders casting revolution that will transform the iconic crime drama.
Thriller Showdown: McFadden Battles Cornwell & Carr
The literary world witnesses an intense battle as Freida McFadden's latest psychological thriller challenges established giants Patricia Cornwell and Jack Carr for bestselling dominance.
Goldsmiths Prize 2025 Shortlist Reveals Literary Stars
The prestigious Goldsmiths Prize unveils its 2025 shortlist, featuring literary stars Sarah Hall and Charlie Porter among six exceptional works celebrating innovation in fiction.
Walmart closes Prince Rupert store in British Columbia
Walmart closes its Prince Rupert location in British Columbia, leaving residents facing food desert concerns and highlighting Canada's growing retail challenges.
Emma Watson addresses JK Rowling transgender comments
Harry Potter star Emma Watson addresses the ongoing controversy surrounding author JK Rowling's transgender views, revealing her personal stance while advocating for respect and transgender rights.
Trump-Netanyahu Nobel Prize Nomination Sparks Outrage
Ben Jennings' powerful cartoon exposes the controversial Nobel Peace Prize nomination of Trump and Netanyahu, offering a biting commentary on international diplomacy and the politicisation of peace awards.
Phone Hacking Drama Revisits Murdoch Scandal
As a new TV drama revisits the phone hacking scandal that rocked Britain, we examine the enduring power of Rupert Murdoch and the warnings it holds for democracy in the age of Trump.
Booker Prize 2024 Shortlist Revealed
The prestigious Booker Prize shortlist for 2024 has been announced, featuring six exceptional novels that explore themes of identity, history, and the human condition, with authors from the UK, US, and Ireland vying for the £50,000 award.
Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist Features Kiran Desai and David Szalay
The prestigious Booker Prize 2025 shortlist has been revealed, featuring literary giants Kiran Desai and David Szalay alongside four other exceptional authors. Discover the six novels competing for the £50,000 prize.
Sarah Jessica Parker Joins International Booker Prize Panel
Actress Sarah Jessica Parker joins the International Booker Prize judging panel, championing global literature and translation, amidst discussions on celebrity influence in literary awards.
Booker Prize 2025 Longlist: 13 Novels Revealed
Discover the 13 exceptional novels longlisted for the prestigious 2025 Booker Prize, featuring a diverse mix of established literary giants and exciting debut voices from across the globe.
Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist: Six Novels Compete
The Booker Prize judges have revealed the six novels competing for the 2025 award, featuring a diverse mix of established authors and emerging voices in contemporary fiction.
Emma Watson Explains Her Long Break From Acting
Emma Watson opens up about her conscious decision to step away from the Hollywood spotlight, revealing a journey of personal growth, political activism, and finding her voice beyond Hermione Granger.
Turner Prize 2025: Bradford's Radical Art Showcase
The 2025 Turner Prize exhibition in Bradford breaks from tradition with its community-focused, accessible approach, sparking debate about art's role in society.
TikTok's Algorithm: A Bigger Threat Than Murdoch or Trump
A chilling investigation reveals how TikTok's Chinese-owned algorithm poses a far greater threat to Western democracy than the partisan press of Murdoch or Trump's social media rants, manipulating a generation's worldview.
Trump's TikTok Ultimatum to Murdoch Revealed
Ex-President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to Rupert Murdoch's Fox News, demanding an immediate halt to anti-Biden content on its platforms as a condition for his support in averting a US TikTok ban. The political power play reveals deep fissures in
Trump's Secret TikTok Summit with Murdoch Dynasty Revealed
Exclusive: Donald Trump held clandestine talks with Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch about joining TikTok, raising serious national security and political influence concerns ahead of the US election.
The Hack: ITV's Spectacular Phone-Hacking Scandal Drama
ITV's groundbreaking new drama 'The Hack' exposes the shocking phone-hacking scandal that rocked Britain. With a stellar cast and sprawling narrative, this is 2025's must-watch television event.
King Charles Cancels Trump-Murdoch Buckingham Palace Banquet
Exclusive: King Charles cancels a controversial state banquet for Donald Trump, orchestrated by Rupert Murdoch, in a major diplomatic move that signals a shift in UK-US relations.
Trump Eyes Murdoch as Ambassador in Potential Second Term
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump is reportedly considering media mogul Rupert Murdoch for a top diplomatic role if he wins the 2024 election, despite their famously turbulent relationship and Murdoch's previous criticisms.
Murdoch Weds: Trump on Star-Studded UK Guest List
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch marries Elena Zhukova in a star-studded ceremony at his Oxfordshire estate, with former President Donald Trump in attendance and a notable absence of key political figures.
Trump's Secret UK Trip: Courting Murdoch and Tory Elite
Exclusive: Donald Trump made a covert trip to the UK, holding private talks with media mogul Rupert Murdoch and key Conservative figures, signalling a major push for influence ahead of the next election.
Independent's Rupert Cornwell Award 2025: £5k Bursary
The Independent announces the prestigious Rupert Cornwell Award for 2025, offering a £5,000 bursary and a paid placement to an aspiring journalist, honouring the legacy of its esteemed foreign correspondent.
Lachlan Murdoch Wins Murdoch Succession Battle
Exclusive insight into Rupert Murdoch's seismic decision to anoint son Lachlan as sole chair of News Corp and Fox, ending a decades-long succession battle and reshaping the future of a global media empire.
Harry Potter Fans Stunned By Hidden Dobby Grave Detail
Potterheads are having their minds blown by a touching, long-overlooked detail in the 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1' film that changes the meaning of a key scene forever.
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