£10 lost airport bag purchase leaves man stunned
Scott Fensome bought an unclaimed backpack for a tenner at a luggage auction. Discover what surprising and mundane items he found inside and whether it was worth it.
Scott Fensome bought an unclaimed backpack for a tenner at a luggage auction. Discover what surprising and mundane items he found inside and whether it was worth it.
An advice columnist offers creative solutions for parents whose voracious young readers dismiss books based on cover art. Discover how to nurture a love of reading without making it a chore.
The Office of Rail and Road reverses its decision to run a key Manchester to London Euston service without passengers following outcry. Read the full story.
A man's life descends into a real-life horror story after buying a second-hand book containing mysterious photos. He reports unexplained knocks, smells, and apparitions. Read the chilling account.
A controversial decision to run a key Manchester to London express as an empty 'ghost train' has been reversed. The 7am service will now carry passengers after intervention. Read the full story.
A 90-year-old man and three relatives endured a 20-hour ocean ordeal clinging to their capsized boat before a dramatic US Coast Guard rescue. Read their incredible survival story.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld captures the modern dilemma of online book shopping in his latest witty illustration. Discover the humour in digital book browsing today!
Lucy Steed's debut novel, The Artist, set in 1920s France, wins the 2025 Waterstones Book of the Year. Discover the romantic-mystery captivating readers across the UK.
Trans activists demand National Library of Scotland remove 'The Women Who Wouldn't Wheesht' for second time. Discover the escalating censorship battle threatening free speech in Scottish cultural institutions.
Four fishermen, aged 18 to 90, were rescued by the US Coast Guard after their boat capsized and they spent nearly 24 hours lost at sea. Read the full story of their survival.
A massive coast-to-coast storm is wreaking havoc on Thanksgiving travel plans for millions across America. Discover which regions face the worst disruptions and how to stay safe.
A pristine 1939 Superman No. 1 comic discovered in an attic has sold for a record-breaking £7.2 million, becoming the most valuable comic book in history. Discover the full story.
Trump administration announces first offshore drilling expansion in decades for California and Florida, facing bipartisan opposition over environmental risks. Read the full analysis.
Discover how Curran Hatleberg's transformative residency in Eureka produced his acclaimed Lost Coast photography series, capturing rare moments of beauty in America's rugged northwest. Explore the story behind the lens.
A major search operation is underway off Ireland's north-west coast for a missing UK navy crew member. Multiple agencies are involved in the effort. Follow for live updates.
A huge search operation is underway off Ireland's north-west coast for a missing UK Navy crew member. Read the latest on this developing story.
Olivia Laing's novel set in 1970s Italian cinema world offers glossy aesthetics but lacks substance. Explore our review of this beautifully shallow work.
Severe disruption hits one of Britain's busiest rail routes as emergency repairs continue following significant landslip in Cumbria, with passengers facing extended delays and replacement services.
Passengers face severe delays and cancellations on key West Coast Main Line services between Scotland and England following overhead wire damage near Preston.
Vladimir Putin deploys cutting-edge nuclear submarine to Cuba in calculated show of force, bringing Russian military power alarmingly close to American shores amid escalating tensions.
Emergency services respond to serious incident near Preston causing widespread cancellations and severe delays on Avanti West Coast routes with major impact on travel between Scotland and England.
Discover how philosopher Mark Rowlands presents a revolutionary perspective on eternal life through the power of memory and narrative in his compelling new work.
An incredible story of hope as a devastated dog owner is finally reunited with his beloved pet after half a decade of searching and never giving up hope.
Literary legend Salman Rushdie makes a triumphant return with 'Nine Authentic Ghost Stories', a chilling collection that marks his first foray into supernatural fiction. Discover how the Booker Prize winner reinvents ghost stories for the modern age.
Discover the haunting story of Ravenser Odd, the medieval port town that vanished into the North Sea, becoming Yorkshire's own real-life Atlantis lost to coastal erosion.
Miguel Delaney's groundbreaking book 'States of Play' has claimed the 2025 William Hill Sports Book of the Year award, exploring football's intricate relationship with geopolitics and power.
A dramatic security breach unfolded at a US Coast Guard base in California as an armed driver smashed through gates in a truck, triggering an intensive lockdown and raising serious questions about military installation security protocols.
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver delivers brutal verdict on Avanti West Coast's catering, calling train food 'so bad' and highlighting ongoing service issues on key rail route.
The vibrant Black British Book Festival celebrates its fifth anniversary at London's Barbican Centre, bringing together authors, publishers and readers for a weekend of literary discovery and cultural celebration.
Hollywood star Reese Witherspoon selects Ruth Harrow's gripping psychological thriller 'Before I Say Goodbye' for her acclaimed book club, promising readers an unforgettable emotional journey.