Expert advice: Help your child see past a book's cover
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.
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.
A former US police officer has pleaded guilty to searching women's phones for nude images during traffic stops. He awaits sentencing in March. Read the full story.
A senior Greater Manchester Police commander admitted gross misconduct after sending explicit images to a junior officer. He retired just before a hearing that would have fired him, sparking calls for urgent disciplinary reform.
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.
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.
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.
California Democrat Brad Sherman faces backlash after being photographed looking at sexually explicit content on his iPad during a flight. Discover the full story and political fallout.
Olivia Laing's novel set in 1970s Italian cinema world offers glossy aesthetics but lacks substance. Explore our review of this beautifully shallow work.
Discover how philosopher Mark Rowlands presents a revolutionary perspective on eternal life through the power of memory and narrative in his compelling new work.
Reality star Abbie Chatfield accidentally shares explicit audio recording during podcast episode, featuring private moment with former flame Adam Hyde, leaving listeners stunned.
Actress and model Julia Fox reveals she was unaware of the social media storm surrounding her explicit scenes in 'Uncut Gems' until years later, sharing her surprising reaction to the controversy.
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.
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 shocking case emerges from Lakeland, Florida, where a care worker at a rehabilitation facility faces charges for allegedly circulating intimate photographs of residents among staff members.
Singer Lily Allen opens up about the disturbing explicit messages she receives regularly on social media and how she's fighting back against online harassment.
A prison officer has been suspended following the emergence of explicit footage showing a sex act taking place within HMP Wandsworth, sparking an urgent investigation into security breaches at the troubled facility.
David and Victoria Beckham face mixed reactions as their son Cruz, 18, releases his first single featuring adult language, marking his official entry into the music industry.
David and Victoria Beckham's son Cruz releases provocative first solo track 'Who Am I' featuring explicit lyrics about narcotics and sexual encounters, marking a dramatic departure from his famous family's polished image.
Exclusive: Glamorous sports broadcaster Yvonne Sampson reveals shocking explicit deepfake campaign designed to discredit her as AI-generated abuse escalates in Australia.
OpenAI introduces new age restrictions and content filtering for ChatGPT, creating a safer AI experience while raising questions about digital censorship.
A respected Sydney mathematics teacher faces serious criminal charges after allegedly soliciting and possessing inappropriate images of a student, sending shockwaves through the school community.
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.
Discover three extraordinary works of literary fiction that are redefining contemporary storytelling, from magical realism to raw coming-of-age tales and profound explorations of artistic legacy.
Dive into an exclusive extract from Philip Pullman's breathtaking conclusion to The Book of Dust trilogy, featuring Lyra Silvertongue's most perilous journey yet in this highly anticipated literary finale.
A long-missing 17th-century Latin book, 'Theologia Moralis,' has been miraculously recovered at Michigan State University's library after being lost for approximately 50-70 years, sparking excitement among rare book historians.
Library employees in Westminster report being threatened by managers after refusing to remove a contentious feminist book from shelves following public protests.
Discover why using explicit language in Google searches now triggers a safety filter that prevents AI-generated answers, and whether this censorship helps or hinders users.