Josh Cavallo, the first openly gay top-flight footballer, alleges 'internal homophobia' at Adelaide United sidelined him. The club strongly denies the claims. Read his full statement and the club's response.
The HBO Max series 'Heated Rivalry' has caused a major shortage of its source novels in Australia, with booksellers comparing demand to 'Bridgerton'. Discover the details of the publishing rush.
Sky Atlantic's queer romance 'Heated Rivalry' packs in constant sex scenes between ice hockey rivals, but critics say more character development was needed. Read our full review.
Alyssa Moore and Jacob Randell's romance blossomed in secret on tour with Gravity & Other Myths. Discover how a shared love of condiments and a spooky Paris bridge led to their 'moment they knew'.
Explore how literary giants like Orwell, Atwood, and Philip K. Dick foresaw our present reality of mass surveillance, 'MAGA', and digital kipple. What can we learn from their prophetic visions?
Sky Atlantic's 'Heated Rivalry' serves a steamy, queer love story set in the macho world of ice hockey. Discover why this Canadian import is more than just a sports bodice-ripper.
A UK journalist compares Rachel Reid's 'Heated Rivalry' book to its TV adaptation, revealing why the novel offers deeper character insight and a richer story. Discover the key differences and where to stream.
Discover your 2026 love life tarot horoscope. Kerry King reveals the three-card forecast for each zodiac sign, from fiery Aries to dreamy Pisces. Read your romantic destiny now.
Explore our roundup of the latest must-read science fiction, fantasy and horror novels, including a serial killer thriller, Cornish folk horror, and a centenary collection from Brian Aldiss.
Discover how a new generation of readers, connected online, is transforming the UK's literary scene with romance and 'romantasy' novels, creating vibrant communities and events.
A worrying trend sees schools abandoning full novels for excerpts, risking students' academic and personal development. Discover the causes and why we must act to restore a love of reading.
My Chemical Romance announce 2026 UK stadium tour. Fans can secure tickets from just £46 on resale sites for Wembley, Liverpool & Glasgow dates. Act now for the best deals.
Our review of the 2025 TV phenomenon 'Heated Rivalry' cuts through the hype. Is the steamy ice hockey romance worth the buzz? Stream on Sky and NOW from January 10, 2026.
Andrew Ngeh and Kath Oliver's love story began while volunteering in the South Pacific. From a paddleboard kiss to surviving a cyclone, discover their decade-long journey to marriage and parenthood.
As Brisbane prepares for the 2032 Olympics, historians highlight the suburb of Herston's origins in a secret 19th-century gay relationship between Queensland's first premier and his attorney general.
Marty Mar, 45, shares his story of a lavender marriage with wife Brandi. They live as a family without intimacy, prioritising their daughter and shared life. Discover their unconventional love story.
Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies has gone public with his new partner, 27-year-old model Oliver Cole. The couple shared a Christmas selfie, with friends saying they are 'very much on the same wavelength'.
A chance encounter at a Cologne gay club in 2014 led to a surreal morning after on a rural llama farm, highlighting the priceless value of non-judgmental friends. Read the full story.
A look ahead at the biggest fiction releases for 2026, featuring major new works from Maggie O'Farrell, Julian Barnes, George Saunders, and many more. Discover the essential books to pre-order now.
Discover the most anticipated books of 2026. Get ready for new novels from George Saunders, Ali Smith, and Douglas Stuart, plus major memoirs and stunning debuts.
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Discover the most anticipated debut novels of 2026, featuring a Pulitzer finalist's first novel, a surreal prison tale, and a tradwife influencer sent to 1805. Pre-order these exciting new voices now.
Romance fiction sales have surged to a record £69m in the UK, doubling in the US. Discover why this genre, from Emily Henry to 'romantasy', offers vital connection in turbulent times.
Mark Acklom, a serial conman who posed as an MI6 agent, has been ordered to repay £125,000 to his victim. Discover the full story of this complex romance fraud case.
Daniel Wood shares his emotional journey to becoming a single, gay father through adoption, culminating in his first magical Christmas with his 18-month-old son. Read his inspiring story.
Beatriz Bernal's pioneering 1545 knight's tale, the first Spanish novel by a woman, is reborn in an illustrated adaptation. Discover the strong female characters that predate Don Quixote.
Notorious fraudster Mark Acklom, who posed as a banker and MI6 agent, has been ordered to pay his victim £125,000 after a five-year court battle. Read the full story.
Notorious fraudster Mark Acklom, who posed as a banker and spy, must pay £125k compensation after a five-year court battle. Read the full story of the devastating romance scam.
A man branded Britain's worst romance fraudster has been jailed for 17 years for scamming five divorced mothers out of nearly £1 million. Read the shocking details of his gambling-fuelled crimes.
Rosa von Praunheim, the provocative German film-maker whose 1971 film sparked a 'Stonewall moment', has died aged 83, days after marrying his partner. Read about his legacy.