Knausgård's New Novel Explores Ambition's Dark Side
Norwegian author Karl Ove Knausgård discusses his new London-set novel The School of Night, the Faustian cost of artistic ambition, and living with literary fallout. Discover his latest work.
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Black Ops 7 Review: Call of Duty's Weakest Entry
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 delivers disappointing campaign and lacks innovation despite robust multiplayer. Read our full review of Activision's latest shooter.
FIFA trials new video support system in Australia
FIFA's Football Video Support system launches in Australian Championship, giving coaches two challenge cards per match for key decisions. A cost-effective alternative to VAR.
The Hiding Place: Kate Mildenhall's New Thriller
Discover Kate Mildenhall's edge-of-your-seat thriller The Hiding Place, where a group of friends' rural dream turns deadly. A must-read for crime fiction fans.
Pizza Express Festive Menu Review: Cola-Ham Pizza
Our review of Pizza Express's bold new Christmas menu. The cola-glazed ham hock pizza is a surprising triumph, but not every festive gamble pays off. Discover the hits and misses.
The Dinner Party: A Formidable Debut Novel Review
Explore our review of Viola van de Sandt's visceral debut, The Dinner Party, where a tense soirée spirals into horror. A must-read for literary fiction fans.
Joe Sacco's Visual Reportage on Indian Riots
Explore Joe Sacco's masterful graphic novel on the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots, examining sectarian violence and colonial legacies in modern India. A vital work of visual journalism.
Bone Lake: Holiday Rental Horror Comedy Review
Bone Lake delivers a witty horror comedy about a romantic weekend gone wrong. This smart thriller offers fun for all viewers, not just horror fans. Available on digital platforms from 24 November.
Olga Ravn's The Wax Child: Witchcraft in Denmark
Olga Ravn's powerful new novel The Wax Child explores 17th century witchcraft in Denmark through visceral prose and female solidarity. Discover this haunting tale of everyday sorcery.
Up to 350 jobs cut at Australia's CSIRO
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 further job cuts, described as 'some of the worst cuts ever seen' for publicly funded science.
Derek Owusu's Brave New Novel on BPD
Derek Owusu's powerful new novel Borderline Fiction offers an unflinching look at living with borderline personality disorder through the eyes of a young British-Ghanaian student.
Booker Winner 'Flesh' Ignites Masculinity Debate
David Szalay's Booker-winning novel 'Flesh' sparks crucial debate about modern masculinity, toxic male behaviour, and its reflection in contemporary UK literature.
Flesh Wins Booker: Masculinity Returns to Literary Fiction
David Szalay's Booker-winning novel Flesh breaks from female-dominated literary trends, exploring masculinity through a Hungarian immigrant's journey. Discover how it challenges contemporary fiction norms.
Joe Hill's King Sorrow: A Horror Tour de Force
Joe Hill's new horror novel King Sorrow is a sprawling, genre-blending epic about college kids who summon a dragon. A fantastic read that delights in its King lineage.
Szalay's Booker Win: Flesh Explores Modern Masculinity
David Szalay discusses his Booker Prize-winning novel Flesh, exploring masculinity, sex and the immigrant experience through his morally ambiguous protagonist.
Jon Fosse's Vaim: A Strange Miracle of Literature
Explore Jon Fosse's hypnotic new novel Vaim, where a simple quest for needle and thread becomes a profound mystical journey through Norwegian seascapes and human connection.
Hatchie's 'Liquorice': Dream Pop Perfection
Australian dream pop sensation Hatchie returns with her stunning third album 'Liquorice', delivering her most confident and immersive work yet through shimmering soundscapes and emotional depth.
Andrew Pippos's Transformations: A Masterful Family Saga
Discover why Andrew Pippos's acclaimed novel 'Transformations' is being hailed as a poignant examination of Greek-Australian identity, family secrets, and the pursuit of belonging in modern Australia.
Paul Kelly's 'Seventy': A Master at 70
Australian music icon Paul Kelly celebrates his 70th birthday with 'Seventy', a deeply personal album that showcases his enduring storytelling genius and musical evolution.
Undecided Voter Mary Joe Holds Australia's Election Fate
In the battleground state of Victoria, one ordinary voter embodies the struggle of millions as political leaders scramble to win her trust before election day.
Bob Katter's 50-year political portrait unveiled
After half a century in Australian politics, maverick MP Bob Katter is immortalised in a new official portrait, capturing the essence of one of parliament's most colourful characters.
CD Rose wins 2025 Goldsmiths Prize for experimental novel
In a stunning literary upset, CD Rose's experimental novel 'The Blind Accordionist' has claimed the 2025 Goldsmiths Prize, celebrating innovation in British fiction and challenging conventional storytelling.
Eddie Perfect's Tivoli Circuit Musical Revives Vaudeville
Award-winning composer Eddie Perfect unveils his ambitious new musical exploring Australia's forgotten Tivoli Circuit vaudeville era, promising a spectacular celebration of theatrical history.
Social Media Envy Turns Dangerous in New Thriller
A chilling exploration of modern envy and revenge in the Instagram era, where curated perfection hides dangerous obsessions and simmering resentment.
Othello Review: A Modern Masterpiece at Riverside Studios
Discover how this bold new production of Othello at Hammersmith's Riverside Studios breathes fresh life into Shakespeare's classic tragedy with contemporary relevance and powerful performances.
Sara Pascoe wins Jilly Cooper Comedy Award for 'Weirdo'
Comedian and author Sara Pascoe wins the 2025 Jilly Cooper Comedy Women in Print Prize for her novel 'Weirdo', celebrating female comedic talent in literature.
Predator: Badlands Review - Elle Fanning Revitalises Franchise
The Guardian's verdict is in: Dan Trachtenberg's Predator: Badlands delivers a tense, character-driven thriller with Elle Fanning shining in a brutal survival story that reinvents the iconic franchise.
Hyrule Warriors Review: Button-Mashing Zelda Excellence
Discover why this explosive Zelda spin-off delivers the most satisfying combat in the franchise's history while staying true to its legendary roots.
Football Manager 26 Review: The Beautiful Game Perfected
Sports Interactive delivers another masterclass in football management simulation with FM26, featuring revolutionary new features that bring you closer to the beautiful game than ever before.
Danielewski's 1200-page Western 'Tom's Crossing'
The House of Leaves author breaks 13-year silence with monumental western novel exploring American frontier mythology in his signature experimental style.
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