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.
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Diane Ladd: Hollywood's Subtle Star Power
Celebrating the remarkable career of Diane Ladd, whose sharp and subtle supporting roles illuminated cinema for decades while championing authenticity in Hollywood.
Brief Encounter at 80: Why the Romance Still Captivates
Celebrating eight decades since its release, David Lean's timeless masterpiece 'Brief Encounter' continues to define cinematic romance with its poignant tale of forbidden love and societal restraint.
Quiz Champion Studied 17 Hours Daily for Record Win
Discover how 24-year-old Emilien from France rewrote gameshow history with his extraordinary 17-hour daily study routine, winning over £270,000 and setting unprecedented records on European television.
BBC's 'Kingdom' Revolutionises Nature Filmmaking
Discover how the BBC's ambitious new natural history series 'Kingdom' is transforming wildlife documentary-making with revolutionary filming methods that reveal animal behaviour like never before.
Natural History Museum London: An Unforgettable Journey
Discover the breathtaking wonders of London's Natural History Museum - from the iconic blue whale skeleton to dinosaur fossils and geological marvels that will transport you through millions of years of Earth's history.
The Most Heart-Pounding TV Episodes Ever Made
From shocking deaths to brutal battles, discover the television episodes that left audiences breathless and emotionally drained in this definitive ranking of TV's most intense moments.
McCartney: Felt 'Dead' After Beatles Split
Music legend Sir Paul McCartney opens up about the profound emotional devastation he experienced following The Beatles' breakup, describing feeling 'dead inside' as the iconic band dissolved.
Rent Payments Now Count Toward Your Credit Score
In a major credit scoring overhaul, Experian will now include rental payment history, helping millions of UK renters build creditworthiness and access better financial products.
Peter Watkins: Cinema's Revolutionary Voice
Discover how Peter Watkins' groundbreaking films Culloden and Punishment Park challenged conventional filmmaking and created cinematic revolutions that still resonate today.
Eireann Lorsung's 'Simile': Poetry of Memory
Discover how Eireann Lorsung's latest poem 'Simile' masterfully weaves together themes of memory, relationship, and the natural world in this week's featured poetry analysis.
150-Year-Old Beer Time Capsule to Be Opened
A remarkable piece of brewing history is about to be uncorked as a beer bottle preserved since 1875 prepares to meet the modern air after a century and a half in waiting.
Mortal Kombat's Legacy Collection: Gaming History Preserved
Discover how Mortal Kombat's controversial legacy, now preserved in a new collection, forever changed video games with its brutal combat and cultural impact.
Nevada's Ghost Towns: The Ultimate Desert Road Trip
Escape the Las Vegas Strip and journey into the hauntingly beautiful ghost towns of the Nevada desert, where abandoned settlements tell stories of boom and bust.
John Irving's Queen Esther Disappoints
Acclaimed author John Irving returns with Queen Esther, but this long-awaited companion novel to The Cider House Rules disappoints with convoluted plotting and uncharacteristic flaws.
Margaret Atwood's Life Story: The Book of Lives
Literary icon Margaret Atwood's long-awaited autobiography 'The Book of Lives' delivers a breathtaking journey through her extraordinary life and career, offering unprecedented insight into the mind behind The Handmaid's Tale.
Guardian Journalist Richard Gott Dies Aged 84
The Guardian mourns the loss of Richard Gott, its former literary editor and Latin America correspondent, who has died at 84, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking journalism and historical scholarship.
London to Brighton Veteran Car Run: 7 Stunning Photos
Step back in time with our exclusive gallery showcasing the spectacular London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, where automotive history comes alive on Britain's roads
Tom Gauld's tribute to late author's desk
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld unveils a touching visual eulogy exploring the silent stories left behind on a late great author's desk in his latest Guardian cartoon.
Fiction's Most Evil Villains Revealed
A deep dive into literature's most terrifying antagonists reveals surprising insights about what makes a villain truly unforgettable and psychologically compelling.
600-Year-Old Medieval Soup Recipe From London
Discover a forgotten medieval London soup recipe that's taking food enthusiasts by storm. This hearty, historical dish from a 15th-century cookbook offers surprising health benefits and authentic Tudor flavours perfect for modern tables.
The Psychology Behind Our Love For Literary Angst
Discover why readers are increasingly drawn to emotionally challenging literature and how 'sad girl books' became a cultural phenomenon that offers catharsis and connection in turbulent times.
Why London's postboxes turned from green to red
Discover the fascinating Victorian-era story of why London's postboxes transformed from inconspicuous green to the vibrant red we know today, and the public outrage that forced the change.
Paul McCartney's Lost Years After The Beatles
Exclusive insight into McCartney's turbulent post-Beatles era and the incredible story behind Wings' legendary album 'Band on the Run'.
Russia's Stalin Memorial Sparks Fears of History Repeating
As Russia commemorates victims of Stalin's Great Terror, historians and activists warn that Putin's regime is mirroring Soviet-era tactics, raising alarming parallels with the country's darkest chapter.
London to Brighton Veteran Car Run: Historic Journey
Experience the magic of the world's longest-running motoring event as vintage vehicles from before 1905 conquer the 60-mile route from London to Brighton this November.
PIX Magazine's Lost Photos of 20th Century Australia
Step back in time through a stunning visual journey as PIX Magazine's vintage photographs reveal the untold stories of 20th century Australia, from bustling cities to remote outback communities.
Coronation Street's First Barmaid Reveals Surprising Link
Pauline McLynn shares fascinating connection between Coronation Street's original barmaid and a current Weatherfield favourite in exclusive revelation.
Girlbands Forever: BBC Celebrates Pop Icons
A nostalgic journey through the explosive era of British girl groups as BBC's new documentary reveals the raw truth behind the music, the rivalries, and the cultural revolution they sparked.
Novi Sad Remembers: Mass Gathering for Tragedy Anniversary
Serbian city of Novi Sad prepares for tense commemoration as massive crowds gather to mark the anniversary of a devastating historical tragedy that continues to shape national memory.
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