Quentin Blake and Illustrators on Children's Book Art
Quentin Blake, Axel Scheffler, Cressida Cowell, and others discuss the underestimated art of illustration, its role in storytelling, and the opening of the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration.
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Fleet Street Transformation Plans Unveiled for London Icon
Fleet Street, one of London's most historic streets, is set for a major upgrade with two design options including wider pavements, more seating, and planting. Public consultation runs until July 27.
Dartford warbler comeback 60 years after near extinction
Survey shows 44% increase in Dartford warblers on RSPB reserves, with 264 pairs counted in 2025, thanks to heathland restoration efforts.
Matthew Biggs, 'People's Gardener' and GQT Panellist, Dies at 65
Matthew Biggs, a mainstay of BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time for over 30 years and a recipient of the RHS Victoria Medal of Honour, has died aged 65.
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Art Collector's Vibrant London Home: A Symphony of Color
Ruth Evans's north London Victorian terrace bursts with color and art, reflecting her life journey. Interior designer Mika Burdett helped create a joyful, lived-in space.
Oak Apple Day: Nature's Parasitic Galls and Royal History
Explore the strange world of oak apple galls, their parasitic wasp inhabitants, and the historical significance of Oak Apple Day in Shropshire.
Cerne Abbas Giant in Ben Jennings Cartoon
Ben Jennings' cartoon humorously depicts the Cerne Abbas Giant grappling with contemporary issues like housing and climate change in a rural setting.
Whispered Wisdom: A Parent's Last Words
A poignant reflection on the final words of a dying parent, exploring their emotional impact and the lasting wisdom they impart to children.
Milan Restores Bull Mosaic's Testicles Worn by Tourists
A floor mosaic of a bull in Milan's Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is being restored after tourists' heel spins wore down its testicles, following a local tradition.
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Happy the Elephant Dies at 55 After Personhood Case
Happy, the Bronx Zoo elephant who was at the center of a landmark legal case seeking personhood rights, has been euthanized at age 55 due to age-related health issues.
British Museum Postpones Jewish Lecture Over Protests
The British Museum postponed a Jewish culture month lecture after learning that a significant proportion of registered attendees planned to disrupt the event, sparking criticism from free speech advocates and political leaders.
Climate Crisis Threatens Cerne Giant Rechalking
The Cerne Giant's restoration faces challenges from climate change, with algae dulling the chalk and intense rainfall eroding it. Volunteers adapt techniques to keep the iconic figure bright.
Europe's Oldest Forest: Perućica Guided Walk
Discover the primeval forest of Perućica, Europe's oldest, where bears, wolves, and chamois roam. A guided walk through ancient wildwood in Bosnia.
Mersea Island: Essex Escape Two Hours from London with Beach Huts
Discover Mersea Island, a tidal island off the Essex coast, just two hours from London. Enjoy sweeping beaches, pastel beach huts, world-famous oysters, and rich history.
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Peter Tolhurst obituary: conservationist and publisher dies at 81
Peter Tolhurst, conservationist and founder of Black Dog Books, who championed East Anglian literature and landscape, has died aged 81.
Corrections and Clarifications: May 27, 2026
The Guardian's corrections and clarifications for May 27, 2026, addressing errors in previous reporting and ensuring accuracy.
Global Eid al-Adha Celebrations Amid Challenges
Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Adha, with prayers in Mecca, Kashmir, and Gaza, where displacement and tent life dampen joy for many.
Aboriginal Rock Shelter Bulldozed for NSW Power Lines
An Aboriginal rock shelter was bulldozed by contractors building transmission lines for the Central-West Orana renewable energy zone, sparking outrage among Indigenous communities and calls for accountability.
Zoe Ball Weeps Over Grandmother's Mental Health History
Zoe Ball became emotional on Who Do You Think You Are? after learning about her grandmother Peggy's battle with manic-depressive psychosis and a shoplifting trial.
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Swimmers Threaten Hampstead Heath Wildlife Nesting Season
Despite bans, swimmers and dogs disrupt nesting swans and ducks at Hampstead Heath ponds during a heatwave, sparking calls for better protection.
Rock Pipit Outshines Puffins in Dorset Breeding Season
A rock pipit's stunning song flight captivates at Durlston Country Park, while puffins struggle to breed. The underdog bird steals the spotlight.
Richard Madeley Inside El Salvador's Mega-Prison Cecot
Richard Madeley visits Cecot, one of the world's most controversial prisons. Plus, Amandaland and other TV highlights.
Cockney Sikh Walking Tour Celebrates East London Diversity
Suresh Singh, known as the Cockney Sikh, leads a nostalgic walking tour of Spitalfields, highlighting its immigrant history and kindness amid far-right threats.
Lee Friedlander's Witty World: Fences and Signs
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A rare double-sided sheet from Peter Paul Rubens' Roman sketchbook, featuring a sketch and draft letter, goes on display in Antwerp, offering new insights into the baroque master.
Lord Harries Helped Turn School into Summer Haven
A letter recalls how the Rt Rev Lord Harries of Pentregarth, as Bishop of Oxford, overcame opposition to convert a former village school into a summer base for inner-city children in the late 1980s.
Giant Walnut Whip Placed on Queen Victoria Statue
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Rare Blue Moon This Week Highlights Calendar Quirks
This week's full moon on 31 May is a blue moon, the second full moon in a calendar month, highlighting how our calendar is defined by the stars rather than the moon.
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