RARE PHOTOS: 42 - The Real Truth

Raymond Briggs’ personal library goes on sale at Oxfam

Over a thousand books from the author’s library are available at Oxfam in Hove and online.

Evening Standard · Jul 23

Quote of the day by Sumner Redstone, 'Success is not built on success. It's built on failure. It's built on frustration. Sometimes it's built on catastrophe' teaches life lesson that failure offers a powerful blueprint for lasting success

Quote of the Day by Sumner Redstone offers a realistic and empowering view of personal growth. Rather than fearing setbacks, the quote encourages us to recognize them as opportunities for learning and transformation. The timeless words of wisdom serve as an important reminder that every challenge carries the potential to…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

If You Love Netflix's 'Ransom Canyon,' Here's Your Guide to the Jodi Thomas Books That Inspired It

The Western is loosely based on a series of cowboy-romance novels.

Marie Claire · Jul 23

Florida woman finds $6 globe at Goodwill, but then a manager allegedly decides to ruin her day: ‘No, I don’t still want it!’

The globe looked like a real steal!

We Got This Covered · Jul 22

Pumping Iron author Charles Gaines who introduced Arnold Schwarzenegger to the world dead at age 84

Schwarzenegger paid tribute on social media, writing, ‘I’m lucky that he was always looking for new frontiers, because that’s how he found me and our niche sport of bodybuilding’

The Independent UK · Jul 22

Phrase of the day by Olivia Wilde, 'Power tends to get confused with repression' reveals powerful life lesson that authority alone does not define leadership, genuine power is demonstrated through integrity, fairness, compassion, and ability to help others succeed rather than limiting their potential

Phrase of the day by Olivia Wilde offers a valuable perspective in an era where leadership matters at every level of society. Whether leading a business, supporting a family, mentoring a colleague, or serving a community, the greatest influence comes not from controlling others but from earning their trust. When…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

Salman Rushdie attacker faces US terrorism trial

Hadi Matar, already serving 25 years for attempted murder, denies federal charges that could bring a life sentence

The Guardian - UK · Jul 22

The rise of the ‘hot literati’: how reading became sexy

Celebrities are hosting literary clubs and designers are launching products emblazoned with the classics – but does reading’s trendy turn have a darker side?

The Guardian - UK · Jul 22

Woman’s Scary Fixation Over Groom Takes An Unsettling Turn A Year Later: “Absolutely Unhinged”

It’s not uncommon for a woman to have an issue with her partner’s female friend. The friendship may seem harmless, but in many cases, she may be right on the money with her unsettling gut feelings. This is what a bride realized when she uncovered the disturbing obsession of her…

Bored Panda · Jul 22

Rights group urges Vietnam to release five arrested over Ho Chi Minh book

HANOI — Human ⁠Rights ⁠Watch on Wednesday called on ​Vietnam to release a former business executive and four other people ​over their roles in the ‌publication and promotion of a book about Ho Chi Minh that allegedly contained anti-state content.

Bangkok Post · Jul 22