Writers' festivals are breaking attendance records, with Auckland and Sydney seeing unprecedented crowds. Clarke Gayford explores why solitary reading is driving people to gather collectively.
Jillian Pretzel shares how she learned to stop following her father's well-meaning advice and instead trust her own instincts, leading to a happier, more authentic life.
How many Sunflowers did Van Gogh paint? National Gallery curators test your knowledge in the Art Fund museum of the year quiz.
Tom Gauld's new cartoon imagines Christopher Nolan's epic adaptation of The Odyssey, blending ancient myth with modern blockbuster tropes.
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Norland College produces elite nannies for royals, with $30k/year tuition and rigorous training. Graduate Alexandra Teasdale shares her journey.
Guardian readers recall encounters with David Hockney, from a teenage question about his paintings to his influence and a quirky fire alarm story.
Rev Michael Humphreys, a Baptist minister and pioneering researcher in adaptive thermal comfort, has died aged 89. His work challenged narrow building standards.
This week's best reads include the rise of predatory OnlyFans managers, tracing Frida Kahlo's footsteps, the death of personal taste, Jamaica's beach access crisis, fridge storage myths, and an Italian football ultra's dark story.
Five multiple-choice questions set by children to test your knowledge, plus a chance to submit your own junior brainteasers for future quizzes.
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Candice Carty-Williams discusses the success of Queenie, the painful TV adaptation process, and her upcoming sequel exploring motherhood and Black maternal healthcare.
Artist Frank Bowling, 92, discusses his happiest moments, guiltiest pleasures, and the lessons life has taught him in this candid interview.
Christopher Harry's latest cartoon humorously highlights the perils of seaside holidays, from aggressive seagulls to unpredictable weather.
Miria Kake and Luke Waaka, who met 22 years ago in New Zealand, celebrated their wedding with a sacred prayer service and a haka led by their son at Barrett Lane in Herne Hill.
From New Jersey to California, museums across the US present exhibits exploring American history, identity, and the meaning of the nation's semiquincentennial.
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Tate Modern's Frida Kahlo exhibition sells over 41,000 advance tickets, the highest in its history. The blockbuster trend resurges as museums see strong demand for major shows.
Sydney's Art Gallery of NSW presents Avatar: Forms of Vishnu, featuring hundreds of ancient and modern interpretations of the Hindu god across 15 centuries of south and south-east Asian art.
David Burke, acclaimed actor celebrated for his Shakespearean roles and portrayal of Dr. Watson, has died at 88. He leaves a legacy of stage and screen.
David Turner's 'Disability' offers a groundbreaking history that challenges perceptions and reveals the hidden stories of disabled people throughout time.
A review of Lucinda Holdforth's book 'Going On and On', which argues that longer lifespans distort democracy and generational fairness in Australia.
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Chloe Wilson's debut novel The Thornbacks is a witty, astute tale of two morticians seeking revenge, but its stretched plot and repetitive elements undermine its brilliance.
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, 52, underwent a successful lung transplant after just 12 days on the waiting list due to chronic pulmonary fibrosis.
An advice columnist offers guidance on navigating the complex emotions when your engagement triggers feelings of inadequacy in a single sibling.
Steven Spielberg confirms ET was 'a little moist but never slimy' in a viral New York Times interview, sparking debate on celebrity interviews and the quest for new anecdotes.
Challenge yourself with the Guardian's Thursday quiz, covering general knowledge and topical news in a fun trivia format.
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Twenty tapestries by Arthur Boyd, unseen for five decades, are finally revealed to the public in a new exhibition.
The rise of 'booksmaxxing' on social media has turned reading into a trendy, attractive activity, especially among Gen Z. Discover how bookish is the new hot.
Discover the best new paperbacks this June, including Ian McEwan's latest, Arundhati Roy's new novel, and Irvine Welsh's return.
Roy Hattersley bids farewell with his last column for The Guardian, reflecting on a career of political commentary filled with wit, warmth, and wisdom.
Explore the magical photography created by Yves Saint Laurent, showcasing iconic images that blend fashion and art in a unique visual journey.
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Édouard Louis's new memoir 'Collapse' explores the devastating impact of his brother's death, delving into family trauma and class struggle in contemporary France.
