26 New Books to Read in October: Barbara Kingsolver, Bonnie Garmus, Stephen Graham Jones and More

New York Times - Sep 28, 2026

Novels by Barbara Kingsolver, Imbolo Mbue and Stephen Graham Jones; biographies of Larry David and Frank Capra; spooky season horror; and more.

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Lightdox Acquires Rights To ‘My Home Of Wind And Sand’ Before Zurich Film Festival World Premiere

Sep 28, 2026

Lightdox Acquires Rights To ‘My Home Of Wind And Sand’ Before Zurich Film Festival World Premiere

EXCLUSIVE: Lightdox has acquired world sales rights to the documentary My Home of Wind and Sand ahead of its world premiere Tuesday at the Zurich Film Festival. Filmmaker Patrick Wally spent over a decade on his film, a portrait of women’s rights, human rights and climate activist Najla Mohamed Lamin, who was born in a […]

Angela Scanlon takes over Sara Cox's drivetime slot on Radio 2

Sep 28, 2026

Angela Scanlon takes over Sara Cox's drivetime slot on Radio 2

The station also announces a new presenter for its country show after Bob Harris's departure.

Can I get AI face? Plastic surgeons say AI-generated inspiration is more than meets the eye

Sep 28, 2026

Can I get AI face? Plastic surgeons say AI-generated inspiration is more than meets the eye

Some plastic surgeons in Canada and elsewhere say they're seeing more people coming in for consultations with AI-modified images of themselves, seeking cosmetic procedures that work that will mirror AI-generated outcomes that may not even be achievable.

Alcohol is Canada’s biggest drug problem. So why aren’t people getting help?

Sep 28, 2026

Alcohol is Canada’s biggest drug problem. So why aren’t people getting help?

Research shows alcohol causes more harm overall than any other drug in Canada. Some doctors and other advocates say people struggling with alcohol aren’t getting treatment options that are backed by science.

Hong Kong art space Para Site to leave its Quarry Bay home of 11 years and go nomadic

Sep 28, 2026

Hong Kong art space Para Site to leave its Quarry Bay home of 11 years and go nomadic

After months of speculation, the independent, non-profit art institution Para Site – which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year – has formally announced its departure from Quarry Bay on Hong Kong Island, where it has been based for more than a decade. It will be adopting a fully nomadic model as a response to the evolving arts ecosystem, says its executive director, James Taylor-Foster, who joined Para Site in March. “When Para Site moved into Quarry Bay in 2015, it was a completely...

Raye scores new milestone with 'WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!' track

Sep 28, 2026

Raye scores new milestone with 'WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!' track

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Where is Meghan Markle? Duchess' missing piece of the pie leaks

Sep 28, 2026

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Where is Meghan Markle? Duchess’ missing piece of the pie leaksAll is not as it seems with Meghan’s retreat from the public eye and the truth might shock her fans because rumour has it, the real reason isn’t her children, or their assimilation into British life. The previous...

Taylor Swift breaks record for most MTV VMAs as Madonna also wins

Sep 28, 2026

Taylor Swift breaks record for most MTV VMAs as Madonna also wins

Swift took home the big award for video of the year on a night when the original Queen of Pop performed.

The best of Britain's farmers' markets: From creamy Cornish cheeses to artisanal breads in Wales and Aberdeen Angus beef

Sep 28, 2026

The best of Britain's farmers' markets: From creamy Cornish cheeses to artisanal breads in Wales and Aberdeen Angus beef

Whether you're after an artisanal cheese, fresh herbs or honey from local bees, these are the best farmers' markets across Britain for enjoying the nation's top-tier fresh produce.

I Know You're Too Afraid To Admit Your Dream Vacation, So Just Click On 11 Photos, And I'll Reveal It For You!

Sep 28, 2026

I Know You're Too Afraid To Admit Your Dream Vacation, So Just Click On 11 Photos, And I'll Reveal It For You!

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Taylor Swift debuts 'Patient Zero' music video with dark twist

Sep 28, 2026

Taylor Swift debuts 'Patient Zero' music video with dark twist

Taylor Swift debuts ‘Patient Zero’ music video with dark twistTaylor Swift has unveiled the music video for her new song Patient Zero, one of the tracks that is part of her extended album The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore.The video, premiered at the MTV Music Video Awards Sunday after...

50 Cent breaks silence after Jazzma Kendrick accuses Rick Ross of physical abuse

Sep 28, 2026

50 Cent breaks silence after Jazzma Kendrick accuses Rick Ross of physical abuse

50 Cent breaks silence after Jazzma Kendrick accuses Rick Ross of physical abuse50 Cent is breaking his silence after model Jazzma Kendrick accused Rick Ross of physically abusing her."This punk put his hands on baby girl, he stressed that album didn't sell. I'd laugh at him, but domestic violence...

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