Man faces jail for smuggling turtles worth $1.4 million in socks to Hong Kong

A Chinese man has admitted to smuggling around 850 protected turtles and other animals worth an estimated $1.4 million from the U.S. to Hong Kong, the Justice Department said. The…

Top 7 best books of the 20th century – two are by the same author | Books | Entertainment

The 20th century was a period of immense social, political, and cultural change, and its literature reflects this complexity with works that have shaped readers’ imaginations and worldviews for generations.…

‘Outstanding, must-read book of the year’ is bestseller period novel | Books | Entertainment

A period novel that is a number one bestseller has been dubbed “a must-read“. Penguin Random House highlighted the book in its list of “The Must-Read Books of 2025 (So…

‘Masterpiece’ Period drama based on ‘perfect’ novel available to watch | TV & Radio | Showbiz & TV

The British period drama A Room With A View is based on the novel by EM Forster and has been highly praised by fans, who will be thrilled it’s streaming…

Bookworm reads 144 titles in 2025 and lists ‘overhyped’ ones | Books | Entertainment

Books have become ‘cool’ again, thanks to BookTok and Bookstagram. But when books become hyped on social media platforms, it can leave you feeling a little down if they don’t…

I read every day — this book based on an iconic Hollywood feud is a must-read | Books | Entertainment

I’m an avid reader, and while I enjoy reading widely across many genres, I find myself repeatedly drawn to stories of complex characters navigating chaotic situations. Enter: Ella Berman’s third…

Displaced Gazans react to Netanyahu occupation plan

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing ‘What is left to occupy?’: Displaced Gazans question Netanyahu’s expansion plan 01:09 UP…

Tom Hanks says all his fans should read ‘outstanding’ 2024 book | Books | Entertainment

Tom Hanks has urged his followers to read what he calls an “outstanding” new non-fiction book from one of the world’s most widely read historians. The actor posted a photo…

Trump, Putin meeting agreed on, Kremlin says, after Trump says there’s “good chance” he’ll meet with Putin and Zelenskyy

The United States and Russia have agreed on a meeting “in the coming days” between President Trump and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin said Thursday. Putin’s foreign affairs…

Stephen King said he was ‘jealous’ he didn’t write 4 books | Books | Entertainment

Stephen King is one of the most prolific and widely read authors in modern literature. With  more than 60 novels, over 350 million books sold, and a catalogue that includes…