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‘I will see you in the parking lot after this’: when book clubs get dramatic

Book clubs can be fun, fulfilling and interesting – but many members have seen a meeting or group go down in flamesFor four years, Laura has been in a book club with other young mothers from her church. You might be picturing a docile scene of women drinking sweet tea – they live in the US south – and discussing a life-affirming family novel or chaste romance.But you probably didn’t account for werewolf smut. Continue reading...

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Esther Rantzen: from That’s Life! to Childline – in pictures

The celebrated broadcaster and campaigner for consumer and children’s rights has died at the age of 86. We look back at her long life and career• Esther Rantzen, TV presenter and Childline founder, dies aged 86• From Childline to changing TV for ever: Esther Rantzen’s revolutionary life Continue reading...

‘12 weeks and SO disgusted by my dog’: what happens when you’re pregnant and can’t stand your pet?

There may be almost no research on pet aversion during and post-pregnancy, but it may not be particularly rareAbout three weeks into her first pregnancy, Sylvia Luu began to loathe the smell of her border collie mix, Ranger.Luu could hardly be in the same room as Ranger without becoming nauseous. His drool repulsed her, and she found the smell of his fur so disgusting she wore a nose plug all day. Continue reading...

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MTV VMAs 2026 red carpet: Taylor Swift, Charli xcx, Troye Sivan and more – in pictures

At this year’s Video Music Awards, pop’s biggest stars opted for gaudy and extravagant fashion, with plenty of fur, feathers and big silhouettesMTV VMAs 2026: Taylor Swift and Madonna win at awards dominated by female artistsMTV VMAs: full list of winners Continue reading...

The 20th Asian Games, from Nagoya, Japan – in pictures

The 20th Asian Games are on in Japan’s Aichi Prefecture and the city of Nagoya, from 19 September to 4 October. About 11,000 athletes from 45 countries are competing across 43 sports Continue reading...