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Inside Harry Potter's magical world - and how it nearly didn't happen 25 years ago

We look back at the how J.K. Rowling's schoolboy wizard Harry Potter has generated millions of pounds and become a worldwide phenomenon in the 25 years since the first book was released in 1997

Daily Mirror

Harry Potter was the last great pre-internet phenomenon

Bookshops opening at midnight, fevered anticipation, reading parties – JK Rowling’s novels showed us what cultural obsession could look like in an age before on-demand. We’ll never see its like again, says Jessie Thompson

The Independent UK

Harry Potter superfans reveal how books cast a spell on them ahead of 25th anniversary

JK Rowling's Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, and fans have reminisced on what the novel means to them

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Dublin Quidditch team hosting open recruitment in Fairview Park this weekend

Dublin Draiochta Dragons Quidditch team is looking for new members this weekend in Fairview Park

Dublin Live

London’s most popular Harry Potter books ahead of 25th anniversary of Philosopher’s Stone

London’s most popular Harry Potter books have been revealed...

Evening Standard

Best LEGO sets for adults to get building in 2022

Get the creative juices flowing with these iconic building blocks

Evening Standard

JK Rowling falls victim to ‘distasteful’ prank by Russians impersonating Ukraine’s Zelensky

Russian duo have previously pranked Sir Elton John and former US president George W Bush

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J.K. Rowling Fully Fkn Fell For Russian Prank Callers Pretending To Be The Ukrainian President

They got her ass for nearly 13 minutes.

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J.K. Rowling bamboozled by Russians

Comedians Vovan and Lexus held Rowling on Zoom for 12 minutes as she attempted to discuss her charity work

Salon

What the cast of legendary Glasgow drama Tutti Frutti are up to now

Since the Majestics performed their last gig, some of the cast of Tutti Frutti have gone on to achieve worldwide recognition - while others have hung up their acting hat.

Glasgow Live

Permanent addition to Harry Potter tour with Chamber of Secrets greenhouse

Forthcoming attractions include an expansion of the exterior backlot, with a version of the Weasley's Burrow

Wales Online

Zelenskiy: Ordinary Ukrainians resisting Russia's invasion are my role models

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday his role models were ordinary Ukrainians who resisted invading Russian forces and he compared Russia to the fictional arch-villain Lord Voldemort in the 'Harry Potter' books.

Reuters

First edition Harry Potter book signed by JK Rowling set to sell for record £150k

Sisters Jenny and Lucy are selling the treasured hardback copy which has been in storage since 1997 and was a gift from the now-famous author

Chronicle Live

First edition Harry Potter book signed by JK Rowling to sell for record £150k

Sisters Jenny and Lucy are selling the treasured hardback copy which has been in storage since 1997 and was a gift from the now-famous author

Wales Online

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The Guardian - UK

‘There was practically a riot at King’s Cross’: an oral history of Harry Potter at 25

Secrecy, stunts and subterfuge: publishers and collaborators reveal the magic that went into creating a children’s classic 25 years ago

The Street

Universal Studios Has Huge Harry Potter News

As an entirely new theme park takes shape in Florida, the role of the Harry Potter franchise in the new facility is drawing a lot of attention.

The Guardian - UK

Harry Potter publisher Bloomsbury reports record sales amid reading boom

People who turned to books during Covid lockdowns continuing to buy them, company says

Evening Standard

The Cambridges do Windsor — inside the royal family’s big move

Kate and William are decamping to the burbs and leaving their live-in staff behind. From their new social set to schools for the children, Luciana Bellini presents a guide to their new area

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Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh author JK Rowling pops in on book group that 'share her gender views'

The Harry Potter author promised to attend JKR's Barmy Book Army after the woman behind it, book club organiser Woman for Women, revealed she'd walked out on her own reading club.

Edinburgh Live

Harry Potter star admits she struggled to get a job after filming ended

The talented actress was forced to pivot after her role as Lavander Brown in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, and is now a successful author and comedian

Edinburgh Live

Harry Potter star 'still relies on wizarding treats' as he recovers from West End run

Actor Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter film franchise, is recovering in bed after a long run of shows at the Criterion Theatre in London.

The Independent UK

JK Rowling’s Harry Potter play faces backlash for Pride Month tweet

‘Harry Potter and the Read The F***ing Room,’ one response read

Daily Mirror

JK Rowling heavily criticised after her Harry Potter play sent out Pride Month message

JK Rowling has been lambasted on social media for her stance on women’s rights, and has been targeted by activists who have accused her of making transphobic comments

Edinburgh Live

Rough Guides name Edinburgh one of the best places in the world to go with kids in 2022

The trusted travel brand has praised Edinburgh as an excellent destination when travelling with youngsters, not least thanks to the capital's local festival culture.

Edinburgh Live

Harry Potter star wishes on-screen dad happy birthday with sweet comic-con photo

Tom Felton, who played handsome villain Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter film franchise, took to social media to wish his on-screen dad Lucius a wizardly wonderful birthday.

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