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Gisèle Pelicot’s daughter says she believes online pornography played role in rape case

Caroline Darian tells Hay festival that pornography websites are ‘part of the system’ of misogyny and violence

The Guardian - UK

Chris Chibnall says he ended Broadchurch because he ‘didn’t want it to become like Midsomer Murders’

TV writer was speaking at the 2025 Hay Festival of Literature and Arts

The Independent UK

Hay Festival announces final guests for The News Review panel series 2025

Sessions will feature some of the greatest minds in arts, science, politics and history

The Independent UK

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The best garden furniture for every occasion: 37 expert picks for summer

From rattan benches to vintage bistro sets and cheerful sofas, here’s the best outdoor furniture to make the most of your patio, garden or balcony

The Guardian - UK

I'm Calling It the 'Silhouette of the Season' — Shop 9 Low-Slung Outdoor Sling Chairs With High Style

Half hammock, half chair, this is *the* style of seating to have in your outdoor area this year, and we've found nine of the best to shop

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I was shocked to discover a treasure-trove of designer-look garden furniture at La Redoute on sale right now – 6 chic standouts

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KitchenAid just revealed its color of the year, and it's dividing our team – here's what we think about this unexpected 'Butter' yellow

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Don't forget the dog! Last-minute Christmas gifts for London's discerning pooches & their owners

From hand-made carriers to dog perfume and delicious treats — here’s 14 ideas that four-legged Londoners will go wild for

Evening Standard

Cliveden Literary Festival: Champagne, Chanel and Hollywood

It’s been a tough year for literary festivals, with sponsor Baillie Gifford cutting ties with Hay and Edinburgh. But in the grounds of Buckinghamshire’s Cliveden House, Will Hosie finds one that is thriving.

Evening Standard

The Ultimate Virgo Gift Guide: Best present ideas to shop

Presents for those born between August 23 and September 22

Evening Standard

Great Taste — Paris' New Atmospheric Mexican Restaurant Tio Offers a Modern Take on Latin American Style

In Paris' 8th arrondissement, the new food destination pairs designer Sophie Lacroix's craftsmanship-led, sophisticated aesthetic with a warmly suffused ambiance and equally beautiful food

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Book festivals previously sponsored by Baillie Gifford seek donations

Partnerships ended over the investment firm’s ties to fossil fuel and Israel, leaving nine book festivals including Hay, Edinburgh and Cheltenham in need of funding

The Guardian - UK

Best kitchen trolleys for portable storage to help you make the most of your space

Your solution to The Trolley Problem

Evening Standard

Meet "Butter Yellow" — The Soft, Sunny Hue That's Dominating Runways and Interiors

Fashion girlies, this one's for you. Could it be the home decor x clothing crossover of the season? Read on to find out.

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The Guardian - UK

Baillie Gifford cancels all remaining sponsorships of literary festivals

Cambridge, Stratford, Wigtown and Henley festivals say firm ended deals after protests over its links to Israel and fossil fuels

The Guardian - UK

Baillie Gifford will no longer sponsor Borders and Cheltenham literature festivals

Investment management firm’s links to Israel and fossil fuel sector put sponsorship deals under pressure

The Guardian - UK

Book festival activists are making absurd demands over Baillie Gifford

Insistence on investment purity misses the point and will only lead to a decline in arts sponsorship

The Guardian - UK

Growing sponsorship row leaves UK summer arts festivals in turmoil

Book festivals and events still sponsored by Baillie Gifford to meet investment firm amid row over funding

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The Guardian - UK

Filthy lucre is everywhere, but book festivals are an easy target for protesters’ fury

Hay and Edinburgh forgo pragmatism in turning their backs on the Baillie Gifford fund

The Guardian - UK

Men and other mammals live longer if they are castrated, says researcher

Cat Bohannon tells Hay festival audience it is not known why men go through life ‘smuggling two little death nuggets’

The Independent UK

Stephen Fry criticises MCC at Hay Festival: ‘Stinking of privilege and classism’

Actor and writer said legacy cricket club was full of ‘betroot-coloured gentlemen’

The Guardian - UK

Edinburgh international book festival ends Baillie Gifford partnership

Festival bows to pressure from authors and activists over investment firm’s links to Israel and fossil fuel companies

The Guardian - UK

Our obsession with origin is a global danger, says Jhumpa Lahiri

Flawed desire to restore authenticity and purity is fuelling right in US, India and Italy, author tells Hay festival

The Guardian - UK

News of the World paid women to sleep with celebrities, James Blunt says

Tabloid had women on payroll to get stories about people’s sexual performance, singer tells Hay festival

The Guardian - UK

Social media bosses are ‘the largest dictators’, says Nobel peace prize winner

Journalist Maria Ressa named Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk in speech at Hay literary festival in Powys

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