Libraries remove books including David McKee's Three Monsters and Fungus The Bogeyman by Raymond Briggs after a single complaint as experts warn of creeping censorship

Experts have warned of creeping censorship after more than 12 books were removed following complaints about their content or because libraries considered them offensive.

British Netflix climbing star Nirmal Purja furiously denies 'heinous' claims that he performed a sex act in front of Finnish beauty queen mountaineer after pulling off her shirt and shorts in Nepalese hotel

Nirmal 'Nimsdai' Purja, who garnered fame following a 2021 Netflix documentary on his record-breaking climbs, faced allegations by former Miss Finland and climber Lotta Hintsa

Real target of Hackney shooting says he wishes he had been shot in the head instead of little girl still fighting for her life in hospital

The real target of the Hackney shooting has said he wished he had been shot in the head instead of the little girl who is still desperately fighting for her life in hospital.

UK's 'slug invasion': Pesky slugs and snails are awash in sodden gardens and stripping plants bare after weeks of downpours - as expert reveals how frogs and toads can help

The damp summer showers are likely to only bring more annoyance to the nation's gardeners - as the rain provides the perfect breeding conditions for gastropods.

Father Ted creator Graham Linehan blasts 'satirists' for 'not being brave enough to lance the trans boil' - as he insists his gender-critical views have been 'proved f***ing right'

The Father Ted co-creator, who has become a vocal critic of trans ideology and activism in recent years, vowed not to change his views.

Alex Scott reveals the reason she kept relationship with Jess Glynne a secret is because they 'knew they had something special' as she makes rare comments on their relationship

Alex Scott has revealed she kept her relationship with Jess Glynne a secret for over a year because they both knew their love was special. 

'This could have happened to any of us': Growing terror of watch dealers after Richmond £2.8m jewellery raid saw two thugs put 'traumatised' salesman Oliver White in chokehold before he took his own life

Oliver White (pictured), 27, died at his family home in Shepperton, Surrey, just a day after two unarmed thieves entered the 247 Kettles store in affluent Richmond.

Girl, nine, fighting for her life after Hackney restaurant shooting was 'on half-term holiday visiting family' before she was shot in the head by motorbike hitman amid 'rivalry between Turkish and Kurdish gangs'

The child, who was caught up in the suspected gangland shooting while having dinner with her family in east London last Wednesday, is said to be 'improving'.

Scaffolding and a skip are sighted at tatty Windsor Royal Lodge - as Prince Andrew's unusual lease rules are revealed and Charles 'threatens to sever ties' if his brother doesn't move to Frogmore Cottage

The Duke of York's home is currently in a sad state of neglect - with moss growing on the plush mansion's exterior and paint peeling from the walls in sheets.

Prince Andrew must repaint Windsor Royal Lodge with two coats of paint every five years - as Charles 'threatens to sever ties' if Duke refuses to move out

The disgraced Duke of York was due to have been completed last year, but photos of the building show brickwork exposed under peeling paintwork on the royal estate.

Legendary riddle of China's lost prince could finally be solved after 2,000 years thanks to 'mindblowing' discovery: Coffin found close to Terracotta Army tomb could contain first emperor's son

Fifty years since the discovery of the terracotta warriors British-Chinese filmmakers have received unprecedented access to explore the excavation of a new chamber

King Charles 'threatens to sever all ties with Prince Andrew' if the disgraced duke continues to refuse to leave the Royal Lodge for new home in Frogmore Cottage

Prince Andrew, who no longer has official duties after being forced to quit over the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, shares the 30-room, £30million mansion with his ex-wife Sarah, Duchess of York.

Netflix CEO reveals surprising secret behind Baby Reindeer's global success - as stalker series is set to become the streaming giant's most popular show of all time

When asked about the show's immense acclaim recently, Netflix's CEO Ted Sarandos didn't highlight the shocking story, clever script, or impressive acting.

The 12 jurors who will decide Trump's fate: What we know about the panel that will determine if he is guilty or not guilty

Twelve Manhattan residents have Donald Trump 's fate in their hands as the historic hush money case against the ex-president now heads to jury deliberations.

Dating guru Matthew Hussey reveals the two red flags that you really should be worried about in a relationship - and says they form a 'dark pairing'

US-based Matthew Hussey, the leading dating coach with over 3 million subscribers on YouTube , has warned that there are two glaring red flags to look out for if you want to avoid heartache

Is My Lady Jane the new Bridgerton? New Amazon series is set to be a an 'epic tale of fantasy, comedy and rompy-pompy' where the 'damsel in distress saves herself'

Set in an alt-fantasy Tudor world, My Lady Jane, available from June 27, is a radical retelling of English royal history, which completely reimagines the life of Tudor queen Lady Jane Grey.

Is My Lady Jane the new Bridgerton? New Amazon series that's a radical feminist retelling of Tudor history is set to be a an 'epic tale of fantasy, comedy and rompy-pompy' where the 'damsel in distress saves herself'

Set in an alt-fantasy Tudor world, My Lady Jane, available from June 27, is a radical retelling of English royal history, which completely reimagines the life of Tudor queen Lady Jane Grey.

Adrian Dunbar, 65, admits the Line of Duty cast are desperate for a new series and points out 'I don't want to be playing Ted Hastings with a Zimmer frame'

The actor, 65, played Ted Hastings in the BBC police drama which ended in 2021 after six series .

Emily Ratajkowski showcases her cleavage and toned midriff in skimpy bikini and racing jacket as she attends the F1 Grand Prix in Monaco

The model, 32, ensured all eyes were on her as she donned a minuscule bikini top that barely contained her ample assets.

Adrian Dunbar, 65, admits that the Line of Duty cast are desperate for a new series as he points out 'I don't want to be playing Ted Hastings with a Zimmer frame'

The actor, 65, played Ted Hastings in the BBC police drama which ended in 2021 after six series .

Shocking reason why NYC hotel rooms have gotten so expensive - with average room now costing $300 a night

As families worldwide plan their summer vacations, the average hotel room in New York City is now over $300 a night, because so many of them have had to take up business as shelters for migrants.