4 h. ago Tom’s Crossing by Mark Z Danielewski – House of Leaves author returns with a 1200

A quarter century after that landmark cult novel, this new epic has aspects of brilliance but seems designed for academic study rather than readerly enjoymentIn this moment of cultural panic about the decline of reading, it takes an enviable confidence to deliver a volume such as Tom’s Crossing. Weighing in at more than 1,200 pages of closely printed text, the novel contains, I would hazard, about half a million words – roughly two Ulysses. It’s also, for that matter, about twice the length of Danielewski’s debut, House of Leaves, which secured cult status for its author on publication 25 years ago. Tom’s Crossing is so big that when I got it out on the tube, I felt like that character on Trigger Happy TV with his enormous mobile phone. “Look,” I seemed to be telling the passengers scrolling Instagram on their devices, “I’m reading a book!”The novel is not merely long, it’s also a challenging, deliberately arcane work that insists on its own epic status, yet has at its heart a strai...

Culture

17 h. ago The potential ‘Son of Sam’ killings that still haunt the NYPD

Decades after a photographer and his girlfriend were executed in their Manhattan apartment, the case remains open – haunted by cult rumors, a missing gun and theories tied to the ‘Son of Sam’ serial slays. A former NYPD sergeant tells Andrea Cavallier what he thinks it will take to solve the cold case

Events

17 h. ago National Sandwich Day: 10 of the very best sandwich shops in London

From mortadella rolls to plump egg sandos, London has a sandwich culture to rival any in the world

Politics

19 h. ago New £160m megacity with white beaches and 24C November heat will 'rival Spain'

The ambitious megaproject, which is being built on the Mediterranean coast of Egypt, has been named the "new face" of the Egyptian Riviera - and it promises to be a year-round coastal hub

Society

19 h. ago 'Magical' new Olay cream that leaves skin 'healthier than ever' half

This powerhouse moisturiser has already earned a 4.6 rating from Boots shoppers.

Politics

20 h. ago LookFantastic's Black Friday beauty box saves shoppers £85 on haircare, perfume and more

The set includes seven cult-loved beauty products, six of which are full-sized, from brands like Iconic, The Beauty Crop and The INKEY List

Economics

23 h. ago 'Genuinely scary' movie horror fans 'should not miss' is on TV tonight

The supernatural horror film that acts as a sequel to a 1992 cult classic is available to watch on TV tonight as the Halloween blues settle in.

Events

26 h. ago Halloween rave Cream Classical lights up stunning Liverpool Cathedral

The two-night party over Friday and Saturday — called Cream Classical — is a spiritual successor to the legendary electronic and house nightclub Cream which also spawned the Creamfields Festival

Politics

27 h. ago Luke Littler rival explains why darts superstar is NOT best player in world

Luke Littler has enjoyed a sensational couple of years and deservedly sits among the best players in the world but Gary Anderson believes he’s not at the top just yet

Sport

28 h. ago David Beckham has staggering net worth but Arsenal cult hero banked 20x more

David Beckham has banked a significant amount of money from his football career and other ventures, but one of his former team-mates has earned much more

Sport

33 h. ago How to get a £16 MAC Christmas lipstick gift set for free this week

"MAC lipsticks never disappoint but, this shade is so universally flattering. Plus, the Lustreglass range is so moisturising"

Economics

40 h. ago Celtic vs Rangers chaos as star avoids red card despite kicking rival in the head

Celtic faced Rangers in the Scottish League Cup semi-final and the Old Firm derby lived up to expectations with one red card issued while one player narrowly avoided a sending off

Events

41 h. ago Obama calls Mamdani and offers to be ‘sounding board’ if he wins mayoral race

Former president also praises Mamdani’s campaign against rivals Andrew Cuomo and Curtis SliwaZohran Mamdani, who is favored to win New York City’s mayoral election on Tuesday, reportedly received a call Saturday from his fellow Democrat Barack Obama – and the former president offered to be a “sounding board” if his expected victory indeed materializes.Obama also praised the campaign Mamdani had run against his main independent rival, former New York governor Andrew Cuomo, and the Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa.Reuters contributed to this report Continue reading...

Politics

46 h. ago Darts star Gerwyn Price shows off his dramatic weight loss as Welshman fires back at rival who claimed his body transformation had 'gone too far'

Price had recently revealed that he had lost three stone over the past few months in a bid to improve his performance at the oche, but his transformation was questioned by a rival.

Events

47 h. ago Heartless mum kills daughter, 17, and son, 7, after falling for sick 'zombie' hoax

Lori Vallow Daybell killed two of her children, Tylee Ryan, 16, and Joshua 'JJ' Vallow, seven, after becoming transfixed by a chilling cult. Her crimes sent shockwaves across the country

Events

47 h. ago Zach Parker responds to Joshua Buatsi defeat after controversial scores

Joshua Buatsi was given the nod over Zach Parker despite being dominated by his light-heavyweight rival in Manchester

Sport

49 h. ago The luxury gap: Trump builds his palace as Americans face going hungry

Schmoozing the super-rich to fund a $300m ballroom while cutting food aid for those on low incomes threw the president’s architectural folly into sharp reliefIt was a feast fit for a king – and any billionaire willing to be his subject. From gold-rimmed plates on gold-patterned tablecloths decorated with gold candlestick holders, they gorged on heirloom tomato panzanella salad, beef wellington and a dessert of roasted Anjou pears, cinnamon crumble and butterscotch ice-cream.On 15 October, Donald Trump welcomed nearly 130 deep-pocketed donors, allies and representatives of major companies for a dinner at the White House to reward them for their pledged contributions to a vast new ballroom now expected to cost $300m. That the federal government had shut down two weeks earlier scarcely seemed to matter. Continue reading...

Politics

51 h. ago Jannik Sinner showed his true colours with 'Roger Federer never would' remark to rival

Jannik Sinner didn't hold back in expressing his frustration after one of his rivals made comments following his Grand Slam victory over them a few years ago

Politics

52 h. ago Can this new 'laser in a bottle' cream replace £1,000 clinic facials? Here's our verdict

Our head of beauty tries SkinCeutical's new Advanced RGN-6 Rejuvenation Cream for 10 days to test the hype

Economics

60 h. ago 'Monster' Antoine Semenyo tipped to rival Erling Haaland ahead of Man City clash

Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott reckons that 'the whole world' is witnessing the pace and power of team-mate Antoine Semenyo ahead of their clash with Manchester City on Sunday

Politics