Happy birthday to Harry Potter actor Christian Coulson, who turns 25 today.

First Lady and former librarian Laura Bush mentions her love of the Potter books. Thanks to the many TLC readers who pointed this out to us.

The German translation of Order of the Phoenix has gone to press. Thanks to Heather for the link.

This article on the good luck charms of actors and actresses makes mention of Julie Walters – and her rather strange good luck piece. Thanks to Maryanne for the link!

In an article from the Washington Post, a quote from J.K. Rowling is used to help explain an interesting term. Thanks to our many TLC readers who sent us this link!

Our favorite author has pledged that her next Potter book be printed on either recycled or ancient forest-friendly paper. Thanks to Patricia and Holly for the link!

Gloucester Cathedral has installed security cameras, hoping in the future to catch the (I’m thinking of a word I probably shouldn’t use here – use your imagination) who have nothing better to do with their time but vandalize 900 year old churches. Thanks to Cressida for the link.

A Connecticut gym teacher has developed a new form of quidditch for his muggle students. Thanks, Holly!

From CBBC Newsround: The actor who plays Professor Dumbledore in the third Harry Potter film, Sir Michael Gambon, has revealed that his new fans won’t leave him alone. Sir Michael said all the attention has changed his life a fair bit, especially since lots of kids have worked out where he lives.

The award-winning Silver Chips school newspaper in Maryland profiled Harry Potter fanfic writers from among the student body, saying: Die-hard sports fans paint their stomachs blue. Groupies scream their lungs out and flash the camera at rock concerts. On the other hand, fan fiction enthusiasts, another brand of obsessed fanatics, slip past unnoticed by the …read more!