Malorie Blackman, the author of the “Noughts and Crosses” series, is appointed a dame in the King’s Birthday Honours, recognising her services to literature. Both outlets report the same honour, placing the recognition within the annual honours programme associated with the King’s Birthday. Blackman is widely known for writing books for young readers, including works that explore themes such as identity and division through its characters and storylines. The reports focus on the fact of her elevation and do not add additional details about the specific designation beyond her being made a dame. Overall, the coverage is consistent: Blackman receives a formal honour in the King’s Birthday Honours for contributions to literature.