Sagacious Life, a promising four-year-old, heads to Sha Tin's Leighton Handicap as a key prep for the Four-Year-Old Classic Series. With Zac Purton aboard, he's the one to beat. Read the full preview.
Pavyllon London unveils the capital's first Michelin-starred breakfast tasting menu from 10 January. The five-course weekend experience, priced at £70, redefines morning dining in Mayfair.
A visual journey across the globe on New Year's Eve 2025, from Germany's Four Hills tournament to a poignant Sydney tribute and centuries-old Romanian rituals. See the day's most powerful images.
Copper Street Capital's One Four Nine fund reduced its annual loss to £1.4m as parent company enters exclusive sale negotiations. Discover the latest on this London investment story.
A father-of-four tragically choked to death during a hotel's watermelon eating competition in Brazil. Read the full story and the family's call for accountability.
Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel forecasts a fifth or sixth-place finish for his former club this season. Read his verdict and analysis from other pundits on United's campaign.
Transform your leftover Brussels sprouts and potatoes into a delicious bubble and squeak breakfast. This easy 5-ingredient recipe takes just 15 minutes to make. Perfect for Boxing Day!
Escape the festive bustle with a serene Boxing Day walk in Waterlow Park, Highgate. Discover its 26-acre historic gardens, wildlife, and stunning views across London. Plan your visit today.
Police were called to Mill Lane in Witham, Essex, after a man's body was discovered. Officers confirm the death is not suspicious and next of kin are informed.
A travel journalist's stay at Four Seasons resorts in Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh set an impossibly high bar for luxury, service, and experience, making every other hotel pale in comparison.
Local Government Secretary Steve Reed warns English councils that adopting a four-day week may be seen as a sign of failure. Read the full story on the government's stance.
A 79-year-old man has died after being hit by a car on Rayners Lane in Pinner. Police are urging witnesses to come forward as the investigation continues.
An 88-year-old woman was seriously injured in a South London e-bike hit-and-run on Rye Lane, Peckham. Police are appealing for witnesses after the cyclist fled the scene.
A 27-year-old woman suffered a head injury after being assaulted and robbed in Ravensbourne Park, Lewisham. Police seek witnesses. Call 101 with info quoting CAD1564/20DEC25.
Pastry chef Matt Adlard reveals his simple hack for perfect homemade mince pies using only four store-bought items. Get his top tips for festive baking success.
Mark Newnham's progressive galloper Invincible Ibis steps up to a mile for the first time this Saturday at Sha Tin. Can he stake his claim for the Four-Year-Old Classic Series? Read our full preview.
PPE Medpro, the company connected to ex-Tory peer Michelle Mone, has been wound up. It owes the UK government £148m for supplying unusable PPE during the Covid pandemic. Read the full story.
A doctor reveals a simple food hack to reduce hangover risk this Christmas party season. Discover why cheese could be your best pre-drink defence and what to eat the morning after.
Capital Breakfast host Jordan North's company reserves surge past £1m. Discover how the radio presenter's fortunes changed after replacing Roman Kemp.
A man has been found dead at an address in Greenford, Ealing. Three people are in custody as police treat the death as unexpected. Read the latest.
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park, set to open near Bedford in 2031, has been approved. The £50bn project promises 28,000 jobs and will transform the region's economy. Discover the plans and local reaction.
A mother vows never to return to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland after a disastrous visit where Santa's elves turned her child away. Read her story of overcrowding and disappointment.
A Maryland woman with stage four cancer faces a desperate battle as her federal worker husband is forced back to the office, threatening their healthcare and livelihood. Read her story.
Guardian readers propose a 10-day working week, critique US actions in Venezuela, and share witty life stages in this week's eclectic letters section. Read the full debate.
The City of London Corporation has approved over £151 million to refurbish its housing estates. The 10-year plan aims to tackle issues like damp, mould, and disrepair in homes across the capital.
A devastating fire at a popular nightclub in Goa has claimed at least 25 lives, including tourists. The blaze broke out around midnight at the Birch by Romeo Lane venue in Arpora. Read the latest updates on this tragedy.
An 81-year-old woman died after a hit-and-run in Liverpool. Police appeal for driver and dashcam footage. Call 0151 777 5747 with information.
A new documentary reveals the intimate life of Nick Cave through the eyes of his closest friends. Discover the moving portrait of the music icon's journey, from tragedy to creative rebirth.
A man in his 50s was found dead in Haverhill, Suffolk, after being shot with a crossbow. A 61-year-old woman known to him has been arrested and bailed. Police are appealing for information.
Several children injured after a double-decker school bus struck a bridge in Coppull, Lancashire. Eight treated for minor injuries. Full details on the incident and response.