Top Fiction Books of 2025 Reviewed
Explore the must-read novels of 2025, from long-awaited returns by literary giants Thomas Pynchon and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to groundbreaking debuts and powerful short story collections.
Explore the must-read novels of 2025, from long-awaited returns by literary giants Thomas Pynchon and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to groundbreaking debuts and powerful short story collections.
World-renowned architect Frank Gehry, designer of Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum, has died at 96. Discover his life and iconic, prize-winning work.
Donald Trump receives FIFA's inaugural peace award from Gianni Infantino at a lavish Washington event. Critics question the legitimacy of the prize and its timing. Read the full analysis.
Frank Gehry, the visionary architect behind the Guggenheim Bilbao and other global landmarks, has died at 96. Explore his life and revolutionary impact on architecture.
A visual journey through the past week's defining moments: Russian strikes in Ukraine, devastating Asian floods, and Trump's FIFA honour. Explore the powerful images that captured our world.
US President Donald Trump was presented with FIFA's inaugural peace award during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC. Read the full story and reaction.
Former US President Donald Trump has been honoured with FIFA's first-ever peace prize by president Gianni Infantino. Read the full story on this controversial sporting award.
Donald Trump was awarded the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize at the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC. Gianni Infantino praised the former US President's 'actions to promote peace', a claim disputed by critics. Read the full story.
Barcelona's Aitana Bonmatí cements her legendary status by becoming the first player ever to top the Guardian's 100 best female footballers list for three straight years. Discover the full rankings.
Discover the standout poetry collections of 2025, from Forward Prize winners Karen Solie and Vidyan Ravinthiran to Seamus Heaney's collected works and Simon Armitage's new verse. Explore the year's most innovative and powerful poems.
Investors have pulled over £10bn in six months, with UK-focused funds hardest hit. Analysts warn of prolonged market instability and rising gilt yields. Read the full analysis.
Sky News host Sharri Markson ranks among Sydney's most influential, beating Lord Mayor Clover Moore in the Daily Telegraph's Power 100. Discover the media moguls and political figures who made the cut.
Aitana Bonmatí tops the Guardian's 2025 list of the 100 best female footballers. See the full breakdown of 104,140 votes and discover how Arsenal's Russo and Caldentey placed.
Exclusive poll reveals nearly half of Londoners want to move out, with soaring rents and taxes hitting young people hardest. Discover the data and FTSE 100 insights.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces accusations of breaching neutrality rules as a controversial Myanmar tycoon helps shape a new peace prize, with Donald Trump tipped as the first winner. Read the full investigation.
Ghana's Ibrahim Mahama becomes the first African artist to top the ArtReview Power 100 list, marking a significant shift in the global art landscape. Discover his journey and the list's new top 10.
The Bank of England warns of rising global financial instability, with stretched equity valuations and AI bubble risks threatening a sharp correction. Read the full analysis.
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The UK stock market, long overlooked, is poised for outperformance in 2026. Discover the drivers, from FTSE 100 gains to small-cap 'gems' and new budget incentives.
A retired firefighter from Cheltenham has scooped a BMW X5 and a tax-free cash bundle worth nearly £120,000 in an online spot the ball competition. Read his heartwarming story.
The definitive Guardian ranking of the 100 best female footballers on the planet for 2025 is here. Discover who topped the list, the biggest climbers, and the stars defining the modern game.
Challenge yourself with Guardian's Genius Crossword 270 featuring modified answers and hidden quotations. Register now for a chance to win the £100 monthly prize. Deadline: 3 January.
Romanian author Mircea Cărtărescu discusses his acclaimed Blinding trilogy, communist upbringing, and Nobel Prize prospects as his work reaches UK readers.
Rebecca Lucy Taylor opens up about her solo career, mental health struggles, and why she'd bring back George Michael in this candid interview.
London's property market reacts to Autumn Budget taxes as house prices fall and major industries voice concerns. Discover the full impact on betting and housing sectors.
Ukrainian Nobel Peace Prize laureate demands any US peace agreement must hold Russia accountable for war crimes. Read the exclusive demands.
A new £15,000 fiction award and publishing deal seeks to uncover literary voices from refugee and migrant backgrounds in the UK and Ireland. Submit your work by 13 February.
Billy Porter shares details of Prince William's get-well card following his serious sepsis health scare that ended his Broadway run in Cabaret. Read the full story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her second Autumn Budget amid market jitters. The FTSE 100 climbs, but traders are placing heavy bets against the pound. Follow live updates and analysis.
NatWest, Lloyds and Barclays stocks rise as investors anticipate Rachel Reeves will spare lenders from further levy in this week's budget. Discover the market reaction.