ECB investigates Ben Duckett video from Ashes tour
Cricket authorities are investigating a viral video appearing to show England's Ben Duckett intoxicated during the Ashes series in Australia. Get the latest on the inquiry and team conduct.
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England Investigate Ashes 'Stag-Do' Drinking Culture
Rob Key confirms investigation into claims England players drank 'excessively' during Ashes tour after 3-0 series defeat. Full details on the scandal and its impact.
How Australia Won the Ashes in Just 11 Days
Australia retained the Ashes after a decisive victory in the Adelaide Test, leaving England with serious questions. Listen to the Full Story podcast analysis.
Key to investigate England Ashes drinking reports
England cricket chief Rob Key has defended the team's mid-Ashes trip to Noosa but will investigate claims of excessive drinking. The team director insists the break was needed amidst a gruelling schedule.
UK Alcohol Consumption at Record Low, Survey Shows
New data reveals UK adult alcohol consumption has fallen to a record low of 10.2 drinks a week. A Drinkaware survey shows 73% plan to moderate over Christmas. Discover the trends and tips for a balanced festive season.
What I learned from eight sober Christmases
A writer reflects on eight alcohol-free festive seasons, offering wisdom on navigating Christmas Day stress, the benefits of sobriety, and finding alternative pleasures. Discover a fresh perspective on holiday celebrations.
Guardian's 2025 Culture Picks: Film, TV, Music Highlights
Discover The Guardian's definitive cultural highlights of 2025, featuring the year's most groundbreaking films, must-watch TV series, and essential music releases. Explore the full list now.
Eat Cheese Before Drinking to Prevent Hangovers
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.
Bradman's 1936 Ashes comeback from 2-0 down
Relive Don Bradman's legendary 1936-37 Ashes fightback, where his tactical genius and a record 270 turned the series. Could England ever mirror this historic feat?
Tunbridge Wells water plant had 2024 health risk notice
A Kent water treatment works that failed, cutting off tens of thousands, was warned over contamination risks. The boil notice lasts 10 days. Read the latest.
Ashes Weekly: Australia's Brisbane Strategy
The latest Ashes Weekly podcast analyses Australia's plans for Brisbane, key player updates, and the series outlook. Listen now for expert cricket insights.
UK Christmas Culture Guide 2024: Top Events
Discover the best UK cultural events this Christmas season. From theatre shows and film releases to music concerts and art exhibitions, our guide has everything you need for a festive cultural feast.
Pearly Kings & Queens: 150 Years of London Charity
Discover how London's iconic Pearly Kings and Queens are celebrating their 150th anniversary while maintaining their vital charity work and traditions for future generations.
Can England's 2005 Ashes spirit inspire 2025 win?
As England face Ashes defeat, we examine the compelling parallels with their legendary 2005 comeback. Can hyper-aggressive cricket and symbolic blows turn the tide?
Beth Howard's pie empire built from burnout and grief
Cookbook author Beth Howard left tech burnout to master pie-making, becoming Hollywood's baker and creating documentary Pieowa about pie's unifying power. Discover her inspiring story.
Modern Thanksgiving: Tradition and Meaning in the UK
Explore how Thanksgiving resonates in the UK, balancing commercial cynicism with genuine connection through food and tradition. Discover why this American holiday matters.
Fail Watching: Gen Z's Workplace Schadenfreude
34% of Gen Z admit to 'fail watching' - secretly enjoying colleagues' mistakes. Experts reveal why competitive job markets and social media fuel this workplace phenomenon.
How snacks conquered Britain's restaurants
Discover how creative snack menus are transforming dining experiences across UK restaurants, from cheese puffs to tuna eclairs. Explore this delicious trend today!
NBA Dress Code's 20-Year Fashion Revolution
How the NBA's controversial 2005 dress code sparked a global fashion revolution rather than suppressing player expression. Discover the journey from protest to runway.
BBC grilled over leaked memo in Commons committee
BBC executives face tough questioning from MPs about leaked internal memo that prompted senior resignations. Read the full investigation into the corporation's impartiality crisis.
LA's First Bakery Half-Marathon Walk Succeeds
Los Angeles' inaugural bakery half-marathon walk brought together 50 participants for a 7-hour pastry crawl through Pasadena and Highland Park, combating loneliness through community.
Travis Head's Epic 123 Guides Australia to Ashes Win
Travis Head's barnstorming 123 from 83 balls led Australia to a stunning first Test victory against England. Does his innings rank among the greatest Ashes knocks ever?
Tom Gauld's Cartoon on Librarians vs Booksellers
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld explores the humorous divide between librarians and booksellers in his latest Guardian cartoon. Discover the subtle battle for literary hearts and minds.
Gallus in Weegieland Review: Glasgow Theatre Success
Read our review of Gallus in Weegieland at Glasgow's Tron Theatre - a vibrant celebration of Glasgow culture and humour that's captivating audiences.
Matt Smith's Bunny Munro & Wicked Finale Lead Culture
From Matt Smith's brilliant turn in Nick Cave's The Death of Bunny Munro to Wicked: For Good's spectacular conclusion - your essential guide to this week's must-see culture.
Pope Leo XIV's Cultural Leadership in the Arts
Pope Leo XIV emerges as an unexpected patron of culture, advocating for meaningful art over algorithmic content in a historic Vatican meeting with film industry leaders.
Sailor revives traditional canoe building in New Caledonia
Activist Aile Tikoure leads project reviving indigenous Kanak maritime heritage through traditional canoe building, reconnecting communities with ocean rights and cultural identity.
Charli XCX calls pop star life 'embarrassingly stupid'
Grammy-nominated singer Charli XCX reveals the embarrassing reality of pop stardom in candid Substack post, discussing fame's paradoxes and public perception. Read her unfiltered thoughts.
YouTube's Cultural Revolution for Gen Z
Explore how YouTube transformed from video platform to cultural backdrop for millions, creating new content forms and fragmenting viewing habits across generations.
Westminster pub licence review after pavement complaints
The Walkers of Whitehall faces licence review after residents complain about drinkers occupying wrong pavement, urinating and causing noise near Trafalgar Square.
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