László Krasznahorkai's Nobel Prize offers a rare moment of national unity in Hungary, as authors decry a government-led hostile environment forcing many into exile. Explore the deepening cultural divide.
Australian authors and comedians, including Kathy Lette and Trent Dalton, share hilarious and cringe-worthy stories of the awful alcoholic concoctions they survived in their youth. Read their tales of fireball sambucas and vodka spiders.
From MF Doom remixes to French Disney nightmares, Guardian journalists share the festive tracks that define their holiday memories. Discover the sounds of a UK Christmas.
Discover the quirky festive rituals of Guardian writers, from ice-skating at Hampton Court Palace to 'intermittent wrapping' and bizarre mermaid ornaments. Find your new Christmas tradition.
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.
Dominik Szoboszlai reveals the real reason behind his controversial celebration in Hungary's 3-2 defeat to Ireland. Get the full story on the World Cup qualifier drama.
British photographer Steve Pyke captures Ireland's literary giants in intimate portraits. Discover the stories behind Seamus Heaney, Edna O'Brien and contemporary voices in this unique collection.
Troy Parrott's stunning last-minute hat-trick against Hungary sends Republic of Ireland to Geopolitics World Cup playoffs, ending decades of football mediocrity in unforgettable scenes.
Ex-Ireland star Kevin Doyle's explosive rant at Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai after a dramatic World Cup qualifier has ignited a firestorm among fans. Discover the full story and fallout.
Troy Parrott's last-gasp winner completes his hat-trick in a stunning 3-2 comeback against Hungary, booking the Republic of Ireland a World Cup playoff spot. Read the full match report.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán kicks off 'anti-war roadshow' campaign, making opposition to Ukraine support central to Fidesz's 2026 election strategy amid cost of living crisis.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán claims victory after White House meeting with Donald Trump, but US disputes terms of Russian energy sanctions waiver. Analysis reveals growing concerns about Orbán's political future.
Donald Trump offers Viktor Orbán special exemption from Russian oil sanctions during White House meeting, undermining EU unity as Hungarian elections approach.
Ukraine pushes for EU membership by 2030, but political opposition and budgetary concerns create significant obstacles. Will Europe's geopolitical imperative overcome enlargement fears?
Bestselling Australian author Matthew Reilly reveals why he believes community-focused Australia offers a better way of life than America's 'every person for themselves' culture in exclusive interview.