Karen Carney wins Strictly Come Dancing 2025
Football legend Karen Carney and pro Carlos Gu lift the Glitter Ball trophy in a tear-jerking Strictly final, marking a historic first for the show. Get the full story and reactions.
Football legend Karen Carney and pro Carlos Gu lift the Glitter Ball trophy in a tear-jerking Strictly final, marking a historic first for the show. Get the full story and reactions.
Zoe Ball sidestepped questions about her future as a 10-strong Strictly Come Dancing presenter shortlist is revealed. Could she replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman?
Take on The Guardian's festive cartoon challenge. Can you identify 20 famous faces from 2025's news in Stephen Collins' latest illustration? Find the answers and relive the year's biggest moments.
Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have announced their departure from Strictly Come Dancing after 21 years. Find out who the bookies' favourite is to take over the iconic BBC show.
From global conflict and climate disasters to sporting glory and papal change, view the powerful photographs that captured a tumultuous 2025. See the year's defining moments.
Think you know your African football? Take our challenging Africa Cup of Nations quiz and test your knowledge on AFCON 2025 hosts, history, and legends. Can you score full marks?
Discover the definitive list of the 20 best video games released in 2025, from blockbuster RPGs to innovative indie gems. Find your next favourite game now.
The First Dog on the Moon Institute delivers its annual, bitingly satirical Christmas message for 2025, offering a unique perspective on the year's events. Read the full cartoon commentary.
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.
GameCentral readers discuss the contenders for 2025's second-best video game, from Silksong to Hades 2, while grappling with industry issues like Steam's 19,000 releases and Metroid Prime 4's flaws.
A bizarre children's TV segment about clothes shopping became an unlikely cultural touchstone in 2025, sparking nostalgia and viral debate. Discover the story behind the year's most unexpected trend.
The lost 1985 Christmas special of The Cannon and Ball Show is set to air on That's TV for the first time in four decades, bringing festive cheer and classic comedy back to UK screens.
As Parliament closes for 2025, the 'Politics at Sam and Anne's' podcast reflects on a tumultuous year, rating which politicians can look forward to 2026. Listen now.
Chris Woodgate from Leicester wins a £120,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith and £45,000 in cash in a BOTB competition after playing for a decade. He now faces a life-changing choice.
The BBC Sports Personality of the Year shortlist is packed with champions. From England's Euro-winning heroines to a darts prodigy and an F1 world champion, we analyse each contender's claim to the trophy.
BBC's Belfast-set police drama Blue Lights ranks No. 5 in the best TV shows of 2025. Discover why its procedural tension and Troubles legacy make it a must-watch.
First Dog on the Moon recounts the painful moment a cricket ball smashed into their face, blending humour with a stark lesson in physics and safety. Read the full story.
The Guardian is asking readers to name their best film of 2025. Share your favourite thriller, comedy or horror anonymously via our secure form. Tell us now!
Lady Gaga's sixth album 'Mayhem' marks a triumphant return to her operatic electroclash roots, securing the No. 5 spot in the year's best albums. Discover the review.
Cartoonist Tom Gauld reveals his illustrated guide to the most intriguing conspiracy theory books of 2025. Discover the must-read titles and hidden narratives shaping this year's literary underground.
Discover the must-read titles of 2025, from new novels by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Ian McEwan to memoirs and prize-winning non-fiction. Browse the full list now.
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.
Lady Gaga brought her chaotic 'Mayhem Ball' tour to Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, delivering a two-hour spectacle of avant-garde fashion, theatrical performance, and pop anthems. Read our full review.
Don't miss the last posting dates for Christmas 2025. Get the final deadlines for Royal Mail, Evri, DPD, Parcelforce and major retailers to ensure gifts arrive on time.
Your complete guide to Capital FM's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 at The O2 Arena. Get set times, ticket info, and how to watch Ed Sheeran and Kylie Minogue live.
A London construction worker is in shock after winning a brand-new £47,000 Cupra Terramar in an online spot-the-ball competition. After two years of playing, Amaniel Haile was surprised at work by BOTB. Read his incredible story.
Matchroom Multi Sport CEO Emily Frazer discusses the electric atmosphere of the 2025 Mosconi Cup, the Netflix documentary, and her vision for innovating snooker. Tune in to the team event at Ally Pally.
Don't miss Ed Sheeran, Raye and more at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 this weekend. Here's your complete guide to watching the live stream from London's O2 Arena.
Explore the standout memoirs and biographies of 2025, featuring Margaret Atwood, Anthony Hopkins, and political insights from Nicola Sturgeon and Jacinda Ardern. Discover your next great read.
Steve Smith reveals why he's wearing anti-glare tape under his eyes for the Ashes day-night Test. Discover the science and the Shivnarine Chanderpaul advice behind his unique look.