The draw for the 2026 World Grand Prix in Hong Kong has thrown up thrilling first-round ties, including world champion Zhao Xintong against John Higgins. Discover all the key matchups and dates.
Avoid festive family arguments with our guide to the top five Christmas TV shows for 2025. From Amandaland to Colin from Accounts, find perfect viewing for all ages.
Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero skates into London's O2 Arena from Dec 26 to Jan 4. Get all essential timings, door openings, and show durations for the magical festive run.
Your full guide to the explosive Christmas storylines in EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street for 2025. Discover the secrets, violence and tragic twists planned for the festive season.
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.
Chichester Festival Youth Theatre's musical adaptation of Matt Haig's 'A Boy Called Christmas' is visually charming but let down by humdrum songs and a staid script. Runs until 31 December.
Newly revealed documents show David Norris, one of Stephen Lawrence's killers, had a violent confrontation with Manchester Arena plotter Hashem Abedi in Belmarsh Prison. Norris admitted to threats and racist abuse.
Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero skates into London's O2 Arena from 26 Dec to 4 Jan 2026. Get tickets for this magical family show featuring Moana, Encanto & more.
Discover seven brilliant but underrated TV series from 2025 that flew under the radar, from absurdist comedies to gritty dramas, perfect for your festive binge-watch.
A judge has approved almost £20m in compensation for 16 survivors of the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing who were children at the time. Read the full details of the settlement and the organisations involved.
Will it snow on Christmas Day 2025? We examine the UK forecast, the Met Office's definition, and look back at historic white Christmases, including the last widespread one in 2010.
Get the essential stage times and details for Madness's Hit Parade Tour at London's O2 Arena this Saturday, December 20. Find out when doors open and the show ends.
Madness fans can grab last-minute bargain tickets for the band's final 2025 concert at London's O2 Arena this Saturday, December 20. Prices start from £74.
Stereophonics fans have an absolute final chance to buy tickets for the band's last 2025 show at London's O2 Arena this Thursday. Resale tickets from £65 are available now.
Guardian critics reveal the top stage shows of 2025, from Stereophonic's record-breaking run to Nick Mohammed's career-best comedy and Thick & Tight's eccentric dance. Discover the must-see productions.
A wildly imaginative, Olivier-nominated spin on the Christmas classic for children, featuring sword fights, crooning mice and cheesy gags. On until 4 January in London.
Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas event near London expands its festive market this year. Enjoy free entry, Santa visits, craft stalls & zoo access. Open select dates in December.
London's 2026 music calendar is packed with stars like Lewis Capaldi, Ariana Grande, and My Chemical Romance. Discover all the confirmed dates and venues for the capital's biggest gigs.
Discover expert tips on buying the perfect real Christmas tree in the UK. Learn how prices vary by size, type, and region, and where to find the best deals from supermarkets to local growers.
Jamiroquai returns to London's O2 Arena after six years. Get the essential door, start, and finish times for their 'Heels of Steel' tour shows on December 9 and 14.
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.
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.
Viewers have expressed widespread disappointment with the 2025 festive TV line-up from major UK channels, criticising repeats and uninspiring shows. Discover the one programme getting praise.
Get all the key timings for Sabaton's The Legendary Tour at London's O2 Arena this Thursday, including door opening, start, and expected finish times.
The Guardian invites theatre lovers to share their top stage productions of 2025. Discover the standout shows that defined the year in British theatre.
Desperate fans can still secure tickets for Capital's Jingle Bell Ball this weekend. Headliners Ed Sheeran and Kylie Minogue lead a star-studded line-up at London's O2 Arena.
Wolf Alice headline The O2 Arena on December 2 & 3. Get door, start, and finish times, plus support from Bria Salmena and Sunflower Bean. Plan your night.
Noughties star Example faces backlash after telling seated fans, including a pregnant disabled woman, to stand up at a London O2 Arena concert. Read the full story and fan reactions.
The Unicorn Theatre's festive show 'How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?' delights families. Discover the magic, puppetry, and why it's a must-see this Christmas season in London.
A Hertfordshire mum reveals her 18-year method of preparing the festive feast in advance, saving three hours and £65.55. Discover her time-saving hacks for a stress-free Christmas.