A festive traveller's 'Christmas Market Bingo' challenge in Stockholm uncovers surprisingly cheap food and drink, with glögg and bratwurst under £4. Discover why this Swedish gem beats pricier European rivals.
A new weekly night market with live music and street food is set to launch in Leyton, East London, in February 2025. Get the details on opening times and local reaction.
Google has injected $1bn into its UK data centre subsidiary, signalling a major expansion of its British compute power. This forms part of its wider £5bn UK investment pledge.
New data reveals Croydon rents climbed 5% in the past year, outpacing London's average. Explore the rental market imbalance and see how your area compares with our interactive map.
A self-proclaimed Christmas market expert visits London's famed Southbank Winter Market and is left shocked by its small size and lack of festive stalls. Is it the most overrated in the capital?
From Google to Microsoft, companies are hiring 'storytellers' to control their narrative. Discover what this ancient role means in the modern corporate world and the salaries on offer.
UK house prices fell by 0.6% (£2,059) in the past year due to budget uncertainty. Experts predict a 2-3% rise and a return to stability in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Bath's popular Christmas market, celebrating its 25th year, is under fire for high prices and crowds. We explore the controversy and the official response. Discover if the criticism is fair.
Discover the magical Tuileries Garden Christmas Market in Paris, reachable in under 90 minutes from London. Find festive food, shopping, and romantic city lights.
Pantone's 2026 Colour of the Year is 'Cloud Dancer', a billowy white. Discover what this minimalist choice says about the zeitgeist and the mixed reactions it has sparked.
Discover the Monocle Christmas Market in Marylebone, London's most underrated festive fair featuring real reindeer and curated artisan brands on December 13-14, 2025.
Real Food Market launches festive markets at London Bridge and King's Cross stations for 2025. Find artisan food, gifts & cheer until Dec 22. Discover the details.
London's ancient Smithfield meat and Billingsgate fish markets are set to relocate to Albert Island in Docklands, promising £750m investment and 2,200 jobs for Newham. Discover the plans for their new era.
London's historic Smithfield Meat Market and Billingsgate Fish Market have a new preferred site at Albert Island in the Royal Docks. The move, planned for 2028, promises growth for traders and major redevelopment for their current central London locations
London's historic Smithfield and Billingsgate markets could relocate to a new combined site at Albert Island in the Royal Docks, promising billions in growth. Read the latest on the landmark move.
London's historic Smithfield and Billingsgate markets have a new preferred home at Albert Island in the Royal Docks, with the major relocation set for 2028. Discover the plans for this landmark move.
Discover Winchester Cathedral's magical Christmas market, named among Europe's best. With 100 Alpine chalets, it's open until Dec 22 and just an hour by train from London.
The beloved Lewisham street food market is set to return in spring 2026 after a five-year closure. It will feature retro 1950s styling, live music, and a focus on local vendors.
Discover a hidden London Christmas market that offers a magical, European-style festive experience. Find unique gifts, mulled wine, and authentic charm away from the crowds.
Discover the magic and quirks of Tallinn's Christmas market, a historic festive experience dubbed 'tacky' by locals but loved by visitors for its authentic charm.
Professor Simon Lavington, who preserved Britain's computing heritage and led youth sailing trips, has died at 85. Discover his remarkable legacy in technology and education.
Yanis Varoufakis argues Amazon's cloud dominance creates a technofeudal system. Discover how workers and activists are fighting back in the Make Amazon Pay campaign.
Hayli Gubbi volcano erupts for the first time in recorded history, sending ash 14km high and forcing major airlines to cancel flights across Asia. Stay informed.
New study reveals parking near Leicester Square Christmas market costs £56.55 for 8 hours, making it the UK's most expensive. Save money and take the tube!
Your complete guide to London Bridge's Winter by the River Christmas market for 2025. Discover opening times, new attractions, and what to expect from the festive riverside experience.
Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia erupts for first time in 12,000 years, sending ash clouds across multiple countries. Discover the geological significance.
Discover which festive markets Londoners recommend for 2025, from riverside gems to hidden local favourites. Plan your perfect Christmas market tour today!
A rare 1642 calculating machine by Blaise Pascal withdrawn from Christie's auction after French court halts export. The 'first calculator' may be classified as national treasure.
Mount Semeru volcano erupts, spewing 54,000ft ash cloud and triggering evacuations. Aviation warnings issued as pyroclastic flows continue. Stay updated.
Tehran faces an unprecedented water emergency with just 1mm of rain this year. Discover the desperate measures, from mass prayers to cloud seeding, as Iran confronts a potential capital evacuation.