Switch 2 first year disappoints, reader prefers Wii U launch
A UK gamer argues the Nintendo Switch 2's first year pales next to the Wii U's launch, praising Nintendo Land and better third-party support. Share your console launch memories.
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Why the PS6 and Next Xbox Should Be Cancelled
A veteran gamer argues the upcoming console generation is unnecessary and could harm the industry. Discover the six compelling reasons, from cost to creative stagnation.
AI Boom Could Make PlayStation & Xbox Consoles More Expensive
A severe PC memory chip shortage, driven by AI industry demand, risks pushing up prices for PlayStation and Xbox consoles and could delay next-gen launches. Read the full analysis.
American reveals hidden history in UK's royal postboxes
A Texan living in England shares fascinating secrets of British postboxes, from royal cyphers to a famous tree-wrapped pillar box in London. Discover the history on your street corner.
1928 Thames Flood: 14 Dead, Thousands Homeless
Haunting look back at the 1928 Thames flood that killed 14 and left thousands homeless. Discover the forgotten story of London's last major flood. Read more.
PlayStation 6 Predictions: Price, Games & Portable
Exclusive PS6 predictions including launch games, pricing strategy and new portable device. Get the latest insights on Sony's next-gen console expected by 2028.
New Doubts Over JMW Turner's Mother's Mental Illness
Fresh evidence questions whether JMW Turner's mother was genuinely mentally ill or simply 'difficult', after being committed to Bethlem asylum. Re-examine this art history controversy.
Xbox 360's Lasting Impact on Gaming Two Decades Later
Exploring how the Xbox 360 transformed console gaming with online multiplayer, achievements and indie games, creating Microsoft's peak moment before its current decline.
PS5 Pro £110 Off in Historic Black Friday Discount
Amazon slashes PS5 Pro price to £589.99 in unprecedented Black Friday 2025 deal. Bundle with EA Sports FC 26 available for just £569.99. Limited time offer ending December 1.
PS5 Digital Edition Drops to £289 - Lowest Price Ever
Amazon slashes PlayStation 5 Digital Edition to historic low of £289 for Black Friday. The slim console with ultra-fast SSD and ray tracing is selling fast - don't miss this record deal.
PS5 Black Friday 2025: Prices Slashed by £130+
Massive Black Friday 2025 deals hit PS5 consoles in the UK, with savings over £130. Discover the best prices on standard, digital and Pro models before stocks run out.
Xbox price rise coming soon due to component costs
Microsoft may increase Xbox Series X/S prices soon due to DRAM shortages caused by Samsung's deal with OpenAI. Get yours before Black Friday ends.
Heathrow's Forgotten Royal Mansion: Stanwell Place
Explore the forgotten history of Stanwell Place, the 17th-century mansion near Heathrow that hosted a king and D-Day planning, now left in ruins. Discover its story.
Henry Beck's 1932 Tube Map Draft Sells for £100k
Henry Beck's annotated 1932 Tube map draft, excluding New Cross Gate for being 'too small', heads to auction valued at £100k. Discover a pivotal piece of London's design history.
PS5: Best & Worst Console I've Owned - UK Review
As PS5 prices drop for Black Friday 2025, a UK gamer shares their conflicted experience with Sony's console - amazing hardware but disappointing innovation. Read the full verdict.
Famous musicians who nearly joined iconic bands
Discover how music history nearly changed forever as Morrissey almost fronted The Clash and Midge Ure was offered Queen's lead singer role. Explore these fascinating 'what if' scenarios.
Toy Story at 30: The Film That Saved Pixar
As Toy Story celebrates its 30th anniversary, discover how Pixar's groundbreaking first film revolutionised animation and saved the company from financial collapse. Explore the untold stories behind the making of this cinematic classic.
Six Essential Weekend Reads: Tech, Politics & Culture
Discover six compelling stories from The Guardian this weekend, covering tech billionaires, UK politics, food culture, historical scandals, generational workplace dynamics, and gaming nostalgia.
Elizabeth I's Bows: The Original Power Move
Discover how Queen Elizabeth I's iconic Armada portrait with its symbolic bows predates modern fashion statements by centuries. Explore this fascinating historical connection.
Lost London revealed in historic photo collection
Discover London's vanished past through 300+ historic photographs in new book 'Panoramas of Lost London', featuring never-before-seen images of the capital's dramatic transformation.
Black Friday PS5 Prices Drop to Record Lows
Black Friday 2025 sees unprecedented PlayStation 5 discounts, with PS5 Digital Edition bundles dropping below £300. Discover the best deals from Amazon, Very, and AO before stocks run out.
Steam Machine Price Will Be Higher Than Consoles
Valve reveals Steam Machine won't be subsidised, pricing it closer to gaming PCs than consoles. Expected spring 2026 release faces component cost challenges.
Award-winning author Marina Lewycka dies at 79
British-Ukrainian novelist Marina Lewycka, author of A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian, has died aged 79. Discover her remarkable journey from refugee to literary sensation.
France blocks €2m Pascal calculator export
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.
England's Perfect World Cup Qualification Record
Harry Kane's brace seals England's flawless World Cup qualification campaign as they join elite company of teams with perfect records. Discover the football history makers.
Sega Master System: Europe's 1980s Gaming Champion
Discover how Sega Master System dominated European gaming 40 years ago with superior technology and bold marketing while Nintendo focused on America. Explore its lasting legacy.
Terry Jones Biography Reveals Python's Untold Stories
Explore the extraordinary life of Monty Python's Terry Jones - historian, author and true Renaissance man. Discover never-produced Python projects in this affectionate biography.
Graham Norton Archive Season 4 Releases New Episodes
The Guardian's From the Archive returns with Season 4 featuring Graham Norton's career insights and rare audio interviews. Listen now to discover broadcasting history!
The Making of Tango's Iconic 90s Slap Ad Campaign
Discover how the controversial Tango slap ads boosted sales by 35% and became a British cultural phenomenon, despite causing real-life ear injuries. Exclusive insights from the creators.
Dr Stephen Dawson: Aids Pioneer & Sexual Health Innovator
Dr Stephen Dawson, who witnessed London's Aids crisis in the 1980s, transformed sexual healthcare in Slough. Read his remarkable story from urology to film-making.
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