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Global Photos: Snow, Conflict and Tradition

From a snowy Versailles to a Kyiv funeral, see the powerful images selected by editors on Tuesday, 6th January 2026. Explore the day's visual stories from around the globe.

Grace Murray's Superb Debut 'Blank Canvas' Reviewed

Grace Murray's witty and assured debut novel, 'Blank Canvas', explores a student's life-changing lie. Read our review of this energisingly original work from a remarkable young British author.

Novelist Sara Banerji dies aged 93

Sara Banerji, the acclaimed novelist known for weaving fantasy into domestic life across 10 books, has died at 93. Discover her unique literary legacy.

Booksellers Break Reading Slump with Personal Picks

Stuck in a cycle of binge-reading and slumps from online recommendations, a self-confessed book nerd turned to real-life booksellers for help. Discover the three transformative novels that broke the drought and sparked unexpected tears.

Gramsci's Quote May Originate from Matthew Arnold

A reader's letter suggests Antonio Gramsci's famous line about a dying world may have been inspired by the English poet Matthew Arnold. Explore this literary connection and other brief letters.

Guardian's 2025 End-of-Year News Quiz

Dive into the Guardian's First Edition end-of-year quiz, testing your recall of 2025's biggest stories in politics, tech, and culture. How many questions can you answer?

Chelsea vs Villa injury news: 7 out, 2 doubts

Chelsea host in-form Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge with major injury concerns for both sides. Get the latest team news and updates ahead of the crucial Premier League fixture.

Review: Bryan Washington's 'Palaver' Novel

A review of Bryan Washington's third novel, 'Palaver', exploring a mother-son reunion in Tokyo. Discover the themes of exile, family, and queer identity in this stylish new release.

Guardian's 2025 Books Quiz: Set by Top Authors

The Guardian's annual literary quiz for 2025 is live, featuring questions from Mick Herron, Bernardine Evaristo, Ali Smith and more. Test your book knowledge now and download the app for more puzzles.

Lost Tennessee Williams radio play found, to air in 2026

A forgotten radio play by Tennessee Williams has been unearthed in a US archive. The 1953 work, 'The Eye That Saw Death,' will receive its world premiere broadcast by the BBC in 2026. Discover the story behind this remarkable literary find.

Yael van der Wouden on the Books That Shaped Her

Author Yael van der Wouden reveals the books that defined her life, from a teenage letter to Jonathan Safran Foer to finding comfort in Austen. Discover her literary influences.

Friday's Essential News Digest

Your concise briefing on today's top stories, from political developments to cultural highlights. Stay informed with our essential morning roundup.

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