Officials urge revellers to avoid Tower Bridge and other central London bridges for the New Year's Eve fireworks due to poor visibility and safety concerns. Find the best viewing alternatives here.
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.
London's New Year's Eve fireworks face a drizzly forecast. Discover if the iconic display will be cancelled and see the full weather outlook for the capital's celebrations.
The Met Office predicts a damp New Year's Eve in London, with light rain from 7pm continuing into New Year's Day. Plan your celebrations accordingly.
Skip the crowds on the Thames. Discover seven fantastic alternative New Year's Eve events in London, from supper clubs to silent discos, for a memorable 2026.
Tributes are paid to Patricia Robson, a dedicated teacher, published poet, and passionate Remainer, who has died aged 83. Discover her remarkable legacy in education and the arts.
Sales of nonfiction books in the UK have sharply declined, with readers seeking refuge in fiction and podcasts. Industry experts cite world fatigue and a demand for escapism.
The closure of Winstone Pulp's mills in Ruapehu, New Zealand, has led to over 230 job losses, forcing families to move and raising fears of a 'hollowing out' of rural regions. Read the full story.
Ronan Keating headlines a 90s-fuelled BBC New Year's Eve special, reuniting with Boyzone bandmates. Featuring Louise Redknapp, Calum Scott & Shona McGarty. Tune in on BBC One.
Discover London's best New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations. From a silent disco at The Anthologist to a masquerade in The Gherkin, find your perfect party to ring in the new year.
Discover the City Editor's top six business books for 2025, featuring exposés on Big Tech, globalisation risks, and building a better economic future. Perfect for the high-flying executive in your life.
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.
A new Netflix documentary chronicles The New Yorker's 100-year history, exploring its iconic covers, legendary writers, and cultural impact. Discover the story behind the magazine.
Discover the standout films, books, and music from past years that captivated UK audiences in 2025. Our critics reveal their favourite hidden gems.
Dog Man: The Musical is set for its London debut at the Southbank Centre next summer. We explore how theatre makers successfully adapt beloved children's books for the stage, from The Gruffalo to My Neighbour Totoro.
Plan your 2026 celebration with our guide to the London New Year's Day Parade. Discover the start time, route from Green Park to Westminster, and ticket info for the free January 1st event.
Discover the top five science fiction novels of 2025, featuring climate crisis masterpieces, cyberpunk adventures, and mind-bending alien encounters. Explore these groundbreaking stories today.
Discover the standout poetry collections of 2025, from Forward Prize winners Karen Solie and Vidyan Ravinthiran to Seamus Heaney's collected works and Simon Armitage's new verse. Explore the year's most innovative and powerful poems.
Your essential guide to December's streaming highlights, including Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Fallout season 2, and classic film anniversaries. Plan your viewing now.
An advice columnist offers creative solutions for parents whose voracious young readers dismiss books based on cover art. Learn how to turn a fixation into a deeper engagement with literature.
New York-inspired pizzeria Alley Cats is opening a new two-floor restaurant on Portobello Road in February 2026, featuring a slice hatch and outdoor terrace. Discover the latest addition to London's pizza scene.
Discover the top five Young Adult novels of 2025, featuring acclaimed authors Kate Mosse and Nathanael Lessore. Explore thrilling new worlds and compelling stories.
Discover the Guardian's top romance picks for 2025, featuring witty wedding dramas, literary love affairs, and surprisingly sexy takes on Brexit. Find your next favourite read.
IKEA's long-awaited first New Zealand store is now open in Auckland. The massive 34,000 sq m outlet promises affordable furniture and Swedish meatballs. Discover what it means for Kiwi shoppers.
Discover the must-read science and nature books of 2025, featuring expert picks from Sadiah Qureshi, Robert Macfarlane, and Eric Topol. Explore the titles shaping our understanding of the world.
Explore the year's standout history and politics books, from Middle East revolutions and brutalist architecture to the Tory implosion and Starmer's rise. Discover essential reads.
The New England Patriots clinched a nail-biting 27-24 victory over the New York Giants in a thrilling Monday Night Football clash. Read the full match report and analysis.
Discover the top five food books of 2025, featuring Palestinian cuisine, baking for mental health, and secrets from Indian kitchens. Find your next culinary inspiration.
Discover the top five translated novels of 2025, featuring Nobel laureate Han Kang's latest, a Nazi-era film epic, a Scandinavian septology, and vital stories from Iraq. Explore global literature.