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What to Read in 2026: Bookseller Recommendations
Discover the must-read books for 2026, featuring upcoming releases from African authors and the best of Black diaspora writing. Get expert picks from booksellers in Nigeria, Kenya, and the UK.
Rare Pink Platypus Spotted in Australian River
An angler captured footage of a remarkably light-coloured platypus, nicknamed Pinky, in a Victorian river. Experts confirm its unique but natural colouring. Watch the video.
Rare Pink Platypus Spotted in Gippsland, Victoria
A Victorian fisherman captured footage of a rare pink platypus, nicknamed Pinky. Experts confirm it's unusual but not a genetic anomaly. Discover the story and the conservation status of this iconic species.
Where to Watch London's NYE Fireworks for Free in 2025
Discover the top free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out which parks and hills offer the best views of the Thames celebration, including key travel info.
London boy with rare eye condition backs sight loss appeal
Avi Krishnan, 13, from Pinner, lives with achromatopsia and sees in shades of grey. He and his family are championing Fight for Sight's Christmas appeal for vital research funding.
Richard Osman's The Impossible Fortune Tops 2025 UK Bestsellers
Richard Osman's latest mystery leads the 2025 UK bestseller list, with fantasy, thrillers, and a surprising adult colouring book revival dominating sales. Discover the year's top titles.
Banned Books Gift Guide: 10 Titles for Curious Readers
Discover a unique holiday gift guide featuring 10 powerful books that have faced bans in the US, from Toni Morrison to Judy Blume. Support literary freedom.
NHS gene therapy funding crisis as cures cost millions
Breakthrough gene-editing treatments for rare diseases exist, but costs run to seven figures per patient. Experts warn the current market model is broken, demanding a new social contract for NHS delivery.
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.
Books for Hope in Difficult Times: Leaders' Picks
From Margaret Atwood to Dr Seuss, discover the books activists and writers turn to for wisdom, resistance, and restored faith in humanity during turbulent times.
Inside London's 'Most Christmassy Pub' The Churchill Arms
Discover why The Churchill Arms in West London is famed as the capital's most festive pub, with 55 trees and 300,000 lights attracting visitors from across the globe. See the story behind the dazzling display.
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.
Woman's life-threatening reaction to hormone pills
Emily Butler, 26, spent two weeks fighting for her life after a severe reaction to progesterone tablets triggered a rare blood condition. Discover her story and the vital warning about medication risks.
Rare Beauty's Selena's Faves: Perfect Christmas Gift
Discover why Rare Beauty's Selena's Faves gift set, featuring the viral blush and cosy fragrance, is the top Christmas beauty pick. Get the full review and alternative sets.
UK Nonfiction Book Sales Fall as Readers Turn to Escapism
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.
London's Christmas Eve forecast: Grey skies and 8C high
Londoners can expect a damp, overcast Christmas Eve with temperatures peaking at 8°C. Get the full hour-by-hour forecast for the capital's festive weather.
Top 6 Business Books of 2025 for UK Executives
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.
Tom Gauld's Best Conspiracy Books of 2025
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.
Best Books of 2025: Guardian Critics' Must-Read Picks
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.
Best Culture of the Year: Hidden Gems Not From 2025
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 Musical's London Debut & Adapting Children's Classics
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.
Best Sci-Fi Books of 2025: A Guide
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.
2025's Best Poetry Books: Forward Prize Winners & Experiments
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.
Help your child see past a book's cover, says advice columnist
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.
Best Young Adult Books of 2025 Revealed
Discover the top five Young Adult novels of 2025, featuring acclaimed authors Kate Mosse and Nathanael Lessore. Explore thrilling new worlds and compelling stories.
Top 5 Romance Books of 2025 Revealed
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.
Rare seven-arm octopus found on Scottish beach
A rare deep-sea seven-arm octopus, a creature of up to four metres, was discovered on a Scottish beach. Marine biologists hail the 'incredible find'. Read the full story.
Guardian's Top Science & Nature Books for 2025 Announced
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.
London's Hidden Christmas Market Feels Like Europe
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.
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