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Steven Caulker retires from football to pursue coaching
Former Tottenham, QPR and Liverpool defender Steven Caulker announces retirement after a 17-club career. The ex-England cap now focuses on coaching and mental health work. Read his full statement.
Guardian's 2025 Culture Picks: Film, TV, Music Highlights
Discover The Guardian's definitive cultural highlights of 2025, featuring the year's most groundbreaking films, must-watch TV series, and essential music releases. Explore the full list now.
Charlotte Dujardin cleared for return after horse whipping ban
Olympic champion Charlotte Dujardin is set to return to competition after serving a ban for horse whipping. The FEI Tribunal has cleared her for the Dressage World Cup. Read the full story.
SPOTY 2024: Henry's Lifetime Award & Nominees Revealed
Thierry Henry to receive Lifetime Achievement at BBC Sports Personality. Full list of nominees for World Sport Star, Team of the Year and Young SPOTY revealed.
F1 writer Gerald Donaldson dies aged 87
Renowned Formula One journalist and author Gerald Donaldson, famed for his classic driver biographies and a remarkable interview with Ayrton Senna, has passed away at 87. Discover his extraordinary life and legacy.
2025's Biggest Sporting Cheating Scandals Revealed
From AI in Go to waxed pool balls and ski suit scandals, we reveal the dark side of sport in 2025. Discover the stories the BBC won't be celebrating.
Ellie Kildunne on confidence, chaos and rugby's golden age
England rugby star Ellie Kildunne opens up about her World Cup win, ADHD, and her mission to drive women's sport forward. Discover the person behind the player.
Rugby's brain-damaged players wait five years for help
Five years after The Guardian first revealed the legal action, over 1,000 former rugby players with neurodegenerative conditions remain trapped in protracted court battles. Discover why progress has stalled.
Frazer: Mosconi Cup is 'Snooker Meets Darts'
Matchroom Multi Sport CEO Emily Frazer discusses the electric atmosphere of the 2025 Mosconi Cup, the Netflix documentary, and her vision for innovating snooker. Tune in to the team event at Ally Pally.
English Children's Activity Rises, But Gaps Remain
Sport England's survey reveals a record 3.6 million children are active for 60+ minutes daily, yet inequalities persist. Discover the data and the government's new £400m plan.
London Sports Festival 2025 Attracts Over 30,000 Participants
The Central London Alliance's 2025 Sports Festival concluded a five-month run, engaging over 30,000 people and revitalising central London's public spaces. Discover how sport drove economic recovery.
Britain's flawed sports investment model needs a rethink
Britain invests heavily in sport but treats funding as charity, not a catalyst for growth. Discover the shift needed towards sustainable clubs and unlocking £500m in unclaimed Gift Aid.
Boy with rare genetic condition finds joy in adaptive skateboarding
Lloyd Pinn, 8, with a severe disability, learns to skateboard using a custom frame in Melbourne. His story highlights true inclusion and accessible sport for all children.
Australia's Matildas crush New Zealand 5-0 in friendly
The Matildas delivered a stunning 5-0 victory against New Zealand, boosting confidence ahead of the Asian Cup. Read the full match analysis and key takeaways here.
Tech Jargon Invades Women's Basketball with Project B
Analysis of Project B's launch reveals how tech investment jargon is draining the humanity from sport. Explore the impact on women's basketball and beyond.
Budget spares horse racing but grassroots sport suffers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves exempts horse racing from betting tax hikes in the Budget, a move hailed by racing chiefs. Meanwhile, grassroots sports clubs warn of closures due to business rate changes.
Ahmedabad Vows Legacy Commonwealth Games for 2030
Ahmedabad pledges a flawless 2030 Commonwealth Games, learning from Delhi's 2010 challenges. Discover how India plans to lay foundations for the next century of sport.
Ofcom warns female stars may quit over online abuse
Ofcom warns female sports stars could leave their careers due to online misogynistic abuse. The regulator urges tech giants like X and Instagram to implement new safety measures.
UK Sport Leaders Share Budget Hopes and Fears
UK sport industry leaders reveal their Autumn Budget priorities, from major events funding to business rate relief. Discover what Chancellor Rachel Reeves must deliver.
E1 Series 2026 calendar adds Bahamas, mystery race
The E1 Series, the electric powerboat championship, unveils its 2026 calendar featuring a debut in the Bahamas and a mystery September location. Discover the full race schedule.
Tom Gauld's Cartoon on Librarians vs Booksellers
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld explores the humorous divide between librarians and booksellers in his latest Guardian cartoon. Discover the subtle battle for literary hearts and minds.
Sports Media Enters Its Most Disruptive Decade
Explore how fan demand for control and relevance is fragmenting sports broadcasting. Discover the new hybrid models and what it means for the future of live sport.
Matt Smith's Bunny Munro & Wicked Finale Lead Culture
From Matt Smith's brilliant turn in Nick Cave's The Death of Bunny Munro to Wicked: For Good's spectacular conclusion - your essential guide to this week's must-see culture.
Pope Leo XIV's Cultural Leadership in the Arts
Pope Leo XIV emerges as an unexpected patron of culture, advocating for meaningful art over algorithmic content in a historic Vatican meeting with film industry leaders.
Sailor revives traditional canoe building in New Caledonia
Activist Aile Tikoure leads project reviving indigenous Kanak maritime heritage through traditional canoe building, reconnecting communities with ocean rights and cultural identity.
Charli XCX calls pop star life 'embarrassingly stupid'
Grammy-nominated singer Charli XCX reveals the embarrassing reality of pop stardom in candid Substack post, discussing fame's paradoxes and public perception. Read her unfiltered thoughts.
YouTube's Cultural Revolution for Gen Z
Explore how YouTube transformed from video platform to cultural backdrop for millions, creating new content forms and fragmenting viewing habits across generations.
Marking Time: Nico Muhly's Brilliant Dance Night
A triumphant return for Sadler's Wells' postponed Composer series. Three choreographers respond to Nico Muhly's vivid scores in an unforgettable night of dance. Book now!
Swansea's Vibrant Beaujolais Nouveau Day Celebration
Thousands braved chilly weather to celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau Day in Swansea, a city-wide event boosting the local economy and becoming a cherished pre-Christmas tradition.
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