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£1,000 rent for a room in a Clapham shared flat

A 28-year-old tenant shares his experience of renting a room in a converted council flat in Clapham for £1,000 per month, living with his landlord who is also a friend. Discover the pros and cons of this London living arrangement.

Classic Stories Rebooted as Modern Refugee Narratives

New adaptations of A Christmas Carol and Paddington reframe these beloved tales for today's audiences, exploring themes of displacement and compassion. Discover how these stories speak to the modern refugee experience.

The Greatest Life Lessons Shared by Readers

Discover the profound and practical life lessons readers have learned, from navigating uncertainty to everyday wisdom. Share your own insights and join the conversation.

Dating app horror: Oral offer in 15 minutes

A journalist's experiment with UK dating apps reveals shocking behaviour as men offer sex within minutes. Discover why modern dating is pushing people to give up on love altogether.

Bristol couple's £1,200 rental: Mould and love

Hannah and Scott rent a £1,200 pcm flat in Bristol's Clifton. They battle mould and single glazing but love their cosy home. Discover their unique renting journey and future plans.

Only 2% of tenant complaints lead to enforcement

Exclusive data shows English councils prosecuted just 64 landlords despite 300,000 tenant complaints about unfit housing. New rights may remain 'symbolic' without proper funding.

Unusual Names: How They Shape Your Life

From Rihanna's children RZA and Riot to people named Peach and Aquaman, discover how unusual names influence identity and perception. Share your unique name story with us.

Renters' Rights Act Start Date: May 2026

The UK Government confirms the Renters' Rights Act starts May 1, 2026, ending Section 21 evictions. Discover what the new tenant protections mean for you.

Council tenants endure winter with broken windows

Enfield Council faces mounting criticism as tenants in council-owned flats suffer through broken and boarded-up windows during freezing temperatures, with repairs delayed for months.

Inside Britain's Asylum Capital: Human Stories

An immersive investigation into the UK's asylum processing hub reveals the reality of life for refugees and the communities supporting them, as political debates intensify.

UK Centenarians: Share Your Century of Wisdom

The Guardian is seeking UK centenarians to share their extraordinary life stories and unique perspectives on a century of change. If you're 100 or older, or know someone who is, we want to hear from you.

London landlord finds tenant secretly running Airbnb

A Shepherd's Bush landlord made a startling discovery when he found his property being illegally sublet on Airbnb while the tenant claimed to be working abroad. The investigation reveals how London's rental crisis is creating new challenges for property o

London landlord finds tenant's secret cannabis farm

A North London landlord uncovered his tenant's double life after finding the property abandoned and transformed into an illegal cannabis farm, sparking a police investigation and highlighting rental property risks.

This Week's Most Stunning Global Pictures Revealed

From celestial wonders to sporting triumphs and poignant human moments - explore the world through this week's most powerful photographs capturing extraordinary events across continents.

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