Charity shop shuts after shocking fly-tipping incident
A North London charity shop was forced to close after a mountain of dirty pans and soiled clothes was fly-tipped outside. St Luke's Hospice in Harrow issues a desperate plea to donors.
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70 butchered geese dumped in Norfolk roadside
A second illegal dumping of slaughtered geese in Norfolk sparks a public health alert. Authorities warn the meat may be unsafe and are appealing for information.
Camden festive bin collection changes and tree rules
Camden Council announces revised waste collection dates over Christmas and New Year 2025/26, plus details on Christmas tree recycling points and disposal rules to avoid fines.
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.
Environment Agency 'failed' to tell Lords about illegal waste
Peers express alarm after Environment Agency bosses omitted three large-scale illegal waste sites from evidence. The sites include a 25,000-tonne dump in Wigan and a river-polluting site in Oxfordshire. Read the full investigation.
Barney Dinosaur caught fly-tipping on Southend CCTV
CCTV captures a person in a purple dinosaur costume illegally dumping rubbish in Southend-on-Sea, sparking online amusement and debate over new bin collection rules. Read the full story.
Oxford's Word of the Year 2025 is 'Rage Bait'
Oxford University Press names 'rage bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a tripling in use. Discover how this term defines online manipulation and our digital humanity.
New York Mayor-Elect's Arsenal Fandom Signals US Football Shift
The reaction of New York's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to a message from Arsenal legend Ian Wright highlights how football in the US has evolved from niche interest to a shared, cross-cultural phenomenon. Discover the changing landscape.
Rushdie on Kirk Murder and Surviving Assassination Attempt
Sir Salman Rushdie speaks to Sky News, linking Charlie Kirk's killing to America's gun culture and reflecting on his own 2022 stabbing. The author also shares his sceptical views on AI in creative writing.
Rushdie Links Kirk Murder to US Gun Culture
Sir Salman Rushdie tells Sky News the assassination of activist Charlie Kirk stems from America's pervasive gun culture. The author, a survivor of a 2022 stabbing, also shares his views on AI and creativity.
Cornish Language Granted Equal Status to Welsh and Gaelic
The Cornish language, Kernewek, has been submitted for the highest level of protection under the European Charter. Discover how this historic move will impact education, law, and culture in Cornwall.
Gomeroi woman's journey to revive Indigenous language
Ella Archibald-Binge travels to her grandfather's country in NSW to explore how language, culture, and country intersect for Gomeroi people reclaiming their heritage.
Irish Pub Crisis: 2,100 Closures Since 2005
New academic studies reveal Ireland's iconic pubs are vanishing, threatening community cohesion. Discover why this cultural cornerstone is disappearing and what it means for Irish society.
Fran Lebowitz's Hilarious Takes on Modern Life
Acclaimed author Fran Lebowitz shares her unfiltered opinions on everything from leaf blowers and hiking to dinner parties and contemporary novels in this exclusive interview.
Entertainment Guide: Sydney Sweeney, Sabaton & Neil Young
Discover what's on this week, from Sydney Sweeney's boxing biopic Christy to Sabaton's arena tour and a Neil Young album reissue. Your complete guide to UK culture.
David Young, linguistics author and Welsh lover, dies at 94
Remembering David Young, the linguistics scholar whose grammar books are used worldwide and whose passion for Wales defined his long retirement in Usk. Discover his remarkable life and legacy.
UK Christmas Culture Guide 2024: Top Events
Discover the best UK cultural events this Christmas season. From theatre shows and film releases to music concerts and art exhibitions, our guide has everything you need for a festive cultural feast.
Pearly Kings & Queens: 150 Years of London Charity
Discover how London's iconic Pearly Kings and Queens are celebrating their 150th anniversary while maintaining their vital charity work and traditions for future generations.
Beth Howard's pie empire built from burnout and grief
Cookbook author Beth Howard left tech burnout to master pie-making, becoming Hollywood's baker and creating documentary Pieowa about pie's unifying power. Discover her inspiring story.
Modern Thanksgiving: Tradition and Meaning in the UK
Explore how Thanksgiving resonates in the UK, balancing commercial cynicism with genuine connection through food and tradition. Discover why this American holiday matters.
Fail Watching: Gen Z's Workplace Schadenfreude
34% of Gen Z admit to 'fail watching' - secretly enjoying colleagues' mistakes. Experts reveal why competitive job markets and social media fuel this workplace phenomenon.
Arrest over 150m illegal waste mountain in Kidlington
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre-long illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read the latest on the Environment Agency's investigation.
Hounslow mum fined £1000 for envelope fly-tipping
A single mother and NHS nurse faces a £1000 fine from Hounslow Council for placing an envelope near full bins. Critics call the penalty excessive and demand cancellation.
How snacks conquered Britain's restaurants
Discover how creative snack menus are transforming dining experiences across UK restaurants, from cheese puffs to tuna eclairs. Explore this delicious trend today!
NBA Dress Code's 20-Year Fashion Revolution
How the NBA's controversial 2005 dress code sparked a global fashion revolution rather than suppressing player expression. Discover the journey from protest to runway.
BBC grilled over leaked memo in Commons committee
BBC executives face tough questioning from MPs about leaked internal memo that prompted senior resignations. Read the full investigation into the corporation's impartiality crisis.
LA's First Bakery Half-Marathon Walk Succeeds
Los Angeles' inaugural bakery half-marathon walk brought together 50 participants for a 7-hour pastry crawl through Pasadena and Highland Park, combating loneliness through community.
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.
Gallus in Weegieland Review: Glasgow Theatre Success
Read our review of Gallus in Weegieland at Glasgow's Tron Theatre - a vibrant celebration of Glasgow culture and humour that's captivating audiences.
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.
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