A 13-year-old girl was dragged into a KFC toilet in Paris and gang raped by four men. The suspects, aged 18-24, were arrested and face up to 20 years in prison. Read the latest on this horrific attack and the wider issue of sexual violence in France.
Spotify Wrapped's new feature calculates your 'listening age' based on your habits. The Guardian wants to hear how your music taste has evolved. Share your story anonymously.
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.
An employment tribunal has dismissed an engineer's discrimination claims against Leonardo UK over its transgender toilet policy. The case follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling on the meaning of 'sex'.
YouTube has launched its first personalised 'Recap' for UK users, revealing your top videos, channels, and a viewing personality type. Discover the 2025 trends and how to find yours.
Lidl unveils 'Lidl Wrapped' festive wrapping paper, showcasing the top products bought in 10 UK cities. Free gift-wrapping stations open from 4th-17th December.
Amazon's Cyber Monday sale slashes a 48-pack of 4-ply quilted toilet roll to £19.15, reviving memories of 2020's bulk-buying frenzy. Shippers praise its softness and durability.
New research shows 50% of under-35s monitor investments daily, with many prioritising long-term growth over holidays and dining out. Discover how investing habits are changing.
Former Lioness Alex Scott reveals secret jungle tension over a 'national treasure's' toilet habits after her I'm A Celebrity eviction. Get the full story.
Wey Valley Academy in Weymouth has taken down all toilet mirrors after reporting congestion and behaviour issues. Parents express outrage over the controversial decision.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld brilliantly captures the modern dilemma of online book shopping versus traditional bookstores in his latest Guardian cartoon. Discover the witty observations!
Acclaimed author Tessa Hadley shares her reading journey from childhood favourites to discovering Anita Brookner and Tolstoy's timeless wisdom. Discover her literary influences.
A 69-year-old man fought off a bear in a public toilet in Japan, amid a record surge in bear attacks. Discover the causes and the government's response.
Discover how one couple bridges the digital gap: she's read 57 books, he's binge-watched Selling Sunset. Their secret? Listening and enjoying their differences. Read their story.
New research reveals 83% of Brits have tightened their budgets, saving £1,411 annually. Discover how households are adapting to the cost of living crisis.
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.
Westminster Council plans to convert Broadwick Street's former public toilet, once labelled the UK's top cottaging spot, into retail or café space despite local opposition over toilet provision.
Explore how modern eating creates sensory disengagement and discover practical ways to restore our vital connection to food for better health and wellbeing.
Discover how reading fiction enhances empathy and cognitive function. Expert tips to rediscover reading for pleasure in a distracted world. Start your journey today!
New research reveals a generational dining divide: 90% of Gen Z enjoy communal restaurant tables versus just 60% of boomers. Discover why shared meals boost happiness and life satisfaction.
Ubisoft forecasts lower UK sales as players focus on fewer games for longer. Read the full analysis of the shifting gaming landscape and its impact.
PETA UK's provocative 2025 Christmas advert shows a family dinner turning into a bloodbath to highlight animal slaughter. The campaign aims to make viewers reconsider their festive meals.
Discover six compelling Guardian stories exploring unusual names, football friendships, European health habits and romance scams. Perfect weekend reading for curious minds.
A journalist investigates what your favourite UK coffee shop chain reveals about your personality. From Starbucks to Gail's, discover the hidden social codes of Britain's caffeine culture.
Discover why readers are increasingly drawn to emotionally challenging literature and how 'sad girl books' became a cultural phenomenon that offers catharsis and connection in turbulent times.
New data reveals Australians are fundamentally changing their spending patterns - drinking less alcohol, forgoing flu vaccinations, and switching to supermarket home brands amid economic pressures.
New research uncovers the ideal voice message duration that keeps listeners engaged, and reveals why 4 in 5 Brits abandon lengthy audio notes.
New research exposes a dramatic decline in recreational reading among secondary school students, with screen time and academic pressure threatening literacy development.
New research reveals body hair preferences are becoming a surprising source of tension in British relationships, with grooming habits causing more arguments than you might expect.
New research reveals body hair preferences are becoming a surprising source of conflict for couples, with shaving habits causing more arguments than you might expect.