Victorian children's letters to Santa uncovered
A six-year-old's 1883 letter to Santa, found in newspaper archives, shows children's festive wishes haven't changed in 140 years. Discover the origins of this UK tradition.
Category : Culture
Diddy's legal battle to ban Netflix documentary
Sean 'Diddy' Combs demands Netflix remove 'The Reckoning', a documentary detailing horrific allegations that could end his career. The series includes damning new footage.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Review – 18-Year Wait
Samus Aran returns in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Our review explores if this atmospheric, retro sci-fi adventure justifies the long wait. Read the full verdict.
Laura Jackson's Guide to Relaxed Christmas Tablescaping
Ditch the stiff etiquette and embrace playful tablescaping this Christmas. Broadcaster Laura Jackson shares her secrets for creating a warm, inviting, and memorable festive feast.
Readers' Best Photographs: A Global Snapshot
Explore a stunning collection of Guardian readers' best photographs from around the world, featuring a stylish Parisian dog, a poised pigeon in Glasgow, and the Northern Lights in Iceland. Click to see the full gallery.
South London's Model Market to reopen in spring 2026
The beloved Lewisham street food market is set to return in spring 2026 after a five-year closure. It will feature retro 1950s styling, live music, and a focus on local vendors.
Nutcracker Noir: London's Saucy Immersive Christmas Show
A sultry, immersive dining experience, The Nutcracker Noir, has opened in Shoreditch. This adult twist on the classic tale features West End performances and a decadent feast. Book tickets now.
Hitman 4 confirmed but co-op mode is priority
IO Interactive's CEO confirms Hitman 4 is in the pipeline, but fans must wait for the new co-op mode in World Of Assassination first. Get the latest on the studio's plans for 007 and Project Fantasy.
Popeyes launches supersized 'Mega Dips' in UK
Popeyes UK launches supersized 'Mega Dips', rivalling US chain Raising Cane's. The 450g sauce cups come in three flavours and have already sold 115,000 portions.
Tommy Banks' £40 Michelin-star British menu on Uber Eats
Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks launches a 'Best of British' menu on Uber Eats for just £40, reviving forgotten classics to challenge bland food stereotypes. Available in London, Manchester & Liverpool.
The Traitors Season 4 UK Return Date Confirmed
The BBC announces The Traitors Season 4 premieres January 1, 2026 on BBC One and iPlayer. Get episode dates, cast details, and Celebrity Traitors renewal news.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Review – A Divisive 7/10
After an 18-year wait, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond arrives on Nintendo Switch with baffling design choices. Our review explores why it entertains but will anger long-time fans.
I'm A Celebrity's 25-year winner streak sparks racism debate
As the 2025 I'm A Celebrity final looms, the show is set to crown its 25th consecutive white winner, igniting a fierce debate about racism and unconscious bias in British reality TV voting.
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.
Get Sienna Miller's £26 Pregnancy Glow at British Fashion Awards
Discover the exact Charlotte Tilbury products Sienna Miller used for her radiant red carpet look at the British Fashion Awards 2025. Get her flawless, glowing makeup for less.
UK Fans Desperate for Hit Series Heated Rivalry
British TV fans are devastated as the hit sports romance series Heated Rivalry remains unavailable in the UK. Find out why this 'masterpiece' has the world hooked and when it might finally arrive.
The Outsiders: A Secretly Gay Film Without Gay Characters
Francis Ford Coppola's 1983 coming-of-age drama 'The Outsiders' is re-examined as a foundational queer film, exploring its homoerotic subtext and impact on gay audiences. Discover the hidden narrative.
UK Supermarket Sorbet Taste Test Results
A blind taste test of over a dozen supermarket sorbets reveals the top picks and surprising failures. Discover which brands deliver a taste of summer and which to avoid.
Dunedin sound documentary explores Shayne Carter's legacy
A new film, Life in One Chord, chronicles the Dunedin indie scene through the memoir of Straitjacket Fits frontman Shayne Carter. Explore the triumphs and tragedies of a seminal music movement.
Tasmania's lost Aboriginal language revived after 150 years
After a 30-year labour of love, the Palawa people of Tasmania have resurrected their lost language, palawa kani. Today, children are born hearing its sounds for the first time in 150 years.
Global Photos: Fallen Sculpture, Desert Storm, Protests
The Guardian's picture editors curate powerful global images for Tuesday, 2 December 2025, from a war-damaged cemetery in Ukraine to protests in New Orleans and a military parade in Laos.
Last-Minute Jingle Bell Ball Tickets at O2 Arena
Desperate fans can still secure tickets for Capital's Jingle Bell Ball this weekend. Headliners Ed Sheeran and Kylie Minogue lead a star-studded line-up at London's O2 Arena.
Lindt's Exclusive London-Only Chocolate Bar Launches
Lindt launches an exclusive matcha & strawberry chocolate bar, available only at its London Piccadilly store. Just 200 bars will be sold this Saturday. Discover the details.
Uniqlo's 'wind-repelling' jacket now £70 in sale
Uniqlo's popular PUFFERTECH jacket, praised for blocking strong winds, is now £69.90 in the sale. Get this lightweight, stylish layer before it's gone.
Corrie fans unmask Roy's pen pal as Emmerdale villain
Coronation Street fans have cracked the identity of Roy Cropper's mysterious pen pal 'Alice', revealing a shocking link to Emmerdale's drug lord Celia Daniels ahead of the Corriedale crossover.
Jacinda Ardern Documentary Shows Human Side of Leadership
A new documentary portrait of New Zealand's former PM Jacinda Ardern reveals a vulnerable, shrewd leader. The film tracks her premiership from 2017 to 2023. Read our review.
Hillsborough: The 35-Year Fight for Justice
The long battle for truth after the Hillsborough disaster, where 97 fans were unlawfully killed. From cover-up to exoneration, we trace the painful journey for justice.
Friends Leaving Netflix UK – Where to Watch Next
Friends is leaving Netflix UK on December 30. Discover why it's going, the impact on fans, and where you can stream all ten seasons in the new year.
Peter Kay on Billy Connolly's Parkinson's health
Comedian Peter Kay reveals Sir Billy Connolly is 'not so good' 15 years after Parkinson's diagnosis. Read the latest on his health and Kay's own eating disorder battle.
Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree's Funny X Account
London's iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree now has a witty X account, delighting followers with festive jokes. Discover the story behind this quirky tradition and its 2025 switch-on date.
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