Guardian Readers' Top Films of 2025 Revealed
Discover the definitive list of the best films of 2025, as voted for by Guardian readers. From sci-fi epics to intimate dramas, see which movies captivated audiences this year.
Discover the definitive list of the best films of 2025, as voted for by Guardian readers. From sci-fi epics to intimate dramas, see which movies captivated audiences this year.
As 2025 ends, we examine which of Baba Vanga's prophecies came true, from natural disasters to AI, and which fell short. Discover the mystic's track record.
The Guardian's annual Christmas cartoon challenge by Stephen Collins is back. Can you identify the 20 figures who defined the news in 2025? Test your knowledge now.
The Guardian's video review captures a pivotal year of global upheaval and resilience. Discover the stories that defined 2025 through powerful visual journalism.
Discover the Guardian's definitive guide to the best music, film and television of 2025, as chosen by top critics. Listen to the full Today in Focus podcast episode for all the highlights.
After winning the Masters to complete his career Grand Slam and leading Europe to Ryder Cup glory, Rory McIlroy is the overwhelming favourite for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award. Vote now!
Discover the five must-read romance novels of 2025, featuring acclaimed authors Ali Hazelwood and Bolu Babalola. Find your next favourite love story here.
Discover the best books of 2025, from Booker Prize winners to captivating memoirs. Our critic picks 15 essential reads to end your year. Start your reading list now!
Iconic US author Fran Lebowitz shares her unfiltered views on leaf blowers, dinner parties, contemporary novels and why she's sure she has nemeses 'by the dozen' in this exclusive interview.
Discover the year's standout fiction from Belfast sagas to ecological epics. Find your perfect Christmas read among these critically acclaimed novels.
Discover three reissued crime classics from the Mail Bookshop. From a 1950s English village poisoning to a railway heist and a Maigret medical mystery. Dive into these gripping whodunits today!
Discover the best new children's and YA books for Christmas. From festive picture books to gripping YA thrillers, our roundup has something for every young reader. Start your literary adventure today!
Leading creators boycott Angoulême festival as French government withdraws funding over management crisis and rape complaint scandal. Discover the future of Europe's premier comics event.
Discover this week's top crime fiction including a Cornish locked-room mystery and a chilling AI thriller. Perfect for fans of suspense and clever plotting.
Discover this month's hottest book releases featuring Margaret Atwood's new short story collection, gripping thrillers, and extraordinary literary fiction that will dominate your reading list.
Discover the perfect literary companions for the festive season with our curated selection of Christmas books for adults, from heartwarming romances to chilling thrillers.
Get an exclusive first look at the John Lewis Christmas 2025 advert strategy. Discover what magical themes and emotional storytelling the retail giant is planning for next year's highly anticipated festive campaign.
Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Escape into these five gripping novels that promise to hook you from the very first page. From psychological thrillers to historical fiction, these unputdownable reads will transform your reading habits.
Discover the latest page-turning mysteries from literary giants including Reese Witherspoon's 'Gone for Good' adaptation and Frederick Forsyth's return to form in this week's must-read book review.
Beloved children's author Jacqueline Wilson reveals her unexpected venture into writing adult romance novels with explicit content, leaving former child readers stunned by the dramatic genre shift.
New research reveals how novels and literary fiction provide unique insights into understanding the psychological drivers behind radicalisation and political extremism.
Discover the best new picture books and novels for children and teens this autumn. From magical adventures to heartfelt stories, find your child's next favourite read in our expert roundup.
Dive into our compelling review of Mary Jane Riley's gripping crime thriller where past sins refuse to stay buried and a seaside club's dark history threatens to destroy lives decades later.
Discover the groundbreaking debut novels taking the literary world by storm - from Anika Jade Levy's exploration of online radicalisation to Perrine Tripier's magical realism masterpiece.
The literary estates of Agatha Christie approve new official novels featuring beloved detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, continuing their crime-solving legacies for modern audiences.
Your complete guide to the 2025 daylight saving time change in the UK - including exact dates, why we change our clocks, and the ongoing debate about scrapping the practice.
Discover terrifying new horror novels that will keep you reading through the night, from supernatural thrillers to psychological masterpieces perfect for horror enthusiasts.
Romance novelist Colleen Hoover shocks literary world by cancelling all upcoming appearances following intense social media criticism and fan concerns about her mental wellbeing.
New analysis reveals how Austen's classic novels subtly exposed the brutal realities of 19th century life, from poverty and social injustice to psychological turmoil beneath the polished surface.