New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
We blind-tasted Prosecco from eight major UK supermarkets. The champion, costing less than Aldi's offering, scored 4.5/5. Discover the best budget fizz for your next celebration.
Spain's €22.4bn wine industry urgently needs 22,600 young recruits as rural depopulation and climate change threaten its future. Discover the fight to save a centuries-old tradition.
Discover the top wine subscription services in the US for 2025. Our guide compares tasting clubs, organic options, and curated deliveries to find your perfect match. Explore now!
A respected Oregon vineyard manager is fighting deportation to Mexico after two decades in the US. His case highlights ongoing immigration policy tensions. Read the full story.
Experts reveal the crucial error that sets festive stains like red wine and gravy. Learn the correct cold-water first method to save your party outfits this season.
New research reveals amateur wine reviewers often have misplaced confidence. Discover the 'U-shaped' journey from novice to expert and learn how to taste wine properly.
A plumbing expert warns UK households to keep Baileys, mulled wine and coffee away from drains this Christmas to prevent catastrophic blockages and costly repairs.
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
A US emergency physician warns a common post-party chore risks serious hand injuries. Discover the safer alternative to avoid a trip to A&E this festive season.
Our reporter tries Marks & Spencer's new 2025 rosé mulled wine. Discover the surprising first taste and whether this 'high street first' is worth £6. Read the full verdict now.
Discover four superb supermarket red wines for your festive table. From elegant Pinot Noir to robust Montepulciano, find the perfect pairing for turkey, roast meats, and cheese.
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Keira Knightley reveals the 'difficult' decision to sell her beloved £3m French vineyard, the site of her 2013 wedding to James Righton. Discover why the organic wine venture ended.
Our experts blind-tasted supermarket mulled wines. Waitrose's £6 bottle was the winner, praised for its festive spices and drinkability. Discover the full ranking.
Wine expert Lucy Hitchcock reveals her top 10 sparkling wines for the festive season, from budget Cavas to premium English fizz. Discover brilliant bubbles at every price point.
Affluent wine enthusiasts are spending thousands to experience manual labour at a 'Grape Camp' in California's Sonoma County. Discover this unique wine tourism trend and the debate it sparks.
Rosamund Hall's definitive guide to the best Christmas wines for 2025, featuring joyful, great-value bottles from £6 to £40 to elevate your festive celebrations.
Discover Waikerie, the unsung South Australian town producing the Oxford Landing Sauvignon Blanc that's been the UK's top-selling Australian white for 25+ years. Explore its unique terroir.
Discover the best wine aerators to enhance your red wine's flavour and aroma. Our expert tested 11 models to find the top performers for every budget.
Wine expert Tom Gilbey recounts a frantic dawn mission to reclaim £50,000 of unpaid wine from a collapsing firm. Discover the thrilling stories in his new book, Thirsty.
An expert reveals the correct way to store wine after a Reddit debate stuns many. Learn how to protect your bottles from oxidation and preserve flavour for Christmas and beyond.
Majestic's Master of Wine Jane Masters shares expert Christmas wine pairings for gifts, dinner & more. Impress your guests and boost your wine knowledge this festive season.
Discover the top supermarket wines chosen by sommeliers and experts. From crisp whites to champagne alternatives, find your perfect bargain bottle for any occasion.
Expert Aidy Smith selects the best white wines for summer, from budget-friendly finds to luxury indulgences. Discover your perfect chilled tipple for sunny days.
Discover the top supermarket wines chosen by sommeliers and experts. From crisp whites to champagne alternatives, find your perfect bottle under £30. Shop smart with our 2025 guide.
Our blind taste test of supermarket mulled wines crowned Waitrose's £6 bottle as the clear winner. Discover which festive drinks impressed our experts and find your perfect Christmas tipple.
Discover which supermarket wines are worth your money as Independent's experts taste-test hundreds of bottles to bring you the definitive guide to affordable excellence.