Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Indie horror game Horses banned from Steam & Epic Games Store. We explore the controversy, its themes, and the debate over video games as art. Read the full story.
Britain is now the filming hub for major US game shows, with networks flying hundreds of contestants to Manchester to capitalise on tax breaks and lower costs. Discover the seismic shift in television production.
Discover why hit American game shows like The Floor and Wordle are now being filmed in the UK and Ireland, driven by soaring Hollywood costs and attractive tax credits.
From Game of Thrones to Fleabag, discover the late-arriving TV characters who revolutionised their shows. Share your favourite game-changing character with us.
Riot Games revolutionises the gaming world again with Legends of Runeterra - a strategic collectible card game set in the League of Legends universe that's challenging Hearthstone's throne.
Manchester United icon Paul Scholes watches proudly as his son Aiden makes impressive Countdown debut, showcasing remarkable vocabulary skills on Channel 4.
The official Traitors board game has received a massive price cut on Amazon, dropping from £25 to just £15. Based on the hit BBC reality show, this social deduction game brings all the drama and deception to your living room.
Discover this week's must-watch streaming treasures, including true-crime documentary 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' and Martin Scorsese's riveting new series that's captivating audiences nationwide.
Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins reunite for groundbreaking ITV quiz where EVERY contestant wins prizes, with one lucky player taking home a record-breaking £100,000 top prize in television history.
ITV quiz show Beat The Chasers faces viewer backlash as fans accuse producers of unfair treatment towards popular contestant during tense final round, with thousands taking to social media to express their outrage.
If you've binge-watched The Lincoln Lawyer and need your next legal drama obsession, discover five gripping series that deliver the same courtroom tension and compelling characters.
The classic card game UNO has introduced a divisive new rule that's causing uproar among players globally, with families reporting arguments and relationship tensions over the controversial change.
Prepare for a mental workout with The Guardian's latest hard-level Sudoku puzzle. Expert strategies and tips to help you solve this brain-teasing number grid.
Nintendo revolutionises mobile gaming again with Fire Emblem: Fortune-Weave, bringing strategic RPG action to smartphones across Britain with innovative gameplay and stunning visuals.
A 'Win, Lose or Draw' contestant was moved to tears after a dramatic final round secured him a massive £20,000 prize, in a heartwarming moment on the ITV game show hosted by Simon Brodkin.
Sharpen your pencils and your wits! The Guardian's latest 'easy' grade Sudoku puzzle, number 7045, is live. Discover why this classic number game remains a powerhouse for mental fitness and daily routine.
Gearbox's highly anticipated Borderlands 4 is facing a rocky launch, with critic Peter Hoskin reporting persistent crashes, game-breaking bugs, and performance issues that overshadow its potential fun.