‘Rage Bait’ is Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year
Oxford reveals 'rage bait' as its 2025 Word of the Year. Discover how this term for provocative online content tripled in use and what it says about our digital lives.
Oxford reveals 'rage bait' as its 2025 Word of the Year. Discover how this term for provocative online content tripled in use and what it says about our digital lives.
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!
The latest Genius crossword puzzle No. 270 is now available for December. Test your word skills with this challenging cryptic crossword designed for UK solvers.
Lucy Steed's debut novel, The Artist, set in 1920s France, wins the 2025 Waterstones Book of the Year. Discover the romantic-mystery captivating readers across the UK.
The Guardian has issued corrections regarding the Sayce review on carer's allowance compensation and the solution to a word puzzle. Read the full details and how to submit complaints.
Discover why 'AI slop' beat Ozempic face to become the Macquarie Dictionary's Word of the Year 2025, reflecting our new digital reality. Read the full story now.
Irish pop star Ronan Keating is announced as the host of BBC One's New Year's Eve celebrations for 2026. The special will feature his greatest hits and special guests. Tune in on BBC One and iPlayer!
Ryan Seacrest will be joined by Chance the Rapper, Rita Ora, Rob Gronkowski & Julianne Hough for Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2026. Tune in live on ABC and Hulu!
The BBC has announced a major change to its Sports Personality of the Year awards, introducing a live public vote for the 'Team of the Year' category for the first time. Discover the contenders!
Cambridge Dictionary names 'parasocial' as its 2025 Word of the Year, citing Taylor Swift's influence and modern fan culture. Discover how language evolves.
Discover why 'parasocial' is the Cambridge Dictionary 2025 Word of the Year, driven by Lily Allen's album and Taylor Swift's engagement. Learn the definition and its impact.
The Met Office issues snow and ice warnings for the UK. Plus, a Russian attack in Romania and the Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year revealed. Stay informed.
Cambridge Dictionary reveals 'parasocial' as its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting one-sided celebrity relationships. Discover what this means for modern fandom.
Cambridge Dictionary names 'parasocial' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting one-sided relationships with celebrities and AI. Discover the psychological impact.
Discover the 15 finalists for Macquarie Dictionary's 2025 Word of the Year, from 'AI slop' to 'Australian sushi'. Vote now for the People's Choice award!
The late poet Andrea Gibson's documentary, 'Come See Me in the Good Light', chronicles their terminal cancer journey with profound honesty and unexpected humour. Discover their legacy.
From 'huzzah' to 'delulu', discover how Gen Z is reshaping the English language and why these new words reveal more about our changing society than you might think.
Discover why 'coolcation' has been crowned Collins Dictionary's Word of the Year and explore other unusual travel terms that are reshaping how Brits holiday in 2024.
Collins Dictionary names 'vibe coding' as its 2025 Word of the Year, recognising the seismic shift towards AI-assisted programming that's transforming how developers work worldwide.
Oxford University reveals how AI analysis of 'good vibes' and emotional language led to 'rizz' becoming 2023's Word of the Year, marking a technological shift in linguistic recognition.
The music industry is reeling from the sudden passing of Southern hip-hop legend Young Bleed, best known for his classic album 'My Balls and My Word' and collaborations with Master P's No Limit collective.
Discover the best educational toys and developmental gifts for two-year-olds. Our expert guide helps you choose presents that support learning, creativity and motor skills development.
An exclusive look at the dynamic duo, Prunella Randolph and Mortimer, who are revolutionising The Guardian's crossword desk with their unique editorial partnership and innovative approach to puzzle-making.
Challenge your mind with The Guardian's latest Genius crossword puzzle. Expertly crafted clues and clever wordplay await dedicated solvers in this week's brain-teasing edition.
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.
The viral term 'delulu' has been officially named 2023's Word of the Year, beating Rizz and other contenders in a landmark decision that highlights TikTok's growing influence on modern language and mental attitudes.
Former Big Brother contestant Emily Miller breaks her silence on the shocking 2017 incident that saw her removed from the show after using a racial slur, revealing her ongoing regret and the aftermath.
Cambridge Dictionary unveils 'Hallucinate' as its 2024 Word of the Year, exploring how AI's creative falsehoods are reshaping truth in politics and digital communication.
Discover why 'hallucinate' has been crowned Word of the Year 2023 by Cambridge Dictionary, reflecting the AI revolution's impact on language and technology.
Discover why 'hallucinate' has been crowned Dictionary.com's 2025 Word of the Year and how this AI phenomenon is transforming our understanding of truth in the digital age.