Finding Calm in Jigsaw Puzzles After a Loss
Discover how a 1,000-piece puzzle helped an author process grief and find meditation in simplicity. A story of loss, inheritance, and unexpected therapy.
Discover how a 1,000-piece puzzle helped an author process grief and find meditation in simplicity. A story of loss, inheritance, and unexpected therapy.
A contestant on ITV's The 1% Club scooped a £96,000 prize by solving a tricky letters sequence. Could you crack the puzzle? Read on to find the answer and more show highlights.
A new book reveals the hidden political influence in daily crosswords. Discover how editors shape clues and why puzzles are no longer just a game. Read the full investigation.
As reissues of seminal albums emerge, pioneers of Japan's violent 80s hardcore scene recall the thrills, societal rejection, and fierce independence that defined a generation. Explore the roots.
A mathematical challenge set by Alex Bellos uses basic operations to make the number 26. Explore the solutions and test your own numerical skills for the new year.
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 latest Genius crossword puzzle No. 270 is now available for December. Test your word skills with this challenging cryptic crossword designed for UK solvers.
Discover how jigsaw puzzles boost mental health and cognitive function. Learn why this classic pastime is making a major comeback in the digital age.
A gardening expert reveals the simple late November pruning technique that ensures your Japanese acers grow bigger and more vibrant next spring. Learn how now!
Discover Emiko Davies' comforting Japanese vegetable udon curry recipe that's ready in under an hour. Perfect for fussy eaters and busy weeknights with simple ingredients.
Tackle The Guardian's notoriously difficult Sudoku 7097 with our expert solving strategies and mental agility tips for puzzle enthusiasts.
Put your number skills to the test with The Guardian's latest medium-difficulty Sudoku puzzle. Perfect for sharpening your mind during a coffee break or commute.
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.
Put your knowledge to the test with The Guardian's challenging weekend brain-teaser that connects surrealist art, revolutionary politics, and cinematic brilliance.
Ready your pencils and sharpen your logic for The Guardian's latest expert-level Sudoku puzzle. This brain-teasing grid promises to test even the most seasoned puzzle enthusiasts with its clever number placement challenges.
Dive into the world of Killer Sudoku with puzzle 994 - a perfect blend of logic and arithmetic that will test even the most experienced puzzle solvers. Discover strategies and tips to conquer this popular brain game.
Put your logical skills to the ultimate test with The Guardian's notoriously difficult Sudoku puzzle #7089. Discover expert strategies and tips to conquer this brain-teasing challenge that's stumping puzzle enthusiasts nationwide.
Dive into the mind-bending world of word puzzles with the UK's very own quiz king. Test your wits against today's most cunning linguistic challenges and discover if you have what it takes to solve them.
Dive into today's mind-bending puzzles from Britain's master quiz-setter. Test your wits with linguistic challenges that will stretch your brain to its limits.
Discover how to transform classic Japanese curry rice into an extraordinary culinary experience with a simple soy-marinated egg yolk technique that adds incredible depth of flavour.
Challenge your mind with The Guardian's latest Killer Sudoku puzzle. Expert tips and strategies to help you solve this deceptively tricky number game that's taking the UK by storm.
Tackle one of The Guardian's most challenging puzzles with our expert breakdown of Sudoku 7081. Discover strategic approaches and mental exercises to master this brain-teasing number game.
Japan's economic security minister Sanae Takaichi credits her radiant complexion to Korean beauty products and late-night K-drama sessions, sparking international beauty conversations.
Discover why Killer Sudoku 992 is captivating puzzle enthusiasts across the UK with its unique combination of logic and arithmetic that pushes mental boundaries.
An extraordinary night of sumo wrestling captivated London as Japanese giants brought their ancient sport to the historic Royal Albert Hall for the first time in quarter of a century.
Challenge your mind with The Guardian's notoriously difficult Sudoku 7073. Our expert guide reveals strategic approaches to help you solve this week's cerebral test.
London's Royal Albert Hall prepares for a rare sumo wrestling extravaganza as Japanese champions bring this ancient sport to British audiences for a spectacular cultural showcase.