Best Culture of 2025: Guardian Critics' Picks
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.
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.
Explore stunning new releases from the Mail Bookshop, featuring Cher's iconic career, Cartier's timeless jewels, and breathtaking wildlife photography. Discover your next coffee table centrepiece.
England's Children's Commissioner makes a heartfelt plea for parents to lead by example and put phones away this Christmas. New data reveals soaring screen time for both children and adults.
Explore the eerie 'time slip' phenomena on Liverpool's Bold Street, where visitors report stepping into the 1950s. Discover the famous case of 'Frank' and the street's hidden history.
Anthony Joshua returns to face Jake Paul in Miami on Dec 19. UK start time is 4am on Dec 20. Stream live on Netflix. Full undercard and fight details.
An advice columnist offers creative solutions for parents whose voracious young readers dismiss books based on cover art. Discover how to nurture a love of reading without making it a chore.
A man's life descends into a real-life horror story after buying a second-hand book containing mysterious photos. He reports unexplained knocks, smells, and apparitions. Read the chilling account.
Explore the year's most compelling history and politics books, from Middle Eastern revolutions and Tory diaries to Starmer's rise. Discover essential reads for understanding our turbulent age.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld captures the modern dilemma of online book shopping in his latest witty illustration. Discover the humour in digital book browsing today!
Stranger Things fans uncover major A Wrinkle in Time clues in season 5 that could reveal time travel plot. Discover how the classic novel connects to Hawkins' finale.
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.
Trans activists demand National Library of Scotland remove 'The Women Who Wouldn't Wheesht' for second time. Discover the escalating censorship battle threatening free speech in Scottish cultural institutions.
A pristine 1939 Superman No. 1 comic discovered in an attic has sold for a record-breaking £7.2 million, becoming the most valuable comic book in history. Discover the full story.
Malaysia debates returning to GMT+7 as critics argue current time zone disrupts circadian rhythms and limits morning daylight. Could earlier sunrises improve public health?
Discover the most compelling memoirs of 2025, featuring rock icons, national treasures, and inspiring figures. Find your next great read and dive into these unforgettable true stories.
Olivia Laing's novel set in 1970s Italian cinema world offers glossy aesthetics but lacks substance. Explore our review of this beautifully shallow work.
Millions of Brits are having their minds blown as they discover the true Latin origins behind the time abbreviations AM and PM that we use every day.
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.
Travel experts uncover the perfect booking window for massive savings on flights and holidays from the UK. Discover when to secure your next getaway for the best prices.
Discover how philosopher Mark Rowlands presents a revolutionary perspective on eternal life through the power of memory and narrative in his compelling new work.
As Britain prepares to turn back the clocks, medical experts reveal the surprising health risks lurking behind this seasonal tradition - and why it's more dangerous than you think.
As Britain prepares to turn back the clocks, experts reveal compelling health evidence that could spell the end for daylight saving time. Discover what this means for your wellbeing and sleep patterns.
Your complete guide to the autumn clock change in the UK. Discover exactly when British Summer Time ends and what it means for your sleep schedule and daily routine.
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.
As autumn deepens, Britain prepares for the annual clock change. Discover when the clocks go back, why we still follow this century-old tradition, and how it affects your health and daily routine.
Literary legend Salman Rushdie makes a triumphant return with 'Nine Authentic Ghost Stories', a chilling collection that marks his first foray into supernatural fiction. Discover how the Booker Prize winner reinvents ghost stories for the modern age.
Miguel Delaney's groundbreaking book 'States of Play' has claimed the 2025 William Hill Sports Book of the Year award, exploring football's intricate relationship with geopolitics and power.
Your complete guide to the upcoming clock change in March 2024. Discover when British Summer Time begins, why we still change clocks, and the ongoing debate about scrapping the practice.
Your complete guide to the upcoming clock change in March 2024. Discover when British Summer Time begins, why we still change clocks, and the ongoing debate about making it permanent.