Paddy McGuinness shows off ripped abs after 75 Hard challenge
TV presenter Paddy McGuinness reveals his incredible weight loss transformation after completing the gruelling 75 Hard challenge. See his before and after photos and learn his secrets.
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Rare Superman Comic Sells for Record $15 Million
A stolen and recovered copy of Action Comics No. 1, which introduced Superman, has sold for a record $15 million in a private deal. Discover the incredible story behind this pop culture icon.
Barclays' £5 Challenge Helps You Save Money Fast
Barclays recommends a simple £5 savings challenge to build your pot quickly. Discover this and other fast methods, including the 1p challenge, to boost your financial health.
Barclays' £5 Challenge to Help You Save Money Fast
Barclays recommends a simple £5 savings challenge to build your funds quickly. Discover this and other fast methods to improve your financial health in the new year.
Top 5 Books from 2025 You Need to Read in 2026
Don't overlook 2025's literary gems. Discover five standout book releases, from Malala's memoir to space-age fiction, perfect for your 2026 reading list. Share your favourites!
1p Savings Challenge Could Net You £667 by Christmas 2026
Start the Monzo 1p savings challenge in January 2026 to save over £667 by next Christmas. A simple trick that builds daily, with a chance to win £10,000. Get started now!
MSE's 1p Savings Challenge to Bank £667.95 in 2026
Martin Lewis's MoneySavingExpert team details the simple 1p daily savings challenge for 2026. Start saving a penny a day and potentially accumulate £667.95 by year's end. Learn flexible methods to stay on track.
Best Books of 2025 for Your 2026 TBR List
Discover five standout books from 2025 that you should add to your 2026 reading list, featuring memoirs, historical fiction, and myth retellings from acclaimed authors.
January 2026 Books: Julian Barnes' Final Work & Top Picks
Kickstart your 2026 reading with our guide to January's essential books, including the final work from Julian Barnes, a troubling look at Arctic geopolitics, and a secret history of British hotels. Discover your next great read.
Restaurant refuses £250 prize over spoonful of gravy
A Devon steakhouse upheld its rules, denying a contestant £250 for failing to finish a 10,000-calorie bangers and mash challenge by a single spoonful of gravy. Read the full story of the valiant attempt and the social media debate.
Cher, Cartier & More: Mail Bookshop's New Releases
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.
Expert advice: Help your child see past a book's cover
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.
Four Deadly Social Media Trends Parents Must Know
Experts warn parents about four dangerous social media challenges that have turned fatal. Learn the risks of chroming, surfing, blackout and Benadryl trends to keep your children safe online.
Haunted Book From Jumble Sale Sparks Paranormal Terror
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.
Share Tips for Organised Challenges in UK & Abroad
Got advice for taking on a charity trek or marathon? The Guardian wants your tips on training, fundraising, and logistics for organised challenges in the UK and overseas.
Foodie throws up after failing 9,000-calorie chilli challenge
A food enthusiast was left feeling 'sick as a dog' after attempting a mammoth 4kg chilli meal in a Devon steakhouse. Only three people have ever finished the £50 challenge. Read the full story.
Speed Eating Deaths: Two Choke in Food Contests
The tragic final moments of a man who choked on a giant doughnut, part of a spate of speed eating fatalities. Discover the hidden dangers of competitive eating.
Tom Gauld's Online Book Shopping Cartoon Delight
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!
Lucy Steed's The Artist wins Waterstones Book of the Year
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.
Second Bid to Ban Feminist Book from National Library
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.
Superman comic sells for record £7.2 million
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.
The Silver Book Review: Beauty Without Depth
Olivia Laing's novel set in 1970s Italian cinema world offers glossy aesthetics but lacks substance. Explore our review of this beautifully shallow work.
Sunderland's 5,000-Calorie Breakfast Challenge Awaits
Dare to tackle the North East's most formidable breakfast challenge featuring 15 colossal components including full English, American pancakes and loaded hash browns.
The Book of Memory: A New Path to Immortality
Discover how philosopher Mark Rowlands presents a revolutionary perspective on eternal life through the power of memory and narrative in his compelling new work.
Salman Rushdie's Haunting New Ghost Stories Collection
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.
States of Play Wins William Hill Sports Book Award 2025
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.
Radio hosts' gross toilet paper challenge divides listeners
Australian radio hosts Carrie Bickmore and Tommy Little push boundaries with their revolting new challenge that's taking social media by storm. Discover the messy details that have listeners both horrified and entertained.
Four women devour £300 McDonald's feast in challenge
Watch in amazement as four women conquer a massive £300 McDonald's order featuring 120 chicken nuggets, 40 burgers, and endless sides in ultimate food challenge.
Boy, 12, dies after attempting dangerous TikTok challenge
A family is in mourning after their 12-year-old son died from catastrophic injuries sustained while attempting a viral TikTok challenge that encourages participants to choke themselves until unconscious.
Black British Book Festival Returns to London Barbican
The vibrant Black British Book Festival celebrates its fifth anniversary at London's Barbican Centre, bringing together authors, publishers and readers for a weekend of literary discovery and cultural celebration.
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