UK Culture's Global Boom in 2025
Despite funding cuts and industry crises, British music, TV, and film dominated the global zeitgeist in 2025. Can this creative renaissance be sustained?
Despite funding cuts and industry crises, British music, TV, and film dominated the global zeitgeist in 2025. Can this creative renaissance be sustained?
From AI advice to pension dashboards, discover the key personal finance trends predicted for 2026 that will impact how Britons save, invest, and plan for the future.
Despite most Brits owning one, the air fryer remains the most wanted Christmas gift. Discover the smart tech and generational trends shaping festive lists.
Move over, prosecco crisps. The UK's latest festive food fad involves cooking with your Christmas tree. We tested recipes from cured fish to ice cream. Discover the edible conifer trend and its surprising history.
Discover the 'Curve Cut', the soft, face-framing hairstyle set to dominate 2026. Top stylists reveal why this low-maintenance, universally flattering look is the future of hair.
Discover the 'Curve Cut', the soft, face-framing hairstyle predicted to be the biggest trend of 2026. Experts explain why this low-maintenance, universally flattering look is set to take over UK salons.
Waitrose's 2025 Food & Drink report unveils the new gourmet essentials in British kitchens, from whipped feta to wagyu roast potatoes, with a full basket costing £290.49. Discover the trends.
Google's 2025 Year in Search for Australia is out. Discover the people, events, and questions that captivated the nation, from AI breakthroughs to sporting triumphs. Explore the full list now.
Waitrose's 2025 Food & Drink report reveals a major shift in middle-class shopping habits. Discover the new gourmet frozen essentials, Korean condiments, and why burnt butter is the new pistachio.
Discover the 'Ralph Lauren Christmas' trend defining UK festive style. From tartan to velvet, learn how to recreate the nostalgic look for your home and wardrobe this season.
Looking back at turn-of-the-millennium cultural forecasts reveals surprising accuracy about digital shifts while missing podcast and AI revolutions. Discover what they got right.
The World Health Organisation announces significant staff reductions and programme cuts following US funding withdrawal. Learn how this impacts global health security.
Britain's decision to cut £120m from Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria sparks outrage among health experts and charities. Critics warn this undermines UK's global health leadership.
Discover why knee-high socks are making a dramatic comeback, becoming the must-have accessory for Gen Z while sparking fashion debates across generations.
Discover the definitive guide to contemporary coolness in British culture. From fashion faux pas to digital etiquette, find out what's genuinely trendy and what's past its prime in this comprehensive lifestyle analysis.
Explore how modern cruise lines are transforming sea voyages with spectacular theatrical productions, immersive experiences, and entertainment that rivals London's West End.
Discover the groundbreaking fashion trends set to dominate Australia's most prestigious racing event. From sustainable elegance to bold headwear statements, get ready for a sartorial spectacle.
Discover why fashion insiders are calling brown and blue the must-have colour combination this autumn. From runway trends to high street styles, learn how to master this sophisticated pairing.
Discover how traditional craftsmanship, sentimental ornaments and vintage-inspired decorations are transforming British Christmas styling for 2025, as homeowners embrace cosy nostalgia over minimalist trends.
South Korea's music revolution is rewriting global entertainment rules as K-pop dominates streaming platforms and breaks cultural barriers from India to the Grammys.
Discover why fashion insiders are swapping skinny jeans for sophisticated, structured straight-leg denim this season. From office-appropriate styling to premium fabric choices, learn how to master this timeless trend.
Exclusive report reveals sweeping layoffs at CBS News following Paramount's merger with Skydance Media, signalling dramatic restructuring in media landscape.
As international aid budgets shrink, malaria cases are rising dramatically. This deadly resurgence could signal a much broader global health crisis in the making.
TV presenter Stephen Mulhern teases explosive new Saturday night entertainment show that promises to deliver the unexpected and keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Exclusive: Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav explores potential acquisition of Paramount Global, signalling massive consolidation in streaming and entertainment sectors.
From heavy contouring to over-lined lips, discover which 2016 makeup trends are ageing your look and learn the modern alternatives that will refresh your beauty routine instantly.
Discover why fashion insiders are ditching denim for these sophisticated trouser styles that promise both comfort and elegance this season.
Exclusive: Warner Bros Discovery explores acquiring Paramount Global in a move that could reshape the entertainment landscape and create a streaming superpower.
Explore the global spread of China's controversial '996' working culture and its devastating impact on employee wellbeing, productivity, and work-life balance across industries.
Discover how Australian fashion brand Nashie is revolutionising British summer wardrobes with their viral cabana stripe dresses, offering effortless style and sun protection in one chic package.