Melbourne's Lord Mayor faces an embarrassing forfeit after losing a cricket bet to London's Sadiq Khan. He must now display the England team's photo following their Boxing Day Test victory. Read the full story of the friendly wager gone wrong.
Christian and gospel music is defying industry trends, growing its audience while other genres stall. Discover the artists and sounds driving this spiritual revival in mainstream music.
Rapper Drake has placed a $200,000 bet on Jake Paul to beat Anthony Joshua, potentially invoking the infamous 'Drake Curse'. Will Paul pull off the 'biggest upset in sports history'?
Joe Root's first Test century in Australia rescued England and spared Aussie legend Matthew Hayden an embarrassing nude walk around the MCG. His daughter Grace led the relief.
Joe Root's century at the Gabba spared Aussie legend Matthew Hayden from a naked walk. His daughter Grace thanked the England star. Read the full story.
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A lucky punter turned a £1 stake into over £16,000 with a 19-leg football accumulator on Sky Bet. The nail-biting win was sealed by late goals. Read this incredible betting story.
UFC icon Nate Diaz has placed a stunning $20,000 wager on Jake Paul to defeat Anthony Joshua in their December 19 heavyweight showdown. Read the full story and betting details.
Teresa Hodgson's marathon run raised £3,413 for Club Doncaster Foundation's Fit Forces, with Sky Bet doubling the donation. Discover how the funds support veterans' health.
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Former England goalkeeper Chris Kirkland reveals how his family won £10,000 from a 100/1 bet placed when he was 13. Discover the incredible story behind his solitary England cap.
Investor Michael Burry places massive $2.3bn bet against AI giants. Experts warn Australia's $4.3trillion superannuation system faces catastrophic exposure. Discover the risks.
A bold Australian bookmaker faces a nerve-shredding £4 million payout after accepting a colossal £500,000 wager on Melbourne Cup bolter Ashrun, in what's being called the punting story of the year.
Exclusive insider revelations expose the bitter rivalries, management conflicts and hidden struggles that plagued Britain's biggest girl groups of the 90s and 00s.
Singer Lily Allen faces backlash as fans and critics question the authenticity of her upcoming album, with some claiming it sounds artificially generated.
The music world mourns the loss of Jonathan Lloyd, the innovative British composer and educator whose vibrant works captivated audiences for decades. Remembering his remarkable legacy.
Decades after recording in obscurity, Sister Irene O'Connor's haunting lo-fi pop emerges from dusty archives, captivating modern audiences with its timeless quality.
Exclusive insights from goth metal pioneers reveal the artistic philosophy and unexpected vulnerability behind their haunting soundscapes that captivate millions worldwide.
Experimental music pioneer Juana Molina opens up about her creative process, disdain for artistic pretension, and the playful spontaneity behind her groundbreaking new work.
A lucky William Hill customer turned a tiny £1.50 stake into a massive £32,000 payout after correctly predicting six consecutive winners at the Cheltenham Festival in one of the betting coups of the season.
Discover the electrifying free jazz of Laura Ann Singh and other must-hear tracks in this week's Guardian music roundup, featuring bold new sounds reshaping the UK jazz scene.
The BBC announces the premiere date for 'Girlbands Forever,' a captivating documentary exploring the legacy of iconic girl groups from the 90s and 00s, featuring exclusive interviews and never-before-seen footage.
An ambitious new initiative backed by The Guardian seeks to transform the UK's live music scene by spreading performances beyond traditional urban hubs to communities nationwide.
Discover how Australian indie-rock quartet The Belair Lip Bombs are taking the music world by storm with their raw energy and determination to give their musical dreams 'a proper crack'.
In an emotional interview, Mariam Doumbia of legendary Malian duo Amadou & Mariam shares her journey through grief and how music continues to connect her to her late husband and musical partner.
A startling new survey reveals that the majority of UK music enthusiasts believe British pop music has declined in quality, with many claiming it's become 'too generic' and 'manufactured'.