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.
New data reveals a vehicle was stolen every five minutes in England and Wales in 2025. Discover the most targeted models and expert tips to protect your car.
After winning the Masters to complete his career Grand Slam and leading Europe to Ryder Cup glory, Rory McIlroy is the overwhelming favourite for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award. Vote now!
A 40-foot tall Father Christmas inflatable was stolen from a family-run tree lot in Phoenix. Police are investigating the festive theft. Read the full story.
Discover the best books of 2025, from Booker Prize winners to captivating memoirs. Our critic picks 15 essential reads to end your year. Start your reading list now!
Germany confirms 2035 ban on new petrol cars after EU agreement. UK motorists face implications as Europe accelerates electric vehicle transition. Read analysis.
Electric vehicle owners face an average £243 yearly charge from 2028 under new pay-per-mile tax. Discover how this compares to traditional vehicles and calculate your potential costs.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces £1.5bn electric vehicle package extending grants until 2030, while launching controversial pay-per-mile tax consultation.
Ford UK MD Lisa Brankin urges Chancellor Rachel Reeves to reject a proposed 3p per mile electric vehicle tax, warning it could cripple fragile EV demand ahead of the 2030 target.
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
New figures reveal electric vehicle adoption is charging ahead in Britain, with EVs now capturing their largest-ever market share while traditional petrol and diesel sales decline.
Get an exclusive first look at the John Lewis Christmas 2025 advert strategy. Discover what magical themes and emotional storytelling the retail giant is planning for next year's highly anticipated festive campaign.
Exclusive investigation uncovers the vehicles thieves target most across the US, with surprising findings about which models are at highest risk and essential prevention tips.
Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Exclusive data reveals Britain's most stolen car models as thieves target specific makes. Discover which vehicles are at highest risk and the security measures that could save your car.
The extraordinary theft of a fully functional 18-carat gold toilet from Winston Churchill's birthplace raises questions about art, security, and the audacity of criminals.
UK drivers are witnessing unprecedented electric vehicle price cuts as manufacturers compete fiercely in the September market. Discover which models offer the best value and why now might be the perfect time to switch to electric.
Exclusive investigation reveals how stolen high-end vehicles are being smuggled abroad in shipping containers from UK ports, with authorities intercepting luxury cars worth over £230,000 destined for foreign markets.
Kia's groundbreaking modular electric van, the PV5, achieves record-breaking pre-orders, signalling massive commercial interest in flexible electric transport solutions for UK businesses.
In a stunning industry move, Nissan has partnered with Chinese EV giant BYD to avoid billions in EU carbon penalties, reshaping the electric vehicle landscape and raising questions about Western automakers' survival strategies.
Tesla reports dramatic 48% profit decline amid production delays and fierce Chinese competition. Discover how Elon Musk's EV empire is navigating its toughest quarter yet.
General Motors unveils groundbreaking autonomous technology for the electric Cadillac Escalade IQ, positioning itself as a serious competitor to Tesla's Full Self-Driving system in the luxury EV market.
Your complete guide to the 2025 daylight saving time change in the UK - including exact dates, why we change our clocks, and the ongoing debate about scrapping the practice.
A Maine man's dream road trip turns into a financial nightmare after thieves steal his van containing £40,000 in cash from a Kennebunk car park. Police launch urgent investigation into the daring daylight theft.
French police are hunting thieves who attempted to steal the Crown of Thorns relic from the Louvre Museum in a dramatic security breach that has raised serious questions about protection of France's cultural treasures.
Australia risks being left in the dust of the global electric vehicle transition. Experts argue that setting a firm 2035 deadline for banning new petrol and diesel car sales is essential to drive infrastructure investment and consumer confidence.
Chinese automotive giant GWM announces UK arrival of Tank 300 rugged electric SUV and Ora Funky Cat, signalling major push into Britain's competitive EV market with cutting-edge technology and bold designs.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Sydney's most dangerous criminal syndicate operates a fleet of stolen 'kill cars' for hire, with police uncovering their sophisticated assassination-for-hire operation during dramatic raids across the city.
Discover our in-depth review of the highly anticipated John Lewis Beauty Advent Calendar 2025, featuring premium skincare, luxury makeup and exclusive fragrances that make Christmas countdown truly magical.
Exclusive investigation reveals why British police struggle to retrieve stolen mobile phones despite advanced tracking technology, as brazen thieves exploit legal loopholes and overwhelmed forces.