2025's Top Cultural Moments: Oasis, Swift, Traitors
A look back at the nine events that defined 2025's cultural landscape, from Britpop reunions and political power plays to Taylor Swift's engagement and viral toy crazes.
A look back at the nine events that defined 2025's cultural landscape, from Britpop reunions and political power plays to Taylor Swift's engagement and viral toy crazes.
Explore how British diaspora communities use festive food and gatherings to preserve identity and create new traditions. Discover personal stories of connection and belonging.
Guardian film critics reveal the most unforgettable cinematic moments of 2025, from a transcendent dance in 'Sinners' to a chaotic chase in 'One Battle After Another'. Discover the scenes that defined the year.
Kate McCallister's frantic journey in Home Alone is the UK's favourite Christmas movie travel scene. Discover the top 10 and why 57% of fans say travel is key to festive films.
From a Damascus cafe to an Amazon valley, Guardian correspondents reveal the sounds and scenes that defined their year. Listen to the podcast for powerful global stories.
A look back at the iconic figures from film, music, fashion and literature who passed away in 2025, including Robert Redford, Diane Keaton and Giorgio Armani. Their enduring legacies continue to shape culture.
Dive into this week's essential reading list, featuring iconic Rob Reiner film moments, Ilhan Omar's sharp critique of Trump, and tales of disastrous Secret Santas. Discover your next favourite story.
Discover the definitive list of the 20 best video games released in 2025, from blockbuster RPGs to innovative indie gems. Find your next favourite game now.
Discover The Guardian's definitive cultural highlights of 2025, featuring the year's most groundbreaking films, must-watch TV series, and essential music releases. Explore the full list now.
An exclusive look at the 2025 spending habits of Guardian readers reveals a move towards travel, culture, and sustainable goods. Discover the data driving consumer change.
President Donald Trump has signed legislation renaming Washington's Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The move, part of a spending bill, has ignited debate over politicising cultural institutions.
The Taliban has demolished Kabul's iconic Ariana Cinema, a symbol of Afghanistan's cultural history. See the images and understand the impact of this erasure.
As Britain's first musically-trained PM since Heath, Keir Starmer must move beyond talk to rescue a cultural sector crippled by funding cuts and inequality. Will he seize the Hodge report's blueprint for change?
The Guardian is asking readers to name their best film of 2025. Share your favourite thriller, comedy or horror anonymously via our secure form. Tell us now!
German journalist Carolin Würfel explores why a simple greeting causes national anxiety, linking it to history, language, and a fear of superficiality. Discover the cultural roots and the hope in younger generations.
The National Museum of Libya in Tripoli has reopened with a lavish ceremony after 14 years of civil war closure, aiming to foster unity and showcase the country's rich heritage. Discover the treasures inside and the challenges that remain.
Amid challenging headlines, The Guardian invites US readers to share the news stories from 2025 that brought them hope or happiness. Contribute your ray of light anonymously.
Lady Gaga's sixth album 'Mayhem' marks a triumphant return to her operatic electroclash roots, securing the No. 5 spot in the year's best albums. Discover the review.
Cartoonist Tom Gauld reveals his illustrated guide to the most intriguing conspiracy theory books of 2025. Discover the must-read titles and hidden narratives shaping this year's literary underground.
Discover the must-read titles of 2025, from new novels by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Ian McEwan to memoirs and prize-winning non-fiction. Browse the full list now.
Explore the must-read novels of 2025, from long-awaited returns by literary giants Thomas Pynchon and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to groundbreaking debuts and powerful short story collections.
Actor Jonathan Groff shares how performing on stage transformed his relationship with his stammer, offering an inspiring story of personal and professional triumph.
Discover an immersive cultural holiday with Sweden's Sami people, learning ancient reindeer herding skills. Book a unique Arctic adventure for 2025/26.
For decades, a bizarre rumour claimed European women visited remote Ladakhi villages seeking 'pure Aryan' babies. We uncover the imported myth's impact on the Brokpa people and their fight to reclaim their true identity.
Discover the standout films, books, and music from past years that captivated UK audiences in 2025. Our critics reveal their favourite hidden gems.
Don't miss the last posting dates for Christmas 2025. Get the final deadlines for Royal Mail, Evri, DPD, Parcelforce and major retailers to ensure gifts arrive on time.
London's iconic but bewildering Barbican Centre is set for a £451m renewal. The project will tackle leaks, poor signage, and maze-like layout to create a fully accessible cultural hub by 2032.
As Moldova begins EU accession talks, a shift from dry bureaucracy to cultural outreach—from influencer pie-making to pan-European TV—could be key to building genuine solidarity and identity.
The UK government is asking the public to nominate traditions like cheese rolling and Burns Night for UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. Submit your ideas by February.
Explore the standout memoirs and biographies of 2025, featuring Margaret Atwood, Anthony Hopkins, and political insights from Nicola Sturgeon and Jacinda Ardern. Discover your next great read.