Trail hunting ban sparks fierce debate in letters
Readers respond to Labour's proposed trail hunting ban, comparing it to punishing all for the crimes of a few. Explore the rural rights debate and historical context of hunting.
Readers respond to Labour's proposed trail hunting ban, comparing it to punishing all for the crimes of a few. Explore the rural rights debate and historical context of hunting.
PC Tom Shearman speaks of his 'anguish' after his wife and two children died in a Gloucestershire house fire. He thanks the public for over £300,000 in donations and urges everyone to cherish loved ones.
A police officer has spoken of his 'anguish and trauma' after his wife, two young children and dog died in a house fire in Briscombe on Boxing Day 2025. Read his heartbreaking tribute.
A Gloucestershire police officer has paid tribute to his wife and two children, who died in a Boxing Day house fire in Stroud. Tom Shearman described them as 'three of the greatest humans'.
A fundraising appeal for PC Tom Shearman, who lost his wife and two children in a Stroud house fire, has surpassed £257,000. The community rallies after the devastating Boxing Day blaze.
A mother and her two young children have died in a devastating Boxing Day house fire in Stroud. The father, a Gloucestershire Police officer, survived. Authorities confirm the blaze was a tragic accident.
A serving police officer tried in vain to save his wife and two young children from a devastating Boxing Day fire in a Cotswolds cottage. The community is in shock.
A mother and her two young children have died in a devastating Boxing Day house fire in Gloucestershire. The father, a police officer, escaped. Read the latest on this heartbreaking tragedy.
A mother and her two young children have died in a tragic Boxing Day house fire in Stroud, Gloucestershire. One person escaped. Police confirm the fire is not suspicious.
Victoria Beckham Beauty's Lid Lustre eyeshadow, celebrated by shoppers in their 50s and 60s for not creasing, is now 15% off in the Boxing Day sale. Discover the shades and reviews.
A man in his 50s was stabbed in the arm after his car was ambushed on Station Road, Edgware. Police are hunting the attackers and urge witnesses to come forward.
A huge fire has gutted an amusement arcade at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields. Police are treating it as the second suspected arson at the site in a month. Read the latest updates.
UK High Streets saw a Boxing Day footfall decline, with central London down 7.7%. Discover why retail parks surged 6.7% and what it means for 2026.
Early data reveals a strong start to Boxing Day sales with retail park visits rising 6.9%. Analysts note a shift towards leisure-focused, full-day outings over pure bargain hunting. Discover the latest UK retail trends.
England secured their first Test win in Australia for nearly 15 years, beating the hosts by four wickets in a chaotic two-day Boxing Day Test at the MCG. Read the full match report.
Test your logic with The Guardian's expert-level Sudoku puzzle 7155, published on Boxing Day 2025. A perfect mental workout for puzzle enthusiasts.
Rio Ferdinand claims Manchester United's £18m signing Senne Lammens is the long-term solution in goal and can stay for ten years after his solid Boxing Day display. Read the full analysis.
A record Boxing Day crowd at the MCG witnessed 20 wickets tumble on a treacherous pitch, leaving Cricket Australia fearing another costly Ashes refund. Read the full match report.
Metro readers share their most absurd buys, from a £550 Zorb ball to fake celebrity photos. Discover the hilarious and costly lessons learned from Boxing Day sale madness.
Three people are unaccounted for after a tragic Boxing Day house fire on Brimscombe Hill, Stroud. One person was taken to hospital. Police and fire services are investigating.
Celia Daniels erupts after learning her criminal partner and adoptive son Ray Walters spent Christmas with Laurel Thomas, threatening their dark empire. Discover the Boxing Day showdown.
UK Boxing Day sales saw a shift in shopper habits, with high street footfall down 2.4% while retail parks surged 6.9%. Central London declined 7.7% as consumers sought convenience and coastal day trips.
Julien Stephan's QPR fought back to draw 1-1 at Portsmouth on Boxing Day. See our in-depth player ratings, from a 'stinker' 4/10 to the 8/10 hero who saved a point.
A top-rated thermal winter coat is now just £80 in the Debenhams Boxing Day sale. Shoppers praise its 'sleeping bag' warmth and wind-resistant design. Grab the deal while stocks last.
A major emergency response continues in Gloucestershire after a Boxing Day house fire. One person escaped, but three remain unaccounted for as an investigation into the cause is launched.
Billy Mitchell delivered a superb 9/10 performance as Millwall held promotion-chasing Ipswich Town to a 0-0 draw at The Valley on Boxing Day. See our full player ratings.
While the Premier League takes a Boxing Day break, the EFL provides a full slate of Championship matches. Follow Coventry vs Swansea, Middlesbrough vs Blackburn, and Afcon action live.
From icy swims in England to climate-affected harvests in Indonesia, The Guardian's photo editors capture poignant global moments on 26 December 2025. Explore the full gallery of images.
Bag a designer bargain: Selfridges' Boxing Day sale offers a Vivienne Westwood pearl necklace for just £85, down from £155. Discover the deal and alternative jewellery savings.
England were bowled out for just 110 on a chaotic first day at the MCG. Ben Duckett and Jacob Bethell's brief returns highlighted deeper systemic failures within the touring setup.