30 Best Board Games for Christmas 2025
Ditch the dusty classics! Our expert guide reveals the 30 best modern board games for Christmas 2025, from party hits to deep strategy, perfect for UK families and friends.
Ditch the dusty classics! Our expert guide reveals the 30 best modern board games for Christmas 2025, from party hits to deep strategy, perfect for UK families and friends.
Julianne Schultz reflects on the ‘jobs for mates’ culture in board appointments, arguing true meritocracy requires more than just ticking boxes. Read her insights on effective governance.
Discover expert tips on buying the perfect real Christmas tree in the UK. Learn how prices vary by size, type, and region, and where to find the best deals from supermarkets to local growers.
Viewers have expressed widespread disappointment with the 2025 festive TV line-up from major UK channels, criticising repeats and uninspiring shows. Discover the one programme getting praise.
Step behind a velvet curtain into Pineapple Pubs in Kentish Town. Find the perfect fireside spot, play board games, and enjoy ideal Thai winter warmers. Read our full review.
HSBC names Brendan Nelson as its new permanent chair after a year-long search, a move seen as a safe but surprising temporary fix for the banking giant. Discover the details and City reaction.
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Xbox 360's UK launch, we revisit the 15 most influential and memorable games that shaped its legacy, from groundbreaking exclusives to genre-defining hits.
An insider's look at the opaque and often baffling process of securing a seat on a UK government board. Discover the unspoken rules and hidden pathways to public appointments.
Fortnite players accuse Epic Games of using AI-generated art in Chapter 7, sparking debate. This follows CEO Tim Sweeney's call to remove 'Made with AI' labels from game stores. Read the full investigation.
A Hertfordshire mum reveals her 18-year method of preparing the festive feast in advance, saving three hours and £65.55. Discover her time-saving hacks for a stress-free Christmas.
Andreas Whittam Smith, co-founder of The Independent newspaper and former BBFC president, has died aged 88. Discover the legacy of the media pioneer.
See the first photos of the 2025 Downing Street Christmas tree, decorated by Jane Ingram and her daughter. Discover the festive details and what's next for London.
Discover the 10 best Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 game deals for Black Friday 2025 in the UK. Save on top titles like Zelda, Star Wars, and Persona 5. Don't miss out!
Ahmedabad pledges a flawless 2030 Commonwealth Games, learning from Delhi's 2010 challenges. Discover how India plans to lay foundations for the next century of sport.
Discover the ultimate tabletop games for Christmas 2025, featuring Warhammer, Pokémon, Doom and Disney Lorcana. Perfect gifts for gamers of all levels with prices from £19.99.
Amanda Thorpe believes her husband, celebrated England batsman Graham Thorpe, would still be alive with more mental health support from cricket's governing body. Read the full story.
Lidl slashes Christmas dinner prices, offering a festive feast for eight people for just £12. The budget supermarket promises it's the cheapest deal on the market. Discover the savings!
BBC board members face MPs over Trump speech edit scandal, denying coup allegations while admitting to slow response. Key resignations and potential lawsuit revealed.
The iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree, a gift from Norway, will be officially lit on 4th December 2025. Discover the ceremony details and festive schedule.
Celebrating the PlayStation 2's 25th UK anniversary, we explore the iconic game franchises that are still going strong today and those that time forgot. Discover gaming history.
A frustrated gamer argues major publishers are ignoring demand for single-player games in favour of lucrative live service models, while indie developers thrive by creating passionate projects.
A BBC board member resigns after being excluded from talks on liberal bias allegations that led to the director general's shock exit. Follow the latest developments.
BBC board member Shumeet Banerji resigns early, citing governance failures following high-level departures. Get the latest on this developing story.
Exclusive interview with IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak on 007: First Light, Eminem in Hitman, and why the games industry needs soul and risk-taking to survive.
Chiswick House unveils its first-ever Christmas experience inspired by The Twelve Days of Christmas carol. Open from November 21 to January 4 - book now!
Sektori delivers a stunning twin-stick shooter experience from ex-Housemarque developers. Read our in-depth review of this indie gem releasing November 2025.
Former WH Smith finance director Robert Moorhead withdraws from Greggs board position following damning audit report. CEO Carl Cowling steps down after profits overstated by £30m.
Arsenal FC confirms its controversial £10m-a-year sponsorship with Visit Rwanda will terminate in June 2025 following criticism over Rwanda's alleged support for M23 militia.
Massive early Black Friday savings on EA games! Grab Battlefield 6 and EA Sports FC 26 for up to 54% off on Amazon UK. Don't miss these incredible pre-holiday deals.
Harvard University investigates former president Larry Summers' Jeffrey Epstein ties as he resigns from OpenAI board. Read the latest developments in this ongoing scandal.