Author Sarah Moss on her literary life and influences
Acclaimed author Sarah Moss shares her earliest reading memories, the books that shaped her, and her critical view of classic novels like Wuthering Heights. Discover her literary journey.
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Where to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026 in London
Discover the best places to celebrate the 2026 Chinese Lunar New Year in London, from Chinatown parades to Greenwich lantern workshops. Plan your festive weekend now.
London Chinese New Year Parade 2026: Route & Times
Your complete guide to the 2026 London Chinese New Year parade for the Year of the Horse. Find the start time, full route map from Trafalgar Square to Chinatown, and all key details for the February 22 celebrations.
UK Launches National Year of Reading to Tackle Youth Literacy
With reading for pleasure at a 20-year low, a new UK-wide initiative for 2026 aims to distribute 72,000 books and reignite a love of stories, starting with art. Discover how.
Best Mindfulness Reads for Your Best Life in 2026
Discover the top mindfulness and self-help books for 2026, curated by Metro. From Mel Robbins to Dr Julie Smith, find your guide to a calmer, clearer year ahead.
Schoolchildren hurt in icy Reading coach crash
Nine children were among 19 injured after a school coach and bus collided on an icy slip road near Reading. Two were hospitalised as emergency services dealt with the aftermath.
School bus crashes in Kent on black ice, children injured
A double-decker school bus crashed into a ditch in Kent after slipping on black ice. In a separate incident in Reading, nine children were injured in a coach and bus collision. Latest updates and safety warnings.
December's Top Reads: Hollinghurst, Harvey & Readers
Discover the books captivating writers and Guardian readers this December, from Iris Murdoch's 'The Green Knight' to Claire Keegan's 'Small Things Like These'. Join the literary conversation.
Gen Z Drives UK Romance Novel Boom via BookTok
Discover how a new generation of readers, connected online, is transforming the UK's literary scene with romance and 'romantasy' novels, creating vibrant communities and events.
Teens Reading Fewer Full Novels: A Crisis in Education
A worrying trend sees schools abandoning full novels for excerpts, risking students' academic and personal development. Discover the causes and why we must act to restore a love of reading.
Tom Gauld's 2026 cartoon on doomed reading resolutions
Cartoonist Tom Gauld perfectly skewers our annual, overly ambitious reading goals in his latest Guardian comic. Discover why his witty take on 'reading resolutions' is so relatable.
Weekly Tarot Horoscope: January 5-11, 2026
Discover what the tarot cards reveal for your star sign this week. From cosy retreats to relationship resolutions, find your guidance for January 5 to 11, 2026.
2025 confirmed as UK's warmest and sunniest year
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's warmest and sunniest year on record, with a mean temperature of 10.09°C. Experts link the record-breaking heat to human-induced climate change. Discover the full data and impacts.
National Trust bans volunteer over website spelling mistakes
A 71-year-old volunteer was blacklisted by the National Trust after sending a dossier of 400 hours' worth of spelling and factual errors from the charity's website to its director-general. Read the full story.
London's 2026 New Year's Day Parade Marks 40th Year
London welcomed 2026 with its spectacular New Year's Day Parade, celebrating its 40th anniversary. See the giant balloons, marching bands, and vibrant floats that filled Westminster.
Andrew Miller: The Books That Made Me a Writer
Award-winning novelist Andrew Miller reveals the books that changed him, from DH Lawrence's 'The Rainbow' to the strange genius of Penelope Fitzgerald. Discover his literary journey.
London NYE fireworks review: 'Pointless night' & £20 burgers
A Londoner's review of the Mayor's New Year's Eve fireworks reveals overcrowding, a £20 burger price, and a TV-centric spectacle. Was it worth £45? Read the verdict.
Two killed, church gutted in Dutch New Year chaos
A violent New Year's Eve in the Netherlands saw two fatalities from fireworks, a historic church destroyed by fire, and unprecedented attacks on emergency services. Read the full report on the night of chaos.
Thousands brave cold for London's New Year's Day Parade
Crowds lined London's streets for the colourful New Year's Day Parade, featuring 8,000 performers. Mayor Sadiq Khan hails the capital's celebrations as the world's greatest. Read more.
Global New Year 2026 Celebrations from Sydney to London
From Sydney's harbour to London's Thames, cities worldwide ushered in 2026 with dazzling fireworks displays. See how the global celebrations unfolded in our round-up. Discover the highlights now.
35 Happy New Year Quotes & Wishes for 2026
Welcome 2026 with our curated list of 35 uplifting New Year quotes, messages, and wishes from Brad Paisley, CS Lewis, and more. Perfect for sharing hope and positivity.
New Year's Day Cleaning: The Bad Luck Superstition Explained
Discover why sweeping or washing on January 1st is seen as bad luck across cultures. From washing away loved ones to sweeping off good fortune, we explore the folklore and offer lucky alternatives for 2026.
Best TV to Watch on New Year's Day 2026
Start 2026 with a stellar TV line-up. The Traitors returns, Stranger Things concludes, and The Night Manager is back after a decade. Your ultimate viewing guide.
How Manchester & London Welcomed New Year 1926
Explore the boisterous New Year's Eve celebrations of 1926 in Albert Square, Manchester, and the gayest post-war festivities in London, from St Paul's to the Albert Hall.
New Year's Day Tube closures and bus diversions in London
Plan your New Year's Day journeys in London with key Tube lines closed, bus diversions for the parade, and special service schedules across TfL networks. Check all the essential travel updates here.
Sydney's New Year's Eve 2026 Fireworks Spectacular
Sydney Harbour Bridge was illuminated by a breathtaking fireworks display as Australia ushered in 2026. Watch the stunning spectacle that captivated millions.
UK Welcomes 2026 with Spectacular New Year Displays
London and Edinburgh welcomed 2026 with stunning fireworks. Over 100,000 watched the Thames display, while Edinburgh's Hogmanay returned with a bang. See the highlights.
London's 2026 NYE fireworks draw 100,000 amid global celebrations
London's iconic fireworks display ushered in 2026 for 100,000 spectators, while global celebrations from Sydney to Seoul carried hopes for peace. Discover how the world marked the new year.
Global New Year 2026 Celebrations in Pictures
Explore stunning images of New Year 2026 celebrations from Sydney to San Francisco. See how the world welcomed the new decade with fireworks and festivities.
Best New Year's Movies for a Cosy 2026 Night-In
Skip the crowds and welcome 2026 with our curated list of the best New Year's Eve films for a perfect cosy night-in, from classic rom-coms to festive tearjerkers.
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