A 48-year-old Reform voter and a 22-year-old law graduate found surprising agreement on taxing billionaires during a cross-political dining experience in County Durham. Discover their views on immigration and integration.
A woman planning for a baby argues mothers deserve a bigger say in naming due to pregnancy's physical toll. The debate on parental naming rights unfolds online. Read the full story.
A baby girl found abandoned in a plastic bag in Newham is to be adopted by her foster carers. Discover the extraordinary story of Elsa and her two siblings, also foundlings.
Actor Dax Shepard reveals he offered to pay for his 11-year-old daughter's egg freezing at 18, sparking a fierce online debate about parenting and fertility. Read the full story.
The Netherlands is poised to ban most consumer fireworks following a violent New Year's Eve that caused over 1,200 injuries. Discover the growing European crackdown on the tradition.
Aldi's popular Baby Event is back, offering parents huge savings on essentials from 82p. Discover the must-have items and why shoppers call it a 'lifesaver'.
As tech giants fuel speculation on sentient AI, experts warn anthropomorphising distracts from urgent digital harms. Explore the risks of granting legal rights to machines.
Thousands of UK women are complaining that modern knickers are too small and flimsy, with shrinking gussets causing discomfort. Experts confirm the design shift, driven by athleisure wear. Discover the details of the underwear uprising.
Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of a selfish ping-pong hustler in 'Marty Supreme' ignites a fresh debate about likability in cinema, especially for male leads. Discover why this awards contender divides audiences.
A new bill to enact the UK-EU 'reset' deal will reignite fierce Brexit debates in Parliament. Discover the key points of contention and the potential £9bn economic impact.
Metro readers argue Trump's Venezuela intervention is about oil control, not restoring democracy. They draw parallels with Iraq and question the precedent set. Have your say in the comments.
Metro readers clash over concert etiquette: is standing up in seated areas a joy-killer or essential for atmosphere? Join the debate and have your say.
Guardian readers passionately debate whether the internet's harms outweigh its benefits. From democracy to disability, we explore the arguments for and against switching off the digital world.
A psychotherapy trainee and a retired software engineer found common ground living abroad but clashed on gentrification, second homes, and mental health during a Guardian 'Dining Across the Divide' session. Discover their takeaways.
JoJo Siwa shocks fans by changing her TikTok name to Joelle Siwa for the new year. Discover the fan theories and her future wedding plans with Chris Hughes.
Emmerdale actress Georgia Jay, who plays Steph Miligan, has revealed she secretly gave birth to daughter Nora in June 2025. See the adorable first photo and co-star reactions.
Toby Morton, a writer for South Park, has purchased the trumpkennedycenter.org domain, creating a satirical site mocking the controversial renaming of the Washington arts venue. Discover the backlash and legal challenges.
Audrey and Noah's relationship is tested by a cultural clash over showering techniques. She champions thorough exfoliation; he's a 'quick-shower guy'. You decide whose argument washes best.
The Kennedy Center reportedly changed its voting rules before a unanimous decision to add Donald Trump's name, triggering protests and legal challenges. Explore the details and fallout.
A growing list of musical acts are pulling out of performances at the Washington DC venue after its board voted to add Donald Trump's name. Discover the latest cancellations and legal battles.
A new cartoon by Ella Baron critiques Nigel Farage's proposed 'Britishness' test. Explore the artistic commentary on national identity and political rhetoric in the UK.
A row over activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah's UK passport reveals a deepening national debate on what it means to be British, with new data showing shifting public attitudes. Explore the political implications.
A nostalgic look back at the most popular baby names in 1995, as 2025 marks 30 years. Discover the top 60 names for boys and girls and see how trends have changed.
Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty adopts double-barrelled surname after marrying Holly Ramsay, as a reported family feud intensifies. Read the full story on the dramatic fallout.
Guardian editor Katy Guest declares war on festive pairings like turkey with cranberry sauce. Discover her fiery take on culinary rules and the combos she finds utterly perverse.
Sky News Daily's final festive episode revisits the polarising summer of 2025, where flags sparked a national conversation on patriotism. Listen to the full analysis with experts Sunder Katwala and Tom Cheshire.
Discover the real London spots featured in Rowan Atkinson's new festive Netflix series, Man Vs Baby. From Piccadilly Circus to a historic Tower Hill landmark.
As the internet fuels political polarisation, Guardian readers question if a return to analogue life would protect democracy. Share your view on the digital dilemma.
CBS News, under new ownership, launches a contentious debate series questioning feminism's success while women's rights face global decline. Explore the media power shift and its implications.
A top baby name guru from London warns parents about trendy, tricky and famous names they may come to regret. Discover the full list and expert advice here.