How Darts Rose from Pubs to World Stage
Jonathan Liew visits the PDC World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace to chart the sport's journey from working men's clubs to a global phenomenon and its future cultural impact.
Jonathan Liew visits the PDC World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace to chart the sport's journey from working men's clubs to a global phenomenon and its future cultural impact.
Cameron Menzies issues apology after punching table and burning hand on firework following shock World Darts Championship exit. PDC confirms DRA review.
Cameron Menzies left Alexandra Palace with a bleeding hand after a dramatic defeat. Explore the story behind the Scotsman's torment and the crowd's goading in this deep dive into darts' pressure cooker.
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Scotland's Cameron Menzies suffers deep cut after punching table in frustration following first-round defeat to 20-year-old Charlie Manby at Alexandra Palace. Full story and reaction.
Mikel Arteta faces a defensive headache with key players including Declan Rice and William Saliba major doubts for Arsenal's Premier League trip to Aston Villa. Get the latest team news and predicted line-up.
Ahead of their Premier League clash, both AFC Bournemouth and Chelsea are dealing with significant injury and suspension woes. Get the full team news and updates here.
Tottenham host Brentford with nine players sidelined. Get the latest on Solanke, Kulusevski, Maddison and Frank's 'special' reunion with the Bees.
Full injury update for Tottenham and Brentford ahead of their Premier League clash. Key stars including Maddison and Solanke are sidelined. Get the latest team news here.
The PDC World Darts Championship will stay at Alexandra Palace until 2031, moving to the Great Hall for a 70,000+ capacity increase from 2026. Read the full announcement.
The PDC signs a new five-year deal to keep the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace, moving to the larger Great Hall from 2026 to meet soaring ticket demand.
Franklin Francis, 56, described as a 'loving and kind' man, has died after a violent altercation in Forest Gate. Two men arrested. Police reassure community.
At just 18, Luke Littler reflects on his unprecedented darts success, winning six major titles, handling media attention, and bringing a new generation of fans to the sport. Discover his incredible journey.
Explore the week's most powerful photographs, from a Hong Kong fire and a sea turtle in Angola to festive lights at Liverpool Cathedral. Discover the stories behind the lens.
Challenge yourself with The Guardian's Thursday news quiz. 15 questions on topical events, pop culture, and general knowledge. How will you score? Share your results in the comments!
A visual journey across the globe: Ukrainian air defences, Gaza's flooded camps, and London's memorials. See the powerful images shaping our world today.
Defending champion Luke Littler will face Darius Labanauskas in the first round of the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship. Discover the full draw and his rivals' paths.
Chelsea and Arsenal are tracking Nottingham Forest's £70m-rated defender Murillo after his stellar performance against Liverpool. Discover the latest transfer news and analysis.
Explore the world's most powerful images this week, from a Gaza ceasefire and US border wall construction to a German winter wonderland and the Budapest Ballet Grand Prix.
Challenge yourself with our weekly sports quiz covering football, rugby, tennis, cricket, basketball and darts. Can you beat this week's questions?
Arsenal and Tottenham are among five Premier League clubs chasing Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, who has a £65m release clause. Discover the latest transfer battle.
Dive into the 224th edition of our Thursday news quiz. Challenge yourself with 15 questions on topical news, pop culture, and general knowledge. Share your score in the comments!
Luke Humphries vows revenge on Luke Littler after losing the Grand Slam final and his world number one spot. The stage is set for an explosive World Darts Championship.
18-year-old darts sensation Luke Littler makes history as the youngest-ever PDC world number one. Read about his semi-final victory and upcoming Grand Slam final.
Jose Barco, a Venezuelan-born US Army veteran awarded a Purple Heart, has been deported to Mexico by ICE following his attempted murder conviction. Read the full story of his case and the family's distress.
Dive into the 223rd edition of our Thursday news quiz. Test your knowledge on topical news, pop culture, and general trivia. How will you score?
Meta could face millions in penalties under Australia's new media bargaining rules while Google renews deals at lower rates. Learn how this affects news publishers.
A US district judge mandates immediate improvements to Chicago's overcrowded immigration processing centre, citing 'unacceptable' conditions and constitutional violations.
A man has been hospitalised with gunshot wounds following a shocking daylight shooting in Peckham. Police have launched an urgent investigation and cordoned off the area as they hunt for suspects.
Brentford face significant injury concerns ahead of their Premier League clash with Newcastle United, with several first-team players racing against time to be fit for Saturday's crucial fixture.