Bafta's 2026 film awards longlists show progress on diversity, with Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' securing 14 entries and female directors hitting a 50% target. Full nominations announced 27 Jan.
Groundbreaking research presented in Edinburgh shows a key age-related egg defect may be reversible, potentially boosting IVF success rates for women over 35. Learn about the science offering hope to end the emotional IVF rollercoaster.
Gambian religious leaders and an MP are challenging the ban on female genital mutilation at the Supreme Court. This case follows infant deaths and is seen as part of a wider global regression on women's rights.
Oscar-winner Chloé Zhao questions Hollywood's inclusivity as a new report finds only nine women directed 2025's top 100 US films. Discover her insights and the industry's gender diversity crisis.
Explore six powerful photographs by women from the Global South, capturing everyday life, art, and activism. Discover stories from India, Morocco, Colombia, Cuba, Uganda, and South Africa.
Enzo Maresca and Ruben Amorim lost their jobs after public criticism. This analysis argues the real power brokers at Chelsea and Man Utd must now front up to the press. Read more.
Meet the 10 exceptional young talents, from Alara Sehitler to Trinity Armstrong, poised to dominate women's football in the coming year. Discover their journeys and future prospects.
Amanda Nguyen, the first Vietnamese woman in space, opens up about a 'tsunami of harassment' following her historic Blue Origin flight with Katy Perry and Gayle King.
Valerie Lolomari shares her harrowing experience of female genital mutilation as a child in Nigeria. Now an MBE and founder of Women of Grace, she fights to end FGM and gender-based violence.
An exclusive interview reveals the non-stop routine of Lucy Guo, who built a fortune from AI and now works seven days a week, driven by a mindset that shuns the concept of a day off.
Fulham's Beau Parker faces a second ACL recovery as Kingston University research, backed by FIFA, investigates why women are 2-7 times more susceptible. Discover the findings.
The US Department of Veterans Affairs has immediately banned abortion services, with no exceptions for rape or incest, following a Department of Justice memo. This rolls back a key Biden-era policy.
Discover syntribation, the discreet, hands-free masturbation technique giving women incredible orgasms. Experts reveal its benefits and how to practise it.
Kate Winslet claims sexism in film forced her to call in favours for her directorial debut 'Goodbye June', leading to underpaid crew. She criticises industry bias.
Beatriz Bernal's pioneering 1545 knight's tale, the first Spanish novel by a woman, is reborn in an illustrated adaptation. Discover the strong female characters that predate Don Quixote.
BP appoints Meg O'Neill as its first female CEO, replacing Murray Auchincloss after less than two years. The move signals a renewed focus on oil and gas profits. Read the full story.
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' delivers stunning visuals but remains a colossal, emotionally vacant epic. The third instalment lands in UK cinemas on 19 December.
The Guardian is asking readers to name their best film of 2025. Share your favourite thriller, comedy or horror anonymously via our secure form. Tell us now!
The UK government is set to introduce new rules for funeral directors in England after a series of scandals, ending the current unregulated 'free for all'. Read more.
Readers discuss Lara Croft's status, Half-Life 3 rumours, and the future of major publishers in the latest GameCentral letters page. Join the debate and share your views.
Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' sweeps the London Critics' Circle Film Awards nominations with nine nods. Discover the full list of contenders and the celebration of human creativity over algorithms.
The 1978 animated film Watership Down, infamous for its dark scenes, is now available to stream on BFI Player via Amazon Prime Video. Discover why this 'children's' film shocked a generation.
Steven Spielberg's acclaimed 2002 film 'Catch Me If You Can', starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks, is now streaming on Netflix UK and climbing the charts. Discover why fans call it a secret Christmas classic.
Barcelona's Aitana Bonmatí cements her legendary status by becoming the first player ever to top the Guardian's 100 best female footballers list for three straight years. Discover the full rankings.
Aitana Bonmatí tops the Guardian's 2025 list of the 100 best female footballers. See the full breakdown of 104,140 votes and discover how Arsenal's Russo and Caldentey placed.
Rhoda Kalema, a trailblazing Ugandan politician and women's rights advocate, has passed away at 96. Discover the life of the nation's first female MP.
Jailed Iranian director Jafar Panahi premieres a darkly comic critique of state violence and bribery at Cannes. His film 'It Was Just an Accident' hits UK cinemas 5 December.
The iconic 2003 festive film 'Love Actually' is now streaming on Netflix, delighting fans who call it the ultimate Christmas romantic comedy. Discover why this star-studded classic endures.
The original boat used in the classic film 'The African Queen' was scrapped, a fate revealed in a new biography of Katharine Hepburn. Discover the story of a lost cinematic icon.
At the Marrakech film festival, Jodie Foster reflects on her child actor start, the dangers for young performers, and why she'd never choose the profession now.