2025 Political Review Podcast: Key Moments and 2026 Outlook
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey dissect the biggest political events of 2025 and forecast the challenges for 2026. Listen to the full Politics Weekly UK podcast.
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Hidden Cave Factories: China's Architectural Secrets Revealed
A groundbreaking exhibition in Montreal shatters myths of drab communist-era design, revealing thrilling cave factories and a fierce debate over national style. Discover the untold story.
Edward Weston: Transforming the Ordinary into Sculpture
Explore how photographer Edward Weston's shift from pictorialism to modernism in the 1920s turned peppers, nudes and toilets into iconic art. See 'Becoming Modern' in Paris until 25 Jan.
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.
Bear's Fate Sealed in Emmerdale Modern Slavery Plot
Bear Wolf's life hangs in the balance in Emmerdale after a severe injury. With his true identity known to villains Celia and Ray, will he get medical help or face Anya's tragic fate?
Emmerdale: April's escape fails, family in danger
April Windsor's desperate bid to flee Emmerdale backfires, putting her entire family in the crosshairs of ruthless drug lord Celia Daniels. Discover the shocking consequences.
Classic Stories Rebooted as Modern Refugee Narratives
New adaptations of A Christmas Carol and Paddington reframe these beloved tales for today's audiences, exploring themes of displacement and compassion. Discover how these stories speak to the modern refugee experience.
Khao-So-i: A Fearless Modern Thai Bistro in Fitzrovia
Win Srinavakool's ambitious London outpost brings Chiang Mai's khao soi to a buzzy Fitzrovia basement. Discover novel flavours, a chaotic vibe, and a must-try laab dib. Book your table now.
Scott Galloway Addresses UK's Crisis of Masculinity
Marketing professor Scott Galloway analyses the modern crisis of masculinity in the UK, highlighting loneliness, economic shifts, and the need for new role models. Read his insights.
Hate Speech Forces Women Out of Swedish Public Life
A new report reveals rising hate and threats are silencing female politicians in Sweden, posing a severe threat to democracy. Read the full investigation.
Emmerdale: Laurel in danger as Ray's secret exposed
Laurel Thomas is dangerously smitten with Ray Walters in Emmerdale, unaware he runs a modern slavery ring. As Nicola King investigates, will Laurel become Celia's next victim?
Couple jailed for modern slavery in brothel
A couple from Smethwick has been sentenced for running a human trafficking ring, exploiting 14 women in a brothel. Learn how to spot the signs of modern slavery.
Dating app horror: Oral offer in 15 minutes
A journalist's experiment with UK dating apps reveals shocking behaviour as men offer sex within minutes. Discover why modern dating is pushing people to give up on love altogether.
Architect Robert AM Stern Dies Aged 86
Celebrated architect Robert AM Stern, famed for designing NYC's iconic 15 Central Park West and championing traditional modern design, has passed away at 86. Discover his lasting legacy.
Man jailed for enslaving eight at London car wash
Hewa Margai sentenced to eight years for modern slavery at his Mitcham car wash. Victims, including a teen, were trafficked and abused. Read the full investigation.
Car wash owner jailed for modern slavery in Mitcham
Hewa Margai, 45, imprisoned for keeping eight Romanian nationals in a squalid shed. The case was exposed by his youngest victim, a 15-year-old boy. Read the full investigation details.
Jonty Bravery guilty of assaulting Broadmoor nurses
Jonty Bravery, who threw a boy from Tate Modern, has been found guilty of attacking two nurses at Broadmoor hospital. Read the full details of the shocking assaults.
Modern aphorisms to help navigate 2025
Discover five contemporary aphorisms from James Geary's updated book 'The World in a Phrase' that offer wisdom for today's digital age and political climate.
John Nixon's Avant-Garde Art Exhibition at Heide
Explore the playful yet rigorous world of late Australian artist John Nixon at Heide Museum. Discover his radical approach blending art with everyday life. Visit before March 2026.
Making an Online/Offline Relationship Work
Discover how one couple bridges the digital gap: she's read 57 books, he's binge-watched Selling Sunset. Their secret? Listening and enjoying their differences. Read their story.
US Christian Right's Growing Influence in UK Politics
As Nigel Farage and Tommy Robinson embrace Christian rhetoric and US legal groups increase spending, Britain faces a potential shift toward religion-driven politics. Discover the consequences.
Famed Stahl House in Hollywood Hills for sale at $25M
The legendary Stahl House, a midcentury modern architectural icon in Los Angeles, hits the market for the first time at $25 million. Explore its remarkable history and cultural significance.
UK rejects Nigeria organ trafficking deportation plea
The UK government has refused Nigeria's request to deport former senator Ike Ekweremadu, convicted under the Modern Slavery Act for organ trafficking. Read the full story.
Hollywood's Dark Era: Why Films Are So Dim
Explore why blockbusters like Wicked: For Good face criticism for dark, murky visuals. Discover the technological and creative shifts behind cinema's colour drain. Read more.
Parent WhatsApp Groups: The Modern Parenting Hell
Discover why parent WhatsApp groups have become a relentless source of stress for UK families and learn how to reclaim your peace. Read the full story now.
Emmerdale star reveals Bear Wolf 'never coming back'
Emmerdale's Joshua Richards addresses Bear Wolf's tragic future in the show's hard-hitting modern slavery storyline. Discover the devastating details and why Bear may be gone for good.
The Rise of the 'Leastess' in Modern Party Hosting
Discover why modern party hosting has become a source of anxiety and how the 'leastess' phenomenon is changing social dynamics. Learn to reclaim joyful entertaining.
Trump and Mamdani's Surprisingly Cordial White House Meeting
In a stunning political twist, Donald Trump and democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani shared a warm White House meeting, focusing on New York's future. Discover the key moments that left observers bewildered.
UK Universities Cut Language Degrees as Demand Falls
UK universities are closing language departments as student demand plummets, despite Duolingo reporting young Brits are keen learners. Experts warn of a national crisis.
Bull Riding Enters Sports Science Era Amid Boom
Rodeo is transforming as bull riding embraces sports science. Discover how modern training methods are revolutionising this traditional sport while preserving its rugged heritage.
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