EU Plans Crackdown on Airbnb-Style Rentals
The European Commission unveils its first-ever affordable housing plan, targeting short-term lets and speculation. Barcelona's 2028 rental ban faces legal challenge.
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Top 10 Scariest Christmas TV Ghost Stories
From MR James to Mark Gatiss, explore the finest festive chillers that have haunted British TV schedules. Discover the classics that define Christmas terror.
Share your positive 2025 news moments with The Guardian
Amid challenging headlines, The Guardian invites US readers to share the news stories from 2025 that brought them hope or happiness. Contribute your ray of light anonymously.
Review: 'The Liz Truss Show' - Hapless Political Ravings
A scathing review of 'The Liz Truss Show' at the Soho Theatre, where the former PM's 49-day tenure is satirised as a chaotic spectacle of ideological fervour and failure.
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.
Sky Podcast 'Prey' Gives Voice to Grooming Gang Survivors
Sky News documentary 'Prey' reveals the harrowing reality of grooming gangs through survivor stories. Listen now on the Sky News Daily podcast for crucial insights.
Immersive Coventry exhibition explores South Asian stories
Explore 'The Stories That Made Us' at Coventry's Herbert Art Gallery, an immersive journey through four decades of South Asian migration, community, and resilience. Open until May 2026.
The Greatest Life Lessons Shared by Readers
Discover the profound and practical life lessons readers have learned, from navigating uncertainty to everyday wisdom. Share your own insights and join the conversation.
Sydney Airport Taxi Crisis: Short Fare Refusals
Exclusive investigation reveals Sydney airport taxi drivers routinely refuse short fares, leaving passengers stranded and sparking industry-wide debate about queue system fairness.
Finding Love: 5 Inspiring UK Couples' Stories
From ICU meet-cutes to holiday romances, discover how five couples found lasting love this year. Heartwarming stories that prove romance is alive and well.
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.
Cotswolds Hotel Stay Slashed to £69 in Black Friday Deal
Wowcher's Black Friday offer drops four-star Cotswolds hotel stay for two to just £69. Includes dinner credit, breakfast and late checkout. Limited availability.
Why Bar Stools Are a Torture Device for Short People
Discover why bar stools are a daily struggle for shorter individuals in UK cafes and pubs. From humiliation to physical pain, is it time for a seating revolution? Join the conversation.
Police Officer Sacked for Misogynistic Erotic Writing
A Metropolitan Police detective has been dismissed for gross misconduct after writing misogynistic erotic fiction on his work laptop. Discover the full details of the case.
Chekhov's Funny Side Uncovered in New Translations
Newly translated Chekhov stories reveal the Russian writer's playful humour and early literary struggles. Discover the man behind the classics in these fresh translations.
Bristol couple's £1,200 rental: Mould and love
Hannah and Scott rent a £1,200 pcm flat in Bristol's Clifton. They battle mould and single glazing but love their cosy home. Discover their unique renting journey and future plans.
New Jeeves and Wooster Stories Released for Christmas
Discover 'Jeeves Again', a new collection of PG Wodehouse-inspired stories from celebrity authors. A perfect Christmas gift for literary fans. Order now from Guardian Bookshop.
Award-winning author Marina Lewycka dies at 79
British-Ukrainian novelist Marina Lewycka, author of A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian, has died aged 79. Discover her remarkable journey from refugee to literary sensation.
How the climate crisis affects daily life in the US
The Guardian invites US residents to share personal stories of how the climate crisis has impacted their everyday lives, from dried-up rivers to wildfire restrictions.
Guardian's Pet I'll Never Forget column returns
The Guardian's cherished 'Pet I'll Never Forget' column is back. Share your most memorable stories about the pets that changed your life for this beloved feature.
Bill Bryson Shares Writing Secrets and Pet Hates
Author Bill Bryson reveals his writing rituals, pet peeves and surprising hidden talent in a candid interview about his revised classic A Short History of Nearly Everything.
Dating disaster: When his mum started grinding on him
A woman shares her cringe-worthy dating disaster after her date's mother started grinding on him in a bar. Read the full story of this unforgettable night.
Unusual Names: How They Shape Your Life
From Rihanna's children RZA and Riot to people named Peach and Aquaman, discover how unusual names influence identity and perception. Share your unique name story with us.
Author Marina Lewycka Dies Aged 79
British-Ukrainian novelist Marina Lewycka, famed for 'A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian', has died at 79. Discover her literary legacy and life story.
British Airways axes four UK routes in network shake-up
British Airways has confirmed it will cease operations on four popular short-haul routes from the UK, affecting flights to Germany, Austria and domestic services in a significant network restructuring.
Ex-officer: 'I'm not a racist murderer' in Bayoh case
Ex-constable Nicole Short speaks out for the first time since the 2015 custody death that sparked major public inquiry and racial justice protests across Scotland.
Deportation to Recovery: Overcoming Addiction Against Odds
An extraordinary story of redemption as a former deportee shares his powerful journey through addiction recovery and the life-changing support that helped him rebuild his life in the UK.
Inside Britain's Asylum Capital: Human Stories
An immersive investigation into the UK's asylum processing hub reveals the reality of life for refugees and the communities supporting them, as political debates intensify.
Michael Burry Bets Against AI: Tech Stocks Plunge
Legendary investor Michael Burry places massive short positions against AI stocks, triggering dramatic tech sector sell-off and raising questions about AI bubble.
The Lost Boys of Mercury: Church Abuse Documentary
A devastating documentary reveals the lifelong trauma suffered by survivors of abuse at Catholic schools in Scotland, challenging the Church's narrative of reconciliation.
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