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£1,000 rent for a room in a Clapham shared flat
A 28-year-old tenant shares his experience of renting a room in a converted council flat in Clapham for £1,000 per month, living with his landlord who is also a friend. Discover the pros and cons of this London living arrangement.
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.
South Londoner battles eviction by homelessness charity
A Lewisham tenant faces court after a homelessness charity served a Section 21 notice. Kim Mansell disputes £1,885 arrears, claiming the charity aims to raise rent before new laws. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
Croydon tenants suffer winter with no heating and leaks
Residents of College Green in Croydon report years of neglect, including effluent leaks and no heating. The council has now promised a proper repair programme. Read their stories.
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.
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.
Greenwich HMO residents get £5k back from landlord
Tenants in a Greenwich HMO were forced to urinate in a bathtub for 58 days due to a broken toilet. A tribunal ordered a £5,300 rent repayment. Read the shocking details.
Only 2% of tenant complaints lead to enforcement
Exclusive data shows English councils prosecuted just 64 landlords despite 300,000 tenant complaints about unfit housing. New rights may remain 'symbolic' without proper funding.
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.
Renters' Rights Act Start Date: May 2026
The UK Government confirms the Renters' Rights Act starts May 1, 2026, ending Section 21 evictions. Discover what the new tenant protections mean for you.
Council tenants endure winter with broken windows
Enfield Council faces mounting criticism as tenants in council-owned flats suffer through broken and boarded-up windows during freezing temperatures, with repairs delayed for months.
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.
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.
UK Centenarians: Share Your Century of Wisdom
The Guardian is seeking UK centenarians to share their extraordinary life stories and unique perspectives on a century of change. If you're 100 or older, or know someone who is, we want to hear from you.
Shattered Dreams: War Obliterates Women's Futures
A poignant documentary reveals the devastating impact of conflict on women's lives and aspirations, capturing intimate stories of hope destroyed by the brutality of war.
London landlord finds tenant secretly running Airbnb
A Shepherd's Bush landlord made a startling discovery when he found his property being illegally sublet on Airbnb while the tenant claimed to be working abroad. The investigation reveals how London's rental crisis is creating new challenges for property o
London landlord finds tenant's secret cannabis farm
A North London landlord uncovered his tenant's double life after finding the property abandoned and transformed into an illegal cannabis farm, sparking a police investigation and highlighting rental property risks.
This Week's Most Stunning Global Pictures Revealed
From celestial wonders to sporting triumphs and poignant human moments - explore the world through this week's most powerful photographs capturing extraordinary events across continents.
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