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Guardian Travel Competition: Share Your Secret Beach

The Guardian invites UK travellers to share their favourite lesser-known European beach for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. Tom Hall of Lonely Planet will judge. Enter by 5 January 2026.

Charlotte Commuter Train Stabbing Leaves One Dead

A fatal stabbing on a Charlotte commuter train has left one man dead and a suspect in custody. The attack has raised urgent questions about public transport safety in North Carolina.

Why UK fuel prices remain high as oil costs fall

UK drivers face stubbornly high petrol and diesel costs despite a drop in oil prices. We examine the clash between retailers, regulators, and campaigners over alleged profiteering and complex supply chains.

Construction worker wins £47k car in online competition

A London construction worker is in shock after winning a brand-new £47,000 Cupra Terramar in an online spot-the-ball competition. After two years of playing, Amaniel Haile was surprised at work by BOTB. Read his incredible story.

Avanti's 7am Manchester-London train saved from axe

The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London has been saved after a public outcry. Passengers and staff react to the U-turn on plans to scrap the busy but often delayed intercity train.

Campaigners: Baby Formula Reforms Must Go Further

The UK government faces calls for stronger action on the baby formula crisis, as new measures fall short of a price cap. Discover the impact on families and the CMA's key recommendations.

U-turn on Manchester to London 'ghost train' plan

The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. Read the full story on the victory for commuters and local politicians.

Teen sexually assaulted on train to Wrexham

British Transport Police hunt man after a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted on a train to Wrexham. He made inappropriate comments and blocked her exit. Call 0800 40 50 40.

Avanti's 7am Manchester-London 'ghost train' saved

The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator U-turn. The sub-two-hour train, vital for business and hospital trips, had faced being axed.

Retired Fireman Wins £120k BMW X5 in BOTB Prize

A retired firefighter from Cheltenham has scooped a BMW X5 and a tax-free cash bundle worth nearly £120,000 in an online spot the ball competition. Read his heartwarming story.

Genius Crossword 270: £100 Prize Competition

Challenge yourself with Guardian's Genius Crossword 270 featuring modified answers and hidden quotations. Register now for a chance to win the £100 monthly prize. Deadline: 3 January.

Manchester to London train to run empty for months

A popular 7am Avanti West Coast train from Manchester to London will run without passengers for six months. Passengers call the move 'totally ridiculous'. Find out why the rail regulator ordered the change.

Rugby's R360 League Postponed Until 2028

The proposed R360 breakaway rugby competition delays launch by two years until 2028 amid international opposition. Strategic decision or sign of trouble?

Win £200 for Your Best UK Winter Walk Tip

Share your favourite UK winter walking route for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. Tom Hall of Lonely Planet will judge the best entry. Competition closes 5th December.

2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Award Winners

Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards, from a preening brush turkey to a wise cassowary. These captivating images support vital bird conservation programmes across Australia.

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