Stephen Collins' 2025 cartoon on gifts and grifts
A look at Stephen Collins' latest Guardian cartoon for 2025, offering a sharp, satirical take on the year's themes of generosity and deceit. Explore the artwork's commentary now.
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Creative Recipes for Christmas Leftovers
Discover ingenious recipes from top chefs like Rosie Birkett and Yotam Ottolenghi to transform festive leftovers into delicious meals, reducing waste and savouring the post-Christmas calm.
2025's Most Shocking TV Moments: Celia Imrie to Doctor Who
Relive the year's wildest TV, from a flatulent 'Traitors' moment and a shocking 'Strictly' exit to Doctor Who's bizarre regeneration and a zero-star review disaster.
Strictly bosses eye 90s star Melanie Blatt for 2026 series
BBC bosses are reportedly keen to sign All Saints star Melanie Blatt for the next full series of Strictly Come Dancing after she impressed in the 2025 Christmas special. Get the latest Strictly news and rumours.
West End Boxing Day Sale: Theatre Tickets from £13
London's West End Boxing Day theatre sale is live, with tickets from just £13 for hits like Wicked and Harry Potter. The sale runs until December 28. Grab your post-Christmas bargain now.
Scorsese's Tribute to Murdered Friends Rob & Michele Reiner
Martin Scorsese pens a devastating tribute to his late friends Rob and Michele Reiner, remembering the filmmaker's 'bitingly funny' humour and their decades-long bond. Read the full story.
How to Safely Reheat Your Christmas Leftovers
A food hygiene expert reveals the safest methods for reheating Christmas turkey, vegetables, and more to avoid food poisoning this Boxing Day. Follow these essential tips.
7 Best Films on TV: 28 Years Later & More
Danny Boyle's zombie saga '28 Years Later' returns to Sky Cinema. Plus, Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme', 'Elvis', and four other top picks for your week in front of the telly.
Snuggle: Danish Duo's Dream-Pop Success Story
Danish duo Snuggle's debut album 'Goodbyehouse' became a 2025 underground hit. Discover their journey through loss, the Copenhagen scene, and major 2026 festival bookings.
TikTok OOTDs empower over-50 blogger after health battle
Parenting blogger Jen Walshaw shares how sharing daily outfits on TikTok helped her recover from a debilitating illness, building a supportive community and challenging fashion ageism. Discover her inspiring journey.
Dominik Diamond's 2025 Alternative Game Awards
Journalist Dominik Diamond reveals his household's most-played games of 2025, from Overwatch to Balatro, and shares his personal gaming highs and lows. Discover which title saved his soul and the scandal that shocked him.
Amandaland Christmas special hailed as 'pure magic'
The BBC's Amandaland Christmas special wowed viewers with a hilarious reunion of Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley. Fans call it 'brilliant TV' and 'the funniest thing ever'. Stream it now on BBC iPlayer.
No 1 Poultry's Roof Garden to Open Free to Public
The famous postmodernist building in the City of London will undergo a major retrofit and open its rooftop terrace with views of the Bank of England to all visitors for free from autumn 2027.
Natural History Museum to reopen galleries shut for decades
London's Natural History Museum is unlocking two galleries closed since WWII and 2004. Discover the ambitious plans to move millions of specimens and create new public spaces before the museum's 150th anniversary.
The Housemaid review: A trashy festive thriller treat
Paul Feig's adaptation of Freida McFadden's bestseller offers a tongue-in-cheek, campy antidote to Christmas excess. Starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, it's in UK cinemas now.
Unfashionable Spending Trends to Avoid in 2026
Personalised number plates, obnoxious sinks, and over-engineered homeware are officially out of style. Discover what not to waste your money on as we head into the new year.
Guardian's Best Portraits of 2025: Stars & Stories
Explore The Guardian's most powerful portraits of 2025, featuring Nick Cave, Jamie Lee Curtis, Rami Malek and more. See the faces behind the year's biggest stories.
TV bidding war erupts over 'Tupperware erotica' novel
A fierce auction for TV rights to 'Wet Ink', an unpublished novel about a 1960s housewife smuggling erotica in Tupperware, signals a major trend for female-authored stories. Discover the details.
Prue Leith's Christmas Cake Ice Cream Recipe
Great British Bake Off judge Prue Leith shares her clever recipe for turning leftover Christmas cake into a delicious vanilla ice cream dessert that even kids will love. Get the easy method and tips here.
10 Buzzing Debut Novels to Watch in 2026
Discover the most anticipated debut novels of 2026, featuring a Pulitzer finalist's first novel, a surreal prison tale, and a tradwife influencer sent to 1805. Pre-order these exciting new voices now.
Cinemas launch VIP beds and bars to lure film fans back
UK cinema chains like Odeon and Vue are investing in premium experiences with VIP beds and wine coolers to attract audiences, as the industry aims for a £1bn box office in 2025.
The Essential Twixmas Jumper for Post-Christmas Style
Discover the perfect 'Twixmas' jumper, a cosy yet sophisticated knit designed for the quiet days between Christmas and New Year. Fashion expert Jess Cartner-Morley explains how to choose one.
Swiss Photographer's Intimate 1950s Honeymoon Pictures Caused Scandal
René Groebli's tender, erotic photographs of his wife in a Paris hotel room scandalised the 1950s. Now 98, he reflects on the work that redefined intimate photography.
Roman's 'Flattering' £50 Party Dress is a Hit with Shoppers
Shoppers are raving about Roman's Black Side Twist Glitter Dress, calling it 'very slimming' and perfect for festive parties. Discover the details and where to buy it.
Corrie: Abi Uncovers Carl's Shocking Boxing Day Secret
In a new Coronation Street clip, Abi Webster pieces together her partner Carl's infidelity on Boxing Day. Will this be the final straw for their rocky relationship?
Emmerdale: Killer's Master Plan Revealed in ITVX Release
John Sugden's sinister scheme to win back Aaron Dingle takes a dark turn as he kidnaps Kev Townsend. Discover the chilling details in the early ITVX release.
Chalamet's 'offensive' Marty Supreme hits UK cinemas
Timothée Chalamet delivers a powerhouse, Oscar-tipped performance as the deeply unlikeable Marty Mauser in Josh Safdie's chaotic sports biopic 'Marty Supreme', now in UK cinemas.
Leftover Turkey Pie Gets a Watercress Twist
Revamp your Christmas leftovers with a nutritious turkey and watercress pie. This easy recipe uses ready-made pastry and is packed with vitamins. Perfect for a post-festive boost!
What to Wear for the Perfect Boxing Day TV Lounge
Discover the ultimate guide to stylish, comfortable loungewear for your Boxing Day TV marathon. From cashmere tracksuits to cosy knits, find your perfect post-Christmas outfit.
Radu Lupu's Unreleased Recordings: A Posthumous Surprise
A stunning collection of unreleased recordings by the late, legendary pianist Radu Lupu has been discovered. This album offers a profound new glimpse into his genius. Discover the treasures from the vault.
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