Top 10 Folk Albums of 2025 Revealed
Discover the definitive list of the year's best folk music, featuring raw Scots ballads, Norwegian soundscapes, and genre-defying global fusions. Explore the artists shaping 2025's acoustic landscape.
Discover the definitive list of the year's best folk music, featuring raw Scots ballads, Norwegian soundscapes, and genre-defying global fusions. Explore the artists shaping 2025's acoustic landscape.
On Christmas Eve 2012, the BBC's family fantasy show Merlin delivered a devastating finale that shocked millions. We revisit the controversial ending that still haunts fans 13 years later.
The 1967 rape and murder of Louisa Dunne in Bristol was solved 58 years later, marking the UK's longest-running cold case breakthrough. Discover how modern forensics and relentless review brought justice.
Actor and comedian Nick Mohammed opens up about his infamous betrayal on The Celebrity Traitors, his magic career, and new roles in War and Slow Horses. Discover the full story.
A 13th-century treatise by Oxford friar Richard Fishacre, proposing planets orbit stars beyond Earth, has been rediscovered. This challenges views on medieval cosmology. Read the full story.
In a special Christmas episode, Sky News' Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim answer listener questions, reflecting on 2025's biggest news and looking ahead to 2026. Listen to the podcast now.
Discover why countries across Europe and Latin America exchange presents on Christmas Eve, rooted in ancient Christian tradition. Explore the global festive customs.
Luca Guadagnino's critically acclaimed tennis drama 'Challengers', starring Zendaya, is now streaming for free on BBC iPlayer. Discover the sizzling love triangle that captivated audiences.
Next's Smoothing Ponte Jersey Wide Leg Trousers, priced at £38, are winning over UK shoppers seeking stylish and flattering office wear. Discover why customers are buying them in every colour.
Victoria Beckham's luxury hand cream collection is a hit with shoppers, scoring 4.7 stars. Discover the four-piece set's key ingredients and how it compares to more affordable alternatives.
Explore The Guardian's unique audio journey through 2025. Discover the stories, challenges, and insights from a landmark year in podcast journalism. Listen now.
Tackle the Guardian's Sudoku 7,151, a medium-level puzzle. Find the print version and learn where to get solutions for weekend challenges. Exercise your logic today!
Ubisoft's 'From The Ashes' DLC for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is a standout expansion that refines gameplay and boasts stunning visuals. Read our full review of this cinematic tie-in with Avatar 3: Fire and Ash.
Discover your personalised star sign forecast for Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Venus in Sagittarius angles towards Neptune, creating a dreamy, intuitive atmosphere for relationships and decisions. Read on for your full daily horoscope.
The RSC's lavish production of Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' at the Barbican Centre is visually stunning but overly busy. Our review of this three-hour comedy running until January 2026.
Review of Guz Khan's charming BBC Christmas special 'Stuffed', a funny and sweet tale of a family's Lapland holiday. Now available on iPlayer.
Strictly Come Dancing unveils a special Argentine tango and a Love Actually parody for Tess Daly's last show. The Christmas special airs December 25th on BBC One.
Newly released death certificates for filmmaker Rob Reiner and wife Michele detail the 'sharp force injuries' from a knife that killed them within minutes. Their son Nick faces murder charges.
Dylan Penders fears for his Emmerdale family as Ray Walters' threats escalate. With April in danger and a £2k weekly demand, can Marlon and Rhona find a way out? Read the latest spoilers.
A CBS News investigation into alleged torture at El Salvador's CECOT prison, where Trump deported migrants, was pulled hours before airing. Reporter Sharyn Alfonsi calls it a 'political' decision. Read the full story.
Screenwriter David Farr reveals Hugh Laurie was 'tricky' on The Night Manager set after wanting Tom Hiddleston's lead role. All episodes of Season 2 premiere New Year's Day on BBC One.
Police drop case against rapper Bobby Vylan after finding insufficient evidence for conviction over controversial Glastonbury Festival performance. Read the full story.
Ellie Goulding reveals her growing baby bump in a TikTok video with boyfriend Beau Minniear, sparking excitement among fans. The couple confirmed their relationship in September.
Alec Baldwin opens up about the profound personal toll of the Rust shooting case, revealing depression, suicidal thoughts, and the 'deepest pain' for his family. The actor's manslaughter trial was dismissed in 2024.
A former Rockstar technical director reveals plans for GTA games set in Tokyo, Moscow, and Rio, developed locally. Discover why these global spin-offs never happened and why the series stays in the US.
Debbie Turner, who played Marta in The Sound of Music, reveals why she left Hollywood to become a florist, decorating the White House and palaces. Discover her unique story.
Marks & Spencer's floral appliqué shift dress is now half price at £24.75. Shoppers praise its 'sin-hiding' fit and versatile style for work and parties. Grab the bargain while stocks last.
The 'near-perfect' cosy crime drama, a hit on Netflix, returns with a festive two-hour special on Channel 5. Discover the plot, cast, and how to watch.
Smartphones use AI to automatically enhance your pictures without your knowledge. Discover how this hidden processing changes our perception of reality and what we lose in the process.
A homemade velvet ribbon garland is the UK's top festive decor trend, with shops selling miles of fabric. Discover the viral craft driving sales from Lincoln to Lapland.