Photis Gaitanos' rough fingers adroitly untangle the venomous spikes of a lionfish from a net, throwing the exotic-looking creature into an ice-filled rubber bin along with other fish from the day's catch.

The year 2025 saw a Swift engagement, a rapid rollback of rights and a slow release of the heavily redacted Epstein filesThe year 2025 would have been far better if we could have sent a few billionaires and world leaders into intergalactic exile. Instead, we had to make do with Katy Perry spending 1…

Somalia's state minister for foreign affairs tells Al Jazeera that Israeli move aims to displace Palestinians from Gaza.

This just might end us.

Saudi Arabia on Saturday said it would back Sanna's government in any military confrontation with separatist forces in a statement that came a day after reported Saudi air strikes in Yemen's Hadramawt province. Separatists backed by the United Arab Emirates have recently made territorial gains, emba…

A properly prepped, balanced and weaponised team finally had the chops to expose Australia’s weaknessesNa-na na-na na-na na na na, Duckett’s on the piss. On the piss. Duckett’s on the piss.Don’t take me home, please don’t take me home. And while we’re here, stand up, stand up, please do stand up if …

Chinese companies have pledged hundreds of billions of dollars in clean energy manufacturing investments overseas, but the projects are having significant social, environmental, and human rights impacts.

“I delayed collecting my benefits until this year, when I turned 70.”

After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.

In a year that began with a memecoin trading frenzy, stablecoins have emerged as the respectable face of the crypto industry.

Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) separatists on Friday (December 26) accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out air strikes on their positions in the east of the country, a claim Riyadh has not acknowledged.

The huge embroidery will be covered under the government's indemnity scheme when it travels to the UK.

Serhii Tyschenko, a Ukrainian combat medic, spent 472 days in a bunker. His case appears to be an extreme example of a problem that has long plagued Kyiv’s military.

After the country barred children under 16 from using social media, many parents have been asking whether similarly tough action is needed in their own countries.

Somalia reacted angrily Friday (December 26) after Israel formally recognised the northern region of Somaliland as an "independent and sovereign state" -- the first country to do so. Somaliland, which declared independence from Somalia in 1991, has for decades pushed for international recognition. U…

Fear and feelings of intense vulnerability caused me to retreat into my shell, until I saw myself in an unlikely feature in one of the British master’s printsMy thyroid cancer arrived by accident, in the way life-changing things sometimes do. In May of this year, I went for an upright MRI for a mino…

The doctor and writer on getting drunk aged three, a very fancy garden chair, and her habit of sleepwalkingBorn in Singapore, Clare Bailey Mosley, 64, studied at the Royal Free Medical School where she met Michael Mosley: they married in 1987. She worked as a GP until she retired in 2022. She wrote …

Despite funding cuts and shuttered venues, homegrown music, TV, film and, yes, memes have dominated the global zeitgeist over the past 12 years. Now this culture must be future-proofed from the forces of globalisationOn the face of it, British culture looks doomed. Our music industry is now borderli…

A ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia has come into effect after weeks of deadly fighting across the border.

Sarina Wiegman’s champions took supporters on the most thrilling and nail-biting ride in Switzerland that was in many ways even more enjoyable to cover than their 2022 triumphSurreal. Utterly surreal. A home Euros in 2022 had provided wave after wave of emotion, England’s win at Wembley the culminat…

When a multibillion-dollar AI data center proposal pit developers against a handful of rural Arizona residents, the locals were outgunned and outvoted.

This copycat controller can’t clone the PS5’s best features, but it’s a solid option for Xbox and PC gamers.

Region famed for molecular gastronomy begins video project to collect and share rustic recipesCatalonia’s avant garde chefs have made a name for themselves with their revolutionary techniques and molecular gastronomy, yet they are fond of saying they are merely paying homage to the simple dishes ser…

Stockton’s JobsPlus is a pilot scheme with caseworkers who connect individual people with potential jobs, providing direct financial help where necessary“We’ve had quite a few people on the estate get jobs,” says Bryan Stokell, who found work as a full-time security guard thanks to Stockton-on-Tees’…

Here’s where to stream the 2025 Pop-Tarts Bowl between the Yellow Jackets and the Cougars

⚽ Premier League updates from 12.30pm GMT kick-off⚽ Live scores | Table | Mail BarryManchester City: Although nothing has officially been agree between the two clubs, Manchester City are in pole position to sign Antoine Semenyo in January after Chelsea cooled their interest in the Bournemouth winger…

US-backed air strikes in Nigeria targeted Islamic State group fighters who were attempting to enter the country from the Sahel region, according to the Nigerian government. US President Donald Trump said on his social media platform that the strikes were carried out on Thursday at the request of Nig…

A further 26 people are injured in the crash on a highway in central Japan, police say.

Ukrainian leader accuses Belarus of helping Russian forces to circumvent defences that protect Ukraine from attack.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde apologises after error meant one family had no remains at a funeralAn investigation has been launched by a Glasgow hospital after an error led to the wrong body being cremated.The mistaken release of the body by the hospital to the undertakers was only discovered after …

Extremist messaging now woven into music and YouTube videos, with one expert saying: ‘You can be radicalised sitting on your couch’The two men chop peppers, slice aubergines and giggle into the camera as they delve into the art of vegan cooking. Both are wearing ski masks and T-shirts bearing Nazi s…

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Pilot programme for under-25s will offer paid placements aimed at introducing participants to military lifeYoung people in Britain will be offered a gap year-style scheme by the Ministry of Defence, in an effort to introduce citizens to military life early as part of a new “whole of society” approac…

Predictions were revised down on Friday. Central Park still saw more than 2 inches of snow, with higher totals outside of New York City.

A simple button combination unlocks Roku's hidden menu, which offers advanced features.

England captain and Joe Root revel in rarest of victories‘Narrative that we haven’t won goes back to zero now’Ben Stokes shared a hug with Joe Root and spoke of an “awesome feeling” after watching his England side claw back some respectability on this failed Ashes tour with a rollercoaster two-day v…

Why did the conservative supermajority align with the president, and what consequences might it face for its choices?

Heavy Russian shelling and explosions struck Kyiv and the surrounding region early Saturday morning, killing at least two people and injuring 20 more on a weekend set for high-level diplomatic talks and a renewed push for peace.

Russia attacked Ukraine's capital with missiles and drones early Saturday morning (December 27), a day before talks between Ukraine and the US, local authorities said.

One photo, posted by son Rob Farnham on Facebook, showed the singer seated at a table surrounded by family on Boxing Day.

A coup set off a brutal civil war and made a poor country poorer. Now its military rulers are seeking a veneer of legitimacy by holding elections.

Truce follows breakdown in deal brokered by US President Donald Trump

The White House press secretary announced on Instagram that she was pregnant with a daughter who is due in May. She and her husband have a 1-year-old son.

Poland's military says its air force took a "preventative" response to secure its airspace.

The White House press secretary announced on Instagram that she was pregnant with a daughter who was due in May. She and her husband have a 1-year-old son.

A crisis more than a century ago involved U.S. aims to assert military supremacy, a hard-partying dictator and frictions among the great powers.

In an exclusive interview, the head of the TUC says a customs union with the EU could boost the UK’s economyKeir Starmer should seek out a far closer relationship with Europe, including a possible customs union, the head of the TUC has said.Paul Nowak, TUC general secretary, said the British public …

Kentucky’s Thomas Massie used the president’s insult to raise funds to run against a Trump-endorsed candidateA Kentucky congressman singled out by Donald Trump on Christmas as a “lowlife” after co-authoring a law requiring the federal government to release all of its Jeffrey Epstein files says the p…

News, discussion and buildup to the day’s actionGet in touch! Email us with your thoughts hereManchester United are up to fifth. Despite the rare absence of Bruno Fernandes, they jumped above Liverpool after a 1-0 win over Newcastle at Old Trafford last night. A great goal too. I didn’t rate Patrick…

Turkey has held a military funeral for five Libyan officers who died in a plane crash earlier this week

From Jackson Lamb’s mac in Slow Horses to the queen-bee wardrobe of Wild Cherry, Guardian writers choose the outfits that shaped storylines and revealed personalities in 2025• Don’t get Fashion Statement delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereNever mind the catwalk shows, the viral glossy advertising …

Student Joe, 21, says visiting Janice each week "doesn't feel like work".

Somalia and the African Union reacted angrily Friday after Israel became the first country to formally recognise the northern region of Somaliland as an independent state.

England end an 18-match winless streak in Australia and avoid an Ashes clean sweep with a four wicket victory to wrap up a frenetic two-day Test in Melbourne.

Country pulled out of hosting 2015 tournament but has since become central figure within world footballIt is hard to conceive that Morocco, now the nerve centre for staging Africa’s marquee football events, was a continental pariah 10 years ago.Abruptly pulling out of hosting the 2015 Africa Cup of …

The assault began at around 1:30 a.m. local time and was continuing into the morning.

The ideas presented in George Lakoff and Srini Narayanan's The Neural Mind are fascinating, but the writing is far less compelling

From the books I’ve read (and forgotten) this year to the number of times my jokes bombed on stageAs the end of the year looms up like the handle of a rake I’ve just stepped on, I recall the preceding 12 months as a period characterised by a steep erosion of trust and a sinking feeling that nothing …

Ethan Hawke is a triumph in a poignant new comedy-drama, and Guillermo del Toro’s breakout horror flick gets a rerelease. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, taken from the Guardian’s best-rated reviews Continue reading...

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Elon Musk says Tesla's automated software will allow its passengers to text in certain conditions.

Perry Bamonte, a backstage tech who became a full-time member of the seminal post-punk band for more than 35 years, died at home on Christmas Day, after a short illness.

Ex-Brazilian police chief caught using fake Paraguay passport in attempt to board flight to Panama, sent back to Brazil.

Flu season is in full swing, with close to 5 million cases and nearly 2,000 deaths, including at least three children, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Kati Weis reports.

OK, 2025 wasn’t the best year ever. But we’re arguably still in the best decade in the history of humanity.

When Aryna Sabalenka faces Nick Kyrgios, it will be under the banner of the Battle of the Sexes - but the stakes will not be as high as those that faced Billie Jean King 52 years ago.

Sponsorships and collaborations soar even as industry slowdown spurs renewed focus on wealthiest customers

Dan, 40, a sock designer and writer, meets Emmie, 39, an art consultantWhat were you hoping for?
To snog the love of my life. Failing that, I’d heard good things about the broccoli. Continue reading...

Poland has ‍temporarily ​closed two airports in Rzeszow ​and ⁠Lublin after ​the country's armed forces scrambled fighter jets due to ‍Russian strikes ​on Ukraine, according to the Polish Air ‌Navigation Services ‍Agency. Earlier on Saturday, powerful explosions rocked Ukraine's capital as authoritie…

Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

"Jane’s Addiction will forever live in our hearts. We are proud of the music we created together," the band wrote in a statement earlier this month

New observations reveal that the relationship between ultraviolet and X-ray light in quasars has changed over billions of years. This unexpected shift suggests the structure around supermassive black holes may evolve with time, challenging a decades-old assumption.

The cost of heating a home is going through the roof, but there are steps you can take to try to keep your energy bills down. Ash-har Quraishi has details.

Mysterious donors gave a fleet of 10 of the vehicles – which have had a number of recalls – to the police earlier this yearThe Las Vegas police department rolled out a new fleet of tactical vehicles to city streets last month: all Tesla Cybertrucks. The steel cars, wrapped in black-and-white vinyl, …

From a folk murder ballad to an impassioned call for peace, Guardian writers pick their favourite lesser-heard tracks of the yearThe pick of 2025’s film, music, art, TV, stage and games, chosen by Guardian critics and writersThere is a sense of deep knowing and calm to Not Offended, the lone song re…

Almost one million people had been displaced since hostilities resumed earlier this month.

BBC Sport chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt reflects on the chaos of the Boxing Day Test, which England won inside two days.

Merlin has been trained to identify the songs of more than 1,300 bird species around the worldWhen Natasha Walter first became curious about the birds around her, she recorded their songs on her phone and arduously tried to match each song with online recordings. After a friend recommended Merlin Bi…

President Trump said he won't quickly follow Mideast ally Israel in recognizing Somaliland, saying he needed to "study" it.

Mia Hansson hopes to complete her replica by the time the original work returns to France.

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MarketWatch asked the leading LLMs for their top stock picks — but the answers suggest AI may be following the herd instead of truly reasoning.

The neighbors renewed a commitment to stop violent clashes along their border, after an October truce for which President Donald Trump claimed credit unraveled.

A former roadie, Mr. Bamonte joined the band in 1990. He played on five albums and in hundreds of shows and was “a vital part of the Cure story,” the band said.

From Joe Marler’s visual-only stunts to the incomprehensible shuffling sounds Steven Bartlett recently subjected headphone users to, dodgy audio experiences are on the riseTo understand where we are in the evolution of podcasting, the opening episode of Joe Marler Will See You Now is unexpectedly in…

Two countries pledge in joint statement to halt all forms of attacks and further troop deployments in long-running dispute over contested territoryThailand and Cambodia have agreed to an “immediate” ceasefire, pledging to end weeks of deadly border clashes that have killed more than 100 people and d…

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With undisputed champion Naoya Inoue off the heels of an unanimous decision win against Murodjon Akhmadaliev in September, the Japanese boxer is set to defend his titles against Mexican Alan David Picasso. The undefeated Inoue (31-0-0) battles undefeated Picasso (32-0-1) in an epic pay-per-view supe…

Palestinian death toll since the start of the truce in Gaza rises to 411 amid near daily Israeli violations.

At least eight people were killed and 18 wounded in a blast that struck a mosque in an Alawite neighbourhood of Homs province in Syria on Friday (December 26), state media reported. An Islamist militant group claimed responsibility for the attack.

Netflix is kicking off 2026 with a mix of new and returning titles set to hit the platform in January. ​The most highly anticipated title arriving this January is the fourth season of  “Bridgerton,” which releases its first volume at the end of the month. The second part of Season 4 will arrive on F…

As with every tournament- the Africa Cup of Nations is also notable for the uniforms worn by the players of the different nations - whose jerseys celebrate the diversity of cultures. For more on this, FRANCE 24’s Catherine Viette is joined by Matthieu Morge Zucconi - fashion editor at Le Figaro news…

A Malaysian judge sentenced former prime minister Najib Razak to 15 more years in jail on Friday (December 26) after convicting him of abuse of power and money laundering in a sovereign wealth fund graft scandal.

Former Republican Rep. Joe Walsh (Ill.) on Friday decried the Trump administration’s immigration raids that were carried out throughout the Christmas holiday.  “I did my best yesterday to turn off the news from Christmas Eve on and not think about anything and not tweet anything,” Walsh, a frequent …

A search operation was launched after three men and a woman went missing on Christmas Day.

Gather your friends and raise a glass to the year gone by with recipes from Thomasina Miers, Honey & Co and Benjamina EbuehiWhen it comes to throwing parties, the world falls into two quite distinct camps: those who love to do so, and those who would rather do almost anything else. Getting organised…

Stranger Things, City of Shadows, and Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month.

Thailand and Cambodia agreed to an "immediate" ceasefire on Saturday, the two countries said in a joint statement, pledging to end weeks of deadly border clashes.

China’s legislature approved revisions to the country’s foreign trade law, incorporating provisions to safeguard national sovereignty, security and development interests, state-run Xinhua News Agency reported Saturday.