4 h. ago Blind date: ‘I was sweating quite a lot for the first five minutes’

Daniel, a civil servant, meets Isla, a lawyer. Both are 29What were you hoping for? A new experience, and the chance to meet someone the Guardian thinks I’d get along with. Continue reading...

Politics

19 h. ago ‘His teeth flew out of his mouth and landed in my spaghetti’: 10 first date horror stories

Many have experienced that sinking feeling when reality falls dramatically short of expectationsA first date is unpredictable by nature. Often, you’re meeting up with someone you barely know, or have never met. Will the conversation sparkle or will it fall flat? Will they look like their picture? And what’s their name again?It can be fun meeting someone new, no matter what the outcome. Yet it’s hard not to get one’s hopes up. Many have experienced that sinking feeling when reality falls dramatically short of expectations. Continue reading...

Events

26 h. ago When could the John Lewis Christmas advert come out? Clues based on previous years

John Lewis Christmas advert is just around the corner 👀📺

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3 d. ago When could Spotify Wrapped come out in 2025? Previous dates examined for clues

Spotify Wrapped has followed a regular trend for its release dates 👀👀

Politics

3 d. ago November 2025 payment dates for benefits and pensions plus cost of living support

All the essential cost of living information you need in November

Economics

4 d. ago When every major London Christmas lights display will turn on for 2025: full list of dates

When every major London Christmas lights display will turn on for 2025: full list of dates  Time Out

Politics

7 d. ago When could I’m a Celeb 2025 start? Potential date identified as ITV gives the show a 'glow

I’m a Celebrity has had a ‘glow-up’ for 2025 👀📺

Culture

7 d. ago Blind date: ‘It was hard to know how to react to his enthusiasm for a Vegas wedding’

Emma, 32, a doctor, meets Julien, 41, an advertising creativeWhat were you hoping for? Big love but I was happy to settle for an evening of exchanging ideas and learning what makes a person tick. Continue reading...

Society

1 week ago 2025 Budget: when is the next 2025 UK Autumn budget, new November day date

The next Budget could decide whether growth lasts, or household costs keep climbing 📉

Politics

1 week ago Manchester Christmas Market 2025 locations guide, dates and opening times

All TEN locations, and some of the stalls and attractions to expect, as we head on countdown for the return of Manchester Christmas Markets

Politics

1 week ago PS Plus Extra and Premium October 2025 reveal date and when you'll play the new games

The PS Plus October 2025 games are on the way, and here's everything you need to know about when they'll be revealed.

Politics

1 week ago Release dates for the Fortnitemares 2025 skins and when to get Art the Clown and Huggy Wuggy

Fortnitemares 2025 is in full swing, and a number of new skins have been revealed for the event, with their release dates leaked by eagle-eyed fans

Politics

2 w. ago Diwali on the Square 2025 date, key times and what's happening

Diwali on the Square 2025 date, key times and what's happening  MyLondon

Politics

2 w. ago Diwali on the Square 2025: Date, details and what to expect at Trafalgar Square’s Festival of Lights

The capital’s biggest celebration of the festival of lights is almost here

Politics

2 w. ago You’ll be able to see two rare supermoons in London before the end of 2025: dates and stargazing tips

You’ll be able to see two rare supermoons in London before the end of 2025: dates and stargazing tips  Time Out Worldwide

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2 w. ago What date do clocks go back in 2025 and when does British Summer Time end?

Brits will get an extra hour of sleep from the end of the month as the days become shorter and shorter

Politics

2 w. ago Pride of Britain 2025 date, time and how to watch glittering ceremony

The Pride of Britain Awards 2025 will take place this month - and be televised two days later in a star-studded show

Politics

2 w. ago DWP October 2025 benefit and state pension payment dates confirmed

PIP, Universal Credit and state pension payments are distributed to millions of claimants across the UK

Economics

3 w. ago Blind date: ‘As she was trying to show me something on her phone, there was a guy’s fully nude video on there’

Jenny, 31, a lash technician, meets Nova, 27, a master’s studentWhat were you hoping for? Someone I could vibe with, have a proper laugh with, and not cringe at. Continue reading...

Culture

3 w. ago NFL London Games 2025: the full schedule, dates, kick off times and last

NFL London Games 2025: the full schedule, dates, kick off times and last-minute ticket info you need to know  Time Out Worldwide

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