Reform UK's turbulent first seven months in local power
After taking control of 10 councils, Reform UK's 'anti-woke' agenda faces the reality of local government in Lancashire. Helen Pidd reports on care home closures and rising complaints.
After taking control of 10 councils, Reform UK's 'anti-woke' agenda faces the reality of local government in Lancashire. Helen Pidd reports on care home closures and rising complaints.
A landmark study finds American cuisine uses a wider variety of ingredients than British food, particularly herbs and spices. Discover the full global flavour rankings.
Discover Australia's best-kept culinary secrets with the revolutionary Detour guide, featuring hidden bars, authentic local eateries, and unforgettable food experiences across Sydney, Melbourne and beyond.
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Food enthusiasts have crowned Australia's undisputed potato scallop champion after an exhaustive nationwide search that put chip shops to the ultimate test.
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
An American woman who relocated to Spain reveals how returning to American cuisine left her feeling unwell, exposing dramatic differences in food quality and ingredients between the two countries.
Discover the charming Yorkshire village of Hovingham, crowned the UK's top foodie destination with its incredible pub fare and local produce that rivals London's finest.
The French city of Lyon is offering three-course gourmet meals for just €1.20 (£1) to students through its 'Repas à 1€' scheme, fighting food poverty while celebrating culinary excellence.
Forget tourist traps - the Mediterranean's best-kept foodie secret lies on Sicily's stunning shores, where generations-old recipes and sun-drenched produce create a culinary paradise away from the crowds.
The Palomar, one of London's most celebrated Middle Eastern restaurants, is expanding to Australia with new venues in Sydney and Melbourne, bringing its vibrant modern Jerusalem cuisine to eager Antipodean foodies.
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
A US visitor's brutal takedown of a British supermarket meal deal has sparked online debate about whether the iconic lunch combo deserves its cult status or is truly 'horrible'.
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Discover two spectacular autumn recipes from Guardian Feast columnist Thomasina Miers - earthy mushroom linguine and elegant vanilla-poached pears with hazelnut crumble.
A Portuguese woman living in Britain shares her authentic verdict on Nando's after trying it for the first time - with surprising results that are dividing food lovers.
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
Discover the remarkable transformation of a west London restaurant that's shedding its fortress-like reputation to become one of the capital's most exciting dining destinations.
Discover the incredible stories behind Clodagh's farm kitchen, where Rolling Stones legend Ronnie Wood dines and Tina Turner's forgotten loan to Ike remains unpaid since the 1960s.
Discover how two British-Bangladeshi sisters are transforming London's food scene with their innovative vegetarian Caribbean recipes, blending cultural heritage with plant-based innovation.
The iconic Italian restaurant group behind acclaimed London establishments like Notting Hill's Assaggi and Chelsea's La Famiglia is shutting down after three decades, citing changing consumer habits and economic pressures.
Discover the surprising kitchen staple that transforms ordinary tuna mayonnaise into a gourmet delight, according to food experts.
Discover the revolutionary food trends predicted to dominate our plates in 2026, from sustainable seafood alternatives to upcycled ingredients and climate-adapted crops.
Discover Sydney's hottest summer dining spots and family-friendly food experiences that will tantalise your taste buds and create unforgettable holiday memories.
An American food enthusiast's viral journey discovering Britain's iconic Sunday roast reveals surprising verdicts on Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, and gravy traditions that left them questioning American cuisine supremacy.
Explore the hearty, comforting world of Czech food through Evie Harbury's cookbook, featuring traditional dishes that go far beyond the familiar classics.