To say 2025 was a busy news year would be an understatement. There were wildfires and hurricanes and plenty of political intrigue. We also enjoyed some memorable moments in sports and entertainment.

In the depths of winter the activity at the top of our lists is a good pub quiz. Sitting cosy with your mates, pint in hand and wracking your brain for the answers, a Sunday afternoon doesn't get ...

A global tournament. A flesh-eating parasite. An iconic church. What do you remember from the week that was? Keep up with the news you need. Sign up for the 5 Things newsletter.

Did you follow the news this week? Take our quiz to see how well you stack up with other Times readers. The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is underway, with 104 matches being played over five and a half ...

Microsoft Bing and the Edge browser have small features that improve our browsing experience. Bing has introduced several features over the years, such as unique wallpapers, Bing Chat, and Bing ...

Only five of the 26 letters in the English alphabet, A, E, I, O, and U, are considered vowels, and just 12 of the 50 U.S. states begin with one of these letters. Naming all 12 might sound simple, ...