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Music
Motel Sundown Return with Urgent New Single The Waiting Game
Liverpool alt-country outfit Motel Sundown continue their strong run of releases with The Waiting Game, a track that once again highlights the band’s knack for immediacy and melody. From the very first seconds, The Waiting Game wastes no time pulling the listener in. The vocals arrive instantly, setting a sense of urgency that’s carried throughout the song’s brisk tempo and driving rhythm. It feels restless by design — a fitting backdrop for a track that…
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Liverpool News
603 Guitars, One Powerful Message: Liverpool’s Big Guitar-In Strikes a Record-Breaking Chord for The Florrie
The sound of 603 guitars rang out across Mountford Hall last Thursday night (11 December) as Liverpool’s Big Guitar-In returned in spectacular, record-breaking fashion. Beating last year’s total by a single guitarist, the fifth edition of the fundraiser delivered an unforgettable evening of music, unity and community spirit — all in support of The Florrie. Hundreds of guitarists took to the stage together, creating a wall of sound that lifted the roof and underlined the…
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Liverpool News
POP MART’s Brand New Store Opens at Liverpool ONE
Global designer collectibles phenomenon POP MART has officially arrived in Liverpool, opening its brand new store at Liverpool ONE on Friday 12 December. The highly anticipated launch invites fans, families and the creatively curious to step inside POP MART’s vibrant universe, brought to life through beloved characters including THE MONSTERS (LABUBU), SKULLPANDA, MOLLY, HIRONO, DIMOO and more. The Liverpool ONE store blends POP MART’s playful global aesthetic with the city’s legendary creative energy. Long recognised…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The 10 Best Chinese Restaurants In Liverpool
Liverpool is a city that is passionate about all kinds of cuisine and there’s a huge love for Chinese food in the city so here we’ll be giving you our top 10 of the best Chinese restaurants in Liverpool. Liverpool’s Chinatown is one of the oldest and largest Chinese communities in Europe and it’s home to a plethora of Chinese amazing restaurants – some feature in our guide below. But, we’ve also included some popular…
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Music
The Coral Unwrap a Dark Festive Treat with Their First Ever Christmas Single, ‘She Died On Christmas Day’
After three decades of spinning seaside psychedelia, haunted fairground melodies, and Merseyside myth-making, The Coral have finally delivered something nobody saw coming: a Christmas song. But, in true Coral fashion, She Died On Christmas Day is no cosy fireside singalong — it’s a beautifully eerie slice of festive noir that feels pulled straight from a cursed jukebox on Coral Island. Their first new release since 2023’s Top 5 album Sea Of Mirrors, the track arrives…
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Arts and Culture
FACT Liverpool’s New Interactive AI Exhibition Lets Visitors Play With the Future
From Friday 6 February to Sunday 26 April 2026, FACT Liverpool invites visitors to explore the evolving relationship between humans and intelligent technologies with its latest exhibition, Can Meeple Escape the Neurophoria? Inspired by the decision-driven world of tabletop games, the show reimagines visitors as “meeple”—small game pieces navigating a reality shaped by AI, machine learning, and connected networks. Curated by FACT’s 2025 Curator-in-Residence Milia Xin Bi, the exhibition examines how technology influences our sense…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Insomnia Cookies Opens Late-Night Store On Liverpool’s Slater Street
Liverpool is set for a sugar rush this December as cult dessert favourite Insomnia Cookies opens its first Slater Street store in the city centre. The US-born brand, known for delivering warm, fresh cookies until the early hours, will celebrate its launch on Saturday 13 December from 2:00pm with special guests The Queen of Scotty Road and Michael Aldag. One lucky fan in the first spot of the queue will win a whole year’s supply…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Royal Albert Dock Brings Christmas Magic with Family Wish Station
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool has announced the next event in its seasonal programme, with an enchanting wish station, Wish Upon a Dock. Designed to delight families and spread Christmas cheer, the wish station will be available from 21 – 23 December, inviting children to post their dock-related Christmas wish, with one lucky wish to be granted. From 1pm to 5pm, families are invited to visit the eye-catching wish station, complete with festive garlands and snowy flourishes, located…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Authentic Italian Panettone Available in Liverpool This Christmas
Renowned Italian baker, Antonietta Bagnardi, is back with the city’s only traditional sourdough panettone. At the heart of Liverpool’s Italian Quarter, Antonietta has built a reputation for award-winning gelato and beautifully handcrafted cakes, pastries, croissants and desserts. She has devoted more than ten years to bringing authentic Italian treats to the city. The festive season is no different and Antonietta and her team meticulously handcraft thousands of traditional panettone for the people of Liverpool and beyond to…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Brewski Lands at Liverpool ONE with Viral Comfort Food and 1,000 Bookings in 48 Hours
Liverpool ONE has welcomed the highly anticipated arrival of Brewski, the viral comfort-food favourite renowned for its towering sharing platters, slow-cooked meats and bold, American-inspired flavours. Now open on the Terrace overlooking Chavasse Park, the new restaurant marks Brewski’s fourth UK location and its first in the Liverpool City Region. The venue seats 120 indoors, with an outdoor dining area set to launch in spring 2026. Inspired by a culinary road trip across the United…
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Bars in Liverpool
Pogue Mahone Named One of the UK’s Top Guinness Pubs in New Harp Guide 2026
Beloved Liverpool pub Pogue Mahone is raising a celebratory pint after being named one of the UK’s top Guinness-serving venues in the inaugural Guinness Harp Guide 2026. The Seel Street institution is one of just 35 pubs across Great Britain selected for the prestigious list. Chosen through social listening, the passionate Guinness community and consistently exceptional service, Pogue Mahone stood out thanks to its famously perfect pints, warm atmosphere and packed weekly programme — including…
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Business
Small Businesses in Liverpool: Starting Successfully Online
The entrepreneurial spirit in Liverpool flourishes strongly as small businesses adopt digital transformation with remarkable enthusiasm. The city’s distinctive combination of deeply-rooted maritime heritage, which spans centuries of seafaring tradition, alongside its remarkable cultural vibrancy that manifests through numerous artistic venues and festivals, coupled with cutting-edge modern innovation in technology and business sectors, creates an exceptionally ideal environment for ambitious startup ventures. Recent comprehensive statistics from local business registries clearly demonstrate that over 4,500 new…
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Travel
Exploring Urban Culture One Bite at a Time
In cities around the world, culture lives in museums, theatres, and galleries, but it also thrives on plates and around tables where people gather to eat. Food is the language of cities, and nowhere is that more evident than in Budapest. The Hungarian capital has long been a crossroads of cultures, where East meets West and tradition meets innovation. Today, its culinary scene tells the story of a city in motion, constantly evolving yet rooted…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Step Inside MONUISM: Light, Laser, and Sound Experience in 2026
Liverpool is set to welcome MONUISM, an awe-inspiring light, laser, and sound installation that transforms space into a luminous, ever-evolving landscape of monumental geometric structures. This brand-new work for 2026 promises to immerse visitors in a dazzling interplay of light, form, and sound. MONUISM features monumental, ephemeral light sculptures that continuously shift in shape, scale, hue, and intensity, giving the impression that the very essence of architecture is being sculpted in real time. The installation’s…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Flat Iron To Open On Castle Street Summer 2026
Flat Iron have announced that they will be opening a restaurant on Castle Street, Liverpool next summer. Located on one of the city’s most historic and architecturally significant streets, the 100-cover restaurant will bring their single-minded commitment to serving remarkable steak at an affordable price to the heart of Liverpool. The restaurant’s concise menu is led by the signature ‘Flat Iron’ steak, taken from the often-overlooked featherblade, known for its flavour, tenderness and juiciness when…
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Music
Liverpool Soundz Launches City-Wide Battle of the Bands for 2026
Liverpool Soundz has just announced a city-wide battle of the bands competition that will launch in January. Heats will take place at four venues in the city (District, Tunnel, Arts Club) and the final will be held at The Dome. Heats will take place from January to May 2026 and will feature 32 bands. There will be a huge prize pot of £1000 for the winning act who will also win help with their merchandise…
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Sports
The Dangers of Playing Rugby: How High-Impact Injuries Affect the Body
Rugby is a sport defined by intensity. Every match involves fast collisions, sudden changes in direction, and powerful tackles that push the body to its limits. Players train hard to stay strong and agile, but even with excellent conditioning, protective gear, and proper technique, the physical risks remain higher than in most other sports. The nature of the game means that injuries are not an occasional event but an ongoing possibility that shapes both performance…
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Arts and Culture
DaDa Launches Global DDFI Extra Programme for Disability History Month
Award-winning disability arts organisation DaDa has unveiled DDFI Extra, an ambitious new international winter programme set to run throughout Disability History Month 2025 and into early 2026. Marking the latest chapter in DaDa’s 40th anniversary celebrations, DDFI Extra expands on the legacy of DaDaFest International, the UK’s longest-running disability arts festival. The new programme brings together artist development, creative exploration and accessible participation, connecting artists and audiences across Liverpool, Nigeria and Tanzania. Backed by the…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Where to Buy the Best Real Christmas Trees in Liverpool
There’s nothing quite like the smell of a real Christmas tree to kick off the festive season, and if you’re looking for real Christmas trees in Liverpool, you’re in luck. The city has plenty of fantastic places to pick up a real tree, whether you want to browse in person, order online for delivery, or support an independent local seller. From Aigburth to Woolton, Liverpool offers options for every household, budget, and tradition. Here’s your…
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Music
Westside Cowboy, Brooke Combe, Keyside and The Molotovs Lead First Wave of Sound City 2026 Line-Up
Sound City has unveiled the first wave of artists for its 2026 edition — and it’s one of the festival’s biggest announcements yet. The UK’s leading new music discovery festival returns to Liverpool City Centre from Saturday 2 to Sunday 3 May 2026, with its Sound City+ Conference launching the weekend on Friday 1 May. Among the first names revealed are hype-heavy Manchester four-piece Westside Cowboy, nu-soul powerhouse Brooke Combe, hometown indie favourites Keyside, and…
