Martin Parr, the English photographer renowned for his vivid and unflinching depictions of everyday British life, has died at the age of 73. He passed away at his home in Bristol on 6 December 2025, the Martin Parr Foundation confirmed. Across five decades, Parr built a body of work focused on small, often overlooked details of British culture, from seaside holidays to suburban leisure.

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Born in Epsom, Surrey in 1952, Parr discovered photography as a teenager and later studied at Manchester Polytechnic. Early in his career, he photographed rural communities and religious groups in black and white, but by the 1980s he had shifted to colour photography, developing a distinctive style with vivid colours, close framing, and careful attention to everyday subjects. His 1986 series, The Last Resort, documented holidaymakers in New Brighton, capturing sunburnt beachgoers, ice cream cones, and crowded deckchairs. The series drew both praise and criticism, establishing Parr as a photographer willing to examine ordinary life with honesty and humour.

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In the decades that followed, Parr expanded his focus to shopping centres, garden parties, church fêtes, and global tourism. Photo books such as The Cost of Living, Small World, and Common Sense explored consumer culture and social behaviour. Early critics sometimes questioned his approach, suggesting some images were provocative, but over time the depth and observation in his work were widely recognised.

Parr became a full member of Magnum Photos in 1994 and served as its president from 2014 to 2017. He published more than sixty photo books and exhibited internationally. His studio in Bristol housed the Martin Parr Foundation, which preserves his archive and supports emerging British and Irish photographers. Later in his career, Parr also undertook editorial and commercial assignments, while maintaining the curiosity and critical observation that defined his early years.

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He is survived by his wife Susie, daughter Ellen, sister Vivien, and a grandson. Tributes from colleagues and admirers have highlighted his ability to capture aspects of British life that might otherwise have gone unnoticed. His photographs, whether depicting holidaymakers, markets, or domestic scenes, offered sharp observation without exaggeration, humour without mockery. His work records Britain’s social life across decades, capturing everyday moments with clarity and honesty.

Windsor Castle doesn’t roll out its full ceremonial machinery often, and when it does, the purpose is usually unmistakable. Germany’s Federal President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, and his wife, Elke Büdenbender, arrived this week to the kind of reception that leaves no room for guesswork about Britain’s intentions. It was formal, visually striking and designed to show that Germany remains a central partner at a time when Europe feels anything but settled.

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The day began at Heathrow, where the Prince and Princess of Wales greeted the German couple before accompanying them to Berkshire. There was nothing perfunctory about their involvement. William and Catherine have increasingly become the face of state-level hospitality, and this meeting underscored that shift with little ceremony but plenty of weight. They boarded the official convoy with the visitors and helped set up the mood for what was to follow.

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Once the procession reached Windsor, the tone changed. The Household Cavalry led a carriage through the castle grounds while residents and visitors lined the barriers, mixing German flags with Union Jacks and trying to grab photos between the helmets and horses. Inside the Quadrangle, King Charles III and Queen Camilla waited for their guests. A gun salute echoed across the grounds, the band played each national anthem and the Guard of Honour stood in rigid formation. The choreography was precise, but more importantly it showed the visit had substance behind it rather than being a polite formal stop.

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This meeting wasn’t placed on the calendar at random. Earlier in the year, Britain and Germany signed the Kensington Treaty, a blueprint that expands cooperation on defence work, science partnerships, border processes and education programmes. With European politics continuing to shift, the visit offered a chance for both countries to reaffirm what they intend to build on rather than leaving the agreement to gather dust. Steinmeier’s wider programme included a speech to Parliament and a visit to Coventry Cathedral’s wartime ruins, which reinforced that this was a working visit and not a photo opportunity.

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The evening took guests inside St George’s Hall for a state banquet. The room, already dressed for Christmas, felt packed even before the 160-seat table came into view. Silverware, long floral arrangements and a towering tree framed the setting. The menu took cues from both countries and the speeches avoided lofty language, focusing instead on areas where cooperation genuinely matters, such as energy, innovation and the practical business of managing Europe’s shifting security landscape.

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For the Royal Family, this was another demanding diplomatic moment in a year filled with them. For the government, it offered a chance to project stability and clear intent about Britain’s place in European affairs. And for anyone watching from outside the castle walls, the day served as a reminder of why these rituals still exist. Behind the carriages and uniforms are conversations about real-world concerns, and events like this create the space for those conversations to begin on solid footing.

Windsor has hosted state visits for generations, but this one didn’t feel like a routine entry in the diary. It was straightforward, deliberate and rooted in the realities facing both countries. It was the kind of visit built not for show but for clear and practical outcomes.

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul held a press conference ahead of their heavyweight fight, scheduled for 19 December 2025 at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The fight will be streamed live on Netflix, drawing attention from boxing fans worldwide.

Joshua confirmed a significant change in his training. He has joined the camp of Oleksandr Usyk in Spain, parting ways with his previous coaches, Ben Davison and Lee Wylie. He described the move as an opportunity to refine his technique and prepare more strategically for this fight.

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Regarding Jake Paul, Joshua referred to the bout as a professional challenge. “This is a fight I am taking seriously,” he said, emphasising that he is approaching it as a competitive match rather than a spectacle.

Paul, speaking at the same event, predicted a knockout, highlighting Joshua’s movement as a potential vulnerability. He framed the fight as a chance to demonstrate his legitimacy in boxing. “[This] is Judgment Day,” Paul said, “a win would prove I belong at this level.”

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A weight limit has been agreed for the fight: Joshua will not exceed 245 lb, a move designed to minimise the size difference between the competitors.

The press conference avoided excessive theatrics. Joshua and Paul answered questions directly, focusing on the upcoming fight rather than personal rivalries. Former heavyweight Dillian Whyte has called for a rematch with Joshua, but the fighter confirmed his focus is on Paul for this bout.

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This fight represents Joshua’s first high-profile match following his defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024. His work with Usyk’s team signals a strategic approach to rebuilding in the heavyweight division. The bout carries both commercial significance and professional stakes, offering a platform for each fighter to reinforce their standing.

While the outcome remains uncertain, both fighters made it clear they intend to compete at full intensity. The event is set to attract widespread attention, marking a key moment for boxing in 2025.