2026 Unleashed - Ed#752

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As 2025 wraps up and 2026 comes into view, we’ve been thinking about all the opportunities for good deeds a new year brings. We meet the animals leading by example, putting their b est paw forward to make life-saving blood donations…and being rewarded handsomely with treats, of course. More highlights in this edition: Look back on the best TV, film, music and books of 2025 with our returning arts editors as they share their Top 10 recommendations from the year that’s been. The Bad Seeds’ Warren Ellis tells us why getting old and experiencing all life has to offer is the greatest gift of all, in his Letter to My Younger Self. Go you good thing! From visiting your local library to lending a hand with volunteer work, get pumped for the new year with our list of good deeds to be done. Venture to Mexico City with Daniella Guevara Muñoz’s essential food group: Molletes, topped with refreshing pico de gallo. Show more