Sunday Times Magazine 21st December 2014



Majestic moments: 2014 in pictures

The main feature of this issue is a pictorial review of the year. The cover (and primary introductory page) highlights several key themes and events from 2014:

• The Royal Photobomb: Discussion of how the word "Photobomb" entered the Oxford English Dictionary and a look at the Queen photobombing a selfie.

• Global Turmoil: Reflections on a year that saw the Middle East turned "upside down" by Isis, Russia's clash with Ukraine, and the revival of Cold War tensions.

• Domestic Politics: Coverage of Scotland's vote to remain in the UK and the rise of Ukip.

• Immigration & Economy: These remained central touchstones of the year's discourse.

• Centenary of Sacrifice: A reference to the cover image taken at the Tower of London (likely the Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red poppy installation) reflecting on a century of military sacrifice.

The Dish (Food & Drink)

• 44 | Nigella’s new year feast: Simple classics with "the wow factor" by Nigella Lawson.

• 50 | Christmas baking: Featuring recipes for Panettone, Mary Berry’s sachertorte, and other seasonal treats.

Digital

• Going viral: A look at the year's top viral videos, from "super-hero cats" to celebrity ice-bucket challenges.

• Tweets of the year: Landmark Twitter moments, including the CIA’s first tweet and vlogger Zoella taking a social media break.

• Where did that come from?: Deciphering the year's top buzzwords like "Hashtag" and "Meta".