Year-end coverage advisory

Associated Press

November 10, 2025

EDITORS:

The AP plans the following year-end coverage. Find our latest plans in Coverage Plan.

NOVEMBER

NOV. 12:

YE--HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE-GAME CHANGERS There are gifts, and then there are gifts -- the ones so original and innovative that the recipient is genuinely excited to receive them. Text, photo.

YE--HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE-MUSIC For music fans, the best presents are a bit more creative than buying the latest release of their favorite artist. Text, photo.

YE--HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE-MOVIES Gifts for movie lovers that go well beyond Blu-Rays and cineplex gift cards. Text, photo.

YE--HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE-NONFICTION BOOKS Nonfiction gift ideas for all kinds of readers, including art lovers, puzzle fiends, bird enthusiasts, cocktail aficionados, sports fans, history buffs and more. Text, photo.

YE--HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE-KIDS' BOOKS The AP has curated a list of the best books for kids in 2025, perfect for sharing the love of reading. Text, photo.

YE--HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE-COUNTDOWN CALENDARS Advent and other countdown calendars: What began as a simple piece of holiday ephemera has evolved into a creative outlet for brands and artists -- and a playful ritual for both adults and kids. Text, photo.

YE--HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE-TASTE OF HOME These beloved sauces, spreads, and jams make great gifts that are personal, flavorful, and let the recipient know you see them. Text, photo.

YE--HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE-TECH A curated medley of tech gift ideas for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Text, photo.

NOV. 24:

ENT--YE-VIDEO GAMES A roundup of the year's best video games. 1,000 words, screenshots.

DECEMBER

DEC. 1:

YE--GLOBAL TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's network of global eyewitness photojournalists on the ground around the world.

DEC. 2:

ENT--YE-NOTABLE BOOKS A list of 10 notable books -- and perhaps a bonus read or two -- that drove the discourse in 2025. Text, photo.

DEC. 3:

ENT--YE-TOP MUSIC Roundups of the best songs and albums of 2025. Text, photo.

DEC. 4:

ENT--YE-TOP FILMS AP film writers offer their picks for the top 10 movies of 2025. Text, photo.

DEC. 9:

YE--TOP MALE ATHLETE In 2025, this male athlete had the best year in sports. Text, photo.

ENT-YE--BREAKTHROUGH ENTERTAINERS The AP names its class of Breakthrough Entertainers of 2025. Related stories will follow. Text, photo.

DEC. 10:

YE--TOP FEMALE ATHLETE In 2025, this female athlete had the best year in sports. Text, photo.

DEC. 11:

ENT--YE-TV A roundup of must-see shows from 2025. 1,000 words, photo.

DEC. 15:

YE--SPORTS-POLITICS While there has always been an intersection between the world of sports and politics, the collision in 2025 was unlike any other. The clash between the two will only grow in 2026 with global events like the Winter Olympics and the World Cup looming on the horizon. Text, photo.

DEC. 16:

YE--TRUMP-PROMISES An interactive look at whether President Donald Trump is delivering on key commitments he made in his 2024 run for the White House. Embeds

DEC. 17:

YE--OBITS A roll call of notable and influential people who died in 2025. Text, photo.

YE--AP BEING THERE A peek behind the scenes of how AP got the story in 2025. Text, photo, video.

DEC. 18:

YE--BRIGHT MOMENTS Stories that made us smile in 2025. Text, photo, video.

DEC. 19:

ENT--YE-OVER IT The AP's annual look at trends that have run their course and should stay in 2025. 1,200 words, photo.

DEC. 22:

YE--US-AP POLL-AMERICAN PRIORITIES What a new AP-NORC poll shows about Americans' priorities at the close of 2025. Text, photo.

YE--ISRAEL-HAMAS-WAR In one of the biggest news stories of 2025, a look at the impact of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Text, photo.

DEC. 23:

YE--TARIFFS An interactive timeline on the Trump administration's tariffs in 2025. Embed.

DEC. 24:

ENT--YE-POP CULTURE A look at some of the biggest pop culture moments from 2025. 1,200 words, photo.

DEC. 26:

YE--AP GREAT READS Stories by the AP that are worth revisiting at the close of 2025. Text, photo.

DEC. 29:

YE--BE WELL-TIPS What we learned in 2025 that will help us in 2026. Text, photo.

DEC. 30: YE--AP IMPACT Highlights of how AP journalism made a difference in the world. Text, photo.

DEC. 31:

YE--PRESS FREEDOM From Donald Trump to war zones, the wins and losses for global press freedom in 2025 and what it means for 2026. Text, photo.

VIDEO

Broadcast video stories planned to run the first week of December:

YE--CELEBRITY MARRIAGES AND SPLITS ARCHIVE-- Year End: From Jeff Bezos' Venice nuptials, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom's split plus Millie Bobbie Brown's baby news -- we look at the biggest celebrity weddings, breakups and births in 2025.

YE--CELEBRITY DEATHS ARCHIVE-- Year End: Robert Redford, Diane Keaton, Ozzy Osbourne and Giorgio Armani are among those in the entertainment industry we lost in 2025.

YE--MEMORABLE FASHION MOMENTS ARCHIVE-- Year End: From Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo on the Wicked press tour, to Vanessa Kirby in a series of blue dresses for Fantastic Four, we highlight some of the best red carpet looks of 2025.

YE--CELEBRITY LEGAL CHALLENGES ARCHIVE-- Year End: Diddy's conviction for federal prostitution charges, dismissal of terrorism charges against Irish rappers Kneepcap, Lively vs. Baldoni sexual harassment claims, plus Drake and Kendrick Lamar defamation lawsuit are among the biggest celebrity legal battles of 2025.

YE--ROYALS REWIND ARCHIVE-- Year End: Kate announces she is in remission from cancer, William attends the V-E Day 80th service, Harry settles his lawsuit with the British tabloids and Meghan launches her Netflix show. A year in the life of the young royals.

YE--ENTERTAINMENT HIGHLIGHTS ARCHIVE-- Year End: A year in entertainment -- from award season to global fashion weeks, film festivals to pageants and concerts, courthouses to red carpets -- it's 2025 in a snapshot.

YE--YEAR IN FILM ARCHIVE-- Year End: From "Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning" closing out the franchise, to "Superman" reimagined, to surprise hits like Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters," a look at which films were notable in the culture and at the box office.

YE--MUSIC ARCHIVE-- Year End: Taylor Swift still dominated music headlines as she dropped a new album, Kendrick Lamar added new fans after headlining the Super Bowl half-time show, and Bad Bunny sold out shows on his global tour in 2025.

Upcoming later in December:

YE--2026 FILM PREVIEW ARCHIVE-- Year End: A look ahead to the most anticipated movies of 2026 as we look ahead to awards season.

PHOTO

DEC. 1:

YE--GLOBAL TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's network of global eyewitness photojournalists on the ground around the world.

DEC. 3:

YE--US IMMIGRATION TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The top photos from AP's photojournalists covering the White House and US Politics.

YE--US TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's photojournalists across the United States.

DEC. 4

YE--ENTERTAINMENT-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's photographers covering entertainment from Hollywood across the world.

DEC. 5:

YE--SPORTS TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's photographers covering sports across the world.

DEC. 8:

YE--UKRAINE 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The top photos from AP's network of eyewitness photojournalists on the ground in Ukraine.

YE--MIDEAST 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's network of eyewitness photojournalists on the ground across the Middle East.

DEC. 9:

YE--ASIA TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's network of eyewitness photojournalists across Asia.

DEC. 10:

YE--RELIGION TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's network of photojournalists covering religion across the world.

DEC. 11:

YE--MOMENTS OF JOY 2025-PHOTO GALLERY: The best photos from AP's network of photojournalists showing moments of joy from around the world.

DEC. 12:

YE--CLIMATE-PHOTO GALLERY Deadly wildfires, punishing heat and environmental damage altered life for many around the world, all captured by Associated Press photographers.

DEC. 15:

YE--LATAM TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's network of photojournalists covering Latin America.

DEC. 16:

YE--AFRICA TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's network of photojournalists covering Africa.

DEC. 17:

YE--NATURE AND ANIMALS TOP 2025-PHOTO GALLERY The best photos from AP's network of photojournalists of nature and animals around the world.

DEC. 18:

YE--VERTICAL-PHOTO GALLERY The top vertical photos from AP's network of photojournalists around the world.

-- The AP

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