Arteta: I saw our title win coming in March
Mikel Arteta has said he saw Arsenal's Premier League success coming in March after ending their 22-year wait for the title.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-05-22
Kyle Busch, ‘Rowdy’ NASCAR Star, Dies at 41
Kyle Busch in February. “We’ve lost our Kobe Bryant,” the driver Denny Hamlin, a former teammate of Busch’s, posted on Instagram.
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England's Bethell to have finger injury assessed
England batter Jacob Bethell will have an assessment on a finger injury, less than two weeks before the first Test against New Zealand.
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Gaza flotilla activists allege abuse, sexual assault in Israeli detention
Organisers of Global Sumud Flotilla say foreign activists report at least 15 cases of sexual assaults, including rape.
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Kitty Bruce, Caretaker of Lenny Bruce’s Legacy, Dies at 70
As Mr. Bruce’s daughter, she maintained boxes of video and audio of his groundbreaking and often scandalous work.
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Maguire 'very unlucky' to miss World Cup - Rooney
Former England captain Wayne Rooney says Harry Maguire is "very unlucky" to miss out on a place in Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad this summer.
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Video shows Israeli strike on Lebanese child and paramedics
Video shows an Israeli air strike hitting paramedics responding to an earlier attack in southern Lebanon.
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UK pitched single market for goods with EU, as it pursues deeper trade ties
Exclusive: Top official presented idea in Brussels, but sources say EU rebuffed itThe UK government pitched the creation of a single market for goods with the EU as the cornerstone of an ambitious...
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‘Dedicated to changing lives’ - Prince marks 20 years since son Kiyan’s death
To mark 20 years since his son Kiyan’s tragic murder, former boxer Mark Prince has launched The Champions' Club, which aims to "inspire young people in the UK" and includes a blueprint on "ho...
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The Guardian view on Britain’s coming energy shock: mini-measures won’t suffice | Editorial
Consumer giveaways may soften the blow from the the war on Iran. But Britain’s vulnerability demands deeper state intervention and a faster transitionRachel Reeves’s announcement of a series of cos...
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Leinster bury memories good and bad before Champions Cup final
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen says his side will face a "serious challenge" in Saturday's Champions Cup final with holders Bordeaux.
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Celtic v Dunfermline: All you need to know about Scottish Cup final
Martin O'Neill's Celtic and Neil Lennon's Dunfermline Athletic go head-to-head in Saturday's Scottish Cup final. Here are all the key details.
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Apple says Epic lawsuit shouldn’t reshape App Store rules for all developers
Apple is asking the Supreme Court to narrow the App Store injunction won by Epic Games and overturn the court’s contempt ruling over external payment fees.
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Soft power sell-off: anger as British Council announces sale of historic Madrid building
Growing backlash among European staff against radical cuts to pay off Covid-era debt, with some accusing council of ‘colonial attitude’The historic Palacete building at 31 Paseo del General Martíne...
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GB's Gill loses in final round of French Open qualifying
Britain's Felix Gill will have to wait to make his Grand Slam singles debut after he fell at the final hurdle in French Open qualifying.
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Phyllida Barlow: Disruptor review – sexy latex and gobs of gum as a stately home gets trashed
Wolterton, Norfolk From an explosion of plywood chairs to something akin to bubblegum stuck to the walls, this imaginative exhibition reverberates with Barlow’s punk irreverenceWolterton Hall is fo...
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Maguire's England posts not necessary - Tuchel
England manager Thomas Tuchel said Manchester United defender Harry Maguire's decision to go public on social media with his "shock and disappointment" on missing out on the World Cup squad was "no...
bbc.com
Spotify’s AI bet: more of everything, less of what you want
Spotify has released a bunch of AI-powered tools that nudge users to create more content. It can be a bit much.
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You can no longer Google the word ‘disregard’
After Google Search's AI update, the word "disregard" now effectively breaks the search interface.
techcrunch.com
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new US Fed chair
Warsh will lead the central bank at a time when its independence has come under scrutiny amid political pressure.
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Wes Streeting insists he can win Labour leadership race despite ‘underdog’ status
In interview with Guardian, former health secretary sets out plans for government, including social care, tax and refugeesWes Streeting has insisted he can win over the Labour left, as he launches...
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America’s ‘simultaneity’ nightmare
Trump’s pre-emptive attacks are a traumatic break with the ideals of a globalised world but the playbook is not new
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Regional mediators travel to Tehran in push for US-Iran deal
Pakistan’s powerful army chief Asim Munir expected to join talks designed to prevent resumption of full-scale war
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Keeping NASA Flying: Ground Crews Ensure Aircraft Readiness
From high‑speed research flights to high‑altitude science campaigns, NASA depends on aircraft that perform at their best and the ground crews who keep them mission ready. At NASA’s Armstrong Flight...
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Economic confidence plummets in US amid Iran war, poll shows
As petrol prices rise, new survey suggests economic confidence in the US is at -45, the worst since 2022.
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Sabalenka cuts French Open presser short amid prize fund row
Aryna Sabalenka cut short her French Open press conference on Friday, as part of a protest by top tennis players over the prize money on offer at Grand Slams.
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'Unselfish' over 'ego' - what do leaks say about Tuchel's England?
BBC Sport explores why the whole world knew the England World Cup squad before it was announced, and what Thomas Tuchel's response says about England's culture.
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We tried Google’s AI glasses and they’re almost there
Google demoed prototype Android XR glasses that overlay Gemini-powered translation, navigation, and other information directly into your field of view.
techcrunch.com
WHO raises Ebola public health risk to ‘very high’ in DR Congo
Provincial gov't in Ituri province, the epicentre of the outbreak, has banned public gatherings to stop spread of virus.
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Ebola risk raised to 'very high' in DR Congo
The head of the UN health agency says the risk in the wider region is "high", but it remains "low" at the global level.
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Even If You Hate AI, You Will Use Google AI Search
The search giant’s AI-crafted answers are so convenient, you’ll be sucked in—to the detriment of the web and the artists and thinkers behind it.
wired.com
Warsh faces mounting rate rise bets as he takes charge of Fed
Markets expect central bank to lift borrowing costs by end of 2026
ft.com
Ukrainian strike on dormitory in Russian-occupied Starobilsk kills four
A Ukrainian strike collapsed a five-storey college dormitory in the Russian-occupied city of Starobilsk, killing four.
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Teenage boys’ non-custodial sentences for rape ‘unduly lenient’, says Jess Phillips
Judge’s decision sends a ‘bad message’, according to MP, while Hampshire police commissioner also joins criticismThe MP Jess Phillips has condemned the non-custodial sentences given to three teenag...
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Turkiye shutters liberal Istanbul university seized in criminal probe
Council of Higher Education promised to take measures to ensure Bilgi University students 'suffer no harm'.
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Primary schools lose out as Labour slashes sport funding
New scheme will be worth 40% less than current government grants and will be shared with secondariesFunding for primary school sport in England is to be slashed by Labour, including the abolition o...
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Jonathan Andic, the Mango heir turned homicide suspect
The son of the fashion brand’s founder is now being investigated for foul play in connection with his father’s death
ft.com
NASA to Compete Contract for Jet Propulsion Laboratory Management
NASA announced plans Friday to compete the next contract for managing and operating the agency’s federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) in Southern California at the Jet Propulsio...
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Nine Sixteenths review – what Janet Jackson’s ‘Nipplegate’ scandal really exposed
Brixton House, LondonPaula Varjack’s kinetic play uses lip syncing and dance routines to show how prejudice turned a ‘wardrobe malfunction’ into a career disasterThe year is 2004 and the Super Bowl...
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Sabalenka cuts news conference short as top French Open players protest prize money
Leading players, including Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and Jannik Sinner, limit their French Open media duties to 15 minutes in a row over prize money.
bbc.com
Alberta Will Vote on a Possible Referendum to Separate From Canada. Here’s What to Know.
Alberta’s premier, Danielle Smith, speaking during her regular weekly radio call-in show last year in Calgary.
nytimes.com
Meta quietly launches a new Reddit-like app called Forum
The company describes the app as a "dedicated space built for deeper discussions, real answers and communities you care about."
techcrunch.com
Guardiola explains decision to leave Man City
Pep Guardiola says the club needs a new manager and new energy after he announced his decision to leave Manchester City at the end of the season.
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What am I bid for a blown-up van? The bizarre art auction aiming to build an eco power station in Reform-held Clacton
They blew up a van full of banknotes. They sold high-end Ukrainian vodka to Selfridges. Now art duo Hilary Powell and Dan Edelstyn are auctioning their past works – to launch their most ambitious p...
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NASA Announces Realignment to Accelerate Mission Delivery
NASA announced Friday an agencywide realignment to increase mission focus and move out on the National Space Policy. These changes position the agency to better deliver on the nation’s highest‑prio...
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New Material Could Help NASA Melt Moon Rocks, Harness Lunar Resources
A material recently discovered and tested at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland could help astronauts pack lighter for future missions to the Moon. NASA is researching ways explorers could “...
nasa.gov
Burnham starts byelection campaign with thinly veiled pitch for No 10
‘This is a change byelection,’ says Labour mayor as he launches bid for Makerfield seat and lays out policy viewsUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham has formally launched his campaign for...
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Palantir hits back at Sadiq Khan after £50m contract with Met police blocked
London mayor accused of ‘putting politics above public safety’ for rejecting deal to use AI in intelligence analysisUK politics live – latest updatesPalantir has accused Sadiq Khan of “putting poli...
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New Huddersfield head coach Lenihan on setting 'clean slate' to build identity
New Huddersfield Giants head coach Jim Lenihan is well aware of the task he has on his hands as he looks to try and turn the club's fortunes around.
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Coward review – soldiers find escapism and romance in wartime theatrical troupe
Cannes film festival: Lukas Dhont’s first world war-set gay romance is a heartfelt examination of cowardice and lives lived in secret amid the brutality of battleThe word of the title is not used a...
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‘Men and boys need to see this’: Jo and Kush and the joy of Race Across the World
The BBC series and its breakout teen stars have been lauded as a much-needed antidote to crueller, more toxic entertainmentAs he takes a break from searching for walnuts in the ancient forest of Ar...
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South Korean activists smash Starbucks cups to protest ‘Tank Day’ campaign
South Korean activists smash Starbucks cups to protest ‘Tank Day’ campaign
aljazeera.com
Israeli attacks kill several in Lebanon, with health workers targeted
More than 400 people have been killed since the ceasefire came into effect in mid-April.
aljazeera.com
Trump’s death grip on a shrinking party
The fate of the president’s Republican critics shows that today’s GOP is a personality cult — nothing more
ft.com
Why an immense marine heatwave off the US west coast has alarmed scientists
What does a surge in ocean temperatures, compounded with El Niño, bode for the summer?An enormous marine heatwave off the US west coast is ringing alarm bells among ocean and atmospheric scientists...
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‘We will not survive’: jailing of Daria Egereva highlights plight of Russia’s Indigenous people
Authorities are cracking down on rights activists fighting for Indigenous people threatened by authoritarianism, extractivism and climate breakdownThe operation began at 9am Moscow time, but took p...
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Little glitz and underperforming auteurs: how Cannes 2026 went – and who will win
As this year’s Cannes ordinaire draws to a close, our chief critic examines what went wrong and predicts the who’ll take home the prizes – including the fabled Braddies The 2026 Cannes film festiv...
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UK scientists developing new Ebola vaccine that could be ready in months
The rare species of Ebola involved - known as Bundibugyo - kills around a third of those infected and has no proven vaccine yet.
bbc.com
Pick your England starting line-up for the World Cup
Thomas Tuchel has named his England squad - now it's time for you to pick your Three Lions starting XI!
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Russia ‘looking for new soldiers’; Kyiv claims 83,000 dead so far in 2026
Top Ukrainian officials claim Moscow's woes are growing as independent estimates suggest Russia's economy is faltering.
aljazeera.com
Post your questions for Sister Sledge’s Kathy Sledge
The voice of some of Sister Sledge’s biggest hits is touring again, and will take on your questionsLost in Music, He’s the Greatest Dancer, Thinking of You and We Are Family – many artists would lo...
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Injured Stirling out of Ireland-New Zealand Test
Experienced batter Paul Stirling is ruled out of Ireland's one-off Test against New Zealand at Stormont next week with a calf injury.
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How Guardiola compares with Ferguson and other English managerial greats
Pep Guardiola won 17 trophies in his 10-year stay at Man City, but how does his record stand up in English football?
aljazeera.com
India is being left to die in the heat
Modi denied climate change for years. Now, as heat deaths mount, his government offers branding instead of protection.
aljazeera.com
Farage was issued with court judgement for £9,400 debt
Reform UK says Farage will appeal the County Court judgment because he had not been aware of the claim.
bbc.com
Everest record holder warns of Nepal danger as two Indian mountaineers die
At least 5 climbers have died during this Everest season, including the 2 Indians and 3 Nepalis.
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‘The days I had to have sex with randoms, I thought thank God!’ Jamie Bell on eye-popping drama Half Man
His starring role in Richard Gadd’s brutal toxic masculinity series is a far cry from his days as Billy Elliot. The actor opens up about gruelling shoots, dancing on toilets – and why he can’t ever...
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‘He’s a natural’: Andy Burnham’s allies give his social media style a thumbs up
Labour MPs and PR experts praise his refreshingly forthright approach that is a marked contrast to Keir StarmerUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham’s fingers must be aching. Between pitchi...
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Tosca review – Puccini’s high-octane bloodbath bonanza makes for a shocking festival kick-off
Glyndebourne, SussexCaitlin Gotimer’s Tosca goes from 0-60 in mere moments while the London Philharmonic unlock the barely contained violence in Ted Huffman’s long-awaited exceptional stagingGiacom...
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Hubble Captures Galaxy Cluster
Look closely at this image from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope and you’ll see galaxies of various shapes and sizes clustered together toward the center-left of the image. A few foreground stars shin...
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Why Tuchel wanted Toney back in England picture
Ivan Toney has barely featured under England boss Thomas Tuchel - but this is why the German coach wants him in his World Cup squad.
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Turkish opposition fights court ousting of leaders in ruling boosting Erdogan
The appeal court declared Özgür Özel's party leadership victory void, further cementing the president's grip on power.
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Gavin Williamson announces death of pet tarantula
The Tory MP pays tribute to his "trusty companion" Cronus, who once sat on his desk in Parliament and the Ministry of Defence.
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Best Vacuum Cleaner (2026): Cordless Vacuums, Robot Vacuums, Dysons
Looking for all our top recommended vacuums? Here are our favorites in every style we’ve tested, from stick vacs to robot vacuums.
wired.com
British climber sets record with 20th Everest summit
Kenton Cool is the first non-Nepali to have 20 Everest summits under his belt.
aljazeera.com
Romero set to be in Argentina as Spurs battle to avoid drop on final day
Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero is expected to not attend the club's final Premier League match of the season against Everton.
bbc.com
Lo-fi sci-fi, hollow metal people and Churchill’s big guns – the week in art
First major retrospective for the wartime PM’s paintings, shadows of Berlin Dada, hopeful science and the outrageous art of Valie Export – all in your weekly dispatchWinston Churchill: The PainterB...
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Toney? Injured full-backs? Stones? 26 questions about this England squad
Thomas Tuchel has named his 26-player England squad for the World Cup, with some big calls made by the Three Lions boss.
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Hundreds protest Ireland’s ‘George Floyd moment’
ndreds protest Ireland’s ‘George Floyd moment’
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SFA 'fully supports' referee Robertson & releases Celtic Park audio
The Scottish FA say match officials took the "correct action in ending the game" in Saturday's dramatic final-day Scottish Premiership title decider between Celtic and Hearts.
bbc.com
The 13 Best Fans to Buy Before It Gets Hot Again (2026)
Swap out your creaky old box fan for a new model that lights up, mists, or even follows you around the room.
wired.com
Tuchel explains England World Cup squad selections
England boss Thomas Tuchel said his job "isn't necessarily to select the 26 most talented players" as he explained his World Cup squad selections.
bbc.com
Reform UK by-election candidate accused of offensive social media posts
Party backs Robert Kenyon despite claims he made highly sexualised comments and spread Covid conspiracy theories on X
ft.com
Hyperlocal, seasonal and eco-friendly: British flower farms are coming up roses
Figures show domestic flower growers are expanding their market share, as the government gives sector official recognitionBritish flower farmers have long resembled David faced with their own parti...
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First there were coalmines, then came the windfarms. Why Colombia’s Wayúu people fear Colombia’s green energy boom
In the country’s north, mining has ravaged Indigenous lands and lives for decades. Is history repeating itself as renewable energy schemes arrive on their doorstep?In the heart of the dry tropical...
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Lib Dems announce Makerfield by-election candidate
Councillor Jake Austin will represent the Lib Dems in the Makerfield by-election on 18 June.
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Stratford and Heard to leave Gloucester Hartpury
England captain Zoe Stratford and fellow Women's Rugby World Cup winner Tatyana Heard will leave three-time reigning Premiership Women's Rugby champions Gloucester Hartpury at the end of the season.
bbc.com
AI used to fake evidence that ended Korean actor's career, say police
Police are seeking an arrest warrant for a YouTuber who allegedly fabricated evidence to defame actor Kim Soo-hyun.
bbc.com
Scientists uncover cancer-causing chemicals hidden in everyday foods
Scientists have identified potentially cancer-causing chemicals hiding in many everyday foods, especially those exposed to high heat cooking methods like grilling, roasting, smoking, and frying. Th...
sciencedaily.com
Why thousands of stock trades tied to Trump are raising eyebrows
The BBC's Michelle Fleury looks at trades disclosed by the president.
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Everton's Ndiaye adamant Senegal are champions of Africa
Iliman Ndiaye insists Senegal are African champions in "many people's eyes" despite a legal wrangle over the ultimate destination of the 2025 Afcon title.
bbc.com
New Taliban Decree on Divorce Formalizes Child Marriage in Afghanistan, U.N. Warns
A pharmacy in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Tuesday. The Taliban government has imposed some of the world’s toughest restrictions on women and girls.
nytimes.com
'Tuchel's wildcard picks and iron will position him as the anti-Southgate'
Thomas Tuchel proves he is the "anti-Southgate" in making tough calls for England's World Cup 2026 squad.
bbc.com
Electoral reform and reversing Brexit: they’re more connected than you might think | Tom Baldwin
Labour’s emerging leadership contest is reopening the EU debate. But if we want to rejoin, Britain needs a more European voting system firstNowhere is an anniversary more relished than in newspaper...
theguardian.com
Valve Steam Controller Review (2026): Wait for the Steam Machine
Without the context of Valve’s Steam Machine (which is still MIA), this controller can’t fully dazzle players yet.
wired.com
Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini dies aged 76
Petrini's movement rejected fast food to promote sustainable production and traditional cooking.
bbc.com
Dido and Aeneas review – close your eyes and this was a tremendous performance
Cutty Sark, London The Monteverdi Choir’s account of Purcell’s opera was delivered with devastating clarity, but it was somewhat smothered beneath a 200ft ship’s hullWe know that A...
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Doja Cat review – pop superstar or true freak? US iconoclast plays the tension to perfection
OVO Hydro, GlasgowMoving seamlessly through extravagant choreography between bubblegum–rap and darker, rockier material, the singer is always in full command Since her breakout almost a decade ago...
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Deadly Measles Outbreak Sickens Thousands of Children in Bangladesh
The health authorities in Bangladesh have confirmed more than 8,000 cases of measles in the outbreak.
nytimes.com
Green by-elections may cost up to £250,000
A number of Green councillors are ineligible to take up elected positions, leading to by-elections.
bbc.com
Healey asks Farage if any of £5m gift may have come from Russia-linked profits
Defence secretary also asks if billionaire’s company may have benefited from Iran war, which Reform leader initially supportedUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest updatesThe defe...
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Revolution Days review – fearless aid worker bears witness to the Arab spring
Citizens theatre, GlasgowBased on her real observations of the civil uprising, Mariem Omari’s play looks at its humanitarian impactIn less volatile times, the memory of the Arab spring would be fre...
theguardian.com
Gilt relief rally sends yields to biggest weekly drop since 2024
Burnham pledge to stick to fiscal rules and pullback from bets on higher BoE interest rates drive rebound
ft.com
Ruthless Tuchel leaves big names out of England's World Cup squad
Ruthless Thomas Tuchel has left a number of high-profile names out of his England squad for the World Cup, while striker Ivan Toney has earned a shock recall.
skysports.com
Scientists discover a strange hidden state in “sandwich” molecules
Scientists have uncovered a strange hidden structure formed during the creation of metallocenes, a class of sandwich-like molecules used in everything from catalysis to medicine. The newly characte...
sciencedaily.com
Stapleton and Nolan return for crucial qualifiers
Jessie Stapleton and Hayley Nolan return to the Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Netherlands and France.
bbc.com
Tuchel leaves Palmer and Foden out of England’s 2026 World Cup squad
Real Madrid's Trent Alexander-Arnold also left out, while Saudi-based Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney the surprise inclusion.
aljazeera.com
‘We needed a Hitler who really vibed with the dog’: meet Lexie, the world’s first cinemadographer
A new film, Blondi, takes audiences inside the Führer’s bunker in the final days of the Third Reich, from the point of view of his beloved AlsatianWhen Pablo Álvarez-Hornia stood up to present Blon...
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From Chelsea relegation to £200m game - how play-offs have evolved
From crowds of 15,000 watching on 40 years ago to the richest game in world football today, the play-offs have changed significantly.
bbc.com
Einstein’s “wormhole” may actually reveal a hidden mirror of time
What if wormholes were never cosmic tunnels at all? New research suggests Einstein and Rosen’s famous “bridge” may actually reveal something even stranger: time itself could flow in two directions...
sciencedaily.com
In West Bank, Latest Victim of Israeli Settler Violence Shocks in a New Way
A dog being beaten by a settler in the West Bank village of Atara in May.
nytimes.com
From General to Governor: Putin Pushes a ‘New Elite’ of War Veterans
A photo released by Russian state media showed President Vladimir V. Putin meeting with Alexander Shuvayev in Moscow this month on the day Mr. Shuvayev was appointed to lead the Belgorod region.
nytimes.com
A New Era of Exploring the Universe in Radio
With 263 antennas spread across the U.S. and Mexico, the Next Generation Very Large Array, would join a new wave of radio astronomy.
nytimes.com
The Gulf’s AI Boom Has an Undersea Cable Problem
Hyperscalers are pushing the Gulf to rethink internet infrastructure as AI raises the stakes of cable disruptions.
wired.com
Lebanon’s economy struggles under renewed war and global fuel crisis
Lebanon's ongoing war and financial crises threaten to render the nation economically unviable, experts warn.
aljazeera.com
Jess Phillips says rape sentences for teen boys 'unduly lenient'
The three teenagers avoided custodial sentences for their roles in the rape of two girls.
bbc.com
Scientists warn that current vitamin B12 guidelines may be putting your brain at risk
Getting enough vitamin B12 to meet current health guidelines may not actually be enough to protect the aging brain. Researchers at UC San Francisco found that older adults with “normal” but lower l...
sciencedaily.com
Burnham to launch byelection campaign as Green candidate quits after just nine hours – UK politics live
Andy Burnham due to address supporters as he officially launches campaign to be Labour candidate for MakerfieldGood morning and welcome to our live coverage of UK politics.Andy Burnham is set to of...
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Quiz: Name all the Championship play-off final winners
To give you a hand we've listed the number of times, and the years they have done it in. Good luck!
bbc.com
Mabe Fratti and Bill Orcutt: Almost Waking review – cellist and guitarist unite for tender harmonies and torrid tangles
(Unheard of Hope)The Guatemalan newcomer and US veteran find striking common ground on an intimate collaboration full of agitation, complexity and uncanny chemistryThis dreamlike, intimate album un...
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How Hull have defied all data and logic this season to reach Wembley
Amid the drama of 'Spygate', it's worth remembering that Hull City are in this Championship play-off final too. They have been in it this whole time.
skysports.com
Former Green Party by-election candidate apologises for sharing 'false flag' post
The Green Party had announced Chris Kennedy withdrew as candidate for "personal and family reasons".
bbc.com
Africa summit in India postponed over Ebola outbreak fears
The India-Africa summit was set to be held next week in Delhi after more than a decade.
bbc.com
GOP senators delay immigration funding. And, what to expect this hurricane season
Congressional Republicans left for recess without passing Trump's top immigration enforcement package. And, forecasters are predicting fewer storms than average for the 2026 hurricane season.
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Miles Davis: Ascenseur pour l’Échafaud review – harmonic openness for Louis Malle’s haunting noir thriller
(Decca France)The trumpeter’s improvised soundtrack for the new wave director’s 1957 film still glows with sensuality, tension and nocturnal beauty in this lavish reissueWhen Miles Davis was dying...
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Green party candidate for Makerfield byelection quits after less than 12 hours
Party apologises for posts by Chris Kennedy about attack on Jewish ambulances and says he has withdrawn for personal reasonsThe Green party’s candidate for the Makerfield byelection has withdrawn f...
theguardian.com
Two-time NASCAR champion Busch dies at 41 after 'severe illness'
Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR champion, has died aged 41 after being taken to hospital with a "severe illness".
skysports.com
Japan’s World Cup 2026 team preview: Players to watch, group, squad
Japan have beaten Germany, Brazil, England and Spain since 2022, but may struggle to sustain a genuine title push.
aljazeera.com
Ladies First review – Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike come last in one-joke Netflix comedy
A misogynist is made to learn the error of his ways in this painfully dated and embarrassingly star-packed sexism comedyIn its attempt to become a one-stop shop for just about every form of nostalg...
theguardian.com
US pauses $14bn weapons sale to Taiwan due to Iran war
US acting navy chief Hung Cao told a Senate hearing they were "doing a pause" on the sale to make sure they had munitions for the Iran war.
bbc.com
Trash hits! Why a wave of hedonistic, feral female pop stars are rejecting respectability
In a collapsing world, artists like Slayyyter and Cobrah are chasing extreme highs with hyperactive music and debauched lyrics. Is their trashy vibe emancipating – or a bit contrived?If any year de...
theguardian.com
The week in wildlife: a lurking leopard, a lucky fox and a wily coyote
This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...
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'We don't see enough violence' - Rozicki wants all-out Billam-Smith war
If Chris Billam-Smith chose boxing, then it's safe to say boxing chose his next opponent.
skysports.com
Knicks need two more wins to reach NBA Finals after beating Cavaliers
Josh Hart scored a playoff career-high 26 points, Jalen Brunson had 19 points and 14 assists, and the New York Knicks moved halfway to their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999 by beating the Cl...
skysports.com
Knicks produce 18-point surge in win over Cavaliers
The New York Knicks score 18 unanswered points on the way to a 109-93 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers as they take a 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven Eastern Conference final.
bbc.com
Iran war day 84: US-Iran talks advance amid mediation push
US and Iran continue mediated talks, exchanging draft proposals aimed at reaching a formal agreement.
aljazeera.com
Congress delays vote on Republican-backed ICE funding after GOP infighting
Republicans upended plans to pass a partisan bill to fund ICE after party infighting over unrelated issues snarled their progress.
npr.org
Finnish phone-maker HMD bundles Indian AI chatbot onto new smartphone in push to reach local market
HMD is pre-loading Sarvam's Indus chatbot app, which supports 22 Indic languages
techcrunch.com
US sanctions Tanzanian police official over 'torture' of rights activists
The sanctions come amid growing scrutiny of Tanzania’s human rights record in recent years.
bbc.com
Tour Down Under to feature first joint men's and women's event
Australia's Tour Down Under will become the first World Tour race to host men's and women's stages on the same course and day, over the same distance.
bbc.com
Can ex-West Indies skipper Adams take Jersey to a World Cup?
Former West Indies captain Jimmy Adams on why he is coaching Jersey in their quest to reach the T20 World Cup.
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Two-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after ‘severe illness’
Busch was in his 22nd full-time season in NASCAR's top division, where he won two Cup Series titles in 2015 and 2019.
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Hunger and Thirst by Claire Fuller review – a blend of social realism and gothic horror
In this lurid, big-boned, often brilliant book about a sculptor and a true-crime documentary, state-of-the-nation commentary and gruesome chills combineClaire Fuller is fascinated by corpses: by th...
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Big oil’s war profits may have a silver lining after all
As conflict in Iran sends prices soaring, fossil fuel companies are seeing extraordinary gains – but the crisis may also accelerate the shift towards clean energy• Don’t get Down to Earth delivered...
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'Humphries man to beat in Premier League finals but Clayton could run riot'
Wayne Mardle is backing Luke Humphries to successfully defend his Premier League Darts title, saying the world No 2 is "the man to beat" after a major upturn in form.
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Knicks move two wins from the NBA Finals with 109-93 victory over the Cavs
New York Knicks use an explosive third quarter to take a 2-0 lead over Cleveland in the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
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From Benidorm beaches to Barcelona - the rise of Lopez
With the Women's Champions League final between Barcelona and Lyon on Saturday, BBC Sport takes a look at the extraordinary rise of football's next global superstar, Vicky Lopez.
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'It all started with Jason Statham' - Verhoeven
Will former kickboxing world champion Rico Verhoeven "write history" against unified boxing world champion Oleksandr Usyk?
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TV tonight: Emilia Clarke’s stylish, fun cold war thriller
Haley Lu Richardson, Adrian Lester and Harriet Walter also star in Ponies. Plus: inside the world’s biggest curry restaurant. Here’s what to watch this evening9pm, Sky AtlanticA starry, stylish and...
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Sea foam may look sinister but it is mostly harmless and natural
Phenomenon, often seen around Britain’s coast at this time of year, is caused by a combination of algae and weatherAt this time of year a sinister-looking substance can often be sighted around Brit...
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'We'll never know if he could have been saved.' The gaps in Trump's rural health fund
Republicans promise that $50 billion in new health funding will help rural America. But it's not expected to aid the years-long effort in North Carolina's Martin County to reopen its only hospital.
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As voters prioritize cost of living, focus on abortion evolves in midterm elections
There's been a shift in attention in the party ahead of the midterms as voters rank affordability the top issue. That raises questions about what an evolving message on reproductive rights looks like.
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Thousands attend funeral prayers for San Diego mosque attack victims
More than 2,000 people gathered for Islamic funeral prayers in San Diego for three men killed in mosque attack
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Australian man dies after falling down ravine on hike to Machu Picchu
The body of Matthew Cameron Paton, 53, was found on Thursday, about 300m (984ft) down an abyss.
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Turkish opposition leader vows to stay after court ousts him
Turkiye’s main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has vowed not to leave party headquarters.
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Takeaways from the DNC's 'autopsy' of the 2024 presidential election
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with political strategist and Clinton White House counselor Paul Begala about the DNC's "autopsy" dissecting its defeat in the 2024 presidential election.
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Trump's interest in Cuba is political -- and personal
The U.S. government's indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro came as President Trump also hinted at military action. But Trump's interest in Cuba isn't just political -- it's also personal.
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Country diary: Violence, precision and a free lunch – welcome to the weird world of pollination | Phil Gates
Willington, County Durham: On a fine May morning, there’s no better time to look at the stunning array of ways that bees and flowers have co-evolved to interact“It is a truth universally acknowledg...
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Countries need clarity on war before tapping oil reserves, France says
G7 finance ministers did not discuss second emergency release to calm energy crisis, says Roland Lescure
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Investing in the era of scarcity
Markets have yet to register the new fashion among governments for hoarding and huddling
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The European cars made in China
Western automakers are taking advantage of Chinese overcapacity to export lower-cost vehicles to their home markets
ft.com
Ex-WHSmith high street chain ‘almost completely broken’, says new boss
TG Jones chief blames woes on former owner’s lack of investment as it seeks to rally support for restructuring plan
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US pausing $14bn arms sale to Taiwan due to Iran war, navy chief says
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao's remarks come as US President Donald Trump gives mixed signals on the sale.
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Elon Musk's SpaceX postpones Starship launch
It comes just a day after the firm revealed plans for a record-breaking stock market debut.
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Alberta to hold referendum on whether to remain in Canada
An independence movement in the western Canadian province has been pushing for a referendum on whether Alberta should separate from the rest of the country.
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In Jab at Trump, Mexico Targets Foreign Election Meddling
Voters casting ballots in Mexico City during Mexico’s general election in 2024.
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Greenlanders protest opening of new US consulate in Nuuk
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Nuuk as the United States opened a new consulate in Greenland’s capital.
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UN gravely concerned by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage
The United Nations expressed "grave concern" on Thursday about a new law issued by Afghanistan's Taliban government on separation in marriage which includes provisions on child marriage.
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'No means no': Greenlanders protest against Trump outside new US consulate
The inauguration of the new consulate comes amid a push by the US president for greater control over the island.
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Turkish court ousts leader of main opposition party
Ankara court overturns results of leadership election won by Republican People's Party head Ozgur Ozel.
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Rubio doubtful of diplomacy with Cuba as Trump raises new threat of military action
President Donald Trump and America's top diplomat on Thursday again raised the specter of U.S. military intervention in Cuba, a day after the administration announced criminal charges against the i...
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US to send 5,000 more troops to Poland, Trump says
The announcement comes a week after the Pentagon cancelled a planned deployment of 4,000 troops to the country.
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Fans react to Stephen Colbert’s final show
The late-night host will appear behind his CBS desk for the final time after the network announced last summer that the show would end after 11 seasons.
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Alberta Separation: What to Know Ahead of Oct. 19 Vote on Staying in Canada
Alberta’s premier, Danielle Smith, speaking during her regular weekly radio call-in show last year in Calgary.
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“Zombie cells” aren’t always bad and that could transform anti-aging medicine
Scientists are uncovering a surprising truth about aging cells: some may damage the body, while others help protect it. The discovery is fueling a new wave of precision anti-aging therapies aimed a...
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US Senate pushes back against Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund
The Senate delayed a vote on immigration enforcement funds in a rare show of dissent ahead of its Memorial Day recess.
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Global buyout funds to exit China’s data centres with final $1bn deal
Princeton Digital Group’s sale process caps foreign retreat from the country’s sensitive digital infrastructure
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Can OpenAI’s ‘Master of Disaster’ Fix AI’s Reputation Crisis?
Global affairs chief Chris Lehane wants to tone down the debate over AI’s societal impacts—and get states to pass laws that won’t derail OpenAI’s meteoric rise.
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Iran war live: Signs of progress amid efforts to reach US-Iran peace deal
A new opinion poll in the US suggests that 60 percent of Americans now oppose President Donald Trump's war on Iran.