AfD Victory in Saxony-Anhalt Sends a Signal to Europe
Ulrich Siegmund, center, the lead candidate for the far-right Alternative for Germany, celebrating after polls closed on Sunday.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-09-06
The volunteers risking their lives to defuse Indonesia's wildfire 'carbon bombs'
Peat fires in Borneo are releasing ancient stores of carbon - and sending a toxic smog across South East Asia.
co.uk
Five killed as Amazon cargo plane overshoots runway in Miami
Crash of Prime Air 767-300 is latest in a string of recent US aviation accidents
ft.com
UK hiring picks up in latest hint of improving economic confidence
Survey suggests demand for staff is now stabilising in the private sector
ft.com
Germany’s Far Right Just Misses Majority in Crucial State Election
Ulrich Siegmund, the lead candidate for the far-right party Alternative for Germany, with colleagues in Saxony-Anhalt on Sunday.
nytimes.com
Jones shocks Selby to win British Open title
Jak Jones claims the second ranking title of his career by beating four-time world champion Mark Selby 10-6 in the British Open final.
co.uk
Watch: England v Ireland - third ODI highlights
The third and final ODI of the series between England and Ireland at New Road, Worcester.
co.uk
Phil Schiller’s App Store exit reportedly driven by wariness over future plans
Schiller reportedly had reservations about new CEO John Ternus' goal of bringing in more recurring revenue from the App Store.
techcrunch.com
When Man City call you don't say no - Ndiaye
New £60m Manchester City signing Iliman Ndiaye says playing in the Champions League is where he belongs.
co.uk
'Just unheard of! - Antonelli's miracle win likened to 'walking on water'
On a Monza weekend that had already produced one implausible result in qualifying, Italy's new young star Kimi Antonelli delivered a second in Sunday's thrilling race to ensure its own prominent pl...
skysports.com
Niels Refsgaard, Who Transformed the American Table, Dies at 91
As a designer for Dansk, he created dishware that reflected the casual dining style of the late 1960s and 70s, when fine china became an anachronism.
nytimes.com
Chelsea plot early move for Scott - Monday's gossip
Chelsea plot early move for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, Chelsea winger Pedro Neto attracts interest, and Manchester United and Newcastle United inquire about Christopher Nkunku.
co.uk
Peace talks rich in symbolism but fundamental differences between Russia and Ukraine remain
Despite talks between US envoys and both Putin and Zelensky, the expectation in Kyiv is the fighting will continue, writes James Landale.
co.uk
Can AfD form Germany’s first far-right state government since World War II?
Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is projected to win a regional election in Saxony-Anhalt.
aljazeera.com
Video shows damaged Amazon cargo plane after crash
An Amazon Air cargo plane has overshot the runway while attempting to land at Miami International Airport.
co.uk
Susan Sarandon says she still loses film roles over support for Palestine
Susan Sarandon says she still loses film roles over support for Palestine
aljazeera.com
Four wins in a row, but can it only get better for Hearts?
Hearts move up to second place in the Premiership as new head coach Wouter Vrancken gets to grips with a much-changed squad at Tynecastle.
co.uk
No new striker, no worries - Havertz and Odegaard torment Chelsea
Nine points from three games, one goal conceded and big players stepping up - are Arsenal still ahead of the rest in the race for the Premier League title?
co.uk
At least five killed in New Delhi building collapse
At least five people have been killed and nine rescued after a building housing mostly students collapsed in New Delhi.
aljazeera.com
Europe failing to deter Russia’s ‘hybrid’ war, warn defence officials
Foiled drone attack at German airport seen as sign of Nato’s weak response and Moscow’s impunity
ft.com
'There are no rules here' - Hamilton criticises Ferrari after Leclerc clash
Lewis Hamilton has accused Ferrari of having "no rules" after a clash with his team-mate Charles Leclerc during the Italian Grand Prix.
skysports.com
INCREDIBLE SCENES! | GB & I claim first Walker Cup win since 2015 on final hole
Josh Hill claims the Walker Cup for Great Britain & Ireland for the first time since 2015 on the final hole.
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After transfer worries, Everton have an unlikely new hero
Not even Ainsley Maitland-Niles could have imagined his Premier League return for Everton would have played out like it did.
co.uk
Indonesia volcano eruption disrupts hundreds of flights
Two new eruptions were recorded as Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau continued to spew volcanic ash.
aljazeera.com
Adidas faces boycott calls over campaign featuring former Israeli soldier
Activists slam campaign showing soldier while over 5,000 Palestinians faced amputations due to Israeli attacks in Gaza.
aljazeera.com
Trump administration appeals again to US Supreme Court over mail-in voting
How the nation's highest court rules could have major implications in this year’s midterm elections.
aljazeera.com
Why is Argentina reviving the Falklands dispute?
More than 44 years after Britain and Argentina went to war over the Falkland Islands, Argentina is reasserting its claim
aljazeera.com
New contenders emerge on WSL return - but Man City start strong
The Women’s Super League returned this weekend and with it a host of new signings, improved squads and unexpected results.
co.uk
AfD celebrate projected win in Saxony-Anhalt
AfD leaders celebrated tonight as exit polls projected a big lead in the Saxony-Anhalt vote.
co.uk
What did we learn from opening weekend in WSL?
After an opening weekend that saw new contenders arrive on the scene and old ones flatter to deceive, Sky Sports analyses the key talking points from the opening fixtures of the 2026/27 Women's Sup...
skysports.com
Witkoff says peace talks have been ‘very meaningful’ in Ukraine
Witkoff says peace talks have been ‘very meaningful’ in Ukraine
aljazeera.com
Antonelli extraordinary as Gasly has superb weekend - driver ratings
BBC Radio 5 Live F1 commentator Harry Benjamin rates how the drivers performed during the Italian Grand Prix.
co.uk
Sabalenka edges Townsend to reach US Open quarters and retain No 1 spot
Aryna Sabalenka is clinging on to her US Open title and the world No 1 spot after an unconvincing win over Taylor Townsend.
skysports.com
Arsenal edge out Chelsea in pulsating London derby
Arsenal came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 in the first real major Premier League heavyweight clash of the new campaign - in an early contender for game of the season.
skysports.com
Algerian boy found dead after four days trapped in a well
Rescuers in Algeria have recovered the body of 10-year-old Ayoub, who died after being trapped in a well.
aljazeera.com
Photos: UN urges global aid after China, Nepal floods kill over 1,300
UN launches $50m appeal to aid over 84,000 flood survivors in Nepal amid cholera threat and sanitation challenges.
aljazeera.com
Odegaard and Saka star - player ratings for Arsenal v Chelsea
How Arsenal and Chelsea's players rated following their Premier League match.
co.uk
Popular brain supplement linked to shorter lifespan in men
A large study involving more than 270,000 people has linked higher blood levels of the amino acid tyrosine to a shorter lifespan in men. Using both observational data and genetic analysis, research...
sciencedaily.com
Dunkley century helps England seal ODI series sweep over Ireland
Sophia Dunkley's century helped secure England's comprehensive 114-run win in the third and final one-day international against Ireland at Worcester. The victory completes a 3-0 series sweep for th...
co.uk
Minecraft cosplay and Oasis in Venice: photos of the weekend
The Guardian’s picture editors select photographs from around the world Continue reading...
theguardian.com
Far-right AfD surges in German state elections, exit polls show
Alternative for Germany projected to secure more than 44 per cent of Saxony-Anhalt vote in big electoral setback for established parties
ft.com
The Guardian view on Burnham’s devolution plans: power must be accompanied by scrutiny | Editorial
Vital accountability mechanisms have withered as English devolution has evolved. The government should take note Andy Burnham has criticised Britain’s “unaccountable state” that is at once too powe...
theguardian.com
Itoje returns to England squad for training camp
Second row Maro Itoje returns to the England set-up after being named in a 36-man training squad for this autumn's Nations Championship matches.
co.uk
German far-right set for big win in eastern state - exit polls
Germany's AfD has hailed a "historic result" and is projected to win 44.5% of the vote, far ahead of the conservative CDU on 18.5%.
co.uk
TechCrunch Mobility: Tesla Cybercab hits the road — and a snag
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
techcrunch.com
Far-right AFD wins vote in Germany’s Saxony-Anhalt state: Exit polls
This is a breaking news story.
aljazeera.com
'That's OUTRAGEOUS!' - Maitland-Niles' audacious strike levels for Everton on debut
Ainsley Maitland-Niles score a last-minute stunner to snatch a point for Everton in their Premier League clash with Manchester United.
skysports.com
Dead fish fill vanishing river as drought grips Indonesia
A prolonged dry spell has caused millions of fish to die in Indonesia’s Silugonggo River in Central Java.
aljazeera.com
US envoys hold ‘substantive’ talks with Zelenskyy in first visit to Kyiv
Meeting comes a day after US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
aljazeera.com
Live Updates: Germany’s Far Right Eyes Breakthrough in Regional Election
Victory for the Alternative for Germany party in a vote in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt would propel a far-right party into power for the first time since World War II.
nytimes.com
Which sub had biggest impact? Everton v Man Utd player ratings
How Everton and Manchester United's players rated at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
co.uk
Embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino to stand for re-election
FIFA says its chief has not changed his stance on re-election as Infantino faces widespread criticism.
aljazeera.com
US envoys meet Putin: What’s behind latest diplomacy on Russia-Ukraine war?
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met Putin and headed to Kyiv as part of Trump's new efforts to broker agreement.
aljazeera.com
That sound you hear is not the world ending – it’s liberalism being monstered | Waleed Aly
It turns out most of us no longer believe in progress. And when that happens, it quickly becomes a crisis for societies like oursGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDepending...
theguardian.com
Equestrian: Burghley Horse Trials
Coverage from the 2026 Burghley Horse Trials.
co.uk
No blockbuster signing but Arsenal's attack still finding another level
Midway through the second half at the Emirates Stadium, Martin Odegaard picked up the ball in an inside-right position and threaded a pass towards Kai Havertz, whose flick allowed the onrushing Buk...
skysports.com
China, Nepal race to find thousands still missing 12 days after floods
More than 5,500 people are still missing in China and Nepal after catastrophic floods across the two countries.
aljazeera.com
Off the crossbar! Bruno comes close early on for Man Utd
Bruno Fernandes hits the crossbar early in Manchester United's Premier League clash with Everton
skysports.com
WSL round-up: New signings Baum and Hanson secure wins for Arsenal and Spurs
Sky Sports' round-up of Sunday's action across the Women's Super League as new signings for Arsenal and Tottenham shine to secure wins for both clubs.
skysports.com
How significant are the Yemeni government’s military gains against Houthis?
Government forces make gains as fighting escalates, raising fears of a return to full-scale war.
aljazeera.com
How the West’s promise of freedom created a world of anger
In Deja Vu’s next episode, Pankaj Mishra traces today’s political anger to the Enlightenment and empire.
aljazeera.com
Palestinians mourn loved ones in mass funeral in Gaza City
Thousands attended a mass funeral for 100 Palestinians whose bodies were recovered from rubble in Gaza City.
aljazeera.com
Lebanon warns of ‘dangerous escalation’ after new Israeli strikes
Finance ministry building damaged and empty hospital destroyed in bombing campaign
ft.com
Infantino to stand for re-election as FIFA president
Gianni Infantino will stand for re-election as FIFA president next March.
skysports.com
Bangladesh protesters demand action over rising costs
Bangladesh sees its first major protests under PM Tarique Rahman, with thousands marching over rising living costs.
aljazeera.com
King Lear review – Ian McDiarmid is a titanic, heartbreaking wonder
Crucible theatre, Sheffield The 82-year-old actor gives a performance of absolute authenticity and clarity as the erratic demagogue in a uniformly impressive productionThe word “nothing” is spoken...
theguardian.com
Fifa president Infantino will stand for re-election
Fifa president Gianni Infantino will stand for re-election in March, the world governing body has confirmed.
co.uk
Swinney suggests Scots will not travel further for health care under reforms
Plans are in motion to cut Scotland's mainland health boards from 14 to two, but questions remain about how they would work in practice.
co.uk
Can you guess the real size of each country on the new world map?
Pick which country is bigger, then watch it morph from Mercator to Equal Earth projection to see how close you were.
aljazeera.com
Photos: Gaza holds funeral for 100 Palestinians recovered from rubble
Gaza families hold mass funeral for 100 people recovered from rubble in Zeitoun neighbourhood.
aljazeera.com
Farage says overseas donation row ‘looks bad’ but denies Reform breached electoral law
Robert Jenrick says party has followed legal protocol ‘at all times’ as Met police consider launching investigationNigel Farage has acknowledged the overseas donation row engulfing Reform UK “looks...
theguardian.com
A Bad Year for Bees Gets Worse as Trump’s Tariffs Hit Canada’s Honey Belt
Alberta produces 40 percent of Canada’s honey. This year, rain and President Trump’s trade war have combined to threaten the industry.
nytimes.com
‘I’m trying to figure out where I’m supposed to be’: singer Momo Boyd on making space for herself
The Infinity Song artist is embracing uncertainty as she launches her solo career, while challenging the assumptions placed on Black women in music“I’m trying to figure out where I’m supposed to be...
theguardian.com
Air conditioners are our best bet in the fight against extreme heat – whether we like it or not
Global AC demand will inevitably accelerate as the world continues to warm amid the climate crisisThe greenest campaigners against climate change have long suffered from a crippling shortcoming: th...
theguardian.com
Police slow to respond to Dover protest, says council boss
The "exceptionally well organised" protest "caught several agencies on the hoof", the leader says.
co.uk
US, Iran engaged in tanker war: Where is the months-long conflict headed?
The US and Iran attack tankers in Strait of Hormuz, as the two sides try to exert control over the strategic waterway.
aljazeera.com
Black-clad Dover protesters condemned for ‘dressing up in costumes’ by minister
Business secretary says masked anti-immigration protest was ‘not something we would want’ on British streetsA cabinet minister has condemned the blocking of Dover roads by dozens of masked and blac...
theguardian.com
My Brief Summer Fling With Siri AI
I was initially enamored with the beta version of Apple’s revamped smartphone assistant. As the full release approaches, I’ve forgotten Siri AI even exists.
wired.com
Zia Yusuf’s post about Camden council leader is ‘straightforward racism’, says minister
Reform UK’s home affairs spokesperson has faced criticism within party after post about Sagal Abdi-Wali, a former child refugeeLabour has accused Reform’s Zia Yusuf of “straightforward racism” afte...
theguardian.com
Why China Is the Bogeyman Data Center Enthusiasts Just Can't Quit
Polls show that overwhelming majorities of Americans hate data centers. China makes a perfect scapegoat for tech leaders and their allies—the only problem is a lack of evidence.
wired.com
Israeli air attacks on Lebanon kill at least four
Two women killed in an air attack on Arab Salim, and two people killed in strike on Nabatieh al-Fawqa.
aljazeera.com
Trump Envoys Expected to Make First Visit to Kyiv
Steve Witkoff, second from left, and Jared Kushner behind him in Moscow on Saturday, where they sought to make inroads toward ending Russia’s war with Ukraine.
nytimes.com
A Bad Year for Bees Gets Worse as Trump’s Tariffs Hit Canada’s Honey Belt
Alberta produces 40 percent of Canada’s honey. This year, rain and President Trump’s trade war have combined to threaten the industry.
nytimes.com
‘On the other side of pain there can be renewal’: Ezra Collective’s Femi Koleoso on reasons to hold on to hope
The bandleader, drummer, DJ and broadcaster is guest-editing this week’s Saturday magazine Culture features. In his editor’s letter, he shares why he’s optimistic for the future. Plus: his bandmate...
theguardian.com
‘It leaves holes inside of you’: graphic novel aims to remember the history and horror of genocide
Dana Mashoian Walrath’s The Book of Genocides is an audacious and personal new look at genocides from Germany to PalestineThe artist Dana Mashoian Walrath’s new book honours the Jewish victims of t...
theguardian.com
German state heads to regional polls in far-right cliffhanger
AfD is within reach of power in eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt
ft.com
Nigel Farage to be quizzed as he battles to contain growing donations scandal – UK politics live
The Reform UK leader is under pressure after senior aides appeared to plot how to bypass electoral laws on foreign donationsGood morning and welcome to our live coverage of UK politics. The Reform...
theguardian.com
'The highlight of my whole career' - Taylor ecstatic with Croke Park swansong
Katie Taylor acclaimed becoming a three-time undisputed world champion in her farewell fight at Croke Park as the most special moment of her decorated career.
skysports.com
Public backlash against data centers is rising. Politicians are playing catchup
Public sentiment against data centers is running high this election season, leaving politicians of all stripes scrambling to respond. We look at how this is playing out in Pennsylvania.
npr.org
Politics chat: First-ever Republican midterm convention or Trump rally?
A first-ever Republican midterm convention is taking place this week in Dallas, but are candidates interested in attending? Plus, Michigan's Democratic senate candidate apologizes to Jewish voters.
npr.org
London mayoral contenders limber up for a race that is Sadiq Khan’s to lose
Tories and Reform hope to unseat the incumbent by tempting some Labour voters to shift to the right The bicycles have been brought out and eager fists are getting ready to knock on hundreds of door...
theguardian.com
Farewell win at Croke park 'highlight of my career' - Taylor
Katie Taylor reflects on a 'dream' career beating Flora Pili by unanimous decision at a sold-out Croke Park to become a three-time undisputed world champion in her final fight before retirement.
co.uk
How do you arrest 50,000 people quietly?
ICE agents arrested an average of one person every 54 seconds in July. AJLabs examines a record month for deportations.
aljazeera.com
Egyptian TV presenter sentenced to death in major drug case
Cairo court sentences TV host Sarah Khalifa and 11 others to death over drug trafficking ring.
aljazeera.com
FIFA’s Infantino avoids questions on his future amid growing uncertainty
Upon arrival at the U-20 Women's World Cup, Infantino remained tight-lipped about his re-election as FIFA president.
aljazeera.com
Daryz, Gstaad and Opera Ballo feature on stellar Arc Trials Day
Daryz, Gstaad, Opera Ballo and Benvenuto Cellini all line up on an outstanding Arc Trials Day from ParisLongchamp on Sunday.
skysports.com
US envoys Witkoff and Kushner set for talks in Kyiv after meeting with Putin in Moscow
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to arrive in Kyiv on Sunday in their first visit to the Ukrainian capital as part of a renewed push for peace in Russia's full-scale invasion of...
npr.org
TV tonight: laughter and horror in a dark new Aussie crime comedy
Fans of Guilt will enjoy this thriller about two siblings who accidentally kill a man. Plus: more claustrophobic action in Vigil. Here’s what to watch this evening10.15pm, ITV1 Continue reading...
theguardian.com
Volcano eruption triggers flight suspensions at Indonesia's main airport
More than 20,000 passengers are stranded after ash was detected in airspace near Jakarta following volcanic eruptions.
co.uk
Flames burst from Qantas plane engine after New Zealand takeoff
A terrifying moment unfolded aboard a Qantas flight from Queenstown to Sydney when flames erupted from its left engine.
aljazeera.com
Yemeni forces claim strategic district amid intensified Houthi clashes
More than 60 people, including civilians, killed as clashes between Yemeni forces and Houthis intensify in Taiz.
aljazeera.com
‘The first half of my 20s was hell’: Maisie Williams on her tough childhood and why she’s been having more fun since Game of Thrones
After her role in the fantasy series, the actor felt lost. Now she’s getting relationship advice from Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, and following a Sex and the City star’s mantra: never be anyw...
theguardian.com
More than 20 killed in fire at wedding party in DR Congo
Authorities have launched an investigation into a fire that killed 22 people at a wedding party in Kinshasa, DR Congo.
aljazeera.com
German voters head to polls as far-right AfD party eyes historic state win
Saxony-Anhalt elections could see AfD become the first far-right party to take power at a state level since WWII.
aljazeera.com
In Germany, Ulrich Siegmund Is Bringing the AfD to the Cusp of Power
Ulrich Siegmund, center, is the lead candidate for the far-right party Alternative for Germany in a state election in Saxony-Anhalt on Sunday. The party is projected to finish first.
nytimes.com
Elections in Germany Could Produce First Far-Right State Government Since Nazi Era: What to Know
An AfD campaign rally in Naumburg, a city in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, in August. The party has appealed to voters with promises to revitalize a sagging economy and deport immigrants.
nytimes.com
China’s New Graduates, Facing a Dire Job Market, Must Also Contend With A.I.
College students at a job fair in Fuyang, China, in April.
nytimes.com
Trump’s approval rating falls to all-time low in FT poll
Voters’ anxiety about economy saps popularity of US president and his Republican Party weeks before midterm elections
ft.com
Russian gold floods through Hong Kong in wake of western sanctions
Shipments hit record high with almost 100 tonnes imported from Russia in first seven months of this year
ft.com
UBS demands new junior bankers show AI proficiency
Graduates and interns hoping to join Swiss bank must show they can use the technology to improve outcomes and efficiency
ft.com
No busking, no drinking: councils hire private groups to enforce growing list of rules
Crackdown by local officials in England has raised concerns about infringements on civil liberties
ft.com
AI can now control fusion plasma faster than humans can react
Princeton researchers have tested an AI system that can monitor and control fusion plasma in milliseconds, reacting far faster than a human operator. In one experiment, it predicted a damaging inst...
sciencedaily.com
Scientists find a weak spot in one of the deadliest brain cancers
Researchers may have found a new way to weaken glioblastoma’s defenses against treatment. Blocking a protein called SET prevented tumors from forming in preclinical models, while targeting related...
sciencedaily.com
Nearly 9,000 killed in Israeli attacks on Lebanon since 2023
More than 179 attacks on ambulance crews recorded since March 2, killing 179 healthcare workers.
aljazeera.com
German company launches rocket as Europe enters satellite race
Isar Aerospace says its 28-metre-long Spectrum rocket blasted off into space from Andøya spaceport in Arctic Norway.
aljazeera.com
Iran war live: IRGC claims new attacks on US warships over naval blockade
IRGC says it fired ballistic missiles at US aircraft carrier and destroyer as standoff intensifies in Strait of Hormuz.