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Pakistan’s Kashmir votes: Why the election hinges on 12 disputed seats
The fight over refugee representation has revived longstanding questions about democracy, autonomy and political power.
Who is Ben Carroll, the man who wants to be Victoria’s next premier?
Carroll, who has confirmed he will make a leadership challenge, was elected to parliament in 2012 and says he has always been ambitiousIn 2023, when then-public transport minister Ben Carroll failed in his surprising bid to secure the leadership of the Victorian Labor party, he told a press conference: “I was always very keen to rise.”The premier Daniel Andrews had resigned believing he had locked...
Seven suspected new bird flu cases are ‘evidence of spread’ into Australian wildlife, experts warn
BirdLife Australia says discoveries of sick and dead local seabirds in South Australia show outbreak is ‘taking hold’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSouth Australia has reported seven new suspected cases of deadly H5 bird flu, with experts warning it could be a sign the disease has begun spreading through local bird p...
The woman promoting the UK pottery region to Japan
Yuri Kawakami-Shotton is praised for her Spode Museum tours, in bringing in Japanese visitors.
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The woman promoting the UK Potteries region in Japan
Yuri Kawakami-Shotton is praised for her Spode Museum tours, in bringing in Japanese visitors.
Live: Macron to visit fire-ravaged southwest France as new heatwave due in Europe
President Emmanuel Macron will on Monday visit an area ravaged by a forest fire in southwest France to show support to firefighters and local officials, his office said. The fire west of the city of Bordeaux, which has ravaged 42,000 hectares of pine forest and destroyed 240 homes since Wednesday, has waned after drizzle overnight but has not yet been contained. His visit comes as another heatwave...
Live: Gironde wildfire ‘stabilised but not contained’, French Interior Minister Nunez says
French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez told the press on Monday that the the fires in France's Gironde region were "stabilised but not contained". Some 115,000 hectares (284,000 acres) have burned in wildfires in France since the start of the year. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Watch live: French interior minister speaks after crisis meeting on France's devastating wildfires
French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez spoke to the press on Monday after an emergency cabinet meeting on the uncontrolled fires spreading across southern France that have so far forced more than 250,000 people from their homes. Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will visit fire-hit areas in Valencia in the east of Spain, where firefighters are battling a new blaze that has forced thousands to f...
Live: Macron held crisis meeting on Monday as French wildfires force more than 250,000 to evacuate
French President Emmanuel Macron will speak Monday after holding a crisis cabinet meeting on the French wildfires that have forced more than 250,000 people from their homes as authorities warned tourists to stay away from the southwest. Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will visit fire-hit areas in Valencia in the east, where firefighters are battling a new blaze. Follow our liveblog for the la...
Live: Macron holds crisis meeting as French wildfires force more than 250,000 to evacuate
French President Emmanuel Macron will speak on Monday after holding a crisis cabinet meeting on the French wildfires that have forced more than 250,000 people from their homes after authorities warned tourists to stay away from southwestern regions. Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will visit fire-hit areas in Valencia in the east of Spain, where firefighters are battling a new blaze. Follow o...
Live: Macron to hold crisis meeting as French wildfires force more than 250,000 to evacuate
French President Emmanuel Macron will hold a crisis cabinet meeting Monday on the uncontrolled fires spreading across southern France that have so far forced more than 250,000 people from their homes. Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will visit fire-hit areas in Valencia in the east of Spain, where firefighters are battling a new blaze that has forced thousands to flee their homes. Follow our ...
Live: Macron to hold crisis cabinet meeting on France's devastating wildfires
French President Emmanuel Macron will hold a crisis cabinet meeting Monday on the wildfires spreading across southern France. Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will visit fire-hit areas in Valencia in the east of Spain, where firefighters are battling a new blaze that has forced thousands to flee their homes. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Australia news live: gasps in NSW State Library as AusAlert blares; some users report not receiving emergency warning test
Follow the day’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhat you need to know about today’s AusAlert testIt’s also well worth watching this video of Guardian Australia’s community affairs reporter Adeshola Ore’s interview with Barnaby Joyce about Armidale’s refugee resettlement program and One Nation’s policy positions on immigration.One Nation’s policy is that immigra...
Spider-Man, Ariana Grande and Andy Warhol: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week
From noirish caped crusaders, to cinematic spidey senses — it's a super hero charged week ahead for new releases. Here's what's in store...
In a German forest, 2 brothers keep the ancient tradition of charcoal burning alive
Immo Feldmer continues the ancient tradition of charcoal burning in Germany's Harz Mountains
Photos show North and South Korea still divided 73 years after the armistice
North and South Korea remain separated by one of the world’s most heavily armed borders. It's a lasting reminder that the 1950-53 Korean War ended with an armistice, not a peace treaty, leaving the countries technically still at war. More than seven decades after the conflict began, its scars and impact remain visible, not only by border area fortifications and war memorials, but also in t...
Oil prices plunge as US and Iran pause strikes over Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices eased in early trading on Monday, falling further from a two-month high set last week, after the United States and Iran refrained from launching military strikes in the Persian Gulf.
Probe launched after worker, 62, falls to death while repairing plane in Hong Kong
A 62-year-old worker has died after falling from a six-metre-high (20-foot) platform while conducting plane repairs at the Hong Kong International Airport, triggering an investigation by the Labour Department. Police received a report at 8.35am on Monday that a worker had been injured at a site operated by the Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company (Haeco). “Preliminary investigations have shown t...
Worker, 62, dies after falling from platform while repairing plane at Hong Kong airport
A 62-year-old worker has died after falling from a six-metre-high (20-foot) platform while repairing an aeroplane at the Hong Kong International Airport. Police received a report at 8.35am on Monday that a worker had been injured after falling from a height at a worksite operated by the Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company (HAECO). “Preliminary investigations have shown that when the worker was ...
Singapore tightens monetary policy for second time in 3 months
Singapore tightened monetary policy on Monday for the second time in three months, as the fallout from the US war against Iran keeps global energy markets volatile and inflation risks elevated. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said it would increase the rate of appreciation of the local dollar’s trade-weighted value. The move comes as oil prices remain elevated owing to tensions in the Mi...
Family of Indigenous man who died in custody launch legal action over decision not to charge police
Kumanjayi White died after being restrained by plain-clothes police in the lolly aisle of an Alice Springs supermarket•Warning: This article contains references to Indigenous Australians who have diedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe family of a young Aboriginal man who died after being restrained by police in an Al...
Switching to electric stoves could cut asthma attacks as effectively as medicine, study finds
A simple kitchen upgrade, swapping gas for electric, may do as much for asthma sufferers as the drugs they take every day, researchers have found. The change is not a cure, but an exposure-reduction strategy that may complement existing treatments.
Kai Cenat announces first livestream with Tyla since she friend-zoned him on stream
Popular streamer Kai Cenat will livestream with South African singer Tyla again soon. This marks their first stream together since a viral 2024 moment. Tyla politely declined Kai's date request, becoming a popular internet meme. Fans anticipate their reunion, wondering if they will reference the past event. Both artists have achieved significant success in their respective careers.
Blackout backup and earning power: How your EV could help you out in a crisis
Power outages are becoming more common with the rise of extreme weather. An EV could save you from blackouts – and earn you money while you sleep.
AI chatbots citing Russian propaganda sourced from EU-sanctioned outlet
AI chatbots are citing Russia propaganda from EU-sanctioned outlets, researchers say, raising questions about how hybrid warfare is expanding to influence large language models (LLMs).
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Girlguiding redesigns uniforms to put focus on ‘self-expression and confidence’
Relaxed rules mean members only have to wear a top to meetings and activities after extensive feedbackGirlguiding has fully redesigned its uniform across all groups for the first time in more than 30 years, with a focus on “self-expression, belonging and confidence”.The new range, launched on Monday, has relaxed previous rules: Guides, Rainbows, Brownies and Rangers now only have to wear a top to ...
Palestine Action activists face being sentenced as terrorists over bank damage
Exclusive: Judge intends to consider ‘terrorist connection’ after convicting five for damage to Barclays in BurnleyFive Palestine Action activists face being sentenced as terrorists for breaking windows and throwing red paint at a branch of Barclays Bank in Lancashire.Brendon O’Hagan, 28; Amanda Kelly, 31; Humeera Atiqnisar, 31; Mohammed Malik, 28; and Alma Yaniv, 70, were found guilty of causing ...
Andy Burnham vows to use his ‘political capital’ to fix social care system
PM says that without rapid action the NHS could effectively collapse, in first full interview since entering No 10Andy Burnham has pledged to use “whatever political capital I have” to finally fix the crumbling social care system in England, saying that without rapid action the NHS could effectively collapse.In his first full interview since becoming prime minister last week, Burnham said he could...