Mayhem mars euphoria as New York City celebrates the Knicks' first championship in 53 years
It was bedlam on Broadway as the New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years, with exuberant celebrations marred by mayhem and violence
Protests set to grip Geneva ahead of G7 summit
Thousands of anti-G7 protesters were expected to rally in Geneva Sunday under a heavy police presence ahead of the summit in Evian, just across the border with France.
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Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and More Knicks Reactions to Bringing NBA Title Back to New York
Here’s how each of the Knicks starters reacted to winning the NBA title.
Three Key Takeaways From Brazil’s Battle With Morocco in World Cup Opener
The Seleção left Saturday’s match with just one point.
China's universities cut 12,000 'obsolete' degrees amid race to embrace AI era
China's universities are undertaking a massive reshuffling of their academic offerings as part of a drive to better align higher education with the nation's development goals - culling thousands of so-called obsolete degrees in favour of new, tech-focused programmes.
US-Venezuela operation kills leader of Tren de Aragua gang
CARACAS - The leader of the transnational gang Tren de Aragua was killed in a joint operation by the United States and Venezuela, authorities in the South American nation said on Friday.
Constitutional expert questions plan of TMC rebel MPs to seek 'real TMC' status from Speaker
Rebel Trinamool Congress MPs plan to approach Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking recognition as the 'real TMC' parliamentary group. A constitutional expert states the Election Commission, not the Speaker, has the authority to decide party status. The expert advises the rebel group to approach the EC with evidence of…
Psychology says checking someone’s profile again and again is not curiosity: Why the brain secretly searches for signs of replacement regret or attention
Psychology says checking someone's profile may bring a momentary sense of comfort or reassurance, but that relief is often fleeting. Research on rumination and emotional regulation suggests that continually revisiting emotionally significant content can reinforce emotional bonds and prolong attachment instead of helping people process and move beyond their feelings.
In a first, UK delivers blow to Putin’s shadow fleet with English Channel interception
British forces have intercepted a Russian “shadow fleet” oil tanker in the English Channel for the first time, in what the government described as a major operation aimed at disrupting Moscow’s ability to fund its war in Ukraine.
Russia is losing the war in Ukraine, and Putin is desperate. But that’s when he’s at his most dangerous
Don’t expect the Russian president to pursue peace. Instead, he could continue to expand the war beyond Ukraine’s borders – with dire risks for us all, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall
Heat-Proof Flowering Shrubs For Hotter Summers – 6 Of The Best That Will Flourish in Drought and Heat Without Fuss
No matter how hot it gets, these flowering shrubs will still thrive
“This track is very much John Deacon world. I don’t think I was on it at all to start off with! He was much more into funk than we were. So it’s his rhythm guitar playing – not mine”: Brian May on the No 1 hit that made Queen the biggest band in the world
“Freddie absolutely adored it – he sang it until he bled!”
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Who won the World Cup battle of the three opening ceremonies: Shakira, Michael Bublé or Katy Perry?
This year’s World Cup tournament boasted not one but three opening ceremonies – but which nation commanded the most star power?
What to Do With Clematis in June for a Show-Stopping Climb of Blooms That Lasts for Months
The simple June care tips for stronger vines, healthier growth, and more abundant blooms all summer long
CRISPR Gene Editing Achieves a Functional Cure for Sickle Cell Disease in 96 Percent of Patients — RUBY Trial Results in the New England Journal of Medicine Are Historic
The RUBY Trial (NEJM, April 2026): CRISPR-Cas12a gene editing therapy reni-cel (renizgamglogene autogedtemcel) achieved a functional cure in 27 of 28 (96%) severe sickle cell disease patients, with no painful crises for up to two years after treatment. Led by Dr. Rabi Hanna at Cleveland Clinic.
What to Do With Tomato Plants in June – 5 Early-Summer Jobs for a Bigger, Juicier Harvest
It's time to tie in stems, remove side shoots, and start fertilizing your tomatoes
USMNT Player Ratings vs. Paraguay: Pure Domination in World Cup Opener
The U.S. men’s national team got off to a blistering start in the 2026 World Cup on home soil.
“Even though words are supposed to kind of be my thing, I will never be able to express my gratitude to you guys for doing that for me”: Taylor Swift pays tribute to her parents at Songwriters Hall Of Fame ceremony
She’s the youngest female to be inducted
15-year-old photographer wins major wildlife award for Long-eared Owl image – shot with DSLR camera gear
Award-winning teen photographer uses 8-year-old top gear to capture a fleeting wildlife moment of an owl flying through the frame in warm lighting
This Resilient Shrub Is Replacing Lavender in Cottage Gardens – It’s Practically Effortless, Pollinators Love It, and It Doesn’t Go Woody
Discover why garden designers are favoring nepeta as a low-effort, high-impact alternative to lavender
Protests set to grip Geneva ahead of G7 summit
Thousands of anti-G7 protesters were expected to rally in Geneva Sunday under a heavy police presence ahead of the summit in Evian, just across the border with France.
Three Key Takeaways From Brazil’s Battle With Morocco in World Cup Opener
The Seleção left Saturday’s match with just one point.
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US-Venezuela operation kills leader of Tren de Aragua gang
CARACAS - The leader of the transnational gang Tren de Aragua was killed in a joint operation by the United States and Venezuela, authorities in the South American nation said on Friday.
Blaze at 1m-sq-ft California warehouse rages into third day: ‘We’re struggling’
Fire at medical supplier Medline in Tracy, city of more than 100,000 residents, is affecting the air quality
Pocono NASCAR race starts with title contenders in the wall
Corey Day spun exiting Turn 1 and collected Jesse Love in a race-ending crash
Asylum seeker’s death ruled a homicide after she was found dead in Pittsburgh bus shelter following release by ICE
An attorney representing her family said he expects her relatives to sue ICE in connection with her death
Gee, whiz: elephant relieves itself on floor of Texas Republican convention
Four-ton Paige, brought in as surprise for attenders, made gushing debut after governor finished keynote speech
Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizes Trump’s UFC event at White House
Former congresswoman nevertheless says she hopes the fighting event will be ‘great’ and wishes president well
Delayed hospital for lottery ticket: UK mum jailed for life for murder of 7-week-old baby
A UK woman who inflicted catastrophic head injuries on her seven-week-old daughter has been jailed for life after the child later died from complications linked to the abuse.
Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin says it will fly again this year after explosion. Nasa needs it to
The company’s response to the launchpad blast has become a key test for Artemis III
I switched back to Verizon Wireless for 30 days — and now I understand why ultra wideband is such a big deal
Switching back to Verizon Wireless for 30 days proves to me the big advantage of accessing 5G Ultra Wideband speeds on my phone.
AI costs spike as subscriptions hit pricing wall — firms turn towards Chinese LLMs, open-source models to extend budget
Companies look for cheaper alternatives as token costs for frontier AI models skyrocket, potentially impacting OpenAI and Anthropic's bottom lines. Subscriptions also take a bite out of these startup's profitability, as utilization rates higher than 5.7% could lead to losses.
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This EV Giant Now Wants to Power AI Data Centers. How to Play Its Stock Here.
General Motors has decided to enter the energy storage market amid rising demand from data centers.
3 Million Seniors Lost Their Medicare Advantage Plan in 2026: 7 Moves to Make Before Your Coverage Lapses
Millions of Medicare beneficiaries received an unpleasant surprise heading into 2026. Approximately 2.9 million Medicare Advantage enrollees were forced to find new coverage after insurers...
Anthropic disables access to top-tier AI models after US ban on foreign use
AI giant Anthropic said in a statement released Friday that it had disabled its most advanced AI models, known as Fable 5 and Mythos 5, after the US government ordered it to suspend access to the models for foreign nationals, citing unspecified national security concerns.
Sam Bankman-Fried loses bid to overturn crypto fraud conviction
Sam Bankman-Fried's bid to overturn his fraud conviction and 25-year prison sentence has failed. The appeals court found prosecutors' evidence robust. Bankman-Fried used FTX customer funds for personal expenses. He was found guilty of stealing $8 billion. He is eligible for release in 2044. He is also seeking a presidential…
Never Co-Sign This, Financial Advisors Warn
A simple signature can turn into one of the most expensive favors a person ever makes. Financial advisors regularly caution clients about co-signing loans because the risks often outweigh the rewards. While helping a friend, child, sibling, or romantic partner may seem like the right thing to do, co-signing creates…
'Before I Even Drove A Mile': Woman Pays Kia Dealership $3,299 To Fix Alternator. Then She Tries To Drive Off The Lot
"They test drove it."
TJX: Retail’s Apex Predator Feasts on Inflation
TJX Companies leverages macroeconomic pressure to expand margins and deliver substantial shareholder returns through aggressive buybacks and consistent dividends.
Facebook and Instagram were down — live updates on outage hitting Meta services
Facebook, Instagram and other Meta services aren't working for people all around the internet.
Russia is losing the war in Ukraine, and Putin is desperate. But that’s when he’s at his most dangerous
Don’t expect the Russian president to pursue peace. Instead, he could continue to expand the war beyond Ukraine’s borders – with dire risks for us all, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall
'They Were Children': Activists Target Trump's Birthday With Mass Postcard Campaign Demanding Justice For Epstein Victims
Activists send thousands of postcards to the White House on Trump's birthday, demanding action on the Epstein case and highlighting the lack of justice for underage victims.
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Why does mold keep coming back? It turns out it’s not just about how well I clean
I've tried everything to banish mold, but it keeps coming back: Experts reveal what I’ve been doing wrong.
‘No soccer fans here’: World Cup fever fails to grip Texas Republicans
Houston is a host city but those gathered there for a GOP convention are more concerned with contentious politics – and an elephant
Two Potential Upcoming Canadian Secession Referenda and the Broader Issues they Raise
Two Canadian provinces - Alberta and Quebec - may hold secession referenda in the near future. The issues at stake have broader implications for the morality of secession and other matters.
A huge breakthrough in the Nancy Guthrie case: Did a cybersecurity firm just uncover a digital trail to her kidnappers? Here's what you need to know
A former FBI agent announced a significant breakthrough in the Nancy Guthrie case, following a cybersecurity firm's designation of her abduction as a 'wrench attack by proxy.' The firm believes the kidnapping was a $6 million Bitcoin ransom demand, suggesting a digital trail may lead to the perpetrators.
How Food Banks Are Going Mobile to Reach More Families
Access to fresh and healthy food is a fundamental need, but many families face significant hurdles in getting to a local food bank. Transportation issues and rigid operating hours can make it difficult for people to receive the help they deserve. To solve this problem, many organizations are adopting a…
Indian seafarers' deaths, disputed attacks and a widening US-Iran blame game
India watches closely as the US and Iran trade accusations over maritime incidents. Both nations present conflicting accounts of negotiations and military achievements. These disputes directly impact India, with its seafarers caught in the middle and its energy security at stake. The war over narratives is as crucial as battlefield…
Trump's allies have another plan to pay 'weaponisation' victims
Former President Trump's allies are now looking at a 1946 law to pay supporters. This comes after a planned "weaponization" fund was dropped. The Federal Tort Claims Act allows claims against the US government. This could include individuals involved in the January 6th Capitol events. Discussions are ongoing to find…
Canned soups, made better
Try these simple tips and transform a cheap pantry staple into something homemade — even, restaurant-quality
Psychology says checking someone’s profile again and again is not curiosity: Why the brain secretly searches for signs of replacement regret or attention
Psychology says checking someone's profile may bring a momentary sense of comfort or reassurance, but that relief is often fleeting. Research on rumination and emotional regulation suggests that continually revisiting emotionally significant content can reinforce emotional bonds and prolong attachment instead of helping people process and move beyond their feelings.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker's secret heartache
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker have revealed in his new documentary, Travis Barker: Love Is Louder Than Fear, that she suffered a miscarriage back in 2021.
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No whey! Shortage fears as people want more and more high-protein products
Whey is being added to everything from breakfast cereals and Pop-Tarts to crisps, bagels, tortillas, and Starbucks beverages
Rising berry prices are squeezing the finances of parents with toddlers
‘“I had like 30-something dollars worth of fruit that they just demolished in a day,’ one parent of young kids complained
'She Was Just So Ghetto': Megan Thee Stallion, Klay Thompson Relationship Was 'Doomed From the Start', Source Claims
Sources suggest personality differences and lifestyle clashes may have led to the reported breakup of Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson, with claims of unfaithfulness adding to the speculation.
31 Most Creative Responses To Viral Photo Of Donald Trump With Mysterious Figures
"Those are the Pleiadians!", wrote a user.
I Did Not See Tim Allen Having NSFW Toy Story Memorabilia Around The House, But His Wife Confirms It
To profanity and beyond!
California influencer flags a $2 price gap between a 3X and size L Target clothing item, calls the difference a ‘fat tax’
Employee agreed the pricing was "stupid and ridiculous" too.
Indiana man thought he’d won $100,000 in the lottery — then a ‘technical issue’ revealed his real prize
The $5 Space Invaders Cash Invasion scratch-off game just launched last month, but is already serving up false hope for Indiana lottery players
See The Brutal Moment Tina Fey Was Reminded Her First SNL Weekend Update Was 26 Years Ago
Time just flew by.
Solar energy Generates More Electricity Than Coal in The U.S. for First Time Ever
Once the dominant source of U.S. electricity, coal has steadily lost market share due to competition from cheaper natural gas, renewable energy expansion, aging power plants, and environmental regulations.
Florida’s Heat and Humidity Can Be Tough on Skin and Beards—6 Fixes Barbers Recommend
Florida offers sunshine, beaches, and outdoor adventures nearly year-round, but that tropical climate comes with a challenge many residents know all too well. Heat and humidity can quickly turn a well-groomed beard into a frizzy mess and leave skin feeling oily, irritated, or dry at the same time. The combination…
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A solar-powered rubbish-eating boat? The vessel chomping plastic waste out of the sea
Guided by floating barriers, the Interceptor has already stopped more than 143,000lbs of rubbish from entering the Pacific from one LA river
Pentagon reviews are blocking wind farms, putting jobs at risk, lawsuit says
A coalition of renewable energy groups is suing Pentagon officials over their failure to complete national security reviews for new onshore wind farms on private lands
Texas agency to set rules for using treated fracking wastewater on farmland
The state’s environmental regulator will hold a public hearing June 15 on its proposed rules for how the toxic wastewater can be reused. Here’s what you should know.
SEC formally proposes rescinding Biden-era climate disclosure rule
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) formally proposed rescinding its 2024 climate-risk disclosure rule on May 29, 2026. SEC Chair Paul Atkins directed the proposal, which states that the 2024 rules are "a dramatic overreach of the Commission's statutory authority and, independently, unsound as a matter of policy."
Would you buy milk from a gene-edited cow? Consumers may be more open than you think
As temperatures rise, New Zealand’s dairy farmers face a growing challenge: keeping cows cool enough to remain productive.
El Niño forms in Pacific as experts say it will likely turbocharge extreme weather
Meteorologists in US predict it will be the strongest of century, while UN secretary-general calls it ‘urgent climate warning’
The Gardening Mistake That Can Ruin an Entire Harvest Overnight
A garden can look perfectly calm in the evening and turn into a disaster by morning. One overlooked mistake often triggers sudden crop loss that leaves gardeners frustrated and confused. Many plants collapse overnight because conditions shift faster than most people expect. Small decisions made late in the day can…
Amazon deforestation is falling, but progress is stalling
In 2025, the area deforested in the country fell below one million hectares in a year for the first time since 2019. A total of 984,794 hectares of native vegetation were cleared during 2025, a reduction of 20.6% compared to 2024.
Trump signs the Secure America Act into law
President Donald Trump (R) signed the Secure America Act, a federal budget reconciliation bill providing $70 billion in funding for border control and immigration enforcement through fiscal year 2029, into law on June 10, 2026. The U.S. Senate passed the bill on June 5, and the U.S. House of Representatives…
Where is screwworm in Texas? Track cases here.
The New World screwworm poses a multibillion-dollar threat to the state’s cattle industry. We’re keeping track of where these cases are reported.
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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says James Talarico will “go to hell” for his view of the Bible
A GOP leader, Patrick has been a staunch advocate for conservative Christian values in his role presiding over the Texas Senate.
At GOP convention, Abbott vows to “demolish” Democrats, calls for crackdown on H-1B visas and Sharia law
The governor sought to tie the minority party, and its U.S. Senate nominee, James Talarico, to “Bernie Sanders socialism” in a fresh look at his message for the fall midterms.
Midland police ID suspect in shooting that left one victim dead, 10 injured
Officials said that the suspect, who had been wanted for attempted capital murder since Wednesday, was found dead in the building where he was barricaded.
Texas GOP Chair Abraham George ousted by second-in-command D’rinda Randall
Randall’s supporters were animated by a mix of factors, including the perception that George was too friendly to establishment Republicans.
Texas takes over voter registration in Val Verde County amid struggles
The secretary of state is using a law that was originally written to focus on problems in Harris County.
Texas agency to set rules for using treated fracking wastewater on farmland
The state’s environmental regulator will hold a public hearing June 15 on its proposed rules for how the toxic wastewater can be reused. Here’s what you should know.
Vụ thiếu tá công an hy sinh khi chống 'cát tặc': Khởi tố kẻ chủ mưu
Liên quan vụ thiếu tá công an xã Diên Lâm (Khánh Hòa) hy sinh trong khi tuần tra chống 'cát tặc', công an đã tiếp tục khởi tố thêm 2 người khai thác cát trái phép.
100 mourners ordained for Princess Bajrakitiyabha
The government on Sunday sponsored the ordination of 100 people in homage to the late HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati.
Mayhem mars euphoria as New York City celebrates the Knicks' first championship in 53 years
It was bedlam on Broadway as the New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years, with exuberant celebrations marred by mayhem and violence
Downtown Geneva boards up as drastic security tightens ahead of anti-G7 protests
Shops and businesses in downtown Geneva have boarded up their storefronts ahead of planned anti-G7 protests on Sunday
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China's universities cut 12,000 'obsolete' degrees amid race to embrace AI era
China's universities are undertaking a massive reshuffling of their academic offerings as part of a drive to better align higher education with the nation's development goals - culling thousands of so-called obsolete degrees in favour of new, tech-focused programmes.
Growing risk that thousands buried in Gaza’s rubble may never be identified, says Red Cross
Exclusive: Recovery efforts remain slow and passing of time makes it more likely they will be skeletonised
Middle East crisis live: Trump says Iran deal will be signed today but sources tell media Tehran ‘not yet’ taken final decision
Deal could see strait of Hormuz immediately ‘open to all’, but Trump says US retains the ‘ultimate alternative’ if talks fail
Knicks first championship in 53 years sparks wild celebrations in New York
Jalen Brunson led the team to its first championship in 53 years
Romania gets new PM nominee after previous candidate withdraws
Romanian president Nicusor Dan on Sunday nominated former mayor Adrian Vestea as prime minister, his second attempt to form a government after his previous pick failed to secure political support and withdrew his mandate.
Saudi Arabia arrests over 10,700 illegal residents in one week, nearly 8,000 deported
Saudi authorities arrested 10,725 illegal residents during nationwide inspection campaigns carried out between June 4 and June 10, according to the Ministry of Interior.
In a first, UK delivers blow to Putin’s shadow fleet with English Channel interception
British forces have intercepted a Russian “shadow fleet” oil tanker in the English Channel for the first time, in what the government described as a major operation aimed at disrupting Moscow’s ability to fund its war in Ukraine.
Arsenal's old socks found an unlikely new home: Rescued donkeys across Britain are wearing them for a surprising reason
When football clubs replace worn equipment, most fans assume it ends up in storage or is thrown away. Arsenal's old player socks have taken a very different path. The Premier League club recently donated around 40 pairs of footless red socks to Redwings Horse Sanctuary, Britain's largest equine rescue charity.…
Fujimori's Lead Grows to 16,000 Votes as Fuerza Popular Tops Both Houses of Peru's New Congress
Fujimori now leads Sánchez by 16,426 votes with 98.521% counted in Peru's runoff — but the official winner won't be declared until mid-July.
Religion in the Military
On the impossibility of neutral classifications
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The Silent War for Venezuela's Gold: Troops Move In, Mafias Flee, Investors Wait
A sweeping military operation in Bolívar state is emptying Venezuela's richest gold mines of the armed groups that ran them for years — coinciding, with surgical timing, with a U.S.-brokered opening of the sector to foreign capital.
UK intercepts oil tanker from Russia's shadow fleet in English Channel
British forces intercepted a UK-sanctioned oil tanker accused of belonging to what has been dubbed Russia's "shadow fleet" in the English Channel on Sunday, in what the country’s defence ministry called "the first UK-led operation of its kind".
UK forces board sanctioned Russian oil tanker in English Channel for the first time, says Keir Starmer - UK politics live
Prime minister says British armed forces intercepted a Russian shadow fleet vessel in the early hours of Sunday morning
Royal Marines storm Russian 'shadow fleet' vessel in English Channel in first UK operation of its kind
Royal Marine commandos boarded a sanctioned oil tanker during a six-hour operation in the early hours of Sunday
NHS staff battling wave of food supplement disinformation
Exclusive: Cancer charity says dispelling falsehoods gleaned from social media is now routine task for clinicians
Make platforms that promote violent content pay towards riot costs, Streeting says
Exclusive: Former minister calls for urgent action against companies such as X that allow incitement to violence
Minister defends changes to UK workers’ rights against costs backlash
Kate Dearden says reforms such as enhanced sick pay simply bring UK into line with other big economies
Illegal dump becomes ‘symbol of north-south divide’ at heart of Makerfield byelection
Failure to clear up rotting, rat-infested site is a key issue for local people as they weigh up politicians’ promises
Russia is losing the war in Ukraine, and Putin is desperate. But that’s when he’s at his most dangerous
Don’t expect the Russian president to pursue peace. Instead, he could continue to expand the war beyond Ukraine’s borders – with dire risks for us all, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall
OPINION - Will a CCTV-lined route keep me safe — or just help police identify my body?
It’s 10pm on a Friday and I’m deliberately avoiding the main road on my walk home from the Tube. Instead, I’m following the edge of Richmond Green, taking a slightly longer route down a cobbled pavement lined with CCTV cameras. It feels counterintuitive: I’ve spent years being told to avoid…
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Momfluencers are co-parenting with AI. Is it better than a man?
Women in heterosexual marriages continue to do most of the caregiving. Now some are offering guides to AI-fying parenting
Voices: Michael Heseltine is correct: it’s time to right the wrongs of Brexit
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: We must accept we need a closer relationship with Europe to ensure our prosperity and security in an uncertain world
‘Loneliness influencers’ are racking up views. After a breakup, I see the appeal
Following a failed relationship in my 40s, solitude is tempting. But I’m not giving up on finding love, warts and all
The attacks on Graham Platner didn’t just fail – they may have backfired
Graham Platner’s primary victory in Maine says more about the unpopularity of the Democratic party elite than any race to date
The hill I will die on: I really don’t like ‘like’ – or other imprecise and redundant speech
Junk speak, like junk food, encourages verbal littering. It has to be one of the worst things about life in Britain, says author Louis de Bernières
OPINION - Dear American gays, you’re welcome in London — but please shush it down a bit
American gym gays: stop telling us you love foreskins and try to be more Judi Dench, says writer Jack Cullen who runs a drag queen agency
It’s a Trumpian World Cup for racism and cynicism – why don’t those who condemned Qatar 2022 say so?
We must highlight the awful stance of the White House towards so many competing nations, but also the hypocrisy of leaders who acquiesce, says MP Jeremy Corbyn
The right has created a false reality – fuelled by toxic images delivered straight to your phone
After a week of violence and discord, this is clear: some politicians know images supersede inconvenient facts. And Labour has no good response, says Guardian Opinion assistant editor Jason Okundaye
Daily Guess The Famous Person Game #088 (Jun 14, 2026)
How well do you know famous people? Test your knowledge with today's (Jun 14, 2026) Guess the Famous Person game. Can you identify the mystery figure from the clues?
Disclosure Day Ending Explained: Why The Movie Ends On One Specific Word
According to the movie's screenwriter.
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What’s Diddy Doing With His Spare Time In Prison? His Lawyer Shares Insight
How's Diddy keeping busy?
I’m On Board With Carrie Preston’s Take On What She’d Like To Explore In Elsbeth Season 4
Give it to me now.
The Story Behind How Kill Bill Inspired Zazie Beetz’s Protagonist In They Will Kill You
Did you catch The Bride comparisons?
Ryan Reynolds Knows He's 'Lucky' To Still Have His Name On The Hollywood Marquee In His 40s
The Deadpool actor is reflecting on his lengthy showbiz career.
If You Can Find It, You Should Check Out This '90s Hidden Gem About A Bisexual Rock Star
Hang all together!
Apple's Craftiest Sci-Fi Show Just Quietly Repeated A 'For All Mankind' Trick
Let's talk about world-altering meet-cutes. Here's how 'Star City' Episdoe 4 connects to 'For All Mankind' Episode 3, back in Season 1.
Matt Cornett Told Me Why Charlie Is Really Dead To Sam In Every Year After, And It Broke My Heart Even More
Well, this is tragic.
The Cool Story Behind How Jurassic Park Was A Huge 'Blessing' To Steven Spielberg While He Was Making Schindler's List
A blessing in disguise.
The books everyone will be reading this summer
SUMMER READING: From sun-soaked page-turners to perfect al fresco lunch companions, these are 21 of the hottest reads right now
How an Ottolenghi chef raised three children who eat everything
For 17 years, Claudine Boulstridge has been the woman making sure Yotam Ottolenghi’s recipes work in real kitchens. Along the way, her own children have grown up eating everything from aubergines to octopus. The chef tells Prudence Wade the secret to raising adventurous eaters – plus three family-friendly recipes to…
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‘A huge spectrum of people coming together’: how parkrun made it to its millionth event
Founded in 2004, the free weekly 5km event has grown into a global fixture of weekend life, taking place in parks, fields, seafronts and even prisons
‘Suggestive toothpaste tubes shooting into mouths’: David Hockney’s winking celebration of queer life
He challenged homophobia not through sexualised imagery but by reshaping ideas of beauty, intimacy and desire. The result? From posters to cushion covers, A Bigger Splash has become an essential presence in countless gay households
History's first influencer? Marie Antoinette still receives letters
Two hundred and forty years after their last stay at the Château de Fontainebleau south of Paris, France's King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette are again taking centre stage there. Some 4,000 letters have been sent to the late queen under the chateau’s “Write to Marie‑Antoinette” initiative, showing that…
The project nurturing West Africa's new generation of women filmmakers
Some of the West African film industry's biggest names are backing a new mentorship programme to support emerging women filmmakers. Showcased at this year's Cannes Film Festival, the Mariama Lab project aims to help women bring their stories to a wider audience in the region and beyond.
Oudh 1722, London SE1: ‘Finickety food, yes, but still a blowout feast’ – restaurant review
It may be obviously Michelin-chasing, but it’s also resolutely midriff-expanding
Rod Stewart parties on private jet on way to watch Scotland in World Cup after cancelling show
Rod Stewart celebrated Scotland’s return to the World Cup as he travelled by private jet to watch his team at the Boston Stadium with his sons – a day after cancelling his show in California.
Remembering Pulse 10 years later
Communities honor the 49 victims of Orlando nightclub shooting. Families and survivors reflect on healing and grief
Princess Catherine cracks up as one of her children pulls hilarious faces at Trooping the Colour (and it’s not who you'd expect)
A sweet moment was caught with the Princess sharing a laugh with one of her children on the balcony of Buckingham Palace
What to know about alpha-gal syndrome as cases of life-threatening meat allergy spike
Regulators recently approved the first drug for the condition, and more therapies may be on the way
A registered dietitian wants women over 40 to focus on these five nutrition goals for long-term health
Tackle the effects of fluctuating hormone levels with this helpful advice
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Resident doctors in England call off strike action after Government offer
Doctors were set to stage a four-day walk out from 7am but was called off after a last-minute offer, which has been put to members.
Meningococcal Cases Reach Second-Highest Level in Over a Decade as Drug-Resistant Strain Disproportionately Hits Black Americans
CDC surveillance data (updated June 2026): 463 meningococcal disease cases in 2025 — the second-highest annual count since 2014. The dominant ST-1466 strain is drug resistant and disproportionately kills Black adults ages 30–60 and people with HIV. Here is the full picture.
A New Antibiotic That Defeats Superbugs Just Received FDA Approval for Dangerous Drug-Resistant Urinary Tract Infections
FDA approved Zaynich (cefepime and zidebactam) on May 29, 2026 for complicated urinary tract infections caused by drug-resistant Gram-negative pathogens. ENHANCE-1 Phase 3 trial showed superiority to meropenem at test of cure. Here is how it works and who benefits.
Largest US Study of PFAS-Exposed Communities Confirms Serious Health Risks in Children and Adults
The ATSDR published the first large-scale US clinical study of health outcomes in PFAS-contaminated drinking water communities in June 2026, enrolling 8 sites across 8 states. The study found liver, thyroid, kidney, immune, and cardiometabolic damage — coming as EPA proposes rolling back PFAS drinking water limits.
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Kills Within Days and Is Frequently Mistaken for Flu — Tick Season 2026 Is a Critical Window to Know the Warning Signs
Rocky Mountain spotted fever kills 5–10% of patients even with treatment and can be fatal within 3–5 days. Peak season runs May through August. A February 2026 CDC EID study documents 19.8% fatality in pediatric cases. Doxycycline must be started before test results. Here is the full warning.
Yellow Fever Colombia 2026 Outbreak: 76 Dead Since 2024 with Case Fatality Rate Exceeding 70 Percent as CDC Issues Active Level 2 Travel Notice
Yellow fever in Colombia has killed 76 people since 2024, with case fatality rates exceeding 40–70% in some periods. 35 cases and 18 deaths in 2026 alone. Venezuela also reports an active outbreak. CDC Level 2 travel notice covers Colombia and South America. Here is what travelers need to know.
'Staff have endured enough': Mater workers wait for money to flow to stop mould
'We do need to step in as quickly as we can,' NSW Health says.
Boost power and stay injury-free with this four-move strength workout for runners
Suitable for the home or gym—all you need is a pair of dumbbells
Brazil find that everything good flows through Vini of New Jersey
The Real Madrid star was his country’s best player in their World Cup opener on Saturday. They’ll need more of the same if they are to make a deep run
‘He is him’: indomitable Jalen Brunson quiets doubters as Knicks end 53-year wait
The Knicks finally ended their title drought behind a 45-point eruption from Brunson, whose teammates say his influence extends far beyond the box score
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De’Aaron Fox Had No Good Answer for His Brutal Shooting Woes in Spurs’ NBA Finals Game 5 Loss
Fox visibly struggled to make an impact in the Finals series loss to the Knicks.
Best Moments From Knicks’ Postgame Celebration After Winning NBA Championship Over Spurs
The best moments from the Knicks’ championship celebration in San Antonio after winning Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
A Somber Victor Wembanyama Shares What He’s ‘Pissed’ About After Spurs’ NBA Finals Loss to Knicks
The Spurs star reflected on a bitter end to his team’s 2026 playoff run.
Garden of Glory: Brunson's Masterpiece Breaks Curse of '73 as Knicks Crowned NBA Champions
Jalen Brunson's 45 points lift the Knicks past the Spurs for their first NBA title since 1973, ending a 53-year drought for New York basketball.
Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and More Knicks Reactions to Bringing NBA Title Back to New York
Here’s how each of the Knicks starters reacted to winning the NBA title.
The Best Celebrity Reactions to the Knicks Winning the NBA Title
After 53 long years, the New York Knicks are NBA champions again. It was a celebrity-filled postseason and here’s how the team’s most famous fans celebrated.
Jalen Brunson Delivers Knicks Title With All-Time Great Game 5 Performance
Jalen Brunson drove the Knicks to their third NBA championship in franchise history with an all-time great Game 5 performance.
Celebrate the Knicks’ NBA Title Win With Sports Illustrated’s Commemorative Issue
Jalen Brunson and the Knicks have been crowned NBA champions.
This Low-Mileage 2025 Tesla Model Y Lost A Lot Of Range Fast
After 18 months and just over 13,000 miles, Tesla’s own battery-health test showed a result its owner called unacceptable.
X accused of giving racists ‘impunity’ after refusing to bar N- and P-word posts
Site takes no action over hate posts against UK politicians including Kemi Badenoch, Shabana Mahmood and Zia Yusuf
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Better than Pokémon?! 'Monster Crown: Sin Eater' delivers — Pixel art, epic soundtrack, and monster fusion on your Xbox Series X|S.
Another creature collection title that's more than a simple Pokémon love letter.
8 ways I optimize my 2026 Motorola Razr camera to help me take better photos
The 2026 Motorola Razr phones have impressive cameras, but there are a few things you can do to make the most of them.
Adventures In AV: I tried to set up a projector in my garden for the World Cup, and it was pretty rubbish (but that's my fault)
Mistakes were made
On this day: Microsoft’s unreleased Moonraker smartwatch still feels ahead of its time
Ten years ago, we revealed Moonraker, Microsoft’s unreleased smartwatch built during the height of the Windows Phone era. It was colorful, Metro‑driven, and surprisingly forward‑thinking, offering a wearable vision that never made it past the prototype stage. A decade later, Moonraker still represents one of Microsoft’s most intriguing “what if”…
Netflix's next enormous historical smash hit just got a trailer, and it proves something quite important
Little House on the Prairie trundles into view
Don't buy a new TV! Improve your World Cup viewing by adjusting these TV settings instead
The beautiful game can be even more beautiful
Should you wait for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8?
Leaks and rumors are pointing to another exciting year for Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold series, and the Z Fold 8 may just change things up in one of the biggest ways yet.
Ultrasonic espresso uses audio waves to give your body and bank balance a buzz
Good coffee at quarter of the price? That's the idea with an ultrasonic espresso
Millions could see a rare sunset during the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026. Here's where to look
Plan now to be in the right place at the right time for an unforgettable show.
This Week In Space podcast: Episode 214 — Moon Man
On Episode 214 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik talk with former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine about his past and the space agency's future.
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Closer every day: A spectacular 30-day collage of the Venus-Jupiter conjunction (photo)
Venus appeared to move closer to Jupiter in Earth's sky, as the two planets drifted farther apart in space.
Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin says it will fly again this year after explosion. Nasa needs it to
The company’s response to the launchpad blast has become a key test for Artemis III
How Japanese scientists sent a real-life Transformer to the moon
An autonomous rolling rover that was able to transform from a sphere into a robot successfully explored a small part of the moon in 2024.
Ever have a scary HR meeting on your calendar? That's how the Artemis 3 crew found out their assignments
NASA took an unconventional approach to informing the astronauts of Artemis 3 about their crew assignments.
SpaceX's stock wasn't the company's only launch today — It also put 29 Starlink satellites in orbit
Liftoff of the Falcon 9 rocket occurred at 8:27 a.m. ET, just over an hour before SpaceX went public on the NASDAQ stock market.
Japan's H3 rocket bounces back from failure with successful return to flight launch carrying 6 satellites
Japan successfully completed its first mission with its H3 rocket since a launch failure last year resulted in the loss of a payload.
Could the secret to black hole formation be locked away in this record-breaking ancient quasar?
The quasar existed 12.9 billion years ago and shows that supermassive black holes were able to age rapidly in the early universe.
Share your views on SpaceX’s stock market debut
Americans’ financial futures are about to be tied to the fortunes of Elon Musk with the world’s largest ever stock market debut. How do you feel about this?
Climate education is patchy and teachers need help
Time-poor educators are being left to muddle through the complex and emotionally-charged task of teaching climate change, with potentially harmful results.
Tropical heron spotted in UK for first time as more exotic birds arrive to thrill birdwatchers
Appearance of a western reef heron in north Wales is unlikely to be the last, as heating temperatures mean species can survive Britain’s winter, say experts
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Denial is back in vogue. As Australia leads climate talks, it’s beyond time we took the issue seriously
It is unlikely that many voters are flocking to Pauline Hanson for her scientific insights – but that is where they are lining up, regardless
‘Flamin’ cockatoos’ have lost much of their habitat to bushfires. Can the species survive?
Two fires in 12 years wiped out all but a handful of the mature native pines in Victoria’s Wyperfeld national park, a key breeding ground for endangered pink cockatoos
‘Fast-track’ regulation could expose Britons to harmful chemicals, say campaigners
Exclusive: Fighting Dirty taking legal action against government over proposal it says could import weaker standards
Country diary: It’s a painted lady summer, the stuff of lepidopterists’ legend
Wolsingham, Weardale: These stunning butterflies are here in incredible numbers this year, yet what’s most remarkable is their multigenerational migration
Trees may store less planet-heating carbon than hoped, study suggests
Photosynthesis does not always result in wood growth, a key factor in carbon dioxide sequestration
Australia can switch from fossil fuel exports to renewables, says next Cop president
Climate minister Chris Bowen says country must prepare for changing world and can play bigger role in reducing emissions
A solar-powered rubbish-eating boat? The vessel chomping plastic waste out of the sea
Guided by floating barriers, the Interceptor has already stopped more than 143,000lbs of rubbish from entering the Pacific from one LA river
The underwater wonders I saw on my once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Galápagos
In this week’s newsletter: Joining a research team on the Darwin and Wolf Islands off the Ecuadorian coast revealed how critically endangered species are reacting to their rapidly changing ocean environment
From Sussex to Scotland, my road trip through four centuries of British holidays
A 1,600-mile journey to the wild peaks of Scotland, via Llandudno’s Victorian promenade and the bright lights of Blackpool proved an eye-opener in more ways than one
Journey into the midnight sun: my solo road trip to the top of Norway
I found cinematic landscapes, wild freedom and thousands of miles of perfect solitude on my campervan adventure through the Nordic countries
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Jewellery designer Marla Aaron's guide to New York
From cake fit for a princess and an insane Gotham Salad, to hot jazz and even the best monkey bars, the Harlem jewellery queen has the Big Apple crunched
Hairpin bends and bears on the highway: readers’ favourite European road trips
From Iceland to Italy, you share your best adventures behind the wheel
An epic bikepacking trip on west Sweden’s newest cycle trail
Affordable, family-friendly and largely flat, the Lelångenleden is a gateway to an otherworldly wilderness with wild swimming, canoes and cabins as part the ride
46 Fun Activities You Can Do With Your Nieces & Nephews To Cement Your Cool Aunt/Uncle Status
Experience Oz has found a bunch of stellar school holiday activities across QLD, NSW and VIC to help book your next adventure.
Inside Byron Bay’s first five-star hotel
Rooftop cocktails, rainforest modernism and whale watching at Byron Bay’s most polished address
How Porto’s gritty, industrial neighbour became a cool coastal hotspot
Matosinhos was built on fish, but today its retro seafood restaurants and canneries sit alongside great art spaces, museums and landmark architecture
The best multi-generational holiday in France? This Languedoc château estate has thought of everything
From flamingo-spotting on the lagoon to grape juice tastings in the vineyard, this Languedoc estate has solved every problem that plagues family holidays, for grandparents and six-year-olds alike
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