Mariska Hargitay Told Daniel Radcliffe She’s ‘The Real Harry Potter’ (And Her Story Packs Emotional Punch)
She was the girl who lived.
Is Indus Waters Treaty deadlock hurting Pakistan? Karachi reels under chronic water shortage
Karachi faces a severe water crisis during peak summer, coinciding with Eid-ul-Adha. Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has accused the ruling PPP of gross mismanagement and failure to address the city's chronic water shortages despite 18 years in power. Nearly 70% of the city is reportedly experiencing extended…
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Say Hey LA! Lakers Favored to Retain LeBron James on Polymarket
Polymarket is in favor of LeBron James remaining with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat are within striking distance of landing LeBron.
Myanmar's junta chief turned president heads to India, with an eye on China
Less than two months after he completed a carefully engineered transition from Myanmar's junta chief to become president, Min Aung Hlaing will fly to India on an official visit on Saturday, his first overseas visit since taking the civilian role.
California air regulators update a key climate program, sparking pushback from environmentalists
California air regulators have updated a key climate program Friday
Exam fail: Indian students complain en masse about marking errors in key final exams
New digital marking system is aimed at reducing human errors but many students say it has resulted in wrong grades
Transfer Rumors: Rashford’s Next Move; Liverpool Receive $175 Million Wirtz Bid
Ibrahima Konaté, Federico Valverde, Carlos Baleba and Alessandro Bastoni all feature in the gossip.
I made an AI clone of myself based on my Google and Reddit history — and it understood me better than I expected
I used years of Reddit comments and Google history to create an AI version of myself in ChatGPT
‘100%’—U.S. Soccer Sends Firm Response to Mauricio Pochettino’s Milan Meeting
Pochettino didn’t offer an entirely convincing response when pressed on reports of a potential switch to the Serie A giants.
An eclectic, off-grid Hawaii haven, 3 dead men and a suspect caught on surveillance video
Residents of Hawaii's remote and eclectic Puna district are grappling with the shocking killings of three men who were drawn to the area for its off-grid and laid-back lifestyle
FIFA claims of 'solid gold' World Cup rebuffed by 11 stone calculation
The current World Cup trophy has been claimed to be 'solid gold' - but if it were gold all the way through, it would be too heavy to lift with one hand
Chinese Proverb of the Day: 'A little fragrance always clings to the hand...'-Life lessons on kindness, generosity, compassion, and why good deeds always leave a lasting impact
A Chinese proverb reveals that performing good deeds brings lasting benefits. Acts of kindness, generosity, and compassion enrich the giver's life. This ancient wisdom remains relevant today, highlighting the interconnectedness of humanity. Positive actions create emotional warmth and inner peace. Goodness transforms individuals and society. These simple acts leave a…
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African Proverb of the Day: 'We desire to bequeath two things to our children...'-Inspiring lessons on parenting, identity, freedom, and why children need both strong values and the courage to fly
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This Portuguese beach was just named the best in Europe
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Cashaw! US spelling bee champ Shrey Parikh wins the title in a rare spell-off
Fourteen-year-old Shrey Parikh won the 98th Scripps National Spelling Bee after spelling 32 words correctly in just 90 seconds.
“Balance training is one of the most effective strategies for preserving independence”—a certified personal trainer shows you how
Boost core stability in just 15 minutes with this simple balance training circuit
10 Minute Stress Relief Techniques That Use Breathing, Mindfulness, and Relaxation Methods
Discover 10 minute stress relief techniques using breathing mindfulness and relaxation backed by evidence based techniques to reduce anxiety improve mood and restore calm quickly.
7 ways playing football can boost your mind and body
From improving cardiovascular fitness to boosting mood, football offers a range of mental and physical benefits.
London Aquarium owner pledges to phase out gentoo penguins at UK facilities
Campaigners have long criticised attraction for keeping birds in basement enclosure without natural light
The Enhanced Games set out to ‘transform sport’ but the results looked surprisingly ordinary
The Enhanced Games promised a revolution. Athletes on supervised drug regimens, unshackled from the anti-doping rules of the Olympics, were going to show us what the human body was truly capable of. The event was transhumanism in practice – a glimpse at humanity’s athletic future.
Is Indus Waters Treaty deadlock hurting Pakistan? Karachi reels under chronic water shortage
Karachi faces a severe water crisis during peak summer, coinciding with Eid-ul-Adha. Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has accused the ruling PPP of gross mismanagement and failure to address the city's chronic water shortages despite 18 years in power. Nearly 70% of the city is reportedly experiencing extended…
Myanmar's junta chief turned president heads to India, with an eye on China
Less than two months after he completed a carefully engineered transition from Myanmar's junta chief to become president, Min Aung Hlaing will fly to India on an official visit on Saturday, his first overseas visit since taking the civilian role.
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Exam fail: Indian students complain en masse about marking errors in key final exams
New digital marking system is aimed at reducing human errors but many students say it has resulted in wrong grades
Ukraine war briefing: Russia preparing ‘massive new strike’, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian president calls on country to ‘protect your lives’; Nato fury as drone hits Romanian apartment block. What we know on day 1,557
Trump news at a glance: federal judge pumps the brakes on Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Order bars government from ‘taking other further action’ in the creation or operation of the fund so a case challenging it can continue – key US politics stories from Friday, 29 May at a glance
New Jersey says state police will replace federal agents outside ICE facility
Announcement coincides with reports of influx of federal agents to Delaney Hall, site of protests and hunger strike
Ghanaian mother and child who arrived in US on valid visas to fly home after detainment, lawyers say
A pregnant woman from Ghana and her young son who spent more than a week in a windowless detention room at a Washington airport have been ordered deported and are flying back to Africa, her lawyers said Friday
NJ governor sends state police to set up protest zone outside contested immigration detention center
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill says state police will create designated protest zones and vehicle checkpoints outside an immigration detention center in Newark that has been the site of violent demonstrations and arrests in recent days
Pregnant woman with 4-year-old son forced to sign deportation papers after being held at US airport for days
A pregnant woman from Ghana and her young son have been held at Washington Dulles International Airport for more than a week, according to lawyers who say the pair have been kept in a windowless detention room despite serious health concerns.
Former Southern California mayor pleads guilty to secretly acting as agent of Chinese government
A former Southern California mayor has pleaded guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government
'AI adoption has become a game of chance': Employees are being left to navigate AI tools on their own as businesses fail to implement proper training
Only around half of the workers using AI regularly have had any formal training from their employers.
Blockbuster Earnings Just Sent DELL Stock Soaring. What Comes Next.
Dell stock soars on blockbuster Q1 earnings and impressive future guidance. BofA raises price target on DELL shares to $500.
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Carnival cruise operator confirms nearly 6 million people affected in data breach
in late April, ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the breach.
Donald Trump Allegedly Purchased Millions in Dell Stock Just Weeks Before It Was Awarded $9.7B Pentagon Contract
Donald Trump's portfolio bought at least 1 million dollars in Dell stock weeks before the firm secured a 9.7 billion dollar Pentagon contract, prompting ethics watchdogs to warn of glaring conflicts of interest.
AI Costs Are Forcing Big Companies to Put Limits on Workers: Report
Some of the country's biggest companies are beginning to ration access to AI for employers, track their usage more aggressively, and steer tem toward cheaper tools as costs rise faster than expected.
Is Danaher Stock Underperforming the S&P 500?
Danaher has underperformed the S&P 500 over the past year, but analysts are highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.
US stocks today: US stocks hits new closing highs on tech strength, Middle East deal hopes
Wall Street ended at record highs on Friday, driven by strong tech earnings and optimism around AI-led growth. Dell’s upbeat forecast lifted chip and software stocks, while investors tracked developments on a potential US-Iran deal. Despite inflation concerns, major indexes posted weekly and monthly gains.
Fiserv CEO Says AI, Clover Can Help Restore Predictable Growth After Tough Year
Fiserv (NASDAQ:FISV) President and CEO Mike Lyons said the payments and financial technology company is working to restore what he described as its historically predictable, mid-single-digit revenue growth profile after a difficult year for investors. Speaking at a Bernstein-hosted discussion with
Is Chevron Stock Outperforming the Dow?
Chevron has outperformed the Dow Jones over the past year, and analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s outlook.
Americans Are Spending Faster Than They Earn As Savings Rate Falls, Figures Show
Consumer spending rose in April even as disposable personal income fell, suggesting many Americans are no longer spending from strength but from savings.
An eclectic, off-grid Hawaii haven, 3 dead men and a suspect caught on surveillance video
Residents of Hawaii's remote and eclectic Puna district are grappling with the shocking killings of three men who were drawn to the area for its off-grid and laid-back lifestyle
Why More Retirees Are Watching Property Tax Notices Closely This Year—and Adjusting Their Budgets Because of It
As you enter retirement, many people assume their bills will be less. You might have even paid your house off before you retired, which everyone...
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5 Financial Scams Targeting Seniors Right Now That Often Begin With a Text or Phone Call
Adults age 60 and older reported a record $7.7 billion stolen in internet and financial crimes nationwide. That’s billion with a B. Oftentimes, these scams...
Despite killing 200 people in attacks on suspected drug boats, US has done little to slow drug trade, experts say
Dozens of attacks on alleged drug-smuggling boats do not appear to have made a dent in cocaine availability in the US, researchers say
Do You Qualify for Medicare Savings Programs? This Is the 2026 Income Cutoff
Medicare makes healthcare more affordable for seniors, but it isn't free. For many retirees, out-of-pocket costs can eat into already tight monthly budgets, forcing frustrating budget cuts elsewhere....
Possible NATO responses to Romania drone crash
NATO faces choices after a drone incident in Romania. Beyond mutual defense, the alliance uses political messages and escalating actions. These steps project strength and deter aggression. Article Four consultations offer a platform for allies to discuss threats. Such talks can lead to reinforced defenses. These responses aim to safeguard…
Immigration restrictions don't boost native workers. They cut economic mobility for generations, study finds
A Cato Institute report found that immigration quotas in the 1920s actually harmed the economic prospects of native-born citizens.
How to Help Prevent Taxes From Taking a Massive Bite Out of a Special Needs Trust
If a special needs trust isn't structured correctly, the recipient could lose out on a chunk of money when they need it the most. Here's how to prevent that.
US Cyber Command vs China offensive cyber gap and CYBERCOM 2.0 mastery strategy—is US falling behind?
The U.S.-China cyber race is entering a decisive phase. China has rapidly expanded its offensive cyber capabilities, with U.S. officials warning that Beijing-linked hackers have penetrated critical infrastructure, telecommunications networks, and strategic systems. At the same time, U.S. Cyber Command is rolling out CYBERCOM 2.0, a major modernization effort focused…
Donald Trump Suit Bulge: Experts Claim Tailoring and Weight Cause Awkward Bunching
Donald Trump's Memorial Day appearance at Arlington National Cemetery sparked online speculation about his suit and health, despite official statements confirming his excellent health.
I made an AI clone of myself based on my Google and Reddit history — and it understood me better than I expected
I used years of Reddit comments and Google history to create an AI version of myself in ChatGPT
“It’s therapeutic because when you’re working with power tools, you’re feeling all kinds of different emotions”: Jack White returns to his furniture-making roots with a new exhibition of his ‘hardware store art’
Includes his ‘sonic bench’ you can plug a guitar into
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Madonna says JFK Jr was the best sex of her life — with a caveat
The ‘Vogue’ singer was romantically linked to the son of John F Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy in the Eighties
Paul Rudd Reveals The Very Specific Philosophy Behind His Age-Defying Looks As Fans Call Him A “Vampire” At 57
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Psychology says people who post emotional messages about their ex after a breakup aren’t just being dramatic, they may be seeking validation, revenge, or emotional closure
The psychology behind people posting emotional or targeted content after breakups reveals a complicated mix of attachment anxiety, emotional validation, rejection sensitivity and unresolved grief. Psychology suggests these individuals are not always simply seeking attention; many may be trying to regain a sense of emotional control after experiencing loss, confusion…
"I just sat there and looked at the words and almost leapt out of my seat." Robert Plant wrote the lyrics in a bad mood. Jimmy Page "winged" the solo. But Stairway To Heaven became a Led Zeppelin classic like no other
Once voted the second-best song of all-time by the readers of Classic Rock, Stairway To Heaven is the Mount Everest of Rock
Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban Divorce: Singer's 'Midlife Crisis Makeover' Reportedly Has Ex's Team Rolling Their Eyes
Keith Urban's appearance at the AMAs, featuring a dramatic makeover, has sparked speculation of a 'midlife crisis' amid his recent split from Nicole Kidman.
I Had No Idea The Outlaw Josey Wales Had So Many Controversies Until I Watched It Recently
On and off screen, this legendary movie went through some stuff!
It’s Surprising To Hear Simon Helberg Was ‘Living In A State Of Fear’ While The Big Bang Theory Was Still Airing
It's interesting to hear this.
I’ve been studying racist costume parties for a decade, and colleges are failing at educating the students about why they’re wrong
In 2014, a group of students at Bowdoin College thought it would be fun to dress up as Pilgrims and Native Americans for a Thanksgiving-themed party. This is not the first or last event like this, nor is it unique to one college.
California air regulators update a key climate program, sparking pushback from environmentalists
California air regulators have updated a key climate program Friday
Sudden Slashes To Solar Incentives Make It Harder To Go Green
Larry Veray's plan to bring solar energy to his townhome complex without extra cost to residents fell apart when Hawaii lawmakers decided to cap the state’s solar energy tax credit program at $40 million
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Feds to Open Tens of Thousands of Acres of Colorado Wilderness to Oil Drilling
Wildlife habitat, endangered animals and recreation could all be at risk in state's biggest public land sale in modern history.
HEALTH ALERT: Los Angeles Drinking Water Tested Positive for Lead and Cancer-Linked Chemicals — City Council Demands Emergency Investigation
In a unanimous 10-0 vote that sent shockwaves through City Hall, the Los Angeles City Council has demanded an immediate investigation by the Department of Water and Power (LADWP) and the city's Housing Authority after samples of drinking water in the Watts neighborhood were found to contain elevated levels of…
Four EU countries push Brussels to ease carbon market pressure on industry
Estonia, France, Germany and Spain support the Emissions Trading System, the EU’s major climate policy tool, but want clearer, simpler and possibly more flexible rules to protect industrial competitiveness, according to a document seen by Euronews.
HEALTH ALERT: Chicago Issues Air Pollution Action Day as Ozone Levels Surge to "Unhealthy" — 9.4 Million Residents at Risk
The greater Chicago metropolitan area is under an active Air Quality Alert this week after the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency declared an Air Pollution Action Day, warning that ground-level ozone has reached concentrations categorized as "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups."
Solar energy helps US farms stay afloat – but Republicans’ bill could change that
Installing solar panels to offset electricity costs helps farms during financial strain. But the House version of the farm bill would limit their use
Why does it rain every darn weekend?
IN FOCUS: The Memorial Day holiday stretch was the wettest Vermont’s city of Burlington had seen in over 100 years as many other areas also experienced a near-total washout. Julia Musto asks experts if this will be the new summer norm
Dealing with the heat
This roundup of The Conversation’s environment coverage was first published in our award-winning weekly climate action newsletter, Imagine.
Weather tracker: deadly May heatwave shatters records across Europe
Temperatures across parts of continent around 10-15C above average for this time of year, while thunderstorms strike eastern Australia
Outside spending blitz defined the close of Texas’ District 35 Democratic runoff
To counter what appeared to be a GOP push to elevate Maureen Galindo, who’d voiced antisemitic stereotypes, national Democrats carpet-bombed the San Antonio area with $1.7 million worth of ads.
Members of pro-immigration group hit by Trump crackdown on immigration
La Union Del Pueblo Entero has seen engagement at its 8,000-member organization drop off after the Trump administration’s immigration raids.
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Accused of a crime after shooting a migrant in Minnesota, ICE agent is arrested in South Texas
Minnesota prosecutors say the agent lied about what led up to the shooting. He is now charged with four felonies and one misdemeanor.
Teaching restrictions prompted half of surveyed Texas Tech faculty to alter courses, results show
A faculty senate survey found professors altered or were asked to change material in 277 courses after Texas Tech’s restrictions on race, sexuality and gender.
In Harris County judge runoff, a Democratic upset underscores voters’ desire for new blood
Former Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer defeated longtime local politician Annise Parker to win the Democratic nomination for Harris County judge in what political experts say might be a sign of the changing of the guard.
Texas Democratic chair calls for party to abandon GOP House Speaker Dustin Burrows
Burrows relied on Democratic support to win the gavel last year, then green-lit a wave of conservative priorities.
Recent rain gives two Corpus Christi reservoirs a much-needed boost
With one main reservoir almost at capacity, the city may be on pace to delay an emergency declaration from December to early 2027.
Facing Congress Over Epstein Files, Pam Bondi Says Todd Blanche, Not Her, Was in Charge of the Review - FULL TEXT
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi walked into Congress Friday with a carefully worded defense of the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, but the most revealing line in her prepared statement was not about transparency. It was about Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.
Is Trump's White House Ballroom Project Poisoning Washington? Preservationists Sound the Alarm in New Court Filing
The Trump administration is facing fresh allegations in federal court after preservation advocates claimed that debris from the demolition of the White House East Wing was dumped at a historic public golf course in Washington, D.C., and contains potentially hazardous contaminants including arsenic, lead and petroleum-related pollutants.
A Texas town hopes a new data center will pay to fix its cracked streets and leaking pipes
Lacy Lakeview, a Waco suburb, said it is considering a data center project in efforts to boost their spending power to repair aging roads.
Trump news at a glance: federal judge pumps the brakes on Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Order bars government from ‘taking other further action’ in the creation or operation of the fund so a case challenging it can continue – key US politics stories from Friday, 29 May at a glance
The coolest new stuff that's getting wildly popular on Amazon
There is beauty and whimsy for every corner of your life and this is the coolest new stuff that’s getting wildly popular on Amazon.
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Airbnb host sues start-up that rented his place to test robots that do chores
The lawsuit claims the highly valued start-up booked the San Francisco home under ‘false pretenses’
New Jersey says state police will replace federal agents outside ICE facility
Announcement coincides with reports of influx of federal agents to Delaney Hall, site of protests and hunger strike
Costco puts California on high alert after damaging invasive species found on plants
Hundreds of potentially infested grapevines remain unaccounted for after being purchased by customers at Marysville and Sacramento Costco locations
‘The rug pulled out from everyone’: the chaos of Trump’s new green card rules
The policy memo issued last week requires many foreigners to obtain green cards through their home countries
Crews recover another worker after Washington chemical tank collapse as details about victims emerge
Crews have recovered another victim from a massive chemical tank rupture at a paper mill in Washington state
Myanmar's junta chief turned president heads to India, with an eye on China
Less than two months after he completed a carefully engineered transition from Myanmar's junta chief to become president, Min Aung Hlaing will fly to India on an official visit on Saturday, his first overseas visit since taking the civilian role.
Exam fail: Indian students complain en masse about marking errors in key final exams
New digital marking system is aimed at reducing human errors but many students say it has resulted in wrong grades
'No state, including China, can impose hegemony': US secretary of war Pete Hegseth issues warning
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth issued a blunt warning to China at Asia's premier defence summit on Saturday, declaring that "no state, including China, can impose its hegemony" while also taking aim at European allies for not pulling their weight.
DOJ Moves To Disqualify Judge Ross In Election Interference Case
The Eleventh Circuit's decision to identify a conflict of interest, but not identify the conflicted judge, leaves litigants guessing.
What's Next for Judge Eleanor Ross? A 2009 Impeachment May Provide Some Clues
A guest post from Professor Arthur Hellman
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Why Colombia's Election Could Have Significant Consequences For Some U.S. Companies And Investors
Colombia is heading toward a presidential election that could have major implications for U.S. companies and investors operating in the South American country.
Short Circuit: An inexhaustive weekly compendium of rulings from the federal courts of appeal
Fabricated evidence, terminated grants, and taxes on jets.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Issues Chilling MAGA Warning While Waving Goodbye to Thomas Massie
"The neocon controlled Republican establishment now backed by the President set out to destroy us," Greene wrote, adding that Trump's "America First" movement is willing to go to extremes to "cut the head off of anyone" who disagrees with him.
Alabama Basketball Player's Libel Lawsuit Against New York Times Can Go to a Jury
From Judge Annemarie Carney Axon (N.D. Ala.) in yesterday's Spears v. N.Y. Times Co.: Plaintiff Kai Spears was a walk-on… The post Alabama Basketball Player's Libel Lawsuit Against New York Times Can Go to a Jury appeared first on Reason.com.
Bondi sits for closed-door interview over Epstein files release
Former Attorney General Pamela Bondi appeared for a closed-door interview with a House panel Friday over the handling of files related to deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and Democrats say she told them that acting Attorney General Todd Blanche made many of the decisions. The interview by the House Committee…
First ICE Agent Arrested Since Trump's Immigration Surge Is Charged in Shooting of Venezuelan Man
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent accused of shooting a Venezuelan man during President Donald Trump's expanded immigration crackdown in Minnesota has been arrested in Texas, marking the first known ICE agent arrest tied to the administration's current enforcement surge.
Judge blocks moves to add Trump to Kennedy Center name
A federal judge in Washington on Friday blocked the Trump administration’s moves to rename the Kennedy Center after President Donald Trump and close the center for two years — and gave two weeks for removal of the changed signage on the building’s façade. The opinion and order came in a…
Disney Challenges FCC Review of 8 ABC Licenses Amid New Regulatory Fight
Disney and its ABC-owned television stations have accused the Federal Communications Commission of using its licensing authority to pressure editorial content, escalating a dispute between the Trump administration and one of the country's largest broadcast networks over late-night host Jimmy Kimmel and broader allegations of political retaliation.
Why America is failing its health report card
Americans spend 18% of our economy on healthcare, nearly twice the average of comparable nations, for worse results
Trump should come clean about his all-too-obvious decline
The public is concerned. Fewer than half of US adults believe that Trump now possesses the mental acuity or physical health to be an effective president
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Why I’m grateful to the Pope for his encyclical on AI
The intelligent and thoughtful encyclical is an important warning of the uses and misuses of a rapidly developing technology. Silicon Valley is wrong to dismiss it
Nato must be more willing to push back when the Kremlin goes too far
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: It is unacceptable that Russia, in the conduct of its war in Ukraine, has yet again violated another nation’s sovereignty. After the drone strike on a residential tower block in Romania, the response must be more than the usual summoning of ambassadors
The Guardian view on Israel and Gaza: the threat of further humanitarian catastrophe
Editorial: As Donald Trump looks for peace with Iran, Benjamin Netanyahu’s government escalates elsewhere – and Europe stands by
The Guardian view on Peter Mandelson: the government must come clean on vetting
Editorial: The first mistake was appointing the peer despite his links to Jeffrey Epstein. The next would be claiming his security risks were properly managed
Tony Blair says he is all about the future – but his vision is woefully stuck in the past
He insists he is so right but gets so much badly wrong, not least the absurdity that the UK should have joined Donald Trump in the quagmire that is Iran, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland
Putin’s cabal must be brought to trial for crimes in Ukraine. With this plan, the world can do that
A special tribunal akin to Nuremberg will not only force Russia to explain its culpability, it will show how vital it is to uphold international law, says former UK prime minister Gordon Brown
Sunak is right that our students need financial literacy – but that shouldn’t mean yet more maths
Education should prepare young people for dealing not only with practical things such as insurance, pensions and taxes but also with tech and mental health, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins
Air conditioning: the wealthy and well can afford it, but disabled people who need it most can’t
It is a short-term fix, but AC is an essential tool for many for whom the heat can be harmful, and even life-threatening, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan
Lisa Kudrow Reveals One Celebrity She's Been Mistaken For, And I Definitely Didn't See That Coming
This one is truly baffling.
Is Netflix’s The Boroughs Actually Connected To Stranger Things? What The Co-Creator Told Me About That Final Scene
What a cool homage!
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Mariska Hargitay Told Daniel Radcliffe She’s ‘The Real Harry Potter’ (And Her Story Packs Emotional Punch)
She was the girl who lived.
It Felt A Bit Rude That Bryan Cranston Trolls Fans When They Ask Him To Quote One Breaking Bad Line. Then He Explained Why
He is the one who trolls.
JLo Just Name Dropped Maid In Manhattan While Talking About New Office Romance Rom-Com, And Where Do I Sign Up?
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How Apple TV's Newest Sci-Fi Epic Utterly Transformed A Complex Villain’s Origin Story
The journey of Irina in 'Star City' isn't what you might have expected. Actresses Agnes O'Casey and Anna Maxwell Martin reveal a new dynamic.
Backrooms Ending Explained: Who Is Phil And Does It Set Up A Franchise?
Once you're in, you're in.
I Didn't Expect Jenna Ortega's Admission About Her Big Struggle Every Season On The Wednesday Set
That is a tough one.
Camila Mendes Is Method Dressing For Masters Of The Universe Again. This Time It Involves Leopard Print
Meow.
The Hilariously Honest Way Meryl Streep Reacted After Emily Blunt And John Krasinski’s Moms Made Her Dance To Mamma Mia At Their Wedding
Here we go again...
Queen Elizabeth Said This Normal Person Hobby Kept Her "In Touch" With the Public, Per Royal Author
There was only one problem with it, as the late Queen told Gyles Brandreth.
Chase Infiniti's Half-Twisted Updo Is the Perfect Summer Protective Style
A throwback style for sure.
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Beneunder Promo Codes in May 2026
Get a discount on travel hats, sun-protective outerwear, and outdoor gear using one of our Beneunder vouchers.
Katie Holmes's white t-shirt and breezy maxi skirt is the timeless heatwave outfit formula that's so easy to recreate
Nothing beats this go-to pairing when temperatures soar
'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder' Season 3: Everything We Know
It seems all but likely that Pip has yet another mystery to solve.
I keep this £10 face mist in my bag to soothe, refresh and cool my sensitive skin in rising temperatures
If you're feeling hot and sticky, this is a true heatwave and holiday essential
If You Have It-Girl Style and an On-Sale Budget, Shop These 5 Summer Trends
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Olive Young Is Finally Stateside—These 12 K-Beauty Products Are Already in My Cart
Start your shopping spree with these glow-boosting picks.
A Major Company Just Accidentally Spent $500 Million On AI And It’s Become The Internet’s Newest Meme Fuel
“The most expensive click in corporate history was the one nobody made,” a netizen joked.
Trtl Discount Codes in May 2026
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Millions of breast cancer patients could avoid chemotherapy with new genome test
Doctors said the test shows people with certain forms of the disease can safely avoid chemotherapy
Obesity may change how early breast cancer spreads, researchers find
Some 321,910 new cases of invasive breast cancer are estimated to be diagnosed this year
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HEALTH ALERT: Phoenix Confirms First Heat Death of 2026 as Extreme Heat Warning Tops 108°F — Maricopa County on Track for Another Lethal Summer
Maricopa County health officials have confirmed the first heat-related death of 2026, an older adult male whose passing serves as a grim annual marker that the desert Southwest's deadliest season has officially begun.
HEALTH ALERT: Los Angeles Drinking Water Tested Positive for Lead and Cancer-Linked Chemicals — City Council Demands Emergency Investigation
In a unanimous 10-0 vote that sent shockwaves through City Hall, the Los Angeles City Council has demanded an immediate investigation by the Department of Water and Power (LADWP) and the city's Housing Authority after samples of drinking water in the Watts neighborhood were found to contain elevated levels of…
HEALTH ALERT: Houston's Summer Heat Season Begins With a 329% Surge in ER Visits — And Officials Fear the Worst Is Still Ahead
HOUSTON — As the first days of meteorological summer descend on Southeast Texas, the Houston Health Department (HHD) and Harris County Public Health are bracing for what is shaping up to be another potentially lethal heat season.
HEALTH ALERT: Chicago Issues Air Pollution Action Day as Ozone Levels Surge to "Unhealthy" — 9.4 Million Residents at Risk
The greater Chicago metropolitan area is under an active Air Quality Alert this week after the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency declared an Air Pollution Action Day, warning that ground-level ozone has reached concentrations categorized as "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups."
The US hantavirus cruise passengers may soon go home ahead of the 42-day symptom period. Here’s why
21 days is the highest risk period for the rodent-borne illness
Dermatologists rubbish ‘dangerous’ claims that tanned skin protects against sunburn
Melanoma is the most aggressive form of skin cancer causing about 2,600 deaths a year in the UK – many are linked to sunbed use
Salmonella poisoning in England hits decade high – and the cost of living crisis could be to blame
Scientist suggests the cost of living crisis could be driving the increase in salmonella and campylobacter cases
Couple fly to Turkey for life-saving liver transplant after NHS denies operation
A liver transplant is now potentially the only curative treatment option for Flo, 31, but she is unable to get the operation on the NHS
PSG vs. Arsenal: Four Key Battles That Could Decide Champions League Final
France’s best face England’s champions in the ultimate showdown.
PSG vs. Arsenal: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
The dazzling Parisians face off against the stubborn and secure Premier League champions in Budapest.
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Canada 2026 World Cup Roster Confirmed: Full List of Players, Alphonso Davies Injury Update
Alphonso Davies is the star of the show but doubts persist over the Bayern Munich fullback’s fitness.
Transfer Rumors: Rashford’s Next Move; Liverpool Receive $175 Million Wirtz Bid
Ibrahima Konaté, Federico Valverde, Carlos Baleba and Alessandro Bastoni all feature in the gossip.
Lionel Messi Chasing 64 Years of History After World Cup Call-Up
Messi’s Argentina is out to achieve what only two nations have ever accomplished in World Cup history.
How Anthony Gordon’s ‘Doubled’ Salary Compares to Barcelona Teammates
Gordon’s wages are still thought to be “significantly” lower than the salary that Marcus Rashford would command.
PSG vs. Arsenal: Last Five Meetings Ahead of Champions League Final
PSG had the last laugh following three clashes with Arsenal in 2024–25.
Jaxson Dart, Abdul Carter Address QB’s Decision to Introduce President Trump at a Rally
Jaxson Dart shared a statement after introducing President Trump at a rally last week.
The 30 Most Valuable Soccer Teams in 2026—Ranked
Seven Major League Soccer sides breach the top tier of financial might.
PSG XI vs. Arsenal: Parisians Receive Double Boost—Injury News, Predicted Lineup
The Champions League holders have all of their superstars available for Saturday’s final.
"The focus is going to be on these games": Xbox CCO Matt Booty says Project Helix won't be at Xbox Games Showcase, with more on it coming "at a later time"
Xbox still plans to show more of Project Helix "later this year," but don't expect it to be at the Xbox Games Showcase, says CCO Matt Booty.
ON THIS DAY: In 2015, we unboxed the Verizon LG Lancet with Windows Phone 8.1, a phone even I forgot about it
A look back at the LG Lancet and the era when Windows Phone 8.1 defined Microsoft’s mobile peak.
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"A new era of PC": Microsoft and NVIDIA tease major announcement experts predict to be the fabled N1X chip
Microsoft and NVIDIA just teased a massive hardware announhcement. Will the rumored N1X chip usher in the "new era of PC" promised by both companies?
Thinborne is already talking Pixel 11 cases, and this one little change is significant
Thinborne revealed a set of Pixel 11 cases early, and one case features a wider camera bar cutout, which could point to Pixel Glow.
Netflix's steamy new romance might look like a tearjerker, but this one big reason means it's going to be a hit
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HP’s Windows 10 holdouts show just how hard Microsoft’s Windows 11 upgrade push really is
Despite Microsoft’s push for Windows 11, millions of HP users are sticking with Windows 10
Rivian Says Fight Over Apple CarPlay Is 'Completely Obsolete' Thanks To AI
Rivian says the tremendous progress of AI-powered voice assistants will make CarPlay a thing of the past.
Cambridge Audio L/R S vs Ruark Audio MR1 Mk3: which compact desktop speakers are best for you?
Two small, powerful options with different strengths
"We want to make sure that that game has a window all to its own" — Fable delayed to February 2027, Xbox confirms
Xbox has confirmed that Fable has been delayed to February 2027. According to Matt Booty, the game is in great shape, but Xbox wants it to have a launch window of its own. Fans can expect to see more of the highly anticipated RPG during Xbox Games Showcase.
One UI 9 Watch beta rumored: Samsung might have health reports ready and waiting
Early rumors say Samsung is preparing to enlist Galaxy Watch users for a One UI 9 Watch beta.
'Star City': Release date & how to watch Apple TV's superb Soviet space series
Bundle up for our frigid trek behind the Iron Curtain in this new 'For All Mankind' spinoff
China's Shenzhou 21 astronauts return to Earth after being briefly 'stranded', wrapping up record-breaking mission (video)
China's Shenzhou 21 astronauts returned to Earth on Friday (May 29), wrapping up a record-breaking, and very eventful, space mission.
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Rare Blue Moon hides the red light of an ancient star on May 31: Will you be able to see it?
Prepare for a spectacular sight, as the second full moon of May meets the red star Antares this weekend.
'For All Mankind' spin-off 'Star City' will make you want to know more about the Soviet space program
Stories of NASA and Apollo have passed into folklore, but the equivalent stories from the other side of the Iron Curtain have often been shrouded in secrecy.
Watch an Atlas V rocket launch 29 Amazon Leo internet satellites to orbit tonight
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket is poised to launch 29 Amazon Leo internet satellites to orbit on Friday night (May 28).
SpaceX launches 29 Starlink satellites from Florida just hours after Blue Origin rocket explosion (video)
SpaceX launched 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Friday (May 29), about 12 hours after Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded on a different pad at the site.
Incredible videos show Blue Origin rocket explosion could be seen from hundreds of miles away
Blue Origin's powerful New Glenn rocket exploded during testing Thursday night, May 28, blasting flames and debris high into the sky in a display visible across wide swaths of Florida.
Record-breaking Europe heat wave from space | Space photo of the day for May 29, 2026
Even the satellites are seeing red.
Don’t shoot for the moon: aiming for ‘above average’ is key to success, maths suggests
Model created by researchers shows better outcomes are often more likely when people are not too ambitious
'The Man Who Fell To Earth' at 50: Was David Bowie’s strange stranded alien his best role ever?
Maverick director Nicolas Roeg delivered a surreal sci-fi classic in 1976 that still resonates today.
Solar energy helps US farms stay afloat – but Republicans’ bill could change that
Installing solar panels to offset electricity costs helps farms during financial strain. But the House version of the farm bill would limit their use
Dartford warbler stages a comeback 60 years after almost vanishing
Survey shows 44% increase on RSPB reserves of bird that almost became extinct in England in the 60s
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My homemade air-con unit does the trick
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Conservationists alarmed by drastic cuts to key UK fund for global nature protection
Conservation groups warn slashing Darwin Initiative will put species and habitats in jeopardy, and set back efforts to halt decline in nature
Hajj pilgrimage becoming more dangerous due to global heating, report warns
Climate change is gradually narrowing the window in which the annual hajj Muslim pilgrimage can take place safely, according to new research by the World Weather Attribution group published on Friday.
‘It’s an obsession’: one man and his family on a mission to save Europe’s glutinous snail
Ian Hughes is boosting one of the continent’s most at-risk species with science, his sons and some homemade T-shirts
Weather tracker: deadly May heatwave shatters records across Europe
Temperatures across parts of continent around 10-15C above average for this time of year, while thunderstorms strike eastern Australia
In our 250th edition, we ask just how well the fight against climate change is really going
In this week’s newsletter: We began writing Down to Earth in 2021, but the global political, economic and environmental landscape has changed drastically in the past five years
Air pollution slows lung growth during childhood, UK study shows
Researchers find breathing more air pollution can slow lung development all the way up to early adulthood
Country diary: Today was once a public holiday, thanks to these oak ‘apples’
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Turkey travel guide: It's Bodrum forever for Serra Türker
The restorative Aegean sea, lingering seafood dinners on the sand and magic sunsets over ancient ruins have made the Turkish entrepreneur a life-long fan
Fabulous views, ferry rides and tucked-away beaches: readers’ favourite UK coast walks
From the wilds of Galloway and spectacular Pembrokeshire to the cockle sheds of Southend, our readers share their best seaside walks
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Dua Lipa Just Revealed Her Top 5 ‘Essential’ Aussie Hotspots & I Can’t Take Notes Fast Enough
Okay, Dua Lipa has taste!!!
We’re going on a Bosnian bear hunt … in Europe’s oldest forest
A guided walk in the primeval wildwood of Perućica, where wolves, chamois and the elusive brown bear roam
Thailand Scraps 60-Day Visa-Free Stays for Brits Amid Foreign Crime Crackdown
Thailand ends 60-day visa-free stays for British tourists amid crackdown on foreign crime, impacting travel plans and requiring new visa arrangements.
Neolithic treasures and sparkling seas on Orkney – all for £2 bus fares
A new cap on bus fares in the Highlands and islands makes exploring this stunning archipelago in Scotland a breeze
The stealth London luxury hotel you might have missed
Cocooning corridors and expertly crafted Japanese food await at Aethos in Shoreditch
Fancy a European art break with fewer crowds? Try one of these five cities
Forget queuing at the Louvre or the Uffizi. You’ll find a fresh perspective on everything from medieval to modern art in places like Lille, Verona and Zurich
Share a tip on a great European road trip
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Orient Express Corinthian: The berth of high seas glamour
Comparing fancy yachts conceived by world-class designers is a little like discussing tall skyscrapers: you start with a base value of “very” and move upwards. Yet this particular yacht, from a brand that’s captured the imaginations of generations of travellers — and made Agatha Christie’s estate a mountain of money…