Mike Vrabel to Seek Counseling Following Dianna Russini Fallout, Miss Draft Day 3
Mike Vrable will seek counseling amid the fallout from Dianna Russini photos. He’ll be away from the New England Patriots on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
UK looked at ways to ‘open doors’ to US chlorinated chicken, FoI request shows
Exclusive: Documents released to campaign group 38 Degrees reveal UK officials briefed on possibility of altering food standards
The Guardian - UK
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James Valentine death: Veteran ABC radio host and musician dies aged 64
Prime minister Anthony Albanese says Australia has ‘lost a national treasure’
The Independent UK
6 min read
France, UK agree to new migrant deal, with funding tied to results
France and Britain have agreed to a new deal to curb undocumented migrants from crossing the English Channel, with France committing to more than double law enforcement on the coast, and the UK contributing up to €766 million, some of which is to be paid only if France delivers results.
Radio France Internationale
3 min read
Lamine Yamal at Risk of Missing 2026 World Cup After Brutal Injury—Report
The 2026 World Cup could potentially be bereft of one of the best players in the world.
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
Leading California governor candidates spar in debate as topsy-turvy race heats up
Six candidates clashed over homelessness and cost of living crisis in first debate since Eric Swalwell’s exit – with a clear frontrunner still yet to emerge
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is seeking counseling and will miss Day 3 of the NFL draft, report says
New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is seeking counseling and will not be with the team for Day 3 of the NFL Draft on Saturday, following the publication of photos of the coach and longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort
The Independent UK
3 min read
Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner Dating Rumours: A Look Back on His Dating History
Rumours link Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner after sightings and insider claims, but neither has confirmed a relationship publicly so far.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Who was Amal Khalil? Lebanese journalist killed in strike as Israel–Hezbollah tensions escalate
A Lebanese journalist, Amal Khalil, was tragically killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon while covering the ongoing conflict. Rescue efforts were significantly delayed by Israeli fire, preventing immediate access to the site. Khalil's death, the ninth journalist killed this year, has drawn condemnation and calls for international law…
The Times of India
4 min read
With his Bible readings, Trump is doubling down on his God complex. Somehow, evangelical Christians are buying it
The US president’s Bible reading is a desperate plea to the one group that seemingly hasn’t deserted him – yet, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Lagotto Romagnolo: The Truffle-Hunting Dog with a Curly Coat
<p> The dense, woolly curls of the Lagotto Romagnolo give it a distinctive and charming appearance.</p> The Lagotto Romagnolo is a rare and fascinating dog breed known for its dense, curly coat and exceptional truffle-hunting abilities. Originating from Italy, this charming and intelligent dog has transitioned from a water retriever…
Times Pets
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Want a Loving Pet? These 8 Birds Will Surprise You
What if your next pet could talk, understand your mood, and even miss you when you’re gone? It sounds unreal, but it’s true. Most people think of dogs and cats when they want companionship. But birds offer something different something unexpected. They don’t just sit quietly; they interact, respond, and…
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Best Diet Plans for Dogs and Cats
Feeding your pet the right diet is one of the most important responsibilities of a pet owner. Dogs and cats have different nutritional needs, and providing the correct balance of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals is essential for their well being. Poor diet choices can lead to obesity, digestive…
Times Pets
4 min read
Better than a plank: Why 'bear taps' are the ultimate test of core stability
Here's how to do a bear plank, and the variations to try.
Tom’s Guide
5 min read
Gene therapy improves hearing in 90% of patients with inherited deafness in largest trial of its kind
A new gene therapy tested in China has improved the hearing of 38 people who were born deaf due to mutations in a gene called OTOF.
LiveScience
9 min read
I planted these 7 flowers in April and my backyard is already a hummingbird magnet
What's better than sunshine in your yard? A yard that's visited by vibrant, miniature hummingbirds filling up on nectar and zipping around with grace. Here's the 7 flowers you'll want to plant this spring to increase your chances of attracting hummingbirds to your yard.
Tom’s Guide
5 min read
Shot with a phone camera, this striking "concrete vs. nature" image wins US$10,000 top prize in global photography competition
"It made me pause and reflect on how progress is often defined by what we build, yet given meaning by what continues to grow around it," says the award-winning photographer
Digital Camera World
3 min read
See the moon shining in the daytime sky this week: Here's where to look
The moon is visible in the daytime sky as it grows thicker ahead of the full phase on May 1.
Space
4 min read
AI-powered robot beats elite table tennis players
In feat hailed as milestone in robotics, Sony AI’s Ace wins three out of five matches played under official rules
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
A robot is beating human pros at table tennis. Its maker calls it a milestone for machines
A paddle-wielding robot is so adept at playing table tennis that it is posing a tough challenge to elite human players and sometimes defeating them, according to a new study in the journal Nature that shows how advances in artificial intelligence are making robots more agile
The Independent UK
6 min read
UK looked at ways to ‘open doors’ to US chlorinated chicken, FoI request shows
Exclusive: Documents released to campaign group 38 Degrees reveal UK officials briefed on possibility of altering food standards
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
France, UK agree to new migrant deal, with funding tied to results
France and Britain have agreed to a new deal to curb undocumented migrants from crossing the English Channel, with France committing to more than double law enforcement on the coast, and the UK contributing up to €766 million, some of which is to be paid only if France delivers results.
Radio France Internationale
3 min read
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Leading California governor candidates spar in debate as topsy-turvy race heats up
Six candidates clashed over homelessness and cost of living crisis in first debate since Eric Swalwell’s exit – with a clear frontrunner still yet to emerge
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Pentagon says navy secretary is leaving, marking another top leader’s departure
Exit of John Phelan, navy’s top civilian official, comes a week after Pete Hegseth fired army’s top officer
The Guardian - US
3 min read
Teen whom singer D4vd is charged with killing died from penetrating wounds
Autopsy of Celeste Rivas Hernandez finally released after law enforcement had requested it be sealed in November
The Guardian - US
3 min read
Trump news at a glance: Pentagon replaces secretary of the navy amid US blockade in strait of Hormuz
John Phelan is ‘departing the administration, effective immediately’ says Pentagon as undersecretary Hung Cao takes over – key US politics stories from 22 April 2026 at a glance
The Guardian - US
5 min read
D4VD's alleged victim, Celeste Rivas Hernandez, died from multiple stab wounds
Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the teenager D4vd has been accused of killing, died from multiple stab wounds.
BANG Premier
3 min read
Los Angeles school board votes to set limits on classroom screen time
Measure will also limit device use during passing periods, lunch and recess and block YouTube on district devices
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Groups sue Alaska election officials, allege the sharing of voter data with DOJ was unconstitutional
Voting and civil rights groups are suing Alaska elections officials, alleging their sharing of the state’s voter registration list with the U.S. Department of Justice is unconstitutional
The Independent UK
5 min read
Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil killed in Israeli strike on a house where she took cover, paper says
Rescue workers say a Lebanese journalist was killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon
The Independent UK
5 min read
Samsung workers rally in South Korea, demanding higher pay and threatening to strike
Thousands of Samsung Electronics' workers have rallied at its computer chip making complex in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, demanding higher bonuses and threatening to strike as the boom in artificial intelligence drives up memory-chip profits
The Independent UK
3 min read
Samsung engineer sentenced to 7 years in prison for selling chipmaking trade secrets to Chinese chipmaker — ex-employee supplied 10nm DRAM data to CXMT for $2 million
An ex-Samsung employee accused of corporate espionage has been sentenced to 7 years in prison for sharing over 600 critical chipmaking steps.
Tom’s Hardware
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Oil prices hold above $100 as Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz and peace talks stall
Iran seized two container ships seeking to exit the Gulf via the strait on Wednesday, tightening its grip on the waterway
The Independent UK
4 min read
Here’s how to get your money from the $425M Capital One settlement
The dispute was over how Capital One handled the transition from its 360 Savings account to its 360 Performance Savings account
The Independent UK
4 min read
Dollar Recovers on Rising Tensions Over the Strait of Hormuz
The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose to a 1-week high and finished up by +0.20%. The dollar found support on Wednesday as the escalation of the US-Iran war boosted safe-haven demand for the dollar. Iran seized two ships on Wednesday in the Strait of Hormuz for "endangering maritime...
Barchart
5 min read
MrBeast employee alleges she was harassed for years and fired after maternity leave in a new lawsuit
A former Beast Industries employee is suing MrBeast’s media production company after she was allegedly fired from her social media manager job upon returning from maternity leave and following years of what she described as sexual harassment and workplace gender bias
The Independent UK
8 min read
Apple Q2 Earnings Preview: Is AAPL Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?
Apple will report Q2 earnings on April 30. Apple’s Q2 will reflect strong demand for its hardware and services.
Barchart
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Earnings Preview: What To Expect From Fox Corporation's Report
Fox Corporation is gearing up to release its third-quarter results soon, and analysts are expecting a single-digit decline in the company’s bottom-line figure.
Barchart
2 min read
Why Stifel Analysts Are Watching Intel Stock Closely Before April 23
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Stifel analysts raised Intel’s stock price target ahead of its Q1 earnings.
Barchart
5 min read
Ford CEO: Tesla Is No Longer The EV Benchmark
For the last decade or longer, Tesla has set the bar for electric vehicles. Even though the brand has been around since the mid-2000s, launching the Lotus-based Roadster in 2008, it wasn’t until the 2010s that the rest of the industry started to pay attention. But according to one CEO,…
Motor1
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With his Bible readings, Trump is doubling down on his God complex. Somehow, evangelical Christians are buying it
The US president’s Bible reading is a desperate plea to the one group that seemingly hasn’t deserted him – yet, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
I replaced ChatGPT with 5 'tiny' AI tools — they are faster, greener and most can run offline
I’m rethinking AI’s footprint this Earth Day. Here’s why I’m using smaller AI models instead of Big AI — and the lightweight tools worth trying.
Tom’s Guide
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Nancy Guthrie Coughed Up Blood During Assault Based on Blood Spatter Pattern, FBI Profiler Claims
Forensic analysis in Nancy Guthrie's case reveals a violent struggle, with blood patterns indicating severe trauma. A ransom note and social media blunder add complexity to the investigation.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
8 Critical Decisions You Need to Make Before the New 2027 Medicare ‘Plan Simplicity’ Rules Take Effect
If you’re on Medicare (or about to be), you may want to pay close attention to what’s coming in 2027. Federal regulators are rolling out...
Saving Advice
6 min read
Injunction Against Publicly Identifying Pseudonymous Litigants Is Content-Based Prior Restraint,
and thus presumptively a First Amendment violation (though here the presumption was rebutted by national security interests).
Reason
5 min read
5 Facts About the VA Fiduciary Rule That Explain Why Some Veterans Lose Gun Rights — And Why Reform Advocates Want It Changed
When veterans approached the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for help with managing their benefits, many of them didn’t know that they could face an...
Saving Advice
5 min read
Trump Chief Of Staff Susie Wiles Worked On Netanyahu's Reelection Campaign: Ana Kasparian Calls It 'A Huge Problem'
Ana Kasparian criticizes Trump's Chief of Staff Susie Wiles for her ties to Netanyahu, raising concerns about foreign influence in US policy.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
2 ways Congress can improve its standing with Americans
ANALYSIS — In a time of bitter partisanship, there’s one thing that brings the country together: hating Congress. But while Capitol Hill is consistently and deeply unpopular, there are at least two specific actions members of Congress could take to improve their standing, if they have the courage. The numbers…
Roll Call
5 min read
Check Washing Alert: Why Leaving Checks in Your Mailbox Can Put Your Bank Account at Risk
You raise your mailbox flag, drop in a check, and assume it’s safely on its way—but that small habit could expose your entire bank account....
Saving Advice
6 min read
Rep. Chip Roy proposes the racist ‘MAMDANI Act’ to Congress
Rep. Chip Roy from Texas introduced a racist bill to Congress. Named the ‘MAMDANI Act,’ the bill aims to take extreme measures against perceived terrorists. But is Roy’s bill achievable or just a poor attempt at grabbing headlines?
The Mary Sue
4 min read
Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner Dating Rumours: A Look Back on His Dating History
Rumours link Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner after sightings and insider claims, but neither has confirmed a relationship publicly so far.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Jelly Roll 'Lost His Way' Amid Weight Loss Journey as Broken Collarbone Forces Sudden Fitness Halt
Jelly Roll admits he has 'lost his way' in his weight loss journey after a broken collarbone and holiday setbacks disrupted his fitness routine.
International Business Times UK
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“Oddly News”: 79 Pieces Of Morbid Knowledge For People Who Can’t Look Away From Creepy Stories
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Bored Panda
6 min read
I Didn't Realize One Adorable Super Mario Popcorn Bucket Actually Landed A World Record
Okay, that's too cute.
Cinemablend
4 min read
Former Slipknot drummer Jay Weinberg reveals he found out Joey Jordison was leaving the band just 24 hours after his first jam with them
Weinberg played with Slipknot from 2014 to 2023, and admits he has "no regrets" about his time in the band as he lines up new projects
Metal Hammer
3 min read
Florida woman goes to ‘Tiger Woods bar’ on date. Then another bartender denies her service: ‘Sounds like he was trying to protect you’
A Florida woman said she wanted to go to the “Tiger Woods” mini-golf course on a date. Then, she went to a neighboring pool bar where a man refused to serve her drinks because she had had a few beforehand.
The Mary Sue
4 min read
Hulk Hogan Got Real About One Career Change He Would've Made (And I Was Genuinely Surprised)
I didn't see this coming.
Cinemablend
4 min read
The Biggest Celebrity Fake Tan Fails After Khloé Kardashian’s “Unrecognizable” Billboard Controversy
From controversial red carpet moments to paparazzi snaps, here's a look at some of the most talked-about celebrity tan faux pas moments.
Bored Panda
6 min read
Kate Hudson reveals ‘most famous person’ to appear on Running Point hours before season 2 release
Kevin Miles’ appearance in the show is his first appearance ever in a scripted TV show
The Independent UK
3 min read
Storage Wars star Darrell Sheets dies aged 67
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Sheets appeared in 15 seasons of the long-running reality show
The Independent UK
3 min read
Oil and gas giant feels the heat from climate activists
Shareholders have jeered as protesters concerned about the environment repeatedly disrupted a meeting hosted by Australia's biggest oil and gas company.
AAP
4 min read
Water to surge into drought-depleted Lake Powell but at costs elsewhere
Desert canyons in eastern Utah will be churning this spring with huge volumes of water in a desperate attempt to keep a reservoir on the Colorado River generating electricity
The Independent UK
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‘Climate-neutral’ milk to solar-powered factories: How meat and dairy giants greenwash their image
Study finds most of the claims made by 33 of the largest meat and dairy companies can be categorised as misleading, unverifiable or unsupported by evidence
The Independent UK
7 min read
Massachusetts is dumping sewage into waterways. Grassroots organizations are fighting back
Environmental organizations in Massachusetts are urging water officials to keep sewage out of waterways in several Boston-area communities by committing to a more modern sewer system with separate pipes for waste and storm runoff
The Independent UK
9 min read
Nearly half of US children are breathing dangerous levels of air pollution, report warns
American Lung Association report comes amid Trump EPA’s expansive rollback of environmental protections
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Hurricanes devastated Florida’s East Coast – then seagrass made an unexpected comeback
Florida’s Indian River Lagoon has been an ecosystem in decline going back to 2011, when harmful algal blooms led to a severe decline in seagrass, the foundational component of shallow coastal ecosystems.
The Conversation
10 min read
Winter Storm Warning: Alaska and Montana Brace for 12 Inches of Snow and 60 Mph Blizzard Winds
Alaska and Montana are under winter storm warnings, with up to 12 inches of snow and winds of up to 60 mph expected. Residents are advised to prepare for hazardous travel conditions.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Fujifilm Converts All North American Power to Renewables via Texas Solar PPA
A virtual PPA with Geronimo Power's 270 MW Blevins, Texas solar plant will deliver ~300,000 MWh/year in renewable certificates, cutting Fujifilm's group-wide CO2 by an estimated 90,000 tonnes annually.
International Business Times
4 min read
Abrupt weather swing threatens flower farms ahead of Mother’s Day rush
Tulips that were supposed to be ready for Mother's Day in mid-May have already bloomed
The Independent UK
4 min read
Winter Storm Watch is Issued as High Winds and Two Feet of Snow are Expected Across Several US States
A late-season winter storm is impacting the western US, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and dangerous travel conditions. Weather alerts are in effect, with significant snowfall expected in mountainous regions.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Texas Republican candidate suspended by Kalshi for betting on his own election
Zeke Enriquez, who ran in the GOP primary for Texas’ 21st Congressional District, was fined and barred from the prediction market platform for five years. Two candidates in other states were suspended for the same offense.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Trump Says 8 Iranian Women Were Saved Thanks to Him, but Tehran Says It Never Planned to Kill Them
President Donald Trump stepped into the center of Iran's human rights crisis Wednesday with a triumphant message that read like a rescue announcement. "Very good news!" he wrote, saying he had just been informed that eight women protesters who were to be executed that night in Iran would no longer…
Latin Times
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Houston City Council approves gutting policy limiting ICE cooperation, civil rights groups say
In contrast to the civil rights groups’ assessment, Houston’s city attorney told council members that the amendment — crafted by the mayor’s staff and the governor’s office — brings no major changes.
The Texas Tribune
9 min read
Texas father among DACA recipients Trump administration now targeting for deportation
Immigrants with DACA were protected from deportation, but since Trump’s return, the government has arrested nearly 300 DACA recipients, including 75 in Texas.
The Texas Tribune
10 min read
Texas AG runoff: Mayes Middleton and Chip Roy weigh in on election integrity, lawsuits and more
Texas’ next top lawyer will take over a key driver of the conservative legal movement. We revisited the major issues in an updated Q&A with the two remaining Republican candidates.
The Texas Tribune
13 min read
Eva-Marie Ayala will lead the Tribune’s education team into a new era
A renowned Texas journalist, the Education Writers Association president joins us as we expand our team covering Texas schools and universities.
The Texas Tribune
2 min read
Michael and Susan Dell become UT Austin’s first $1 billion donors
The couple’s latest $750 million investment will help build a new Austin medical center that will provide specialized care, such as MD Anderson cancer treatment, and integrate AI into care.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Trump Signals Possible Pentagon Deal With Anthropic After White House Talks on AI Use
President Donald Trump said that the artificial intelligence firm Anthropic is "shaping up" for a "possible" deal to allow the Pentagon to use the company's AI technology.
Latin Times
4 min read
James Talarico calls for federal gas tax pause to combat surging fuel prices
A trade group argued that a federal gas tax suspension would be unlikely to show up in savings for drivers and would diminish needed infrastructure revenue.
The Texas Tribune
7 min read
Wood is a chip off the old block as he takes first win at Brands Hatch 750MC event
Second-generation Classic Stock Hatch racer enjoys success in Kent, while MX-5 Cup also provides some dramatic action
Autosport
6 min read
Leading California governor candidates spar in debate as topsy-turvy race heats up
Six candidates clashed over homelessness and cost of living crisis in first debate since Eric Swalwell’s exit – with a clear frontrunner still yet to emerge
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Pentagon says navy secretary is leaving, marking another top leader’s departure
Exit of John Phelan, navy’s top civilian official, comes a week after Pete Hegseth fired army’s top officer
The Guardian - US
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El Guano, El Chapo's Brother, Remains at Large After High-Level Operation in Sinaloa, Officials Say
A major Mexican security operation in Sinaloa set off a wave of speculation that Aureliano Guzmán Loera, better known as 'El Guano' and identified as a brother of Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán, had been captured.
Latin Times
4 min read
Virginia court puts pause on voter-passed congressional maps boosting Democrats
Move comes one day after voters approved the maps, leading state attorney general to vow office will appeal
The Guardian - US
3 min read
How to find a career you love – for gen Z and everyone else: ‘You don’t want your life’s compass to be dread’
In her new book, New York Times investigative journalist Jodi Kantor has set her mind to helping young people find their life’s work. What should they, or anyone else who feels lost and overwhelmed right now, do to get started?
The Guardian - UK
12 min read
Trump hints at talks in 72 hours even as Iran seizes 2 ships
President Donald Trump changed his aggressive stance on Iran and extended the ceasefire indefinitely, even as Iran’s Revolutionary Guard on Wednesday fired on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, seized two of them and was bringing them to Iran, according to Iranian media.
The Times of India
2 min read
James Valentine death: Veteran ABC radio host and musician dies aged 64
Prime minister Anthony Albanese says Australia has ‘lost a national treasure’
The Independent UK
6 min read
Brazil's PCC prison gang is becoming a global cocaine powerhouse, with reach into Europe and the U.S
A gang born in Brazil's brutal prison system is no longer just a domestic security threat. The Primeiro Comando da Capital, or PCC, has evolved into a sprawling transnational criminal organization that prosecutors, U.S. officials and recent international reporting say is reshaping cocaine routes from South America to Europe and…
Latin Times
6 min read
Landlords illegally advertising for ‘Muslim only’ or ‘Hindu only’ tenants in London
TOI Correspondent from London: Private landlords are illegally advertising for “Muslim only” and “Hindu only” tenants across London, an investigation by the Daily Telegraph has found.
The Times of India
3 min read
ICE Arrests Wife Of US Army Sergeant During Immigration Appointment – What Changed?
ICE detained the wife of a US Army sergeant during an immigration appointment, raising concerns over policy changes affecting military families. The incident underscores tensions between enforcement and discretion
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Democrats fume about their old age "liability problem"
Said one House Democrat: "The question is going to come back, 'Why are you running again?'"
Axios
5 min read
UCLA Students Protest FedSoc Event With DHS General Counsel James Percival
"Why'd you invite Nazis? Jew to Jew, Shame on You."
Reason
4 min read
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Virginia Redistricting Fight Erupts After Conservative Judge Voids Referendum, AOC Accuses Republicans of Hypocrisy
A political firestorm is unfolding in Virginia after a Republican-appointed judge struck down a Democratic-backed redistricting amendment, invalidating the results of a closely watched special election and setting up a high-stakes legal battle that could ripple far beyond the state.
Latin Times
6 min read
"Sotomayor Drops The Ball on Obamacare" And The Shadow Docket
A flashback to New Year's Eve 2013 in Chapter 15 of "Unraveled."
Reason
21 min read
Pete Hegseth fires U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan
"Phelan didn't understand he wasn't the boss," one person told Axios.
Axios
3 min read
Injunction Against Publicly Identifying Pseudonymous Litigants Is Content-Based Prior Restraint,
and thus presumptively a First Amendment violation (though here the presumption was rebutted by national security interests).
Reason
5 min read
Fourth Circuit Upholds Injunction Against Disclosing Names of Perceived Afghan Collaborators
The order came in a peculiar context—a civil lawsuit over the custody of a child born in Afghanistan—but its logic extends further.
Reason
6 min read
Trump's redistricting war leaves Republicans worse off
Virginia's vote pushed the House math further against the GOP.
Axios
4 min read
Claudia Sheinbaum Says Mexico Does Not Accept Foreign Operations on Its Soil After Death of Alleged CIA Agents in Chihuahua
President Claudia Sheinbaum said April 22 during her morning press conference that the Interior Ministry is investigating the case, as the federal government had not been informed of the presence of the two foreign nationals in the operation.
Latin Times
3 min read
Laura Loomer Loses Defamation Suit Against Bill Maher Over "Who's Trump Fucking? … Might Be Laura Loomer" Lines
From today's decision by Judge James S. Moody, Jr. (M.D. Fla.) in Loomer v. Maher: Plaintiff Laura Loomer is a… The post Laura Loomer Loses Defamation Suit Against Bill Maher Over "Who's Trump Fucking? … Might Be Laura Loomer" Lines appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
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To be human is to live with friction. That’s something AI boosters will never understand
We’re being sold a world where there’s no room for reflection or spontaneity. This is the Black Mirror stage of capitalism, says Alexander Hurst, who writes for Guardian Europe from Paris
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
OPINION - Jeremy Corbyn: Why I'm supporting independents to defeat Labour in London on May 7
The Your Party leader says the local elections will ‘show what happens when the Left comes together’ as he reveals why he’s backing pro-Gaza independent candidates in Labour’s London heartlands
Evening Standard
7 min read
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With his Bible readings, Trump is doubling down on his God complex. Somehow, evangelical Christians are buying it
The US president’s Bible reading is a desperate plea to the one group that seemingly hasn’t deserted him – yet, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
A catastrophic climate event is upon us. Here is why you’ve heard so little about it
Scientists say a crucial Atlantic system is set to collapse. But the billionaire death cult that steers humanity’s destiny just doesn’t do existential crises, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
What have I done? I forced my kid to listen to Usha Vance’s podcast - now she’s a fan
The second lady has launched a serviceable children’s podcast. That seems strategic given JD Vance’s potential presidential run
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Trump taught us to prioritize our own wallets. Now he’s paying the price
The reckless Iran war shows up for most Americans as a number at a gas pump, not as images or moral reckoning
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Mark Butler’s NDIS cuts will force people with disabilities like mine to withdraw from society
The inclusive world disability advocates fought so hard for is being torn apart by ruthless, ableist bureaucracy
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
The Guardian view on blaming the civil service: the predictable refuge of failing governments
Editorial: Whitehall has its flaws, but reform can only be successful in a climate of trust, not fear
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
The Guardian view on the Vatican v the White House: Pope Leo is carrying on Francis’s good work
Editorial: The pontiff’s criticisms of Donald Trump’s illegal war in Iran indicate a welcome resolve to follow in his predecessor’s footseps
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
I tried to do a press-up – and had an existential crisis
There’s nothing to make you feel old like finding out that something you used to do all the time is now completely beyond you, writes Adrian Chiles
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
'Hearth and Hamlet' Brings Relaxing Kingdom-Building Adventure to 'Stardew Valley' Fans
Cozy indie game "Hearth and Hamlet" features Stardew Valley-style relaxation with medieval city-building, letting players grow a village into a magical kingdom.
Player One
3 min read
Netflix’s New 'Stranger Things' Spinoff Brings Back The Missing Magic
'Tales From '85' is a delightful animated series, as long as you don't think about it too hard.
Inverse
4 min read
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Daily Guess The Famous Person Game #038 (Apr 23, 2026)
How well do you know famous people? Test your knowledge with today's (Apr 23, 2026) Guess the Famous Person game. Can you identify the mystery figure from the clues?
Bored Panda
2 min read
'Pokémon GO' Brings PvP Battles in Preview Cup With New Experimental Features
Pokémon GO is back with the PvP battles that will make their return with the latest launch of the Preview Cup (Experimental).
Player One
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“How Difficult Could It Really Be?”: Try Answering 25 Tough SAT-Style Questions
Whether you’re a student, a lifelong learner, or just someone who enjoys a bit of a brain teaser now and then, we can all use a brain workout sometimes. That’s why we prepared this SAT-style challenge. In this quiz, you’ll tackle English and math questions inspired by the real SAT…
Bored Panda
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'Fortnite' x 'Ben 10' Teaser Confirms Upcoming Crossover—Here's What to Expect
Fortnite has teased the upcoming Ben 10 crossover that is coming to the game. But which characters are coming to the game?
Player One
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35 Years Ago, Star Trek Dropped An Absurd Twist It Didn’t Even Need
35 years later, let's talk about that Robin Hood moment on 'Star Trek: The Next Generation.' Is this a classic episode? Or a missed opportunity?
Inverse
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2026's Most Surprising Video Game Movie Hit Is Quietly Changing The Industry
Iron Lung, Markiplier's wildly successful self-distributed indie horror movie, has a plan for home release that could drastically shake up the industry.
Inverse
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The DCU's Next Film Teases A Shocking Body Horror Twist
'Clayface' brings horror to the DC Universe — and gives us our first look at the new Gotham.
Inverse
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Danielle Cage? 7 Years Later, 'Daredevil: Born Again' Settles An Unresolved Netflix Plot
Jessica Jones' appearance in last night's episode of 'Daredevil: Born Again' reveals the private investigator has a daughter with Luke Cage.
Inverse
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How Princess Diana's Revenge Dress Redefined Royal Trends and Became One of Fashion's Iconic Moments
From scandal to style, Princess Diana's revenge dress changed royal trends and became one of the most iconic fashion moments.
Fashion Times
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Sunday Rose's Prom Look Goes Viral, Setting the Tone for Celebrity Kids Fashion and Prom Trends 2026
Sunday Rose's elegant prom look highlights the rise of celebrity kids fashion and the biggest Prom trends 2026.
Fashion Times
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Has the world grown weary of art biennials? In search of an antidote, a Portuguese festival turns to anarchism
Art festivals around the globe have been accused of clearing a path for monied elites to take over. But the city of Coimbra has more radical ambitions
The Guardian - UK
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Inside Coachella 2026: Karol G's Style Proves Coachella Fashion Tells a Story
Karol G's Coachella 2026 outfits show how Coachella fashion is evolving into a form of storytelling.
Fashion Times
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Met Gala 2026 Fashion Is Art Explained Through Celebrity Style and Met Gala Dress Code Rules
Learn how the 2026 Met Gala theme influences celebrity style and the role of Met Gala dress code rules.
Fashion Times
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What late-night snacking and stress could mean for your gut health
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The Independent UK
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Coachella Fashion 2026 Recap: Why Weekend 2 Felt Meh and the Celebrity Looks That Still Delivered
See which celebrity looks stood out at Coachella 2026 despite a quieter Weekend 2 fashion scene.
Fashion Times
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Super foamy sneakers are everywhere. How do they stack up?
Light as a feather and bouncy as a marshmallow, cushioned shoes have gone from marathons to daily commutes
The Guardian - AU
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Claudia Winkleman is a national treasure of British TV – so why has her chat show failed to catch light?
COMMENT: Many gladiators have entered the chat show arena and eaten dust. Winkleman may be down, writes Patrick Smith, but she’s definitely not out
The Independent UK
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You be the judge: my partner’s hair cream is toxic for our pets. Should he give it up?
Steven uses a mousse to prevent his hair thinning, but Mabel thinks it’s risky for their cat and dog. Whose argument contains a strand of truth?
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Bread and Carbohydrates May Quietly Change Metabolism and Energy Expenditure Leading to Hidden Fat Gain
Discover how bread and refined carbohydrates may alter metabolism, lower energy expenditure, and promote fat gain without extra calories, based on surprising new mouse research.
Medical Daily
9 min read
Scientists Link GDF‑15 From the Placenta to Severe Nausea and Hyperemesis Gravidarum in Pregnancy
Discover how GDF‑15 from the placenta drives pregnancy hormones linked to severe nausea and hyperemesis gravidarum, and how new research may transform understanding and care.
Medical Daily
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Preventive Care for Busy Schedules with Essential Checkups, Vaccines, and Screenings
Stay healthy with preventive care tips for busy schedules including essential checkups vaccines and screenings to detect issues early and avoid long term health risks.
Medical Daily
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Cancer cases reach record level as UK population ages
Cancer Research UK warned that NHS services are struggling to cope with rising demand
Evening Standard
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How stress and late night snacking could be ruining your gut health
Study found stress and late night snacking increased risk of bowel problems
The Independent UK
2 min read
Cancer cases hit record high in UK as NHS buckles under worst ever waiting times
One person is diagnosed with cancer every 80 seconds in Britain, according to Cancer Research UK
The Independent UK
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Alarm as thousands of patients in England waited over three days for treatment in A&E last year
Thousands of patients waited for over three days in A&E in England last year
The Independent UK
4 min read
Six-year-old girl has vision restored after first-of-its-kind NHS eye gene therapy
Saffie Sandford was diagnosed with the rare condition Leber’s Congenital Amaurosis (LCA) that affects vision in low light
The Independent UK
5 min read
Your organ donation could be delivered by a NASA drone one day
13 people die waiting for a transplant every day in the U.S.
The Independent UK
4 min read
Lewis Moody plans 500-mile cycle challenge for Doddie Weir’s MND charity
Other rugby stars, family and friends will join him on the journey this June.
Evening Standard
4 min read
Mike Vrabel to Seek Counseling Following Dianna Russini Fallout, Miss Draft Day 3
Mike Vrable will seek counseling amid the fallout from Dianna Russini photos. He’ll be away from the New England Patriots on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Sports Illustrated
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Jalen Williams Injury vs. Suns Shows Thunder Are Still Dominant, but Not Invincible
Williams injured his left hamstring during the Thunder’s Game 2 win over the Suns. Oklahoma City showed it isn’t invincible.
Sports Illustrated
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'Dealerships Just Have My Social Security Number?': Woman Goes Car Shopping But Doesn’t Buy. Then The Phone Rings
A woman says she recently learned something that put her off car dealerships forever. Now she’s determined to "buy private" from now on.
Motor1
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People Have Figured Out How to Track The Lowest Gas Prices Near You
Even motorcyclists are having a hard time filling up at the pump these days, but this new gas price tracker tool might save you some cold, hard cash.
RideApart
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Three Takeaways As Pistons Bounce Back With Game 2 Win Over Magic for First Home Playoff Win Since 2008
The top-seeded Pistons got a much-needed win after they dropped their first game against Orlando.
Sports Illustrated
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NASCAR official explains overtime decisions at Kansas
The Cody Ware and Christopher Bell spins were different from each other
Motorsport
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There's a Big Claim That This EV Company's 'Solid State' Motorcycle Battery Is Built On Lies
A new report by a supposed whistleblower claims that Donut Labs' new solid-state battery and its specs 'have not been achieved.' And that the press and pomp and circumstance behind it are false marketing.
RideApart
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Three Takeaways on the Mets Finally Breaking Their 12-Game Losing Streak
The Mets finally broke their long losing streak with a win over the Twins. Juan Soto returned, Mark Vientos found redemption and Francisco Lindor was forced to leave the game early.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Lamine Yamal at Risk of Missing 2026 World Cup After Brutal Injury—Report
The 2026 World Cup could potentially be bereft of one of the best players in the world.
Sports Illustrated
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'Don't Know Whether To Cry Or Laugh': Transmission Light Comes On In Woman's Kia. Then She Trades It In
Two hours before a woman was supposed to trade in her Kia, she sat behind the wheel, watching the dashboard light up and feeling the engine start to shake. What should have been a routine hand-off before taking possession of a new car suddenly looked like a deal that was…
Motor1
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Europe’s EV Sales Surge Is Leaving The U.S. In The Dust
EVs are now keeping Europe’s car industry in the green, charging forward with double-digit increases in the first quarter.
InsideEVs
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Jim VandeHei: A letter to our kids on handling the coming hurricane of change
The Axios CEO has a different, brighter way to think about this moment.
Axios
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Rivian Has Started R2 Production. Customer Deliveries Are 'On Track' For This Spring
Production of the long-awaited Rivian R2 is officially underway in Normal, Illinois. Deliveries are 'on track' for later this spring.
InsideEVs
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Anthropic: No "kill switch" for AI in classified settings
Anthropic says it has no way to control or shut down its AI models once they're deployed by the Pentagon, according to a new court filing.
Axios
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Tesla Says It Will Need To Build Micro Factories To Retrofit Old Cars For FSD
Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed that Hardware 3-equipped cars will not be able to achieve Full Self-Driving without upgrades on Tesla's mini assembly lines.
InsideEVs
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'For Parents': How Chinese Buyers See American And European Cars
Chinese car buyers are shunning legacy brands, saying that they're 'for parents' as they turn towards newer EV startups.
InsideEVs
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The BMW iX3 Is One Of The Best EVs Ever, But It’s Not Perfect. Here Are Three Things I Didn't Like
The BMW iX3 gets the big stuff spectacularly right, especially its remarkable efficiency, though some compromises remain. Here's what I liked and didn't like.
InsideEVs
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Hyundai Is Upping Its EV Warranty Over A Common Failure. But Many Owners Are Still Upset
Hyundai's well-documented ICCU failures are mounting and have pushed the automaker to increase the warranty of the part to a whopping 15 years and 180,000 miles
InsideEVs
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2027 BMW i7 Gets 350 Miles Of Range And Quicker Charging Thanks To New Batteries
All new BMW 7 Series trims are now software-defined, with faster computers and zonal architecture.
InsideEVs
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Smart’s Tiny Two-Door EV Is Back
It’s now called the Smart #2, and it promises a lot more range than the previous-generation Fortwo EV.
InsideEVs
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Simple change in food handling process can cut exposure to toxic plastic chemicals by half
Levels of plastic chemicals phthalates and bisphenols could be cut by about 50 per cent with intervention
The Independent UK
5 min read
Giant Greek volcano thought dormant for 100,000 years is actually steadily accumulating magma
Findings could change how we view dormant volcanoes, scientists say
The Independent UK
4 min read
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Scientists found a mysterious ‘golden orb’ two miles beneath the surface of the ocean. Now they’ve worked out what it is
Sorry, but it’s not an extraterrestrial egg...
The Independent UK
4 min read
From 'Starfield' to Artemis: designing moonbases in games and reality
Looking at the best games for building lunar settlements, and how they compare to NASA's real-life plans for Artemis Base Camp.
Space
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As 'Star Fox Zero' turns 10, here's why the sci-fi rail shooter series deserves a comeback
Do a barrel roll!
Space
6 min read
Rocket Lab launches Japanese 'origami' satellite, 7 other spacecraft to orbit (photos)
Rocket Lab launched eight Japanese satellites to orbit on Wednesday night (April 22), including one that features an origami-folded antenna.
Space
2 min read
Giant invasive toads in Japan are rapidly getting bigger and scientists don’t know why
Researchers say findings challenge idea that evolutionary change happens at a glacially slow pace
The Independent UK
3 min read
NASA still confident that Artemis astronauts will land on the moon in 2028 despite spacesuit delays
NASA says it's confident that new spacesuits will be ready for a moon landing in 2028, even though a new report raises the possibility of a multiyear delay.
Space
8 min read
Happy Earth Day! Celebrate with these amazing photos of our planet from space, from Apollo 8 to Artemis 2
This Earth Day, we reflect on our home planet and look at Earth from space through history.
Space
5 min read
AI-powered robot beats elite table tennis players
In feat hailed as milestone in robotics, Sony AI’s Ace wins three out of five matches played under official rules
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
When the AI Cloud Comes for Texas Water
Legislators are (sort of) beginning to grapple with the grim costs that come with the state’s data center boom.
Texas Observer
9 min read
One ship, three deaths: the shocking truth behind working conditions on a Chinese fishing vessel
Damning testimony from the crew of one longline tuna-fishing boat has lifted the lid on the treatment of workers in the fleets supplying fish to the UK and EU
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
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Use of toxic Pfas in consumer goods must be urgently restricted, MPs say
Commons committee heard from residents of Yorkshire town with the highest levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in UK
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Country diary: A tree can define a landscape – even when it has fallen
The Marches, Shropshire: Recently I had wondered how long this great lime would stay standing. The next day, I had my answer
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Why chicken farms’ reliance on cheap imported soya bean is risky business
Letter: Ruth Tanner sets out the wider environmental and economic ramifications of factory-farmed poultry in response to a letter on chicken feed
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
There is no justification for the expansion of North Sea gas
Letters: Responding to an article by Nils Pratley, Simon Oldridge writes that the climate risk would outweigh paltry returns from new licensing, while Alex Chapman says Britain’s projected demand is often overstated
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Window to tackle Europe’s global heating deaths closing, experts warn
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Heat killed 62,000 people across Europe in 2024, and deaths related to extreme temperatures rose in nearly every part of the continent over the past decade, a new report has found.
Radio France Internationale
5 min read
EU plans to cut electricity taxes to shield households from Iran war energy crisis
Brussels will relax state aid rules to allow member countries to offer ‘targeted and temporary’ support
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Stern warning: one man’s mission to clear the rotting boats poisoning Cornwall’s creeks
Unwanted vessels left to decay release fibreglass shards into the water, harming marine life. Steve Green – with his trusty van Cecil – is determined to clean things up
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
'Elvis of birds': clue found in hunt for elusive parrot
Researchers are racing against time to find and protect a critically endangered parrot after a decade-long search led to audio of the rare bird's call.
AAP
3 min read
A fashion-lover’s guide to Antwerp, Europe’s alternative style capital
In the 1980s ‘the Antwerp Six’ put Flanders on the fashion map. Now a major new exhibition celebrates the designers’ legacy and provides the perfect excuse to visit Belgium’s vibrant second city
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
This country house hotel just outside of London is the perfect rural weekend escape
HOTELS: The Grove is one of the UK’s most Instagrammed hotels, but what is it like in the flesh? Lizzie Edmonds and her family check in to the Hertfordshire hotel to find out
The Independent UK
6 min read
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‘The horror – 14 alarms in the morning’: backpacker hostels evolve as young people seek privacy over packed dorms
Out with wild parties, in with soft lighting and wellness centres. Welcome to the new age of backpacking
The Guardian - AU
6 min read
Forget 'new year, new me' – I went surfing instead
From learning to surf on Desroches Island to quiet wellness moments on Mahé, saying yes to what feels good turned out to be the best resolution of all
Evening Standard
11 min read
Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th birthday is a great excuse to explore the Sussex forest that inspired the books
To mark the anniversary there are dozens of events planned around Ashdown Forest (aka the Hundred Acre Wood) – and, of course, playing Pooh Sticks is always a good idea
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
5 Things You Need To Know Before Visiting Singapore From Hotspots To Essential Food Experiences
Singapore is so much more than a stopover city and it's time we stopped treating it as one.
Pedestrian.tv
13 min read
Tell us: have your holiday plans changed in light of recent world events?
If you’ve changed your holiday plans, we’d like to hear from you
The Guardian - UK
1 min read
How to holiday as a single-parent family? A back-to-nature retreat in west Wales worked for us
Tucked away in a remote valley, these cosy off-grid cabins come with a wild-swimming pond, loads of wildlife and a farm where kids can run free
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Share a tip on your favourite beach bar or restaurant in Europe, including the UK
Tell us about a great place to eat or drink on the beach – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
Where to find Scotland’s best seafood. Clue: these places are just metres from the water
The Highlands and Islands are rightly lauded for their superb seafood – but these days it’s not reserved for fine dining and can be found at the simplest waterside shacks and inns
The Guardian - UK
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