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Friday 25 September 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Dance classes terrify me – but taking four in one weekend is a revelation
Dance classes often evoke anxiety in adults, a far cry from the carefree days of childhood. Melbourne's Rising festival provided an opportunity to rekindle this lost joy. By taking four dance classes in one weekend, a sense of liberation was…
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A lawsuit filed by the town of Ocilla, Georgia, is challenging a plan to convert a warehouse into a large immigration detention center. The facility, which would be operated by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), has sparked opposition from…
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Colombia's presidential election has taken a significant turn with far-right candidate Espriella winning the first round of voting. Espriella, a lawyer and admirer of former US President Donald Trump, has risen rapidly in the polls. His campaign focused on law…
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European leaders condemn Israel’s deepening incursion into Lebanon
European leaders have condemned Israel's deepening incursion into Lebanon, sparking renewed concerns about regional stability. France has requested an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council to address the situation. The Israeli military has captured the medieval Beaufort castle, a…
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Ministers say a new modernisation bill could reduce A&E visits by 20,000 annually by requiring GPs and hospitals in England to share patient data. The proposed legislation aims to improve patient care by reducing errors and duplication of tests. Currently,…
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A recent poll has shown One Nation surpassing Labor in Australia, marking a significant shift in the country's political landscape. The poll's results indicate a notable increase in support for One Nation, while Labor's popularity has waned. This development comes…
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Lead prosecutor withdraws from criminal case against James Comey
The US Department of Justice has filed a notice replacing lead prosecutor Matthew Petracca with Timothy Severo in the criminal case against former FBI director James Comey. Comey is being prosecuted over a tweet referencing '86 47', a phrase related…
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KSI, a popular British YouTuber and Britain's Got Talent judge, has announced his departure from Sidemen, a collective of YouTube personalities he co-founded in 2013. Sidemen is known for its comedic and challenge-based content, often featuring its members participating in…
Sunday 31 May 2026
23:30
The UK government has introduced a new bill aimed at protecting victims of domestic abuse and reforming the right-to-buy scheme in England. Social housing landlords will be granted powers to evict perpetrators of domestic abuse, providing greater safety for victims.…
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Morning Mail: A Hecs debt tweak that could save billions; Israel seizes Lebanon castle; the rise of AI fashion models
Australia's Hecs debt system is under scrutiny, with a federal MP arguing it is "broken" and in need of reform. The current system can see students paying back debts long after they have been written off, resulting in unnecessary payments.…
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California has reported one of the largest drops in homelessness in the past year, with new data from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) showing a significant decrease. The state's efforts to address homelessness, led by Governor…
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Family visitation has been partially restored at the New Jersey ICE facility, following a week of protests. The protests began after visitation rights were suspended due to a hunger strike by detainees. The hunger strike, which started last week, was…
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Embarrassing WhatsApps, but no vetting report: what will be in the new release of Mandelson files?
The Cabinet Office is set to release over 1,000 pages of documents related to the appointment of Lord Mandelson as a UK representative to the US. The documents are part of a larger cache of files known as the Mandelson…
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US Senator Cory Booker has expressed concerns about Graham Platner's bid for the Senate. Platner's campaign has been marred by controversy after leaked texts appeared to show him sending sexually explicit messages to other women. Platner's wife has acknowledged the…
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Papers to be published on Monday will reveal that security concerns over a US appointment were not adequately mitigated, contrary to assurances from senior Whitehall officials. The documents, related to Lord Mandelson's tenure, suggest that these concerns were not fully…
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Meta legal action forces Facebook whistleblower to sit in silence at Hay festival
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has taken legal action against Sarah Wynn-Williams, a former Facebook content moderator turned whistleblower. Wynn-Williams was scheduled to speak at the Hay festival, a prominent literary event in the UK. However, she remained silent…
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A 27-year-old man has been arrested following an incident in Downpatrick where a police officer was hit by a stolen police vehicle. The officer was struck on Tuesday and an attempted murder investigation has been launched. The Police Service of…
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The release of Alan Milburn's report has sparked concern about the rising number of young people not in education, employment or training. This demographic, often referred to as NEETs, has been a longstanding issue in the UK. The report highlights…
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Excavations casting light on stone age life | Letters
Prof Martin K Jones has highlighted that La Brea in Los Angeles is not the only urban, active ice age excavation site globally. His letter draws attention to other significant sites, such as the Mary Rose excavations in Portsmouth, UK.…
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A letter to the editor highlights the decline of wildlife in childhood experiences. Born in 1949, the writer recalls observing hedgehogs, foxes, rabbits, hares, butterflies, and weasels during their youth. This diversity of wildlife was once a common part of…