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Friday 25 September 2026 · London Updated hourly · The Guardian source
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Friday 22 May 2026
01:01
Society
Melanoma skin cancer cases in UK hit record level, analysis finds
Cancer Research UK has reported a record number of melanoma skin cancer cases in the UK. More than 20,000 people were diagnosed with the disease in a single year for the first time. Melanoma is the most serious form of…
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00:56
Media
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Guardian journalists win across categories at Press Awards in London
Guardian journalists have taken top honors at the Press Awards in London, with Pippa Crerar winning Political Editor of the Year. Crerar's reporting on UK politics was recognized for its excellence. Simon Hattenstone was named Feature Writer of the Year,…
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Thursday 21 May 2026
22:24
Technology
Spotify and Universal Music agree deal to let subscribers create AI remixes
Spotify and Universal Music have reached a licensing agreement that enables subscribers to create AI-generated remixes of songs. This deal marks the first time a major streaming platform has allowed users to produce content using artificial intelligence. Universal Music's vast…
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22:22
US news
Trump says he will ‘try and make’ son’s wedding, but timing is ‘not good’ for him
US President Donald Trump has expressed uncertainty about attending his son Donald Trump Jr's wedding, citing pressing international matters. Trump mentioned "a thing called Iran" as a significant concern requiring his attention. The president's schedule is likely to be impacted…
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22:00
Australia news
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Feral horse numbers surge in Kosciuszko national park after pause in aerial culling, survey shows
Feral horse numbers have increased significantly in Kosciuszko national park, following a pause in aerial culling. A recent survey found the population has surged, prompting concerns from conservationists. The park is home to a diverse range of native species, and…
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21:51
US news
What’s in the Democrats’ 2024 election autopsy report, and what’s left out?
The Democratic Party has released its 2024 election autopsy report, a post-mortem analysis of the party's performance in the last election. The report highlights significant shortcomings in spending, media strategy, and organizing efforts, which contributed to the party's defeat. It…
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21:38
US news
Designs for 250ft arch in Washington approved by panel of Trump appointees
A panel of Trump appointees has approved designs for a 250ft arch in Washington, a key step forward for the project. The arch, dubbed the 'Arc de Trump', will be located near Arlington National Cemetery. This national cemetery is the…
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21:06
US news
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Trump is supporting Spencer Pratt in the LA mayor’s race. It may be a poisoned pill
Former US President Donald Trump has endorsed reality TV star Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral election. Trump described Pratt as a "big Maga person" in a post on social media. Pratt, known for his appearances on The Hills,…
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20:53
Society
What is the updated EHRC code of practice about and how does it apply?
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has published an updated code of practice, providing guidance on the Equality Act 2010. This revision is particularly notable for its inclusion of guidance on single-sex spaces, a topic of ongoing debate. The…
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20:39
Society
Domestic abuse law fails to recognise danger of tech abuse, Lords committee told
The Domestic Abuse Act has been criticized for failing to adequately address the growing threat of tech-facilitated abuse. Jen Reed, a policy adviser, testified before a Lords committee that technology is increasingly being used to control and manipulate victims. This…
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19:54
Politics
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Senior civil servants to get bonuses for first time to reward ‘doers, not talkers’
The UK government has announced plans to introduce performance-related bonuses for senior civil servants. This move is part of a broader effort to reform the civil service, focusing on rewarding tangible results rather than just attendance or seniority. Senior staff…
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19:54
US news
US supreme court dismisses Alabama’s bid to execute intellectually disabled man
The US supreme court has dismissed Alabama's bid to execute a man convicted of murder, upholding a lower court's ruling that he is intellectually disabled. The inmate, whose name has not been released, was sentenced to death for a murder…
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19:53
UK news
Met Palantir row gets to heart of how public services should use AI
The Metropolitan Police Service, the UK's largest police force, has faced criticism for its partnership with Palantir, a US-based data analytics company. Palantir provides software used for data integration and analysis, which the Met says is essential for its operations.…
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19:49
Politics
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Prospect of Labour leadership race brings out different sides of rivals
Labour's potential leadership race has sparked intriguing developments, with Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting defying traditional left-right categorizations. Burnham, often seen as a figure of the party's left, has adopted a pragmatic stance on key issues. Meanwhile, Streeting, viewed as…
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19:41
Global development
Ebola: US ban on travellers from DRC, Uganda or South Sudan ‘not the solution’
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has criticized the US ban on travellers from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan due to Ebola concerns. This ban, the organization argues, is not an effective…
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19:34
World news
Turkish court rules to remove head of main opposition party
Turkey's main opposition party, the Republican People's Party (CHP), has been dealt a significant blow after a court ruled to remove its leader, Özgür Özel. The decision annuls the 2023 leadership contest that saw Özel elected as chairman. This move…
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19:33
US news
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Jeffrey Epstein assistant fiercely denies she was an accomplice and claims he abused her
Sarah Kellen, a former assistant to Jeffrey Epstein, testified before lawmakers, denying allegations that she was an accomplice to his crimes. Epstein, a convicted sex offender, was found dead in his prison cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal…
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19:33
Politics
Diplomat who abruptly left Washington embassy was honoured by the king
King Charles has conferred a Lieutenant of the Royal Victorian Order (LVO) on James Roscoe, a diplomat who recently left his post at the British embassy in Washington. Roscoe had been serving as the chargé d'affaires, effectively the acting ambassador,…
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19:22
Media
Tui ends sponsorship of Married at First Sight after sexual misconduct allegations
Tui has ended its sponsorship of the reality TV show Married at First Sight following allegations of sexual misconduct. The decision comes after a BBC Panorama investigation revealed claims by three women against their on-screen husbands. The women alleged they…
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19:16
Technology
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Philip Kraven obituary
Philip Kraven, a veteran IT specialist in the oil industry, has passed away. Kraven began his career as a geophysicist, applying his knowledge of the Earth's physical properties to the search for oil and gas. He later transitioned into IT,…
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