Afghanistan War (2001- ) Jul 23, 2026 Why I Sought Out a Taliban Commander I Had Fought First as a Marine and then as a journalist, I spent years tied to Afghanistan. I returned one last time to speak to a former enemy in search of answers, and perhaps closure. Why I Sought Out a Taliban Commander I Had Fought First as a Marine and then as a journalist, I spent years tied to Afghanistan. I returned one last time to speak to a former enemy in search of answers, and perhaps closure. See more
Jeffrey Epstein Jul 27, 2026 Blanche-led DoJ likely to derail Epstein survivors’ pursuit of justice, experts say Lawyers predict ‘more suppression and no active investigations’ but victims’ groups determined to continue fightAs Donald Trump’s former defense lawyer Todd... Blanche-led DoJ likely to derail Epstein survivors’ pursuit of justice, experts say Lawyers predict ‘more suppression and no active investigations’ but victims’ groups determined to continue fightAs Donald Trump’s former defense lawyer Todd... Share
NHS Jul 27, 2026 Alarm at NHS patient records being put under control of US private equity firm Doctors and MPs urge more scrutiny of £300m deal for company behind system used by most GPs in EnglandUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest... Alarm at NHS patient records being put under control of US private equity firm Doctors and MPs urge more scrutiny of £300m deal for company behind system used by most GPs in EnglandUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest... Share
Charli xcx Jul 27, 2026 Charli xcx portrait added to National Portrait Gallery collection Pop star is celebrated as ‘one of the defining cultural figures of her generation’ by gallery, which acquires Brat-era portrait by Harley WeirA portrait of C... Charli xcx portrait added to National Portrait Gallery collection Pop star is celebrated as ‘one of the defining cultural figures of her generation’ by gallery, which acquires Brat-era portrait by Harley WeirA portrait of C... Share
Commonwealth Games 2026 Jul 27, 2026 Commonwealth Games 2026: athletics begins, plus swimming and gymnastics on day four – live Live updates from Monday’s action around GlasgowLatest medal table | Follow us on TikTok | Mail TahaSwimming: It’s the men’s 200m butterfly heats, and Englan... Commonwealth Games 2026: athletics begins, plus swimming and gymnastics on day four – live Live updates from Monday’s action around GlasgowLatest medal table | Follow us on TikTok | Mail TahaSwimming: It’s the men’s 200m butterfly heats, and Englan... Share
India Jul 27, 2026 Here’s why India’s cockroach protests were such a success – and why the Mamdani effect means more to come | Mukul Kesavan The young leaders are eloquent and organised – and now they know what victory looks like. That could be a huge headache for Narendra ModiThe rebellion in Ind... Here’s why India’s cockroach protests were such a success – and why the Mamdani effect means more to come | Mukul Kesavan The young leaders are eloquent and organised – and now they know what victory looks like. That could be a huge headache for Narendra ModiThe rebellion in Ind... Share
The Odyssey Jul 27, 2026 Unauthorised version of Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey shared on X A high-quality pirated version of the summer’s hit movie was leaked on Elon Musk’s X platform and viewed more than 3m times before being removed A leaked cop... Unauthorised version of Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey shared on X A high-quality pirated version of the summer’s hit movie was leaked on Elon Musk’s X platform and viewed more than 3m times before being removed A leaked cop... Share
Bill Oddie Jul 27, 2026 Bill Oddie, naturalist and broadcaster, dies aged 85 Coming to fame in The Goodies, Oddie was later known for his wildlife expertise and presented BBC SpringwatchThe writer, comedian and conservationist Bill Od... Bill Oddie, naturalist and broadcaster, dies aged 85 Coming to fame in The Goodies, Oddie was later known for his wildlife expertise and presented BBC SpringwatchThe writer, comedian and conservationist Bill Od... Share
Germany Jul 27, 2026 Even Before Attack, Berlin’s Gay Community Felt ‘More and More Unsafe’ The killing of a woman in what officials called an act of Islamist terrorism rattled a community that has seen a surge in threats, including from the far right. Even Before Attack, Berlin’s Gay Community Felt ‘More and More Unsafe’ The killing of a woman in what officials called an act of Islamist terrorism rattled a community that has seen a surge in threats, including from the far right. Share
Terrorism Jul 27, 2026 Berlin Pride Attack Suspect Tried to Join ISIS, Prosecutors Say The man was sentenced to prison for preparing a serious act of violence against the state but released from detention in May. Berlin Pride Attack Suspect Tried to Join ISIS, Prosecutors Say The man was sentenced to prison for preparing a serious act of violence against the state but released from detention in May. Share
War and Armed Conflicts Jul 27, 2026 How the Iran-Backed Houthis Cornered Saudi Arabia Into a New Conflict The Iran-backed Houthis have seized on a vulnerable moment for Saudi Arabia, which is reluctant to enter another war, to try to force political concessions i... How the Iran-Backed Houthis Cornered Saudi Arabia Into a New Conflict The Iran-backed Houthis have seized on a vulnerable moment for Saudi Arabia, which is reluctant to enter another war, to try to force political concessions i... Share
Oil Jul 27, 2026 Oil prices fall as US pauses strikes on Iran over strait of Hormuz Brent crude drops 6% to below $91 a barrel, while shares in energy firms BP and Shell slide on FTSE 100Business live – latest updatesOil prices have dropped... Oil prices fall as US pauses strikes on Iran over strait of Hormuz Brent crude drops 6% to below $91 a barrel, while shares in energy firms BP and Shell slide on FTSE 100Business live – latest updatesOil prices have dropped... Share
Football Jul 27, 2026 Football transfer rumours: Arsenal and Liverpool battle it out for Bradley Barcola? Today’s rumours are back with a vengeanceLike baggy trousers, small sunglasses and leopard print, transfer rumours are back in a big way. And there can be no... Football transfer rumours: Arsenal and Liverpool battle it out for Bradley Barcola? Today’s rumours are back with a vengeanceLike baggy trousers, small sunglasses and leopard print, transfer rumours are back in a big way. And there can be no... Share
