Iraq Apr 28, 2026 Iraq’s Prime Minister-Designate Thrust Into U.S.-Iran Power Struggle Ali al-Zaidi, a political unknown, has been tasked with forming a new coalition government. Now, he must grapple with growing U.S. pressure to curb Iranian influence over Iraq. Iraq’s Prime Minister-Designate Thrust Into U.S.-Iran Power Struggle Ali al-Zaidi, a political unknown, has been tasked with forming a new coalition government. Now, he must grapple with growing U.S. pressure to curb Iranian influence over Iraq. See more
Flooding Apr 29, 2026 Urban areas host 80% of England’s homes at high risk of flooding, study finds Exclusive: 839,000 homes in urban areas face threat of surface-water flooding, with social housing tenants most vulnerable to costsEight in 10 of the homes t... Urban areas host 80% of England’s homes at high risk of flooding, study finds Exclusive: 839,000 homes in urban areas face threat of surface-water flooding, with social housing tenants most vulnerable to costsEight in 10 of the homes t... Share
Disability Apr 29, 2026 ‘People assume we’re grifters’: disabled Britons report rise in abuse over blue badges Badge holders and carers report being harassed, filmed and threatened by strangers who think they are faking disabilityDisabled people who use blue badges to... ‘People assume we’re grifters’: disabled Britons report rise in abuse over blue badges Badge holders and carers report being harassed, filmed and threatened by strangers who think they are faking disabilityDisabled people who use blue badges to... Share
United States Politics and Government Apr 29, 2026 More Than 120 Foreign Leaders Have Addressed Congress. Not Many Have Been Kings. King Charles III became the 11th monarch to do so, and the first since King Abdullah II of Jordan in 2007. More Than 120 Foreign Leaders Have Addressed Congress. Not Many Have Been Kings. King Charles III became the 11th monarch to do so, and the first since King Abdullah II of Jordan in 2007. Share
Elections Apr 29, 2026 Takeaways From the California Governor Debate at Pomona College The candidates felt pressure to differentiate themselves, with ballots going out to voters next week. The result was a more spirited battle than past debates. Takeaways From the California Governor Debate at Pomona College The candidates felt pressure to differentiate themselves, with ballots going out to voters next week. The result was a more spirited battle than past debates. Share
New Zealand Apr 29, 2026 New Zealand officials reject ‘comfort women’ statue after objections from Japan Statue recognising Japan’s sexual slavery of up to 200,000 women in second world war will no longer be erected in AucklandNew Zealand officials rejected on W... New Zealand officials reject ‘comfort women’ statue after objections from Japan Statue recognising Japan’s sexual slavery of up to 200,000 women in second world war will no longer be erected in AucklandNew Zealand officials rejected on W... Share
Avalanches Apr 29, 2026 Avalanche deaths have surged in the Alps this season. Here’s why | Johan Gaume As an ex-pro snowboarder, I know the temptations of fresh snowfall. And as an avalanche researcher, I know how easily people can get into troubleMany avalanc... Avalanche deaths have surged in the Alps this season. Here’s why | Johan Gaume As an ex-pro snowboarder, I know the temptations of fresh snowfall. And as an avalanche researcher, I know how easily people can get into troubleMany avalanc... Share
Iran Apr 29, 2026 Marxists and monarchists: the group hoping to unite Iran’s exiled opposition Iran Freedom Congress, which has met in London, aims to be a ‘pluralist movement’ supporting those inside country“It’s an exercise that is necessary and fran... Marxists and monarchists: the group hoping to unite Iran’s exiled opposition Iran Freedom Congress, which has met in London, aims to be a ‘pluralist movement’ supporting those inside country“It’s an exercise that is necessary and fran... Share
Television & radio Apr 29, 2026 Widow’s Bay review – Matthew Rhys’ intoxicating comedy-horror is an absolute blast Mare of Easttown meets Schitt’s Creek in this rich, wonderful and laugh-out-loud series, in which a put-upon mayor tries to turn a cursed New England island... Widow’s Bay review – Matthew Rhys’ intoxicating comedy-horror is an absolute blast Mare of Easttown meets Schitt’s Creek in this rich, wonderful and laugh-out-loud series, in which a put-upon mayor tries to turn a cursed New England island... Share
Fitness Apr 29, 2026 All the right moves! 17 personal trainers on the exercise they always recommend – from planks to face pulls Whether you are starting from scratch, or have a well-honed routine, moving can help us feel happier and healthier. Experts share their one essential exercis... All the right moves! 17 personal trainers on the exercise they always recommend – from planks to face pulls Whether you are starting from scratch, or have a well-honed routine, moving can help us feel happier and healthier. Experts share their one essential exercis... Share
Miscarriage Apr 29, 2026 Earlier specialised care could prevent 10,000 miscarriages a year, UK study finds Charity says starting specialised care after first miscarriage instead of third reduces risk of future lossesGiving women access to specialised care after th... Earlier specialised care could prevent 10,000 miscarriages a year, UK study finds Charity says starting specialised care after first miscarriage instead of third reduces risk of future lossesGiving women access to specialised care after th... Share
Cape Verde Apr 29, 2026 ‘It will never cover what’s authentic’: African music industry weighs up AI risks and rewards Delegates at event in Cape Verde highlight opportunities from tech while stressing AI is no replacement for talentLast July, the Nigerian singer-songwriter F... ‘It will never cover what’s authentic’: African music industry weighs up AI risks and rewards Delegates at event in Cape Verde highlight opportunities from tech while stressing AI is no replacement for talentLast July, the Nigerian singer-songwriter F... Share
United States Politics and Government Apr 29, 2026 F.B.I. Knew Civil Rights Group Informants Helped Bring Down Extremists, Lawyers Say The Southern Poverty Law Center is planning to challenge the larger story of deceit and hypocrisy the Trump administration has been telling about its use of... F.B.I. Knew Civil Rights Group Informants Helped Bring Down Extremists, Lawyers Say The Southern Poverty Law Center is planning to challenge the larger story of deceit and hypocrisy the Trump administration has been telling about its use of... Share
