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Kherson prepares for 56-hour curfew after night of heavy Russian shelling
Read More Citizens of Kherson stock up on food and water as Ukraine forces step up shelling of Russian positions • Russia-Ukraine war – latest news updates Residents of the key southern Ukrainian city of Kherson are stocking up on food and water after another night of heavy Russian shelling and before an announced 56-hour…
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King reminds U.K. commuters to “mind the gap” ahead of his coronation
Read MoreAnyone riding the rails in the U.K. over coronation weekend will notice a change to the iconic loudspeaker announcements warning people to “mind the gap.”Anyone riding the rails in the U.K. over coronation weekend will notice a change to the iconic loudspeaker announcements warning people to “mind the gap.”
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Joy, rebuke for Nigeria’s Tiwa Savage over Charles’ coronation
Read MoreMixed reactions have trailed the announcement that Savage, a Grammy-nominated singer, will perform at coronation.Mixed reactions have trailed the announcement that Savage, a Grammy-nominated singer, will perform at coronation.
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Scottish police officers challenge ‘clean-shaven’ policy at tribunal
Read More Police Scotland has told officers to shave off facial hair by end of May so they can use FFP3 face masks At least four officers are pursuing discrimination claims after Police Scotland announced plans for a “clean-shaven” policy without adequate consultation, according to their professional body. Officers are being told to shave off…
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Filipino activists appeal to British banks over region devastated by oil spill
Read More Environmentalists from the Philippines urge investors to avoid LNG projects which they say threaten the Verde Island Passage Campaigners from the Philippines have urged British banks not to fund the expansion of fossil fuel use in their country. It follows a huge oil spill that threatened a globally important marine biodiversity hotspot. Filipino…
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Wagner boss blasts Russian officials in expletive-laden video
Read MoreMercenary fighters will leave Ukraine’s Bakhmut in days, Prigozhin warns, citing ammunition shortages blamed on Russia.Mercenary fighters will leave Ukraine’s Bakhmut in days, Prigozhin warns, citing ammunition shortages blamed on Russia.
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Quick thinking sailboat crew rescue Hawaii tourists who drove straight into harbour while following GPS
Read More Eyewitness captures the moment car sinks into harbour Eyewitness captures the moment car sinks into harbour
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King Charles’ Guest of Dishonor: Why China’s Delegate to the U.K. Coronation Is Controversial
Read More It was Charles, then the Prince of Wales, who flew to Hong Kong in 1997 to preside over the ceremony handing over the former British colony to China. “Britain is both proud and privileged to have been involved with this success story,” he said. “Proud of the rights and freedoms which Hong Kong…
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Opinion: King Charles has waited a very long time for this. But are you ‘coronation-ready’?
Read More Britain lost Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth II, European Union membership and a good portion of its economy. Is the former Prince of Wales any consolation? Britain lost Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth II, European Union membership and a good portion of its economy. Is the former Prince of Wales any consolation?
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Coronation build-up live: King Charles and Camilla at Westminster Abbey for final rehearsal
Read More Dignitaries arriving in London ahead of tomorrow’s ceremony as people already gather to line procession route What to expect: key events and timings Perhaps the most interesting development so far today has been the suggestion from someone close to the king that he does not approve of the idea of the people’s oath,…
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Oklahoma murders – latest: Jesse McFadden’s rape survivor says authorities ‘failed’ shooting victims
Read More Jesse McFadden shot his wife, her three children and two of her children’s teenage friends before turning the gun on himself Jesse McFadden shot his wife, her three children and two of her children’s teenage friends before turning the gun on himself
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Everything we know about the UC Davis serial stabbings suspect
Read More Dominguez was profiled in a feature where he said he aspired to be a doctor Dominguez was profiled in a feature where he said he aspired to be a doctor
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Jordan Neely – latest: Marine lawyers up over subway chokehold death as New Yorkers demand charges
Read More Manhattan prosecutors conducting ‘rigorous ongoing investigation’ into 30-year-old’s death Manhattan prosecutors conducting ‘rigorous ongoing investigation’ into 30-year-old’s death
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Georgia shooting – live: McDonald’s manager named as one of three victims killed by Moultrie employee
Read More Kentavious White is believed to have shot and killed his 50-year-old mother, 74-year-old grandmother and his 41-year-old manager Amia Smith Kentavious White is believed to have shot and killed his 50-year-old mother, 74-year-old grandmother and his 41-year-old manager Amia Smith
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Two Indian soldiers killed in Kashmir army operation
Read MoreIndian army confirms casualties in operation in the Rajouri sector of the Himalayan region of the disputed territory.Indian army confirms casualties in operation in the Rajouri sector of the Himalayan region of the disputed territory.
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Fighting breaks out between Russian and Ukrainian delegations
Read MoreValery Stavitsky grabbed the yellow and blue flag after it was held up behind his colleague.Valery Stavitsky grabbed the yellow and blue flag after it was held up behind his colleague.
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King’s coronation weather likely to be a washout, says Met Office
Read More Rain forecast for UK over bank holiday weekend, including in London as Charles III is crowned Coronation flypast could be called off due to adverse weather, MoD says A coronation washout is forecast for many this weekend with rain and drizzle likely to provide a quintessentially British backdrop to the royal pomp and…
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From Michael Jackson impersonator to harrowing death: Who was the homeless man killed on the NYC subway?
Read More Jordan Neely, 30, died after being held in chokehold by member of the public on a subway train on Monday afternoon, sparking angry protests and outrage Jordan Neely, 30, died after being held in chokehold by member of the public on a subway train on Monday afternoon, sparking angry protests and outrage
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Who was behind the Kremlin drone attack?
Read MoreThe BBC’s Russia editor Steve Rosenberg examines the theories about the Moscow explosion.The BBC’s Russia editor Steve Rosenberg examines the theories about the Moscow explosion.
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Yevgeny Prigozhin: Wagner Group boss says he will pull troops out of Bakhmut
Read MoreHis statement came after he posted a video among dead fighters, asking Russia for more ammunition.His statement came after he posted a video among dead fighters, asking Russia for more ammunition.
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Malaysia’s Anwar says in talks to return 1MDB fugitive Jho Low
Read MoreJho Low faces charges in Malaysia and the US for allegedly orchestrating theft of $4.5bn from wealth fund 1MDB.Jho Low faces charges in Malaysia and the US for allegedly orchestrating theft of $4.5bn from wealth fund 1MDB.
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Russia’s Wagner chief says he is pulling his forces out of Bakhmut over row with Putin’s government
Read More Yevgeny Prigozhin – an ally of President Vladimir Putin – has repeatedly complained of a lack of ammunition for his troops from Moscow Yevgeny Prigozhin – an ally of President Vladimir Putin – has repeatedly complained of a lack of ammunition for his troops from Moscow
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Bluey: scene removed from Exercise episode after complaints about fat-shaming
Read More Re-edited version omits opening scene after claims of fatphobia and replaces original on ABC and BBC platforms Follow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast The ABC has removed part of a Bluey episode that sparked accusations of fat-shaming…
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US Army awards contract for $1B Javelin weapon
Read More The U.S. Army announced it has reached an agreement with the Javelin Joint Venture, comprised of Lockheed Martin of Orlando, Florida, and Raytheon Technologies of Tucson, to produce modern anti-tank missile systems. The contract, announced Thursday by the Department of Defense, is worth more than $1 billion. “This is an indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract…
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Adidas breakup with rapper Ye, lost Yeezy sales hit earnings
Read MoreAdidas saw operating earnings dwindle in the first three months of the year as the German sportswear company’s breakup with the rapper formerly known as Kanye West and his popular Yeezy shoe brand cost it $441 million in lost salesAdidas saw operating earnings dwindle in the first three months of the year as the…
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Jim Chalmers attacks ‘coalition of weirdos’ as Labor pushes Senate to vote on housing fund next week
Read More Treasurer says budget will include ‘additional measures’ to help renters as Greens launch last-ditch bid to restart negotiations Follow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast Labor has increased pressure on the Greens over the housing affordability future fund,…
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Lib Dem leader hails ‘groundbreaking results’ in English local elections
Read More Ed Davey says party has delivered ‘hammer blow’ to Tories in blue wall seats ahead of general election England local elections – latest updates Ed Davey has hailed what he called “groundbreaking results” for the Liberal Democrats in local elections, as party activists predicted they were on track to oust large number of…
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Trump news – live: Judge gives Trump until Sunday to decide to testify as E Jean Carroll’s attorneys rest case
Read More Judge Lewis Kaplan said Trump could apply to reopen the defence case after he announced he was cutting short his Ireland trip to ‘confront’ the former Elle columnist Judge Lewis Kaplan said Trump could apply to reopen the defence case after he announced he was cutting short his Ireland trip to ‘confront’ the…
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ParentsNext has finally been axed but it remains to be seen if other punitive programs will be abolished
Read More Its abolition was long overdue and the Albanese government is to be commended for heeding the calls of experts and advocates Follow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast Parliamentary inquiries, experts, advocates, and Guardian Australia’s own reporting over…
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The push to end Erdogan’s 20 years in power is reshaping Turkey’s politics
Read More In one Instanbul neighbourhood, Kurds explain to Borzou Daragahi why they are supporting Erdogan’s main rival in the upcoming presidential elections – who represents a party that has so often alienated them In one Instanbul neighbourhood, Kurds explain to Borzou Daragahi why they are supporting Erdogan’s main rival in the upcoming presidential elections…
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Fox’s Greg Gutfeld blames Jordan Neely subway chokehold death on George Floyd
Read More ‘If anybody says this is like George Floyd, no, it’s because of George Floyd’ ‘If anybody says this is like George Floyd, no, it’s because of George Floyd’
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Jordan Neely: man killed by rider’s chokehold was talented dancer
Read More Neely, 30, whose subway death was ruled a homicide by New York’s medical examiner, remembered as kind and loving Jordan Neely had a fan club. The 30-year-old Michael Jackson impersonator had amassed a following within New York City and beyond, with thousands online admiring the young man’s aptitude for dance and creating a…
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Ukraine-Russia news – latest: Kyiv says it destroyed own drone as US denies involvement in Kremlin attack
Read More UAV over Kyiv likely suffered technical snag UAV over Kyiv likely suffered technical snag
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Indonesia’s economy beats forecasts on consumer, gov’t spending
Read MoreGDP expands by 5.03 percent in the January-March period despite slowing exports.GDP expands by 5.03 percent in the January-March period despite slowing exports.
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Russia-Ukraine war live: Kyiv shoots down own drone over capital; Zelenskiy speaks at The Hague
Read More Ukrainian air force says it downed its own drone after it lost control over Kyiv; Zelenskiy says: ‘We all want to see a different Vladimir here in the Hague’ See all our Ukraine coverage Here are some images of the drone that Ukraine shot down over Kyiv, after it suffered a suspected technical…
