61 m. ago Glastonbury 2025: Saturday with Pulp confirmed as secret act, Kneecap, Charli xcx and more – follow it live!

There’s a stacked bill on offer at Worthy Farm. We’ll be bringing reviews, news, pictures and more throughout the day, with Skepta replacing Deftones and Neil Young headlining the PyramidWhen Ichiko Aoba was a child, experiencing loneliness and isolation, she lost herself in the fantasy worlds created by animation studios such as Studio Ghibli and Disney. The Japanese folk singer-songwriter further nurtured that interest in intricate world building as a form of escapism through creating her music – and despite its niche and experimental composition, she has found global popular appeal built up from a significant cult following.She sings entirely in Japanese so live I cannot dissect her lyrics, but you can parse her themes from the visuals and from her tone: the stage is draped with willows and Aoba’s airy vocals are atmospheric and expansive, bringing to mind the serene and tranquil ancient forests of Japan like Aokigahara or Yakushima. You half expect a deer to gallop on stage and ...

Society

86 m. ago Man who kicked adorable airport sniffer dog into the air is punished

A man was punished for kicking out at a 'defenceless' trained beagle at airport customs after it spotted he had a stash of illegal items in his bag

Politics

1 hour ago Strictly star mugged in Central London AND in broad daylight as 'traumatic' ordeal leaves them 'scared and helpless'

A Strictly Come Dancing star has been robbed in broad daylight in London this week, leaving her 'scared and helpless'.

Economics

1 hour ago The Script's Danny O'Donoghue gives emotional tribute to late bandmate at Glastonbury

The Script and their fans were devastated in 2023 when guitarist Mark Sheehan suddenly passed away following a short illness - leaving behind his wife and three kids

Politics

1 hour ago Glastonbury 2025: Saturday with Pulp confirmed as secret gig, Kneecap, Charli xcx and more – follow it live!

There’s a stacked bill on offer at Worthy Farm. We’ll be bringing reviews, news, pictures and more throughout the day, with Skepta replacing Deftones and Neil Young headlining the PyramidWhen Ichiko Aoba was a child, experiencing loneliness and isolation, she lost herself in the fantasy worlds created by animation studios such as Studio Ghibli and Disney. The Japanese folk singer-songwriter further nurtured that interest in intricate world building as a form of escapism through creating her music – and despite its niche and experimental composition, she has found global popular appeal built up from a significant cult following.She sings entirely in Japanese so live I cannot dissect her lyrics, but you can parse her themes from the visuals and from her tone: the stage is draped with willows and Aoba’s airy vocals are atmospheric and expansive, bringing to mind the serene and tranquil ancient forests of Japan like Aokigahara or Yakushima. You half expect a deer to gallop on stage and ...

Society

2 h. ago Stampede in Soho: puppet animals on an epic trek bring wonder and warning to London streets

Stampede in Soho: puppet animals on an epic trek bring wonder and warning to London streets  The Guardian

Events

3 h. ago Starmer’s welfare cuts could leave thousands of disabled women trapped with abusers, campaigners warn

Exclusive: The prime minister’s controversial welfare cuts would deepen economic insecurity for disabled women and make them more vulnerable to abuse, a new report has warned

Events

3 h. ago Chelsea could land huge Liverpool transfer windfall as Reds close in on another summer deal

Liverpool's summer spending spree is set to continue but their latest big-money move could also bring a tidy financial benefit for their fellow Premier League side Chelsea

Economics

3 h. ago JADE says Little Mix 'changed her life' as she brings on special guests at Glastonbury

During her Glastonbury set, Jade Thirlwall paid tribute to Little Mix and said being part of the girl band changed her life - but added she is now happy to work on her own music

Politics

3 h. ago Iran moves female dissidents to 'hellhole' detention centre after Israeli airstrike on notorious prison

Israel struck Tehran's most notorious jail for political prisoners on Monday, the day before a ceasefire deal was agreed on, bringing an end to a 12-day war.

Events

4 h. ago Glastonbury 2025: Saturday with Kneecap, Charli xcx, secret act Patchwork and more – follow it live!

There’s a stacked bill on offer at Worthy Farm. We’ll be bringing reviews, news, pictures and more throughout the day, starting with sets from Kaiser Chiefs and Brandi CarlileWhen Ichiko Aoba was a child, experiencing loneliness and isolation, she lost herself in the fantasy worlds created by animation studios such as Studio Ghibli and Disney. The Japanese folk singer-songwriter further nurtured that interest in intricate world building as a form of escapism through creating her music – and despite its niche and experimental composition, she has found global popular appeal built up from a significant cult following.She sings entirely in Japanese so live I cannot dissect her lyrics, but you can parse her themes from the visuals and from her tone: the stage is draped with willows and Aoba’s airy vocals are atmospheric and expansive, bringing to mind the serene and tranquil ancient forests of Japan like Aokigahara or Yakushima. You half expect a deer to gallop on stage and be fed by he...

Society

5 h. ago Arsenal transfer news: Arteta eyes young Spanish centre back that will 'bring joy to fans'

Arsenal are keen to sign Valencia defender Cristhian Mosquera this summer, but the La Liga club are determined to keep hold of the 21-year-old ahead of the new season

Sport

6 h. ago I shopped paedophile Lost Prophets singer Ian Watkins to police for his sick baby rape fantasies... then went on trial myself

Meeting Watkins would turn into a nightmare which Joanne could only finally escape after spending years forcing herself to listen to his twisted fantasies in order to bring him to justice.

Events

6 h. ago 'A dog adopted me in Peru and wouldn't leave my side, now I'm bringing him home'

EXCLUSIVE: Mirelle Radley had originally planned to hike Machu Picchu with her cousin but a spinal fracture forced a change of plans - and landed her with a new friend

Politics

6 h. ago British Lions win first tour game on Australian soil but potential injury crisis brews

WESTERN FORCE 7-54 BRITISH & IRISH LIONS: Tomos Williams suffered a hamstring injury at Optus Stadium to leave coach Andy Farrell sweating on his scrum-half options

Events

7 h. ago Dead dog found burned in Dundee woods as police probe ash pile near cemetery

What was left of the dog's body was found in a pile of ashes along with its collar and lead.

Events

7 h. ago Horrific moment rabid bear pins down terrified ranger and starts gnawing on his head before mauling two other men to death

What was meant to be a simple father-and-son outing to collect firewood ended in tragedy after a rabid sloth bear launched a violent attack, killing both men and leaving a forest guard injured. 

Events

7 h. ago Woman in Tenerife orders fish and chips but her bill leaves people floored

Caitlin, who documents her life in Tenerife online, recently visited a new food spot in Los Cristianos and decided to share her findings with social media users - they were floored by the price

Politics

8 h. ago Glastonbury 2025: Saturday with Charli xcx, Kneecap, secret act Patchwork and more – follow it live!

There’s a stacked bill on offer at Worthy Farm. We’ll be bringing reviews, news, pictures and more throughout the day, starting with sets from Kaiser Chiefs and Brandi CarlileWe’re expecting reviews of Kaiser Chiefs, who I can faintly hear on the Pyramid stage from Guardian HQ – sounds loud!In the meantime, we’ve had a flurry of publishes overnight, including this intrepid report from my colleague Chris Godfrey, who spent all day Thursday (and a bit of Friday) trying the best fare at Glastonbury. Continue reading...

Society

8 h. ago Man Utd talks for Bryan Mbeumo continue after Brentford turn down latest offer

United are pushing to bring in the 25-year-old forward.

Politics