4 h. ago The Guardian view on the public’s dinomania: passion for palaeontology endures through the ages | Editorial

From blockbuster movies like Jurassic World Rebirth to documentary series, the appetite for these ancient creatures appears inexhaustibleOn-screen discussions of DNA and off-screen scientific consultants notwithstanding, no one goes to see a Jurassic Park movie for its realism. Yet one of the less convincing moments in Jurassic World Rebirth, the latest in the franchise, is unrelated to oversized velociraptors. It’s the palaeontologist Dr Henry Loomis complaining of shrinking public interest in his field.This spring, the BBC revived its 1999 hit series Walking With Dinosaurs. Not a week goes by without headlines announcing the discovery of a new species or new theories on how they behaved. Publishers produce an endless stream of dino-related fact and fiction, particularly for children. Palaeontology – at least when focused on the dinosaurs of the Mesozoic, or our hominin forebears – has long exerted an extraordinary hold on the public imagination.Do you have an opinion on the issues...

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37 h. ago Doctor Who’s former Time Lord star criticises modern version of show

Actor, who starred in BBC series in the 1980s, has shared his struggles with sci-fi show’s modern episodes

Culture

51 h. ago First Look: What’s inside Liberty’s beloved Beauty Advent Calendar this year?

The iconic British department store has revealed its most generous calendar to date - featuring full-sized Augustinus Bader and more

Politics

59 h. ago Caution has turned to cowardice – the BBC is failing viewers with its Gaza coverage | Karishma Patel

The craven failure to broadcast Gaza: Doctors Under Attack is just the latest example of skewed journalistic values over Israel’s warTonight, audiences can finally watch Gaza: Doctors Under Attack on Channel 4 and Zeteo. This timely film was originally produced for the BBC by award-winning production company Basement Films. The BBC has been delaying it since February, arguing it couldn’t go out before a review into an entirely different film, Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone, had culminated. That was a poor editorial decision with no precedent. But poorer still: after months of leaving the film in limbo, last week the BBC announced it wouldn’t air it – leaving it for Channel 4 to pick up.Why? The BBC said it might create “the perception of partiality”. You’d be forgiven for thinking this was lifted from a dystopian novel. Perception, after all, has nothing to do with impartiality – at least in an ideal world. The BBC seems to have said the quiet part out loud. Impartiality, as far as ...

Events

59 h. ago Inside the Dalai Lama’s succession and what it means for China and the Tibetan struggle

As he turns 90 this week, the Dalai Lama has announced that he will reincarnated, setting his followers on a collision course with China. Alisha Rahaman Sarkar speaks to activists and the president of the Tibetan government-in-exile about what this means for the future of Tibetan Buddhism

Politics

3 d. ago Bake Off star flooded with support as they announce baby news

One Great British Bake Off winner has excited their followers this week after announcing he's set to become a dad for the first time.

Events

3 d. ago Coleen Nolan says 'can't believe this' over family announcement as Loose Women co

The Loose Women star shared another huge family announcement, after confirming her daughter's pregnancy last week

Politics

3 d. ago Doctor Who legend issues major complaint about BBC series in 'terribly worried' admission

Fans are currently waiting to find out when the show will return for another series

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3 d. ago Jamie Laing confirms 'pinch me moment' with Sophie Habboo weeks after pregnancy announcement

The couple, who once starred in E4 reality show Made in Chelsea, are making a major move after announcing their baby news

Politics

3 d. ago Kelsey Parker shares emotional tribute in first post since death of baby son

Kelsey returned to social media after she announced last week her third child, Phoenix Parker-Lindsay, had been 'born sleeping'

Events

4 d. ago Liz Kendall ignores call from Labour MP for welfare bill to be withdrawn – UK politics live

Andy McDonald says MPs are being asked to vote without vital evidence but work and pensions secretary says employment support programmes are being improvedThe Department for Work and Pensions has just published an analysis saying that, allowing for the concesssions announced last week, the welfare cuts will still push an extra 150,000 people into relative poverty.Here is the key chart from the document. Continue reading...

Economics

4 d. ago Liz Kendall makes statement to MPs about welfare bill concessions – UK politics live

Work and pensions secretary speaks to parliament as No 10 disputes figures showing benefit cuts to push 150,000 more into povertyThe Department for Work and Pensions has just published an analysis saying that, allowing for the concesssions announced last week, the welfare cuts will still push an extra 150,000 people into relative poverty.Here is the key chart from the document. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago No 10 disputes figures showing benefit cuts to push 150,000 more into poverty – UK politics live

No 10 spokesperson says ‘poverty modelling is subject to uncertainty’ and cites investment in health and care systemThe Department for Work and Pensions has just published an analysis saying that, allowing for the concesssions announced last week, the welfare cuts will still push an extra 150,000 people into relative poverty.Here is the key chart from the document. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago DWP says 150,000 more people pushed into poverty by benefit cuts, not 250,000 as forecast said before U

Analysis says, allowing for concessions to welfare bill announced last week, cuts will still push people into relative povertyThe Department for Work and Pensions has just published an analysis saying that, allowing for the concesssions announced last week, the welfare cuts will still push an extra 150,000 people into relative poverty.Here is the key chart from the document. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Ncuti Gatwa's emotional message after Glastonbury trans speech during JADE set

Former Doctor Who actor Ncuti Gatwa has returned to social media following his Glastonbury role of introducing Jade Thirlwall to the stage for her debut solo set at Worthy Farm

Politics

5 d. ago Ncuti Gatwa backs trans community before introducing Jade Thirlwall's Glastonbury debut

The actor’s surprise appearance at Worthy Farm comes just weeks after his exit from Doctor Who

Politics

6 d. ago Ncuti Gatwa pays tribute to the trans  community following 'woke' Doctor Who exit in surprise Glastonbury appearance as he introduces Jade Thirlwall in foul

Ncuti Gatwa paid tribute to the trans community in a surprise Glastonbury appearance on Saturday as he took to the stage to introduce Jade Thirlwall ahead of her solo debut. 

Politics

6 d. ago BBC doctor explains why this is the best breakfast for weight loss

Dr Rangan Chatterjee, who hosts BBC One's Doctor in the House, has shared his go-to breakfast choice that could help with weight loss - and it's not what you'd expect

Politics

6 d. ago Hospital money could be linked to patient feedback under new plan – report

The 10-year plan for the NHS is due to be announced next week.

Science

7 d. ago Manchester United can announce £163m triple transfer next week after major deadline

Latest Manchester United transfer news and gossip with a deadline fast approaching that will give United the chance to continue their transfer business

Economics