3 h. ago We've survived world's most infectious disease... why we're terrified about exploding epidemic in America

Clayton and Kathryn Nash, 68 and 72, were born in the 1950s, about a decade before the measles vaccine was approved in the US. They said they don't want others to experience the infection.

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3 h. ago Richard Gere’s wife reveals plan to return to America after move to Spain

Gere previously said his family was making the move to be closer to his wife’s relatives

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5 h. ago Justice Secretary admits some human rights claims by immigrants to avoid deportation 'don't stand up to scrutiny'

Shabana Mahmood defended the Government's decision to launch a review of the use of the controversial 'right to private and family life' - under Article 8 of the human rights convention

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5 h. ago First accuser resumes testimony at Harvey Weinstein's #MeToo retrial

A former TV production assistant is back on the witness stand at Harvey Weinstein’s retrial

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6 h. ago The US left Vietnam 50 years ago today. The media hasn’t learned its lesson | Norman Solomon

The myth that news coverage turned Americans against the war persists. In fact, it was largely complicit in perpetuating the conflictThe last helicopter liftoff from the roof of the American embassy in Saigon on 30 April 1975 marked the end of the Vietnam war. Fifty years later, mythology about US media coverage of the war is locked into the faulty premise that news outlets were pivotal in causing Americans to turn against it. Some say that mainstream media undermined a noble war effort, while others say that coverage alerted the public to realities of an unjust war. Both assertions are wrong.Scapegoating the media fits neatly into “stab in the back” theories of Americans who can’t stand the fact that their country lost a war to impoverished Vietnamese fighters. And praising the media as catalysts for the nation’s roused conscience gives undue credit while fostering illusions about mainstream news coverage of America’s wars. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Donald Trump sparks 'disaster 2.0' in next 100 days but one move saves him

EXCLUSIVE: Donald Trump’s awareness of his own power has crystallised and now everyone, even those outside of America, must live with the consequences as he moves deeper into his second term

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7 h. ago Virginia Giuffre’s family share her final letter before Epstein victim’s death

Sexual abuse survivor and campaigner calls on world to ‘stand together to fight for the future of victims’

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8 h. ago A first look at the $1 billion MSC World America cruise ship, from thrill

MSC World America has something to offer cruise passengers from all sides of the pond, as Marc Shoffman discovered on one of the first sailings aboard the new megaship

Economics

10 h. ago Corporate America must stand up for the US innovation machine

The failure of business to join universities in the fight for academic research is short-sighted as well as cowardly

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12 h. ago Nigel Farage suggests Donald Trump's Canada '51st state' of America comments backfired

Nigel Farage's comments came as ex-Bank of England governor Mark Carney turned around the Liberal's grim fortunes in Canada after repeated threats from the US President

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15 h. ago The Tories have shown Labour exactly how not to fight Farage | Rafael Behr

As local elections loom, it’s clear that years of agreeing with the Reform leader have failed to discourage people from voting for himIn the playbook of election strategies, there are two canonical campaigns. Incumbents say things are going in the right direction; don’t let the opposition screw it up! Challengers say everything is screwed up already; it’s time for change!There is a less orthodox, third option, innovated by the Conservatives in competition with whichever party Nigel Farage happens to be leading: our opponent is right; don’t vote for him.Rafael Behr is a Guardian columnist Continue reading...

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16 h. ago Childcare in the Capitol: As more women run for office, some are bringing their kids

As more women and young people run for public office, they’re bringing more than fresh policy ideas to statehouses

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16 h. ago Russia has offered a short ceasefire in Ukraine – but here’s what Putin really wants | Andriy Yermak

As part of the price for peace, Moscow would like sanctions on Russian airlines lifted. That’s no surprise: they’re vital to the Kremlin’s war machineOn Monday, the Kremlin offered a three-day pause in hostilities against Ukraine in May, to coincide with Moscow’s celebrations of the end of the second world war. In a context where Ukraine is calling for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire, and the US a permanent one, Russia wants concessions before a lasting pause or permanent peace can even be discussed. Central to the Kremlin’s demands is the removal of sanctions – especially those restricting its aviation sector.We must be cautious not to make concessions prematurely, under the guise of quick progress. The short pause offered would not make a meaningful difference to the war, and accepting it would enable a regime that has repeatedly shown intent to prolong its war of aggression and undermine this chance for a just, fair and lasting peace.Andriy Yermak is head of the Ukrainian presi...

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17 h. ago Asian shares rise after gains on Wall Street as corporate profits pile higher

Shares are mixed in Asia after U.S. stocks rose again as companies reported stronger-than-expected profits

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20 h. ago TOM LEONARD: From rounds of golf to Tesla tanking, The Donald's first 100 days by numbers

It has certainly been a roller-coaster ride as he has announced policies with an unprecedented forcefulness and pace, making his - and America's - presence felt.

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21 h. ago Trump hails achievements of first 100 days despite polls revealing American disapproval on economy – live

President touts ‘most successful 100 days of any administration’ at rally in Warren, Michigan100 days of Trump: interactive look at second term so farTrump has posted on Truth Social about the first 100 days of his second term, calling them “100 very special days”.100 VERY SPECIAL DAYS. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!Danielle Alvarez of the RNC, and Paul Perez of Border Patrol, were GREAT on Fox & Friends (First). Thank you both! DJT Continue reading...

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21 h. ago Mikel Arteta’s Big Energy show splutters against PSG to reveal Arsenal’s frailties | Barney Ronay

Absences were keenly felt by hosts whose aggressive approach was disrupted by visiting side’s physical pressureReasons to be cheerful. Hmm. Let’s see. Well, it’s only 1-0. There’s that. And this is a significant achievement given Arsenal were basically suffocated in the opening 20 minutes of this semi-final first leg, unable to breathe in their own stadium, stretched thin, starved of air and light by the deep blue machine of the Paris Saint-Germain press.In those moments PSG just seemed to have more players in every sector, to be self replicating, João Neves appearing at the shoulder of every teammate like a ghostly butler. In the process Arsenal’s own aggressive approach was entirely disrupted by PSG’s combination of physical pressure and just making you chase, filling your legs with lactic acid, fogging the brain. Continue reading...

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22 h. ago Trump attacks ‘sick political class’ for ‘bleeding America dry’ as he marks 100 days in office with Michigan rally: Live

President brushes aside slumping approval ratings as he marks 100 days of his second term with campaign-style rally

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22 h. ago Trump hails achievements of his first 100 days despite polls revealing American disapproval on economy – live

President touts ‘most successful 100 days of any administration’ despite several polls showing disagreement about the US economy100 days of Trump: interactive look at second term so farTrump has posted on Truth Social about the first 100 days of his second term, calling them “100 very special days”.100 VERY SPECIAL DAYS. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!Danielle Alvarez of the RNC, and Paul Perez of Border Patrol, were GREAT on Fox & Friends (First). Thank you both! DJT Continue reading...

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23 h. ago Trump adjusts some auto tariffs after claiming he ‘wanted to help’ US automakers – live

President had said order relaxing some of his 25% tariffs on cars and car parts will be ‘short-term’ help100 days of Trump: interactive look at second term so farTrump has posted on Truth Social about the first 100 days of his second term, calling them “100 very special days”.100 VERY SPECIAL DAYS. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!Danielle Alvarez of the RNC, and Paul Perez of Border Patrol, were GREAT on Fox & Friends (First). Thank you both! DJT Continue reading...

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