71 m. ago NATALIE LISBONA: As sirens wail I text a friend in her shelter. She tells me a missile has just killed seven... it could easily have been us

A day of strikes which begins in the early hours of Sunday morning...with the hideous, piercing shriek...that means a fresh Iranian attack is imminent, writes Natalie Lisbona (left) in Central Israel

Events

9 h. ago The Guardian view on the Letby case: justice cannot be immune from scrutiny or doubt | Editorial

Even in the most harrowing cases, a fair society must allow for review, and the possibility of judicial errorWhen Lucy Letby was found guilty of murdering seven babies, and attempting to murder seven more, the judge sentenced her to multiple whole-life terms for what he said had been “a cruel, calculated and cynical campaign”. The convictions shook public trust in the NHS and demanded a reckoning with a system and culture that had failed to prevent such horrors. In August 2023, this newspaper urged readers to look beyond individual guilt to the institutional failures that allowed such crimes to go undetected for so long. It remains the case that serious questions must be asked of NHS management and clinical staff in relation to the tragic events at the Countess of Chester hospital.However, justice, like science, should not be afraid to re-examine its conclusions when reasonable doubt or fresh evidence emerge. Since Letby’s conviction, many have questioned the basis of the prose...

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9 h. ago The 14 best true crime documentaries to watch now, chosen by the Daily Mail's crime experts

The true crime obsession is here to stay - and audiences captivated by these tragic tales still can't look away.

Events

10 h. ago Beat the heat with Sleek Jialexin Bladeless Personal Fan, now 43% off on Amazon

Stay cool on the go with the sleek Jialexin Bladeless Personal Fan, now £20.69 on Amazon with 43% off

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11 h. ago I ditched the gym and you can too – here are six ways to get fit without it

Whether you enjoy ‘rucking’, walking, running or making your own sandbags, life after winding up your monthly membership can be your healthiest and happiest everAfter almost two decades of regular gym-going, I’ve finally cancelled my membership. The reasons for this are many and varied – I’m trying to save money, gym music is terrible these days, everyone seems to have forgotten how to share the equipment – but the main one is, I think it may actually make me fitter.Working for Men’s Fitness magazine for almost 10 years, I got to try out every trend, workout style and fitness event I wanted, and I noticed something interesting: quite frequently, the people with the fewest resources were in the best shape. I’m not including Hollywood actors in this, but otherwise, it’s often true: powerlifters working out in unheated concrete sheds get the strongest, runners who stay off treadmills get the fastest, and people exercising in basements have a focus rarely seen in palatial upmarket gyms....

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11 h. ago Grow strawberries in your own garden this summer with plants now reduced to £1

Growing fresh strawberries in your own garden, greenhouse or allotment has never been cheaper as this strawberry plant plummets all the way down to £1 in time for summer planting

Economics

16 h. ago Dog owners urged not to do this in heatwave as hidden 'danger hour' revealed by vets

You might think heading outside for fresh air on a hot, stuff day indoors might be the best option for your furry friend but there's a much bigger risk that a hot car when it comes to walkies

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16 h. ago A £2.5m dud? Fresh doubt cast on authenticity of National Gallery Rubens

Former curator’s comments, later withdrawn, reignite debate over attribution of Samson and Delilah paintingIt is an unwelcome question, but an important one: did the National Gallery buy a £2.5m dud?This has remained the suspicion of many experts since one of Britain’s premier cultural institutions acquired Samson and Delilah, a long-lost masterpiece by the Flemish artist Peter Paul Rubens, in 1980. Continue reading...

Economics

16 h. ago ‘Stay below the radar’: corporate America goes quiet after Trump’s return

Some of the world’s most powerful firms have quietly toed the line set by the administration to avoid the president’s wrathFrom vast protests and all-caps social media posts to acrimonious legislative hearings and pugnacious White House statements, Washington has perhaps never been noisier. But since Donald Trump’s return to office, one corner of civil society has been almost eerily quiet.Those leading corporate America rapidly turned down the volume after the president’s re-election. Gone are the days of political and social interventions, highly publicized diversity initiatives and donations to important causes. Continue reading...

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17 h. ago Garden tools will stay rust free for years if you use 52p ingredient

How to rust-proof your gardening gear this summer which is when the most damage is done

Events

17 h. ago UK interest rates predicted to stay at 4.25% with Bank ‘nimble’ amid uncertainty

Most economists think the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will opt to keep rates on hold when it meets on Thursday.

Politics

17 h. ago A Londoner's guide to Hong Kong: from superb street food to hidden temples

Ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modernity in this dynamic city. Here’s how to make the most of what’s on offer

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17 h. ago Meghan and Harry's fresh 'nightmare' for royals amid talk of new reality TV show

EXCLUSIVE: Following the Sussexes’ viral Baby Momma dance video, a PR expert speaks to OK! about rumours of a royal reality show and how it might land with the rest of the royal family

Culture

17 h. ago I'm quitting the UK and moving my kids to the other side of the world

After growing tired of struggling to stay afloat, Clare Fisher, 39, and her family have decided to uproot their lives from Barry, in Wales, to move halfway around the world for a 'better life'.

Politics

17 h. ago Duchess Sophie's blunt response when asked about Meghan Markle

When Meghan Markle entered the Royal Family fresh from her role in Suits, the late Queen enlisted to Prince Edward's wife Sophie, Countess of Wessex, to teach her the ropes.

Politics

18 h. ago Bavuma’s brave team make giant leap for South African Test cricket | Andy Bull

With World Test Championship win, the Proteas have made a strong case for Tests to gain greater prominence at homeSouth Africa lost their shot at winning this World Test Championship in 2022, when their board announced the team were going to play 28 games in the next four years. They lost it for a second time during the spring of last year, when they packed their reserve team off to play a series against New Zealand because their centrally contracted players had to stay back and play in a franchise tournament.They lost it a third time when the team were bowled out for 138 on Thursday morning and they lost it a fourth when they let Australia’s tail put on 134 runs for the last four wickets, leaving them needing 282 to win. Finally, after they had just about run out of ways to lose, they won. Continue reading...

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19 h. ago Women and children killed as Iranian missiles leave apocalyptic scenes of destruction in Israel and Trump warns 'full strength and might' of US prepared to attack

Iran has launched a fresh wave of ballistic missiles at Israel as sirens sound across the country and residents rush to their shelters.

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20 h. ago MIKEY SMITH: I went to Donald Trump's birthday tank parade and it convinced me he already thinks he's a king

Over a couple of hours, 7,000 troops, dozens of tanks and other vehicles, swarms of helicopters and two robot dogs rolled, flew and ambled past Trump's podium as he apparently struggled to stay awake

Politics

23 h. ago 'Best' place to store tomatoes to keep them fresher for longer is not the fridge

Tomatoes are a staple in many households, but the majority of people will be storing them wrong - as they should not be kept in the fridge to keep them fresh

Politics

24 h. ago Apocalyptic scenes as Iranian missiles rain down on Israel killing civilians as Middle East descends into all

Iran has launched a fresh wave of ballistic missiles at Israel as sirens sound across the country and residents rush to their shelters.

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