36 m. ago The attack on Zamzam refugee camp and what it means for the Sudan war

Guardian journalist Kaamil Ahmed reports on the devastating assault by the Rapid Support Forces on the camp in Darfur and what it tells us about the group’s plans in Sudan’s civil warZamzam, in Darfur, has been a place of refuge for decades. A sprawling camp in western Sudan, some have estimated that it houses up to 700,000 people – a place of relative safety from the violence that has engulfed the region over the last 20 years.It was also one of the last holdouts in Darfur, one of the few places in the region not yet under the control of the Rapid Support Forces. The paramilitary group has fought a devastating civil war with the Sudanese army since April 2023. Continue reading...

Events

51 m. ago Veteran card is now accepted as photo ID at polling stations

Voter ID rules were first enforced in England in 2023 and across Britain at the 2024 general election.

Culture

51 m. ago Many people ‘stuck in financial habits’ as experts suggest ways to boost budgets

Some people worry they may make a wrong decision, or feel overwhelmed by choice, according to research for new savings app Spring.

Economics

85 m. ago Why did tragic skydiver Jade fall to her death? Investigation amid fears veteran jumper perished in 'deliberate act'

Jade Damarell, 32, a highly experienced skydiver who had safely accomplished more than 400 previous jumps, died instantly after hitting the ground during a jump at the weekend.

Events

86 m. ago Martin Scorsese announces film that will feature Pope Francis’s ‘final interview’

Aldeas – A New Story documentary to examine work of organisation pontiff founded to connect young people around the worldMartin Scorsese has made a documentary with the late Pope Francis that will feature conversations between the pontiff and Scorsese, including what the film-makers say was the pope’s final in-depth on-camera interview.Aldeas – A New Story will detail the work of Scholas Occurrentes, a non-profit, international organisation founded by the pope in 2013 to promote what it termed “Culture of Encounter” among youth. Continue reading...

Culture

98 m. ago Handyman who was jailed for life over rape and murder of four people at 1986 Fordingbridge 'mansion massacre' dies in prison aged 73

George Stephenson was jailed for life in October 1987 aged 36 after being convicted alongside two others of murdering four people, raping a woman.

Events

1 hour ago King Charles tells Dame Deborah James' family he is 'so sorry' he didn't meet the fierce campaigner as he celebrates people in the cancer 'community' at Buckingham Palace

Charles met Alistair and Heather James at Buckingham Palace before moving into the ballroom to join 500 guests who had been invited to a reception to celebrate people within the cancer 'community'.

Politics

1 hour ago British expat in Spain shares 'mistake' everyone makes before they move

Daniel Efford, who has lived in Spain for 38 years, revealed a common 'mistake' people make before relocating - whilst sharing his top tips for those hoping to follow in his footsteps.

Politics

1 hour ago Scientists are using living human brain tissue to study Alzheimer's on their hunt for a cure

The team from the University of Edinburgh used the healthy brain tissue from living NHS patients and exposed it to a protein linked to Alzheimer's, from patients who passed away from it.

Politics

3 h. ago Boy, 16, and girl, 14, in hospital after stabbing in Merseyside

Police urged people to avoid the area while officers conduct their enquiries.

Politics

4 h. ago Handyman who was jailed for life over rape and murder of four people at 1986 Fordingbridge 'mansion massacre' dies in prison ages 73

George Stephenson was jailed for life in October 1987 aged 36 after being convicted alongside two others of murdering four people, raping a woman.

Events

4 h. ago Questions swirl on if Texas bill to fine people who package the abortion pill $100k is actually legal

An attorney last month described the bill as an ‘incursion on Texans’ constitutional rights’

Economics

4 h. ago Police suspect 2 shootings that left 4 dead in Minneapolis were connected and gang related

Police strongly suspect that a pair of shootings three blocks apart in Minneapolis that left four people dead and two others seriously injured were connected and were gang related

Events

5 h. ago Former Hibs manager makes shock return to Scottish football as sporting director of SPFL club

Ex-Easter Road boss back in game after ‘not nice experience’ in homeland

Society

5 h. ago Starbucks admits that cutting staff has backfired and now plans to hire more baristas

CEO of coffee chain hopes to improve customer experience by increasing staff in stores

Events

5 h. ago 'I keep my chopped off body part in a jar – people are scared of me but I don't care'

A young woman has decided to literally take her body in her own hands and modified near enough most of it and has even revealed where she keeps her removed body parts

Politics

5 h. ago Elon Musk faces another massive blow as new study confirms his worst fear

A phenomenon that Elon Musk has called 'the greatest risk to the future of civilization' is sweeping the globe, according to a new study.

Politics

6 h. ago Two arrested for ‘shooting dead a married couple and another man’ during a robbery

Trin Lawrence McKnight, 27, and Barrett Copeland, 19, allegedly killed three people who went missing April 21

Events

6 h. ago Brexit led to 1,500 deaths a year as EU nurses left UK, study finds

Quality of care dropped as staff were replaced with less experienced nurses, researchers at the University of Surrey say

Events

6 h. ago Holidaymakers throw fists in cruise ship carnage as dozens want a bit of the action

A video posted by a passenger on the Carnival Jubilee ship showed several people involved in a massive fight as the company banned a staggering 24 people from ever sailing on its ships again

Politics