64 m. ago Sex work and abuse: the women trapped in Malawi’s growing refugee camp

With the US no longer accepting refugees, Dzaleka’s residents have no prospect of relocation. Three women tell us what life is like in a camp designed for 10,000 people but which now holds more than 58,000• Photographs by Amos Gumulira for the GuardianTears stream down Francine’s* face as she pulls her glove off. Her right hand is covered by a pale, mottled burn scar. Her fingers are stiff and unnaturally bent. Francine turned to sex work to survive soon after she arrived alone at Malawi’s Dzaleka refugee camp in 2015, having travelled there from Burundi.On Christmas Eve in 2022, a client refused to pay. When she blocked the doorway, he grabbed a boiling-hot saucepan of beans and threw it at her, scalding her hand and chest. Continue reading...

Events

81 m. ago Blitz: Iconic nightclub that made the New Romantics famous celebrated in groundbreaking show

Spandau Ballet, Siobhan Fahey, Princess Julia and Boy George were all regulars

Culture

2 h. ago Liz Earle’s hydrating gift set that ‘leaves skin glowing’ is less than £20 in flash sale

LookFantastic has slashed the price on Liz Earle's hydrating gift set by over £12 in a limited-time sale, and shoppers are praising its glow-boosting formulas

Economics

3 h. ago The Breakdown | Springboks light up engrossing Rugby Championship so why tinker with it now?

South Africa and New Zealand’s selfish decision to go it alone will lead to competition hiatus and looks foolishEnjoy it while it lasts. The current edition of the Rugby Championship has been captivating, the most open in living memory and with two rounds remaining all four nations are firmly in contention for the title. Last weekend witnessed another thriller between Australia and Argentina – the Pumas edging home 28-26 – while the Springboks produced their most dominant display since the 2023 World Cup with a record victory against the All Blacks.There had been suggestions that South Africa were beginning to decline after a plateau since their triumph in Paris but Saturday’s performance was some riposte. Australia were agonisingly close to another successful comeback at the soldout Allianz Stadium, meanwhile, and there remains a good deal of optimism around the Wallabies. Not least because they sit top of the table and believe they can get their hands back on the Bledisloe Cup in ...

Sport

3 h. ago Walker wearing trainers rescued from Welsh mountain during high winds

Winds were reaching nearly 60mph on the mountains of Eryri just hours ahead of a weather warning

Events

7 h. ago Crawford’s trainer reveals stance on potential Benavidez fight after Canelo win

Hours after becoming undisputed champion in a third separate weight class, questions of who will face Terence Crawford have already sprouted

Politics

8 h. ago ‘I love you too!’ My family’s creepy, unsettling week with an AI toy

The cuddly chatbot Grem is designed to ‘learn’ your child’s personality, while every conversation they have is recorded, then transcribed by a third party. It wasn’t long before I wanted this experiment to be over ...‘I’m going to throw that thing into a river!” my wife says as she comes down the stairs looking frazzled after putting our four-year-old daughter to bed.To be clear, “that thing” is not our daughter, Emma*. It’s Grem, an AI-powered stuffed alien toy that the musician Claire Boucher, better known as Grimes, helped develop with toy company Curio. Designed for kids aged three and over and built with OpenAI’s technology, the toy is supposed to “learn” your child’s personality and have fun, educational conversations with them. It’s advertised as a healthier alternative to screen time and is part of a growing market of AI-powered toys. Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago UK smartphone maker Nothing raises $200mn to take on Apple and Samsung

Founder Carl Pei says new funding will allow start-up to design AI devices

Technology

8 h. ago Home Bargains slashes £54 homeware set that 'brightens your kitchen' to £30

The bargain retailer has discounted a three-piece set that's 'stylish' and 'sleek'

Economics

8 h. ago Photos show how an Indonesian motorbike mechanic became a macaw trainer

With two brightly feathered macaws perched on his hands, their long tails brushing against him, Albi Albar Ramli balanced on his motorbike on a Saturday morning before heading off to an open field near his home.

Culture

10 h. ago UK households urged to make one bedroom change in autumn to slash heating bills

This expert advice about choosing the right mattress and bedding in the lead up to autumn could help you shave money off your household bills, all while keeping your bedroom stylish

Society

11 h. ago Regatta's £22 jacket worth £110 'keeps wind and rain out' on blustery autumn days

"Love it, it's perfect for wet weather and it also keeps the wind out. Lovely and roomy"

Economics

15 h. ago Trump team plans to give historically black and tribal colleges $500 million in money taken from DEI program cuts

Shifts in education budget to HBCUs as Trump administration has slashed civil rights investigations and sought to de-emphasize parts of Black history in major U.S. museums

Economics

16 h. ago JOHN MURDOCH'S DRIVE TIME: We feature the new Renault 5 and see how JAECOO are celebrating plug

The Renault 5's design will attract young customers looking to stand out from the crowd and the good news is that it is available from under £23,000.

Politics

16 h. ago 'An eclectic catalogue of insertables' – this LDF exhibition showcases design to goes inside you

'An eclectic catalogue of insertables' – this LDF exhibition showcases design to goes inside you  wallpaper.com

Politics

16 h. ago The Duchess of Kent's mourning grandchildren: Lady Amelia Windsor attends late royal's vigil at Westminster Cathedral with her cousins

The Duchess of Kent's coffin was carried in a royal hearse, designed by Queen Elizabeth, from her home in Kensington to Westminster Cathedral for a private vigil with her immediate family.

Politics

17 h. ago Apple shoppers snatch up iPad Air that's slashed from £175 to under £50 in rare sale

If you've been seeking a way to claim an Apple iPad but don't fancy forking out a fortune, look no further than this rare deal that's axed an iPad Air by a whopping 72%

Economics

17 h. ago Who were the key figures at the Unite the Kingdom rally in London?

At the march attended by at least 110,000 people, Tommy Robinson was joined by some influential supportersBritain witnessed one of the largest far-right demonstrations in recent memory on Saturday in London.Organised by Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, better known as Tommy Robinson, the Unite the Kingdom protest was attended by between 110,000 and 150,000 people, exceeding the estimates of organisers, while about 5,000 “anti-racism” campaigners mounted a counter-protest. Continue reading...

Politics

17 h. ago The Duchess of Kent's mourning grandchildren: Lady Amelia Windsor appears sombre in black as she attends late royal's vigil at Westminster Cathedral with her cousins

The Duchess of Kent's coffin was carried in a royal hearse, designed by Queen Elizabeth, from her home in Kensington to Westminster Cathedral for a private vigil with her immediate family.

Politics

19 h. ago Best pillows 2025, tried and tested for every kind of sleeper

Whether firm or soft, cooling or super thick, the right pillows will help you sleep soundly

Politics