3 h. ago ‘I was sure salvation lay in art’: Marina Otero on death, dance and mental illness

The Argentinian choreographer, known for working out her traumas and neuroses on stage, is bringing her provocative new work, Kill Me, to AustraliaLong ago, Marina Otero decided she would film her life until she dies, as part of an attempt to understand her pain and her preoccupation with death. “I was sure that salvation lay in art,” she says. So when she suffered a mental breakdown in 2022, the Argentinian choreographer decided to keep recording.“It seemed interesting to me, recording the darkest parts of a person,” Otero tells Guardian over Zoom from Madrid, where she is based. Continue reading...

Events

4 h. ago Bennett scores Zimbabwe’s fastest Test century before England regain grip

Only Test, D2: England 565-6d; Zimbabwe 265 & 30-2Stokes shines as England toil before enforcing follow-onThere were a few sideways glances during the first day of Zimbabwe’s first Test match in England for 22 years, followed by calls for cricket’s longest format to adopt a two-division structure. After a flogging like the one their players had just suffered across three sessions, perhaps this was to be expected.But on day two, cheered on by some wonderful pockets of support, the tourists mustered a pushback. First came an improved showing with the ball, England losing three for 67 to declare on 565 for six, followed by something of a fairytale century from opener Brian Bennett. Though bowled out for 265, and closing on 30 for two following on, Zimbabwe had given their hosts a far stiffer outing. Continue reading...

Politics

5 h. ago 'Game changer' Silentnight mattress topper that 'improves sleep immensely' is under £20

A mattress topper can transform an uncomfortable bed, as well as protecting the mattress

Economics

6 h. ago Humiliated Lorraine's absences have 'become a joke': Insiders reveal savage story of ITV bloodbath to KATIE HIND, truth about 'awful' show and why final blow was so 'mortifying for Lorraine'

ITV bosses - after telling staff of an impending bloodbath of cuts - called on just one of those present for an individual meeting. That person, of course, was Lorraine Kelly.

Events

6 h. ago Man 'driven by profit' spared jail over Rottweiler puppies kept in tiny bathroom

'Mr Lynch was clearly not a fit person to be owning animals'

Events

7 h. ago ‘First class’ Whitby holiday rental with ‘beautiful views’ a great base for exploring Yorkshire

We've found a beautiful two-person holiday apartment available to rent that comes highly recommended by previous guests - and it's just 10 minutes from the popular seaside town of Whitby

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8 h. ago Robert Forster: ‘You improve as a person as you get older. I think that’s a fact’

The lauded singer-songwriter takes a wander along the Brisbane streets that formed him and the Go-BetweensWhen I meet former Go-Between Robert Forster at a cafe in the centre of Brisbane for a walk around his home town, it’s no surprise to see a book on the table in front of him. It is The Café With No Name, by Austrian novelist Robert Seethaler – a gift for his wife, Karin Bäumler.Forster picked it up, somewhat reluctantly, from a chain store. A great indie bookshop, he says, is “the one thing that I really miss in Brisbane – the thing that makes me go, this is not a world-class city”. He remembers a time when it was, but it’s not when you might think. Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago Marcus Rashford to Barcelona transfer pathway clear as Man United receive boost

Manchester United need to sell players to make considerable improvements to their squad and Marcus Rashford is listed as an asset who can be sold this summer

Politics

8 h. ago Drumsheds announces 'major' changes addressing queuing and adding a 'decompression area'

A “new era” of the north London superclub is announced, as the venue makes changes based on feedback from clubgoers

Politics

9 h. ago ‘Cheating means the end,’ and eight other relationship myths ruining your love life

Think you need an initial spark, arguing is a no-no or separate beds mean it’s over? Think again, say the expertsFor Toby Ingham, psychotherapist and author of How to Improve Emotional Stability, referring to that sought-after spark as “chemistry” is an interesting analogy. “In dating, it tends to describe an immediate reaction, whereas lots of chemical reactions take time,” he says. Continue reading...

Politics

9 h. ago Inspirational Welsh rugby figure with terminal diagnosis honoured in the middle of toughest challenge yet

The former WRU commercial chief wasn't able to collect the award in person as he's currently rowing from Tenby to Cardiff

Politics

9 h. ago ‘It’s changed me as a person’: College student detained for deportation after traffic stop speaks out

Ximena Arias-Cristobal says dropped charges after traffic arrest ‘opens more doors for me, so we will have to see what happens there’

Politics

9 h. ago Ivan Rakitic: Lamine Yamal would have improved the greatest Barcelona team of all time

Interview: Rakitic was part of arguably football’s greatest team – but he thinks it could have been even better

Politics

11 h. ago Three new synthetic sports pitches open across North Lanarkshire

Each of the 3G all-weather pitches represents a £1.1 million investment, covering ground and drainage improvements, floodlight infrastructure, fencing, and the installation of FIFA-certified surfaces and shock pads.

Politics

11 h. ago Ruben Amorim makes three demands to Man Utd chiefs as every player put up for sale

Manchester United have put every player up for sale but Ruben Amorim wants to see his squad improved this summer in the transfer window after a dreadful season at Old Trafford

Sport

12 h. ago Landmark Edinburgh office project sees restoration of historic Robert Adam townhouse

“The Auction Rooms is a bold addition to Edinburgh’s office market at a time when demand for premium, central workspace is stronger than ever”

Society

12 h. ago Tragic life of man who found James Bulger's body after his life ends in prison cell

James Bulger was tortured and murdered by 10-year-old boys Jon Venables and Robert Thompson after they led him away from his mum outside a butcher's at Bootle Strand shopping centre

Events

12 h. ago Tragic life of man who found James Bulger's body as he's found dead in custody

James Bulger was tortured and murdered by 10-year-old boys Jon Venables and Robert Thompson after they led him away from his mum outside a butcher's at Bootle Strand shopping centre

Events

14 h. ago Renfrewshire Council will spruce up 21 roundabouts to improve visual appeal

Works are expected to cover vegetation clearance, weed removal and planting and pressure cleaning.

Politics

15 h. ago British woman embarking on world record breaking solo voyage reveals poignant reason why she DOESN'T want to succeed

Ella Hibbert, 28, is thought to be the first person to attempt a solo voyage of the Arctic Circle, completing both the northwest and northeast passages in a single trip.

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