22 m. ago Pope Leo attacks wealthy elite who ‘live in bubble of luxury’

Pope Leo echoes his predecessor Pope Francis in calling out economic injustices

Events

25 m. ago Macron on ‘last chance’ as he promises new French prime minister within 48 hours

The French president is seeking his sixth prime minister in under two years after the resignation of Sebastien Lecornu

Politics

38 m. ago The Hermes Experiment: Tree album review – vivid voices and bold textures from inventive ensemble

(Delphian)An exhilarating album of new and reimagined works by Errollyn Wallen, Laura Moody and others reaffirms this group’s reputation for fearless musical curiosityThe third album from the Hermes Experiment again shows what a liberating force in contemporary music this ensemble have become. Beautifully thought through and rewardingly eclectic, Tree begins in a melancholy but open style with Islands by Marianne Schofield, the ensemble’s bassist, and ends with the title track by Errollyn Wallen, unfolding over a steady bass like something by Purcell.Clarinettist Oliver Pashley and singer Héloïse Werner contribute their own songs while harpist Anne Denholm-Blair provides a subtly textured arrangement of Nicola LeFanu’s wistful song The Bourne. Schofield is also behind a gorgeous version of Les Rossignols by Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre, initially halting and ethereal, then coalescing into something approaching its 17th-century original. Abel Selaocoe’s Buhle Bendalo is full of bea...

Politics

60 m. ago Pep Guardiola's reason for leaving club as he's told he should now quit Man City

After Pep Guardiola was told to quit Manchester City and pursue a fresh challenge, here's what he said about leaving Barcelona following an incredible era of success

Politics

89 m. ago Zelenskyy says he will nominate Trump for Nobel peace prize if he secures Ukraine ceasefire – Europe live

US president has claimed he deserves the award for what he has described as his work in securing ‘numerous’ peace dealsBelow is a video published by the Guardian showing Ukrainian firefighters tackling blazes in burning shipping containers after a Russian drone attack injured at least five people in Odesa.The attack cut power to 30,000 people and damaged the city’s port infrastructure. Continue reading...

Politics

91 m. ago Pope Leo attacks wealthy elite who ‘live in a bubble of luxury’

Pope Leo echoes his predecessor Pope Francis in calling out economic injustices

Events

2 h. ago Cooper affirms UK’s commitment to stability in Western Balkans at summit

The Foreign Secretary welcomed counterparts from across the region to the historic venue in Co Down on Thursday morning.

Politics

2 h. ago I drank Spatone every day to see if it could boost my iron levels – here’s what I found

Mixing Spatone with fruit juice is the best way to start the day

Politics

3 h. ago Macron on ‘last chance’ as he seeks new French prime minister within 48 hours

Macron is seeking his sixth prime minister in under two years after the resignation of Sebastien Lecornu

Politics

3 h. ago Celebrity Traitors UK: who is Tom Daley and how many Olympic medals did he win? Explained

Tom Daley had an incredible record at the Olympics - but now he is on Celebrity Traitors 📺

Politics

3 h. ago Ukrainian counteroffensive has derailed Russian plans to capture parts of Donetsk, says Zelenskyy – Europe live

Ukrainian president accuses Russia of wanting to sow ‘chaos’ with overnight attacks on energy and rail infrastructure, but says Ukrainian long-range strikes have caused gas shortages in RussiaBelow is a video published by the Guardian showing Ukrainian firefighters tackling blazes in burning shipping containers after a Russian drone attack injured at least five people in Odesa.The attack cut power to 30,000 people and damaged the city’s port infrastructure. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago Ryanair flight to Scotland forced to divert after emergency incident declared

A RYANAIR flight heading to Scotland was forced to divert following a mid-air emergency. The Edinburgh-bound aircraft took off from Lanzarote Airport just after 11am on October 7. Flight FR5594 was making its way to the Scottish capital before being diverted to Portugal. It landed at Porto Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport just before 12.45pm....

Politics

4 h. ago Pope Leo blasts economy that marginalizes poor while wealthy live in bubble of luxury

Pope Leo XIV has blasted how wealthy people live in a “bubble of comfort and luxury” while the poor suffer

Economics

4 h. ago One kitchen staple cleans skirting boards and leaves them 'gleaming'

Cleaning skirting boards can feel like a daunting task when scuff marks and dirt refuse to budge. But a simple method can easily change that

Politics

4 h. ago Estee Lauder's 'incredible' Blockbuster bundle is back to save you over £300 on full size skincare

Estee Lauder has brought back its huge Blockbuster Set for 2025, and beauty lovers can snap up the bundle worth £427 for hundreds less at LookFantastic

Economics

5 h. ago Gavin and Stacey star Joanna Page reveals plans to quit television career and retrain as a sex therapist

Joanna has her own wildlife programme, fittingly titled Joanna Page's Wild Life which airs on BBC Two and sees her become a rescue volunteer, tending to vulnerable animals.

Politics

5 h. ago Michael C Hall shares exciting news for Dexter fans: ‘The story continues’

Franchise’s future just got brighter

Politics

6 h. ago Phasmophobia Crimson Eye event starts today and here's what you need to know

The Phasmophobia Crimson Eye Halloween 2025 event is here and there are some spooktacular rewards to be unlocked

Politics

6 h. ago Dexter: Resurrection gets thrilling update on future as Michael C Hall spills details

The latest entry in the gripping Dexter franchise has just confirmed a huge update straight from Michael C Hall himself

Politics

6 h. ago Woman 'gasps' after amazing charity shop purchase but struggles to get it home

After spotting the incredible charity shop haul, the customer admitted she struggled to transport the goods home on the bus mainly down to the size of her purchase

Society