4 h. ago World Cup qualifying: Big win for Northern Ireland while Mbappé helps France close in

Kimmich nets twice as Germany beat LuxembourgNorth Macedonia hold Belgium to goalless drawTrai Hume’s first Northern Ireland goal helped them to a 2-0 win over Slovakia to keep their World Cup qualifying campaign on track. Patrik Hrosovsky’s 18th-minute own goal rewarded Northern Ireland for a strong start but, after wasting two outstanding chances to double their lead either side of the break, they endured some nervy moments before Hume lifted the ball over the stranded Martin Dubravka with 10 minutes to go.“The keeper has come to clear it, and I just had to guide it towards the goal and thankfully I did,” Hume told BBC Northern Ireland. “It was a great night, good performance and the most important thing is the three points. I think we deserved it.” Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Foreign Office guidance ahead of new EU EES entry rules from Sunday

The new rules are coming in gradually

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5 h. ago The 52 ages of travel: Our ultimate guide to the rules and restrictions

Your age (and sometimes your height) governs the travelling you can do, from minus 12 weeks to 99 years old

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10 h. ago The definitive guide to which dog is best for YOU: From hidden costs to secret medical issues, DR PETE WEDDERBURN reveals everything you need to know about these popular breeds

How do you choose your friends? Do you demand a meeting with their mother and father? Well, you should... if you're choosing a dog to be your family's new best friend.

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11 h. ago The Guide #212: The Taylor Swift backlash has me asking: how much good music can one artist really produce?

In this week’s newsletter: The mixed response to The Life of a Showgirl is proof that even the biggest star isn’t immune to creative burnoutAmid the flood of discourse around Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl, one recurring sentiment jumped out: that the album – which many critics have declared a misstep in Swift’s otherwise consistently solid discography – felt hurried, hasty, rushed. “The Life of a Showgirl Is 40 Minutes of Elevator Music Rushed Out to Break a Beatles Record”, read the particularly savage headline of a piece on Collider. In the Guardian music desk’s excellent round table on the album, just about every panellist expressed a wish that Swift would take a break from the constant churn of releasing records, in order to recapture a lost spark.And it has been quite the churn. Since 2019 Swift has on average released an album a year, and that’s not counting the Taylor’s Version re-records of her older albums. All of this managed alongside a certain billion-dollar-gros...

Culture

11 h. ago How to start collecting: tips on buying art from Sadie Coles, Victoria Miro, Charlene Prempeh and more

Daunted by investing in ‘proper art’? You needn’t be, with our insiders’ guide

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11 h. ago Mesmerising sea views at cottage with auction price way below area average

Going to auction with a guide price of £290,000 it's a renovation project in an enviable coastal location

Economics

13 h. ago Phones and smartwatches to be heavily restricted in schools in one part of Wales

The word 'ban' proved to be an issue and the guidance due to be sent out in a letter to parents next month will be watered down following feedback

Politics

15 h. ago Guide dog 'brought back joy' for Paisley man after losing wife and job following retinal tear

Guide dog Marine helped Carlos Rodriguez gain his confidence back after losing his wife and his job.

Politics

18 h. ago RAC urges motorists to put one thing on their phones amid 'frustrating' problem

The RAC has issued guidance to drivers on parking apps as it spoke of the 'frustration' many motorists encounter

Politics

18 h. ago Victoria Siddall's guide to London: The Old Vic, karaoke and Toklas

The National Portrait Gallery director shares her insider guide to the capital, and stories of living in Camden in the midst of the Britpop era

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18 h. ago The Standard's Diwali gift guide 2025: Bright ideas for the whole family

Let there be light! Gifts to give this Diwali

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22 h. ago Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Friday, October 10, 2025

Read what the stars mean for you today, from Libra to Gemini

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27 h. ago BBC presenter was sacked after ‘deeply inappropriate’ radio segments that went ‘well beyond innuendo’, tribunal hears

A BBC radio presenter who was sacked for his inappropriate radio segments says he thought he was acting within the guidelines. Jack Murley, from Bodmin, was employed by BBC Radio Cornwall, in Truro, from 2019 until he was taken off air by the broadcaster in 2023. His dismissal came after a "heated conversation" with his boss over his...

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28 h. ago Horoscope today, October 10, 2025: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 Saturn’s influence starts your day with a strong cash drive – so review spending...

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29 h. ago The impact TV and films are having on the mental health of young people

New calls for age ratings and additional guidance have been made in light of the survey

Culture

34 h. ago The Standard's Diwali 2025 gift guide: Bright ideas for the whole family

Let there be light! Gifts to give this Diwali

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35 h. ago The ultimate guide to Costa Rica, according to a wellness editor

I’ve travelled all over the world in search of wellbeing and Costa Rica has always been a place that’s topped my bucket list. I’d read about the healing power of the protected jungles and reefs, the incredible biodiversity of the landscapes and the alternative stripped-back lifestyle embraced by so many residents of the Central American sovereign state.

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35 h. ago Jon Brady explains the addiction of football management that coaches just can’t kick

The Australian tactician, who guided Northampton Town back to League One, talks to Miguel Delaney about his management journey and the blueprint for developing players and culture

Sport

36 h. ago Scots blind man who weighed 27st says guide dog saved his life

Carlos Rodriguez, 47, from Paisley, became depressed and suicidal after losing almost all of his vision.

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37 h. ago UKHSA explains key differences between Covid, flu, cold and other winter bugs

The guidance comes amidst a spike in coronavirus cases across the UK

Science

40 h. ago Prince William reveals how the Royal Family were in hysterics over a Windsor Castle tourist's remark during Eugene Levy's travel series

In an episode of The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy, the Prince of Wales revealed that tour guides at Windsor Castle often share feedback from tourists who visit the 11th century estate.

Politics

41 h. ago Who should avoid the flu jab? NHS issues guidance for two key groups as vaccine season unfolds

The NHS flu vaccination programme is underway but two groups may need to exercise caution or avoid the jab

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41 h. ago Revealed: The 4 terrifying airplane issues that happen MUCH more often than you think

Dr Guido Carim Junior, a lecturer in aviation at Griffith University in Australia, says there are four airplane failures that 'are more common than you think'.

Events

42 h. ago Glasgow restaurant offers Michelin star Scottish food experience at just £55 per person

The Michelin Guide has put together a list of their starred restaurants that go out of their way to offer more affordable ways to enjoy their fabulous cooking

Society

42 h. ago You can help guide the future of historic sites like Bothwell Castle

Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has launched a consultation to guide how the nation’s historic places, objects and archives are cared for and used.

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46 h. ago How to start an art collection — top London gallerists reveal how to find your style and where to buy

Daunted by investing in ‘proper art’? You needn’t be, with our insiders’ guide

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46 h. ago Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Thursday, October 9, 2025

Read what the stars mean for you today, from Libra to Gemini

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46 h. ago Scottish ministers' commitment to new guidance could see fish farms prosecuted for poor welfare

While demand for salmon continues to grow, pressure mounts to keep the welfare of farmed fish in check

Politics

46 h. ago Emily Beecham on Buddhism, boundaries and embracing change: ‘Pain and happiness are both temporary’

The Cannes-winning actor joins the Like This Love This podcast to share the self-help book that’s helped her weather life’s uncertainties – and why embracing impermanence has become a guiding principle

Politics

51 h. ago How to stay married, by JILLY COOPER. No one knew more about affairs of the heart

More than 40 years ago, I wrote a piece for a newspaper about the screaming domestic chaos of my first months of marriage.

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52 h. ago Horoscope today, October 9, 2025: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 When you show clearly who and what you truly value, other aspects of your...

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52 h. ago Three Keys and Three Stars: Why The Connaught is the Ultimate Luxury Icon

Three Keys and Three Stars: Why The Connaught is the Ultimate Luxury Icon  MICHELIN Guide

Politics

58 h. ago Charlotte Church holding 'witchcraft' sessions at her Welsh retreat amid £800,000 debt

Church, 39, describes herself as a ‘spiritual guide’ in the £3,000 four-night retreat

Economics

60 h. ago Face mask rules introduced in some UK hospitals as Covid cases rise

It follows guidance from NHS England

Science

64 h. ago Your definitive guide to laundry, including how often every item should be washed, the ideal temperature to preserve your clothes and the first step you should always take on stains

Considering how much laundry most of us will do in our lifetime, it's astonishing how few of us actually know what we're doing.

Economics

65 h. ago The critical difference that means peace is closer than ever in Israel

Negotiators for both sides are in Egypt, with Trump’s plan being treated as a guidebook rather than the finished product. Chief international correspondent Bel Trew has been speaking to officials behind the scenes

Politics

66 h. ago What time is Celebrity Traitors on tonight? Plus full episode schedule

Here’s everything you need to know about the new season

Politics

68 h. ago All Mount Everest hikers brought back to safety after being stuck for days in ‘violent’ blizzard

Mass search-and-rescue mission involved local guides, villagers, and officials

Politics

69 h. ago A Want in Her review – daughter’s searing portrait of family addiction and mental illness

Film-maker Myrid Carten exposes her relationship with her mother – who has both bipolar disorder and alcoholism – in this painful but powerful documentaryFor anyone who has been close to an alcoholic, or someone with mental-health issues or, as is the case here, both at once, this is a hard watch. Film-maker Myrid Carten, who holds the camera much of the time as well as directing, exposes here the open wound that is her relationship with her mother Nuala, who has both bipolar disorder and alcoholism. Nuala often goes missing on binges, and as the film opens we hear Myrid telling someone on the phone how she just spotted her mother on a Belfast street in a total state, but recognisable because of the glamorous high-heeled shoes she was wearing.You’d struggle to realise this is the same woman we see in news footage from years earlier: soignée, composed and described as a social worker who has written a guidance paper for police on how to handle victims of domestic abuse. The Nuala of ...

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2 d. ago Broad horizons: Why a cruise through Norfolk is the perfect laid

Cruising down the Broads as a family of three proved to be the perfect reboot for Douglas Blyde

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2 d. ago Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Read what the stars mean for you today, from Libra to Gemini

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3 d. ago Everest hikers guided to safety after being stranded by blizzard

About 900 hikers, guides, and staff stranded by a snowstorm on Mount Everest’s Chinese side have reached safety

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3 d. ago Mount Everest rescue: all hikers now safe after days stranded in powerful blizzard

Hundreds of hikers encountered deep snow in the isolated Karma valley after an unusually powerful blizzardRescuers guided all of the remaining trekkers near the east face of Everest in Tibet to safety, including hundreds of local guides and yak herders, authorities said, ending one of the largest search-and-rescue operations in the region.Hundreds of hikers were stranded in deep snow over the weekend in the isolated Karma valley after an unusually powerful blizzard dumped heavy snowfall in the region. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Hundreds of hikers rescued from Mount Everest after severe snowstorm

About 900 hikers, guides, and staff stranded by a snowstorm on Mount Everest's Chinese side have reached safety

Events

3 d. ago Horoscope today, October 8, 2025: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 Money that really means something to you is at the forefront of your chart...

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3 d. ago A guide to peculiar British road etiquette for Americans (including the art of the ‘thank you’ wave)

TV personality and car enthusiast Freddie Browne has produced a video outlining how to ‘drive British’. And Brits were asked in a survey which road rules Americans should learn...

Politics

3 d. ago ‘We’re the closest we’ve ever been to ending the war’: Inside the Hamas

Hamas and Israeli negotiators are in Egypt, with Trump’s plan being treated like a guidebook rather than the deal itself. Chief international correspondent Bel Trew has been speaking to officials behind the scenes

Events

3 d. ago The Manchester rooftop restaurant with stunning views added to Michelin Guide

The dining spot, tucked away on the eighth floor of a city centre office building, has finally made the cut

Politics

3 d. ago Arsenal vs Lyon live: Gunners begin Women’s Champions League defence against eight

Renee Slegers guided the Gunners to a first European title in 18 years last term

Sport

3 d. ago According to sports medicine experts, here’s how to maintain an exercise routine

Three-quarters of Americans aren’t getting the exercise they need to stay fit and active

Science

3 d. ago New 8p and 14p rules you must follow if you drive electric company car

Thousands of drivers could be impacted by the new HMRC guidance for those with electric vehicles, specifically company car users

Transport

3 d. ago Over 40 new channels now FREE to watch including sports and classic shows – but you won’t find them on the TV guide

BRITS can access more than 40 new channels completely free from today - but you won't find them on the usual TV guide. As with many new launches these days, the channels are streamed online via one of the world's most popular devices. Roku has introduced the channels to UK users, with sport, entertainment, drama...

Culture

3 d. ago How much do new windows cost in the UK? A guide to 2025 prices

Here’s our guide on how much windows cost in the UK, depended on the different types of glazing

Economics

3 d. ago Oxford Half marathon all you need to know from route, where to watch and road closures

The Oxford Half Marathon is back and here's the guide you need to running it, watching and even avoiding it if you're not taking part this year

Politics

3 d. ago Landmark report updates guidance on diet and meat consumption

The EAT-Lancet Commission says a shift towards its planetary health diet could prevent 40,000 early deaths a day

Events

3 d. ago My passport is valid but the airline has stopped me from boarding – what should I do?

A guide on what to do if you’re incorrectly turned away from travel for an invalid passport

Politics

3 d. ago Wembley: How to beat the rush when 90,000 people leave the stadium

Our guide to the best travel options for getting home from Wembley Stadium

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3 d. ago My passport is valid but the airline have stopped me from boarding – what should I do?

A guide on what to do if you’re incorrectly turned away from travel for an invalid passport

Politics

3 d. ago A massive immersive adaptation of ‘The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ will open in London next month

A massive immersive adaptation of ‘The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ will open in London next month  Time Out Worldwide

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3 d. ago Sex Matters drops Scottish Government legal challenge on single

The group has asked the government to clarify its new guidance for trans and non-binary staff.

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3 d. ago Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Read what the stars mean for you today, from Libra to Gemini

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4 d. ago Horoscope today, October 7 2025: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column is being kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 Questions, rather than answers, are a gift of the full moon in Aries. Life...

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4 d. ago Gary McAllister grins at Steven Gerrard Rangers manager return question amid swirls of Ibrox reunion

The duo guided Gers to their 55th league title back in 2021 before moving onto Aston Villa

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4 d. ago Major update in search for Brit tourist who ‘may have been eaten by a crocodile’ after ‘vanishing’ in South Africa

A MAJOR update in the hunt for a missing British hiker has come just a week after the search kicked off. British tourist Elaine McSorley vanished after embarking on a self-guided hike from her South African hotel last week. But the search for the missing 71-year-old has been called off with no trace of her,...

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4 d. ago Here’s how experts say you can stick with an exercise routine

Three-quarters of Americans aren’t getting the exercise they need to stay fit and active

Politics

4 d. ago An expert guide to preparing your garden for winter floods this year

Despite a long, dry summer and a relatively parched September, the inevitable return of heavy rain often catches gardeners unprepared, leaving prized plants struggling and outdoor spaces waterlogged.

Events

4 d. ago Revealed: Which slimming jab REALLY works best. The doctors' ultimate expert guide on which to pick, how to save money, beat every side effect... and what you need to know about the 'golden dose'

First there were Victoza and Saxenda, then Ozempic seized the spotlight - followed by Wegovy and Mounjaro. And ever-better products have been promised soon.

Economics

4 d. ago Is the Cotswolds now accessible? A wheelchair user’s guide on where to go and how to get around

This pretty region is wildly popular among tourists keen to enjoy the quaint villages, traditional pubs and rolling countryside - but how easy are these to experience if you have a disability? Carrie-Ann Lightly shares her experience

Politics

4 d. ago Dedicated toilets for transgender pupils in Renfrewshire schools

Education chiefs at Renfrewshire Council confirmed the provision of single sex and gender neutral spaces as they prepare to implement new guidance published by the Scottish Government.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘It’s the right time’ – Luke Littler announces shock split after years of ‘amazing times’ together

LUKE LITTLER has sensationally split with the manager who guided him into the professional ranks and to the 2025 world darts title. The Nuke has announced on Instagram that he will no longer be part of the ZXF Management stable run by Martin Foulds, which he joined in 2020. Foulds – who has been managing...

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4 d. ago Best Amazon Prime Day 2025 deals to know, from Kindle to Oral

Consider this your ultimate guide to navigating the October sale

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4 d. ago Six London restaurants were just added to the Michelin Guide

Six London restaurants were just added to the Michelin Guide  Time Out Worldwide

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4 d. ago Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Monday, October 6, 2025

Read what the stars mean for you today, from Libra to Gemini

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5 d. ago Dr Mosley's NEW Very Fast 800 diet: Michael Mosley's doctor son has adapted his diet to turbo

I worked closely with the much-missed Dr Michael Mosley and his wife, Dr Clare Bailey Mosley, on the popular Fast 800 books. Here's a guide to it...

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5 d. ago Horoscope today, October 6, 2025: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 Your ability to manage stronger feelings is building up, and you are the best...

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5 d. ago Mount Everest rescue under way after snowstorm traps nearly 1,000 people

Hundreds of trekkers stranded by blizzard on eastern face of mountain in Tibet already guided to safety by rescuersRescue efforts are under way on Mount Everest after a snowstorm trapped nearly 1,000 people in campsites on the eastern side of the mountain, according to Chinese state media.Hundreds of trekkers stranded by a blizzard near the eastern face of the mountain in Tibet were guided to safety by rescuers on Sunday, as unusually heavy precipitation including rain pummelled the Himalayas. Continue reading...

Events

5 d. ago Lana Del Rey makes extremely rare appearance with her alligator tour guide husband Jeremy Dufrene at Paris Fashion Week's Valentino show

Lana Del Rey made an extremely rare appearance with her alligator tour guide husband Jeremy Dufrene at Paris Fashion Week's Valentino show on Sunday.

Culture

5 d. ago Australian bird of the year: an avian popularity contest with a deeper purpose

Voting is now open in the 2025 poll, but as you cast your ballot, here are some critical numbers to bear in mindGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSee more Australian bird of the year contentBird of the year is an antidote to an increasingly grim news cycle, and a celebration of Australia’s extraordinary and unique native wildlife. But it’s also a numbers game.Taking history as a guide, more than 300,000 votes could be lodged over nine days, starting at 6am AEDT on 6 October, as people from across the globe vote for their favourite Australian bird species for 2025. Continue reading...

Culture

5 d. ago ‘Baltimore has the worst PR of any city in America’: a culture critic on his hometown, race, police and art

Lawrence Burney’s new book, No Sense in Wishing, comes at a time when the US is facing a crackdown on cities, art, culture and educationLawrence Burney’s latest, No Sense in Wishing, is a book in which the famous phenom and dark horse share equal weight on the page. It’s also a love letter to Baltimore – to its artists, its crabs and its streets – and a Bildungsroman that finds its heroes in Lupe Fiasco and Frederick Douglass alike.Burney, a Baltimore native, culture critic, and essayist, guides us through a memoir about the art, whether films or paintings or song lyrics, that have informed his personal and professional trajectory. He writes about growing up amongst artists with Black family traditions rooted in the Chesapeake, his journey through fatherhood at 19, and then to New York, where he helped spearhead Vice’s coverage of lesser known rap and hip-hop artists otherwise left out of mainstream media coverage. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago ‘Baltimore has the worst PR of any city in America’: a culture critic on his home town, race, police and art

Lawrence Burney’s new book, No Sense in Wishing, comes at a time when the US is facing a crackdown on cities, art, culture and educationLawrence Burney’s latest, No Sense in Wishing, is a book in which the famous phenom and dark horse share equal weight on the page. It’s also a love letter to Baltimore – to its artists, its crabs and its streets – and a Bildungsroman that finds its heroes in Lupe Fiasco and Frederick Douglass alike.Burney, a Baltimore native, culture critic, and essayist, guides us through a memoir about the art, whether films or paintings or song lyrics, that have informed his personal and professional trajectory. He writes about growing up amongst artists with Black family traditions rooted in the Chesapeake, his journey through fatherhood at 19, and then to New York, where he helped spearhead Vice’s coverage of lesser known rap and hip-hop artists otherwise left out of mainstream media coverage. Continue reading...

Events

5 d. ago ‘We all need someone’: the hairdressers tackling stigma of mental heath issues in west Africa

In Cameroon, Ivory Coast and Togo, where therapy services are almost absent, some stylists are being trained to listen, comfort and guideYopougon, the largest of Abidjan’s 13 communes, with a population of 1.5 million, is known for its entrepreneurial grit, its bubbly nightlife and, in pop culture, as being the birthplace of Francophone Africa’s most popular comic character, Aya de Yopougon.Beneath the bustle, it is also home to another taboo-busting pioneer: 49-year-old Adjoua Catherine Tano, a hairdresser who has spent two decades offering mental health advice, or just listening quietly as she cuts her clients’ hair. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago ‘We all need someone’: the hairdressers tackling stigma of mental health issues in west Africa

In Cameroon, Ivory Coast and Togo, where therapy services are almost absent, some stylists are being trained to listen, comfort and guideYopougon, the largest of Abidjan’s 13 communes, with a population of 1.5 million, is known for its entrepreneurial grit, its bubbly nightlife and, in pop culture, as being the birthplace of Francophone Africa’s most popular comic character, Aya de Yopougon.Beneath the bustle, it is also home to another taboo-busting pioneer: 49-year-old Adjoua Catherine Tano, a hairdresser who has spent two decades offering mental health advice, or just listening quietly as she cuts her clients’ hair. Continue reading...

Society

5 d. ago Gen Z is turning to the stars to guide their dating lives and this is why

As many people are turning to their horoscopes to predict their love life, Tinder have watched the passion for astrology play out on the popular dating app - and an expert weighs in on why

Politics

5 d. ago Full list of 'severe' disease symptoms for anyone who drinks

A large number of people across the UK regularly drink more than the recommended guidelines, which can result in a specific form of liver damage known as alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD)

Politics

6 d. ago 'Man the phones' is sexist and calling older people 'pensioners' is ageist, industry guidance for insurers says

'Man the phones' and 'man the desk' are some of the phrases the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has told its members to avoid in its recently released inclusive language guide.

Politics

6 d. ago Five of Spain’s most walkable cities (including one with a 6mph speed limit for cars)

These cities are worlds within worlds, where Unesco-listed cathedrals can be found right next door to spectacular museums and restaurants. US Travel Editor Ted Thornhill is your guide...

Politics

6 d. ago Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe tips 2025: Predictions, odds and betting guide for Longchamp

Racing correspondent Jonathan Doidge brings us his horse racing tips for Sunday’s stellar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe card at Longchamp

Sport

6 d. ago Scarlett Moffatt return to Gogglebox in doubt over golden rule

Scarlett Moffatt has opened up about her time on Gogglebox and whether she would ever return to the Channel 4 show, as she admitted she still uses it as a TV guide

Politics

6 d. ago An Autumn guide to Amsterdam: chic design hotels and majestic museums

Forget tulip season, and the city’s big 750th birthday celebrations, now is the time to best enjoy Dam’s cultural credentials, says Jonathan Prynn

Politics

6 d. ago From the BFI London film festival to Taylor Swift: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead

From the BFI London film festival to Taylor Swift: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead  The Guardian

Culture

6 d. ago What to do on a weekend in Barcelona according to locals – from hotels to restaurants

Barcelona is the perfect city break destination, with sun, sea, history and culture, along with everything you expect from a modern city – and all just a couple of hours' flight from the UK

Society

7 d. ago Let it reign: The best wet weather outfit ideas for women from coats to boots and bags

London’s rain isn’t going anywhere, so we might as well master the art of dressing for it. Saskia Kemsley presents her foolproof guide to wet-weather dressing

Politics

7 d. ago The Best Hotels in Shoreditch: Where Spirit and Style Converge in East London

The Best Hotels in Shoreditch: Where Spirit and Style Converge in East London  MICHELIN Guide

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7 d. ago The Guide #211: What the world is watching, from Brazilian telenovelas to superheroes made of red bean paste

In this week’s newsletter: Guardian writers spotlight the much-loved shows in the country they live, including Jamaican breakfast telly, Big Brother Naija and X Factor for Polish pianistsA little while ago the Guide looked at the wave of international post-apocalyptic dramas washing up on our shores, bringing tales of climate catastrophe, violent autocracy and alien invasions from as far afield as Argentina, Nigeria and Korea. As well as revealing just how terrified the whole world is of the prospect of institutional collapse, it also – somewhat more positively – underscored what a globally connected industry TV is in 2025. Streaming networks, satellite channels, YouTube and hooky pirate streams can instantly serve up local content from every continent (Antartica excepted, though I’d love to hear if there’s a penguin mob drama from King George Island that I’ve missed).Still, as intermingled as TV is these days, there are still so many programmes that will probably never reach our sh...

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7 d. ago I've visited all 27 Caribbean islands as a travel expert. Here's the definitive guide on which to go to, the best bargains... and the ones to avoid like the plague. Now's the time to book

Deciding where to put your toes in the sand this winter is a lot of fun, but to make things easier here are my ten favourite Caribbean islands - and which to book depending on your preferences.

Transport

7 d. ago The Wetherspoons hotel that's been named one of the UK's best pubs

A Wetherspoons hotel has been named one of the UK's best pubs - and boasts a beautiful beachside location. The hotel in the coastal town is ranked in CAMRA's Good Beer Guide.

Politics

7 d. ago ‘We need anger to fight for our lives’: Mexican musician Silvana Estrada on grief, violence and the indignity of ‘el ghosting’

Estrada’s lovelorn debut album won her a Latin Grammy, but for its follow-up she wanted to leave sadness behind. Then, the very different losses of two friends brought out a newfound sense of furySilvana Estrada spent 25 years “not knowing how to get angry”, she says. “That cost me so much energy and dignity.” Sadness, though, she had always understood: “I live with her very close to me.” Now 28, the Mexican singer-songwriter grew up outside Veracruz, a city on the Gulf of Mexico, “witnessing violence from so many angles”: rampant femicide, narcoculture, environmental attacks on the coffee plantations and rivers of her home. As a lonely teenager, she discovered Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald. They helped guide the darkness she felt and introduced her to vocal improvisation. Estrada, born to a family of luthiers, started making her own music, played on a four-string Venezuelan cuatro and inspired by Mexican son jarocho (folk music). The title of her acclaimed 2022 deb...

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7 d. ago Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Friday, October 3, 2025

Read what the stars mean for you today, from Libra to Gemini

Politics

7 d. ago Decoding Taylor Swift’s 'The Life a Showgirl': A guide to her references

Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," is packed with Easter eggs for fans to decode

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