4 h. ago Happy St George's Day... oh wait: Church of England reveals annual celebration has MOVED this year save from breaking an age

St George's Day usually takes place every year on April 23. But this year's feast day has been moved - after a ruling by the Church of England.

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6 h. ago VE Day 2025: Veterans and celebs issue moving rallying cry for public to celebrate

With the 80th anniversary of VE Day in just two weeks time veterans have called on the public to mobilise and celebrate it - Brits are urged to have a street party, a picnic in the park or a BBQ

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12 h. ago Earth Day marks the chance to help save the planet. The environment was already on the edge before Trump took office

Scientists are calling for rapid action to curb emissions as the Trump administration embraces the fossil fuel industry

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20 h. ago ‘I hope I’ll one day be at peace’: civilians seek mental health help in war

People traumatised by conflict have queued outside the Saint Vincent de Paul neuropsychiatric hospital in Goma each day since free scheme launchedOn a sunny morning in the city of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, where fighting between the M23 rebel group and the Congolese army raged earlier this year, men and women rushed towards a line of chairs outside a medical facility.Since 24 March, the Saint Vincent de Paul neuropsychiatric hospital, a medical facility for people with mental health issues, has been offering free consultations on a first-come first-served basis for people affected by the fighting. Dozens have lined up to be seen each day. Continue reading...

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21 h. ago What is Earth Day? History, when do we celebrate, what is the 2025 theme, what's happening in Scotland?

This year will see the 55th annual Earth Day shine a spotlight on environmental issues.

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41 h. ago Emperor penguins and a fake crime scene: photos of the day – Monday

The Guardian’s picture editors select photographs from around the world Continue reading...

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43 h. ago Martin Lewis issues advice to 800,000 households who could be owed hundreds in a tax refund

Martin Lewis had issued advice to anyone who has moved home since 1993. The money expert, 52, revealed if you've moved house in the last 31 years you could be owed money.

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44 h. ago China to retaliate with sanctions on US officials, NGO leaders over Hong Kong issues

China will sanction U.S. officials, lawmakers and leaders of non-governmental organizations who Chinese officials say have performed poorly on Hong Kong issues in a retaliatory move against Washington

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45 h. ago Snooker World Championship Monday First Round: Who is playing today, who's through, prize money, odds

It’s day three of the 2025 World Snooker Championship.

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46 h. ago PHOTO COLLECTION: AP Top Photos of the Day, Monday, April 21, 2025

This is a photo collection curated by AP photo editors.

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55 h. ago Chris Wakelin holds off Neil Robertson to reach second round for the first time

The former world champion bowed out on day two of the 2025 event.

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3 d. ago ‘I butt heads with my family nearly every day’: Australians who have grown up in the family business

Three owners – from a gelato maker to a memorial mason – share what it’s like carrying on the family tradeFamily businesses account for about 70% of Australian businesses, which means a lot of people’s colleagues are also their flesh and blood. While there can be additional stress when working with your parents, siblings and children, there’s also the opportunity for collaboration, creative expression and tradition. Here, three business owners share the journey of joining the family trade and what they have learned in the process. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago 'Disaster waiting to happen' as serial killer nicknamed 'Hannibal the Cannibal' who spent 46 years in glass cage is moved after going on hunger strike over removal of his beloved PlayStation

A friend of Robert Maudsley, also known as 'Hannibal the Cannibal', has issued stark warning after the serial killer was moved from his glass cage after going on hunger strike.

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3 d. ago The full list of VE Day 80th anniversary events happening in Wales

When is VE Day 2025 and what is happening in Wales? We’ve compiled a guide to picnics, street parties and parades organised across the country

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4 d. ago Burnley close on promotion with comeback win at Watford amid EFL drama: football

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendHave any thoughts? Send them over to Niall via emailIt was an interesting night for Chelsea. They are through to a European semi-final but they got booed off the pitch as it happened. From west London, Jacob Steinberg wrote:Losing 2-1 to Legia Warsaw on the night was embarrassing. Chelsea, who seemed intent on giving the fifth-best side in Poland hope of pulling off a comeback for the ages at a disgruntled Stamford Bridge, were shambolic and easily could have crashed out.No wonder Maresca is not feeling the love from the crowd. Nobody celebrated Chelsea squeezing into a Conference League semi-final against Djurgården after winning 4-2 on aggregate. The defending was miserable and the attack was poor. Filip Jörgensen, Robert Sánchez’s understudy, was jittery in goal and the worries around Cole Palmer’s slump are not going away.It was a poor performance. We had a 3-0 lead – maybe that played a part in taking our foot off the gas. M...

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4 d. ago Championship updates; Holland sacked; Slot’s ‘big summer’: football – live

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendHave any thoughts? Send them over to Niall via emailIt was an interesting night for Chelsea. They are through to a European semi-final but they got booed off the pitch as it happened. From west London, Jacob Steinberg wrote:Losing 2-1 to Legia Warsaw on the night was embarrassing. Chelsea, who seemed intent on giving the fifth-best side in Poland hope of pulling off a comeback for the ages at a disgruntled Stamford Bridge, were shambolic and easily could have crashed out.No wonder Maresca is not feeling the love from the crowd. Nobody celebrated Chelsea squeezing into a Conference League semi-final against Djurgården after winning 4-2 on aggregate. The defending was miserable and the attack was poor. Filip Jörgensen, Robert Sánchez’s understudy, was jittery in goal and the worries around Cole Palmer’s slump are not going away.It was a poor performance. We had a 3-0 lead – maybe that played a part in taking our foot off the gas. M...

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4 d. ago Derby v Luton on a big day in EFL; Holland sacked and Slot’s ‘big summer’: football – live

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendHave any thoughts? Send them over to Dave via emailIt was an interesting night for Chelsea. They are through to a European semi-final but they got booed off the pitch as it happened. From west London, Jacob Steinberg wrote:Losing 2-1 to Legia Warsaw on the night was embarrassing. Chelsea, who seemed intent on giving the fifth-best side in Poland hope of pulling off a comeback for the ages at a disgruntled Stamford Bridge, were shambolic and easily could have crashed out.No wonder Maresca is not feeling the love from the crowd. Nobody celebrated Chelsea squeezing into a Conference League semi-final against Djurgården after winning 4-2 on aggregate. The defending was miserable and the attack was poor. Filip Jörgensen, Robert Sánchez’s understudy, was jittery in goal and the worries around Cole Palmer’s slump are not going away.It was a poor performance. We had a 3-0 lead – maybe that played a part in taking our foot off the gas. Ma...

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4 d. ago Breaking waves and holy processions: photos of the day – Friday

The Guardian’s picture editors select photographs from around the world Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Derby v Luton kicks off a big day in EFL; European reaction and more: football – live

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendHave any thoughts? Send them over to Yara via emailIt was an interesting night for Chelsea. They are through to a European semi-final but they got booed off the pitch as it happened. From west London, Jacob Steinberg wrote:Losing 2-1 to Legia Warsaw on the night was embarrassing. Chelsea, who seemed intent on giving the fifth-best side in Poland hope of pulling off a comeback for the ages at a disgruntled Stamford Bridge, were shambolic and easily could have crashed out.No wonder Maresca is not feeling the love from the crowd. Nobody celebrated Chelsea squeezing into a Conference League semi-final against Djurgården after winning 4-2 on aggregate. The defending was miserable and the attack was poor. Filip Jörgensen, Robert Sánchez’s understudy, was jittery in goal and the worries around Cole Palmer’s slump are not going away.It was a poor performance. We had a 3-0 lead – maybe that played a part in taking our foot off the gas. Ma...

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4 d. ago Manchester United and Spurs save their seasons; big day in EFL: football – live

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendHave any thoughts? Send them over to Yara via emailAny stats nerds around? Because United accomplished a few feats that no ever side has done before. Commit these to memory because I reckon they will be asked at a few pub quizzes around the country this weekend.Harry Maguire’s goal was the first 120th-minute winning goal scored in Europa League history and the first in a major European tie since Atlético Madrid beat Liverpool at Anfield in March 2020.It was only the second 5-4 win in Manchester United’s history, along with their 5-4 victory over Arsenal in the top-flight in February 1958.Manchester United’s 5-4 win over Lyon was also the first game in major European football history to see five goals scored in extra-time.Manchester United have lost only one of their last 30 Europa League matches at Old Trafford. They have also won their last five home Europa League matches.This was the first nine-goal game in Europa League histor...

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