Leonardo da Vinci's Egyptian obsession revealed in Cambridge
Groundbreaking Cambridge exhibition reveals Leonardo da Vinci's fascination with ancient Egypt, featuring rare drawings and coded notebooks that rewrite art history.
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Vatican condemns 'sacrilegious' Mao display at UNESCO event
The Vatican expresses outrage after Mao Zedong's image appears alongside Renaissance masters at UNESCO conference, calling it an offence against Catholic sensibilities.
Beyoncé Covers Funeral Costs for Fan Killed After Atlanta Show
Beyoncé has stepped in to cover the funeral expenses for a fan, Ronald 'Biggie' Pierre, who was tragically shot and killed in Atlanta after attending her Renaissance World Tour concert, in a heartwarming act of generosity.
Ethiopia Bans Petrol Cars for Electric Future
Ethiopia is making a radical shift, banning petrol and diesel car imports to power its electric future with abundant renewable energy from its mega-dams. Discover how this bold move is reshaping transport and energy policy.
National Gallery acquires £12m Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece
The National Gallery secures Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Virgin and Child with Infant St. John the Baptist' in major acquisition supported by Hans Rausing's generosity and American philanthropy.
Starmer's asylum shake-up to counter Farage threat
Sir Keir Starmer is preparing a major overhaul of the UK's human rights and asylum policies, including housing migrants in military barracks, in a strategic bid to counter the electoral threat from Nigel Farage's Reform UK and address internal party conce
Judge rejects Trump's bid to toss classified documents case
In a significant blow to Donald Trump, Judge Aileen Cannon has denied his motion to dismiss the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case based on the Presidential Records Act. The legal battle intensifies as the former president faces a sprawling 40-count ind
EU fines Google €250m for anti-competitive search manipulation
The European Union imposes a massive €250 million fine on Google for illegally demoting rival services in its search results, marking a major escalation in the bloc's crackdown on Big Tech dominance.
CPS Drops Charges Against Parliament Square Protesters
The Crown Prosecution Service has abandoned all charges against four individuals arrested under the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2023 during a protest in Parliament Square, marking a significant moment for civil liberties in the UK.
Judge Blocks Trump's Alien Enemies Act Immigration Order
A federal judge halts Trump's attempt to use a 1798 law to summarily deport migrants, in a major legal blow to his administration's immigration agenda.
Judge blocks Trump from deporting Tren de Aragua gang
A US judge has rejected Donald Trump's bid to invoke a 1798 law to deport members of the violent Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, a group now linked to brutal crimes in the UK and across the US.
Lush Shuts All UK Stores To Protest Policing Bill
In a bold and unprecedented move, cosmetics giant Lush has closed every one of its 104 UK shops and halted online sales to protest the controversial Public Order Act, calling it a 'perilous' threat to the right to protest.
Graham Linehan Arrested at Heathrow Under Communications Act
Comedy writer Graham Linehan was detained by police at Heathrow Airport under the Malicious Communications Act, sparking immediate outrage from free speech advocates and reigniting the debate over UK police powers.
EU Declares Google Chrome a Monopoly in Landmark Ruling
In a historic antitrust verdict, the EU has ruled Google Chrome a 'gatekeeper' monopoly. Discover how this decision will break down its dominance and force Google to offer real browser choice on Android and Windows across Europe.
MP: OnlyFans is 'World's Biggest Pimping Operation'
A Conservative MP has launched a scathing attack on OnlyFans, labelling the subscription platform a 'global pimping empire' that exploits vulnerable women and fuels human trafficking. The incendiary remarks were made during a parliamentary debate on the O
Badenoch: ECHR 'Weaponised' Against UK National Interest
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has ignited a political firestorm, accusing activist judges of 'weaponising' the European Convention on Human Rights against British interests. Her hard-hitting speech at an Amnesty International event, which also took aim
Mother's fury as daughter's killer gets hospital order
A grieving mother condemns the justice system after her daughter's cannabis-addict boyfriend receives a hospital order for her brutal murder, strangled in a jealous rage in Greater Manchester.
Reece Walsh's Bizarre Toilet Water Act Stuns NRL World
Brisbane Broncos star Reece Walsh shocks the rugby league world with a bizarre pre-match ritual. The club breaks its silence on the viral video, revealing the prank that backfired and left fans utterly bewildered.
Jan Moore: Westminster's 'Accidental Architect' Dies at 73
Tribute to the pioneering Commons clerk Jan Moore, whose behind-the-scenes work was instrumental in shaping the UK's devolution settlements and modernising parliamentary procedures.
Ex-Minister: Labour Rights Plan Helps Foreign Criminals
Former Attorney General Sir Michael Ellis KC warns that Labour's plans to replace the Human Rights Act with a British Bill of Rights could create a 'lawyers' charter' and make it harder to deport dangerous asylum seekers, echoing Donald Trump's concerns.
US Open Fan Steals Child's Cap in Selfish Act
A US Open fan's disgraceful act of snatching a young boy's cap has sparked outrage. Discover the tennis player's response and the public backlash against the selfish spectator.
Court Sides With Protesters in Landmark Ruling Against Govt
In a major ruling for civil liberties, the Court of Appeal has sided with climate protesters, declaring that the government's guidance on what constitutes 'reasonable' protest was unlawful. The decision is a significant blow to the government's crackdown
DOJ Investigates Trump Over Alleged Mortgage Fraud
The US Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into Donald Trump and the Trump Organisation, examining potential bank and insurance fraud linked to a controversial $100 million mortgage on a New York skyscraper.
Court Blocks Asylum Seeker Eviction from Epping Hotel
In a major legal victory for migrant rights, the Court of Appeal has overturned a decision to remove asylum seekers from an Epping hotel. Discover the human rights arguments that secured their stay.
Honouring Christopher Marlowe: A Literary Genius Reclaimed
A new Guardian editorial makes the compelling case that playwright Christopher Marlowe, long overshadowed by Shakespeare, deserves to be read, performed, and honoured as a literary titan in his own right.
Ofcom probes 4chan and Kiwi Farms under Online Safety Act
Ofcom launches its first investigations under the UK's landmark Online Safety Act, targeting controversial platforms 4chan and Kiwi Farms for potentially facilitating illegal content.
Ofcom Investigates 4chan and Kiwi Farms Under Safety Act
Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, has initiated its first major investigation under the groundbreaking Online Safety Act, targeting the controversial platforms 4chan and Kiwi Farms for potentially hosting illegal content.
Oasis Tribute Concert Erupts in Violent Mass Brawl
Shocking footage emerges of a mass brawl disrupting an Oasis tribute concert in Manchester, forcing security to intervene as chairs fly and fans flee. The violent scenes marred the eagerly anticipated event.
Macron backs Bayrou as his successor for 2027 French presidency
French President Emmanuel Macron throws his weight behind François Bayrou as his preferred successor, forging a powerful centrist alliance that reshapes the political landscape for the 2027 election.
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