Thornberry blames missing envoy for El-Fattah case failures
Dame Emily Thornberry says 'embarrassing' failures in the Alaa Abd El-Fattah case could have been avoided if the government had appointed a dedicated envoy for detained Britons as promised.
Category : Search result: modern foreign languages
Secret Words of Swifties, Gamblers & More Revealed
Discover the hidden lexicons of modern tribes from Swifties to cabbies. Can you guess what 'triskaidekaphilia' or 'donk' mean? Take our quiz to find out.
Trump expands US travel ban to five more nations
President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation further restricting entry to the US for nationals from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria. Discover the full implications.
Deportations of foreign criminals rocket by 75%
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces a 75% surge in early deportations of foreign offenders, with over 2,700 removed last year. Read the full details on the government's new tough stance.
New Guardian series explores Indigenous language revival
The Guardian's award-winning Indigenous affairs team launches 'Speaking to Country', a four-part multimedia series examining how Indigenous communities are revitalising endangered languages across Australia.
Australia's Indigenous Languages Fight for Survival
Discover how Australian communities are working to revive Indigenous languages from the brink of extinction, a legacy of colonial policies. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
MAGA accounts exposed as foreign operations abroad
Elon Musk's X platform reveals MAGA accounts and Scottish nationalist profiles are actually run from foreign countries including Bangladesh, Nigeria and Iran. Discover the truth behind these political operations.
Scotland's Prison Crisis: Foreign Inmates Hit Record 9%
Scotland's prison population reaches a 50-year high with foreign nationals now constituting nearly one in ten inmates. Discover the figures and political fallout.
ASIO chief warns of foreign agents in Australia
Australia's spy chief warns of sophisticated foreign interference operations targeting politicians, media, and community groups in an urgent national security briefing.
Bangor University reveals minority languages' surprising survival
Bangor University researchers uncover remarkable survival and evolution of minority languages across the UK and beyond, challenging assumptions about linguistic diversity in the digital age.
Labour MPs demand action on Sudan crisis
Senior Labour politicians Stephen Doughty and Anneliese Dodds challenge government over delayed response to escalating violence in Sudan, calling for urgent UN Security Council intervention.
Chinese lobbying on Chagos Islands exposed in Parliament
Labour MP Stephen Doughty exposes concerning Chinese lobbying efforts targeting UK politicians regarding the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, raising serious questions about foreign interference in British politics.
Nigerian Modernism: Tate's Revolutionary New Exhibition
Tate Modern unveils groundbreaking exhibition showcasing Nigeria's explosive modernist movement, featuring over 150 works that redefine 20th century art history.
Nigerian Modernism: Tate's Groundbreaking Show
Discover how Tate Modern's landmark exhibition redefines art history, showcasing the vibrant genius of Nigeria's modernist pioneers in London's most ambitious African art showcase.
France's lost 1968 rock revolution revealed
Uncover the explosive story of France's forgotten 1968 rock underground, where bands played psychiatric hospitals, invented new languages, and created a musical revolution that defied all conventions.
British couple freed from Afghanistan feared execution
A British couple detained in Afghanistan for months describe their harrowing ordeal, revealing they genuinely feared execution by the Taliban regime before their unexpected release.
Lammy Stays as Foreign Secretary in Starmer's Cabinet
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms David Lammy will remain as Foreign Secretary, praising his 'excellent start' despite previous criticisms of the role. The decision signals continuity in Labour's foreign policy approach.
Legal Threat to Lammy Over Gaza Arms Policy
Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under intense scrutiny as a new legal opinion suggests he could be held personally liable for his policy on Gaza, testing the boundaries of ministerial responsibility.
Toxic Secret Found in Jackson Pollock's Masterpieces
New scientific analysis uncovers the toxic, unstable pigment manganese blue in Jackson Pollock's iconic drip paintings, forcing a major rethink on the conservation of his priceless works.
Mandelson: Badenoch as Foreign Secretary a 'gamble'
Labour grandee Peter Mandelson issues a stark warning against appointing Kemi Badenoch as Foreign Secretary, branding it a risky move that could damage Britain's global standing.
2025's Best UK Universities for Languages Revealed
Discover which UK institutions lead the way in modern languages and linguistics studies according to the latest Guardian University Guide rankings for 2025.
UK Aid Cuts Fuel Deadly Malaria Surge in Africa
A damning report reveals how UK government aid cuts have dismantled a flagship anti-malaria programme, leading to a devastating rise in deaths across Africa and threatening a global health crisis.
British student's Dubai prison torture nightmare
A British law student details his horrific 11-month ordeal in a Dubai prison, alleging torture, forced confessions, and a complete collapse of justice after a minor altercation.
UK's 'last chance' Gaza evacuation order for Britons
The UK Foreign Office issues an urgent 'do or die' evacuation order for British nationals in Gaza ahead of a feared Israeli ground offensive. Officials warn this is the 'last chance' to leave as conflict escalates.
British Couple Charged with Espionage in Iranian Court
A British-Australian academic and her partner are facing espionage charges in Iran after being detained for months without formal accusation. Their family breaks silence on the shocking secret court case.
UK's Feeble Gaza Atrocity Response Sparks Outrage
Britain faces mounting criticism for its tepid diplomatic response to the latest civilian casualties in Gaza, as aid groups condemn the government's inaction and call for immediate sanctions.
Washing-Up to Romance: How Chores Improved Our Relationship
Discover how one couple turned the mundane task of washing-up into a surprising gateway to intimacy and connection, challenging traditional relationship dynamics.
My Boyfriend Sleeps With Men - And I'm Fine With It
A woman shares her extraordinary story of being in a happy, committed relationship with a bisexual man who occasionally sleeps with other men - and why their unconventional arrangement works perfectly for them.
Laufey: Redefining Jazz for a New Generation
Exclusive interview with Grammy-winner Laufey on her meteoric rise, conquering the charts with modern jazz, and her highly anticipated new album 'A Matter of Time'.
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