Milky Way Edge Found Closer to Earth Than Expected
Scientists have pinpointed the edge of the Milky Way's star-forming region at 40,000 light-years from the core, placing Earth just 13,300 light-years from the galaxy's outer limits.
Scientists have pinpointed the edge of the Milky Way's star-forming region at 40,000 light-years from the core, placing Earth just 13,300 light-years from the galaxy's outer limits.
Suzy Hansen's 'From Life Itself' portrays everyday life in Istanbul's Karagümrük neighbourhood, revealing how ordinary people experience authoritarianism and migration politics.
Go behind the scenes of The Great Moose Migration, the Swedish slow TV show that captivates millions with its epic, rarely-seen moose crossing.
Discover the top six audiobook releases for spring 2026 on Audible, from true crime and sci-fi to family dramas and time-travel stories.
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RecommendedThe constellation Leo, resembling a lion and visible in northern hemisphere spring evenings, is easily identified by its distinctive sickle asterism. Its brightest star, Regulus, lies on the ecliptic.
Explore the history and highlights of Route 66 as it celebrates its centenary, from Chicago to Santa Monica, with neon signs, diners, and roadside attractions.
Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock shares how dyslexia shaped her journey as a space scientist, urging a shift from deficit to strength-based narratives.
A new animation voiced by Jeremy Irons and Liv Tyler challenges negative perceptions of dyslexia, highlighting it as a strength, following Trump's remarks.
From Corfu memoirs to cosmic wit, discover the five transformative books that icons like Sir Ian Rankin and Adele Parks love most, recommended for World Book Night.
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RecommendedScientists trace 3I/Atlas, an 11-billion-year-old interstellar comet, to a frigid, isolated region of the Milky Way, making it the oldest known visitor and only the third confirmed interstellar object.
Scientists have discovered that Methana volcano in Greece, believed dormant for over 100,000 years, is actively producing magma beneath its surface, challenging assumptions about volcanic extinction and risk.
Israeli forces have moved the agreed ceasefire line in Gaza westwards over six months, expanding their zone of control and endangering Palestinians who wake to find themselves in free-fire zones.
A visual journey across continents captures key moments: Hajj pilgrims in Indonesia, assisted dying protests in London, and AI demonstrations in Seoul, highlighting diverse global events.
A 14-year-old Palestinian schoolboy and a 32-year-old parent were killed in an Israeli settler attack near a West Bank village school. Witnesses describe settlers opening fire on students and helpers, amid a surge of violence against Palestinians.
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RecommendedThe UN's historic vote declaring the transatlantic slave trade a crime against humanity sparks a global movement for reparations, with insights from the Guardian's Legacies of Enslavement programme.
A new survey reveals that 30% of Gen Z Americans believe they have psychic abilities, with younger generations reporting more frequent intuitive moments than older adults.
A 28-year-old tourist faces charges after climbing Florence's Neptune fountain to touch its genitals for a dare, causing €5,000 in damage to the 16th-century monument.
Explore Jakarta, the UN-designated world's largest city with 42 million people, through the eyes of its residents, from ojek drivers to tech workers, revealing resilience and community.
A British national from Edinburgh has tragically passed away unexpectedly while vacationing with his wife in Puerto Pollensa, Mallorca. The FCDO is providing support to the family.
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RecommendedLebanese journalist Amal Khalil was killed in an Israeli airstrike on a house in southern Lebanon where she had taken cover while reporting on the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Rescue efforts were delayed for hours due to Israeli fire.
Islamic militants attacked a remote village in northeastern Nigeria, killing 11 people and burning homes. Local officials blame Boko Haram for the latest violence in the region.
Six individuals accused of plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu have pleaded not guilty to 13 charges of treason and terrorism in a Nigerian court.
Refugees who fled abuses in Equatorial Guinea worry Pope Leo XIV's visit might launder the image of Africa's longest-serving president, Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo.
Pope Leo concluded his four-nation Africa tour by condemning wealth inequality in Equatorial Guinea and decrying poor prison conditions, amid a complex diplomatic backdrop.
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RecommendedPope Leo delivers a powerful message against wealth inequality and injustice in Equatorial Guinea, urging action to bridge the gap between rich and poor during his whirlwind tour.
Ukraine has completed repairs on the Druzhba oil pipeline, enabling the EU to approve a €90bn loan package previously blocked by Hungary and Slovakia due to halted Russian oil supplies.
Japan is providing subsidies up to 20,000 yen for singles aged 20-39 to use approved dating apps, aiming to address record-low birthrates and population decline.
Pope Leo XIV's visit to a notorious prison in Equatorial Guinea highlights human rights abuses and controversial US migrant deportation deals with African nations.
A crew from Ecuador describes a double drone attack and armed detention by US forces, highlighting civilian casualties in Trump's anti-drug campaign, with 178 deaths reported.
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RecommendedWomen in Brazil's favelas are enrolling in martial arts classes to combat increasing gender-based violence, with femicides up 14.5% in five years and self-defence initiatives growing nationwide.