Bolivian Indigenous Women Redefine Tradition in Pollera Skirts
From mountain summits to mines, Bolivian Indigenous women reclaim the pollera skirt as a symbol of strength and identity. Discover their story of pride and political uncertainty.
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Afghanistan's Traditional Buzkashi Tournament Held Near Kabul
Riders from across Afghanistan competed in the annual buzkashi final near Kabul. The traditional equestrian sport, using a fake goat carcass, was attended by spectators and Taliban authorities.
Gaza's Christians Find Christmas Hope in Ceasefire
Gaza's small Christian community celebrates Christmas under a fragile truce, clinging to faith amidst war's devastation and displacement. Discover their stories of resilience.
British Creator Bonnie Blue Deported, Banned from Indonesia
British adult content creator Bonnie Blue, real name Tia Billinger, has been deported from Bali and barred from Indonesia for a decade. Authorities cited visa violations and cultural sensitivities. Read the full story.
Saudi Arabia quietly expands access to its only alcohol store
Saudi Arabia has discreetly widened access to its single alcohol outlet, now allowing wealthy foreign residents to buy, leading to long queues and premium prices. Discover the latest step in the kingdom's liberalisation drive.
Betty Reid Soskin, oldest US park ranger, dies at 104
Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest active US National Park Service ranger, has died at 104. Her life of activism and storytelling at Rosie the Riveter park leaves a profound legacy. Read her remarkable story.
World in Focus: Monday's Global Photo Highlights
From festive Johannesburg to youth protests in Nepal and a Russian general's assassination, The Guardian's picture editors curate Monday's most compelling global images. Explore the stories behind the lens.
Pope Leo pledges to uphold predecessor's reformist legacy
Pope Leo XIV signals commitment to a more inclusive Church, honouring Francis's vision in his Christmas speech to Vatican cardinals. Read the full analysis.
Pope's Christmas Address Urges Vatican to Set Aside Ambition
Pope Leo XIV used his Christmas address to urge Vatican cardinals to abandon power struggles and build genuine friendship. Read his gentle critique of Curia culture.
Guardian journalists share their unforgettable 2025 moments
Guardian correspondents reveal the sounds and scenes that defined 2025, from a Damascus cafe to a Florida detention centre. Listen to the full Today in Focus podcast.
21 More Kidnapped Nigerian Schoolchildren Freed
A further 21 schoolchildren have been rescued in Nigeria, days after a mass abduction. Read the latest on the ongoing crisis and the government's response.
Baba Vanga's 2025 Predictions: Hits and Misses
As 2025 ends, we examine which of Baba Vanga's prophecies came true, from natural disasters to AI, and which fell short. Discover the mystic's track record.
Saudi Arabia Quietly Expands Access to Alcohol Store
Saudi Arabia has quietly allowed non-Muslim Premium Residency holders to buy alcohol from its sole store in Riyadh, marking a cautious step in the kingdom's liberalisation drive. Discover the details.
Pope Leo XIV Summons Cardinals for January Consistory
Pope Leo XIV has summoned cardinals to Rome for a two-day meeting in January, marking the unofficial start of his own pontificate. Discover the agenda and significance.
Israeli troops kill Palestinians sheltering in Gaza school
Dozens of Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Gaza school used as shelter. Hospital officials report heavy casualties, including women and children. Read the latest on the conflict.
Pope Leo XIV Summons Cardinals for January Assembly
Pope Leo XIV summons cardinals for a two-day assembly in January to help govern the Church, marking a new phase in his pontificate. Discover the details and significance.
Gaza famine ends but hunger crisis persists, UN warns
The UN states famine has lifted in Gaza due to increased aid, yet 1.6 million face severe hunger. Winter floods and a fragile ceasefire exacerbate the dire humanitarian emergency. Read the latest.
World in Photos: Christmas, Conflict, and Diplomacy
The Guardian's picture editors curate Friday's most compelling global images, from festive celebrations in India to high-stakes diplomacy in Poland and the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Explore the visual stories shaping our world.
Ghana fisheries bill accused of ignoring women workers
Ghana's new Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill faces criticism for neglecting the post-harvest sector, where women form 60% of the workforce, amid climate and aid challenges. Discover the oversight.
Gaza famine spread averted but starvation risk remains
A new IPC report states famine's spread in Gaza has been averted, but the situation remains critical with 2,000 facing catastrophic hunger. Read the latest analysis and urgent warnings.
Gaza families rebuild lives in ruins post-ceasefire
Palestinian families like the Halawas attempt to reconstruct homes in Gaza's rubble. A US-brokered truce offers respite, but rebuilding remains a distant hope. See their struggle.
Mexico Pilgrims, Chile Election Top Latin America Photos
This week's top photos capture Mexico's Guadalupe feast day pilgrims, Chile's presidential election result, and Guatemala burying attack victims. View the powerful gallery curated by AP photographer Esteban Félix.
Violent Protests in Bangladesh After Hadi's Death
Bangladesh's capital Dhaka faces arson and unrest as thousands protest the death of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi. Major newspaper offices were set ablaze. Read the latest.
Bolsonaro's Son and Ex-Spy Chief Expelled from Brazil's Congress
Brazil's lower house speaker ousts two key Bolsonaro allies, including his son Eduardo, for absenteeism and a Supreme Court order. Read the full story on the latest political upheaval.
Taliban demolish Kabul's historic Ariana cinema
The Taliban have demolished Kabul's historic Ariana cinema, a cultural landmark since the 1960s, to build a shopping mall. Explore the story of its rise, fall, and erasure.
UN: RSF killed over 1,000 civilians in Sudan camp attack
A new UN report details a three-day massacre by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces at the Zamzam displacement camp, killing over 1,000. Read the full investigation into the atrocities and the urgent calls for accountability.
Photos of the Day: A Polar Bear's Adopted Cub and Global Scenes
From a rare polar bear adoption in Canada to Christmas traditions in Jerusalem and a poignant London art installation, explore the world through Thursday's most compelling images. See the full gallery.
UK Cuts £35m Sierra Leone Maternal Health Grant
Sierra Leone faces severe cuts to UK aid, losing a vital £35m grant for maternal and newborn health. Experts warn lives are at stake. Read the full investigation.
Pompeii wool cloaks suggest Vesuvius erupted in October
Archaeologists reveal Pompeii victims wore heavy woollen cloaks as they fled, adding weight to the theory that Mount Vesuvius erupted in October, not August, AD 79. Discover the chilling new details.
Refugee firefighters battle bushfires in Mauritania
Malian refugees in Mauritania volunteer as firefighters, battling deadly desert bushfires to protect host communities and fragile ecosystems. Discover their story of resilience.
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