R James Woolsey, CIA director under Clinton, dies at 84
R James Woolsey, who led the CIA under Bill Clinton, has died aged 84. His wife said he died of a stroke and had faced 'Havana syndrome' symptoms.
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Photos of the Day: Byzantine Gold, Wildfires, Protests
A Byzantine shipwreck yields gold off Croatia; wildfires rage in France; Ukraine defends against drones; and more in Thursday's global photo roundup.
McGregor Stretches Dance Definition at Venice Biennale
At the Venice Dance Biennale, artistic director Wayne McGregor explores quantum gravity and geopolitics, with Andrea Salustri's Invisible as a standout piece.
Bath children's lit festival criticised over diversity row
Bath children's literature festival faces backlash after founder John McLay emailed authors asking them to delete social media posts criticising its lack of diversity in the 2026 programme.
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There Are No Ghosts at the Grand: Surreal British Ghost Story
A new game from Friday Sundae blends renovation, supernatural investigation, and musical numbers in a very British ghost story set in a seaside hotel.
Mitsuko Uchida's Beethoven: Last Three Sonatas Live Review
Mitsuko Uchida's live recording of Beethoven's last three piano sonatas from Tokyo's Suntory Hall offers a sublime, unmediated musical experience.
Home Renovations: Anxiety and Homogenized Spaces
A personal essay explores the obsession with home renovations, linking it to Trump's design wars, and argues it leads to anxiety, isolation, and homogenized spaces.
George Cottrell Book on Money Laundering Satirized
John Crace imagines Nigel Farage's right-hand man George Cottrell's thoughts behind his book 'How to Launder Money' in a satirical sketch.
Venice Film Festival Targets Murdoch and Musk in 2026
Danny Boyle's drama about Rupert Murdoch's Sun acquisition and a four-hour Elon Musk documentary headline the Venice film festival, with only one female-directed film in competition.
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Sam Docherty on cancer, football, and life after AFL
Sam Docherty reflects on his AFL career, two bouts of cancer, knee reconstructions, and the mental toll that led to retirement, sharing his journey from rock bottom to representing something bigger.
The Roaring 20s: How the Current Decade Revolutionised Cinema
The 2020s have brought a flurry of innovation to cinema, from YouTube-native directors to copyright expiry horror films and fan-driven redesigns like Sonic the Hedgehog.
Could I endure a frigid Canberra winter? Not in my wildest dreams
Brigid Delaney recalls her childhood electric blanket shock and her reluctant conversion to using one in Canberra, but now she's sticking with flannel.
After first relationship ended, how to find hope for love
A reader whose first relationship ended at 30 feels less confident. Advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith explains why rejection isn't a verdict on worth and why hope, not expectation, matters.
The Midnight Train audiobook review – a cosy feelgood journey
James Norton narrates Matt Haig's cosy feelgood tale of an octogenarian reflecting on his life after death, with shades of A Christmas Carol.
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Seth Meyers skewers Trump over tariffs, ratings, and claims
Seth Meyers mocks Trump's low approval ratings, tariff plans on Canadian hockey sticks, and continued claims of a rigged 2020 election.
Durutti Column on Factory Records, Morrissey and new album
As they release their first album in 16 years, the Vini Reilly-fronted band answer questions on sandpaper sleeves, Harry Styles as a fan, and inventing a new guitar style.
No matter your age, you can always enjoy a rave
An 80-year-old man shares how dancing at a festival made him feel ageless, plus a reader's take on the health benefits of raving.
Viking ship owners claim Universal owes repair costs
Swedish nonprofit Vikingaleden says Universal has not paid a $6,000 repair bill for damage to a Viking ship replica used in The Odyssey, despite the film's $264m opening weekend.
Burlesque musical postpones Liverpool Empire shows to 2027
Burlesque the Musical has postponed its opening performances, originally scheduled for July 25, 2026. The UK tour, including Liverpool Empire from Nov 24 to Dec 5, is unaffected.
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Plane Flies Over Welsh Beach at Sunset in Stunning Video
A stunning video captures a plane flying low over Llangennith beach near Rhossili at sunset, with the RAF confirming it was a training flight.
Katy Perry Lifetimes Tour film gets global release
Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour – Live From Paris, filmed across two sold-out nights, will screen globally from September 2 in 150 UK cinemas.
Best Wedding Guest Dresses for Every Dress Code and Budget
From elegant scarf dresses to floral frocks, discover the best wedding guest dresses for every dress code and budget, tried on by our Shopping Editor.
Sophie Habboo-Approved £10 Lipstick Gets Six New Shades
Max Factor's Mellow Blur lipstick, loved by Sophie Habboo, now comes in six new chocolate-inspired shades for £9.99 at Boots.
My Mum, Your Dad Stars Roger and Janey Engaged
Roger Hawes and Janey Smith, who met on ITV's My Mum, Your Dad in 2023, have announced their engagement to the delight of fans.
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World Cup Sparks Pink Football Boot Craze: Where to Buy
The 2026 World Cup ignited a pink boot trend, with players like Bellingham and Kane wearing them. Nike, Puma, and adidas launched styles, some discounted.
Princess Royal Meets Air Cadets for 85th Anniversary
The Princess Royal visited Co Fermanagh to celebrate the 85th anniversary of the Air Training Corps, meeting cadets and planting an Irish yew tree.
Josh Widdicombe whacked by furious plane passenger
Strictly host Josh Widdicombe was whacked by an angry passenger after putting his shoe on the man's seat while queuing for the toilet on a flight from Greece.
Klopp Reunites with Liverpool Coaches for Germany Role
Jurgen Klopp is expected to appoint Pep Lijnders and Peter Krawietz as assistants for the Germany national team, reuniting his former Liverpool backroom staff.
Coronation Street's Tracy Shaw in tears over cancer update
Former Coronation Street star Tracy Shaw shared an emotional cancer update, revealing her lesions haven't shrunk, hoping for a 'miraculous miracle.'
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Halo: Campaign Evolved PS5 Review – Multiformat Remake
Halo: Campaign Evolved brings the classic Xbox shooter to PS5, but this remake feels scrappy and overshadowed by new bonus missions. Score: 7/10.
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