Malala and Pelicot Headline Hay Festival 2026 Lineup
Malala Yousafzai and Gisèle Pelicot lead the Hay Festival 2026 lineup, with over 500 events from 21 May in Hay-on-Wye.
Category : Politics
Reform Scottish Leader Apologises For George Michael Joke
Reform UK's Scottish leader Malcolm Offord apologises for a 2018 joke about George Michael, denying homophobia amid political backlash.
EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy opens up about devastating family loss and grief
EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy opens up about losing her mother to bowel cancer at 19 and the guilt she carried, plus her father's death and how writing helped her grieve.
Trump's Iran Strategy: Allies See Intentional Confusion
Trump's chaotic Iran diplomacy sees Strait of Hormuz closure as bargaining chip, with Tehran demanding ceasefire and blockade lift before talks.
Paul McCartney names John Lennon as his favourite Beatle and 'the leader'
Paul McCartney says John Lennon was the favourite Beatle and unofficial leader during a YouTube interview promoting his new album.
Majority of Britons Now Support Rejoining EU, Poll Finds
New poll shows 53% of Britons support rejoining EU, with Labour voters strongly in favour; experts warn party's muted approach risks losing support.
Raw Milk Warning as Study Raises Alarm Over Bird Flu Transmission
Study finds bird flu virus can survive in raw-milk cheese for months, raising public health concerns. UKHSA warns of transmission risk.
Obama's $850m Library: 'Like a Klingon Prison' or a Beacon?
Obama's $850m presidential library in Chicago is described as a menacing monolith, with critics comparing it to a Klingon prison or sci-fi HQ.
Chris Eubank Sr says son is 'shot and spent' after Benn defeat
Chris Eubank Sr says son is 'shot and spent' after Conor Benn defeat, urging retirement; promoter hints at summer return.
Alex Duval Smith, Former Guardian Journalist, Dies at 55
Former Guardian Africa correspondent Alex Duval Smith dies at 55 in Paris after sudden infection.
NATO Scrambles Jets as Russian Bombers Approach UK on Christmas
NATO scrambles jets as Russian Tu-95 bombers approach UK airspace on Christmas Day, prompting interception over Barents and Norwegian Seas.
Foreign Office Issues Ebola Travel Warnings for Three Countries
UK Foreign Office updates travel advice for Uganda, Angola and Central African Republic due to Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda.
Ex-Armed Forces Chief Warns UK Military on 'Brink of Disaster'
Former Royal Navy head Lord West warns UK armed forces on 'brink of disaster' due to chronic underinvestment, urging Government to clarify defence funding plans.
Iceland’s foreign minister fears ‘Brexit moment’ in EU accession referendum
Iceland’s foreign minister warns of a ‘Brexit moment’ in the EU referendum set for August, citing misinformation and foreign interference risks.
Starmer And Burnham Rivalry Heats Up In Makerfield Byelection
Andy Burnham cleared to stand in Makerfield by-election, potentially challenging Starmer for Labour leadership amid Reform UK surge.
Cliff Booth Sequel Gets Imax Release Before Netflix Debut
Brad Pitt's Cliff Booth sequel gets Imax release on Netflix, opening Thanksgiving 2026 before streaming in December.
UK Military Unprepared For War Warns Former Defence Secretary
UK's top military officer warns of most dangerous period, citing Russian threat and hollowed-out armed forces.
Reeves Chess Title Questioned as OBR Row Deepens
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces accusations of overstating her teenage chess titles, as a finance professor disputes her claim of being British girls' under-14 champion.
Carol Vorderman Demands Apology from Reform UK Candidate Over 'Disgusting' Comments
Carol Vorderman demands apology from Reform UK candidate Robert Kenyon over misogynistic social media comments, as further offensive posts emerge.
Starmer invites Japanese PM to Chequers after China trip
Sir Keir Starmer invites Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi to Chequers after her election, following his China trip where he secured trade deals.
Eugene Hasenfus, Iran-Contra Figure, Dies at 84
Eugene Hasenfus, whose capture after his plane was shot down over Nicaragua in 1986 helped unravel the Iran-Contra affair, has died at 84.
Sonic Boom Over New England Likely Caused by Meteor, Say Meteorologists
A sonic boom heard across New England on Saturday was likely caused by a meteor, say meteorologists, with no damage or injuries reported.
Half of Europeans View Trump as Enemy of Europe, Survey Finds
Nearly half of Europeans see Trump as an enemy; majority fear war with Russia and doubt defence capabilities, survey finds.
British Paratroopers Perform Daring Jump to Deliver Medical Aid to Tristan da Cunha
British paratroopers airdrop onto Tristan da Cunha to deliver medical aid for suspected hantavirus case, navigating challenging conditions.
Vinnie Jones Opens Up on Suicidal Thoughts and Alcohol Battle
Vinnie Jones opens up about suicidal thoughts, alcohol addiction, and mental health struggles, urging football fans to talk more.
The Witness: A Courageous Drama on the Rachel Nickell Murder
The Witness drama reviews the 1992 Rachel Nickell murder, focusing on her family's struggles and media harassment.
Australia Deports Two More Men to Nauru Under Secretive Deal
Australia deports two more men to Nauru under secret deal, sparking human rights concerns. Third man already on island.
Greek Absence in Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Sparks Backlash Over Representation
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' faces backlash for casting no Greek actors, sparking debate on representation in Hollywood adaptations of Greek myths.
Trump Order Eases Firing Of 8,000 Federal Workers
Trump signs executive order making it easier to fire 8,000 senior federal workers, stripping job protections for those earning up to $200,000.
Is Trump’s Claim of a ‘95% Done’ Ukraine Deal Just Another Empty Assertion?
Trump claims Ukraine deal is 95% done, but Putin’s agreement remains elusive and peace indicators are scarce.
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