Sarah and Russell's blind date after a 15-year gap was a whirlwind of chat, tapas, and a potential friendship built on visiting east coast puffins. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com
A worldwide campaign demands Marwan Barghouti's release as new murals appear across London. The Palestinian leader remains imprisoned despite being a key figure for peace negotiations.
Donald Trump's revocation of Joe Biden's autopen-signed pardons ignites right-wing demands to prosecute Anthony Fauci. Explore the constitutional crisis and political fallout.
Woollahra Council's controversial ban on dogs at Kutti Beach from late 2025 has triggered backlash from furious locals and a Love Island star. Discover the full story.
Anna Kepner, 18, fought for her life before being strangled in her cruise ship cabin. Her stepbrother is under investigation as family demands answers. Read the full story.
Former DNC chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz claims Trump endangered troops by deploying them in Washington. White House blames Biden's immigration policies for the attack.
Former US ambassador Daniel Fried cautions against a flawed Ukraine agreement as Trump pushes for peace. Experts reveal what a sustainable deal must include to prevent strategic defeat.
Wyoming Republican Nina Webber faces legal action from ex-partner over unpaid leopard and elephant hunting safari in Zimbabwe. Read the unfolding courtroom drama.
A Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv kills one and wounds seven. As the assault unfolds, President Zelenskyy's chief of staff resigns amid an anti-corruption probe. Read the latest from the front lines.
Donald Trump announces pardon for former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández, convicted for drug trafficking, in a move with major political implications for US-Honduras relations.
The Home Secretary ends free taxi rides for migrants' GP visits, saving millions after a BBC investigation exposed a £600 knee check-up journey.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her £26bn tax rise budget, insisting the wealthiest bear the burden for rebuilding public services. Get the full story on the fiscal fallout.
The bitter legal fight over Virginia Giuffre's estate reveals questions about missing millions from royal payout and her final wishes against estranged husband.
The Trump administration suspends all asylum decisions following a deadly shooting of National Guard members in Washington D.C. Read the latest developments.
The Trump administration pauses all US asylum decisions following a shooting involving an Afghan immigrant. Discover the new immigration policy changes and their implications.
The shocking double life of Sir Clement Freud and his wife Jill exposed - from teenage affairs to sexual predation. Discover the truth behind their respectable facade.
Donald Trump has reportedly agreed to recognise Ukraine's eastern provinces as Russian, a move condemned by UK allies as 'peddling Russian lines'. Discover the implications for the peace process.
A shocking terror attack in Washington DC leaves a National Guard soldier dead and another fighting for life. Discover the full story and the political fallout.
The Home Office postpones housing 300 male asylum seekers at Cameron Barracks, citing safety concerns and a pledge to avoid past mistakes. Read the full story.
Victoria Police can randomly stop and search anyone in inner Melbourne until May 2026 without warrants, sparking racial profiling concerns from legal groups and Senator Lidia Thorpe.
Explore the sharpest political cartoons from Australia in 2025, capturing global tensions and domestic policies. The annual collection edited by Russ Radcliffe is out now.
Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana's new party holds its first conference in Liverpool this weekend to decide on a name and leadership model after public disputes and resignations.
Andriy Yermak, President Zelensky's right-hand man, steps down after a major corruption probe into a £76m embezzlement scheme. Read the latest developments.
An Indiana Republican state senator vows to block Trump's redistricting push after the president used a slur against people with disabilities. Discover the political fallout.
Debra Marshall, the beloved WWE star from the Attitude Era, has resurfaced looking incredible at 65. Discover her new career in criminal justice and see photos from her recent convention appearance.
Donald Trump has invalidated every executive order Joe Biden signed using an autopen, escalating a constitutional battle over presidential legitimacy and pardon procedures.
Namibian politician Adolf Hitler Uunona secures fifth term but changes name due to unwanted attention. Discover the story behind his controversial name and election victory.
The BBC has issued a formal apology to Alison Prior following her 16-year legal fight over false allegations. Read the full story of her pursuit for justice.
Australian Senator Pauline Hanson suspended for 7 days after wearing burka in parliament protest. The One Nation leader defends her controversial stance on face coverings.
Emirjon Gjuta, deported twice from UK, sentenced to 14 months for breaching deportation order. CPS vows to prosecute immigration offenders.