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A new book explores their simple complexity, achieved after centuries of history. Its author, the architect Javier Vives, writes about the relationship those spaces maintain with theater and culture
The Washington Post has reported on a secret presidential plane swap.
Workers in Manila waded through the river, collecting waste that washed in during days of heavy rain.
France is gripped by another heatwave as it also grapples with a record drought. Nearly 70% of the country is facing water restrictions with agriculture bearing the brunt. The production of milk has fallen significantly as extreme heat caused vegetation to dry up and the quality of dairy products, notably cheese, is threatened.
A group of House Democrats are pushing two top artificial intelligence companies to disclose more information about reported incidents in which their AI models escaped containment and hacked into other companies during cybersecurity tests. The lawmakers cited the “serious risk that frontier AI models can pose” in separate letters to the top executives at Anthropic…
Toyota is recalling about 655,000 Camry vehicles globally due to a display error that may deactivate safety indicators
The fastest growing Ebola outbreak in history – and the second deadliest – began in February, months before it was declared, the World Health Organisation has said
Four human rights groups in the United States are suing President Donald Trump’s administration over its sanctions against the International Criminal Court, which they say are unlawful.
Bulgaria’s second edition of the LUNAR: Sea of Lights festival turned Bulgaria's southern Black Sea coast into an immersive open-air gallery, where digital art meets the landscape. The event featured the work of 17 artists originating from eight countries across the five resort towns of Tsarevo, Lozenets, Varvara, Ahtopol and Sinemorets. The Light Festival ran from August 7-10.
President Trump was part of a particularly elaborate deception last month, boarding one jet before being spirited away to another.
Hong Kong authorities have defended the city’s childhood vaccination programme after the United States scaled back its immunisation recommendations, stressing that public health policies should not be “arbitrarily altered”. The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) said on Tuesday that all public health policies and medical recommendations had to be based on scientific evidence. “Vaccination…
Why investment by a group including Jeff Bezos would not make a marked difference to Liverpool's spending power - and might sit uneasily with fans.
A leaked internal review warns of concerns about a new unit investigating the most serious crimes.
BBC News (Front page)Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has defeated democratic socialist Francesca Hong in the wide-open Wisconsin governor’s race, Decision Desk HQ projects. Crowley, with support from retiring …
The HillThe vessel is said to have overturned after being hit by strong waves.
BBC WorldFollow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Education minister says funding agreement with Victoria ‘very close’ The education minister, Jason Clare , says…
The Guardian WorldMilwaukee County executive David Crowley emerged the victor in the hard-fought Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor against democratic socialist state Rep. Francesca Hong early Wednesday – giv…
The HillA Democratic primary for governor in Wisconsin remained neck and neck early Wednesday, leaving a national battle between progressive and moderate wings largely unsettled.
The New York Times USVoters will be required to number at least five parties above the line in order of preference after bill passed upper house 33 votes to four Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates G…
The Guardian WorldThe world record for the women's 800m is the longest-standing in athletics. No-one has managed to break it for 43 years. Why?
BBC News (Front page)US leader reportedly hid in a catering truck to fend off an assassination threat after attending Nato summit last month
The Independent WorldThe military increasingly relies on motorized paragliders, gyrocopters and drones for low-altitude strikes using unguided explosives, according to U.N. investigators.
The Japan TimesThere are more votes in tolerance and decency than in toxic division. It doesn’t take a great leap of political courage to fight back against Reform Nigel Farage can be confident of victory against…
The Guardian PoliticsExclusive: Pay increases to two weeks in England and Wales after Guardian revealed officers ‘mocked’ for taking time off Paid paternity leave for police in England and Wales is to double, after the…
The Guardian WorldExhibition in Port Talbot is part of project exploring how communities experience endings and transitions Margaret Heggett, 95, does not remember a time when Port Talbot was ever quiet. Born and ra…
The Guardian WorldHigh temperatures continue with forecasts reaching 38C on Thursday and wildfires stretching emergency services The prime minister will chair a meeting of the Cobra emergency committee on Wednesday …
The Guardian WorldHong Kong authorities have charged a woman on suspicion of keeping 136 dogs without valid licences at a shelter previously investigated for alleged animal cruelty, the South China Morning Post has …
South China Morning PostThe Government will meet to discuss this summer's record-breaking heat as the tally for days above 30C in the UK is broken.
BBC PoliticsMs. Graham will face Representative Ralph Norman, a hard-line conservative who had previously run for governor, in the runoff.
The New York Times USIn today’s newsletter: As ministers scramble to resolve overcrowding in prisons, experts say the crisis demands a rethink of who we lock up – and what happens when they’re set free Good morning. On…
The Guardian WorldParis St-Germain aim to start their season as they hope to end it - by winning a European trophy.
BBC News (Front page)Ahmed al-Ahmed was charged with domestic violence common assault, stalking, and intimidation following an alleged incident involving his father in March
The Independent WorldTaipei says Beijing was trying to create a false impression that it controls waters east of Taiwan, where the drills were conducted.
The Japan TimesLobbyist Jeremy Greenwood gives evidence about allegations linked to Reformers at Independent Commission Against Corruption hearing Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our br…
The Guardian WorldThe U.S. treasury secretary believes tightening is crucial to address the weakness in Japan's currency but the prime minister has long been wary of taking interest rates too high.
The Japan TimesHaving lost 2-1 in the first leg, Lyon turned the tie around with a 3-0 victory over Sparta Prague in the third qualifying round of the Champions League. OL will face Fenerbahce in the playoffs to …
France 24 EnglishPrime minister Anutin Charnvirakul calls for tighter gun controls and ‘decisive penalties’ after nine dead in school shooting Thailand has suspended firearms licences after the deadly Nonthaburi sc…
The Guardian WorldAston Villa are competing in the Super Cup for the first time since 1982, but manager Unai Emery has much more recent experience of the match.
BBC News (Front page)Andy Green set the fastest time ever recorded in a hydrogen-powered car, reaching 406mph (654km/h).
BBC News (Front page)Votes are still being counted in the Wisconsin Democratic primary for governor, with Rep. Francesca Hong and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley separated by only a few hundred votes. NBC News…
NBC NewsPutin will not enter serious negotiations if he believes he has a ‘viable military path’, says ISW
The Independent WorldThe victory by Minnesota’s lieutenant governor was the latest for the left-wing movement in the Midwest. She could become the first Native woman in the Senate.
The New York Times USHong Kong remained gripped by extreme heat on Wednesday with temperatures reaching 35 degrees Celsius (95 Fahrenheit) in parts of the city, prompting labour representatives to urge authorities to i…
South China Morning PostThe city is no stranger to complaints about soaring prices during August - but are costs on the rise?
BBC News (Front page)Households living within 1,600ft of upgraded pylons will get £250 a year off their electricity bills.
BBC News (Front page)The chief inspector of probation for England and Wales tells the BBC services are already under "unprecedented pressure".
BBC PoliticsMaster’s student made first bar with 100% UK ingredients since 1932 to highlight affect of climate crisis on cocoa plants The late queen was the only person in history to have ever eaten a chocolat…
The Guardian WorldAs the midterm elections are heating up, more and more Hollywood stars say they’re putting a freeze on speaking out about politics, perhaps feeling burned by the 2024 White House race. In recent mo…
The HillForecasters warned the Chinese capital could receive more than one-third of its average annual rainfall over 24 hours Thousands of people have been evacuated from areas at risk of flooding and land…
The Guardian WorldThe suspect has denied the allegation to police, who are investigating the possibility of a money dispute.
The Japan TimesRio Tinto said in December it may cease operations at the Tomago aluminium smelter at the end of its current electricity supply contract Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get o…
The Guardian WorldIf you’re in Europe, get ready to gaze at the sky. But not without the right glasses.
The New York Times WorldThe Portuguese superstar has posted an image of two hands - presumed to be his on top of his wife's - both wearing wedding rings.
BBC WorldVermont Gov. Phil Scott (R) is projected to face progressive Democrat Amanda Janoo in the state’s November election, according to Decision Desk HQ. Scott has served as the state’s top official sinc…
The HillTakaichi's success will ultimately depend not on becoming the next Shinzo Abe, but on proving that his strategic legacy can evolve to meet a new era.
The Japan TimesDemocratic socialist is frontrunner in four-way race to face Republican Tom Tiffany in test of anti-establishment mood Wisconsin voters will decide on Tuesday whether to nominate a democratic socia…
The Guardian WorldThe PM has announced a rake of measures to help people since taking office three weeks ago.
BBC News (Front page)State’s Democratic lieutenant governor bests Angie Craig in another election contest pitting a progressive against a moderate Peggy Flanagan, Minnesota’s lieutenant governor, won the Democratic pri…
The Guardian WorldThe Tokyo-based company's stock fell as much as 12% on Wednesday, their biggest intraday drop since April last year.
The Japan TimesThe strongest temblor in years struck in a Pacific Coast region, killing over 100 people.
The New York Times WorldThis live blog is now closed. Progressive Peggy Flanagan sweeps Minnesota Senate primary in race defined by anti-ICE anger Sign up to the US Breaking News email Pete Hegseth ’s appointments to a ke…
The Guardian WorldPresident Hakainde Hichilema was elected five years ago, promising to protect civil liberties in his copper-rich African nation. Now, he’s accused of trampling on them.
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