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Tuesday briefing: Starmer’s ‘last chance’ speech and the possible challengers to his premiership

In today’s newsletter: Our policy editor on what Keir Starmer said, how his leadership challengers have reacted, and what lies ahead

The Guardian - UK · May 12

The hill I will die on: Decorative cushions and throws on hotel beds should be banned, immediately

Why spoil perfectly crisp, clean bedding with dusty old accessories that have been used by hundreds of strangers? Yuck, says writer Annabel Lee

The Guardian - UK · Jan 10

A moment that changed me: I hated running – until I saw it through my daughter’s eyes

She was five when I first took her to a junior parkrun and I was amazed at her attitude and ability. After a lifetime of seeing exercise as punishment, I could suddenly appreciate it

The Guardian - UK · Oct 29, 2025