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The Maltese word, which resembled a British swear, has been removed

There was controversy over Maltese entrant Miriana Conte as her lyrics and song title appeared to be similar to a British swear word.

Each day, like credulous children, we rediscover misogyny anew as if putting our hands in the earth and pulling out something astonishing. What is this strange thing? What is its nature?

Wren has been at the forefront of broadcast news for 25 years, editing Newsnight and now Channel 4 News. She talks about slippery politicians – and the blockade on journalism in Gaza

This may be a rational move – but it should not be used as an argument to hack away at the corporation until it has little left to offer, says Archie Bland, editor of the Guardian’s First Edition newsletter

Women are no longer afraid to be branded scolds – it’s time we had the courage of our convictions

Sherlock star Abbington details graphic 'sexual gesture' claim against Pernice

First Scoop, now another spin, better, through Newsnight’s royal interview; an unrecognisable Colin Farrell returns to Gotham City; aspiring fashion designers try to second-guess M&S; and clunky dialogue on the line…

The British royals have long been a fascination. The wealth, pomp and ceremony surrounding them have placed them apart from the majority of us. It is hard to imagine the luxury of a 775-room palace with servants and chauffeurs being integral to everyday life. Their privilege brings a sense of…