Wednesday briefing: Inside the Guardian’s investigation into Nigel Farage’s custom video clips In today’s newsletter: Henry Dyer on what we learned from uncovering the Reform leader’s Cameo recordings The Guardian - UK · Mar 18
Prairieland Verdict: Texas Man Found Guilty of Transporting Constitutionally Protected Pamphlets Eight others were convicted on vague "terrorism" charges—causing serious concern among First Amendment advocates. Reason · Mar 17
Bailiffs board Ryanair plane after passenger compensation dispute The action was taken by Austrian officials after the airline ignored a court order to pay a passenger £742 The Independent UK · Mar 17
Trump Admin Plans 'First of Its Kind' Airport Detention Center for Migrant Families The Trump administration is preparing to open what officials describe as a "first of its kind" detention facility for migrant families and unaccompanied children at Alexandria International Airport in Louisiana. Latin Times · Mar 16
After his shocking demand over ‘unflattering’ photos, Pete rips into journalists for not being ‘positive enough’ about US attacks Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth barred print photographers and certain journalists from a Pentagon press briefing on Friday, reportedly due to past “unflattering” photos of him. This bizarre move came as Hegseth launched into a sharp critique of news coverage regarding US military operations in Iran. He accused reporters of downplaying… The Mary Sue · Mar 14
“The song represents a reckless normalisation of a dangerous practice." Romania's nu metal-styled Eurovision Song Contest entry Choke Me under fire for allegedly promoting sexual strangulation Alexandra Căpitănescu's Eurovision song Choke Me is facing criticism from campaigners against sexual violence Metal Hammer · Mar 13
For Western and Indian press, people are just footnotes in the performance of war As I write this on March 12, we have entered the 13th day of the unprovoked war launched by Israel and the United States against Iran. Every day we are inundated with information, opinion, and visuals on this constantly developing war with no end in sight. Newslaundry · Mar 12
UK's AI Strategy Under Fire After Billions Invested and Nvidia Datacentres Remain Unconfirmed The UK's push to lead the AI race faces scrutiny after reports of missing investments and unbuilt datacentres, as breakthroughs reshape medicine and global alliances. International Business Times UK · Mar 11
Heartbreak in Oakland: Community Mourns Beloved Teacher and Devoted Father Lost in Tragic Shooting The shootings come as a shock after Oakland recorded its lowest homicide rate for the past five decades. International Business Times UK · Mar 10
The story of Born Slippy, Underworld’s emotion-stirring dance classic At the dawn of the 1990s, Underworld were a spent force - little did they realise they were about to create one of the decade’s most enduring tracks MusicRadar · Mar 9
The Guardian view on 25 years of Malorie Blackman’s Noughts & Crosses: a love story that changed an industry Editorial: Publishing has failed to deliver on its promises after Black Lives Matter. True diversity requires a lasting shift The Guardian - UK · Mar 6
“This song, on breakfast radio?! It was such a shock, ‘What?! When did the world change that this belongs here?’ Mad. It didn’t make sense”: The story of Born Slippy, Underworld’s emotion-triggering masterwork At the dawn of the 1990s, Underworld were a spent force - little did they realise they were about to create one of the decade’s most enduring tracks MusicRadar · Mar 6
“Even when we went to collect the Grammy for Song of the Year in 1980, I was thinking, ‘How did this happen?’”: This No.1 hit is the pinnacle of yacht rock, but its smooth sound belies its tortuous creation When Michael McDonald teamed up with Kenny Loggins, there was magic in the air MusicRadar · Mar 6
75 Posts That You Might Resonate With If You’re Deeply Attached To The 1990s And 2000s It’s wild to think that the 2000s were already a quarter of a century ago. For younger millennials and older Gen Z, these times are already considered “vintage.” Realizing this may make many of you feel old and wonder where all the time went. But instead of being overcome with… Bored Panda · Mar 4
The Times of India · Mar 2 How Switzerland became the world’s most nuclear bunker-ready nation Switzerland is often associated with mountains, neutrality, and peaceful cities. Yet beneath many homes, schools, hospitals, and public buildings lies a vast hidden network of nuclear shelters. According to the reports by The Guardian, Switzerland has more nuclear bunkers per person than any other country in the world. This is…
The Independent UK · Feb 26 Shia LaBeouf ordered to pay $100,000 bail and attend rehab after alleged Mardi Gras bar fight Actor was arrested earlier this month and charged with two counts of simple battery
The Guardian - UK · Feb 26 Guardian announces Leah Green as head of Guardian Studios The Guardian has today (Thursday 26 February) announced Leah Green as head of its newly formed Guardian Studios - a new creative hub for video-first, personality-led journalism.
The Independent UK · Feb 25 Martin Short: The cloud of tragedy around the comedy legend Comedian had lost his brother and both of his parents by the time he was 20
BANG Premier · Feb 25 Martin Short endured series of personal tragedies before death of daughter Katherine After the death of his daughter aged 42, it has resurfaced how comic Martin Short has endured a series of other personal tragedies – including the deaths of his parents, brother and ex-wife.
The Independent UK · Feb 23 British tourist with a valid visa detained by ICE for six weeks Karen Newton warned: tourists ‘don't go’ to the United States while Trump is in charge
The Times of India · Feb 23 ‘It was scary’: British grandmother's American dream turns into six-week ICE nightmare despite valid visa What began as a long-awaited dream holiday for a 65-year-old British grandmother ended in a frightening six-week ordeal inside a US immigration detention centre, despite her holding a valid tourist visa and having no criminal record.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 23 Dirty Business: The Guardian and Channel 4 partner to promote new factual drama exposing Britain’s sewage scandal The Guardian will use its full suite of formats including a Guardian-wide advertising takeover to drive audiences to watch Channel 4’s new series, Dirty Business.
The Independent UK · Feb 22 The real-life murder case behind ‘The Lady’: How Sarah Ferguson’s former dresser went from the palace to prison IN FOCUS: A new drama about Jane Andrews, Sarah Ferguson’s ex-right-hand woman who ended up in jail for murder, is airing just as the former duchess is already at the centre of a media storm. Katie Rosseinsky looks back at the harrowing case
Fortune · Feb 19 Prince Andrew was just arrested over Epstein-related 'misconduct.' Here's how low his net worth is—and how he'll pay his legal fees Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor reportedly never paid back his mother's estate, and his wealth is a fraction that of his brother, King Charles.
PC Gamer · Feb 19 'Preserving the web is not the problem. Losing it is,' claims the director of the Internet Archive "The Wayback Machine is built for human readers."