Politics
Argentina court orders Nazi-looted painting returned to heir
An Argentine judge ruled that a Nazi-looted 18th-century painting must be returned to the heir of Dutch Jewish art dealer Jacques Goudstikter.
Culture
A Long Winter review: Haigh's subversive winter western
Andrew Haigh's A Long Winter, adapted from Colm Tóibín's story, transplants grief and desire to 1950s Colorado. The film explores male fragility and a strange freedom after a mother vanishes.
Sports
Ben Simmons signs one-year deal with Sacramento Kings
Ben Simmons, former No 1 pick, signs a one-year, US$3.5m deal with the Sacramento Kings for 2026-27, aiming to revive his NBA career after a season out.
Business
Tesco Express to open next to Richmond Station despite alcohol concerns
Tesco plans a new Express store in Richmond town centre, replacing Amazon Fresh, with alcohol sales from 6am to 11pm daily, pending council approval. Residents' groups object.
Transport
Environment
Sydney's hottest spring start since 1858 as fire ban declared
Sydney is set to hit 33C in its warmest start to spring since 1858, while snow is forecast in southern NSW. A total fire ban is in place for greater Sydney due to extreme fire danger.
Trump order targets gray wolf protections
Trump signed an executive order Friday directing the interior department to consider de-listing gray wolves from the Endangered Species Act, giving Secretary Doug Burgum three months to decide.
Zika mosquito found breeding in London for first time
Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, capable of spreading Zika virus, have been found breeding in East London for the first time in the UK, but officials say public risk remains low.
Failing Holland Park Tennis Courts to Get Full Refurbishment
Two failing tennis courts in Holland Park will be fully refurbished with new surfacing, equipment, and LED floodlights if plans are approved on September 8.
Kew Gardens £10 Tuesday Ticket Deal Until December
Kew Gardens adult tickets drop to £10 every Tuesday from Sept 8 to Dec 29, a £15 saving on the usual £25 entry.
TV & Film Quiz: The Best of British Screen
From Doctor Who and James Bond to Only Fools and Horses and Fawlty Towers, our TV and film quiz celebrates classic British screen favourites. Fourteen questions of mixed difficulty for every armchair fan. Lights, camera, action!
