Politics
Labour MPs pressure Burnham to boost paternity leave ahead of budget
Over 105 Labour MPs have written to PM Andy Burnham urging him to increase statutory paternity leave to six weeks at 90% pay, citing cost of living and economic benefits.
Culture
The Children revival review: Kirkwood's nuclear drama still hits hard
Lucy Kirkwood's The Children returns at Lyric Hammersmith in a 10th-anniversary revival, earning 3/5 stars for its timely nuclear allegory and tense performances.
Sports
Carragher doubts Man Utd Champions League quality after Sabah win
Jamie Carragher says Manchester United lack the quality to be serious Champions League contenders this season, despite a 4-0 win over Sabah in their league phase opener.
Business
Monty Don's Exit: A Chance to Reimagine Gardeners' World for Real Gardens
Monty Don leaves Gardeners' World after 20+ years. Claire Ratinon urges a format shake-up to feature ordinary, chaotic gardens across the UK, not just aspirational spaces.
Environment
Wildlife enters homes as habitats shrink, cartoon shows
A new First Dog on the Moon cartoon highlights how animals like echidnas, koalas, and skinks increasingly enter homes as habitats are destroyed, reflecting a growing wildlife trend.
UK soil moisture deficit: how dry are England and Wales' soils?
Soil moisture deficit (SMD) shows how dry UK soils are. Most of England and Wales face water storage deficits, with southern England needing unusually high rainfall.
How bin Laden's 9/11 plans failed
Osama bin Laden's 9/11 attacks aimed to bankrupt the US, force a Middle East withdrawal, and spark a global Muslim uprising. Twenty-five years on, all three goals have failed, with al-Qaida weakened and its ideology confined to the periphery.
California bans addictive social media features for minors
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation banning infinite scroll and autoplay for users under 16, plus AI chatbot safeguards.
Burnham's North Sea Oil Plan: Political Risk, Minimal Gain
Labour's Andy Burnham faces backlash over North Sea drilling approvals, risking political capital for minimal economic gain, as climate and diplomatic costs loom.
Royal Family Quiz: Monarchy, Palaces and Tradition
How much do you know about the British monarchy? Our royal quiz covers kings and queens, palaces, coronations, the Crown Jewels and royal traditions. Fourteen questions for royal watchers. Can you claim a crowning score?
