Politics
Trump Vows 'Immediate' Backing for Netanyahu if Israel Strikes Iran Again
Donald Trump promised 'immediate' US support if Benjamin Netanyahu orders new strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. The pledge came during a Mar-a-Lago meeting where Trump also addressed Gaza, Syria, and Ukraine. Read the full analysis.
Culture
Nadia Davids' 'Cape Fever' Explores Power Dynamics in Post-Apartheid Cape Town
Nadia Davids' novel 'Cape Fever' dissects the complex relationship between a mistress and her maid in modern Cape Town. Read our in-depth review of this powerful literary work.
Sports
Online Schooling Surges 4300% for Junior Tennis Players Post-Pandemic
Elite junior tennis players are increasingly opting for online schooling, offering flexibility but raising questions about childhood and social development. Explore the benefits and quiet costs.
Business
Octopus Energy's Kraken Valued at $8.65bn in Major Stake Sale
Octopus Energy sells a $1bn stake in its software arm Kraken, valuing it at $8.65bn. CEO Greg Jackson hints at a future London stock market flotation for the UK tech success story.
Environment
Transport
London Underground's Confusing Duplicate Station Names
Two London Underground stations with the same name are causing headaches for tourists and commuters. Could a simple renaming solve the problem? Read more.
Manhunt after fatal hit-and-run in Gillingham
Police are searching for two men after a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on the A289 in Gillingham, Kent. Witnesses say the victim was carried on the car's bonnet.
Mexico Train Derailment Kills 14 in Oaxaca
A passenger train derailment in Mexico's Oaxaca state has left at least 14 dead and 43 injured. Rescue efforts continue as authorities investigate the cause of the tragic accident.
UK's Longest Direct Train Journey is 500 Miles
The Caledonian Sleeper is now the UK's longest direct rail route, taking over 12 hours from London to Fort William. Discover the scenic overnight journey.
London's 2026 Transport Overhaul: Key Changes
From tube fare hikes and self-driving taxis to Oxford Street pedestrianisation, discover all the major changes coming to London's transport network in 2026. Stay informed.