Fresh Plans for Manchester-Birmingham Railway Link
A new railway line could connect Manchester and Birmingham, as the government prepares to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail upgrades. Learn about the potential route and the legacy of HS2.
A new railway line could connect Manchester and Birmingham, as the government prepares to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail upgrades. Learn about the potential route and the legacy of HS2.
Rachel Reeves to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail revival, including a new line between Birmingham and Manchester. Construction not expected until after 2036.
US representatives reintroduce a bill to ban tricky subscription cancellations, as Americans waste hundreds on forgotten services. Could UK consumers benefit from similar protections?
The Adelaide Festival board cancels its 2026 Writers' Week and resigns after disinviting Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking a mass boycott. Read the full story.
The Guardian has issued corrections regarding the per-mile cost of HS1, the species protected by a 'bat tunnel', and the status of Aylesbury Vale Parkway station. Read the full clarifications.
Three directors resign from Adelaide Festival board as author Randa Abdel-Fattah serves legal notice over cancelled event. Read the latest on the cultural dispute.
Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts is 'heartbroken' after withdrawing from the final week of Hadestown for surgery. The pregnant singer, 40, shares her disappointment and apologises to fans.
Major disruption hits Camden as HS2 and utility works trigger multiple road closures throughout January 2026, with some streets shut for up to five weeks. Plan your journey.
Labour-run Lambeth Council cancels the 2026 Lambeth Country Show, citing a £1.1m cost. Lib Dems brand the decision 'shocking', arguing it could run for £400k. Read the full story.
Following US military action in Venezuela, hundreds of Caribbean flights were cancelled. Get the latest Foreign Office advice and know your passenger rights if your travel is disrupted.
Exclusive photos reveal the current state of the HS2 high-speed rail project, showing progress on stations and viaducts as the new CEO promises a 'fundamental reset'. Discover the latest.
Kennedy Center president Richard Grenell seeks $1m in damages from drummer Chuck Redd, who cancelled a Christmas Eve show after the venue was renamed for Donald Trump. Explore the legal and cultural clash.
Klezmer-dance band Oi Va Voi saw two UK shows cancelled after protests. The musicians discuss feeling targeted and the climate for Jewish artists in Britain.
A British father living in Australia for 15 years is facing deportation after allegedly posting antisemitic content online. Read the full story on the crackdown on hate speech.
A 43-year-old British national in Queensland has had his visa cancelled and faces deportation after being charged with displaying Nazi symbols and advocating violence against Jewish people online.
London's New Year's Eve fireworks face a drizzly forecast. Discover if the iconic display will be cancelled and see the full weather outlook for the capital's celebrations.
A parent of disabled children hails the new GP online booking system as an immense improvement, calling it efficient and less stressful than being caller number 26 at 9am. Read more on NHS reforms and public opinion.
A detailed guide to the Guardian Weekly print subscription terms, covering delivery, payment, holidays, and your cancellation rights. Essential reading for UK and international subscribers.
Biblical rainfall forecast for Dubai risks repeating 2024's airport flooding, potentially leaving tens of thousands of British travellers stranded over Christmas. Know your flight rights.
Ten years on from its proposal, we walk the route of the HS2 high-speed rail line to uncover the real impact on communities, landscapes, and the project's spiralling budget. Discover the stories behind the world's most expensive railway.
A London couple's honeymoon to Thailand is in tatters after a last-minute Thai Airways flight cancellation left them £1,350 out of pocket and stranded at Heathrow Airport. Discover your passenger rights.
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London has been saved after a public outcry. Passengers and staff react to the U-turn on plans to scrap the busy but often delayed intercity train.
CBS has abruptly cancelled a planned town hall with journalist Bari Weiss after host Erika Kirk's past controversial remarks resurfaced. The network faces scrutiny over its editorial vetting process.
A Ghanaian carer cancels all benefits including her autistic daughter's disability allowance amid fears new immigration rules will block her UK settlement. Read her story.
Cauldeen primary school in Inverness cancels Christmas performance featuring Syrian refugees after receiving racist and abusive messages. Police investigating threats.
UK tourists warned of common travel insurance pitfalls that could invalidate policies. Expert advice from Post Office on avoiding coverage cancellation during winter getaways.
Ariana Grande cancels Wicked: For Good press tour events after testing positive for Covid-19. Get the latest updates on her cancelled interviews and the film's release.
Sports Interactive's pre-tax losses surged to £8.5m after cancelling Football Manager 25. Discover how this strategic move aims to secure the franchise's future.
Matthew Gruter was taken into custody in a pre-dawn raid after his visa was cancelled for attending a neo-Nazi rally. The Home Affairs Minister defends the decision. Read the full story.
A South African man has had his Australian visa cancelled after participating in a neo-Nazi protest outside NSW Parliament. Home Affairs Minister sends strong message.