JLS star Aston Merrygold updates fans after surgery
JLS singer Aston Merrygold has reassured fans after a successful operation for a tour injury. Get the latest health update and messages of support from his bandmates.
JLS singer Aston Merrygold has reassured fans after a successful operation for a tour injury. Get the latest health update and messages of support from his bandmates.
Traditional journalists have surrendered their Pentagon press passes, replaced by rightwing pundits who agreed to strict new reporting rules. Explore the implications for US defence scrutiny.
Lady Gaga brought her chaotic 'Mayhem Ball' tour to Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, delivering a two-hour spectacle of avant-garde fashion, theatrical performance, and pop anthems. Read our full review.
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.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage denies making racist comments 'with malice' as he attacks the BBC over historical allegations from school contemporaries. Read the latest political clash.
The New York Times files a federal lawsuit against the US Defence Department, alleging new press rules violate the First Amendment and chill independent reporting.
The New York Times files a lawsuit against the Pentagon, alleging new reporting rules violate First Amendment rights. Major US media outlets refuse to sign the agreement.
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.
President Trump directs immigration agents to focus on Somalis, calling Somalia a country that 'stinks'. Meanwhile, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces media questions over a Caribbean bombing incident.
Mass killings in the US have dropped to a 20-year low in 2025, but criminologists warn this likely represents a statistical 'regression to the mean' rather than a permanent decline. Explore the data and expert analysis.
The Trump administration unveils a 'Hall of Shame' website targeting journalists from outlets like the BBC and Washington Post. Explore the escalating White House media feud.
The White House's new media 'bias tracker' is a desperate gimmick that reveals Donald Trump's growing isolation, not flawed journalism. Analysis of his attacks and falling approval.
Oxford University Press names 'rage bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a tripling in use. Discover how this term defines online manipulation and our digital humanity.
Donald Trump's targeted abuse of female reporters reveals deepening misogyny and threat to press freedom. Analysis of his recent verbal assaults and their consequences.
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.
Veteran journalist Kerry O'Brien warns that press freedom faces unprecedented threats worldwide, from Gaza to Trump's lawsuits. Australia's government criticised for failing to deliver promised media reforms.
Nigel Farage faces renewed scrutiny over school racism claims as multiple witnesses come forward. The Reform UK leader denies allegations while critics question his version of events.
Bruna Ferreira, protected under DACA and mother to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's nephew, arrested by ICE before Thanksgiving. Her lawyer denies criminal record claims.
Cauldeen primary school in Inverness cancels Christmas performance featuring Syrian refugees after receiving racist and abusive messages. Police investigating threats.
CNN's Christiane Amanpour sounds alarm on press freedom erosion, detailing threats to journalists in US and Gaza. Join the fight to protect independent media.
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.
Donald Trump's shocking 'quiet piggy' remark to Bloomberg reporter Catherine Lucey over Epstein questions reveals deepening press freedom concerns in US politics. Read the full analysis.
Mel C reveals the Spice Girls are exploring a 2026 reunion tour for their 30th anniversary but are being 'precious' about their legacy. Find out which member is being kept in the dark.
Australian academic Murray Hunter faces a Thai criminal defamation trial over articles criticising Malaysia's internet regulator. Read about this alarming cross-border legal case.
Samoa's Prime Minister has suspended the Samoa Observer from press briefings, triggering widespread condemnation from political leaders and press freedom advocates. Explore the implications for democracy.
London cabbies demand Chancellor Rachel Reeves close a VAT loophole they say gives Uber an unfair advantage. Could the Budget raise £1bn? Read the full story.
Ex-England bowler Steven Finn believes this is England's best opportunity to win an Ashes series in Australia since 2010-11, backing Joe Root and Harry Brook to shine. Read his expert analysis.
The Guardian addresses historical inaccuracies concerning Dynamo Moscow's 1945 tour and England cricketer Jim Laker's Ashes debut. Read the full corrections here.