Digital Age Warnings Ignored: Democracy vs Machine
A podcast reveals how early digital age warnings about threats to liberal society were ignored, as hopes for an egalitarian utopia faded.
Category : Culture
Festival of the Winds 2026: Bondi Beach Kite Spectacle
Bondi Beach hosted the 49th annual Festival of the Winds on 13 September 2026, filling the sky with kites. Founded in 1978, the event drew crowds and featured colourful displays.
Mary Gaudron, first female High Court judge, dies at 83
Mary Gaudron, the first woman appointed to Australia's High Court, has died aged 83. She was a legal pioneer, equality advocate, and champion of women in the workplace.
Daily Horoscope Sept 14, 2026: Sun-Mars Link Boosts Productivity
Today's horoscope for September 14, 2026: Sun-Mars alignment boosts productivity. Get predictions for all star signs, with Gemini, Cancer, and Leo urged to seize opportunities.
Trump lifts Irish whiskey tariffs at Irish Open
Donald Trump announced he will lift tariffs on Irish whiskey at the Irish Open, drawing cheers from the crowd. He said he discussed the matter with Taoiseach Micheál Martin.
Mural honours aunts who aided Basque refugee boys
A mural at Buscot Park depicts Poppy and Chloe Vulliamy, who helped house 55 Basque boys during the Spanish civil war, with Lord Faringdon.
Meghan Markle shares family video after UK return
Meghan Markle posted a video of Archie and Lilibet enjoying outdoor activities as the Sussexes settle back in the UK after relocating from the US.
BBC's Drag Race UK Cancellation: A Blow to Queer TV
BBC cancels Drag Race UK, moving to Wow Presents Plus, sparking concerns over queer representation and the show's cultural impact.
Weekend Photos: Picnic Record, Kite Fest, Venice Awards
A 3.1-mile picnic table in Bucharest, a kite festival in Sydney, and Venice film awards highlight this weekend's global photos.
Emmerdale 2026 cast: Returns, exits and new arrivals (13.09.2026)
Emmerdale's 2026 cast changes include Sadie King's return, Thea Ramsden's arrival, and Vinny Dingle's exit. Here's the full list of who's coming and going.
Dalton Mills fire: Peaky Blinders filming location hit by blaze
A major fire tore through Grade II-listed Dalton Mills in Keighley on September 13, 2026, forcing evacuations. This marks the fifth blaze in five years at the Peaky Blinders and Downton Abbey filming location.
Fashion Experts' Guide to the Best Women's Wardrobe Basics
From M&S knickers to Cos T-shirts, Guardian stylists reveal the essential basics they swear by for a hardworking wardrobe, with prices and where to buy.
Modern Bayeux Tapestry: Cartoonist and Critic Tackle Horror
Guardian cartoonist Edith Pritchett reimagines the Bayeux tapestry for the digital age, while art critic Jonathan Jones finds fresh horror in the original at the British Museum.
Decline of Reading Threatens Democracy, Warns Columnist
A Guardian columnist warns that the decline of reading is eroding the analytical tools needed to challenge fascism and populism, citing new book 'The New Dark Ages' and YouGov polling.
South London's hidden caves: fact or folklore?
Hidden caves in South London, including Beddington Caves, have inspired legends of smugglers' routes to Brighton. Historical records and geological evidence suggest they were sand mines, not secret tunnels.
15 London Christmas Events to Book Now for 2026
From Somerset House ice skating to Royal Albert Hall carols, discover 15 top London Christmas events for 2026 and book early to avoid sell-outs.
Tower Hamlets tops London street art borough list
Tower Hamlets has the most street art in London with 197 pieces, according to a new Barratt London report. Hackney and Camden follow.
Sweden's Local Food Heroes: A Culinary Journey
Chefs in eastern Sweden are shunning imported produce for local ingredients, reinforcing how food is intertwined with a region and its people, from Högbo Bruk to Hälsingland.
Evercade Nexus hands-on: a reader's first impressions
A reader shares hands-on impressions of the Evercade Nexus, Alpha, and Super Pocket from a community event, including gameplay and hardware notes.
Writers revisit childhood homes and their emotional power
Six writers, including Esther Freud and Deborah Levy, return to their childhood homes and discover the profound emotional impact these places still hold.
Gen Z's Ketchup on Sunday Roast Sparks Culinary Outrage
A survey reveals 39% of Gen Z add ketchup to Sunday roast, swapping potatoes for avocado, sparking culinary outrage.
Tarot Horoscope Sept 14-20: Weekly Predictions for Your Sign
This week's tarot horoscope for September 14-20 brings a peaceful pause. Discover what the cards reveal for your star sign, from new openings to love and rest.
Nintendo Outshines PlayStation as Industry Leader
Nintendo's two Directs prove it's a better industry leader than PlayStation, with a Switch 2 focus and Ocarina of Time remake, despite odd priorities.
Daily horoscope September 13, 2026: predictions for all signs
The Moon angles toward Mars on September 13, 2026, heightening conflict potential. Daily horoscopes for all 12 star signs, with advice to stay balanced and patient.
Celine Dion weeps through triumphant Paris comeback show
Celine Dion sobbed through her first full concert in years at Paris' Plénitude Arena, telling fans she 'promised not to cry' as she returned to the stage after her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis.
Guardian's NAZA wins Special Jury Prize at Venice
NAZA, a Guardian-produced documentary by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, won the Special Jury Prize at the 83rd Venice Film Festival for exposing Israel's mass killing systems in Gaza.
Parlez cafe in Brockley to close after nine years due to costs
Parlez, a popular cafe opposite Brockley station, will close after nine years. The owners cite soaring costs, saying 'the numbers no longer add up,' prompting locals to call it 'a big loss' for the community.
Dutch thriller The Perfect Lie climbs Netflix top 10
The Perfect Lie, a Dutch thriller about a dinner party gone wrong, has soared up Netflix's top 10 after its release this week. Based on Saskia Noort's 2004 bestseller, the seven-part series stars Loes Haverkort.
Ant and Dec joke about Holly and Phil's queuegate on podcast
Ant and Dec mocked Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield's queuegate scandal on their podcast, joking about skipping queues at the British Museum's Bayeux tapestry exhibition.
Mayfair Chippy Review: Is £27 Fish and Chips Worth It?
We visited The Mayfair Chippy in London and paid £27.25 for fish and chips. Our review reveals whether the upscale twist on the British classic is worth the price tag.
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