Gym group sparks fury over protected rocks at stone circle
A gym group used protected rocks at Stanton Moor's Nine Ladies Stone Circle as workout equipment, sparking outrage and police involvement over potential damage.
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Nepal floods, Kyiv strikes, Plaskett Fire: week in photos
Nepal's flash floods kill over 1,000; Russian strikes hit Kyiv; Plaskett Fire threatens California; Notting Hill carnival and more in 20 powerful images.
Tower of London at risk of UNESCO danger listing
Historic England warns the Tower of London could be added to UNESCO's danger list unless the City of London alters skyscraper contours in its draft City Plan 2040.
Holborn Viaduct to get new lighting after planning approval
Holborn Viaduct's new lighting scheme will illuminate its historic features and improve pedestrian safety, with installation expected by winter 2026/27.
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Édouard Balladur, French PM defeated by Chirac, dies at 97
Édouard Balladur, France's prime minister from 1993 to 1995, died at 97. He lost the 1995 presidential election to his former ally Jacques Chirac, ending a career marked by political ambition and later legal acquittal.
Wendell Berry, US author and farmer, dies aged 92
Wendell Berry, the Kentucky-born author and agrarian who celebrated farming life and warned of industrial excess, has died at home aged 92.
Sir Anthony Kenny, philosopher and priest, dies at 95
Sir Anthony Kenny, historian of philosophy and former Catholic priest, has died aged 95. He wrote 50 books, taught at Oxford for over 50 years, and led Balliol College.
Dolly Parton Laid to Rest in Private Nashville Funeral
Dolly Parton was interred at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Nashville on Friday, beside her husband Carl, in a private ceremony attended by immediate family.
Corrections: Karadžić Photo, Whitstable Location
The Guardian corrects a misidentified photo of Radovan Karadžić and an incorrect geographic description of Whitstable, among other recent amendments.
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Pastor killed by falling sign at Christian festival named
Robert Guanco, 41, a pastor at Jesus Living Water church in Eastbourne, died after a large wooden sign fell at the Big Church festival near Steyning; six others were injured.
Coroner: Errors Led to Belgian Tourist's Death in Tasmania
A coroner found a 'confluence of errors' led to Belgian tourist Celine Cremer's death in Tasmania's wilderness, including getting lost, insufficient clothing, and losing her phone.
Blood Moon Eclipse: Met Office Best UK Viewing Spots
The Met Office says southern and eastern England offer the best chance to see Friday's 93% partial lunar eclipse, despite widespread cloud elsewhere.
Blood Moon August 2026: London viewing spots and times
A partial lunar eclipse, or 'blood moon', will be visible from London in the early hours of Friday, August 28, 2026, peaking at 5.12am. Here are the best spots.
Bowie House Plans Spark Outrage Among Bromley Neighbours
Residents near David Bowie's childhood home in Bromley fear the planned visitor centre will destroy their quiet street, citing parking, noise, and a lack of consultation.
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Why 'Bless You' After a Sneeze Is Now Considered Annoying
A Reddit thread reveals growing irritation with 'bless you' after sneezes, with therapist Candace Newton explaining why. Etiquette expert Laura Windsor disagrees, calling it respectful.
1,800 pull 360-tonne Hirosaki Castle keep in Japan
About 1,800 people dragged Hirosaki Castle's 360-tonne keep over 2 metres using hikiya, a traditional method, to repair earthquake damage.
Jessica Dubroff: Child pilot's tragic coast-to-coast flight
Seven-year-old Jessica Dubroff died in 1996 attempting to become the youngest pilot to fly across America. Investigators blamed weather and instructor error.
Medieval Guernsey fragments reveal hidden literary culture
Seventeen medieval manuscript fragments, dating from the 12th to 15th centuries, have been discovered in Guernsey, revealing the island's rich literary culture for the first time.
Bishop Stephen Pedley dies at 85: ‘people’s bishop’ of Lancaster
Stephen Pedley, the beloved 'people's bishop' of Lancaster from 1998 to 2005, has died aged 85. Known for his infectious laughter and pastoral care, he served the Church of England for decades.
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Aardman founders on Morph, Oscars and 50-year partnership
Peter Lord and David Sproxton, Aardman co-founders, reflect on accidentally creating Morph, meeting Jack Nicholson at the Oscars, and their enduring creative partnership.
Latrobe Valley coal decline captured in photo project
Latrobe Valley's coal industry is in terminal decline, with mines closing by 2028 and 2035. A new photo project documents the region's rapid change and legacy.
Lord Snape obituary: Labour MP dies aged 84
Peter Snape, Labour MP for West Bromwich East from 1974 to 2001 and later Lord Snape, has died aged 84. A former railwayman and soldier, he was known for his sharp wit and dedication to his constituency.
Simon Houfe obituary: art historian and writer dies at 83
Simon Houfe, the art historian, journalist and author of nine books, has died aged 83. His 1978 Dictionary of British Book Illustrators was a landmark survey.
Pearly King of Peckham George Major dies aged 88
George Major, the real-life inspiration for Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses, has died aged 88. He was one of London's last Pearly Kings.
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Mercury enters Virgo and a lunar eclipse in Pisces shapes your week. Discover your tarot card reading for August 24-30, 2026, with insights for every zodiac sign.
Soho's Spirit of Soho mural: hidden secrets revealed
The Spirit of Soho mural, installed 35 years ago, depicts 40+ figures from Soho's history, including Mozart, Marx, and Casanova, with an animated element on the hour.
Stand By Me at 40: Why King Adaptation Still Resonates
Stand By Me marks its 40th anniversary as a rare Stephen King adaptation, enduring through authenticity and timeless coming-of-age themes, available on Sky, Now Cinema, and Paramount Plus.
Plimsoll line legacy: life-saving shipping mark remembered
Samuel Plimsoll's safe loading line saved countless lives, but his legacy is overshadowed by its resemblance to footwear, a letter notes.
Vivienne Jolie moves to drop Pitt surname in legal notice
Vivienne Jolie, 18, published a legal notice to drop Pitt from her surname, completing a required step under California law, as estrangement from Brad Pitt continues.
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Human bones under patio are 1,000-year-old Anglo-Saxon remains
Builders found human bones under a couple's patio in Wye, Kent in 2019. Tests revealed they were Anglo-Saxon, around 1,000 years old. The remains were reburied in a churchyard service attended by over 25 people.
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