Badenoch: Tories 'Coming Back' Despite Local Election Losses
Kemi Badenoch says Conservatives are recovering after winning Westminster council, but losses in Suffolk, Hampshire, and Essex raise concerns about the party's future.
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Reform UK Wins Big in Northern England Councils
Reform UK took control of Sunderland, Barnsley, Gateshead, and South Tyneside councils, ending decades of Labour dominance in northern England.
DOJ Conflict Alleged in Washington Shooting Case
Critics say the DOJ's investigation into a Washington D.C. shooting suspect is compromised by a conflict of interest, raising concerns about impartiality.
Plaid Cymru Ends Labour's 100-Year Rule in Wales
Plaid Cymru wins Welsh Senedd elections, ending 100 years of Labour dominance. Leader Rhun ap Iorwerth says he is ready to become first minister.
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Labour Faces Multidirectional Threat in Local Elections
Labour suffers losses to Reform in heartlands and Greens in progressive bases, with cracks showing near Starmer's top team. Fragmented coalition poses challenges.
Pentagon Releases Secret UFO Files, Including Aldrin Report
The Pentagon released 162 previously secret UFO files, including Buzz Aldrin's 1969 report of a sizeable object near the moon. The move follows Trump's directive for transparency.
Cohutta Council Rehires Police After Mayor Fires All Officers
Cohutta town council held an emergency meeting to reinstate the police department after Mayor Ron Shinnick fired the chief and all officers, citing social media posts.
Corrections and Clarifications: Guardian Update
The Guardian published corrections and clarifications on May 8, 2026. This article summarizes the key fixes and updates to previous reporting.
Labour Loses Birmingham Council After 14 Years
Labour loses control of Birmingham city council as Reform, Greens, and pro-Gaza independents make significant gains. No party has a majority.
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Alabama House Primary Redistricting Causes Uproar
Alabama's new congressional map leads to heated primary battles, with incumbents facing off and minority representation at stake in the upcoming elections.
Starmer: Election Results Mean Delivering for Whole UK
PM Keir Starmer responds to tough local election losses, vowing to break with status quo and build a stronger, fairer UK by addressing cost of living, borders, and opportunity.
Four Florida Men Convicted in Haiti President Assassination Plot
Four south Florida men were convicted in Miami federal court for conspiring to assassinate Haitian President Jovenel Moïse in 2021, facing life in prison.
Starmer Under Pressure to Set Departure Timeline After Rout
Keir Starmer faces growing calls from Labour MPs to step down within a year after the party lost 25 councils and over 1,000 seats in devastating local election results across Britain.
Farage Hails Historic Shift After Reform UK Wins
Nigel Farage celebrates Reform UK's sweeping gains in local elections, taking control of Essex, Havering, and Sunderland councils, though some setbacks and polling suggest the party may have peaked.
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Surgeon 'traumatized' after removing liver instead of spleen
Florida surgeon Thomas Shaknovsky expresses deep regret over the death of patient William Bryan, whose liver was mistakenly removed instead of his spleen during surgery.
Hearings Reveal Australia's Troubling Rise in Antisemitism
Witnesses at the royal commission into antisemitism share harrowing experiences of hostility, discrimination, and the Bondi terror attack, highlighting a surge in anti-Jewish hate.
Judge: Doge Humanities Grant Cuts Unconstitutional
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration's Doge unit illegally terminated over $100M in humanities grants, citing viewpoint discrimination and lack of authority.
Expert Sudoku 7,307: Test Your Logic Skills
Solve the expert Sudoku 7,307 puzzle. Fill the grid so each row, column, and 3x3 box contains numbers 1-9. Find the solution in the next Guardian issue.
Trump Eases Hunting Rules in National Parks
The Trump administration is quietly reducing hunting restrictions across 55 national park and refuge sites, sparking debates on visitor safety and wildlife impact.
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Cameras Allowed in Charlie Kirk Murder Case Courtroom
A Utah judge ruled cameras may cover the trial of Tyler James Robinson, charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, rejecting defense concerns over media bias.
GM Settles Lawsuit Over Driving Location Data
General Motors reaches a settlement in a lawsuit alleging it collected and sold drivers' location data without consent, impacting millions.
Tony Abbott Named Liberal Party President
Angus Taylor has been elected as federal Liberal Party president, succeeding Tony Abbott. The move signals a shift in party direction and has sparked mixed reactions.
Trump Announces 3-Day Ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine War
Donald Trump announces a three-day ceasefire from May 9-11, including a prisoner swap of 1,000 each, confirmed by both Russia and Ukraine.
Virginia Court Blocks New Congressional Maps, GOP Wins
Virginia's supreme court ruled the state cannot use voter-approved congressional maps, handing Republicans a major win before midterms. Other states also see redistricting battles.
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US Strike on Narco-Boat Kills Two, One Survivor
The US military struck a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two and leaving one survivor, raising the death toll from such strikes to over 190 since September.
Zelenskyy 'Allows' Moscow Victory Day Parade in Decree
Ukraine's president issues decree permitting Russia's Victory Day parade on Red Square, as a three-day ceasefire begins. Forest fire near Chornobyl, oil refinery strikes, and air defense shortages also reported.
Left Voters Call for Unity to Counter Far Right in France
Hundreds of leftwing voters gathered in Paris to push for unity against the far right, as a record 30 candidates eye the 2027 presidential race, with Marine Le Pen's RN polling high.
Venice Biennale Faces Controversy Over Russia and Israel
At the Venice Biennale, protests erupt over Russia's return and Israel's presence, with jury resignations and accusations of propaganda.
Majority of Labour Members Say Starmer Cannot Revive Party
A Compass poll reveals 45% of Labour members want Keir Starmer to step down, with Andy Burnham as preferred successor. Over half doubt Starmer can turn around party fortunes.
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Doomsday Clock at 85 Seconds to Midnight: Experts Warn of Existential Threats
The Doomsday Clock stands at 85 seconds to midnight, the closest ever. Experts discuss nuclear war, climate change, AI, and how public action can turn back the hands.
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