Coetzee declines Jerusalem festival over Gaza genocide
Nobel laureate JM Coetzee declines Jerusalem writers festival, citing Israel's 'genocidal campaign' in Gaza and stating it will take years for Israel to clear its name.
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Train to Amberley: South Downs Gateway with Great Pub
Discover Amberley, a picture-perfect West Sussex village reachable by train, offering hiking, a medieval castle, and the newly reopened Black Horse pub with local food.
City Warns of 'Significant' Market Impact from Local Elections
City giants warn local elections could be 'significant' for markets, with traders eyeing Labour leadership moves and potential fiscal policy shifts.
Trump Flails in Iran Trap: New Proposal May Offer Exit
Trump's latest Iran proposal, derided as a 'wishlist' by Tehran, could provide a way out of the crisis he created. But with over 5,000 dead, the cost is immense.
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Readers Debate Cap on Donations to Protect Democracy
Readers respond to George Monbiot's article on party funding, proposing donation caps, membership limits, and real-time transparency to prevent political corruption.
King in Trump's Court: Guardian Weekly 8 May
Explore the latest Guardian Weekly issue, examining Trump's court dynamics and global political shifts, with in-depth analysis and exclusive reports.
UK Elections: Green Campaigners Warn on Fossil Fuels
Green campaigners urge voters to consider climate solutions in local elections, warning that fossil fuel policies worsen cost of living.
Corrections and Clarifications May 6
The Guardian's May 6 corrections clarify errors in previous reports, including misattributed quotes and factual inaccuracies.
Elections: Beyond Starmer's Future
Tomorrow's elections across the UK are about more than Keir Starmer's survival. Key races in Scotland and Wales could reshape politics for years.
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At 58, I Refuse the ‘Old Age’ Label Imposed by Gen Z
Luz Castano responds to a column on Gen Z thinking old age starts at 53, rejecting the label and emphasizing that life remains rich and self-directed beyond 50.
Democrats Push Rubio on Israel's Nuclear Arsenal
House Democrats have urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to publicly acknowledge Israel's nuclear weapons, arguing that ambiguity undermines nonproliferation amid the Iran conflict.
Corrections: Ed Davey Quote, Wales Principality Error
Corrections to Ed Davey quote on voting Lib Dem in Portsmouth and Wales not being a principality. Other amended articles listed.
White Shirt Guy to Sue NSW Police Over Assault Claim
Derek Jones, known as 'white shirt guy,' plans to sue NSW police for alleged assault at a protest. Also: RBA rate hike, inland rail cuts, and Middle East tensions.
Ukraine War Briefing: Death Toll Rises; Russia Shunned at Biennale
Russian strikes kill 27 across Ukraine hours before Kyiv's ceasefire deadline. Venice Biennale opens with Russia's pavilion closed to public amid controversy.
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Merz Still Struggles with Low Approval One Year In
Friedrich Merz marks one year as German chancellor with just 19% approval, facing crises, gaffes, and far-right gains amid coalition tensions.
US Says War Over, Strait Blockade Continues
Analysis of the White House's claim that Operation Epic Fury is over despite the ongoing Strait of Hormuz blockade, plus a Supreme Court decision affecting midterm elections and the King's US visit.
New Mexico Seeks $3.7bn Fine and Major Reforms in Meta Trial
New Mexico's attorney general petitions for a $3.7bn fine and sweeping child safety changes to Meta's platforms in the second phase of a landmark case.
Lutnick to Testify on Epstein Ties in House Interview
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will sit for a transcribed interview with the House oversight committee over his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein, after documents revealed continued contact post-2008 conviction.
Antisemitic Hate Crimes in London Hit Two-Year High
Met police log 140 antisemitic offences in April, highest since March 2024, and deploy 100 extra officers to protect Jewish communities amid rising threats.
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DoJ Shuts SF Immigration Court, Critics Warn of Backlog
The Department of Justice closed a major San Francisco immigration court, drawing criticism from attorneys who say it will worsen the case backlog and create chaos for migrants.
US Cancels Visas for Costa Rica Newspaper Board
The US State Department revoked tourist visas for five board members of La Nación, Costa Rica's leading newspaper critical of President Chaves, an ally of Trump, sparking press freedom concerns.
Hungary's State Media Faces Overhaul as Orbán Era Ends
Journalists brace for sweeping reforms after years of pro-government control under Viktor Orbán, as Péter Magyar takes power.
Man Stabs Partner 22 Times, Triggers Gas Explosion in London
Clifton George admitted manslaughter but denied murder of Annabel Rook, whom he stabbed at least 22 times before causing a gas explosion at their east London home.
Mum Dies After Head Trapped Between Rocks in Tide
A mother drowned after becoming trapped head-first between rocks on Lowestoft seafront as the tide rose, despite rescue attempts by strangers. An inquest has begun.
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Bromley Councillor Sacked as Magistrate Claims Political Witch Hunt
Simon Fawthrop, a Bromley councillor, lost his magistrateship after criticizing a judge in an anti-ULEZ case, alleging Deputy PM David Lammy orchestrated a political witch hunt.
Sadiq Khan Gets New Transport, Tax, Licensing Powers
The English Devolution Bill grants Mayor Sadiq Khan new powers over transport, licensing, and a tourist tax, potentially raising £350m annually for London.
Should faith-defined communities be abolished? Readers debate
Readers discuss whether faith-defined communities should be abolished, King Charles's US visit, Golders Green attack, migrant descent, deposit return scheme, House of Lords, and Sudoku puzzles.
Coroner: Girl's Death by Tree Branch Was Accident
A coroner ruled that the death of 12-year-old Brooke Wiggins, crushed by a falling tree branch while on a rope swing in Banstead, was an accident. Surrey County Council was not found negligent.
Sadiq Khan Would Be Asset to Lords, Says Labour Peer
Lord Len Duvall says the Mayor of London could make a positive contribution to the House of Lords if offered a peerage, amid speculation about Khan's future after local elections.
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Met Police Deploys 100-Officer Unit for Jewish Protection
The Metropolitan Police launches a 100-officer Community Protection Team for Jewish communities amid rising antisemitic incidents, including arson and a terror-linked stabbing.
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