Why The Gilded Age is winning viewers over and what season 4 promises
Fans and critics are comparing The Gilded Age to Downton Abbey, with many declaring it superior; season 4 has been greenlit and praise is growing
Labour turmoil intensifies as Andy Burnham stands in Makerfield and Wes Streeting resigns
Sir Keir Starmer will confront MPs in the Commons amid the resignation of Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham’s selection for the Makerfield by-election, moves that have intensified debate about the future of Labour leadership
UK to monitor arrivals from St Helena and Ascension after MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak
UK teams repatriate contacts from St Helena and Ascension and assess a medic with suspected hantavirus
Drake drops three albums and confronts Kendrick Lamar and other peers
Drake answers years of criticism with a triple album drop that pairs bar-heavy retaliation on Iceman with smoother R&B and dance offerings
Major analysis links alcohol to many diseases and injuries, with some recoverable effects
A comprehensive synthesis shows alcohol contributes to more than 60 diseases and many injuries, and some harms may lessen after reducing or stopping consumption
Fragmented council leaves Birmingham without clear majority after May 7 election
Labour’s 14-year run in Birmingham ended as Reform, Greens, Conservatives and independents split the council, creating an uncertain future for services and the bin dispute
Barry parents advised to increase handwashing after Hepatitis A cluster
Public Health Wales is asking parents in Barry to reinforce hand hygiene after a cluster of Hepatitis A cases; vaccination has been offered to those in close contact
Myles Lewis-Skelly inspires Arsenal as Champions League night approaches
A fresh take on Myles Lewis-Skelly’s influential midfield outing, Arteta’s head-to-head record with Simeone and the charged atmosphere at the Emirates before a season-defining match
Removal of whisky tariffs after state visit boosts Scotch trade
President Trump said he would remove tariffs and restrictions on whisky imports in honour of King Charles and Queen Camilla, a move praised by Scottish officials and industry leaders
Referee under UEFA scrutiny after hotel incident in the UK
UEFA is investigating after a foreign national referee was arrested in the UK on suspicion of unwanted touching and attempting to lure a teenage boy; he is bailed pending police enquiries
Large Ijtema planned at Shrubland Hall sparks traffic and capacity worries
A planned three-day Ijtema at Shrubland Hall has drawn national attention as organisers and residents clash over scale and logistics
Leeds United aim to upset Chelsea as Wembley semi-final drama looms
Leeds United arrive in confident form while Chelsea navigate interim management and selection headaches ahead of a high-stakes FA Cup semi
Edinburgh secure Crusaders scrum-half Louie Chapman for next season
Edinburgh confirm Louie Chapman will join from Crusaders as the club looks to add specialist depth while youngsters like Hector Patterson continue to impress
Man City squeeze past Burnley to reclaim top spot on goal difference
City’s late-margin victory at Turf Moor keeps the Premier League fight alive and highlights Guardiola’s search for consistency
Former Labour general secretary joins Green Party amid London polling surge
Jennie Formby, Labour general secretary from 2018 to 2026, has joined the Green Party as polls indicate potential large gains for Zack Polanski in London
Legendary wine collection from Andrew Lloyd Webber goes to auction for music education
The composer is putting the last bottles from his famed cellar up for online sale, with all proceeds earmarked for The Music in Secondary Schools Trust to expand musical access in deprived secondary schools
How Scottish Cup semi-finals reshaped Hibs’ chances of European football
Hibs see a clearer route to Europe after the Scottish Cup semis, with fifth now a possible gateway but fourth still the preferred target
How NHS England will take on Freedom to Speak Up responsibilities
After the Dash review, the National Guardian’s Office will close on 30 June 2026 and NHS England will assume key duties from 1 July 2026, while providers take on greater responsibility for embedding Freedom to Speak Up
Save on Simba mattress with free bedding bundle and reflexology slippers
Discover how a Simba purchase can refresh your bedtime setup with free pillows, duvet, protectors and a pair of slippers
Ireland to contest nine matches at COED Slowpitch European Championship in Slough
Ireland faces a demanding nine-game round-robin at the COED Slowpitch European Championship in Slough from 14–18 July 2026, with four days of intense competition testing squad depth and tactics
How Dentons in the United Kingdom serves clients and wins recognition
An overview of Dentons in the United Kingdom: core services, recent recognitions and practical news for clients and partners
MacIntyre faces reprimand at the Masters after quadruple-bogey outburst
Bob MacIntyre’s opening round at Augusta National resulted in a reprimand after a quadruple-bogey and an emphatic gesture, leaving him needing a strong second round to make the cut
How the UK tracked Russian subs loitering over critical undersea cables
British and allied forces monitored an Akula attack submarine and two GUGI research vessels over critical undersea cables, deterring possible interference and confirming no damage