Objection after museum removes word ‘Palestine’ from list of countries of ancient Levant and Egypt and from some explanatory panels The Palestinian ambassador to the UK has called for Foreign Office intervention after the British Museum removed references to Palestine from its exhibits. The UK recognised the state of Palestine ...
Day: May 6, 2026
How to survive the information crisis: ‘We once talked about fake news – now reality itself feels fake’How to survive the information crisis: ‘We once talked about fake news – now reality itself feels fake’
In this age of crisis, technology is pulling us apart. At its best, journalism can bring us together again, writes Guardian editor-in-chief Katharine Viner I have a confession to make. It has taken me years to write this article. For a long time, I have felt that something was missing ...
Totally grounded? How the jet fuel crisis could change our holidays – and world historyTotally grounded? How the jet fuel crisis could change our holidays – and world history
Jet fuel has doubled in price since the start of the war on Iran. How bad will the disruption get and could this accelerate the route to jet zero? What happens to flights if the world runs out of oil? Well, obviously they will be grounded. To be more specific, ...
To stay or risk the ‘Road of Death’ – Ukrainian civilians trapped in frontline cityTo stay or risk the ‘Road of Death’ – Ukrainian civilians trapped in frontline city
People in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky say they have been cut off from fresh supplies of food or medicine for months. ...
What is Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ in the Strait of Hormuz?What is Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ in the Strait of Hormuz?
The US president said the operation has been paused after starting on Monday. ...
Cruise ship with hantavirus outbreak to sail to Canary IslandsCruise ship with hantavirus outbreak to sail to Canary Islands
Spain’s health ministry said the MV Hondius is expected to arrive within three to four days. ...
Catherine to return to overseas visits with Italy tripCatherine to return to overseas visits with Italy trip
The Princess of Wales will go to Italy next week on her first official overseas engagement for more than three years. ...
Campaigning sprint finish ahead of elections around Britain tomorrowCampaigning sprint finish ahead of elections around Britain tomorrow
A mesmerising mix of results are expected after candidates make their final pitches, our political editor writes. ...
‘Nothing will bring back my son’: How 10 minutes of bombing by Israel shattered lives in Lebanon‘Nothing will bring back my son’: How 10 minutes of bombing by Israel shattered lives in Lebanon
The bombs started falling at 14:15 in the afternoon – bringing chaos and destruction across the country. ...
Charges flagged as women and children from IS-linked families set to fly from Syria to AustraliaCharges flagged as women and children from IS-linked families set to fly from Syria to Australia
Home affairs minister Tony Burke says government continues to refuse to help the group of 13 Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Some of the Australian women linked to Islamic State fighters face arrest and criminal ...