MIT Professor Shot Dead in Brookline Home
MIT professor Nuno Loureiro, director of the Plasma Science and Fusion Center, has died after being shot multiple times. Police are investigating his death as a homicide.
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England's Funeral Industry Faces First-Ever Regulation
The UK government is set to introduce new rules for funeral directors in England after shocking scandals, ending a system where no licence or qualifications were required. Read the full story.
Arrests after singing nutcracker statue stolen in Kent
Police arrest two following the theft of a 5ft nutcracker statue that sang to children in Sheerness. Owner Luke Allum says it brought festive joy to the town.
Tony Blair 'planning intervention' over Labour's future
Sir Tony Blair is reportedly assembling a major policy plan to 'save the Labour party' amid frustrations with Sir Keir Starmer's leadership. Discover the details of the brewing rift.
New Football Regulator's Powers to Target Unsuitable Owners
The Independent Football Regulator gains sweeping powers to investigate and remove unfit club owners from Friday, marking a major shift in English football governance. Discover the details.
US Peace Institute Renamed for Trump in Legal Spat
The US Institute of Peace has been renamed after Donald Trump, sparking a legal fight. Read the full story on the controversial rebranding and ongoing court battle.
World Record: 621 Christmas Trees in One German Home
Step inside the Jeromin home in Germany, where 621 decorated Christmas trees have earned a world record. Discover the festive wonderland they live in year-round.
Trump renames US Institute of Peace after himself
The US Institute of Peace has been rebranded as the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace. Read the full story on the controversial move and its implications.
Single HPV shot as effective as two, major study finds
A landmark study finds a single HPV vaccine dose offers 97% protection against cervical cancer-causing infection, potentially transforming global immunisation efforts. Read the latest findings.
Ukraine Peace Stalls, NHS 'New Asbestos' Risk, Cold Case Solved
Top stories: Kremlin dismisses Ukraine peace progress, NHS staff exposed to cancer-causing substance, and a cigarette butt solves a decades-old murder. Read the full briefing.
WI to exclude trans women from membership in 2026
The Women's Institute will no longer accept transgender women as members from April 2026, citing a Supreme Court ruling. CEO Melissa Green calls it a decision of 'utmost regret'. Read the full story.
Guillermo del Toro awarded BFI's highest honour
Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro will be honoured with the BFI Fellowship in May 2026. Discover details of the career retrospective and his reaction to this lifetime achievement award.
Readers share views on brain science, rage rooms & place names
Guardian readers respond to neuroscience findings, the therapeutic value of rage rooms, and amusingly named locations. Share your thoughts in our letters section.
Widow finds husband's feet in returned socks after post-mortem
Annette Federspiel discovered her late husband's feet attached to his socks in a bag of belongings. Read the shocking full story of this distressing mix-up in Scotland.
UK Government Unveils AI Plan, Rejects New Legislation
The UK government has launched a new AI strategy focused on economic benefits and unlocking data, rejecting calls for standalone legislation. Discover the plan's key points.
Business confidence near record low after Budget
A stark IoD survey reveals business confidence has plummeted after the Budget, with leaders forecasting lower revenue and investment. Read the full analysis.
Business Confidence Stuck at Near-Record Lows
A new survey reveals business confidence remains near record lows after the Budget, with hiring and investment plans falling sharply. Discover the full economic impact.
Courtauld's £82m 'once-in-a-generation' campus revamp
London's Courtauld Institute unveils £82m campus redevelopment at Somerset House, reuniting gallery and teaching spaces in major architectural transformation. Discover the vision.
Reeves defends budget amid thinktank criticism
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her budget against criticism from leading thinktanks. The Resolution Foundation reveals tax threshold freezes hit workers harder than manifesto pledge breach. Follow live updates.
Obesity crisis leads to oversized coffin demand
Funeral directors warn Britain's obesity epidemic is driving demand for larger coffins, complicating cremations and forcing some families to opt for burial instead. Discover the industry's response.
Eva Longoria slams worsening Hollywood Latinx representation
Eva Longoria reveals Hollywood's Latinx representation has worsened, dropping from 7% to 4%. The actor-director discusses creating opportunities and family priorities. Read her full interview.
Eva Longoria Slams Hollywood's Lack of Latinx Diversity
Eva Longoria condemns Hollywood's declining Latinx representation, revealing figures have dropped from 7% to 4%. The director calls for change while balancing family life. Read her powerful interview.
Covid Inquiry Censored Lab Leak Evidence
Security officials censored evidence to the Covid Inquiry about intelligence failures regarding Wuhan lab leak theory. Read the shocking revelations about the cover-up.
Eddie Murphy AFI Lifetime Achievement Award 2026
Hollywood legend Eddie Murphy will be honoured with the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2026. Discover the details of his incredible five-decade career and the prestigious ceremony.
Eddie Murphy to receive AFI Life Achievement Award
Comedy legend Eddie Murphy is set to receive the prestigious AFI Life Achievement Award. Discover the details of this career-crowning honour and his incredible journey in entertainment.
Funeral bosses left body decomposing for 36 days
Gosport funeral directors Richard Elkin and Hayley Bell deny charges after a man's body was found decomposing in an uncooled room. Discover the full story from the UK court case.
Funeral directors trial over decomposing body
Two funeral directors are on trial at Portsmouth Crown Court, accused of fraud and preventing the lawful burial of a man whose body was left decomposing for over a month. Read the shocking details.
Grand Designs: 5 Unique Homes Compete for Award
Discover five extraordinary UK homes, from a storm-battered Hebridean retreat to a revolutionary accessible design, competing for Grand Designs: House of the Year. Watch tonight on Channel 4.
Labour's public service reforms falter, report finds
A damning Institute for Government report reveals Keir Starmer's government is struggling to fix public services due to poor opposition planning. Read the full analysis.
Diddy's jail time extended after prison rule breaks
Sean 'Diddy' Combs has his four-year sentence extended by a month following multiple reported prison rule violations. The disgraced music mogul is now set for release in June 2028.
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