Pro-EU liberals see narrow win in Slovenia as key Italian referendum enters final hours – Europe live
Slovenia's liberal Prime Minister Robert Golob won a narrow victory in parliamentary elections, leading slightly over the populist conservatives.
Stock markets plunge after Trump’s ultimatum on Iran
Global stock markets fell significantly after President Trump threatened military action against Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.
Predatory feral ferrets removed from an island for the first time ever
Feral ferrets have been successfully removed from Rathlin Island, Northern Ireland, marking a significant conservation victory for the island's seabird population.
‘Energy investors are like butterflies’: IEA chief warns Albanese against more taxes on gas export profits
The head of the IEA cautions the Australian government about imposing new taxes on gas export profits, stating it could deter investors during a time of soaring profits due to the global energy crisis.
Small swings, high drama: why UK polls are less volatile than they seem – in charts
The article discusses how, despite perceptions of volatility in UK politics, recent polling data shows small and stable shifts in party support leading up to the local elections.
‘Anyone but Labour’ or ‘anyone but Reform’? Clash of animosities likely to define May local elections
The upcoming local elections in the UK are expected to be dominated by negative sentiments towards both Labour and Reform UK, with voters feeling compelled to prevent the other from gaining power rather than supporting any candidate positively.
Monday briefing: What a new Guardian podcast reveals about the US justice system
The Guardian's new investigative podcast, 'Off Duty,' examines the controversial conviction of Alexander Villa for the murder of Chicago police officer Clifton Lewis, raising serious questions about the integrity of the judicial process.
SA premier warns One Nation poses threat to federal Labor as Marles says party only ‘about stunts and the vibe’
The South Australian premier warns that One Nation represents a significant threat to federal Labor following the party's strong performance in the state elections.
Hundreds of petrol stations across Australia run out of fuel as Albanese inks supply deal with Singapore
Australia faces a fuel shortage as hundreds of petrol stations run dry after the government strikes a supply deal with Singapore.
Afternoon Update: IEA chief warns oil shock worse than 1970s crises combined; ABC staff to strike; and a ‘feline Oscars’ star
The IEA's chief warns that the current global energy crisis caused by the war in Iran is more severe than the oil shocks of the 1970s.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle to intensify with Perth a possible target as storm makes rare crossing across continent
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle is expected to re-intensify as it heads towards the Perth region after impacting the Northern Territory with heavy rains.
Air Canada plane collides with ground vehicle at New York’s LaGuardia airport, halting all flights
An Air Canada flight collided with a ground vehicle at LaGuardia Airport, causing the airport to shut down and impacting flights.
World losing more barrels of oil each day than in two 1970s crises combined, IEA chief says – video
The International Energy Agency's executive director warns that the current global energy crisis due to geopolitical tensions is more severe than past oil crises.
Victoria bills itself as the ‘education state’ but thousands of school teachers are set to strike. Here’s what it means
Thousands of public school teachers in Victoria are set to strike due to low pay and excessive workloads, marking the first such strike in 13 years as approved by the Fair Work Commission.
Iran war energy crisis equal to 70s twin oil shocks and fallout from Ukraine war, says IEA chief
The IEA chief warns that the energy crisis from the war in Iran poses a threat comparable to the 1970s oil shocks and the Ukrainian conflict's aftermath.
HS2 firm says new steel tariffs will ‘exacerbate’ cost pressures for UK construction industry
A major contractor for HS2 has warned that increased tariffs on steel imports will worsen cost issues in the UK construction sector.
Funding for populist-right ‘media-political complex’ exceeded £170m in five years, research finds
Research by Labour MP Liam Byrne reveals that over £170 million was allocated to the UK’s populist right, involving media and political entities funded by billionaires.
‘You can feel it’: South Yorkshire revival gathers pace as new industries move in
Sheffield is experiencing a cultural and economic revival, fueled by the success of local productions and events, such as the hit Netflix series 'Adolescence' and the largest podcast festival in the UK.
Arson attack on volunteer ambulances in north London being treated as antisemitic hate crime, police say
An arson attack on Jewish community ambulances in north London is being investigated as an antisemitic hate crime by the police.
New Zealand PM’s ratings dip as fragile economy fails to impress before November election, poll shows
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's popularity has declined amid concerns about the economy, according to a recent poll published just ahead of the upcoming election.
ABC staff to strike for first time in 20 years with widespread news disruption expected
More than 75% of ABC staff are set to strike for the first time in two decades, leading to significant news service disruptions.
Middle East crisis live: IEA chief says Iran war energy crunch worse than 1970s oil crises and Ukraine war combined
The chief of the IEA warns that the energy crisis due to the Iran war is more severe than the oil shocks of the 1970s and the Ukraine war, as tensions rise over the Strait of Hormuz.
Australian voters are frustrated and angry. One Nation’s SA surge sounds an urgent warning for the Liberals and Labor | Tony Barry
As South Australian voters express frustration with traditional parties, One Nation's rise signals a significant political shift, challenging the status quo of the Liberal party.
Student debt eats away home deposit savings to the tune of £2,000 a year, says Barclays
A Barclays report reveals that individuals with student debt save nearly £2,000 less annually for home deposits compared to those without such loans.
Ministers confirm locations for seven new towns in England
UK ministers have announced the locations for seven new towns aimed at addressing housing shortages through a significant housebuilding project.
Socialists’ Emmanuel Grégoire on track to win Paris mayoralty
Emmanuel Grégoire of the Socialist Party is expected to win the Paris mayoralty decisively against right-wing candidate Rachida Dati.
Senate advances Mullin nomination to lead DHS, paving way for confirmation
The US Senate has moved forward with the nomination of Markwayne Mullin as the new head of the Department of Homeland Security after a decisive vote to limit debate.
US high school student Cooper Lutkenhaus wins 800m to become youngest ever indoor world champion
Cooper Lutkenhaus, a 17-year-old US high school student, has made history by becoming the youngest-ever champion at the world indoor athletics championships by winning the 800m race.
Politics live: new standards for datacentres being built in Australia; report warns of drone threat
The Australian government is under pressure over oil supply issues while introducing new regulations for datacentres and facing rising concerns about drone threats.
Moma brand recalls porridge products over possible mice contamination
Moma brand has recalled several porridge products in the UK due to potential contamination with mice at their manufacturing facility.
British-Iranians in UK report safety concerns to authorities amid Iran war
Iranian expatriates in the UK are raising safety concerns to local authorities due to a rise in intimidation and harassment linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions.
ICC to consider legal advice that criticises UN report on prosecutor Karim Khan
The ICC is set to review a report by a panel of judges that disputes findings from a UN inquiry regarding misconduct allegations against chief prosecutor Karim Khan.
Palantir extends reach into British state as it gets access to sensitive FCA data
Palantir has secured a contract to access sensitive Financial Conduct Authority data to aid in tackling financial crime in the UK.
FCA deal gives Palantir yet more access to inner workings of power in Britain
Palantir has secured a contract with the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, enhancing its access to the financial services sector's extensive data.
Israeli settlers carry out series of West Bank attacks as security forces stand by
Israeli settlers conducted a series of violent attacks in the occupied West Bank, resulting in injuries to Palestinians and destruction of property, while security forces appeared inactive.
James Cleverly disagrees with Nick Timothy about Islamic public prayer ceremony
James Cleverly publicly disagrees with Nick Timothy's characterization of public Muslim prayers as domination, highlighting a divide within the Conservative Party over religious expression.
Firefighting departments close in some US states amid lack of volunteers
Volunteer firefighter numbers in the US have plummeted, leading to the closure of firefighting departments in several states, including New York.
Iran says it will ‘irreversibly destroy’ Middle East infrastructure if US attacks energy sites
Iran has warned that it will destroy vital infrastructure in the Middle East in retaliation for any US attack on its energy sites, escalating tensions amid ongoing conflicts.
Social cohesion has lost its feelgood vibe. What will it take to offer a fair go for all?
The article discusses the challenges facing social cohesion in Australia, especially heightened by recent events like the antisemitic attack in Bondi.
Queensland government ‘opens old wounds’ as police officer criticised after Palm Island riots appointed to Legal Aid board
The Queensland government has faced backlash for appointing a police officer involved in the controversial Palm Island riots to the Legal Aid board, reigniting trauma for the First Nations community.
‘Like battery hens’: ATO’s outsourced debt collectors face much worse conditions than those in public service, former staff say
Former employees of the ATO's private debt collectors describe significantly worse conditions and compensation compared to public service employees, leading to high turnover and impact on taxpayer assistance.
Almost half of Australians think foreign military will attack within five years, ANU study suggests
A significant portion of Australians fear a foreign military attack within the next five years, according to a recent study by the Australian National University.
As Labor faces pressure to respond boldly to oil shock, it needs to find more unconventional levers to pull
Australia's government is under increasing pressure to address rising oil prices and supply issues following recommendations from the International Energy Agency.
Starmer adviser urges ministers to look at profits cap for energy and petrol firms
A Labour peer has urged the UK government to consider implementing a temporary cap on the profits of energy and petrol companies amid rising prices due to the conflict in the Middle East.
‘The new ketchup’? How hummus spread beyond a niche into a British staple
Hummus has become a significant staple in British diets, reflecting broader trends in culinary globalization as it is now measured in the cost of living index.
New crypto regulations likely to be big favor to the Trump family, industry insiders say
New guidelines from US regulators on cryptocurrency may benefit the Trump family's investments in the crypto sector by reducing oversight requirements.
Number of confirmed meningitis cases linked to fatal Kent outbreak drops to 20
The number of confirmed meningitis cases from a Kent outbreak has decreased from 23 to 20, according to the UK Health Security Agency.
Weather extremes gripping US bear climate crisis ‘fingerprint’, experts say
Experts attribute the unusual weather extremes in the US this March to the impacts of climate change.
‘Nobody else is responsible’: Trump to blame for Iran crisis, ex-CIA chief says
Former CIA chief Leon Panetta criticizes Donald Trump's handling of the Iran crisis, stating that Trump is articulating a message of weakness.
Iran not believed to have capability or intent to bomb Britain, says UK minister
A UK cabinet minister has stated that Iran currently does not have the capability or intent to strike the UK with missiles, despite recent missile activity aimed towards the UK-US airbase in Diego Garcia.