Trafficked: Marta - part four
The story of a Ukrainian woman who escaped modern slavery in the UK. Annie Kelly reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Trafficked: the operation – part three
The story of a Ukrainian woman who escaped modern slavery in the UK. Annie Kelly reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Trafficked: the closed door – part 2
Julia, a Ukrainian woman who escaped modern slavery in the UK, tells the journalist Annie Kelly about the years she was shipped between brothels. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com
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Trafficked: the trap – part one
The story of a Ukrainian woman who escaped modern slavery in the UK. Annie Kelly reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Britain’s biggest police force is racist, sexist, and homophobic - can it change? – podcast
A landmark report into the Metropolitan police says discrimination is ‘baked in’ and trust in the force has plummeted. Is it worth trying to fix?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.co
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Is it time to delete TikTok?
Western governments are telling their staff to remove the popular social media app from their work phones amid security fears. Alex Hern reports on why time could be running out for TikTok’s current ownership model. Help support our independent journ
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The accidental journalist who covered the war in Iraq
Twenty years on from the invasion of Iraq, Ghaith Abdul-Ahad and James Meek describe their chance first meeting and their time reporting on the war together. Help support our independent journalism at the
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How Eleanor Williams’ lies tore a town apart and finally unravelled
Why did Eleanor Williams, a young woman from a remote coastal town in England, pretend she was a victim of a grooming gang?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Jeremy Hunt’s ‘back to work’ budget
The chancellor has put getting Britons back into work at the heart of his plan to grow the UK economy. But the danger signs are still flashing, reports Heather Stewart. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Who will replace Nicola Sturgeon as Scotland’s next first minister?
The battle to replace Nicola Sturgeon is dividing the SNP and growing increasingly bitter, reports Libby Brooks. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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The BBC’s spectacular own goal
A tweet by Gary Lineker led to his suspension by the BBC and set off a weekend of chaos in its schedules. Now with a truce agreed, Archie Bland reports on whether it can hold. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Who blew up the Nord Stream gas pipelines?
Months after the covert sabotage mission that has been likened to a spy thriller, the net could be closing in on the perpetrators at the centre of the mystery. Help support our independent journalism at t
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Is ‘Stop the boats’ a slogan without a solution?
Rishi Sunak has promised to stop people crossing the Channel in small boats but his planned law has been called inhumane and unworkable. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus<
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Avian flu is decimating wild birds, but could it become a global pandemic?
It is threatening rare species, and causing havoc for chicken farmers. Now a strain of bird flu has spread to mammals. Could it be a danger to humans?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardi
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Rupert Murdoch and the lawsuit blowing open Fox News
Rupert Murdoch has been drawn into a defamation lawsuit brought against Fox News for spreading the conspiracy theory that the 2020 US election was rigged. Ed Pilkington reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
What have we learned from Matt Hancock’s WhatsApp messages?
More than 100,000 of the former health secretary’s phone messages have been leaked. What do they tell us about the way the government handled the pandemic?. Help support our independent journalism at theg
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The dawn of the four-day week
A growing movement to shorten the working week is gaining supporters, including bosses as well as employees. Heather Stewart reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Israel and the West Bank: a week of rage and rampage
Escalating violence by Israeli settlers in the occupied Palestinian territories is happening amid unprecedented anti-government protests. It’s no coincidence, reports Bethan McKernan. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
What’s in the air in East Palestine, Ohio?
When a train derailed in a small town in Ohio last month, it shed its toxic load, spewed smoke and set off a political firestorm that is still raging. Help support our independent journalism at theguardia
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What the salad crisis says about Britain
Shoppers have been left staring at empty shelves and advised by their government to eat turnips over tomatoes. But the food shortage might be more serious than it sounds, reports Joanna Partridge. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Is the Northern Ireland protocol deal a much-needed win for Rishi Sunak?
The protocol led to the collapse of power sharing in Northern Ireland’s assembly – and empty supermarket shelves. So will the prime minister’s Windsor framework solve everything?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Rewriting Roald Dahl
The latest editions of the author’s books for children have had extensive edits made to update the language for modern sensibilities. Lucy Knight and David Baddiel take a closer look. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Searching for the first casualty of the war in Ukraine
Daniel Boffey reports on the life and death of staff sergeant Denys Tkach, the first soldier to have been killed by Russian forces on the day of the invasion. Help support our independent journalism at th
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Why did the search for Nicola Bulley turn so toxic?
After the mortgage adviser disappeared TikTok detectives, grief tourists and the media descended. Now her family have hit out at the ‘appalling’ way they have been treated. What went wrong?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The secret world of disinformation for hire
How an undercover investigation revealed a team of Israeli contractors who claim to have manipulated more than 30 elections around the world using hacking, sabotage and automated disinformation on social media. Help support our independent journalism
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The new tactics of Britain’s far right
Far-right groups are mobilising in towns around the UK where asylum seekers are living in hotels. The protests are spreading – and turning increasingly aggressive. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The true cost of wood-burning stoves
Learning the full extent of the environmental damage caused by wood-burning stoves led Guardian columnist George Monbiot to issue a public mea culpa – and help ignite a raging debate. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Are chatbots coming for your job?
A high-stakes race for supremacy in artificial intelligence is playing out between two of the world’s biggest tech companies. Should we be worried or excited? Chris Stokel-Walker reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Nicola Sturgeon's resignation: the end of an era for Scotland
On Wednesday morning, Nicola Sturgeon called a press conference to announce she would be stepping down as the first minister of Scotland. Severin Carrell reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Why is the Prevent counter-terrorism programme review so controversial?
The UK scheme has long had its critics, but now even the review looking at how to overhaul it is facing criticism. Why is the debate around Prevent so heated?. Help support our independent journalism at t
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Why anger is growing in Turkey a week after catastrophic earthquakes
It’s been an agonising time for survivors in Syria and Turkey – especially those whose relatives and friends are still trapped under rubble. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/info
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How a new treatment for diabetes offers hope for millions
The development of an ‘artificial pancreas’ could revolutionise the daily lives of people living with type 1 diabetes. Now the technology could be made available to more than 100,000 people in the UK on the NHS. Help support our independent journalis
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Could western tanks be decisive in Ukraine?
After months of debate and diplomacy, western tanks are finally heading to Ukraine for what promises to be a spring escalation in the fighting. But will they be decisive? Dan Sabbagh and Daniel Boffey report. Help support our independent journalism a
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Haiti: a country in crisis without an elected government
The last elected Haitian senators left parliament this month. Amid raging gang violence, the country is at breaking point with a health and hunger emergency. Help support our independent journalism at the
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Why are more people in the UK turning to private healthcare?
The NHS turns 75 this year, but as waiting lists for appointments grow, increasing numbers of patients are looking elsewhere for healthcare. Denis Campbell reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
A deadly earthquake in Syria and Turkey
A 7.8-magnitude quake has struck Turkey and Syria, killing at least 2,600 people and razing entire neighbourhoods. Experts say it could not have happened at a worse time. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
After 17 years in prison, will Andrew Malkinson finally clear his name?
Almost two decades ago Andrew Malkinson was accused of a rape where the victim was left for dead. He has always maintained his innocence and his supporters say the case against him was fatally flawed. Now he hopes new evidence will show he was not gu
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The children going missing from Home Office hotels
More than 200 unaccompanied child asylum seekers have gone missing from hotels used by the Home Office. Mark Townsend reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Strikes, seatbelts and sleaze: Rishi Sunak’s first 100 days as PM
Rishi Sunak entered Downing Street promising to calm the markets and stop the scandals, but 100 days in it’s proving a bumpy ride, reports Pippa Crerar. Help support our independent journalism at theguard
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The scammers forced to steal people’s life savings
‘Pig butchering’ crypto scams, where victims are wooed for months before being fleeced, are ruining people’s lives. But how are criminal gangs exploiting trafficking victims – and using fake UK firms – to steal millions of pounds?. Help support our i
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How Putin’s chef became the second-most powerful man in Russia
Yevgeny Prigozhin went from hot dog seller to the commander of a private army fighting intense battles in Ukraine. But his rapid rise has made him a target, reports Pjotr Sauer. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The code of omertà: how a mafia kingpin evaded police for 30 years
Matteo Messina Denaro was arrested after decades on the run, found hiding in plain sight in Sicily. Lorenzo Tondo and Clare Longrigg report on what it means for the once mighty Cosa Nostra. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
What is the teachers strike really about?
Over the next couple of months, thousands of teachers are due to strike across the UK. What is the government doing in response to their demand for an above-inflation pay increase? Jessica Elgot reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Why are women in Britain having to travel hundreds of miles to get an abortion? podcast
Record numbers of abortions are being carried out and services are struggling to cope. Why is the system under so much pressure and what toll is it taking on women?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
What was behind Jacinda-mania – and why did it end so suddenly?
Jacinda Ardern became a progressive icon around the world, but despite winning a rare parliamentary majority in New Zealand and gaining plaudits for her handling of Covid, the outgoing prime minister’s legacy is complicated, says Tess McClure in Auck
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Why is Scotland’s gender reform bill so contentious? | Podcast
The bill was supposed to streamline the way that people can apply to change their legal gender. So why has it sparked a constitutional crisis – and become a culture war battleground?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Exposing rainforest carbon credits: why offsetting isn’t working
A Guardian investigation has found that more than 90% of the carbon offsets verified by the company Verra did not reduce deforestation. Patrick Greenfield reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Biden, Trump and the classified documents
The discovery of batches of classified documents on Joe Biden’s property presents a headache for the president – but his case is quite different from that of Donald Trump, reports David Smith in Washington. Help support our independent journalism at
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David Carrick and the crisis of trust in British policing
The conviction this week of one of Britain’s worst sex offenders in recent history was accompanied by a staggering revelation: he was a serving police officer. Emine Sinmaz and Vikram Dodd report. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Why are energy companies forcing their way into people’s homes?
Energy companies have been granted warrants to forcibly switch customers on to pre-payment meters. What are the consequences for people struggling with their bills?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
China’s deadly coronavirus wave
Having spent much of the last three years with some of the world’s most strict Covid restrictions, China’s relaxing of its rules has coincided with a massive wave of infections just as the country prepares to celebrate the lunar new year. Tania Brani
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Will the UK’s strict new voter ID laws damage democracy?
For the first time, voters in May’s local elections will be required to show photo ID before casting their ballot. But as Peter Walker reports, the new rules risk damaging the integrity of elections, not enhancing it. Help support our independent jou
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Jailed for life for stealing $14
David Coulson was imprisoned in California under draconian ‘tough on crime’ laws stemming from the 1990s. Now campaigners are calling for reform, reports Sam Levin. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
How a far right assault on Brazil’s democracy failed
The effort to overturn the election of the Brazilian president was thwarted but the attack has shaken an already divided country, reports Tom Phillips. Help support our independent journalism at theguardi
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Prince Harry’s memoir: why has the ‘Spare’ gone rogue?
In his explosive memoir he claims Prince William physically attacked him, his family leaked stories about him – and even reveals how he lost his virginity in a field. But why is the prince telling all, and what will it mean for the royal family?. Hel
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What has Brexit done for Britain?
Brexit, Britain was promised, would allow the country to ‘take back control’ – of its economy, its borders and its land. But what has that really meant for people now living with its consequences?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Mouldy flats and bidding wars: how did the UK rental crisis get so bad?
According to 2021 census data, 5m households in England and Wales are private renting. We ask why renting is getting more expensive and precarious. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.c
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Will Donald Trump finally face criminal charges for January 6?
After interviewing 1,000 witnesses and compiling an 800-page report, the inquiry into the assault on the Capitol is complete. But what will it mean for Donald Trump in 2023 – and his presidential bid?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The arrest of Andrew Tate: the ‘king of toxic masculinity’
He calls himself a misogynist – and has millions of followers. Now the former kickboxer from Luton turned social media star has been arrested on charges that include human trafficking. What happened?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Can you breathe your way to feeling better?
The Guardian’s parliamentary sketch writer, John Crace, and breath coach Rebecca Dennis describe how they have used breathing techniques to help their mental health. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Culture 2023: our picks for film, TV, music and art
The Guardian’s arts editor Alex Needham, music and features writer Sam Wolfson, and film critic Ellen E Jones, on what they’re looking forward to this year. Help support our independent journalism at theg
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Can I tell you a secret? Episode seven: an update
Revisited: Guardian producer Lucy Hough and reporter Matthew Weaver give an update on the outcome of Matthew Hardy’s appeal. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Can I tell you a secret? Episode six: the winding clock
Revisited: As the years tick by, journalist Sirin Kale speaks to victims and those who know Matthew to ask whether his stalking will ever truly end. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.
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Can I tell you a secret? Episode five: a mother’s love
Revisited: Journalist Sirin Kale meets Matthew Hardy’s mother to uncover more about his past – and what may have motivated him to cyberstalk his victims for so long. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Can I tell you a secret? Episode four: a reckoning
Revisited: Matthew Hardy’s victims come face to face with him as an attempt is made to stop the torment once and for all. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Can I tell you a secret? Episode three: the man upstairs
Revisited: who is Matthew Hardy? Journalist Sirin Kale looks for clues about what motivates this cyberstalker to create chaos and fear in so many people’s lives. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Can I tell you a secret? Episode two: the widening circle
Revisited: As the cyberstalker spreads his net wider, anyone could be a target. The fast-changing world of social media creates new opportunities for him to find more victims. But now someone is watching him. Help support our independent journalism a
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Can I tell you a secret? Episode one: the beginning
Revisited: Guardian journalist Sirin Kale takes us to a small town in the north of England to uncover how one man began a decade of cyberstalking. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.co
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How the Guardian covered 2022
The Guardian’s editor-in-chief, Katharine Viner, talks about how the newspaper covered a year that witnessed war in Europe, three UK prime ministers, the death of the Queen and a winter of industrial strife. Help support our independent journalism at
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Christmas in Kyiv
Kyiv residents this year are facing the holiday season expecting blackouts and missile attacks. Isobel Koshiw reports from Ukraine’s capital. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/inf
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The career criminal who became a prison correspondent
The late Guardian journalist Eric Allison spent more than two decades uncovering and writing about abuses in the British justice system. But for almost 50 years before that he was a forger and a thief. What made him give up his life of crime?. Help s
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The bribery scandal rocking the EU parliament
Belgian police have seized wads of banknotes worth more than €1m in a series of raids that have plunged the EU parliament into its worst corruption scandal. Jennifer Rankin reports from Brussels. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Three prime ministers and a funeral: Marina Hyde’s political year
The Guardian’s award-winning columnist Marina Hyde picks over the political year. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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The ‘prince’ and the plot against Germany – podcast
Have you heard the one about the former paratrooper, politician and ‘prince’ who walk into a hunting lodge and allegedly plot to overthrow the German government? Philip Oltermann in Berlin explains why it was no joke. Help support our independent jou
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33 hours on the frontline of the NHS
The Covid pandemic has eased, so why is the health service facing its worst winter yet? And how is it coping with endless waiting lists, a staffing crisis and strikes?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The age of extinction: can we prevent an ecological collapse?
The Cop15 conference in Canada brings together representatives from all over the world with an urgent mission: preventing the breakdown of Earth’s natural habitats and the extinction of the many species we rely on. Help support our independent journa
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Should you freeze your eggs?
Since egg freezing became available to anyone who could afford it a decade ago in the UK it has increased tenfold. But are clinics transparent with women about their chances of a successful pregnancy?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Building for end times: the boom in bunkers
Threat of nuclear war and a global pandemic have spurred a boom in individuals purchasing survival bunkers, says author Bradley Garrett. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus<
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The artists defying Putin’s war on Ukrainian culture
From poetry to pop music, Ukrainians are using art to take a stand against Russia – and Putin’s assault on their identity. From dancers to documentary makers, they explain how work they have created in the conflict zone is a weapon of resistance. Hel
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Why are so many workers going on strike?
From posties to paramedics, the list of professions taking industrial action seems to keep growing. But will it lead to better working conditions – or just bring the UK to a standstill?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
What’s gone wrong with England’s water?
More untreated sewage is being pumped into England’s seas and rivers than ever before. Sandra Laville follows the money to find out who is responsible. Help support our independent journalism at theguardi
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The far-right radical in Israel’s new government
Itamar Ben-Gvir has spent a lifetime on the fringes of Israeli politics. He was once considered so extreme that he wasn’t allowed to serve in the Israeli army. Now he is the country’s security minister. Bethan McKernan reports. Help support our indep
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Michelle Mone lobbied for PPE Medpro. But was she enriched by its profits?
During the early weeks of the pandemic, the government was scrambling to find protective clothing for health workers. The Tory peer recommended one supplier to the government – but how far did her links with it go?. Help support our independent journ
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The young people speaking out against the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God
Rachael Reign was an active member of an evangelical Christian church with branches worldwide. It was only after leaving that she came to believe it had exposed her to a ‘horrendous’ ordeal. Maeve McClenaghan reports. Help support our independent jou
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Imprisoned for being HIV positive
In more than 80 countries, people living with HIV still face criminalisation. We hear from two people who faced criminal charges in the US. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infoc
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How far could China’s ‘zero Covid’ protests go?
China has been rocked by an outpouring of communal anger at the government’s restrictive ‘zero Covid’ lockdown policies. Could the protests develop into something more substantial? Tania Branigan reports. Help support our independent journalism at
The crypto-collapse: inside the crazy world of FTX
The cryptocurrency exchange FTX collapsed earlier this month, leaving billions of dollars unaccounted for. Alex Hern explores what happened and where the money went. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
How dangerous is it to live in a damp, mouldy home?
The death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak from exposure to mould has shown the consequences of uninhabitable homes. But how many people are living in similarly unhealthy conditions and what can be done to protect their health?. Help support our independe
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Inside Qatar 2022: the World Cup of politics and protest
Football’s governing body Fifa has tried to keep politics out of the World Cup – but there has never been a more political tournament, reports Michael Safi in Doha. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Is a second referendum on Scotland’s independence further away than ever?
The supreme court has ruled that the Scottish parliament cannot hold a second referendum without Westminster’s approval. Where does that leave the independence movement?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Trump v DeSantis: how ex-president’s fan could be his biggest rival
Florida governor Ron DeSantis passionately praised the former president – now he is being talked about as a possible presidential candidate himself.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian
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Cop27: another blow to 1.5C?
At Cop27 in Egypt, negotiations ran 40 hours past the Friday night deadline. Country delegates were able to agree a historic deal on loss and damage, but less progress was made on global fossil fuel emission targets. Help support our independent jour
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Beyond 8 billion: why the world’s population matters
The world now contains 8bn people, according to the UN. Hannah Ellis-Peterson reports from India, which is on course to overtake China as the most populous nation. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Excitement, boycotts and rainbow protest: Qatar’s World Cup kicks off
The 2022 tournament is finally here. But for more than a decade, disquiet over the Gulf state hosting football’s biggest event has been growing. Four people – with very different perspectives – explain their views. Help support our independent journa
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Autumn statement 2022: it’s going to hurt but will it work?
The Guardian’s economics editor, Larry Elliott, looks ahead to Jeremy Hunt’s crucial autumn statement, which is set to usher in a new era of austerity, and explains why is likely to fail just like George Osborne’s before it. Help support our independ
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Reclaiming Kherson: what Russia’s retreat means for the fight for Ukraine
Ukrainians have reacted with jubilation after retaking Kherson city and the region around it. But what did living under Russian occupation do to the area and its people – and is this really the beginning of the end of the war?. Help support our indep
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Is the UK housing market heading for a crash?
A steady stream of bad economic news has filtered into Britain’s property market, prompting fears that prices could tumble. But how worried should people be? Rupert Jones reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The mystery of Teesside’s dead crabs
When thousands of crabs started washing up on the beaches of Teesside in north-east England, authorities blamed algae in the water. But the fishers watching their livelihoods disappear weren’t buying it. Joshua Kelly reports. Help support our indepen
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Cop27: the future is solar, but it won’t be simple
As Joe Biden arrives at Cop27 in Egypt, he comes with a good story to tell on America’s transition to renewable energy. But on the ground in rural Indiana where the country’s biggest solar plant is being built, things are getting nasty. Oliver Milman
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Iran’s protest generation on why they won’t be silenced
There have been arrests, violence and a rising death toll during more than seven weeks of protests in Iran. Demonstrators across the country – many of whom are students or even schoolchildren – are refusing to back down. What do they want and why are
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What the scandal at Manston asylum centre says about our migration system
For the last six weeks conditions at a centre housing people who made perilous journeys across the Channel on small boats have been making the headlines. The home secretary, Suella Braverman, has pointed the finger at a ‘broken’ system. But why is th
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US midterms: is it still the economy, stupid?
The Democrats have learned hard lessons over the years about what happens when election campaigns neglect the economy, so has the party been strong enough in its messaging for today’s midterm elections? Lauren Gambino reports. Help support our indepe
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Who is robbing Lebanon’s banks?
A spate of bank robberies has hit Beirut in recent weeks but they are heists with a twist: people are demanding – at gunpoint – that staff hand them their own money. Michael Safi reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Cop27: was this the year climate progress unravelled?
The war in Ukraine has led to soaring energy prices, political enmity and instability. Can the meeting of global leaders re-focus the world’s attention on the climate catastrophe?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Can Twitter survive Elon Musk? (And can Musk survive Twitter?)
Elon Musk marched into Twitter as its new owner last week and immediately started making changes. Alex Hern reports on what lies ahead for the social media company. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Just Stop Oil and the threat of the public order bill
As the UN’s environment agency reports there is “no credible pathway to 1.5C in place”, climate activists resort to extreme actions to draw attention to the climate crisis. Damien Gayle reports on the Just Stop Oil group and the government bill desig
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Culture wars, abortion and conspiracy theories: what the midterms tell us about the US
Florida used to be seen as a swing state but in recent years it has lurched further and further to the right. Now there are worries democracy itself is under threat. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
What does it take to be an undercover police officer?– podcast
David Taylor began his undercover career targeting small-time drug dealers before going deeper into the world of organised crime. But it ended when he was suddenly pulled from a major investigation and he wants to know why. Help support our independe
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Ben Roberts-Smith v the media, part one: reputation
Ben Doherty hosts a special series on the Ben Roberts-Smith defamation trial. Australia’s most-decorated living soldier is seeking to defend his reputation against reports in three newspapers that he says falsely accuse him of being a war criminal. H
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War hero or war criminal? Australia’s defamation trial of the century
Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia’s most decorated living soldier, is seeking to defend his reputation against reports in three newspapers that he says falsely accuse him of being a war criminal. Ben Doherty reports. Help support our independent journalis
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Can Rishi Sunak pull the Conservative party back together? – podcast
After the chaos of Liz Truss’s short-lived stint as PM, there were claims the Conservative party was ungovernable. Can Rishi Sunak unify it once more?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardi
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The rise of Europe’s far-right parties – podcast
Why are far-right parties becoming more influential in European politics? Jon Henley reports on the rise of the Brothers of Italy and the Sweden Democrats. Help support our independent journalism at thegu
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Is the UK ready for Rishi Sunak?
Nosheen Iqbal heads to Westminster, where the latest Tory leadership contest has resulted in the UK’s third prime minister this year. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Operation Soteria: a new approach to investigating rape
What can be done to improve rape conviction rates in Britain? Alexandra Topping reports on the police forces trialling a way of investigating rape and sexual assault cases. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The end of Liz Truss
Liz Truss has resigned after a disastrous premiership marked by U-turns and a self-inflicted economic crisis. Sonia Sodha reports on a day of turmoil in Westminster. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The all-powerful Xi Jinping
Xi Jinping is cementing his grip on power and is expected to be handed a third term. Rana Mitter and Emma Graham-Harrison examine what he will he do with it. Help support our independent journalism at the
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Liz Truss’s attack on nature
Amid the chaos engulfing Liz Truss’s government, one part of her growth agenda still in place is the junking of environmental protections. Sandra Laville reports on why green groups are so furious. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Who’s running Britain?
Jeremy Hunt has only been Chancellor for a few days. But on Monday he set about reversing almost everything that was in the prime minister’s policy platform. Is Liz Truss really still in charge of the country?. Help support our independent journalism
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Is it time to rethink the laws on assisted dying?
Laws around assisted dying have long been contentious and euthanasia remains illegal in the UK. But campaigners such as David Minns are continuing to push for change. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Inside Frieze: what can it tell us about art, money and power in 2022?
It showcases the art world’s most cutting-edge work. But the Frieze art fair is also a marketplace where the eye-watering prices are defying the looming global recession. Jonathan Jones explains why this is happening – and if the bubble is about to b
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Putin’s revenge for the Crimea bridge attack
A series of missile attacks killed civilians across Ukraine this week as Russia responded to the bombing of a key bridge in Crimea. Luke Harding reports on what the escalation from Putin means for the war. Help support our independent journalism at <
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The meteoric rise of Suella Braverman
She has been an MP for only seven years but has been catapulted into one of the biggest jobs in politics. And, just over a month in, she is already making waves. But what do we know about the former lawyer – and what does she want to do as home secre
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Molly Russell: how a teenager’s death put social media on trial
Last month a coroner said Molly ‘died from an act of self-harm whilst suffering from depression and the negative effects of online content’. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/info
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The crisis in Britain’s nurseries: are we failing our youngest children?
Staff are leaving for better paid work in supermarkets, and parents say fees are expensive. How did the early years sector end up on the brink and how is it affecting our children?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The cheating scandal rocking the chess world
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The ousting of Pakistan’s prime minister in a vote of no confidence followed a period of intense political turmoil. Yale political scientist Sarah Khan describes what could come next. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Boris Johnson broke the law. Will the Met's Partygate fines be the PM’s undoing?
He says he will pay the penalties issued by the Met police, but he is not resigning – at least, not yet. Are Tory MPs prepared to push the prime minister out of office?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
How a conspiracy theory about Ukrainian ‘bioweapons labs’ took off
First it was just a tweet – but soon it had turned into a favourite Kremlin talking point. Journalist Justin Ling charts how a false claim about biological warfare spread across the internet and the world. Help support our independent journalism at <
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Who gets to decide the future of Channel 4?
Critics in the Conservative party say the broadcaster’s best years are behind it and privatisation is the answer. But what would be lost in the process?. Help support our independent journalism at theguar
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The insect crisis: where did all the bugs go?
What does the drastic decline in insect populations mean for our lives? The Guardian’s Oliver Milman talks about these miraculous creatures and how they play a vital role in making the Earth habitable. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The week the world woke up to Russian war crimes in Ukraine
After the rapid withdrawal of Russian forces from the suburbs around Kyiv, the full scale of the atrocities they had committed were exposed to the world this week. The Guardian’s Daniel Boffey was one of the first reporters to witness the scene of mu
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Can Emmanuel Macron hold off France’s far-right surge?
The first round of the French election takes place this Sunday with Emmanuel Macron staking his claim to a second term. But to do so he must beat a resurgent far right, says our Paris correspondent Angelique Chrisafis. Help support our independent jo
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How boycotts against Russia work – and how they don’t
From the cancellation of performances of Tchaikovsky to the exit of Ikea and McDonald’s from Moscow, there has been a rush to boycott all things Russian. But what impact do these official and unofficial economic protests have?. Help support our indep
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Babies in bunkers: the surrogate mothers and infants trapped in Ukraine
Sirin Kale reports on the surrogate mothers trapped in Ukraine – and the parents struggling to bring their babies home to safety. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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How fentanyl flooded the US and sent opioid deaths soaring
Erin McCormick examines what’s driving a surge in drug overdose deaths in America – and why Black Americans, Indigenous Americans and young people have been so hard hit by the crisis. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Myanmar: the reporters risking everything to cover a forgotten conflict
After a military coup in February 2021, the grinding conflict in Myanmar has entered its second year with no resolution in sight. There is a danger the world has started forgetting, says reporter Emily Fishbein. Help support our independent journalis
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Is Russia’s military strategy in Ukraine changing?
On Tuesday, Russia announced it would ‘radically reduce’ its military activity in northern Ukraine, but the Ukrainian military warns that Russia’s statement is intended to mislead them. Emma Graham-Harrison reports from Kharkiv. Help support our inde
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Ramzan Kadyrov: Putin’s ‘attack dog’ and Ukraine
Ramzan Kadyrov, the feared Chechen leader and staunch Putin ally, is reportedly in Ukraine commanding a unit alongside Russian forces. Julius Strauss explains what his arrival into the war means for Russia, Ukraine and Chechnya. Help support our inde
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Can P&O be forced to reverse its mass sacking of workers?
The company’s sacking of 800 UK employees without notice prompted outrage from politicians and unions alike. But will anything change? Joanna Partridge explores a low point in the recent history of industrial relations. Help support our independent j
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The race to mine the deep sea
One of the largest mining operations ever seen on Earth aims to despoil an ocean we are only just beginning to understand, says global environment editor Jonathan Watts• Seabed regulator deciding deep sea’s future ‘behind closed doors’. Help support
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The shameful strip-search of Child Q
After a 15-year-old London girl was strip searched by police at her school, her family and community want accountability. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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The siege of Mariupol – podcast
For weeks the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol has been under constant bombardment from Russian artillery. With the city in ruins, residents who risked everything to escape can now tell their stories. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
How pandemics end and what they leave behind
Two years after the first UK coronavirus lockdown, Laura Spinney reflects on what the years after the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic looked like, and what we might expect in a post-Covid era. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Can China broker an end to Russia’s war in Ukraine?
They’re longtime strategic partners but Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is testing the strength of Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping’s relationship, Tania Branigan explains. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The woman jailed for a voting mistake
Pamela Moses, a Black Lives Matter activist , was sentenced to six years in prison for trying to register to vote. Sam Levine tells the remarkable story. Help support our independent journalism at theguar
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How daily life in Ukraine has become an act of defiance
Across the country, journalist Nataliya Gumenyuk has been chronicling how people in Ukraine are just carrying on - and how that in itself is a form of resistance. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Has the Ukraine crisis transformed Britain’s approach to refugees?
People in Britain have been signing up in their thousands to offer a place in their homes to those seeking refuge from the war. It’s a spirit of generosity that puts it at odds with recent government policy, says Amelia Gentleman. Help support our in
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How the UK finally turned on Roman Abramovich
When Roman Abramovich bought Chelsea in 2003, he transformed the club’s fortunes and ushered in a new era of billionaire owners in the Premier League. But as David Conn explains, the issues that led to sanctions being imposed on him last week by the
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The Wagner Group’s shadow mission in Ukraine
Officially, it does not exist. But reporter Pjotr Sauer has traced the notorious Russian mercenary group’s activities in Syria and Africa – and recently spoke to one of its members. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
How Ketanji Brown Jackson became Biden’s supreme court nominee
If confirmed by the US Senate, Jackson will be the first Black woman to take a seat on the country’s highest court. The New York University law professor Melissa Murray explains the significance of Jackson’s nomination. Help support our independent j
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What’s driving Vladimir Putin and his assault on Ukraine?
The president’s attitude to power – in Russia and beyond – has changed steadily since 1999, says Sam Greene, the co-author of Putin v the People: The Perilous Politics of a Divided Russia. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Could Nato do more to stop the war in Ukraine?
Nato has refused to intervene militarily in the Ukraine war. Dan Sabbagh explains what more the world’s most powerful military alliance could do – and why full intervention is off the table for now Russia-Ukraine war: latest updates. Help support our
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From north to south: how Putin united Ukrainians against Russia
Shaun Walker has spent much of the first fortnight of the war in and around Kyiv. Travelling south to the port city of Odesa, he found even the Russian-speaking population were becoming hardened in disgust at Moscow’s invasion. Help support our indep
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The Ukrainian refugees pouring into Europe
A million and a half people have been forced to escape their homes in Ukraine. Annie Kelly and Lorenzo Tondo explain what this growing refugee crisis looks like. Plus, a couple who fled for Hungary share their journey. Help support our independent jo
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The scandal of Britain’s ‘ghost’ flights
At least 15,000 flights have taken off from UK airports since March 2020 at less than 10% capacity or even with no passengers at all. The Guardian’s environment editor, Damian Carrington, attempts to find out why. Help support our independent journal
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What Russians are being told about the war in Ukraine
The world has reacted with revulsion to stark images of Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine. But televisions in Moscow show a different story entirely, says Andrew Roth. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The volunteer fighter: ‘Life will never be the same’
Volodymyr Ksienich, 22, has returned to Ukraine to join the defence of Kyiv. He tells Michael Safi how his life changed forever after last week’s Russian invasion. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
How to end Britain’s love affair with Russian money
Oliver Bullough has traced how the British financial system has sheltered ill-gotten Russian wealth over many decades. Can the system be cleaned up?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian
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Comedian, president, warrior: the transformation of Volodymyr Zelenskiy
When the comic actor Volodymyr Zelenskiy ran for the Ukrainian presidency in 2019 he was treated as a joke. Now, as Luke Harding reports from Lviv, he personifies the defiance and dignity of Ukraine’s embattled population. Help support our independen
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A family flees Kyiv
Thousands of Ukrainians are flooding out of the capital. As the Russian attack continues, the residents who remain are taking cover – and taking up arms, Emma Graham-Harrison reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The day Putin invaded Ukraine
Russia has launched an invasion of Ukraine on several fronts, raising fears it could escalate into the most serious conflict Europe has seen since the second world war. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Freedom or folly? The end of England’s Covid restrictions
Today marks the first day in nearly two years that no laws will be in place in England to deal with the spread of Covid-19. But is the government still following the science?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Putin orders troops into Ukraine. Now what?
After weeks of threats, Putin has sent soldiers and tanks into eastern Ukraine. Shaun Walker and Patrick Wintour explain what the new stage of the crisis means for Ukraine and its allies. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Democrats’ crime conundrum
While US Democrats struggle to follow through on promises of police reform, Republicans are trying to keep voters’ attention on rising crime rates. Lauren Gambino reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Credit Suisse: a bank for dictators, drug lords and criminals
A leak of data from Credit Suisse has shown how it provided services to known criminals and fraudsters for decades. It’s the latest huge scandal to hit the Swiss bank, say investigative reporters Kalyeena Makortoff and David Pegg. Help support our in
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The Tories attacking the UK’s net zero plans
The Net Zero Scrutiny Group insists it accepts the facts of the climate emergency. But as the cost of living crisis deepens, they see an opportunity to push back against the government’s climate agenda. Helena Horton reports. Help support our indepen
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The fall of Prince Andrew
The Duke of York faces a bill of millions of pounds after settling a sexual assault case with his accuser, Virginia Giuffre. This, in effect, ends his career in public life, says royal reporter Caroline Davies. Help support our independent journalism
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The displaced Chagos Islanders yearning for home
Over 50 years after they were forcibly removed from their homes, the former residents of Britain’s last colony in Africa are challenging the UK’s claim to the archipelago. Lawyer Philippe Sands is advising the Mauritian government in the legal battle
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How the Ukraine crisis looks from Kyiv
As US intelligence sources warn of an imminent Russian invasion, residents of the Ukrainian capital are refusing to be cowed, reports Shaun Walker. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.c
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The joys (and pressures) of being single
You don’t need a partner to have a happy and fulfilling life - so why does society still apply the pressure to couple up?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Scotland reckons with the violent witch hunts of its past
They were accused of sorcery but they were just ordinary women. Libby Brooks reports on a campaign to pardon those persecuted in witch trials 300 years ago. Help support our independent journalism at theg
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What a leadership crisis looks like from inside Downing Street
Gavin Barwell was in No 10 when Tory MPs were plotting the downfall of his boss Theresa May. Now, as Boris Johnson’s premiership hangs in the balance, he tells Nosheen Iqbal what it’s like on the inside when things start falling apart. Help support o
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Clause 9 and the erosion of citizenship rights
The UK government has long held the right to deprive British people of their citizenship. But in the past 20 years, its use of those powers has dramatically accelerated. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Is the cryptocurrency trading boom creating a new generation of addicts?
With endorsements from celebrities and ads on TikTok, cryptocurrency has gone mainstream. But not everyone gets rich. Rob Davies reports on how crypto apps encourage addictive, high-risk trading habits. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The scammers getting rich on lockdown loneliness
Dating fraudsters stole nearly £100m from lonely people in Britain last year. Lizzie Cernik reports on how these increasingly sophisticated scams work. Help support our independent journalism at theguardi
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Weekend: episode one of a new podcast
Ease into the weekend with our brand new podcast, showcasing some of the best Guardian and Observer writing from the week, read by talented narrators. In our first episode, Marina Hyde reflects on another less than stellar week for Boris Johnson (1m3
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Can Joe Rogan change?
The freewheeling, inquisitive style that made Rogan so influential turned into a liability during the Covid pandemic. What’s next for the world’s most famous podcaster?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Cressida Dick and the crisis of trust in the Metropolitan police
After a year in which the Met lurched from one crisis to another, Danny Shaw looks at the challenges faced by the woman in charge. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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‘A ticking time bomb’: what a prison break reveals about the threat from Islamic State
IS might have been defeated on the battlefield, but the terror group still has the capacity to shock and its threat is far from over, says Martin Chulov. Help support our independent journalism at theguar
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Sue Gray’s verdict: ‘Failures of leadership’
Sue Gray’s report into Covid lockdown rule-breaking in Downing Street has finally been published. Jessica Elgot analyses what it means for Boris Johnson’s future. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Grenfell inquiry final phase: will politicians be held accountable?
As the Grenfell inquiry heads towards its concluding stages, politicians will be called to account for their part in the deadly fire. Our social affairs correspondent Robert Booth has been watching on throughout • How to listen to podcasts: everythin
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Has China fallen into a Covid-zero trap?
From the beginning, China’s response to coronavirus has been to quash outbreaks with ultra-strict lockdowns. But has the Omicron variant left its leaders trapped in the wrong strategy?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
What happens if Russia invades Ukraine?
With diplomatic talks at an apparent impasse, Vladimir Putin seems prepared to start a war. Andrew Roth reports from Moscow. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Will the police have the final word on ‘partygate’?
After weeks of damaging allegations of parties and rule-breaking gatherings in Downing Street the Metropolitan police have now opened an investigation. Could this spell the end for Boris Johnson?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Boris Johnson clings on, the scandals keep coming
Boris Johnson has been forced to order a new inquiry into allegations on Islamophobia in the Conservative party as his mutinous MPs await a verdict on Covid rule-breaking in Downing Street. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Rapper Nipsey Hussle and the problem of predictive policing
He was one of LA’s most-loved rappers, and a pillar of his community. But records disclosed after his death revealed that he was also the target of an extensive Los Angeles policing operation. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The fight for the future of the BBC
The latest skirmish between the BBC and the government is part of a running debate over who the BBC serves, which dates back to the organisation’s earliest days. But this time, the stakes are higher. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
How MI5 uncovered a Chinese ‘agent’ in parliament
Britain’s security services have named Christine Lee as an ‘agent’ of the Chinese state attempting to run influence operations in parliament. Dan Sabbagh explains what is behind the extraordinary statement and what it means for British politics. Help
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On the frontline of the cost of living crisis
Households across the UK will see rising prices and stalling wages strain their budgets in the year ahead, money and consumer editor Hilary Osborne reports. Some families are already feeling the pinch. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The rise and rise of Liz Truss
As Boris Johnson faces questions over his future, Conservative members and MPs are looking at their options for who might replace him and one name keeps coming up. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Afghan female MPs fight for their country in exile
After a harrowing escape from the Taliban, Afghanistan’s female politicians are regrouping in Greece to fight for their country. Amie Ferris-Rotman reports on the work of the Afghan women’s parliament in exile. Help support our independent journalism
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A royal mess: Prince Andrew faces a US trial
The Duke of York’s attempts to get a civil case over allegations of sexual assault thrown out have failed. Ed Helmore in New York examines the case against the prince and his narrowing options to salvage his reputation. Help support our independent j
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Will Boris Johnson’s apology be enough to save him?
Boris Johnson faced anger and derision as he admitted attending a drinks party during the first lockdown but claimed that he believed it to be a work event that did not break the rules. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
What does the Omicron winter crisis mean for the NHS?
Hospital trusts across England have declared ‘critical incidents’ in record numbers as the Omicron wave brings rising admissions and staff sickness. But the strains on NHS capacity long predate Covid, says Denis Campbell Coronavirus – latest updates
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Guantánamo Bay at 20: why have attempts to close the prison failed?
The US prison in Cuba has been beset by allegations of torture since it was set up 20 years ago. But despite all the promises to close it down, it remains operational with no end in sight, says Julian Borger. Help support our independent journalism a
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A moral victory: what the acquittal of the Colston Four means for future protests
Last week a court acquitted four protesters who helped tear down a statue of the notorious slave trader Edward Colston. Damien Gayle describes what the case means for future protests and one of the defendants, Sage Willoughby, describes the jubilant
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Culture 2022: what to watch, read and listen to this year
Guardian critics Charlotte Northedge, Ben Beaumont-Thomas and Simran Hans look ahead to the best of the year in culture. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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How the Capitol attack still divides the United States
A year ago today, rioters stormed the Capitol building in Washington DC after Donald Trump encouraged his supporters to march on Congress to protest against the election result. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Can the UK cope with the Omicron surge?
The year has begun with warnings of critical incidents in UK hospitals and fears over school re-openings but there are reasons to be optimistic, says science correspondent Nicola Davis. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The joy of missing out: how to manage your time in 2022
We only have about 4,000 weeks of life on average, says the writer Oliver Burkeman, so make sure you are prioritising what really matters. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocu
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Revisited: how a Disney movie helped solve a decades-old adventure mystery
In 1959, nine experienced hikers were mysteriously killed in Russia’s Ural mountains. Conspiracy theories circled for years, but an unlikely pairing of science and the movie Frozen may have helped solve the cold case. Help support our independent jou
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Revisited: the secret deportations of Chinese merchant sailors
During the second world war, Chinese sailors served alongside their British allies in the merchant navy, heroically keeping supply lines open to the UK. But after the war hundreds of them who had settled in Liverpool suddenly disappeared. Now their c
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Revisited: Josh Cavallo, the only openly gay top-tier men’s footballer
Adelaide United’s Josh Cavallo says the response to his recent coming out as gay has been overwhelming. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Revisited: Emily Ratajkowski’s body – and what she wants to make of it
The model, actor and writer views her body as a ‘tool’ to make a living – but ever since 2013’s Blurred Lines video, it has also been treated as public property. In this interview, Ratajkowski explains why she has written a book about her experiences
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Revisited: An Al-Qaida recruit-turned-spy and the road to 9/11 podcast
Few terrorist organisations survive for more than a few years. Al-Qaida was different. Jason Burke, who has spent much of his career reporting on the group, and former member Aimen Dean reflect on how it was able to carry out the September 11 attacks
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Revisited: Britain’s rich history of black literature
In Black History Month we brought together star authors Ben Okri, Candice Carty-Williams and Caleb Azumah Nelson to discuss the past, present and future of black writing. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Looking back on the Guardian’s 200th year
Editor-in-chief Katharine Viner reflects on how a newspaper founded two centuries ago chronicled the particular ups and downs of 2021. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusListen/Read More
How did things get so bad between France and Britain?
Diplomatic editor Patrick Wintour and Paris correspondent Angelique Chrisafis consider how Brexit, Aukus, and the refugee crisis have strained UK-France relations. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
2021: a year in wine, cheese and sleaze
From the ‘pingdemic’ to Peppa Pig, the government’s blunders have kept political sketch writer John Crace particularly busy this year. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusListen/Read More
Is it going to be another Covid Christmas?
The government hasn’t cancelled Christmas – yet – but the rate of the Omicron variant’s spread should make us all reconsider our plans, science correspondent Nicola Davis reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Countdown to attack: inside a simulation that mimics nuclear conflict
World affairs editor Julian Borger tries out a VR simulation designed to model a real-life nuclear exchange, and reports on the terrifying outcome. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.c
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Can theatres survive another Christmas of covid cancellations?
Theatres are battling to stay open as they contend with staff shortages and slumping tickets sales in what is usually their busiest time of year. For the cast of a pantomime in Corby, Northamptonshire, the show goes on – for now. Help support our ind
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Is Vladimir Putin preparing to invade Ukraine?
As Russian soldiers continue to amass near the Ukrainian border shots are already being fired and there are fears that President Putin is planning an invasion, says Luke Harding. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Do Covid vaccine mandates work?
In Australia, where employment-related mandates on the coronavirus vaccine were introduced months ago, the stories of two women demonstrate how such measures can work – and how they can backfire. Nicola Davis reports on the considerations governments
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The Tories are in turmoil: can Labour capitalise?
The opposition party is performing well in the polls, but still doesn’t have an easy pathway to power, says Observer leader writer Sonia Sodha. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/i
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How Magnus Carlsen won chess back from the machines
Breakthroughs in computing have changed how high-level chess is played, making draws all too common. But the Norwegian champion’s stunning performance in Dubai wrests the game back from the grip of the supercomputers, Guardian US deputy sport editor
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Christmas parties, sleaze and plan B: how Boris Johnson is running out of allies
Fury over the release of a video showing Downing Street staffers joking about alleged lockdown breaches are only the latest scandal to rock Johnson’s premiership, reports political correspondent Peter Walker. Help support our independent journalism a
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Failure, fear and the threat of famine in Afghanistan
A whistleblower has accused the British government of abject failures in its efforts to manage the evacuation of people from Afghanistan as the Taliban took control in August. Emma Graham-Harrison returns to the country to find it facing a humanitari
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The death of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes and the crisis in social work
The tragic case of an abused six-year-old in the West Midlands has put a renewed focus on the challenges facing social workers, social policy editor Patrick Butler reports. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Is MI6 fit for the future?
Britain’s overseas spy agency MI6 needs to become ‘more open, in order to stay secret’ according to its new head, Richard Moore. Dan Sabbagh looks at what that might mean. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
How Pablo Escobar’s ‘cocaine hippos’ became a biodiversity nightmare
Animals brought illegally to Colombia by the drug kingpin have been allowed to roam free and are now disrupting the fragile ecosystem. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusListen/Read More
How designer Virgil Abloh transformed fashion
The visionary black designer revolutionised the way we dress. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Will the Omicron Covid variant cancel Christmas?
A new Covid variant first identified in South Africa is spreading around the world, with leaders rushing to respond. Our science correspondent Nicola Davis outlines what we know so far about the Omicron variant. Help support our independent journalis
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The Mississippi and Texas laws threatening US abortion rights
As the supreme court hears new challenges to Roe v Wade, American abortion rights hang in the balance. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Barbados becomes a republic – and Britain faces a reckoning
On Tuesday, Barbados replaces Queen Elizabeth II with president Sandra Mason – and while some are celebrating the change, others ask if a symbolic shift is really enough to reckon with the legacy of colonialism. Michael Safi visits Bridgetown to ask
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Inflation’s back – but is it here to stay?
The inflation rate keeps going up – and some economists are warning that it’s time to take urgent action. So what is causing the change, what does it mean for ordinary people, and what’s the best way to deal with it?. Help support our independent jou
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A tragedy in the Channel
At least 27 people died when their boat sank in the Channel attempting to reach the UK. Diane Taylor reports on a tragedy that was long in the making – and avoidable. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The disappearance of Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai
The Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai vanished after making an allegation of sexual assault against a senior political figure. Her subsequent reappearance has raised more questions than answers. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The autistic women denied a diagnosis for decades
When the television presenter Melanie Sykes and the model Christine McGuinness revealed they had been diagnosed with autism as adults, it brought new attention to the challenges for others like them whose symptoms have been missed. This is the story
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The human cost of Qatar’s 2022 World Cup dream
Qatar says it has reformed conditions for workers building its World Cup facilities, but change is hard to see on the ground, reports Pete Pattisson. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian
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After a lifetime in the background, Huma Abedin steps forward | Podcast
As Hillary Clinton’s most trusted aide, it was her job to stay out of view. Even when her husband Anthony Weiner’s scandalous behaviour dragged her into the spotlight, she mostly stayed silent. In this interview, Huma Abedin explains why she is ready
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Covid is surging in Europe. What does it mean for the UK?
As the days get shorter and we huddle indoors, memories of 2020’s catastrophic winter are close at hand. Now a new surge of coronavirus cases is spreading across Europe. But as well as notes of caution, there are good reasons to hope that the UK will
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The EU border where refugees are treated as human weapons
How the humanitarian crisis playing out on the border of Poland and Belarus became the latest front in the battle between President Lukashenko and the European Union. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Is Donald Trump plotting to steal the 2024 election?
Trump’s attempt to overturn the result of the 2020 US election was ultimately thwarted, but through efforts at state level to elect loyalists to key positions, the stage is set for a repeat showing in 2024. Help support our independent journalism at
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Azeem Rafiq’s long battle to expose racism at Yorkshire cricket club
When Azeem Rafiq went public with the claim that he had faced a series of racist incidents throughout his time at Yorkshire cricket club, the incidents he described were written off as ‘banter’. But that defence has crumbled – and now he is ready to
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Cop26: where does the world go from here?
Environment correspondent Fiona Harvey describes a global climate deal that makes some progress but goes nowhere near far enough to avert devastating global heating. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
A day with the paramedics on the frontline of the UK’s ambulance crisis
If you dial 999, you might expect an ambulance to come in minutes – but in reality, the pandemic has pushed an already creaking service to its limits. This is the story of one shift, and how the people charged with saving our lives are navigating a s
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A British betrayal: the secret deportations of Chinese merchant sailors
During the second world war, Chinese sailors served alongside their British allies in the merchant navy, heroically keeping supply lines open to the UK. But after the war hundreds of them who had settled in Liverpool suddenly disappeared. Now their c
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Emily Ratajkowski’s body – and what she wants to make of it
The model views her body as a ‘tool’ to make a living – but ever since 2013’s Blurred Lines video, it has also been treated as public property. In this interview, she explains why she has written a book about her experiences, from an allegation of as
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‘Politically corrupt’: the sleaze allegations engulfing the Tories
Following the resignation of the former Conservative minister Owen Paterson, MPs have been debating changes to their disciplinary procedures and the government has been forced to defend itself against a number of allegations of ‘sleaze’. Help support
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Josh Cavallo: the world’s only openly gay top-tier men’s footballer
Adelaide United’s Josh Cavallo says the response to his recent coming out as gay has been overwhelming. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Cop26: what are the chances of keeping the 1.5C target alive?
At the UN climate summit in Glasgow, global environment editor Jonathan Watts examines the emissions-cutting pledges from world leaders as time runs out to prevent catastrophic global heating. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Enter the metaverse!
Mark Zuckerberg changed Facebook’s name to Meta last week – and launched a vision for his company that he claims will transform the way we interact with the internet and each other. So what exactly is the metaverse? And will it ever leave the realm o
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Could China ever invade Taiwan – and what would happen next?
With a record number of Chinese fighters flying sorties in Taiwan’s air defence zone in October, and rhetoric on all sides becoming more heated, many observers say the past few weeks have been the most tense in the region for decades. How serious is
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Cop26: how three young activists are trying to change the world
Ridhima Pandey in India, Iris Duquesne in Canada and Raina Ivanova in Germany tell Michael Safi about their attempts to force their political leaders to change course on tackling the climate crisis. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The regrets of the unvaccinated: why Covid-bereaved families are speaking out
As unvaccinated people in the UK and US continue to die from Covid-19, bereaved relatives are telling their stories to try to convince others to get their jabs. Help support our independent journalism at
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Cop26: what would success look like for a country vanishing under water?
On the eve of Cop26, Mohamed Nasheed, the former president of the Maldives, argues that if countries do not get serious about reducing emissions, it will not be just the Maldives that faces a perilous future. Help support our independent journalism a
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The scourge of spiking: the students fighting for a safe night out
A flurry of reports of students who fear they have been targeted in nightclubs has prompted social media outrage. Now the young women behind the Girls Night In campaign want to turn that anger into lasting change. Help support our independent journal
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The day that could define Rishi Sunak
He has risen smoothly from private schooling to Oxford, the City, and then parliament – and now he is a youthful and popular chancellor who many believe will be the next prime minister. How has Rishi Sunak managed it – and does the budget that will s
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How British police tried to recruit an informant in Black Lives Matter
When anti-racism activist Lowri Davies got a call from a covert officer in Swansea, she played along. But she was recording the conversation – and what she learned sheds new light on how progressive movements are monitored by the state. Help support
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What a net zero world will look like – and how to get there
It’s the phrase that will be on every world leader’s lips at the Cop26 summit – and it summarises the ambitious plan that will be central to efforts to limit the ravages of the climate crisis. So what is net zero? What kind of world could it create?
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The Korean debt crisis that inspired Squid Game’s dark dystopia
The Netflix hit is as fantastical as it is violent – but underpinning its macabre story of impoverished contestants risking their lives for money is a real crisis of personal debt in Korea. Why has it resonated all over the world?. Help support our i
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Face off: the government versus GPs
The government is demanding that GPs see more patients face-to-face in return for an injection of extra funding, but many in the profession say the pandemic has left them close to breaking point. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Cop 26: a question of degrees – what a hotter planet means for all of us
The world is heating up at an alarming rate and world leaders are running out of chances to keep temperature rises below 1.5C, says Jonathan Watts. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.c
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The killing of MP David Amess
The shocking killing of the Conservative MP David Amess has been described as an attack on British democracy. Gaby Hinsliff looks at how politicians are responding. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Britain’s rich history of black literature
For Black History Month we’ve brought together star authors Ben Okri, Candice Carty-Williams and Caleb Azumah Nelson to discuss the past, present and future of black writing. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Newcastle fans think they’ve got their club back. But at what cost?
After Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund bought Newcastle United, there was jubilation on Tyneside but revulsion among critics who view the deal as an egregious example of sportswashing. What does the deal tell us about the soul of the beautiful g
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Has England gone back to the office?
Ever since the order to work from home was lifted, workers in England have been heading back to the office – but mostly only a few days a week. Joanna Partridge looks at whether work will ever be the same again. Help support our independent journalis
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What went wrong with the UK’s handling of the Covid pandemic?
A parliamentary report says the initial handling of the coronavirus outbreak was one of the worst public health failures in UK history. Could tens of thousands of deaths have been avoided – and what are the lessons for the future?. Help support our i
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Dubai’s ruler and the Pegasus phone hacking exposed in a UK court
A high court judge has ruled that Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum hacked the phone of his ex-wife Princess Haya using Pegasus spyware. In this episode we look at the implications of the affair. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The countdown to Cop26: can world leaders save the planet?
Three weeks from today leaders will gather in Glasgow for the Cop26 climate summit. But will their individual pledges to reduce emissions carry enough weight to avert the growing threat of catastrophic global heating?. Help support our independent jo
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The whistleblower who plunged Facebook into crisis
After a set of leaks last month that represented the most damaging insight into Facebook’s inner workings in the company’s history, the former employee behind them has come forward. Now Frances Haugen has given evidence to the US Congress – and been
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Can women trust the police?
In the aftermath of the sentencing of Sarah Everard’s killer, women’s trust in the police has collapsed. Can anything be done to restore it? Is misogyny endemic in British policing? And is there a risk that such an appalling crime could happen again?
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Why everything you’ve heard about panic buying might be wrong
With queues outside petrol stations and claims that selfish punters are using jerry cans to stockpile fuel, one word has become synonymous with the supply chain crisis that has hit the UK in recent weeks: panic. But the social psychologist Clifford S
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The Pandora papers: who’s giving money to the Conservatives?
Fresh questions for the Conservative party today after it emerged one of its major donors was involved in structuring of a telecoms deal later alleged to be corrupt Pandora papers news and reaction – live updates See all of our Pandora papers coverag
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Inside the Pandora papers – financial secrets of the rich and powerful
A massive trove of leaked offshore data reveals the financial dealings of current and former world leaders. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Boris Johnson wants a conference reset. Will reality ruin it?
The prime minister was hoping to use his party’s major gathering to seize the agenda and set out his plans for the rest of the parliamentary term. Instead, he may be forced to deal with evolving supply chain and fuel crises – and bat off claims that
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The conviction of R Kelly
More than 20 years after the first allegations of sexual violence and abuse against R Kelly, he has been convicted on racketeering and sex trafficking charges. But as the women of colour who gave evidence celebrate the verdicts, there are renewed que
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Can China help end the world’s addiction to coal?
Beijing has won international praise for announcing that it will stop funding coal projects in the developing world – but it is still heavily reliant on the fossil fuel for rapid economic growth at home. The Guardian’s global environment editor, Jona
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Bond is back. Where’s he going next?
He’s a lucrative cultural export – and as unreconstructed as secret agents come. Now, as Daniel Craig’s final instalment finally hits the cinemas, many are calling for a new kind of 007 – but is the franchise too conservative to make the leap? Guardi
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The Pegasus project: hacked in London
The tragic story of Alaa Al-Siddiq has further exposed the extent of how powerful Pegasus spyware has been used against human rights activists even once they have fled their home country. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
Keir Starmer’s make-or-break conference week
The Labour party meets this weekend in Brighton for its first in-person annual conference since Keir Starmer won the leadership. Jessica Elgot explains why it could define his future prospects. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The energy crisis no one saw coming
A cold winter, a windless summer, and boom in business have combined to create an energy crisis that is hitting particularly hard in the UK. The Guardian’s energy correspondent Jillian Ambrose explains how it happened – and what it will mean for peop
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Germany decides: who will follow Angela Merkel?
German voters will elect a new chancellor for the first time in 16 years on Sunday, as the Angela Merkel era ends. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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Going nuclear: the secret submarine deal to challenge China
It came out of the blue – but the new military pact between Australia, the UK and the US could transform international relations for a generation. The Guardian’s defence and security editor, Dan Sabbagh, explains the Aukus deal that has enraged Beiji
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Finally! Get ready for a new season of culture
New albums, new TV series, and actual live shows – the culture taps might have run dry during the pandemic, but this autumn they are switching on again at last. Our critics give their pick of the new crop. Help support our independent journalism at <
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The murder of Fikile: the woman who took on a coal mine
Fikile Ntshangase was involved in a legal dispute over the extension of an opencast mine when she was shot dead in her home. Her daughter Malungelo Xhakaza tells her story to Rachel Humphreys. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
The problem with OnlyFans’ mainstream dream
When the ‘subscription social network’ OnlyFans announced it would be banning the sexually explicit content that made it a billion-dollar business, sex workers were up in arms – and many observers wondered how the move could make financial sense. The
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Who’s paying for the government’s plan to fix social care?
The government’s plan to fix the ailing social care system passed into law this week. But who will benefit most and who will pick up the bill?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/i
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Is Brexit the reason McDonald's is running out of milkshakes?
As gaps continue to appear on supermarkets shelves and restaurants take unavailable items off menus, Britain’s supply chains appear to be at the centre of a perfect storm of pandemic disruption coupled with post-Brexit labour shortages. Help support
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Ecstasy, LSD and magic mushrooms: are these drugs the future of therapy?
Scientists treating depression and a range of other mental illnesses have been running controlled trials using MDMA and psychedelic drugs such as LSD and the results have been encouraging. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
A conversation about Islamophobia in the UK since 9/11
Poet Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan and standup comedian Nabil Abdul Rashid both came of age in the early 2000s, as Britain’s Muslim communities were feeling the backlash from 9/11. In conversation with Nosheen Iqbal, they look back at the past two decades a
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Inside Al-Qaida: a recruit-turned-spy, a journalist and the road to 9/11
Few terrorist organisations survive for more than a few years. Al-Qaida was different. Jason Burke, who has spent much of his career reporting on the group, and former member Aimen Dean reflect on how it was able to carry out the September 11 attacks
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The children of 9/11
There were 3,051 children who lost a parent on September 11 2001. In the first of three episodes examining the reverberations of the attacks 20 years on, three of that group reflect on the weight of that private grief – and what it meant to grow up w
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Burnout in the US battle against wildfires
More than 40,000 wildfires have burned in the US so far this year – and the firefighters who battle them have been pushed to their limit. Llew, who did the job for 20 years, explains the impact it had on his life. Help support our independent journal
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One hour to escape: the race to get out of a Gaza tower before an Israeli airstrike
A warning call told residents of al-Jalaa apartment block that their homes were about to be destroyed. This is the story of the frantic evacuation that followed – told through recordings made by the people who lived there. Help support our independen
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One man’s epic electric test drive – from Land’s End to John o’Groats
With new petrol and diesel vehicles to be banned in the UK from 2030, what can a road trip the length of the UK teach us about the future of cars?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.c
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The big coronavirus questions as a new school term begins
With ministers promising a return to normal in classrooms, it’s a tough time to be a teacher – but with new information constantly emerging on vaccines for children, and the pandemic not yet over, it’s a tough time for parents and pupils too. Jules W
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The British citizens stranded in Kabul
Day after day, Ahmad risked his life to come to the airport with his family, British passport in hand – only to be left behind when the last evacuation flight departed. Now he and many others who hoped to be rescued face an uncertain future in the ne
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The knock: the families torn apart by an arrest over child abuse images
When the police came to Emma’s door on a Sunday evening, she could never have imagined that her ex-husband would be arrested for downloading indecent images of children. What happens to the families whose lives ‘the knock’ turns upside down?. Help su
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Revisited: how meme stars of the early internet struck it rich with NFTs
The growth of non-fungible tokens has given rise to huge windfalls for those behind early virals. Sirin Kale and Alex Hern explain all. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusListen/Read More
Revisited: Why is Sex and the City coming back to our screens?
Guardian columnist Hadley Freeman discusses why Sex and the City was such a successful TV series, while the Guardian’s deputy television editor, Hannah J Davies, looks at what the reboot tells us about TV commissioning today. Help support our indepen
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Revisited: the danger – and beauty – of ultrarunning
After 21 competitors died during a 100km mountain race in Gansu province earlier this year, the Chinese government suspended all extreme sports. But those who love ultrarunning insist it can be safe – and has changed how they see the world. What keep
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Revisited: Inside the ’Ndrangheta trial
Guardian journalists Lorenzo Tondo and Clare Longrigg discuss the largest mafia trial in three decades. At the centre is Emanuele Mancuso, son of boss Luni Mancuso, who has been revealing the clan’s secrets after accepting police protection. Help sup
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Revisited: The pandemic scam artists making millions during lockdown
When Rose got an email about a missed parcel, she thought nothing of arranging a new delivery – a mistake that would ultimately cost her thousands. The Guardian’s money editor, Hilary Osborne, reveals the scale of a lucrative new scam. Help support o
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Revisited: why has the Brazilian butt lift become so popular?
The Brazilian butt lift has become the world’s fastest growing cosmetic surgery, despite mounting concerns over the number of deaths from the procedure. What is driving its popularity?. Help support our independent journalism at Listen/Read More
