Southeast Asia’s homegrown artists are knocking K-pop off its pedestal
Drawing lessons from the global success of K-Pop, the region is finding its own voice in a new generation of artists.
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US lifts restrictions on powerful AI models Fable, Mythos, Anthropic says
AI firm says it will begin restoring access to Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 after removal of export controls.
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LeBron James thanks LA Lakers ahead of free agency exit for 24th season
After eight years at the LA Lakers, James's next destination will be decided in NBA's imminent free agency…
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Algeria to vote in test of post-Hirak political landscape
Algeria holds legislative elections amid debates over reform, turnout and political stability.
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Who is leading the race for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot award?
Argentina's Messi is level on goals with France's Mbappe as World Cup favourites look to power through the…
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Mbappe, Deschamps break World Cup records in Sweden thrashing
With his fifth and sixth goals at the tournament, Mbappe pulls even with Messi in the Golden Boot race.
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United, free and brilliant - can anyone stop France masterclass?
France boss Didier Deschamps urges caution despite watching his side dismantle Sweden to leave Les Bleus fans dreaming…
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Anthropic says US lifts export ban on its advanced AI tools
Fable and Mythos were abruptly suspended in June over concerns that they could be used by hackers.
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North Korea’s Kim hails ‘unshakeable will’ to develop ties with China’s Xi
Kim Jong Un has sent Xi Jinping a congratulatory message to mark the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party.
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Iran leaves World Cup with warm send-off from Mexican fans
Mexican fans gathered in Tijuana to bid farewell to Iran's national football team before the squad departed
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Guardian Essential poll: voters reject key One Nation policies as support slips
Survey shows two-point fall in vote amid concern about Pauline Hanson’s links to Gina Rinehart and ability to run…
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What the Supreme Court did on the final day of its term
The Supreme Court upheld the right of children born on U.S. soil to automatic American citizenship. In so doing, the…
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US Supreme Court has dealt heavy defeats to Trump, while expanding his power
The birthright ruling brings to an end a Supreme Court term that has delivered the president some key victories.
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Iran war live: Qatar’s PM meets US envoys; Tehran holds firm on conditions
Iran says talks on a final deal will not begin until hostilities end in Lebanon and US releases frozen Iranian funds.
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Mexican fans keep Ecuador’s team awake before World Cup showdown
Mexican fans gathered outside Ecuador’s team hotel using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles to disturb their rest.
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120mph serves but movement a struggle - how did Williams' return go?
Serena Williams loses on her singles return to Wimbledon - but what can we expect next from the tennis legend?
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Trump raked in more than $1bn from crypto businesses in 2025, filing shows
President’s crypto ventures have eclipsed in revenue much of his property portfolio that took decades to…
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Trump made more than $1bn from crypto in first year back in office
The president earned millions more from real estate, Trump-themed Bibles, watches and other items.
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Pakistan roof collapse kills 14 children at tutoring centre
Local officials said preliminary reports showed the centre was unregistered and operating inside a privately owned…
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‘Historic Event’: Trump announces Republican midterm convention
President unveils plans for Dallas summit, in break with tradition of conventions only in presidential election…
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Afghan Taliban launch strikes on border with Pakistan as tensions escalate
Pakistan's military says it shot down four rudimentary drones and will respond to any further provocation.
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'Defence black hole' and 'Starmer's gift to Burnham'
Many of Wednesday's papers lead on the fallout from the Defence Investment Plan released yesterday.
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‘The things that connect us are fraying’: James Graham short film explores what it means to be English
Ahead of England’s first knockout game of the World Cup, Love Letter to England celebrates what English people have in…
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Women with irregular periods should be checked for PMOS, NHS says
Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome is underdiagnosed and inconsistenly managed, according to NiceUp to 4 million…