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Revealed: A sneak peek at some of the winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year
The Natural History Museum has released a preview of winning images from the 62nd Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, ahead of its London exhibition opening in October. The photographs depict wildlife across varied settings, from Arctic sea ice to Tokyo streets and a circus ring in Qatar, highlighting both natural behaviour and human impacts…
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Aussie surf brand under fire over ‘sexualised’ campaign: ‘Poor body image’
Australian surf and streetwear brand Ghanda has faced criticism over images in its Summer 2026 catalogue that campaigners say sexualise young women. The dispute matters because the catalogue was distributed to customers and promoted through the brand’s large Instagram audience, prompting concerns about its influence on teenage girls’ body image and expectations. Campaign group Collective…
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Girl Scouts denies teaching religion amid scrutiny of Muslim faith awards, mosque visits
Girl Scouts of the USA has rejected claims that it teaches Islam or promotes any religion through its national programme, after reports highlighted mosque-based troops offering Islamic activities such as prayer, Quran study, Ramadan observances and hijab lessons. The organisation said it is non-religious, welcomes girls of all faiths and backgrounds, and treats religious activities…
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Chicago Sky owner opens up on Enes Kanter Freedom ejection, makes analogy to shooting a gun
Chicago Sky principal owner Michael Alter defended the decision to eject and ban former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom from Wintrust Arena during a game against the Indiana Fever. Alter said Freedom became a potential threat when he moved towards the court, arguing that some conduct does not merit a prior warning; the dispute matters…
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Government unlikely to aid energy bills before October rise
The government is not expected to offer further help with household energy bills before the price cap rises by 4% in October, despite ministers acknowledging the pressure on families. It may reconsider targeted support ahead of January if prices rise again, with global gas-market disruption linked to the US war on Iran cited as a…
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Women outraged as speaker who helps men lactate for ‘curiosity, fun or sexual gratification’ is booked for breastfeeding conference funded by the Irish taxpayer
A breastfeeding consultants’ conference in Galway has drawn criticism over its decision to host US lactation consultant Jacob Engelsman, who is due to speak on supporting gender-diverse families. Women’s rights activist Catherine Monaghan argued that the event should focus public resources on women’s breastfeeding support and infant welfare, rather than male lactation or adult sexual…
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Wandsworth Conservatives challenge funding cut over potential tax rise
Wandsworth Council’s Conservative leadership plans to challenge the Government’s local funding settlement after saying the borough received a 40 per cent reduction. The council warns that, without additional funding, it may have to consider a council tax rise of up to 160 per cent next year, potentially ending its long-standing reputation for low bills. The…
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Democrats Just Might Win the Senate
The article argues that Democrats could have a plausible route to winning control of the US Senate, despite needing to gain four Republican-held seats while defending their own vulnerable positions. It links this possibility to President Trump’s low approval ratings, the economic effects of the Iran war, and historical comparisons with the 2006 midterms, while…
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Waffle House Teleporter Gregg Phillips Is Still on the Trump Administration’s Payroll
Gregg Phillips, a former FEMA official known for promoting false claims of widespread election fraud, remains on the Trump administration’s payroll while on administrative leave, according to the White House. His continued employment matters because his precise role and work since leaving FEMA’s Office of Response and Recovery in June remain unclear, despite recent public…
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Ten-man Hearts stun Rapid Vienna in shootout to reach Conference League
Hearts reached the Conference League’s main phase after beating Rapid Vienna 4-3 on penalties, despite playing the latter stages with 10 men. The result is a major European achievement for the Scottish side, who recovered from a difficult qualifying campaign and may have secured their most significant continental victory for more than 20 years. After…