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Readers invited to submit questions for actress Miranda Richardson interview
The Guardian is inviting readers to submit questions for an upcoming interview with acclaimed actress Miranda Richardson as part of its readers interview series. Submissions are being sought until 6pm on Thursday 24 September, with answers to be published thereafter. Richardson is a highly decorated performer with a career spanning over four decades, during which…
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Ireland’s Israel Nations League ties move to neutral venues amid Gaza backlash
The Republic of Ireland will play Israel in two UEFA Nations League fixtures at neutral venues in Hungary and Serbia this month, amid unprecedented controversy over Israel’s military action in Gaza. The Football Association of Ireland voted in July to proceed with the matches despite opposition from fans, pundits and politicians, citing potential UEFA sanctions…
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Boy George announces concert in Tel Aviv despite cultural boycott of Israel
Boy George has announced a concert at Tel Aviv’s Menora Arena on 4 November 2026, despite an ongoing cultural boycott of Israel by parts of the music industry. He said music should be shared wherever audiences want to hear it, while expressing support for Jewish people and calling for peace, compassion and humanity. The announcement…
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Unpaid penalties, data centre rules and AI ethics row
Three-quarters of civil penalties for illegal worker hiring went unpaid. California imposes new data centre transparency rules as concerns over AI impersonation grow.
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Miranda Hart says taking part in Celebrity Traitors will be ‘challenging’ on her body as she lives with the ‘invisible’ effects of ME
Miranda Hart has said appearing on Celebrity Traitors will be physically challenging because she still experiences fatigue and pain linked to ME. The 53-year-old comedian, who has largely stayed out of the spotlight during years of ill health, believes returning to television is the right next step despite the demands of the programme. Hart said…
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‘Have some humanity’: Diogo Jota chants at Rúben Neves a wake-up call for Saudi Arabia
Following Al-Hilal’s 6-0 defeat of Al-Taawoun on 13 September 2026, a small group of supporters chanted the name of Diogo Jota, a Portuguese footballer who died in a car accident in July 2025, at Al-Hilal player Rúben Neves, Jota’s former teammate. The incident deeply upset Neves, who responded with an emotional gesture, and prompted Cristiano…
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Trump to zero-in on Iran nuclear threat, Gaza plan and UN overhaul in world stage speech
President Trump is addressing the United Nations General Assembly, confronting multiple major geopolitical challenges that will shape his second-term foreign policy, including Iran’s nuclear programme, the Gaza conflict, and strategic competition with China. Trump plans to argue that his administration has tackled global problems previous governments allowed to persist, with Iran expected to dominate both…
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UK Government Borrowing Exceeds Forecasts at £18.3bn, Constraining Budget Options
UK government borrowing figures for August have exceeded forecasts significantly, constraining the government’s policy options ahead of the autumn budget. Public-sector borrowing reached £18.3 billion, roughly £3 billion above expectations and £3.5 billion higher than the Office for Budget Responsibility’s forecast. The shortfall reflects spending outpacing revenue growth, raising pressure on Chancellor John Healey to…
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Charlotte Church attacks Ed Sheeran over Macklemore’s tour removal
Charlotte Church launched a fierce onstage attack on Ed Sheeran during a Cardiff concert, calling him a “greedy capitalist” for not supporting rapper Macklemore after his removal from Sheeran’s Loop tour. She urged the audience, including under-18s, to chant “Free Palestine” and repeatedly told Sheeran “we’re watching you”, intensifying the dispute over whether musicians should…
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Government borrowing exceeds forecasts at £18.3bn, piling pressure on Chancellor
Government borrowing rose to £18.3 billion in August, roughly 20% higher than in the same month last year and above official forecasts. The figures deepen pressure on the Chancellor, as spending outpaced government income and ministers prepare for possible further economic effects from rising Middle Eastern energy prices. Although borrowing for the financial year so…