Burnham vows to ‘rewire Britain’ with devolution push and ‘No. 10 North’ in Manchester
Labour’s likely next PM set out a 10-year economic plan in his Manchester speech, promising greater regional powers and a shift away from trickle-down economics. Read More
AC should be prioritised for the elderly and vulnerable, expert says
Diana Ürge-Vorsatz, Vice-Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, said governments should provide “temporary measures” such as cooling centres during heatwaves. High air conditioning use is “already jeopardising” the…
‘Extremely unusual’ heat with ‘no end’ in sight, says Copernicus director
Carlo Buontempo, Copernicus Climate Change service director, says heatwaves have become “more intense, lasting longer and starting earlier in the season” in Europe as the continent “is warming faster than…
Keeping cool has become Europe’s latest climate class war
As Europe accelerates its green transition, the debate over air conditioning has become emblematic of a broader challenge. Climate policy is no longer judged solely by its environmental ambitions, but…
Cyprus’ tourism revenues fell by more than 35% in April as a result of the war
Despite an initially expected downturn, Deputy Tourism Minister Kostas Koumis said tourism in Cyprus had returned to a “stable course”, adding that improving performance in recent months showed government measures…
‘Frida: The Making of an Icon’: Inside Tate Modern’s highest pre-selling show
A unibrow, flowers, bold colours — Frida Kahlo’s image is known around the world. Tate Modern’s record-breaking new exhibition brings together more than 30 works by the Mexican artist, alongside…
At least five people killed in shooting in northern Germany, police say
Police said they were working to establish the background to the shooting and what exactly happened. Read More
Australian charged with murder after Thai teen’s body found in suitcase
Australian man Simon Carman has been charged with murdering 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla after her body was found inside a suitcase in Pattaya. Police say the investigation is ongoing, while the…
Stylish shopping: Prix Versailles reveals world’s most beautiful emporiums for 2026
Seven retail locations from around the world have been chosen by Prix Versailles as the world’s most beautiful emporiums in 2026. Read More
Taylor Swift wedding rumours: Are the upcoming nuptials this week?
Megastar Taylor Swift is reportedly set to tie the knot with Travis Kelce at the end of this week… Or is she? Here’s everything you need to know about the…