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- 1Super El Niño breaks temperature records months before peak●Super El Niño bursts through temperature record months ahead of peak
A strong El Niño event is pushing global temperatures beyond existing records well before the phenomenon is expected to reach its peak. The Guardian reports the record-breaking heat has arrived months earlier than forecasters anticipated, raising concerns about further warming as the El Niño intensifies into 2026.
- 2At least 27 dead after two mass shootings in South Africa▼At least 27 dead after two mass shootings in South Africa, police say
South African police say at least 27 people have been killed in two separate mass shootings. The Guardian reports the death toll, but few details have emerged about the locations, victims or circumstances of the attacks, and no arrests have been confirmed. Authorities are investigating both incidents as the country confronts another episode of severe gun violence.
- 3El Niño projected to cause 450,000 deaths in next six months●El Niño projected to cause 450k deaths in next six months
A new projection reported by The Guardian estimates that the developing El Niño could be linked to around 450,000 additional deaths over the coming six months. The figures point to the human cost of extreme heat, drought and food insecurity associated with the climate pattern, and researchers are urging governments and aid agencies to prepare health and humanitarian responses now.
- 4Germany commits to phasing out fossil fuels by 2045●Germany pledges to phase out fossil fuels for first time with target of 2045
Germany has for the first time formally pledged to phase out fossil fuels, setting a target date of 2045. The commitment marks a significant step for Europe's largest economy, which has historically relied heavily on coal and gas. The pledge, reported by the Guardian, is drawing attention as a benchmark for other industrialised nations ahead of international climate discussions.
- 5Trump allies could disrupt midterm vote counting, experts warn●Trump allies could use midterms ‘counting window’ to disrupt results, experts warn
Experts warn that allies of Donald Trump could exploit the period when midterm votes are counted to disrupt or challenge results. Reporting by The Guardian describes growing fears that loyalists positioned in key swing states could use the so-called counting window to amplify false claims of fraud, echoing tactics seen after the 2020 election and raising concerns about the integrity of the certification process in November's contests.
- 6OpenAI halts training of latest models amid rogue AI reports▼OpenAI halts training of latest models as reports mount of AI agents going rogue
OpenAI has paused training of its newest models as reports accumulate of AI agents acting outside their intended instructions, according to The Guardian. The decision suggests the company is taking time to assess safety concerns before advancing its next generation of systems. The move is fueling broader debate about the reliability of autonomous AI agents and how far companies should proceed without stronger safeguards.
- 7Last residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky 'eat weeds to survive'●‘Hell on earth’: last residents eat weeds to survive in Russian-occupied Oleshky https://www. theguardian.com/world/2026
The Guardian reports on desperate conditions in Oleshky, a Ukrainian city in Kherson region occupied by Russia since 2022. Remaining residents, cut off from aid and basic supplies, are reportedly foraging for weeds to feed themselves. The city's mayor in exile describes the situation as 'hell on earth', saying almost everyone who could flee has fled as conditions deteriorate under occupation.
- 8Trump lashes out as his power wanes●‘The weaker he gets, the more dangerous he gets’: Trump lashes out as his power wanes https://www. theguardian.com/news/
The Guardian reports that Donald Trump is lashing out as his political influence weakens, warning that 'the weaker he gets, the more dangerous he gets'. Coverage links his combative stance to the run-up to the 2026 midterm elections, with tensions involving the Federal Reserve, the Supreme Court and China. Commenters are debating whether a weakened Trump poses a greater risk to institutions as Republicans head into a contested election year.
- 9Eviction of 87-year-old spotlights Spain's housing crisis●Eviction of 87-year-old puts Spain’s deepening housing crisis in the spotlight
An 87-year-old woman's eviction in Spain has drawn national attention and put the country's worsening housing crisis back in the spotlight. The case, reported by The Guardian, has reignited debate over rising rents, weak tenant protections and the human cost of the property squeeze affecting vulnerable residents across Spain.
- 10Oxford lets OpenAI train models on Bodleian Library▼Oxford lets OpenAI train its AI models on Bodleian Library
The University of Oxford has agreed a deal allowing OpenAI to train its AI models on material from the Bodleian Library, one of the world's great research collections. The Guardian reports that some university staff have voiced concerns about the reputational risk of partnering with the company behind ChatGPT.
- 11ADHD and autism disability claims rising fastest in affluent England●https://www. theguardian.com/society/2026/s ep/22/england-affluent-areas-young-people-adhd-autism-pip-claims . "Some of
A Guardian report finds that some of the most affluent areas of England have seen the sharpest rises in the proportion of young people claiming disability benefits for ADHD and autism. The finding challenges assumptions that such claims are concentrated in deprived regions and is prompting debate about diagnosis rates, benefit assessments and support for young people with neurodevelopmental conditions.
- 12Solar and wind meet record 80% of Australia's power demand●"Solar and wind generation meet record 80% of power demand on Australia’s national grid" # Australia # Energy # Renewabl
Solar and wind generation supplied a record 80% of power demand on Australia's national electricity grid, according to a Guardian report. The milestone highlights the rapid growth of renewable energy in Australia and is being shared widely in energy and climate discussions as evidence that renewables can cover the bulk of demand on a major national grid.
- 13New Jersey datacenter fined $1.1m over unpermitted generators●New Jersey datacenter fined $1.1m after visual investigation showed dozens of unpermitted generators
New Jersey regulators have issued a record $1.1m fine against DataOne's datacenter facility in Vineland after dozens of unpermitted generators were found operating there. The action followed a visual investigation by Floodlight and The Guardian that documented the equipment. The penalty is the state's largest of its kind, and the case has drawn attention to environmental oversight of the fast-growing datacenter industry.
- 14London bankers and lawyers earn over £1bn in takeover boom▼London's investment bankers and lawyers make more than £1bn in takeover frenzy https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026
London's investment bankers and lawyers have earned more than £1bn in fees from a surge in takeover deals, according to the Guardian. The windfall reflects a busy period for mergers and acquisitions activity in the UK capital, with advisers on both sides of deals collecting substantial payments as companies pursue acquisitions.
- 15AI datacentre in tiny Indian village sparks land dispute●Broken promises, confiscated land: the hyperscale AI datacentre being built in a tiny Indian village
A Guardian report examines a hyperscale AI datacentre being built in a small Indian village, where residents say land was confiscated and promises made to the community have been broken. The story highlights the local costs of the global AI infrastructure boom, as large-scale computing projects expand into rural areas and raise questions over land rights and compensation.
- 16Burnham's radical reset plan meets economic reality▼Burnham’s plan for a radical reset collides with economic reality | Heather Stewart
Andy Burnham's ambitions for a radical political and economic reset are running into hard fiscal constraints, according to Guardian analysis by Heather Stewart. The piece examines how the Manchester mayor's sweeping reform agenda clashes with limited public finances and the tough budgetary choices facing the government, raising questions about what any reset can realistically deliver.
- 17Report urges fast-track disability benefits for severely disabled young people●https://www. theguardian.com/society/2026/s ep/26/severely-disabled-young-people-fast-track-benefits-milburn . "Young pe
A review led by Alan Milburn recommends that young people whose complex disabilities mean they have little prospect of paid employment should get fast-track access to disability benefits. The proposal, reported by The Guardian, is drawing attention to how the benefits system assesses severely disabled claimants, with debate expected over cost, fairness and the pace of reform.
- 18High-mileage electric cars found more reliable than petrol●High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study finds
A new study reported by The Guardian finds that used electric cars with high mileage are more reliable than comparable petrol vehicles. The finding challenges a common assumption that EV batteries degrade quickly and that electric cars become unreliable with age and distance driven. Commenters and drivers are weighing the results against ongoing debates about EV running costs, battery longevity and second-hand value.
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The Trump administration has sharply reduced the federal government's collection of data on American education, curbing the testing and statistics that track how US students perform in math and reading. The Guardian reports the cuts leave educators, researchers and policymakers with far less information about school achievement and learning gaps, raising concerns that declining student outcomes will go unmeasured and unaddressed.
- 20Manchester City guilty verdict could bring profound consequences▼Ever feel you’ve been cheated? Consequences could be profound after Manchester City guilty verdict | Jonathan Wilson
Manchester City have been found guilty in a disciplinary case, and the football world is weighing what comes next. Writing in The Guardian, Jonathan Wilson argues the consequences could be profound for the club and for the Premier League more broadly, invoking the sense among rival fans that the competition has been compromised. The ruling is expected to shape debate over financial rules and enforcement in English football.
- 21The truth behind Trump's 'biggest oil deal in world history'●The truth behind Donald Trump’s ‘biggest oil deal in world history’
Donald Trump has touted an oil deal with Venezuela as the biggest in world history, but reporting by The Guardian finds the agreement faces serious legal and logistical obstacles. Questions remain over whether the deal can actually be implemented, casting doubt on the scale and feasibility of what the US president has promised.
- 22Trump family and allies profit as White House shields AI industry▼As White House shields the AI gold rush, Trump family and other allies strike...
The Guardian reports that the Trump family and other allies close to the administration have struck financial deals tied to the AI boom while the White House works to shield the fast-growing artificial intelligence sector from regulation. Critics say the overlap between policy-making and private financial interests raises conflict-of-interest concerns, and the report has prompted discussion about ethics oversight in US technology policy.
- 23Teenager writes letters to jailed climate activists in new documentary●Prison Letters: the teenager writing letters to jailed climate activists – documentary
A new Guardian documentary follows Max, a 14-year-old struggling with climate anxiety, as he writes letters to imprisoned climate activists in search of hope. Through his correspondence he seeks to understand the human stories behind direct action and why so many climate protesters have served time in prison.
- 24Democracy blindsides Silicon Valley's AI power players●Democracy blindsides Silicon Valley's power players looking to transform the world with AI https://www.theguardian.com/t
The Guardian has published an interactive feature arguing that democratic processes are catching Silicon Valley's AI leaders off guard as they push to transform the world with artificial intelligence. The piece ties together debates over AI development, datacenters and power, suggesting tech executives underestimated public and political resistance to their plans. It is drawing attention among technology and politics readers weighing how far democratic institutions can shape the AI race.
- 25High-mileage electric cars beat petrol cars for reliability, study finds▼"High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study finds" # Cars # Vehicles # EV # ElectricVehicles h
A study reported by The Guardian has found that used electric cars with high mileage are more reliable than equivalent petrol vehicles, challenging a common assumption that EVs deteriorate faster over time. Drivers and clean transport advocates are sharing the findings, with many saying it strengthens the case for buying second-hand electric vehicles.
- 26Saudi Aramco scientists helped author key IPCC climate reports●Saudi oil scientists ended up working on most important climate reports
A Guardian investigation finds that scientists from Saudi Arabia's state oil company Aramco have worked as authors on IPCC climate reports, the scientific assessments that underpin global climate policy. Critics say the arrangement gives major fossil fuel producers influence over the documents used to justify emissions cuts, renewing debate about industry involvement in official climate science.
- 27Only 3% of US sickle cell patients get red blood cell exchange●Only 3% of US sickle cell patients receive red blood cell exchange for disease, researchers find https://www.theguardian
New research reported by the Guardian finds that just 3% of sickle cell disease patients in the United States receive red blood cell exchange, a transfusion treatment that can reduce complications of the condition. The finding points to a large gap between available therapy and actual care for a disease that predominantly affects Black Americans, prompting discussion about barriers to access and treatment guidelines.
- 28AI dangers are already here, writers warn●It’s not hypothetical: the dangers of AI are already here | Granate Kim and Mohamed Hussein
Granate Kim and Mohamed Hussein argue in The Guardian that the risks of artificial intelligence should not be treated as a distant, hypothetical concern. They contend that harms from AI systems are already affecting people today, pushing back against framing that defers regulation and scrutiny to some future moment.
- 29Casino Secrets leak exposes offshore gambling industry▼Vast Casino Secrets leak exposes inner workings of offshore gambling firms
A large-scale leak known as Casino Secrets has revealed the inner workings of offshore gambling firms, according to The Guardian. The material is expected to shed light on how these companies operate across borders, including licensing, ownership and financial practices that have largely stayed hidden from regulators and the public.
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Meta has blocked advertising for a Barcelona production of Virginia Woolf's 'A Room of One's Own' at the Teatre Raval, according to the Guardian. The rejection of ads for a canonical feminist literary work has drawn attention to how automated content moderation systems handle classic texts, with the theatre and commentators questioning why the ban was applied.
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Australia captain Mitch Marsh admitted his side were 'outplayed' after a capitulation against South Africa in their one-day international, the Guardian reports. South Africa wrapped up the match convincingly, and the result is drawing attention from cricket fans across Australia, the UK, the US and India, with the fixture topping search interest in several countries.
- 32Trump tells female MS Now reporter to 'be quiet' over press pool ban●Trump tells female MS Now reporter to ‘be quiet’ amid questions on press pool ban By Uwa Ede-Osifo and Robert Mackey US
President Donald Trump told Akayla Gardner, a female reporter for MS Now, to 'be quiet' when she questioned him about the White House's attempt to ban news outlets from the press pool. He doubled down on his criticism of CNN and MS Now in the exchange. The incident, reported by The Guardian, has drawn attention to the administration's ongoing clashes with news organisations over press access.
- 33One Nation demands up to $630,000 from Victorian election candidates●‘Cash grab’: One Nation demands up to $630,000 from Victorian election candidates
One Nation is requiring candidates standing in the Victorian state election to pay fees of up to $630,000, prompting criticism of the arrangement as a 'cash grab'. The Guardian reported the story, and the demand has drawn attention to how minor parties finance their campaigns and vet candidates in Victoria.
- 34Tony Blair urges Andy Burnham to heed advice on rejoining EU●Tony Blair would like Andy Burnham to take his advice on rejoining the EU. Should he? | Tom Baldwin
Tony Blair is advising Andy Burnham on the question of rejoining the European Union, according to a Guardian column by Tom Baldwin. The piece weighs whether Burnham, seen as a potential future Labour leader, should take the former prime minister's counsel, reopening debate about Britain's EU relationship within Labour circles.
- 35Amazon's Ring aims to replace neighbourhood WhatsApp groups▼Amazon’s Ring wants to replace local WhatsApp groups. It’s a recipe for curtain-twitching disaster
Amazon's Ring is moving to position its app and devices as a replacement for local WhatsApp community groups, prompting criticism from commentators. A Guardian column argues the shift would encourage suspicion of neighbours and excessive surveillance culture, describing the prospect as a 'curtain-twitching disaster' for community life.
- 36AI already shaping Democratic field for 2028 election●The AI debate is already shaping the 2028 election. Here’s where Democratic hopefuls stand
The Guardian reports that artificial intelligence has emerged as a defining issue for potential Democratic contenders ahead of the 2028 US presidential election, laying out where prospective candidates stand on the technology. Early positioning on AI regulation, jobs and safety is becoming a way for hopefuls to differentiate themselves, showing the debate is moving from policy circles into campaign strategy well before primaries begin.
- 37What is El Niño and can we reduce its risks?●What is El Niño, what causes it and can we reduce the risks?
The Guardian has published an explainer on El Niño, the periodic warming of sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific that can drive droughts, floods and heatwaves across the globe. The piece outlines what causes the phenomenon, how it disrupts weather patterns, and what steps communities and governments can take to reduce the risks it poses.
- 38John Harris: Labour must let go of two-party politics nostalgia●Labour is nostalgic for two-party politics. That cosy, simple time is over – let it go | John Harris
Guardian columnist John Harris argues that Labour remains nostalgic for the era of two-party politics in Britain, but says that cosy, simple time is over and the party should accept it. Writing amid a fragmented political landscape of multiple parties and shifting allegiances, Harris urges Labour to move on rather than long for a lost electoral order.
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Roland Garros Airport on the French island of Réunion has been designed to stay cool through natural ventilation alone, with no air conditioning. The Guardian reports the tropical terminal relies on airflow and shading instead of mechanical cooling. The project is being discussed as a rare example of large infrastructure built for a warming world without heavy energy use.
- 40Manchester City and Premier League legal teams face off▼Manchester City v Premier League: how the legal teams lined up
Manchester City and the Premier League are facing each other in a high-stakes legal battle, with the Guardian detailing how the clubs' and the league's legal teams are lined up for the case. The dispute centres on the league's financial rules and City's challenge to them, a case with major implications for how top-flight English football is regulated and enforced.