Guardian
October 2026
The biggest threat from AI is the sense that we have no say in it. To that I say game on | Peter Lewis
While the US clings on to its status as the oldest constitutional democracy, the unholy alliance between the tech overlords and the White House is creating its own AI reality untethered to the will of the people
Flying foxes in NSW and Victoria face mass starvation amid food shortages
We don’t know for sure what is causing this particular incident, but food shortages can be aggravated by climatic events such as drought and El Niño conditions,
Many malnourished and dehydrated female flying foxes are in the final month of their gestational period and are tragically losing their young. They just haven’t got the nutritional health or strength to produce milk or carry to full term,
They’re so hungry they’re actually eating during the day, away from the safety of the camp,
Australian success is not guaranteed but who can stop the Rugby League World Cup hosts?
Larger Than Life review — Wallace, Gromit and the gang say cheeeese for hilarious Aardman origin story
I think people still crave imperfection,”
Allies did not warn Kyiv of Russian ballistic missile strikes, says Zelenskyy
The Ukrainian president described the attack on Monday as “particularly vile”
The Russians have attacked both our energy facilities and our critical infrastructure, sending absolutely clear signals that they have no intention of refraining from strikes on Ukraine. Nineteen regions of our country have come under attack in these two days alone,
Intelligence on Russian ballistic missile launches helps save lives, and this is one of the most critical issues. This is precisely what helps prevent people from being killed — when there is an early warning about ballistic missiles,
Direct or indirect support for Russia, delaying aid to Ukraine, and complicating protection of lives from ballistics — this is what will definitely not work for peace. A strong America, a strong Europe, strong partners are needed,
Man killed by tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park named
Chapman scaled the fence and entered the enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster on Saturday afternoon
It’s simply not possible … at an attraction like Yorkshire Wildlife Park that gets hundreds of thousands — if not over a million — visitors a year to keep an eye on everybody all the time.”
I would not conclude that there was a major issue with zoo safety — the harsh reality is that it is virtually impossible for zoos to stop people who are very determined to breach safety measures.”
If a determined thief wants to get in your house, they’re going to get in your house. You can mitigate risk to a certain point but there’s sometimes no stopping events from happening, unfortunately.”
‘Wow, dude. You’re an idiot’: why Kelly Clarkson is fighting over a $15,000 bird on social media
Wow, dude. You’re an idiot and just lost a huge sale,
I never blast people but you my friend were an exception. Your store is really cool. Unfortunately, you aren’t.”
Imagine our surprise when our small local business was suddenly attacked by eight million people who have never visited our store,
Maresca says he would describe Manchester City as ‘cheats’ if he was a United fan
Maresca defended the revelry but is conscious of the need to focus on Wednesday’s visit of Paris Saint-Germain in their second Champions League game of the season, following their 2-0 victory at Porto
When you build yourself as a player, you build yourself against any noise,
In case he’s coming, it’s a nice feeling,
We won 0-3 at Anfield,
Josh Hazlewood reminds Australia of his worth with 6-49 to see off South Africa
Pennsylvania announces sixth death in measles outbreak as case numbers rise
The CDC’s website, last updated on Friday, shows 4,080 confirmed measles infections across the US in 42 separate outbreaks, the highest figures in decades, and almost double the number of cases for the whole of 2025
Families deserve the dignity to mourn in private,
Indonesia wildfire fuelled by El Niño razes almost 300 homes
I immediately ran to save myself. None of my belongings survived... only the clothes on my back,
Jury selection begins in hate crimes trial for Buffalo supermarket gunman
Unfortunately, he (Gendron) fits the pattern of young, mostly white males undertaking targeted massacres which are then justified by manifestos, which are also part of a continuing chain that references prior attacks often but seeks to encourage future ones,
I’ve never been like out here like, ‘Yay! Go for the death penalty.’ That’s never been me,
Nothing will change the fact that Payton Gendron will die in prison,
Rightwing extremists increasingly likely to consider terrorist attacks, MI5 chief says
In the past year, MI5’s counter-Iran operation had led to more than 50 arrests in the UK, with much of Tehran’s increased agression aimed at “British Jewish communities” including terrorist plots and arson attacks against synagogues, business and ambulances
We have again entered a new era of national security,
Jury sworn in for Russell Brand trial on rape and sexual assault charges
Heaven knows what’s out there,
Pope Leo admitted to hospital for operation to remove growth on lung
The Vatican has not disclosed the timing of the operation, although it could take place on Tuesday afternoon, according to Italian media reports
The doctors believe it's best to take action, so, following their advice, I've decided to have surgery to remove it,
We spoke with great serenity,
As a pediatrician, loss of human connection is the biggest threat to kids, not AI
Each week headlines warn of teenagers addicted to phones, a loneliness epidemic and the dangers of AI
I’ve never had that,
UK asks Interpol to reject Argentina’s ‘politically motivated’ requests for Falklands oil arrests
Britain has appealed to Interpol to reject Argentina’s requests for the arrest of individuals involved in a large oil project off the Falkland Islands
The UK government has assembled quite an in-depth team of legal advisers, KCs — that is the first step,
Certainly those of us who have an interest have had a look at certain sections of Interpol’s constitution to see what we think it could mean.”
Manchester City v PSG is a reminder of the path not taken in sanctions battles
In 2020, after an investigation by Uefa’s investigatory chamber, the club was suspended from the Champions League for two years for “overstating its sponsorship revenue” between 2012 and 2016, before this was overturned by an appeal to the court of arbitration for sport, which found: “Most of the alleged breaches were either not established or time-barred.”
You will see that I’ve sometimes chosen a wording which ‘looks’ more ‘strong,’
In cases where clubs overspend and balance their books only thanks to money injections, a settlement agreement has always been the preferred solution,
Democratic leaders condemn federal raid on Ilhan Omar as she vows not to be silenced | First Thing
In a social media post, the Minnesota congresswoman criticized the raid as an attempt by the Trump administration “to target political enemies and weaponize law enforcement”
For ten years, Trump has targeted me with baseless lies and smear campaigns,
Hobbs and Whistles owner investigates hack that may have exposed customer data
If the investigation establishes any personal information has been accessed by hackers TFG said it would “notify affected individuals or organisations.”
We have not found any indications that our data environment has been compromised.”
Some of our brand’s website capabilities may not be available as the investigation continues. We apologise for any disruption and will provide additional updates to our customers as appropriate,
Trump targets Ilhan Omar at rally following raid on her home — US politics live
We have absolutely no idea how this happened
‘Our future is being stolen’: Greta Thunberg joins students protesting in Paris
Now in their third week, the protests — backed by unionists, some teachers and radical leftwing opposition politicians — have shaken a government caught between calls for urgent public investment and pressure to reduce France’s ballooning deficit and debt
Young people are not being included in the conversation,
Our future is being stolen from us and, as we have seen here, schools are not getting the investment they need.”
They’re not listening to us, so we’re going to them,
England fast-track teenage star Thomas Rew for Australia white-ball tour
While captain Harry Brook, Jordan Cox, and Bethell are down to play in both series and then bounce straight into the South Africa Tests, the mid-tour exodus of England’s frontline quicks shows the importance of the ODIs a year out from the World Cup
F1 returns to Africa for first time since 1993 with 10-year Rwanda deal from ‘early 2030s’
The event will take place at a new purpose-built track in Bugesera, 25 miles south of Rwanda’s capital Kigali
I’ve always said that we need to have a Grand Prix in Africa. For me, it’s the most important continent and the most beautiful continent. We’re on all the other continents but that one, and there should be no reason for it. It’s something I’ve been pushing for in the background and Stefano’s been amazing.”
UK holiday demand may have peaked amid cost of living squeeze, says travel industry
Overall, 88% of Brits took a holiday this year, matching the 2019 pre-pandemic peak, with a new high of 74% in the UK and 62% abroad
The pressures of the last few months are not going to go away in the next 18 months.”
Demand has held up well despite a range of challenges this year, and that looks set to continue, as does the willingness to prioritise spending on travel over other discretionary items.”