Reuters Hundreds of demonstrators have been arrested following protests sparked by Venezuela’s disputed election “I haven’t been able to see him. Or give him food. Or hand him his clothes. I don’t know if he has been beaten. I don’t know if he has bathed. Or eaten.” ‘Isabella’, who did not want to be named, … Read more
It says something about the state of the Conservative leadership contest that even Tory MPs are struggling to get excited about the next three months. “I see them as a pack of quite average greyhounds,” says one MP of the six contenders vying to succeed Rishi Sunak. Others are refraining from publicly backing a candidate … Read more
Less than three hours after the stabbing attack on Monday that led to the death of three children, an AI-generated image was shared on X by an account called Europe Invasion. It depicted bearded men in traditional Muslim dress outside the Houses of Parliament, one waving a knife, behind a crying child in a union … Read more
Executive Chef Shardul Kulkarni of Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel shares his insights on the demand for Cantonese cuisine in Vietnam, sustainable kitchen practices, and how local culture has inspired his culinary journey. With a passion for simplicity and quality ingredients, Chef Kulkarni has evolved his culinary style through international experiences and travel. From sourcing … Read more
Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature From one GOAT to another; Katie Ledecky yesterday became the female swimmer with the most medals in Olympic history. She now has eight gold, four silver, and a bronze. One at London 2012, five at Rio 2016, four at Tokyo 2020, … Read more
She looks uncannily like The Scream painting by Edvard Munch, but just why an ancient Egyptian mummy has such a startling expression has long puzzled researchers. Now they say they may have the answer – suggesting the woman died crying out in agony. The woman is thought to have been buried about 3,500 years ago … Read more
Battery Dance is celebrating its 43rd Annual Battery Dance Festival from August 11-17, featuring in-person and live-streamed performances staged each night at Rockefeller Park, Battery Park City, New York City at 7PM ET. Among the dance companies from across the world, including some of the finest exponents of Indian classical will participate. This year will … Read more
Fadel al-Utol. Composite: Guardian Design/Supplied image Fadel al-Utol, 43, is an archaeologist and restoration specialist working in Gaza. Tell me a little about your archaeological work and career in Gaza.I am a specialist in archaeological restoration and excavation. I began my work in 1995 with the École Biblique as part of an agreement between France … Read more
The White House celebrated a “feat of diplomacy” on Thursday after a major prisoner swap between Russia and the west that included the release of the Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US marine Paul Whelan, among others. Both are US citizens accused by Russian authorities of espionage, charges they and the US government … Read more
It had just turned 20 minutes past eight when Simone Biles stepped out on to the floor for her final routine. The centre of the arena was quiet and still, every other apparatus vacant. She had the place to herself and the undivided attention of every single person there. Zinedine Zidane was watching, so was … Read more