Christiane Amanpour’s parting advice to journalists is right on the mark The CNN star’s wise advice to ‘be truthful, not neutral’ should be tattooed on our souls The Guardian - US · Oct 22
Who needs sleep when you can scroll through home makeover videos instead I’m not talking about frenetic whole-house renovations and stripping wallpaper but the slow, thoughtful design tweaks that are perfect for bedtime viewing, writes Bim Adewunmi The Guardian - UK · Oct 22
Europe's wave of anger: How far will youth-led protests go? Youth-driven protests have been popping up all over Europe: in Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Albania, Serbia and Greece. The spark here in France was deteriorating conditions in high schools and universities, particularly for students from underprivileged backgrounds. Meanwhile, wages aren't keeping up with inflation. The housing crisis is front and… France 24 · Oct 22
The young people we never see Recent research underscores the importance of social interaction in mitigating adolescent substance abuse risks. Key elements, such as a sense of belonging in schools and nurturing relationships, significantly contribute to prevention efforts. Initiatives in Iceland demonstrate the benefits of community engagement and structured programming. Gaining insight into how external factors… The Economic Times · Oct 22
Is this Prince Harry or David Brent in The Office? Either way, we’re watching a masterclass in awkwardness The wayward prince and his wife seem to be aiming for a reboot – searching for purpose, but not self-awareness, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes The Guardian - UK · Oct 22
The myth of the apolitical Indian How many times have you heard someone say, “I don’t get into politics. I just focus on my career.” Newslaundry · Oct 22
Strongmen like Trump would destroy the planet out of pure spite – and Brazil shows we’re all in peril If Flávio Bolsonaro is elected, Brazil’s ecosystems will face collapse. The ruling class would rather burn the world than share it with the poor, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot The Guardian - UK · Oct 22
A violent and coordinated youth uprising? That’s exactly the picture Europe’s enemies want to paint Each country’s protesters have distinct grievances. Listen to them, not the voices telling us Europe is ungovernable, says law professor Alberto Alemanno The Guardian - UK · Oct 22
I spent a week watching Helen Haines in action in Canberra. It was the most inspiring week of my life Somehow, among all the meetings, media commitments and delivering rousing speeches – she managed to bake seven sponge cakes for the people around her The Guardian - AU · Oct 21
My husband Hiep Tran is in a Vietnamese prison. He has done nothing wrong No Australian citizen, or anyone else, should have to endure the terrible nightmare our family is going through The Guardian - AU · Oct 21
US sanctions have India cornered. BRICS charts an escape route US sanctions have significant implications on international trade, especially concerning countries like India. As BRICS countries explore alternative payment systems, the renminbi could become an attractive option. This change might reduce reliance on the US dollar and offer nations more strategic autonomy. The recent discussions emphasize the importance of cross-border… The Economic Times · Oct 21
The Guardian view on drilling in Jackdaw: a truly pragmatic approach would focus on Britain’s green transition Editorial: Opening the North Sea gasfield will deliver minimal benefits for households, while sending a dismal signal before next month’s Cop summit The Guardian - UK · Oct 21
The Guardian view on the Republicans’ midterms struggle: Trump has circuses, but voters also want bread Editorial: As prices keep rising, more of the president’s supporters are asking what happened to the economic good times he promised The Guardian - UK · Oct 21
Tax matters, as does capital: Is it time for India to reconsider its LTCG tax policy on listed equities amid rising global competition? Debate on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax and securities transaction tax (STT) has gained momentum, with the government recognizing its significance. With foreign portfolio investors withdrawing substantial funds from Indian equities, the impact of tax regimes on investment behavior and market liquidity warrants deeper analysis. Reforms are necessary to enhance… The Economic Times · Oct 21
The Economic Times · Oct 21 Long & short of SIR: What happens when exclusion is prioritised over inclusion The SIR process is leading to the exclusion of approximately 12 crore eligible voters from electoral lists. Wrongful deletions from the pre-SIR voter list are part of the problem. But there was also a big failure to include those who were missing from that list in the first place.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 21 Burnham approves Jackdaw – and Labour’s unity on climate action is imperilled with the stroke of a pen This foolish decision undermines hopes that this government will take the necessary steps the climate crisis demands, says Guardian columnist Zoe Williams
The Independent UK · Oct 21 By drilling Jackdaw, Mr Burnham offers the nation a drop of hope THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: On an ecological level, it is regrettable that ministers have been persuaded to look again at the North Sea gasfield – but it is an unavoidable answer to the much deeper challenges facing Britain’s energy security
The Guardian - UK · Oct 21 I’ve booked my first proper holiday – and it’s pulled me out of winter grimness like a magic spell Anticipating a potential spring in which I am bathed in sun on a Greek island is giving me the kind of glee that makes anything feel possible
The Guardian - UK · Oct 21 Can UK pop cut immigration and stop the boats? I suppose we’ll find out with GB News Music Radio An ‘all British, all day’ station is a nativist dream come true – but good luck with the playlist. And anyway: how many artists will want to be on Farage FM? asks Guardian columnist John Harris
The Guardian - UK · Oct 21 Usha Vance is a closed book – but her Goodreads account is surprisingly revealing From Roman-era political potboilers to stories of Catholic priests struggling to impose their authority, Arwa Mahdawi wonders what the reading list of vice-president JD Vance’s wife could be trying to tell us
Newslaundry · Oct 21 Health insurance reform should cut costs, not shift them on to patients For middle-class and even better-off Indian households that buy health insurance, for employees who depend on employer-provided cover, and for poor families relying on public schemes, health coverage carries a common expectation: that illness will not leave them facing expenses they cannot afford.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 21 A gen Z protest movement could be about to oust Serbia’s strongman. Here’s why that will shake Europe Student activists seem set to defeat Aleksandar Vučić at the ballot box this Sunday. The EU should never have written off Serbian democracy , says journalist Misha Glenny
The Guardian - UK · Oct 21 From strife-torn France to the UK, rightwing populists win when they stir chaos while promising order Marine Le Pen and Donald Trump are arsonists who play at being firefighters. Nigel Farage is finding that act harder to pull off in Andy Burnham’s Britain, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr
The Guardian - AU · Oct 21 Australian democracy is usually peaceful. But there’s a homegrown history of political violence Like other features of our public landscape, both good and bad, political violence has a history in Australia – one from which we may learn
The Guardian - AU · Oct 20 My late wife Jo Cox was murdered in her constituency in 2016. The alleged attack on Helen Haines is a punch to the gut Moments like these can reinforce our divisions or remind us of what we stand to lose when hatred and intimidation are allowed to brutalise our democracy