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Boris Johnson mutiny: can Rishi Sunak avert a Tory civil war?

Rishi Sunak looks to have seen off a potential Tory rebellion – at least for now – after the shock resignation of Boris Johnson threatened a new period of instability and infighting within the party.

The Week · Jun 12, 2023

InterContinental Danang review: coastal cool in central Vietnam

Around 30 minutes up a long winding hill climb lies the Da Nang outpost of the InterContinental Hotels Group nestled in the pristine Son Tra Nature Reserve. Nearby is the more well-known Hoi An, but being a little less famous means fewer people flocking to the exquisite beaches in the…

The Week · Jun 12, 2023

Silvio Berlusconi: ‘bounce-back politician’ dies aged 86

Italy’s controversial former leader Silvio Berlusconi has died at the age of 86.

The Week · Jun 12, 2023

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Neurotechnology: how does new mind-reading technology work?

Sci-fi stories about mind-reading machines apear to be on the verge of becoming a reality following a major new advance by neuroscientists.

The Week · Jun 12, 2023

‘We should be scared’: the poisoning of schoolgirls in Afghanistan

Dozens of schoolgirls are suspected to have been deliberately poisoned in two attacks in Afghanistan, the latest in a decade of incidents in the region, intensifying fears for girls pursuing education.

The Week · Jun 12, 2023

Recipe: arroz negro (black paella) by Omar Allibhoy

Cooked with prawns, squid and squid ink, this black-coloured rice dish is the taste of the sea on a plate, said Spanish chef Omar Allibhoy. I have particularly fond memories of it because in my family we would often eat it to celebrate religious events and other special occasions.

The Week · Jun 12, 2023

A cruise on the mighty Brahmaputra river in India

From its source in Tibet, the Brahmaputra river flows through northeast India to Bangladesh, merging there with its equally mighty sister, the Ganges, and draining into the Bay of Bengal. A cruise along its Indian stretch on the “elegant” 18-cabin river boat Charaidew II is a delight, says Sophy Roberts…

The Week · Jun 12, 2023

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Why Yorkshire town’s Christmas tree is still up

A town in East Yorkshire still has its Christmas tree up because a wood pigeon lives in it. Although Beverley town council planned to take the tree down in January, the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 states that it’s illegal to mobe, damage or destroy the nest of any wild…

The Week · Jun 12, 2023

Quiz of The Week: 3 - 9 June

Prince Harry this week became the first senior royal to give evidence in court in more than a century, as he took on Mirror Group Newspapers (MGM) over alleged phone hacking.

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

How women can bridge the gender pension gap

Women are reaching the age of 55 with approximately a third less in their private pensions than men, according to the latest official figures.

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

How safe is India’s rail network?

The Indian government’s costly rail modernisation programme is under intense scrutiny after the country’s worst train disaster in decades claimed the lives of at least 275 people and injured more than 1,000.

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

The Week Unwrapped: Schoolgirl poisonings, accidental DNA and queer history

Olly Mann and The Week delve behind the headlines and debate what really matters from the past seven days. With Harriet Marsden, Jess Hullinger and Emma Smith.

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

Labour waters down £28bn green investment pledge to protect fiscal credibility

Labour has watered down plans to spend £28bn a year on green investment after internal tensions over Labour’s flagship economic policy.

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

The rise and rise of Center Parcs: ‘the paradise machine’

It all began “with an idea”, according to the Center Parcs website: “the idea of bringing people and nature together”.

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

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The Week · Jun 9, 2023

The Taliban’s ‘unprecedented’ crackdown on opium poppy crops in Afghanistan

Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers have succeeded in slashing opium poppy production in the country after banning cultivation of the crop, analysis of satellite imagery and reports from the ground suggest.

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

Taking Pride: the virtue signals of corporate America

Over the past few years, Pride Month has become a fixture of the US marketing calendar, said Danielle Wiener-Bronner on CNN – an opportunity for corporations to signal their progressive values.

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

Donald Trump indicted again: is latest threat of prison a game changer?

Donald Trump has been charged over his handling of classified documents after he left the White House.

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

Sounds of the city: should urban dwellers expect noise?

Italy’s Supreme Court has ruled that nightlife noise can harm health and infringe on citizens’ right to peace and quiet in a landmark verdict that has widespread implications.

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The Week · Jun 9, 2023

‘Lost’ Tudor book ‘hiding in plain sight’

Thomas Cromwell’s Book of Hours was “thought to be a lost relic of Henry VIII’s court”, said The Times, but “it transpires that it’s been hiding in plain sight for 363 years”. The book, which was immortalised in one of the most famous portraits from Tudor England, has been sitting…

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

China’s hidden century review: an ‘enthralling’ show at the British Museum

In 1796, when the sixth emperor acceded, the Qing presided over a third of the world’s population and one of the most prosperous empires in history. In 1912, the 11th and last emperor abdicated, aged 12, ending 2,000 years of dynastic rule, and paving the way for the modern Chinese…

The Week · Jun 9, 2023

Democracy explained in 60 seconds: ideas that changed the world

In this series, The Week looks at the ideas and innovations that permanently changed the way we see the world.

The Week · Jun 8, 2023

David Sherborne: the ‘barrister to the stars’ representing Prince Harry

David Sherborne has a long history of representing the rich and famous in court.

The Week · Jun 8, 2023

David Sherborne: the ‘barrister to the stars’ representing Prince Harry

David Sherborne has a long history of representing the rich and famous in court.

The Week · Jun 8, 2023

Endometriosis: the ‘incurable’ disease affecting one in 10 women

A new study has provided a major breakthrough in the search for effective treatments for endometriosis, a disease that affects more than 10% of reproductive-age women and girls.

The Week · Jun 8, 2023

Annuity vs. drawdown: what’s the best way to access retirement savings?

Rising interest rates have made annuities a more attractive option for retirees accessing their pension, but it is important to choose the right route for you.

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