From Normal to Ania Magliano: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead Bob Odenkirk’s a put-upon lawman in Ben Wheatley’s latest, and the SNL UK star is back out on tour The Guardian - UK · May 16
4 bright stars form a giant 'diamond' in the May night sky: Here's how to find it Look for the Great Diamond of Spring in May's night sky and discover the rich realm of galaxies within. Space · May 15
Illegal gold mining causes surges in malaria in the Amazon, and the association is far worse than we suspected Gold prices are at an all-time high, and we are very worried. As disease ecologists, it’s not the economic instability that concerns us, but the fact that a surge in gold mining could have a devastating impact on human health. The Conversation · May 13
The ultimate travel guide to Thailand: where to stay, what to eat and how to get around From the best regions to incredible things to do, here’s everything you need to know about travelling in Thailand The Guardian - UK · May 13
14 Years Later, Kristen Stewart's About To Star In A Very Different Kind Of Vampire Movie Stewart will appear opposite 'The Secret Agent' star Wagner Moura in 'Flesh of the Gods,' the latest film from 'Mandy' director Panos Cosmatos. Inverse · May 12
How would Andy Burnham become prime minister? He is currently the Mayor of Manchester, and does not have a seat in Parliament, therefore the route to the top could be tricky. Evening Standard · May 12
How quickly could Andy Burnham become prime minister – and what stands in his way? Former Manchester mayor had made it clear he would challenge Sir Keir Starmer if he won the Makerfield by-election The Independent UK · May 12
Lucy Punch shares upsetting fan encounter as Amandaland returns for series two Amandaland series two premiered on BBC on Wednesday, with six episodes available to stream now on iPlayer Evening Standard · May 6
An Australian climber is taking two months to scale Mount Everest. It could still be a speed record INTERVIEW: Oliver Foran’s 60-day sea-to-summit bid is driven by personal loss and a mission to help others seek the mental health help that he wishes he received at the age of 16. He speaks to Maroosha Muzaffar The Independent UK · May 6
No water, no crops: irrigation schemes could be a powerful way for South Africa’s smallholder farmers to adapt to climate change Across South Africa’s rural landscape, thousands of hectares of fertile land lie unused. Irrigation systems have collapsed, water no longer reaches crops reliably, and many farmers lack the support needed to keep production going. The Conversation · May 5
‘People crave friendship’: thousands flock to resurgence of centuries-old south Asian board game Carrom, a game in which players flick counters into pockets on a board, has drawn hundreds to events across the UK The Guardian - UK · May 5
Tour of the Gila: Ella Sabo wins bunch sprint on stage 4 as Patrick Welch takes breakaway victory Commanding lead for Lauren Stephens in women’s race overall as Walter Vargas tops men’s GC with one stage to go Cycling News · May 3
Local elections 2026: Nigel Farage leads Reform troops in Battle for Essex as Tories defend 'last stronghold' Speaking to The Standard, the Reform leader said: ‘Battle between Reform and Conservatives in Essex is going to be a very big test of who is seen to be the major party on Centre Right of British politics’ Evening Standard · May 2
Why a wet F1 Miami GP would be so tricky – FIA addresses key concerns The FIA believes the chances of a cancellation due to a thunderstorm are small, but how could the weather still impact the Miami Grand Prix? And what are the biggest challenges for potentially the first wet-weather race with 2026 machinery? Motorsport · May 1
Reason · Apr 29 Free Speech Unmuted: "Defamacast" and More: How American Defamation Law Works Jane and I lay out the structure of American defamation law, using the recent lawsuits brought by FBI Director Kash Patel as a launching point. Special bonus: Almost no discussion of New York Times v. Sullivan (an important case but one that listeners have doubtless heard much about elsewhere).
The Guardian - UK · Apr 27 Match the children’s game to the profession Brief letters: Peter Mandelson’s walkies | Farage and Trump | EV charger issues | Bard brutality | Pay your taxes
The Guardian - UK · Apr 26 The tortoise and the hare: will China beat the US in the race back to the moon? The rival superpowers are ramping up preparations for a crewed lunar landing, with China’s progress slow and steady and the US’s landers still in development
The Independent UK · Apr 22 Giant invasive toads in Japan are rapidly getting bigger and scientists don’t know why Researchers say findings challenge idea that evolutionary change happens at a glacially slow pace
The Independent UK · Apr 20 Cruise ships escape through Strait of Hormuz and will carry passengers within weeks Six vessels managed to sail out of the Gulf over the weekend
The Guardian - UK · Apr 18 Scotland in bloom: wildflowers turn the Outer Hebrides into a Technicolor dream The machair is nature’s dazzling display on these remote islands, but this rare habitat also plays a vital role for wildlife and the resurgent crofting community
The Guardian - AU · Apr 15 Gina Rinehart’s son says he wants to be a ‘united family’ in olive branch to mother after court ruling John Hancock welcomes findings on ownership of mines and companies although judge says dispute should be determined in private arbitration
The Conversation · Apr 15 What Australia must learn from Ukraine about drone technology and the future of warfare In the lead-up to the release of the National Defence Strategy (NDS) this week, the Albanese government has announced it will spend an additional A$2–5 billion on drones and counter-drone systems.
The Independent UK · Apr 10 Wyndham Clark makes early move on second day of Masters The former US Open champion began with three birdies in his first four holes to close to within two of overnight leaders Rory McIlroy and Sam Burns.
Tom’s Guide · Apr 10 How to watch 'Lost Doctor Who' online and for free Once thought to be missing forever after being wiped from the archives, these Lost Doctor Who episodes are now available to watch. Here's how to watch "Lost Doctor Who" online and for free – from anywhere!
Reason · Apr 8 Free Speech Unmuted: Speech, Not "Conduct": Supreme Court Rules on Conversion Talk Therapy Jane Bambauer and I analyze the Supreme Court's new Chiles v. Salazar decision, which struck down (by an 8-1 vote)… The post Free Speech Unmuted: Speech, Not "Conduct": Supreme Court Rules on Conversion Talk Therapy appeared first on Reason.com.