Signed Paul McCartney book found in charity shop sells for nearly £1,000
The book, donated as part of a wider collection of 1970s memorabilia, sat in the shop for several months before its inscription was discovered
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Putin superyacht ‘Graceful’ spotted on radar off Denmark
Danish media said the boat, not seen on radar since 2022, was accompanied by two Russian warships, the Danish navy and the German coastguard
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Putin superyacht ‘Graceful’ spotted on radar off Denmark
Danish media said the boat, not seen on radar since 2022, was accompanied by two Russian warships, the Danish navy and the German coastguard
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The surprise twist in Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding NDAs revealed
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Ten of Amitabh Bachchan's most noteworthy Bollywood roles | The National
With more than 200 films over a career spanning 57 years, Amitabh Bachchan has become one of the defining figures of Indian cinema. From the righteous anger of Deewaar and the epic spectacle of Sholay to quieter, more nuanced performances in films such as Abhimaan, his influence continues to inspire actors, filmmake…
· Ankit Ojha
Elon Musk promotes ‘anti-migrant’ Armie Hammer film with free download on X
Citizen Vigilante, which follows a businessman taking bloody revenge on immigrant criminals, was posted by the tech trillionaire in the wake of damning reviews
· Andrewpulver
Germany fans in need of hope as prospect of Klopp looms
Klopp has been working as a pundit for German TV at the World Cup
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BBC and CNN behind RT’s success – editor-in-chief
Years of “lies” by Western broadcasters such as CNN and the BBC drove audiences to RT in search of an alternative source of information, Editor-in-Chief Margarita Simonyan has said.
· RT
Doubt that Elon Musk ‘earned’ his trillion? Rightwing media says you’re in an ‘impotent envy cult’
The lovefest from Musk’s conservative fans completely overlooks the unscrupulous tactics behind his immense wealth
· Arwa Mahdawi
The dubious Dr. Hollywood: 5 celebrity health claims that have been debunked
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· Patrice Peck
Indonesia sentences Gojek founder to 10 years for graft over procurement of school laptops
Fomer Education Minister Nadiem Anwar Makarim, center, who is also the co-founder of ride-hailing and payment giant Gojek, talks to the media after his sentencing hearing in a Google Chromebook laptop procurement corruption case, at the Corruption Court in Jakarta, Indonesia, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Tatan …
· Niniek Karmini
The original Moana: did a 1926 documentary give birth to a 21st century Disney blockbuster?
Long before the 2016 hit animation and its forthcoming live-action remake came a pioneering silent film that established a whole new genre
· Christian Kriticos
Chris Martin’s lost James Bond theme goes on auction with unheard Coldplay tapes
Acoustic recording of a song titled The World Is Not Enough included in wide-ranging auction featuring formative Coldplay recordings
· Ben Beaumont Thomas
It’s a love story – or is it? The surprising conflict and chaos in Taylor Swift’s songs about commitment
A pop superstar widely perceived as a romantic has in fact mostly written love songs troubled by strife, ghosts and delusion. Ahead of her wedding, we strip away the gossip to see what Swift-as-songwriter has spent 20 years telling us
· BD McClay
‘A relay of love’: China court names Shanghai man mentally ill neighbour’s guardian in city first
Ren, 71, says caring for the 56-year-old is his responsibility, and after him, his daughter will take over
· Zoey Zhang
‘A relay of love’: China court names Shanghai man neighbour’s guardian in city first
Ren, 71, says caring for the 56-year-old is his responsibility, and after him, his daughter will take over
· Zoey Zhang
Who is Kate Tolo, Bryan Johnson’s girlfriend and fellow biohacker?
From fashion industry insider to longevity evangelist … Kate Tolo is the Australian-Bosnian Blueprint co-founder dating the Don’t Die star
· Varvara Rodchenko
Meet the woman who wants to be ‘the female Bryan Johnson’
From fashion industry insider to longevity evangelist … Kate Tolo is the Australian-Bosnian Blueprint co-founder dating the Don’t Die star
· Varvara Rodchenko
The Invite review – Seth Rogen adds zest and bite to fruity dinner party comedy
Olivia Wilde directs and stars alongside Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton in bizarrely moving tale, with Rogen’s levity keeping the outrageous plot points in check
· Peterbradshaw
Kash Patel draws flak for posting FBI case details on social media ‘to make himself look good’
FBI veterans believe director may have flouted legal rules by prematurely divulging details of UFC attack plot inquiry
· Roberttait
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ is now streaming — Here’s how to watch at home
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· Angela Tricarico
FCC should scrap ABC’s TV licenses, media watchdog says, alleging partisan bias
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· Taylor Herzlich
Lily Allen defends tour after some fans criticise show length
The West End Girl tour sees Allen perform songs from the album inspired by her divorce
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Foreign digital army behind pro-One Nation posts flooding social media
An army of foreign influencers supporting Pauline Hanson on social media could be the first example of Indonesian “buzzers” being deployed on Australian politics.
· Dan Nolan
Officially uncancelled? Louis C.K. returns with Netflix special
If you open Netflix today, you might be surprised to see a new stand-up special from Louis C.K. pop up in your queue. While the award-winning comedian has been steadily producing work and touring over the past decade, Louis C.K.: Ridiculous represents his official return to streaming since being dropped by major pro…
· Meg Watson
Kurdish rebels clash with IRGC in major border escalation: Is a new insurgency brewing? - analysis
In recent days, Iranian security forces have been killed in several clashes. Iraq’s Shafaq News noted on June 30 that “four Iranian security personnel were killed and several others injured in two separate armed attacks in western and northwestern Iran on Tuesday, local media reported.”
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Matt Damon to make Korea visit for 'The Odyssey'
Academy Award-winning actor Matt Damon is coming to Korea this summer as part of the global premiere tour for "The Odyssey," People magazine reported Sunday.
· Cha Min-jung
Yoo Ah-in, Ryu Jun-yeol in talks with Galaxy Corp.: report
Actors Yoo Ah-in and Ryu Jun-yeol are reportedly in discussions with Galaxy Corp., the entertainment company best known as the agency of G-Dragon, over potential exclusive contracts.
· Kim Jae-heun
Why the last Iran nuclear deal still threatens the next one
U.S. Vice President JD Vance speaks to members of the media after the U.S. and Iran held high-level talks near Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 22. © AP
· Vali Kaleji
Buffett delays annual donation to Gates Foundation pending review of Jeffrey Epstein ties: WSJ
Veteran investor Warren Buffett has held off on his usual donation to the Gates Foundation while awaiting the outcome of a review into the foundation's ties to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, The Wall Street Journal reported Monday.
· Lim Hui Jie
Not a Pretty Picture review – Martha Coolidge’s recreation of her rape remains shockingly powerful
Fifty years after its release, Coolidge’s dramatisation of the key moments before and after her rape is still absolutely essential
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International Freak by M Syd Rosen review – the British Timothy Leary
Robin Farquharson was a prize-winning game theorist, anti-apartheid activist and countercultural chaos merchant
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From developing photos in a toilet to a viral Messi shot: 40 years shooting the World Cup – video
From taking the photo that became the most-liked post on Instagram as of recording, to developing film in the stadium toilets, legendary World Cup photographer Shaun Botterill speaks with Guardian Australia's picture editor, Carly Earl, about how capturing the World Cup has changed throughout his 40-year career
Social media calculator: How much of your life is spent on social media?
Every year on June 30, people around the world mark Social Media Day, a date set by the digital-media website Mashable in 2010 to recognise the growing role of these platforms in global communication.
· Marium Ali, Amr Alkazaz
Massive fire at Haldia Petrochemicals' plant in India, several workers injured, local media says
A massive fire broke out in a naphtha-carrying pipeline at Haldia Petrochemicals' plant in India early on Tuesday, local media reported.
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F4 star Vanness Wu surprises fans with marriage announcement
MANILA, Philippines — Vanness Wu has revealed that he has remarried, sharing the news with fans through a social media post just days after performing in Manila with his fellow F4 members.
· Iza Iglesias
Louis CK: Ridiculous review – the troubled comedian returns … with a whimper
The fallen star, who was accused of sexual misconduct in 2017, is back in a Netflix special which has its moments but not enough of them
· Jesse Hassenger
Train reads: 11 compact books to take on short journeys | The National
Etihad Rail’s first passenger route between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah will give travellers about one hour and 45 minutes on board – enough time to settle into the right book.
· William Mullally
Yes, this Legally Blonde prequel is completely unnecessary, but it’s also so much fun
I should have known better than to underestimate Elle Woods, but Amazon’s prequel series to Legally Blonde took me by complete surprise.
· Jared Richards
Hyundai Steel holds first Innovation Festival
Hyundai Steel said Tuesday it held its first Innovation Festival at its training center in Dangjin on June 16, bringing together employees to showcase key improvement projects from across the company.
· Jeon Ji-woo
Meet new faces powering K-dramas' 2026 global surge
From breakout stars to streaming sensations, 6 actors define K-drama boom of 2026
· Lee Yoon-seo
Chungbuk-Transportation University consortium faces loss of Glocal status
Changwon-Lift consortium earns top grade in regional university review
· Lee Seung-ku
Queenie Is Working On It by Candice Carty-Williams review – a smart sequel to a breakout bestseller
Queenie’s ticking biological clock drives her chaotic misadventures in this sage and funny follow-up
· Shahidha Bari
Oura Ring 5 review: a stunning generational leap for smart rings
Slimmer, longer lasting and much easier to live with, new Oura sets a very high new bar for health-tracking wearables
· Samuel Gibbs
‘He’d been wounded deeply’: the wild photographic life of Ed van der Elsken – in pictures
View image in fullscreenWoman at the annual fair at Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam, 1963Ed van der Elsken (1925–1990) is one of the most prominent and influential postwar photographers to emerge from the Netherlands, with a career spanning more than 40 years. Ed van der Elsken Up Close is at Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, until 13 …
Executioner review – sleazy MP hams it up with sex worker in darkly comic blackmail thriller
Based on actor-director Peter Benedict’s own play this tiny-budget thriller has the feel of a stagey recording as the double-crosses pile up higher than an MP’s promises
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