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Guardian and Observer appeal tops £250,000

More than £250,000 for charities supporting families hit by war and violence in Gaza, Ukraine and elsewhere has been raised by Guardian and Observer readers less than a week after the appeal launched.

Kate Bush joins campaign against AI using artists' work without permission

Kate Bush has called on ministers to protect artists from AI using their copyrighted works amid growing concerns from high-profile creatives and ongoing political uncertainty over how to handle the issue.

Without more money, court reform may be a struggle

The backlog of criminal cases waiting to be dealt with by crown courts in England and Wales stood at 73,105 at the end of September - a new record high.

'Unprecedented risk' to life on Earth: scientists call for halt on 'mirror life' microbe research

World-leading scientists have called for a halt on research to create \"mirror life\" microbes amid concerns that the synthetic organisms would present an \"unprecedented risk\" to life.

Charges against barrister for 'boys' club' tweets dropped

A barrister has attacked misogyny in the legal profession after a misconduct case brought against her for calling out a \"boys' club\" attitude was thrown out.

Missing American held since May is found alive in Damascus

An American citizen found in the suburbs of Damascus yesterday says he was detained after crossing into the country by foot on a Christian pilgrimage seven months ago, raising hopes for other foreign nationals missing in Syria.

US urges Syrian rebels to form 'inclusive' government

The US is mounting a new diplomatic effort in the Middle East, hoping to end the war in Gaza and to push rebels who have taken power in Syria to form a \"credible, inclusive, and non-sectarian governance\".

Tory peer faces suspension over 'Lord Poppadom' remark

A Conservative peer is facing suspension from the House of Lords for calling a British-Asian peer \"Lord Poppadom\" and touching an MP's braids without permission.

Sara Sharif's father given custody despite years of reported abuse

Sara Sharif's father was awarded custody of the schoolgirl despite being accused of abusing her siblings and mother for years, it has emerged.

Housing must take priority over nature, says Starmer

Homes must have a higher priority than nature and the environment, the Prime Minister said, as ministers outlined reforms that could allow more building on the green belt.

Tory peer faces suspension over 'Lord Poppadom' remark

A Conservative peer is facing suspension from the House of Lords for calling a British-Asian peer \"Lord Poppadom\" and touching an MP's braids without permission.

'£60 for Dolce and Gabbana': how posh panettone is fast becoming a Christmas staple

It was once the preserve of the bougie delicatessen, but panettone has fast become a British festive staple, with supermarkets reporting soaring sales and customers apparently willing to pay increasingly large sums for the Italian sweet bread.

Badenoch sparks Westminster food fight as Starmer throws sandwich shade

In a row likely to generate more debate than many of their exchanges over the dispatch box, the prime minister has hailed the humble sandwich as \"a great British institution\" after Kemi Badenoch denounced the lunchtime staple as \"not real food\".

Journalists striking for second time over proposed deal to sell Observer

Journalists at the Guardian and the Observer yesterday began a second 48-hour strike in protest at the proposed sale of the Observer newspaper to Tortoise Media, which was agreed in principle last week.

Miliband announces 'ambitious reforms' to UK energy system

Ed Miliband has pledged to bring in \"the most ambitious reforms to the country's energy system in generations\" as he presses ahead with plans to accelerate the development of onshore wind farms in England.

Some jury trials may be axed in plan to ease court backlog

Jury trials could be abandoned for some criminal cases in England and Wales under a radical overhaul proposed by ministers as the crown courts backlog hit a record high.

Arsenal investigate antisemitic posts on X

Arsenal are investigating a series of antisemitic social media posts from an account allegedly belonging to a member of their staff.

A vote without a vote The Saudi World Cup is an act of violence and disdain

The shamelessness of Fifa's process was fully on show in Zurich during a display of contempt for governance, democracy, love, hope and good sense

'Many migrant workers will die': the human cost of 2034

Millions will build stadiums and hotels but testimony suggests abuse is deeply entrenched in Saudi Arabia

Built to order What will Saudi tournament look like?

Fifa's bid evaluation report left no doubt: Saudi Arabia had put together the most convincing, highest-scoring package of all time.

Gomez 'blessed to stay at best club in the world'

Joe Gomez says he is \"blessed\" to be at Liverpool after a summer in which the prospect of leaving was real.

Vlahovic and McKennie pile on the pain for Guardiola's struggling City

Missing in action during the past six weeks: Manchester City's pizzazz. It was absent here again, in the latest moping performance that has become the odd, yet recognisable face of Pep Guardiola's formerly supreme team.

Saka doubles up to put Arsenal on the verge of qualification

It would normally be over by now, the Champions League group stage done and dusted and yet there are still two more ties for Arsenal; a test of their physicality, the depth of their reserves as well as their resolve.

Ramirez stunner steals show as Twente hit for six

Chelsea cruised to a 14th straight victory in all competitions with a crushing win over FC Twente in the Women's Champions League.

Amorim says Ashworth exit a 'bad situation'

Ruben Amorim admits sporting director Dan Ashworth's shock exit is \"a bad situation\" but the Manchester United head coach believes the club's vision remains unaffected.

Abdullah puts Blades sale on hold with eyes on promotion

Sheffield United's owner, Prince Abdullah, has put the sale of the club on hold in the hope of cashing in if Chris Wilder's side are promoted to the Premier League.

Dallaglio pays tribute to Voyce as search continues

Lawrence Dallaglio has expressed his sorrow after his former England teammate Tom Voyce was apparently swept away while crossing a flooded river, with the Rugby World Cup winner saying it has echoes of his own family tragedy.

De Pauw leaves Villa amid allegations over remarks

Robert de Pauw's departure from his role as Aston Villa's women's team manager yesterday came amid concerns regarding the way he had allegedly spoken to his players, including about their appearance, the Guardian has been told.

Jones completes treble with win in London Classic

Gawain Jones, the British and English champion, who turned 37 yesterday, completed a remarkable year of recovery from tragedy when he won the £25,000 first prize in the XTX Markets London Classic.

Fast and furious Atkinson and Carse are now the main men of England's pace attack

After another 11 wickets in the second Test in Wellington, and a combined total across the tours of Pakistan and New Zealand now standing at 39, there can be no doubt this has been the winter of Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse.