Economy
War will drain the Gulf’s $6trn treasure chest
The conflict complicates life for the custodians of Middle Eastern oil fortunes
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France
Paris art enthusiast wins €1m Picasso painting in €100 charity raffle
Ari Hodara initially thought it might be a hoax after winning raffle he found out about by chance while dining out A Picasso painting worth more than €1m (£870,000) has…
US unions
‘Power in the hands of people’: union leaders push to revive ailing US labor movement
Organizers unveil new drive to reverse decline in union membership as workers seek to combat growing wealth inequalityWhat does Trump’s restrictive voter ID bill mean for US democracy? Our reporters…
Cities and development
Soaring rents and a four-hour commute: the misery of the Lagos housing crisis
The Nigerian megacity’s dynamic growth is outstripping its rental supply, and wages are not keeping up with rising costsEvery weekday before dawn, Oluwatobi Ogundipe leaves his small flat in Sango…
Smartphones
Spice Up Your Cooking Skills With Help From Your Phone
Recipe apps and artificial intelligence can give you a boost, but free tools already on your device can also assist with meal planning and preparation.
World
The human cost of the war in Sudan, three years on
The conflict, which erupted in 2023, has left behind a human toll which is "simply staggering", reports the BBC's Barbara Plett Usher.
Apple
MacBook Air M5 review: Apple’s best consumer laptop speeds up
Chip upgrade brings pro-level power, long battery life and plenty of storage, but the Air now faces real competitionApple’s latest MacBook Air is its most powerful yet, comes with double…
Economy
Presto! In Chicago, a High-End Magic Palace Appears
The entrepreneur Glen Tullman is betting people want to dress up and watch magicians in a luxury setting. Either it will work or $50 million will go poof.
vis-photo
A New Focus on Wellness for Students at the School of American Ballet
At the School of American Ballet’s new health and wellness center, bodies and minds share equal billing and everyone gets the help they need.
Economy
How to build a portfolio when bonds fail to buffer stocks
The classic hedge has fallen apart, but don’t dump it just yet
London
London has fallen to crime and feral youth? Rubbish | Letters
Responding to an editorial on antisocial behaviour in the capital, Sum Kung writes that young people are demonised, while David Hutchinson and Jacqueline Simpson respond to an article by mayor…
World
Graphic: Tracking ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has been at a near-standstill for weeks amid the Iran war, sending prices of oil and other key goods soaring.
Global development
Anger at ‘bloody unacceptable’ efforts to end Sudan’s war as conflict enters fourth year
A top UN official has criticised lack of global urgency as reports confirm the world’s largest humanitarian crisis is worseningEfforts to end Sudan’s catastrophic war have been criticised as “unacceptable”…
Health
Why did resident doctors go on strike and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute.
Global development
Sudan is not lost. Here at last is a way to break the cycle of violence in our country | Abdalla Hamdok
For three years, ceasefires have been ignored and we have descended back into chaos. Now there is a credible plan for peace on the tableFreedom, peace and justice. Three words…
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The Briton who remains in demand in NBA at 74
BBC Sport charts the remarkable career of Alex McKechnie, who left Scotland to become one of the NBA's top physiotherapists with a reputation of saving basketball careers.
Health
Doctors’ strikes can have surprising benefits – but are they sustainable?
Some hospital trusts tell the BBC previous action has seen shorter waits, faster decisions and calmer corridors.
Variety
I never realised the damage wine was doing to my body until I gave it up at 50. I dropped two dress sizes – but that’s not even the best part
They say wine is to the evening what coffee is to the morning - but what if your nightly drop is actually sabotaging your health?
Olivier awards
Eyes on the prize! Backstage at the Olivier awards 2026 – in pictures
Guardian photographer David Levene was at the Royal Albert Hall to photograph the stars and the special performances at London’s biggest night of theatreNo need for hard stares as Paddington:…
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Lowry’s ace & McIlroy feature in best shots of 2026 Masters
Justin Rose, Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry's hole-in-one all feature in shots of the tournament from the 2026 Masters in Augusta.
Asha Bhosle
Bollywood classics, rave bangers and Michael Stipe duets: 10 of Asha Bhosle’s greatest recordings
After her death aged 92, we look back on the vast and varied catalogue of one of India’s greatest vocalists, who brought actorly skill to her Bollywood playback performances• Indian…
Breakfast
Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy recipe for chilli eggs with miso beans and spinach | Quick and easy
A hearty dish that makes a great get-ahead breakfast for busy morningsMy go-to cheat ingredient for a dash of heat is White Mausu’s peanut rāyu – it has a gentler…
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Another Sunday In Hell: The brutal race that thwarts the greats
Paris-Roubaix's remains elite's sport's most volatile journey of daring and dust. And the Hell of the North is the one race legend Tadej Pogacar still can't win.
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Another Sunday In Hell: The brutal race that thwarts the greats
Paris-Roubaix's remains elite's sport's most volatile journey of daring and dust. And the Hell of the North is the one race legend Tadej Pogacar still can't win.
Politics
Your guide to who’s who in the MAHA movement
Sure, Americans know Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Mehmet Oz. But Marty Makary? Calley Means?
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The Chipping Forecast
He’s done it again! Andrew & Iain react to Rory McIlroy’s Masters win
Poverty
Iran war could plunge 32 million into poverty, says United Nations
‘Development in reverse’ taking place involving rising energy and food costs and weaker economic growthMore than 32 million people worldwide could be plunged into poverty by the economic fallout from…
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McIlroy holds nerve to win second successive Masters
Rory McIlroy holds his nerve to shoot a one-under par final round to win the 2026 Masters at Augusta, one shot ahead of Scottie Scheffler.
Artemis Program
NASA’s Artemis II Astronauts Reunite With Friends and Family After 10-Day Moon Mission
The four astronauts made an emotional return to Houston a day after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean at the end of their 10-day lunar journey.
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NASA’s Artemis follow-up mission ‘right around the corner’ after successful lunar flight
NASA targets the moon's south pole for a future base as Artemis III prepares to test critical docking maneuvers in Earth's orbit launching next year.
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Sinner beats Alcaraz at Monte Carlo ATP and returns to top spot in the rankings
The South Tyrolean champion beat the Spaniard with a score of 7-6, 6-3. The victory on clay enabled him to return to first place in the rankings, collecting a new…
Economy
America’s next Fed chair is caught in a vice
Inflation was heating up even before the war in Iran