What kind of EU would Britain be rejoining? ↗
Front page leadAndy Burnham has indicated a potential re-entry for Britain into the EU, but the bloc has significantly changed since 2016, particularly on issues from the far right, defence, and China.
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The Observer's front page features a mix of domestic and international news, with a focus on UK politics, including potential EU re-entry discussions, a controversial defence system, and political figures. International coverage includes stories on Iran, the US trade war with Canada, and events in…
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Badenoch's £10bn defence system shot down by experts ↗
Kemi Badenoch's plan to protect the UK with a £10bn defence system has been criticized by military experts for its lack of detail, effectiveness, and cost.
The hard question for Burnham and Badenoch is about Blair ↗
The political challenges facing Andy Burnham and Kemi Badenoch involve issues that resonate with Tony Blair's era, testing the mettle of both major party leaders.
Does quidditch have a JK Rowling problem? ↗
The real-life version of quidditch, a popular game within the LGBTQ+ community, faces scrutiny due to controversies surrounding author J.K. Rowling's views.
Simon Armitage's birds and beasts ↗
The poet laureate presents eight new poems exploring themes of birds and beasts.
Jewish Greens urge Zack Polanski to quit over anti-Zionism motion ↗
Jewish members of the Green party are calling for Zack Polanski to resign following a motion concerning anti-Zionism.
Iranians prepare for ground war ↗
Civilians in Iran are bracing for a potential ground war amidst a mass mobilization by the regime's militia.
Trump's trade war raises Democrat hopes in Maine ↗
Donald Trump's trade war with Canada is impacting logging communities in Maine, potentially benefiting Democrat candidates.
At 11, he was forced to lie about Assad’s chlorine attack; at last, he can… ↗
An individual who was compelled at age 11 to lie about an alleged chlorine attack by Assad is now able to reveal the truth.
Spain’s snap election ↗
An article analyzing the snap election in Spain.
France's student protests ↗
An article discussing the student protests in France that have taken on a violent edge.
Kemi Badenoch’s Iron Dome ↗
An analysis of Kemi Badenoch's 'Iron Dome' plan, described as poorly explained but with serious intent.
The Bolsonaro comeback ↗
An article examining the election upset by Flavio Bolsonaro, suggesting some Brazilians have short memories.
Maya Jama’s ‘villain era’ ↗
An interview with Maya Jama, who has gained attention on shows like Love Island and Celebrity Traitors.
A radical's guide to The Wind in the Willows ↗
An article about the estate that inspired The Wind in the Willows, which is being handed over to the community, challenging aristocratic ownership.
A naturalist in the age of extinction ↗
Simon Barnes describes his lifelong passion for animals amidst ongoing discussions about halting nature loss.
Katherine Rundell: ‘Napoleon’s orangutan was not made for Paris’ ↗
In her new collection, Katherine Rundell explores the secret lives and unique abilities of animals.
Simon Armitage: ‘All poetry is an attempt at conversation with people who are… ↗
Poet laureate Simon Armitage discusses how his late father influences his verse and the impact of losing the natural world.
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