English councils spent record share of core funding on social care in 2025–26
The Guardian calculated that adult and children’s care took 71.9% of combined core spending by English councils with care responsibilities, with 16 councils above 80%.
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Jack Hinshelwood and Youssoufa Moukoko take different paths in five-year review
The Guardian’s review of its 2021 Next Generation selections finds contrasting careers for two former prospects, while cautioning against treating an early breakthrough as a...
MIT study finds two routes by which lung tumors resist a KRAS inhibitor
Mouse tumors either restored growth signaling or changed tumor type after treatment with sotorasib. Earlier patient samples showed a similar change, but no new treatment has...
Andrew Bailey calls for rigorous AI testing before formal regulation
The Bank of England governor says advanced AI systems need testing before and after deployment, with safeguards that allow people to intervene when risks emerge.
Greggs proposes four UK factory closures, putting about 740 jobs at risk
The bakery chain says it will consult workers and unions on manufacturing changes at sites in England and Scotland, alongside possible changes in Wales.
UK second-quarter GDP growth revised up to 0.5% as services strengthen
The Office for National Statistics raised its April–June growth estimate from 0.4% to 0.5%. A separate Bank of England assessment warned that financial risks have increased...
Photoworks Festival 2026: From fighting fish to Ecuadorian midwives in Brighton and Hove
The photography festival opens on 2 October under the theme ‘Un/Stable: Lands, Anxieties, Dreams’. Selected works explore care, ecology, migration and memory.
Andy Burnham says rejoining the EU is among options Britain should examine
The prime minister named the current arrangement, a customs union, the single market and full EU membership as possible paths, while saying each needs scrutiny.
Mars Year 39 begins at the planet’s northern spring equinox
The European Space Agency places the start of the new Martian year at 08:16 UTC on 30 September 2026. A NASA planetary calendar gives the more precise time of 08:16:26 UTC.
Micah Richards says Manchester City verdict left him ‘absolutely devastated’
The former City defender described the effect of the financial rules verdict on supporters as the club prepares to challenge the commission’s findings.
IllustrationMicah Richards ‘devastated’ by Manchester City verdict: what the medals debate means
Richards has defended his Manchester City achievements while describing his distress over the financial findings. Roy Keane’s separate medals comment is an opinion, not a...
Greta Garbo appears in AI-made SKF advert as relative considers future film roles
A relative who helps manage Garbo’s legacy says he is open to considering an AI film appearance after seeing her recreation in a Swedish industrial campaign. No film project...
The Swan documentary reunites contestants to revisit the 2004 makeover show
Erin Lee Carr’s new film brings former contestants and producers back to The Swan, with participants describing isolation, surgery and a pageant they say was disclosed only...
Why Andy Dalton is trending: the interception and Jalen Hurts’ reaction explained
Dalton’s only pass against Chicago ended in an interception while Hurts underwent a concussion evaluation. Here is the sequence—and what both quarterbacks said afterward.
Cornwall Insight forecasts £1,999 typical energy bill from January
The forecast would put the annualised bill for a typical dual-fuel household in Great Britain £276 above the October cap. Ofgem has yet to set January’s rates.
Olivia Colman’s grey curls draw attention at Wicker’s Zurich premiere
The actor appeared alongside Alexander Skarsgård with long, side-swept curls. Beauty coverage praised the look, but how it was created remains unconfirmed.
Jaida Parker joins 946: the WWE Raw car stunt and alliance explained
Parker left Raw with Royce Keys after the closing parking-area stunt. Her opening appearance and history with OTM help explain the reveal.
City Museum opens Itty Bitty gallery with St. Louis artists’ miniature work
A 1:12-scale gallery inside a third-floor curio cabinet features local art and small references to the St. Louis museum itself.