Fiona Goddard and Ellie-Ann Reynolds criticise handling of national inquiry, which is yet to appoint a chair Keir Starmer’s national grooming gang inquiry has been left in turmoil after two survivors resigned from its oversight panel and accused the Home Office and Labour of “contempt” and “political interference” before it has appointed a chair. Ellie-Ann … Read more
Provisional cause of death for former boxing world champion given at opening of inquest in Stockport Ricky Hatton, the former world champion boxer who died in September, is believed to have killed himself, according to a provisional cause of death given at the opening of his inquest at Stockport coroner’s court. Hatton, 46, was found … Read more
In today’s newsletter: Flooding is predicted to become so bad that some towns may need to be abandoned, and it’s not even campaigners raising the alarm – but insurers Good morning. For years, whenever I read about parts of Britain being wrecked by flooding, it always felt like something distant – because until your house … Read more
The public display of artefacts looted by British colonial forces at the new Museum of West African Art was supposed to be the crowning glory of a decades-long restitution effort. What went wrong? In a corner of the new Museum of West African Art, visitors can marvel at a sample display of the cultural treasures … Read more
As the government shutdown stretches into its second week, hundreds of thousands of federal workers are not working — and more are not getting paid. The White House has thrown into question whether some will ever be made whole. Still, for the first time in awhile, Monica Gorman is upbeat. “I’m feeling energized, honestly,” says … Read more
The start of a new month often brings familiar paperwork and, lately, a shock. Across the U.S., households are finding their electricity bills climbing higher than at any time in recent years. In Pembroke Pines, Fla., Al Salvi, who’s 63 and uses a wheelchair, says he now pays close to $500 a month. “Seniors down … Read more
Democrats say extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits is urgent. Republicans say there’s plenty of time to figure it out. Democrats say extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits is urgent. Republicans say there’s plenty of time to figure it out. As the government shutdown goes on, there are a lot of mixed messages … Read more
Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning star of “Annie Hall,” “The Godfather” films and “Father of the Bride,” whose quirky, vibrant manner and depth made her one of the most singular actors of a generation, has died. She was 79. Her death was confirmed to NPR by Dori Rath, a producer of Keaton’s films. No other details … Read more
Diane Keaton, who remained one of Hollywood’s quirkiest and most beloved actors decades after her Academy Award-winning performance in the movie Annie Hall, has died aged 79. Diane Keaton, who remained one of Hollywood’s quirkiest and most beloved actors decades after her Academy Award-winning performance in the movie Annie Hall, has died aged 79. Her … Read more
The wildfire raging in central Oregon has destroyed four houses and about half a dozen other buildings, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said on social media late Sunday. The Flat fire, about 2 miles northeast of Sisters, has scorched about 22,000 acres and is now 5% contained, fire officials said. “We are deeply saddened by … Read more