Economy commissioner says Pandora papers show move is needed to ensure Covid costs are fairly sharedThe EU must respond to the revelations in the Pandora papers with a fresh clampdown on the use of shell companies by tax avoiders to ensure the costs of…
Ursus gluttonous maximus: 480 Otis wins Alaska’s Fat Bear Week contest
Beefy brown bear, missing two canine teeth, prevails in vote that compares pre-hibernation weight gain in Katmai national parkBeefy brown bear 480 Otis has been named the winner of Alaska’s popular Fat Bear Week contest, an annual competition comparing…
Noma wins world’s best restaurant as Denmark claims top two spots
Chef René Redzepi, famed for foraging techniques, claims first place for Copenhagen eateryCopenhagen has confirmed its reputation as the global dining destination of the moment after its top eateries finished first and second in the 2021 World’s 50 Bes…
A microcosm of segregated America: Michael von Graffenried’s best photograph
‘The people of New Bern liked the fact my ancestor founded their town. But the atmosphere changed when they realised I was there to show reality, not promote a touristy vision’The guy on the left is Frank Palombo, the former chief of police of New Bern…
Dubai ruler hacked ex-wife using NSO Pegasus spyware, high court judge finds
Sheikh Mohammed used spyware on Princess Haya and five associates in unlawful abuse of power, judge rules‘The walls are closing in on me’: the hacking of Princess HayaRuling in Princess Haya case raises fresh questions for Cherie Blair The ruler of Dub…
A colourful roof and giant feet: Wednesday’s best photos
The Guardian’s picture editors select photo highlights from around the world Continue reading…
Tina Turner sells rights to her music catalogue spanning 60 years
Publisher BMG takes on shares of recordings and image management of ‘queen of rock’n’roll’ in its biggest single artist dealTina Turner has sold the rights to her music catalogue spanning six decades, including hits such as What’s Love Got to Do With I…
‘We want dignity’: the vanishing craft of Kashmir’s papier-mache artists
Award-winning artist Maqbool Jan is one of a handful still practising the ancient artform, but without government help he fears it could be lostKashmir’s ancient papier-mache artworks are famous throughout the world. The art form is a staple of the lux…
Queen’s lawyers acted for politician now accused by US prosecutors
Leak reveals Farrer & Co set up offshore trust for Abubakar Bagudu before claims of corruptionSee all of our Pandora papers coverageAfter almost 70 years on the throne, the Queen has been served by 14 prime ministers and been advised by nine privat…
China could mount full scale invasion of Taiwan by 2025, island’s defence minister says
Comments come as Biden and Xi agree to stick to Taiwan agreements amid rising tension in the Indo-PacificChina will be capable of mounting a full scale invasion of Taiwan by 2025, the island’s defence minister Chiu Kuo-cheng has said, describing curren…