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Guardian deletes a hantavirus story after clarifying that remarks cited by Spain’s health secretary referred to a separate, unconfirmed case, not the French evacuee who tested positive for hantavirus; the piece had described doctors onboard treating her symptoms as stress or anxiety.
The Guardian invites readers to nominate their top three novels published in English for its 100 Greatest English-Language Books feature, joining a poll of 172 authors, critics and academics who ranked the titles; submissions can be anonymous and encrypted, and data will be used solely for the feature with publication preferences optional.
Guardian reviewers say Alito’s claim that Black turnout exceeded White turnout in Louisiana and nationwide rested on a DoJ analysis that used the total voting-age population (including ineligible voters) rather than the citizen voting-age population, inflating turnout. When recalculated with citizen voting-age population, Black turnout only exceeded White turnout in 2012 Louisiana; experts warn the DoJ method and cherry-picked years misrepresent progress on voting rights and highlight that the Shelby County v. Holder decision coincided with a widening turnout gap.
BRINC unveiled the Guardian, a Starlink-connected police drone that can reach over 60 mph, fly for more than an hour, and autonomously swap batteries from a charging nest. It carries payloads including Narcan and other life-saving gear, features dual 4K imaging with long-range zoom, and aims to rival police helicopters as a 911-response tool, though some analysts say its impact may be incremental rather than revolutionary.
A Guardian cartoon by Stephen Lillie marking the fourth anniversary of the Ukraine war offers visual critique of the conflict and its main players, including Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as the war continues to shape Europe.
A German-Israeli IDF sniper has filed a defamation suit against The Guardian and several German outlets for publishing his name and photo in a war-crimes story, alleging misidentification and manipulation of an interview in which the soldier didn’t intend for public release. The Guardian reportedly removed mentions after legal action, while German courts issued an interim injunction against Abendzeitung to stop publishing defamatory statements about a different individual linked to the case. The action highlights risks of doxxing and antisemitism-driven media coverage, with complaints filed by human rights groups and demands for compensation.
Archaeologists uncovered a 600 CE Zapotec tomb in San Pablo Huitzo, Oaxaca, revealing exceptionally preserved wall murals, guardian figures, and calendrical glyphs that illuminate elite ritual space and social hierarchy; found amid illicit excavation concerns, the site is under INAH oversight with conservation work ongoing and restricted public access.
A visual summary of the week's major events around the world through 20 pictures, provided by Guardian News & Media.
NASA's experimental GUARDIAN system detected atmospheric disturbances caused by a tsunami from a Russian earthquake in real time, providing 30 to 40 minutes of warning before the waves reached Pacific coastlines, demonstrating its potential to enhance early tsunami warning systems.
Actor Noel Clarke's libel case against The Guardian was dismissed, with the court ruling that the newspaper's allegations of sexual misconduct were substantially true and in the public interest. Clarke denied the accusations, but the judge found the evidence against him credible, emphasizing the importance of investigative journalism and the voices of the women involved. Clarke expressed disappointment and loss, while the Guardian defended its reporting as thorough and responsible.
UnitedHealthcare has filed a defamation lawsuit against The Guardian, accusing the publication of publishing false information to capitalize on the killing of its former CEO, while The Guardian defends its reporting as well-sourced and factual.
The Guardian has confirmed the sale of its sister newspaper, The Observer, to Tortoise Media. This acquisition marks a significant shift in the media landscape, as Tortoise Media expands its portfolio with the addition of the historic publication.
Journalists at The Guardian and The Observer are striking to protest the planned sale of The Observer to Tortoise Media, a small digital startup. The strike aims to slow the sale process, which journalists argue could harm the historic brand. The Observer, the world's oldest Sunday newspaper, is being sold by the Scott Trust, which owns the Guardian Media Group. The sale has been criticized by former editors and union employees, who fear it could undermine the paper's legacy and financial stability.
The Guardian has decided to stop posting on Elon Musk's social media platform, X, citing concerns over "often disturbing content" such as far-right conspiracy theories and racism. The decision was influenced by the platform's handling of the US presidential election coverage. Despite withdrawing its official accounts, the Guardian will allow individual reporters to use X for newsgathering and will continue to embed X posts in its reporting. This move follows similar actions by other organizations like NPR and PBS, which have also distanced themselves from the platform.
The Guardian is preparing to intensify its journalistic efforts to hold Donald Trump accountable as he potentially returns to office, emphasizing the threat his presidency poses to press freedom and democracy. The publication highlights the need for independent, well-funded journalism to counteract Trump's history of undermining the media, and calls for public support to maintain a free press.