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Remembering Dolly Parton: 8 facts about the icon
Dolly Parton, one of the world's most successful artists, has died at the age of 80. Here are some important and extraordinary facts about the country music superstar.
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Science
What 'The Odyssey' can teach us about climate chaos
The Bronze Age collapse may have started with a water crisis. The droughts of today raise the unsettling question of whether it could happen again.
Science
Scientists are about to test Einstein’s gravity with exotic matter
Scientists have found a new way to create a controlled beam of muonium, an exotic atom containing a heavier cousin of the electron. The advance could allow researchers to test for the first time whether gravity acts on second-generation particles exactly as Einstein’s theory predicts. Any unexpected difference would be a major surprise and could potentially point toward new physics, including a hypothetical fifth force.
Sports
WXV series about 'turning the page' for Ireland
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand says the forthcoming WXV series represents an opportunity to start bringing on new talent with the 2029 World Cup in mind.
Politics
What you need to know about the huge donations to Reform UK
Chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman explains who's behind Reform UK's £72m in donations.
Business
Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?
World
Everything you need to know about Oktoberfest 2026
This year, AI will be used to manage overcrowded situations. Find all the numbers surrounding the fest — including the price of water!
World
Is Canada about to join the EU?
Ties between Canada and the European Union have been getting closer as trade dispute with the US continue.
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Health
Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.
Health
Assisted dying: How laws differ around the world
About 400 million people have access to some form of assisted dying - what are the policies of other countries?
Business
Complaints to watchdog about water firms soar
Many complaints were about affordability, after customers saw steep hikes to bills.
Business
UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada
Supporters of the scheme say the bank would enable governments to get cheaper loans to spend on defence projects.