The Guardian

Pioneer of ‘extreme male brain’ theory of autism now says phrase unhelpful

Exclusive: Prof Simon Baron-Cohen says his language was misunderstood and it is a myth that autistic people lack empathyThe scientist who pioneered the “extreme male brain” theory of autism has said he regrets characterising the condition in this way because the phrase lends itself to misunderstandings.Prof Simon Baron-Cohen’s theory that autistic people strongly tend towards systemising over empathising has been hugely influential in shaping the popular perception of autism over the past two de

general  Jul 5, 2026

The Guardian

Australian aged care firm accused in class action of charging residents for high teas and classes they couldn’t use

Arcare says it’s unable to comment on the federal court case in which it’s alleged it illegally charged feesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastResidents at one of Australia’s largest aged care providers have launched a class action lawsuit alleging fees for services such as high teas and exercise classes were illegally charged to clients who cannot use them due to immobility and other issues.The suit, filed in the federal court, alleges residents of more than 50 Arcare ag

general  Jul 5, 2026

The Guardian

Cutting language courses puts social mobility at risk, say UK experts

Exclusive: University moves and falling exam entries fuel concerns about opportunities for working-class pupilsCutting language courses at universities and schools risks undermining social mobility and vocational skills, former education secretaries and experts in the UK have warned.More than 70 languages academics were among 500 staff at the University of Exeter to be told last week they were at risk of redundancy as it seeks to cut 150 full-time posts, predominantly in the humanities. The anno

general  Jul 5, 2026

Washington Post World

Families of children killed in bombing of Iranian school join leader’s funeral

In Iran, the school deaths have become a symbol for U.S.-Israeli brutality and an unjust war. The Washington Post is reporting from the country under restricted conditions.

general  Jul 5, 2026

The Guardian

Nancy Pelosi’s husband could face charge after hitting parked car in California

Paul Pelosi could face misdemeanor charges over crash that left car with ‘major’ damage, authorities sayThe husband of former House speaker Nancy Pelosi was involved in a hit-and-run car crash in California that left a parked vehicle with “major” damage, authorities said on Saturday – and he could face misdemeanor charges.Paul Pelosi was driving his brown convertible on Friday in Yountville, a town in the heart of wine country, when he struck a legally parked car on the side of the road, briefly

general  Jul 5, 2026

BBC World

Nigeria says two nationals killed in South Africa amid rise of anti-migrant attacks

Nigeria's government said one of its nationals was reportedly killed by police officers "using gruesome interrogation techniques".

general  Jul 5, 2026

The Guardian

Gaza protests against two Democrats spark outcry and debate on tactics

Incidents involving California state senator Scott Wiener and New York congressman Dan Goldman underscore Israel-Palestine conflict’s role in US electionsTwo recent incidents involving US congressional candidates on opposite coasts have blown up into major controversies, underscoring how the Israel-Palestine conflict has transformed US elections – and illustrating how aggressive protest tactics can spark backlash that overshadows the issues activists meant to highlight.Scott Wiener, a gay Jewish

general  Jul 5, 2026

The Guardian

Empty reservoirs, ladybirds and sunstroke: remembering the UK heatwave of 1976

As Britain reached its hottest June temperature on record, readers recall the summer when temperatures hit 36CThe recent heatwave in the UK broke the previous June record of 35.6C, recorded during the 1976 heatwave.In Lingwood, Norfolk, a provisional temperature of 37.7C was recorded on Friday 26 June, breaking the previous record reached on 28 June 1976 and on 29 June 1957. Continue reading...

general  Jul 5, 2026

BBC World

Australia probes mystery space balls that washed up on beach

Officials are searching for the origins of six pieces of space debris discovered on Forrest Beach in Queensland.

general  Jul 5, 2026

BBC World

Iran's supreme leader absent as senior officials attend ayatollah's funeral

Ali Khamenei's son Mojtaba is conspicuously absent from his father's funeral on Sunday, amid speculation about his condition.

general  Jul 5, 2026

WSJ World News

OPEC, Allies Hike Output Again as Hormuz Traffic Starts Recovering

The fifth consecutive increase comes as the cartel continues to unwind production cuts introduced in recent years.

general  Jul 5, 2026

The Guardian

Man claiming world’s smallest penis says he’s booked enhancement surgery after public’s help

Michael Phillips says he suffers from micropenis – but he’s now fundraised enough to increase his member’s girthA US man who has staked the uncontested claim of having the smallest penis in the world says he has booked a procedure to enhance his member at least somewhat after soliciting the online public’s financial support for that purpose.In a brief interview on Saturday, 38-year-old Michael Phillips described himself as “really thankful and surprised” over the GoFundMe platform users who supp

general  Jul 5, 2026

The Guardian

British swallowtail split from European cousins much earlier than thought, study finds

Finding that Norfolk butterfly has been distinct subspecies for 200,000 years could transform conservation approachThe endangered swallowtail butterfly Papilio machaon britannicus, which is only regularly found breeding in Britain on the Norfolk Broads, has been a distinct subspecies for at least 200,000 years, according to a study.Smaller, darker in colour and much rarer than the continental swallowtail, britannicus was previously considered to have developed its distinctive form during its con

general  Jul 5, 2026

The Guardian

At least eight shot, including four children, in New York’s Coney Island

Incident took place late in the evening on Independence Day with one victim said to be in a critical conditionAt ⁠least eight people, including four children, were shot and injured during the ⁠US ​Independence Day holiday in New York City’s Coney Island neighbourhood, ABC News ⁠said on Sunday, citing the New York City police department (NYPD).Police officers responded to reports of a shooting ​at about 10:37pm on the Brooklyn neighbourhood’s West 31st Street, ‌the NYPD said in a statement to ABC

general  Jul 5, 2026

NY Times World

Mourners Chant ‘Revenge’ at Funeral Prayers for Iran’s Slain Supreme Leader

On the second day of public mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February, there was still no sign of his son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei.

general  Jul 5, 2026

The Guardian

Nigel Farage did not declare gifts from crypto entrepreneur convicted of fraud

Reform UK’s Robert Jenrick says Farage accepted staff, security and accommodation from George Cottrell before becoming an MPNigel Farage did not declare gifts and benefits provided by a crypto entrepreneur who has previously been convicted of fraud, Reform’s economic spokesperson has admitted.Robert Jenrick said on Sunday that the Reform leader had accepted staff, security and accommodation from George Cottrell, but claimed they were personal gifts provided before he became an MP and so did not

general  Jul 5, 2026

WSJ World News

NATO Is Fixing Its Cash Flow Problem. Now It Needs to Turn Money Into Munitions.

Mark Rutte said defense contractors are trying to keep pace with demand as members pump up spending.

general  Jul 5, 2026

NY Times World

Far From Kyiv and Moscow, Soldiers Stalk Ruins and Evade Drones on the Front

Ukraine’s military has denied a Kremlin claim to have taken a city in the eastern Donetsk region, saying its troops are holding out against infiltrating Russians.

general  Jul 5, 2026

BBC World

Evacuations in Guam as super typhoon Bavi approaches

The storm is forecast to bring winds in excess of 160mph and waves nearly 11m high when it makes landfall on Monday.

general  Jul 5, 2026

NY Times World

What We Saw at Ayatollah Khamenei’s Funeral

Our Middle East correspondent Abdi Latif Dahir attended the first day of funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the former supreme leader of Iran who was killed by U.S. and Israeli air strikes in February.

general  Jul 5, 2026