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Curzon cinema chain bought by US owners of Poundstretcher

The British arthouse cinema chain Curzon has been acquired by the US investment firm that owns Poundstretcher and Majestic Wine.

Wild birds still in decline despite nature promise

Wild bird numbers are falling in the UK despite promises by the government to halt nature decline by 2030.

Teenage girl killed by car on M5 shortly after fleeing police vehicle

A teenage girl who was killed by a car while on foot on the M5 had fled a police vehicle before she was struck, it has emerged.

'His Voice will resonate for generations': Frank Auerbach dies aged 93

Frank Auerbach, the artist who arrived in Britain as a Jewish refugee fleeing Hitler's Germany and went on to become one of the most significant figurative painters of the postwar era, has died aged 93.

The work Supremely modern art made with fury for life

When I found out Frank Auerbach was dead, I thought once more of the heartbreaking story of his parents, Max Auerbach and Charlotte Nora Borchardt, who saved his life by putting their child on a train from Berlin to London in 1939.

'Toxic' culture at east London council leads to oversight from minister

Inspectors have uncovered a \"toxic\" and secretive culture at an east London council, with decision-making dominated by the inner circle of the local mayor, Lutfur Rahman, according to an official report.

Less than half of over-40s in England get NHS 'midlife MOT'

Less than half of people over the age of 40 in England are getting the heart health checks they are entitled to, according to the government's spending watchdog.

Sue Gray declines job offer after warnings No 10 would rescind it

Sue Gray has decided not to take up the post of nation and regions envoy after it became clear Keir Starmer was planning to withdraw his offer, the Guardian understands.

What next? How a new archbishop is chosen

How does the archbishop step down?

'Highly likely' John Smyth continued to abuse boys in South Africa - review

The evangelical Christian barrister John Smyth is believed to have abused as many as 130 boys and young men in the UK, Zimbabwe and potentially other African countries, but an independent review has said there remains little concrete information on his time in South Africa.

Bishops Who's in the frame to take the C of E's top job?

Justin Welby's resignation will trigger a search for the 106th archbishop of Canterbury, a role that combines moral and spiritual leadership, ceremonial duties, a seat in the House of Lords, oversight of Anglican churches in more than 160 countries, and the day-to-day management of a large but declining English institution.

Analysis Why archbishop chosen for his managerial skills had to go

In earlier times it used to be more straightforward: archbishops of Canterbury used to get it in the neck from the king, like Thomas Becket and William Laud, or at the hands of the mob, such as Simon Sudbury, who was killed during the Peasants' Revolt.

The Booker judges are unanimous: Harvey's Orbital is out of this world

Orbital by Samantha Harvey, the only British writer shortlisted this year, has won the 2024 Booker prize, the UK's most prestigious prize for fiction.

Dip in supply: taramasalata off the menu after strike at factory

When some UK supermarkets removed the lids from tubs of hummus, there were complaints from shoppers. But for many, the latest dip problem is arguably worse - a nationwide shortage of taramasalata.

Police did not protect MP during election, Labour report says

Police failed to intervene when the family of the justice secretary, Shabana Mahmood, and her supporters faced intimidation during this year's general election campaign, Labour has told the elections watchdog.

Welby's 'sorrow' as he quits over church abuse scandal

Archbishop bows to pressure over handling of C of E investigation

NHS fury at Streeting's trust league table plans

Wes Streeting plans to publish a football-style league table of the best and worst performing hospitals, prompting fury from NHS bosses and staff at struggling trusts being \"named and shamed\".

FTX files $1.8bn lawsuit against Binance and its former CEO

The collapsed cryptocurrency company FTX is suing Binance and its former CEO Changpeng Zhao, alleging that $1.8bn was \"fraudulently transferred\" by FTX management to Binance and its executives.

Ref's video nasty Coote suspended for foul-mouthed Klopp tirade

The Premier League referee David Coote has been suspended after video footage emerged of him calling Jürgen Klopp a \"German cunt\" and Liverpool \"shit\".

Van Nistelrooy leaves United as Amorim checks in

Ruud van Nistelrooy has left his role as assistant coach after the arrival of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United.

Merino backs Arsenal to stay in title race after 'difficult few weeks'

Mikel Merino insists Arsenal will thrive on the pressure of their bid to win the Premier League and has cited the late push in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Chelsea as evidence of their character.

Robertson not worried after being 'written off' by some

Andy Robertson has said he had a point to prove in Liverpool's win over Aston Villa having been \"written off\" for the first time in his storied Anfield career.

Unfamiliar City woes make this Guardiola's trickiest challenge

The champions struggling in the autumn is nothing new but the root of this season's problems appear different

Coote's mindless rant undermines trust in referees - he can have no complaints over the consequences

There is lots I do not want to know about the video featuring the Premier League referee David Coote.

'Proud father' Gil Gomes reveals a unique family tale

Angel Gomes's dad recalls his own remarkable football journey which took him from Angola to Salford via Hendon

Foden and Palmer among eight England dropouts

Lee Carsley has been rocked by an extraordinary eight withdrawals from his England squad to face Greece and Republic of Ireland in the Nations League, Phil Foden an unexpected name on the absentees list where he joins his Manchester City teammate Jack Grealish.

Ruthless Ruud catches Alcaraz cold in Turin

Carlos Alcaraz made a stuttering start to the ATP Finals in Turin as he suffered a shock first career defeat to the world No 7 Casper Ruud.

They're still human': Freeman vows England will take fight to Boks

The England wing Tommy Freeman has insisted that all-conquering South Africa are only human and vowed Steve Borthwick's side will take the fight to the Springboks on Saturday.

'I was seen as an odd person who liked cricket. I felt like an outcast'

The big interview Jimmy Anderson The country's greatest bowler on how cricket saved him from loneliness as a teenager, Bazball, and why his wife, Daniella, is still mad at England

Panini hunger Rocketing interest in sticker albums shows true potential of women's game

Gripped in the pocket of my Adidas joggers was a little stack of stickers with an elastic band around it.