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Number of billionaires globally could reach 4,000 in next five years
ByLauren Almeida April 23, 2026

There are now 3,110 billionaires but analysis shows ‘deep structural acceleration’ in wealth creation around worldThe number of billionaires in the world could reach nearly 4,000 by 2031, figures suggest, as the super-rich accumulate wealth at an accel…

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Stabbings, kidnap threats and arson attacks: how the Iranian regime targets UK journalists
ByTom Levitt, Deepa Parent and Maryam Foumani April 19, 2026

Staff at outlets critical of Tehran have faced chilling intimidation and violence, amid calls for greater protection and supportIranian journalists working in London say they fear for their lives after a recent spate of threats and physical attacks, wh…

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‘Whatever life throws at us, we don’t walk alone’: how a London synagogue attack birthed an act of solidarity
ByEsther Addley April 18, 2026

After the attempted arson attack on a London synagogue, communities remain determined that ‘building higher walls’ will not stem rising tide of antisemitism“How good and how wonderful it is when friends sit together,” reads a quote from the Psalms pain…

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The week around the world in 20 pictures
ByJim Powell April 17, 2026

Crisis in the Middle East, Russian strikes in Kyiv, Orthodox Easter and Karol G at Coachella – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalists Continue reading…

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Sanctions don’t result in regime change. Whether against Iran or Russia, western countries need shrewder tactics | Simon Jenkins
BySimon Jenkins April 17, 2026

Dissent cannot take hold in soil rendered barren by emigration and embargo. Political opposition needs academic and cultural exchange if it is to prosperThe chancellor of the exchequer and the IMF agree. Britain’s economy is about to take its greatest …

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UK to call for end to Sudan bloodshed at Berlin talks on third anniversary of war
ByMark Townsend April 14, 2026

British aid to double as 19m people face acute hunger, but summit unlikely to end conflict amid Saudi-UAE tensions The British foreign secretary, Yvette Cooper, will urge Sudan’s warring parties to “cease bloodshed” during a major conference on Wednesd…

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The week around the world in 20 pictures
ByJim Powell April 10, 2026

Crisis in the Middle East, Russian shelling in Ukraine, Artemis’s lunar flyby and World Press Photo winners – the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalistsWarning: this gallery contains images some readers may find distressing…

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Israel’s attacks on Lebanon should not be happening, says Keir Starmer
ByPeter Walker and Jamie Grierson April 9, 2026

In article for Guardian, PM also calls for Iran conflict to become watershed moment for future UK securityThe Iran war is a warning: Britain must build resilience – at home and with our allies in EuropeIsrael’s continued attacks on Lebanon “shouldn’t b…

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Son of British couple detained in Iran calls on Starmer to press for their release
ByGeneva Abdul April 9, 2026

Joe Bennett says ceasefire presents ‘very opportune moment’ to raise case of his parents, Lindsay and Craig ForemanMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe son of a British couple detained in Tehran on espionage charges has called on Keir Starmer to priori…

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Zack Polanski calls for UK to withdraw trade agreement with Israel after strikes on Lebanon
ByAlexandra Topping Political correspondent April 9, 2026

Green leader says PM should impose tougher sanctions on Israel and accuses country of acting in ‘completely uncontrolled way’UK politics live – latest updatesZack Polanski has called on the government to tear up the UK-Israel trade agreement, after the…

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