Readers Share Heartwarming Stories of Strangers' Kindness
Inspired by a Guardian article, readers share uplifting stories of human kindness, from returned wallets to life-saving help, proving the best of Britain's spirit.
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ECHR Questions UK on Shamima Begum Citizenship
The European Court of Human Rights has intervened in the case of Shamima Begum, questioning the UK's 2019 decision to strip her citizenship. Read the latest developments.
Couple's Tassie Holiday Saved by Kind Strangers After Accident
A Western Australian couple's dream holiday in Tasmania turned into a crisis after a mountain biking accident. Discover how the kindness of two strangers provided a lifeline and a lesson in human connection. Read their incredible story.
Guardian columnist's lost wallet returned by stranger
A Guardian columnist's wallet, lost on a London train, was returned intact by a stranger named Natalya. This story of decency challenges our collective pessimism and asks if Britain is kinder than we think.
Sydney's Bondi campaign fights terror with acts of kindness
Following the Sydney terror attack, the 'One Mitzvah for Bondi' campaign urges Australians to perform good deeds to honour victims and foster unity. Discover how communities are responding.
Boy's kindness helps pregnant mum with spilled shopping
A heavily pregnant woman's shopping disaster was saved by a kind 10-year-old boy. His small act of kindness offered hope and practical help when adults looked away. Read this heartwarming story.
Why hasn't human nature evolved with technology?
A Guardian reader asks why human morality remains primitive despite technological evolution. Explore the philosophical question and share your answer. Submit your thoughts to nq@theguardian.com.
Student's Trip Saved by Stranger's Dormitory Offer
A student unable to afford a hotel found refuge in a stranger's university dormitory. Discover how this act of kindness highlights community spirit and the cost-of-living crisis for young travellers.
Colombian family files complaint over US airstrike killing
The parents of a Colombian fisherman killed in a US airstrike have filed a formal human rights complaint. Exclusive details on the first legal challenge to Trump's anti-drug boat bombings.
Teenager executes family killer in Taliban stadium
A 13-year-old boy has carried out a public execution in Afghanistan, shooting dead the man convicted of murdering his family. Read the full report on the Taliban's return to brutal justice.
Sir Geoffrey Bindman's legacy of fighting for justice
Remembering Sir Geoffrey Bindman, the human rights lawyer who championed civil liberties and stood by the dispossessed, from Pinochet's victims to countless others. Explore his remarkable legacy.
Podcast: Is AI Making Us Stupid?
A new podcast explores whether AI tools like ChatGPT are eroding human intelligence. Listen to the debate on the future of thinking and problem-solving.
Inside the 'Scam State': A $70bn Industry's Grip on SE Asia
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale cyber scamming, generating billions, has corrupted states across Southeast Asia, creating a new era of illicit 'scam states'. Read the full report.
Scam Centres Double on Thai-Myanmar Border, UN Reports
New satellite imagery shows scam compounds in Myanmar have more than doubled since the 2021 coup. The UN warns Southeast Asia is 'ground zero' for a global fraud industry fuelled by human trafficking.
Stoppard's The Human Factor: A Budgetary Disaster
Tom Stoppard reveals how extreme budget restraints doomed his Graham Greene adaptation, The Human Factor (1979), forcing a cut of a playful James Bond dig. Discover the inside story.
Bra fitting reveals a powerful antidote to loneliness
A health journalist's quest for new bras uncovers a profound moment of human connection, highlighting how fleeting interactions can combat isolation in our digital age. Discover the importance of being 'held'.
A stranger's opera ticket creates lifetime memory
Discover how a French concierge's mother gave her opera ticket to an Australian tourist, creating an unforgettable night at Don Giovanni in Avignon that's remembered decades later.
Couple jailed for modern slavery in brothel
A couple from Smethwick has been sentenced for running a human trafficking ring, exploiting 14 women in a brothel. Learn how to spot the signs of modern slavery.
UN: Israel has 'de facto state policy' of torture
A damning UN report accuses Israel of systematic torture against Palestinian detainees, including children. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes and impunity.
Emmerdale villains Celia & Ray's worst crimes revealed
Explore Emmerdale's darkest villains yet as Celia and Ray's human trafficking, drug running and exploitation plot unfolds. Discover their shocking crimes and what's next.
1000 Women on Death Row: The Hidden Crisis
An in-depth investigation reveals the global crisis of women on death row, from the US to Iran, where abuse and injustice are ignored. Read their stories.
Two Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in West Bank
Video evidence shows two Palestinian men shot dead by Israeli forces in Jenin after appearing to surrender. Human rights groups condemn 'cold-blooded execution'.
Man jailed for enslaving eight at London car wash
Hewa Margai sentenced to eight years for modern slavery at his Mitcham car wash. Victims, including a teen, were trafficked and abused. Read the full investigation.
US Clinic Offers Genetic Trait Selection for Babies
A US clinic is offering 'genetic optimisation' for babies, allowing parents to select traits like height and intelligence. Sky News Daily explores the ethical and scientific concerns.
Car wash owner jailed for modern slavery in Mitcham
Hewa Margai, 45, imprisoned for keeping eight Romanian nationals in a squalid shed. The case was exposed by his youngest victim, a 15-year-old boy. Read the full investigation details.
American Teenager Released from Israeli Prison After 9 Months
Palestinian-American teen Mohammed Ibrahim freed after nine months in Israeli detention. Family reveals severe weight loss and scabies. Read the full story of his ordeal and ongoing concerns for Palestinian children.
Human Dog Bed £109 Off & 'So Relaxing'
Debenhams slashes £109 off a faux fur human dog bed praised for its comfort and stress relief. Discover this unique 'pet bed for humans' deal now.
Myanmar Junta Applauds US End to Protected Status
Myanmar's military regime welcomes the US ending Temporary Protected Status for its citizens, a move human rights monitors call dangerous. Discover the implications.
Sam Gregory appointed to Scott Trust Board
Human rights technologist Sam Gregory joins Guardian's Scott Trust board, bringing expertise in AI, deepfakes and digital misinformation to safeguard independent journalism.
Zuma's daughter accused of tricking men into Russia-Ukraine war
South African police investigate claims Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla recruited men under false pretences to fight for Russia in Ukraine. Learn the full story and the international implications.
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