A critical global deficit of nearly one million midwives is driving up intervention rates and poor care, risking millions of lives. Urgent investment is needed to strengthen health systems.
A Wolverhampton Wanderers fan's gift to the Pope sparks a theological debate on prayer and divine intervention in football. Can God fix a match? Read the analysis.
A damning report reveals UK postnatal care is failing women due to severe underfunding and staff shortages. New mothers face a 'postcode lottery' of support. Urgent government action is needed.
As protests continue in Iran, Sky News' podcast hears from Iranian-American activists on their hopes for US intervention and the future of their homeland. Listen to the full episode.
Donald Trump says Iran's regime could collapse amid protests, as the Pentagon prepares military options. The US and UK withdraw personnel from Qatar. Read the latest.
Shocking data reveals a 20% increase in UK maternal mortality since 2009, with stark inequalities persisting. Experts call it an 'absolute tragedy'. Read the full report.
Former US President Donald Trump threatens military intervention in Iran, sparking oil price fears. UK and allies condemn violence but rule out action. Read the latest analysis.
Analysis of how Donald Trump's aggressive foreign and domestic actions in early 2026 may be a deliberate strategy to shape the US midterm and 2028 presidential elections. Read the full investigation.
As Iran's regime cracks down, Owen Jones argues that Western military intervention, championed by figures like Trump, would repeat catastrophic mistakes in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya. Support the protesters, not another war.
Iran's foreign minister states the nation is not seeking war but is ready, as Trump considers military options following deadly crackdowns on protesters. Share your story.
As Trump weighs military action against Iran, UK security analysts warn it could unite Iranians against the US and lead to a dangerous power vacuum. Discover the potential consequences.
A mother's laundry day discovery about pocket disparity sparks a wider discussion on the history and politics of women's clothing design. Read her take on maternity wear and functionality.
As Iran's protest death toll rises, Trump faces conflicting advice on intervention. Experts warn US action could backfire, entrenching the regime. Full analysis.
A US-based rights group reports over 500 killed in Iran's anti-government protests. President Pezeshkian accuses 'terrorists' of chaos as US and Israel discuss intervention. Read the latest.
Iranian authorities arrest key protest figures as unrest enters second week. US President Trump threatens intervention, sparking a war of words with Tehran. Over 100 reported killed.
Analysis: Donald Trump's military intervention in Venezuela, aimed at seizing oil reserves, reflects an outdated economic strategy that may weaken US global standing and innovation.
Iran warns of attacks on Israel and US bases if Washington intervenes in its internal crackdown on protests, raising fears of a wider conflict. Read the latest developments.
FARC dissident leader 'Ivan Mordisco' urges rebel groups to unite against potential US action, following alarming comments from Donald Trump. Explore the fragile peace and rising tensions.
A week after the US capture of President Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela remains gripped by fear. Experts warn of a 'more convenient dictatorship' as the old regime consolidates power under US oversight.
Leading climate advocates argue that refusing to explore all options, including geoengineering research, is a catastrophic mistake. A call for honest risk management in the face of accelerating climate change.
Official data reveals a 20% rise in UK maternal deaths, with stark inequalities persisting. The government has failed its 2025 target. Read the full analysis.
New data reveals a 20% rise in UK maternal deaths, with stark inequalities persisting. The government has failed to meet its 2025 target. Read the full report and expert analysis.
Thousands marched across Colombia, protesting Donald Trump's threats of military intervention. President Petro called rallies after Trump's comments on Venezuela and Colombia. Read more on the escalating tensions.
Analysis of the US military extraction of Nicolás Maduro and the seismic geopolitical shift. Plus, highlights from the Guardian Weekly's 9 January edition.
Analysis: The US military action in Venezuela signals a new phase in the struggle for South America's vast mineral wealth and oil reserves, with profound implications for the global energy transition and regional stability.
As the US ousts Nicolás Maduro, Cuba faces an existential threat to its crucial Venezuelan alliance. Can Havana survive the loss of oil and security support? Analysis from experts on the island's fragile future.
Exclusive Sky News investigation reveals hundreds of traumatic UK birth stories. 90% felt ignored, with long-term mental trauma and staff misconduct reported. Read the shocking findings.
The seizure of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by US forces was driven by oil, geopolitics, and domestic US politics. Explore the complex history behind this high-risk intervention.
Simon Jenkins argues the US intervention in Caracas follows a long history of American military action, despite promises of isolationism. Read the full analysis.
Nicole Garrison says she almost died following the Free Birth Society's anti-medical advice. Listen to the first episode of The Guardian's year-long investigation.