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Saving Mauritania's ancient desert libraries from sands

The UNESCO-listed city of Chinguetti, home to priceless medieval manuscripts, battles encroaching desert sands, dwindling tourism, and regional insecurity. Discover the fight to preserve Africa's spiritual capital.

Guardian's Building Power: US Civil Rights Series

The Guardian unveils 'Building Power', an independent editorial series examining movement building and civil rights protection efforts across the United States. Explore the groundbreaking coverage now.

Somali Pirates Storm Tanker in Major Attack

Heavily armed Somali pirates have stormed a commercial tanker off the coast of Somalia, firing machine guns and grenades in the first major hijacking attempt in years, raising alarm about resurgent maritime security threats.

Louvre heist suspect: Ex-guard and social media star

A former Louvre security guard turned social media influencer stands accused of orchestrating one of the museum's most audacious art thefts, blending digital fame with alleged criminal enterprise.

Croydon's The Fold Development Faces Complete Rebuild

Exclusive investigation reveals how a flagship Croydon newbuild development faces complete reconstruction just years after completion, raising serious questions about building standards and resident safety in London's property market.

ASIO Chief: Foreign Agents Infiltrating Australia

Australia's spy chief reveals sophisticated foreign interference operations targeting universities, businesses and government institutions, warning of unprecedented threats to national security.

Airport Security Hits UK Railway Stations

Major UK railway stations are implementing airport-style security screening with metal detectors and bag searches as part of a significant counter-terrorism initiative following recent threats.

Rome's Ancient Torre dei Conti Tower Collapses

A significant portion of Rome's medieval Torre dei Conti has collapsed, sending rubble cascading into the street near the Imperial Forums. The 12th-century tower suffered catastrophic structural failure, though miraculously no injuries were reported.

Airport scanners ruled out for UK train stations

The UK government has rejected calls for mandatory airport-style security scanners at railway stations following a stabbing attack, citing practical challenges and passenger convenience.

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