The Guyanese-British artist investigates echoes of empire in the British Museum’s collections. • British Museum, London, 17 October to 9 FebruaryAlso showingRirkrit Tiravanija: A Million Rabbit HolesThis renowned interactive artist turns an eye on the tense US presidential election. • British Library, London, until 23 FebruaryLauren Halsey: EmajendatSculptures that emerge from the artist’s life and activism in south central Los Angeles. • Kendall Koppe, Glasgow, until 16 NovemberImage of the weekThe annual Frieze art fair in London has had a redesign. It’s the kind of daring, obviously anti-realist colour game we might associate with modern art – but Rosso Fiorentino lived long before Matisse.

October 11, 2024 11:52 UTC

Hearts are closing in on the appointment of their new manager – with just two candidates now in the running. The initial shortlist has been cut and the final decision is now in the hands of the Tynecastle hierarchy. Both impressed in initial interviews and have been put in front of the Hearts board as part of the final process. His analytical firm will heavily influence Hearts’ recruitment policies and was heavily involved in their manager search before they took it to the interview stage. Hearts B team boss Liam Fox has stepped up to take the first team for recent games with Ross County and Aberdeen, along with the opening Europa Conference League win away to Dinamo Minsk.

October 11, 2024 11:32 UTC

Abergavenny was recently named the best place to live in Wales (The Times)As a Ministry Area we have a vision and passion to see our churches grow in this beautiful part of WalesWe are looking for a Team Vicar who:Will be an inspiring, prayerful and caring presence within the churches and communities across the ministry areaHas a genuine desire to connect and communicate with people of all ages with a passion for outreach and a vision for new ideasWill work together with a team of lay and clergy to further develop the ministry areaCan identify, nurture and use the skills of lay peopleIn return we offer:Enthusiastic, welcoming churches andA friendly, supportive and encouraging strong team of lay and ordained people who are excited about the future for the churches and communitiesA 4-bedroom bungalow in the centre of AbergavennyDiocesan colleagues (lay and ordained) who share a real desire to see our churches growWe are striving to be an inclusive diocese and would welcome applications from all suitably qualified clericsFor an informal conversation please contact Venerable Ian Rees:07983 684151 or archdeacon.monmouth@churchinwales.org.ukApplication form and full profile available at monmouth.churchinwales.org.uk/en/about-us/jobs/Applications should be submitted by email to: archdeacon.monmouth@churchinwales.org.ukClosing date for applications: 5th November 2024Interviews to take place on: 13th November 2024

October 11, 2024 11:20 UTC

THE new Dean of Manchester [Hewlett Johnson, the later “Red Dean” of Canterbury] is a moderate Modernist, and his association with the Life and Liberty Movement will doubtless commend him to Dr. Temple. This appointment is not another actual affront to the Catholic party. According to the Times, Canon Hewlett has “a leaning towards Socialism in politics”. That may perhaps account for his selection, but it does not excuse Mr. MacDonald for passing over many equally qualified Catholic priests. The Church Times digital archive is available free to subscribers

October 11, 2024 11:11 UTC

Road pricing, or pay-as-you-go charging for vehicles, may need to be introduced to fill a growing multibillion-pound hole in the national finances from the rise of the electric car. That is the warning from Sir John Armitt, the head of the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC), to the Treasury, which faces losing income on fuel taxes and vehicle excise duty, from which zero-emission cars are exempt. “Many people will say road pricing is inevitable. Personally, I don’t see why it should be any different to anything else.”Armitt, 78, had his chairmanship of the NIC extended before the Labour government set up its new National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority. Road fuel taxes and car tax together bring

October 11, 2024 09:07 UTC





I'm sure I've seen the Northern Lights before. So catching an aurora - and being sure I had - had become something of a personal crusade. READ MORE: Missed the Northern Lights? So the fact we can even witness the Northern Lights is a natural miracle. It turns out the Northern Lights are good for the soul and even though I've ticked that off my bucket list, I won't stop chasing that feeling.

October 11, 2024 08:45 UTC

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October 11, 2024 08:32 UTC

You Might Also Like: Applying for a UK Student visa? Here’s all you need to knowHow long you can stayYou Might Also Like: What is UK’s Skilled Worker visa? You can apply for a Child Student visa if you’re between 4 and 17 years old and you want to study at an independent school in the UK.If you’re 18 or over, apply for a Student visa instead. This visa has replaced the Tier 4 (Child) student visa.When you can apply depends on whether you’re applying from inside or outside the UK. If you’re 16 or over you can work:If your application is successful, you’ll get a full list of what you can and cannot do with a Child Student visa.

October 11, 2024 07:58 UTC

It’ll unveil seven world premieres from passenger car and commercial vehicle arms of Renault, Dacia and Mobilize (the group’s new mobility division). To stand out from that little lot Alpine, which is the sporty sibling in the family, had to do something special. Alpine has previously told us about its “Dream Garage” plans involving the A290 hot hatch (based on the excellent new electric Renault 5) and a new electric sports car in the vein of the existing Alpine A110 coupé. But the A390 promises to be the most practical Alpine yet and the show car has room for two in the back as well. The A390 will be pure electric of course, and there’s mention of three electric motors on board — one for the front wheels, one each for the rears.

October 11, 2024 07:38 UTC

The Daily Telegraph says the government is considering plans that could see the NHS increasingly rely on private hospitals, external to help to clear waiting lists. A government source has told the paper that unions "remain free to spend their money as they wish". "Kate dazzles," says the Daily Mail, while the Daily Mirror, external says: "Smiling, caring, hugging Kate is back." The Sun, external describes the visit as a "welcome sign of Kate's growing strength" after her cancer diagnosis earlier this year. The Inspector Rebus creator argues that some of the best crime stories ever written are under 200 pages, external - and blames computers and publishers for books becoming longer.

October 11, 2024 05:02 UTC

Some Florida residents rode out Hurricane Milton despite evacuation orders, staying in their homes after the second major hurricane in two weeks. Milton slammed into Florida as a category 3 storm, killing at least 10 people, spawning tornadoes and leaving more than 3 million homes and businesses without power

October 11, 2024 03:13 UTC

“They’ve let those people suffer unjustly,” said Trump, who has for several days promoted falsehoods about the response of President Joe Biden and emergency management officials. President Joe Biden has repeatedly slammed Trump for spreading misinformation about federal assistance available to victims, including falsely claiming that such assistance is capped at $750. They’re being so damn un-American with the way they’re talking about this stuff.”Asked if he planned to speak with Trump to urge him to stop, Biden said he wouldn’t, but followed that with a message delivered directly into television cameras: “Mr President Trump, former President Trump, get a life, man. About 4 in 10 Hispanic voters trust Trump more on the economy, and a similar share trust Harris more. When it comes to handling immigration, 45% of Hispanic voters trust Trump more and 38% trust Harris more.

October 11, 2024 02:35 UTC

Harris And Trump Enter Final Stretch Of 2024 Election Candidates ramp up strategies as they approach Election Day with tight polling and engaging voters. This intensifying competition pits Harris against Trump, both of whom have played their cards strategically as the election day draws near. Facing challenges of their own, the Harris campaign tries to outshine Trump in the public eye. For now, both Harris and Trump seem to focus on solidifying their bases and swaying undecided voters. The Harris campaign recognizes this necessity and appears to be maneuvering strategies to bridge the gap between her positions and the younger audience's expectations.

October 11, 2024 01:37 UTC

It is Mr Macdonald who is responsible for this election, and no one else. Every opportunity has been given him to clear himself and his Government from the doubts, the suspicions, and the direct accusations provoked by the still unexplained mystery of the Campbell prosecution. Did or did not Ministers influence the action of the Attorney-General in abandoning a prosecution which he had instituted? If the prosecution was justified, why do the reasons for its withdrawal remain obscure? Why have the Government

October 11, 2024 00:36 UTC

Maybe its just me, but you are not going to win many votes in Michigan by dissing its largest city. That is, however, precisely what Donald Trump did while speaking on Thursday at the Detroit Economic Club. As he was speaking about China being a developing nation, Trump said: “Well, we’re a developing nation too, just take a look at Detroit. Trump repeatedly accuses others of being stupid, but with these comments he really put his foot in his mouth and gave Democrats an opening to attack him. Lets hope that Trump’s attack on Detroit pushed some of the seing state’s undecided voters to vote for Harris.

October 10, 2024 23:35 UTC