August 23, 2026

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Heathrow expansion ‘is threat to England’s largest surviving medieval barn’

Exclusive: campaigners warn 600-year-old New Barn at Harmondsworth could be ‘shaken to pieces’ by vibrationsSix hundred years after it was built, England’s largest surviving medieval timber-framed barn could now be “shaken to pieces” by aircraft vibrations, campaigners warn.The public has until 1 September to submit objections to the Heathrow airport expansion, which could threaten the survival of the New Barn at Harmondsworth, considered a remarkable example of medieval architecture.

The Guardian36 minutes ago

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Australia news live: Victorian Liberals announce plan for new appeals court to ensure tougher sentences

New court of criminal appeal would give effect to new bail and sentencing laws, opposition leader says. Follow liveDavid Farley rejects claim One Nation has no serious policies The One Nation MP David Farley has rejected claims from Liberal Andrew Hastie that his party has no serious policies, just “thought bubbles”.Those policies are there … There’s a powerful amount of work goes on it.We’re focusing on the Nom in its true form, and then we’ve got these programs that have…

The Guardian37 minutes ago

Technology

Doodle generative compositions in your browser with Musical Spirograph

I remember having a Spirograph as a kid and being obsessed with it. Its geometric patterns are hypnotic and gorgeous. I also love generative music composition. So bringing those two things together in a browser tab, I'm hooked. Musical Spirograph is a relatively simple concept. A set of points dash around the screen according to […]

The Verge8 hours ago

Technology

W. Kamau Bell has the most practical ‘most indispensable tool’

W. Kamau Bell is one of those people who has always just seemed to be there. From Totally Biased, to Politically Re-Active, United Shades of America, and We Need to Talk About Cosby, his blend of comedy, social commentary, and political activism has helped him stand out. He's won a Peabody and four Emmys, been […]

The Verge10 hours ago

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Tropical Storm Moke poised to slam into Hawaii just days after Hurricane Lala

Weather service warns of flooding and mudslides, particularly in areas strongly affected by previous stormTropical Storm Moke is poised to slam into the south of Hawaii’s islands with forecasters predicting heavy rains and strong winds on Saturday evening, just days after the region was devastated by Hurricane Lala.The tropical storm is gathering strength as it advances west, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).

The Guardian3 hours ago