Tucker Carlson to launch publishing imprint with books by Russell Brand and Milo Yiannopoulos 13. April 2026 (17:05) Former Fox News host says publishing house Skyhorse ‘looking for books that nobody else will publish’Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson is set to launch his own imprint and publish books by the likes of Russell Brand and “alt-right” commentator Milo Yiannopoulos.The imprint, Tucker Carlson Books, will be part of the US-based publisher Skyhorse. “I think most people don’t read books anymore because they’re too absorbed in all the other available media,” said Carlson, according to the Wall Street Journal. He added that those who do “tend to be disproportionately influential in policy conversations and conversations about ideas”. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Cancelled safety upgrades on Sydney light rail would have only cost $2.2m, whistleblower claims after fatal incidents 13. April 2026 (17:00) NSW government urged to investigate if transport department refused to share cost of sensors that would detect a person entering coupling areaFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe potentially life-saving safety upgrades to Sydney’s light rail, which a former Transdev employee has alleged were cancelled in order to save money, would have only cost about $2.2m, according to the whistleblower.The New South Wales government has been urged to investigate whether its transport department declined to share the cost of installing sensors that would detect a person entering the coupling area between two joined trams after a fatal incident in 2023. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Less pomp, more cosplay: Prince Harry and Meghan’s ‘faux royal’ Australian tour 13. April 2026 (17:00) Promotional events with hefty price tags are on the agenda, alongside visits to a children’s hospital, women’s homeless service and the war memorialPrince Harry and Meghan will touch down in Sydney on Tuesday for what has been described as a “faux-royal” tour that will be dramatically different from the pair’s first visit to Australia.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will visit Sydney and Melbourne during their four-day visit, while Harry will do a solo Canberra trip. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Spring flowers bloom in England after mix of hot and cold weather creates ideal conditions 13. April 2026 (16:47) Colourful tulips, hyacinths, wisteria and daffodils appear across country as gardeners prepare for showsColourful tulips, hyacinths, wisteria and daffodils have made a remarkable display across England after a short period of hot weather followed by a cold snap created excellent conditions for spring blooms.There were record temperatures last week in many parts of the UK as the country recorded one of the hottest April days in the last 80 years. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Anas Sarwar asks voters in Scotland to give Labour five years to ‘fix SNP’s mess’ 13. April 2026 (16:35) Scottish Labour leader pledges more homes and tax cuts as party tries to reverse slump in support before May electionsUK politics live – latest updatesAnas Sarwar has appealed to voters to give Labour five years “to fix the Scottish National party’s mess” as he pledged more homes, tax cuts and a smaller public sector.The Scottish Labour leader is fighting a last-ditch attempt to reverse a steep slump in support. Recent polls put Sarwar’s party third or even fourth behind the SNP, Reform and the Scottish Greens, dragged down by the UK government’s unpopularity. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Duke and Duchess of Sussex to begin Australia visit 13. April 2026 (16:19) The couple’s children will not be accompanying them on the visit which includes both charitable and commercial engagements(London News)
