For generations, support for Israel was central to Jewish-American identity. But today, amid accusations that Israel is committing a genocide in Gaza, a growing generational and political divide is reshaping views in the US Jewish community. Matthew Cassel travels to New York City – the heart of Jewish-American life – to explore how Israel’s wars across multiple fronts are challenging long-held traditions and dividing families.

Shirley Chisholm was in Congress, Led Zep played Madison Square Garden and fans took seats out of Yankee Stadium

A botched tumbler promotion on the anniversary of a pro-democracy massacre unleashed a boycott, police investigation and political firestorm

Drone strikes, mounting casualties and a distracted US president means a slow-motion victory is in doubt

The calf, nicknamed Timmy or Hope, was transported to the North Sea in rescue attempt deemed ‘inadvisable’ due to low chance of survival Rescuers have released a young humpback whale that became a national sensation after it was beached in shallow waters off the coast in Germany, although marine experts have said its chances of survival are low. The whale, variously nicknamed Timmy or Hope, was released into the North Sea off Denmark after being transported there in a water-filled barge by rescuers. Continue reading...

The rescue had unfolded with near‑perfect precision. Under cover of darkness, U.S. commandos slipped deep into Iran, undetected, scaled a 7,000‑foot ridge and pulled a ​stranded American weapons specialist to safety, moving him toward a secret rendezvous point before dawn on Sunday.

Information trickling out of Iran suggests a far deadlier crackdown on protesters than previously reported.

Columnist Greg Jericho speaks to Reged Ahmad about why the media debate over a reduced tax break for Australia’s wealthiest 0.5% is divorced from reality

Quick Takes

Experts hope the use of the headphones for mild to moderate hearing loss will reduce stigma and persuade people to test their hearing

Boosting nurses wages, increasing school funding or more tax cuts – here’s what a different fiscal approach could look like

Photographer captures 20-minute clash between birds emblematic of Canada and US amid high trade tensions

Musk claimed without evidence that Nasa’s Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were left stranded on the orbital outpost for ‘political reasons’

Much has changed in the food world but there are a few truths that still hold

Bird snapped by Newhaven wildlife sanctuary ecologist is likely a juvenile on risky 1,500km journey away from parents, expert says

As the PM struggles to emulate the Labor party greats, he would do well to learn from a rank outsider from Adelaide

It is clear in which direction the influence was being exerted when the Meta boss went to have dinner with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. He goes where the wind blows.

Politicians blaming other elements of government for their own failures is wrong – and bad for democracy

This year’s awards season kicks off with big screen frontrunners such as The Brutalist, Wicked and Conclave while on the small screen, Shōgun and The Bear lead the way

World’s richest man has been voicing support for Germany’s far-right AfD party while insulting its current leaders

As the Guardian announces the 'sale' of the 233-year-old Observer to Tortoise Media, I wave hello to my new bosses (hi!) with an investigation of their finances.