Wednesday 28 October 2026

Is The Guardian biased? Our lean rating

Lean LeftThe Guardian: Lean Left

Based on: Media Bias/Fact Check

Owned by: Guardian Media Group (Scott Trust)

Coverage in the last 30 days

  • The Guardian reported on 691 stories we covered.
  • 9% of those were Blindspot stories, covered mostly by one side.
  • Topics it covered most: Politics, Sports, World.

Recent stories with The Guardian

Politics · Canada · 2 h ago

Canada-EU summit drops 'associate member' language

The European Union and Canada have removed 'associate member' from their joint summit declaration. The change follows objections from several EU countries over legal uncertainty and precedent concerns.

World · Spain · 2 h ago

High-speed train collision in Spain kills at least 68 people

Two high-speed trains collided near Urda in Toledo province, Spain, killing at least 68 people and injuring many others. The crash has raised concerns about rail safety on a line that has seen multiple fatal accidents this year.

Sports · United States · 3 h ago

Ernie Johnson to step down from Inside the NBA after 37 years

Ernie Johnson, host of Inside the NBA for 37 years, will leave the show at the end of the current season. The move follows his announcement on social media, citing a desire to spend more time with family.

Politics · Brazil · 3 h ago

Flavio Bolsonaro arrives in Miami after fleeing Brazil

Flavio Bolsonaro, the defeated Brazilian presidential candidate, arrived in Miami after leaving Brazil via Argentina and Ecuador. His departure follows a Supreme Court order to surrender his passport amid a money laundering investigation.

Politics · United States · 3 h ago

Trump to roll back methane rules for oil and gas industry

The Trump administration announced plans to terminate Biden-era regulations requiring oil and gas companies to reduce methane emissions. The move is expected to lower energy costs and boost domestic production, but critics warn of increased climate risks.

Politics · United States · 3 h ago

Ramaswamy's ad featuring Acton's mother sparks backlash in Ohio race

Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign in Ohio aired an ad featuring his opponent Amy Acton's estranged mother, challenging Acton's account of childhood abuse. The ad has drawn widespread criticism, including from within his own party, over its handling of trauma and personal history.

Politics · Brazil · 3 h ago

Lula wins fourth term in Brazil election comeback

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won a fourth term as Brazil's president after a dramatic comeback from behind in the first round. His victory is seen as significant for democracy, the Amazon, and global climate efforts.

Business · United States · 3 h ago

Elon Musk explores merging Tesla and SpaceX

Elon Musk has proposed merging his companies Tesla and SpaceX, citing strategic benefits amid AI and space ambitions. The potential deal, which requires shareholder approval, could reshape major tech and aerospace sectors.

Politics · United Kingdom · 3 h ago

Student-led movement ends Vucic's 14-year rule in Serbia

Serbia's student-led movement won a historic parliamentary election, ending Aleksandar Vucic's 14-year dominance. The outcome marks a major political shift and raises expectations for reforms and closer ties with the EU.

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