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Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:55:06 GMT
Burnham to scrap digital ID to focus on cost of living in first major policy pledge
A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his government would “put its focus where people need it right now”.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:08:17 GMT
Can Burnham's casual style survive contact with No 10?
When Burnham becomes PM, he'll find it harder to wear the wardrobe that's central to his political brand.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:17:07 GMT
Andrew Tate and brother arrested in US after more charges laid against them in UK
The Crown Prosecution Service says it has requested their extradition from the US, while their lawyer says they are innocent.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:47:59 GMT
New EU border system tripling time at passport control, airport boss says
Ryanair has also warned passengers travelling to Europe this summer to prepare for extended waits.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:41:55 GMT
Woman killed while asleep with baby ‘was my world’, sister says
Kirandeep Kaur, killed as she slept with her baby and husband, leaves behind a 'devastated' family in India.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:26:02 GMT
Bruno Mars has an unexpected opening before Wembley party starts
After an eight-year absence from UK stages, Bruno Mars returned to Wembley Stadium with a polished, hit-filled show.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:46:46 GMT
Parts of UK to get break in heatwave but dry spell to continue
Cooler temperatures are on the way but the long, dry summer continues for most.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:01:10 GMT
I'll lose my bowel because my pain was dismissed until my husband spoke up
An operation left Donna Davies in constant pain but she only felt believed when her husband spoke up.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:29:25 GMT
Eight released over alleged threat to Islamic event
More people are freed from custody, as police investigate an alleged extreme right-wing threat.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:01:33 GMT
Burnham is 'people pleaser' with 'airy fairy' plans, says Kemi Badenoch
Speaking to Laura Kuenssberg, the Conservative leader accused the incoming PM of not knowing "what the country's priorities are".

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:10:20 GMT
Laos says it can't determine cause of tourist deaths linked to methanol
Officials say they have no evidence of poisoning over the 2024 deaths because autopsies were not conducted.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:02:37 GMT
Lib Dems urge FA and Uefa to withdraw from Fifa
Sir Ed Davey says Gianni Infantino and world football's governing body is "destroying the integrity of the beautiful game".

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 01:14:53 GMT
'My buyers dropped their offer by £15,000 the day before exchange': Gazundering and how to avoid it
It's a small but growing problem in the property market - here's how to protect yourself.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:31:07 GMT
'A 10-goal thriller': England fans react to 6-4 win over France
England's victory means the team finished third and secured their best World Cup result since 1966.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:13:08 GMT
Donning protective kit for a first glance at the Bayeux Tapestry
The 70m-long 11th Century embroidery is to go on display at the British Museum, after it arrived in from France last week.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:58:32 GMT
'Good day to drown a few sorrows,' says King as he pours pint
King Charles III hinted at England's World Cup semi-final loss as he poured a pint in a pub.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 22:40:05 GMT
'No regrets' - Tuchel on England's defeat by Argentina
England manager Thomas Tuchel believes his team "got too passive" after scoring first in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, which they lost 2-1 at Atlanta Stadium.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:12:23 GMT
Why some women are being driven out of the workplace by an illness
Three women describe how endometriosis has affected their careers, as an inquiry takes place.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:56:10 GMT
The honours system used to be too posh but I'm proof change is happening
Record numbers of people from poorer backgrounds are now receiving awards.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:32:48 GMT
Ruthless plotter? Flip-flopper? Dad dancer? Insiders reveal the real Andy Burnham
Who is the real Andy Burnham? Laura Kuenssberg talks to more than 20 people who know him to work it out

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:07:51 GMT
I took a month of unpaid leave to look after my daughter for the summer holiday
Like many parents, Natalie and her husband had to combine organised childcare and annual leave to cope with the six-week break.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:53:27 GMT
Motorcyclist dies after two-vehicle collision
The collision happened on the Ballymena Road at about 13:40 BST on Friday.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:58:53 GMT
Is Burnham promising a new dawn for North Sea oil and gas?
The incoming PM is expected to announce fresh support for the North Sea from day one of his premiership.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:01:10 GMT
I'll lose my bowel because my pain was dismissed until my husband spoke up
An operation left Donna Davies in constant pain but she only felt believed when her husband spoke up.

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