Makerfield Byelection: Burnham vs Reform UK
Helen Pidd reports from Makerfield where Labour's Andy Burnham faces Reform UK in a pivotal byelection that could reshape British politics and Labour leadership.
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Daca renewals that once took weeks now drag on for months, causing Dreamers to lose jobs and face financial hardship under the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
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Timothy Garton Ash argues that for the UK to rejoin the EU, it must understand European perspectives and engage in marathon democratic persuasion on both sides.
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Wes Streeting campaigns for Andy Burnham in the Makerfield by-election, as Westminster speculates on a potential Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer.
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Scottish Economy Secretary Stephen Flynn says the SNP will protect oil and gas jobs while backing renewables, urging voters to back Richard Thomson in the Aberdeen South by-election.
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The BBC's decision to cover the 2026 World Cup from a Salford studio instead of an on-location set in North America has sparked outrage, with critics calling it a disgrace and demanding the licence fee be scrapped.
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French Fire Service Rescues Migrants in Channel
French firefighters rescued migrants attempting to cross the Channel near Berck as strong currents posed dangers. Around 40 people tried to board a taxi boat, with some needing rescue.
Trump's Iran War Worse Than Obama's Nuclear Deal
An analysis of Trump's war with Iran reveals it cost trillions, caused thousands of casualties, and resulted in a peace deal inferior to the JCPOA, leaving global trust in US diplomacy shattered.
Badenoch Claims Farage 'Having a Breakdown' Over Lowe
Kemi Badenoch accuses Nigel Farage of 'having a breakdown' over Rupert Lowe's Restore Britain party, amid a tight Makerfield by-election and defence spending disputes.
Minister Calls for Clarity on Under-16 Social Media Ban
Scotland's children's minister Siobhian Brown calls for more details on PM Starmer's planned social media ban for under-16s, warning against rushing without accountability for tech firms.
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Leading social media companies warn that a blanket ban on social media for under-16s could drive children into unregulated spaces, undermining safety goals.
UK Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Key Details
Sir Keir Starmer announces a ban on under-16s using social media to protect mental health. The ban, enforced by Ofcom, aims to take effect by Spring 2027, with age verification and restrictions on harmful features.
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UK Bans Social Media for Under-16s by Spring 2027
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces a full ban on social media for under-16s in the UK, effective Spring 2027, as part of a major online safety drive.
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Ireland Weighs Social Media Ban for Under-16s
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Starmer Sparks Fury on This Morning Over Social Media Ban
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Starmer Backs Burnham in Makerfield By-Election
Sir Keir Starmer supports Andy Burnham to win the Makerfield by-election but opposes a leadership contest. New polls show Burnham leading Reform's Robert Kenyon.
France Disrupts 65% of Small Boat Crossings
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces a ban on social media for under-16s, set to take effect early next year, citing concerns over children's mental health and safety.
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Under-16s banned from social media, Starmer says
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces a ban on social media for under-16s, set to take effect early next year, citing mental health concerns.
Under-16s banned from social media, PM announces
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that under-16s will be banned from social media, with the ban coming into force early next year, following Australia's lead.
Iran vs New Zealand World Cup Amid US-Iran War
Iran faces New Zealand in a surreal World Cup match amid the US-Iran war, marking the first time a team competes on soil of a host nation it is at war with.
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