Burnham takes holiday after two weeks as PM
Andy Burnham is taking an overseas holiday after just over two weeks in No 10, with allies insisting the Government will continue to function normally during his absence.
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Pochettino agrees US extension through 2030
Mauricio Pochettino has agreed a contract extension with US Soccer through 2030, following a last-16 World Cup exit, with an expanded role and expected pay raise.
Trump AG Pick Wins Over Key Republican Holdouts
Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis will vote to advance Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination after resolving concerns over the anti-weaponization fund and tax audit protections.
Kemi Badenoch becomes favourite to be next UK prime minister
Kemi Badenoch has overtaken Nigel Farage to become the bookmakers' favourite for UK's next prime minister, with William Hill offering 3/1 odds.
DUP MP Sammy Wilson investigated by standards commissioner
DUP MP Sammy Wilson is under investigation by Westminster's standards commissioner over an alleged failure to declare an interest. The case opened on July 28.
Farage has open mind on Lowe peace offer but no reply yet
Nigel Farage says he has an open mind on ending the feud with Rupert Lowe, and has reached out to suggest a call, but has had no reply yet as the war continues.
Duplantis and Jackson Triumph on Opening Night of Diamond League in Shanghai
Mondo Duplantis wins pole vault as Diamond League opens in Shanghai, with Gift Leotlela, Shericka Jackson and Faith Kipyegon among the victors.
Sunak questioned Rwanda scheme costs and viability as chancellor, papers suggest
Documents show Rishi Sunak had doubts about Rwanda asylum scheme costs and effectiveness as chancellor, prompting Labour demands for transparency.
Stockport Councillors Demand Removal of England and Union Flags
Stockport councillors demand removal of England and Union flags from lamp-posts, citing racism concerns; council says flags stay unless unsafe or damaged.
Japan's first female PM: Thatcher admirer Takaichi takes office
Sanae Takaichi becomes Japan's first female PM after coalition deal, promising stimulus and a hardline agenda, with markets rallying.
Starmer refers Mandelson dossier to police and moves to strip peerage
Keir Starmer refers Peter Mandelson dossier to police and begins process to strip his peerage over Epstein emails
Arteta confirms Timber fit for Champions League final against PSG
Mikel Arteta says Jurrien Timber is fit to start the Champions League final against PSG, with Arsenal also boosted by returns for Madueke and Raya.
Family of murdered British retiree accuses UK officials of indifference
Family of Delroy Walker, British man murdered in Jamaica, criticise UK high commission's 'indifferent' response and claim they were told he wasn't 'British enough'.
Met Police Hunt 11 Suspects After Tommy Robinson Rally
Met Police seek 11 suspects after violent disorder at Tommy Robinson's 'unite the kingdom' march; eight already charged, 26 officers injured.
Spanberger makes history as Virginia's first female governor
Abigail Spanberger wins Virginia governorship, becoming the first female governor in state history after a campaign focused on living costs and public service.
Nancy Mace demands CIA release all files on Epstein and Maxwell
Republican congresswoman Nancy Mace has written to the CIA demanding the release of all files on Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Labour leadership: Kendall ally attacks Burnham and Cooper as 'continuity Miliband'
John Woodcock accuses Andy Burnham and Yvette Cooper of offering continuity with Ed Miliband's approach in the Labour leadership contest.
Abbie Chatfield to Guest Host KIIS FM Breakfast
Abbie Chatfield will guest host KIIS FM Breakfast for a week amid speculation of an audition. Ratings dip slightly as Kyle Sandilands' court case begins.
Danish PM warns Trump is serious about Greenland annexation
Mette Frederiksen says Trump is serious about taking Greenland, warning of consequences if the US attacks a Nato ally, as Greenland rejects annexation.
Starmer vows to scrap Rwanda policy 'straight away' and fund new border command
Keir Starmer pledges to scrap the Rwanda asylum scheme if Labour wins, using funds for border security and counter-terror powers.
Starmer signals cabinet role for Burnham as Streeting mulls leadership challenge
Starmer signals cabinet role for Burnham as Streeting threatens Labour leadership contest.
Trump makes unverified China election meddling claims in White House address
Trump accuses China of 2020 election meddling in televised address, prompting fears of midterm interference as critics point to lack of evidence.
Starmer Faces MPs’ Judgment Day Over Mandelson Vetting Scandal
PM faces Labour MPs after revelations he was not told Mandelson failed vetting; sacking of civil servant adds to crisis.
Scottish Parliament Votes to Ban Smacking of Children
Scottish MSPs vote 80-29 to ban physical punishment of children, removing the 'justifiable assault' defence and prompting calls for England to follow.
Trump insists military involved in construction of $400m White House ballroom
President Trump says the US military is involved in building his $400m White House ballroom, despite backlash and a lawsuit.
Trump says US will 'run' Venezuela after Maduro captured and flown to New York
US special forces capture Venezuela's president Nicolás Maduro, and Donald Trump says the US will temporarily run the country, prompting international condemnation.
Gary Lineker: BBC 'too influenced' by governments in impartiality remarks
Gary Lineker says BBC 'too influenced' by governments while defending its trustworthiness, amid impartiality concerns and licence fee review.
Mandelson Faces Losing Peerage Over Epstein Ties and Lobbying
Lord Mandelson faces losing his peerage over Epstein ties and lobbying, after resigning Labour membership amid a review of his conduct.
Holocaust survivor’s Cabinet address leaves ministers in tears
Mala Tribich, 95, moved Cabinet ministers to tears as the first Holocaust survivor to address a UK Cabinet meeting, urging action against antisemitism.
Trump Airport Rebranding Hit by Funding Dispute
Funding row leaves Trump's Palm Beach airport rebranding incomplete as county refuses to pay shortfall.
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