Burnham's PMQs Debut: A Win Against Badenoch's Missteps
Andy Burnham's first PMQs as PM saw him score points against Kemi Badenoch, highlighting tax cuts and blaming Tory economic failures, despite a tense start.
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NYC to Ban Student AI Use in Public Schools Through 8th Grade
New York City will prohibit student AI use in public schools through eighth grade, starting next week, as part of a sweeping tech overhaul affecting 900,000 students.
Clooney backs Ruffalo's free speech in Paramount-Warner row
George Clooney defends Mark Ruffalo's right to criticize the $111bn Paramount-Warner Bros merger, citing job loss fears and supporting free speech amid antisemitism accusations.
Trump-Putin Ties: Deference, Kompromat, and Ukraine's Cost
Luke Harding examines Trump's deference to Putin, citing ideology, kompromat, and consequences for Ukraine, including halted military aid and Patriot missile refusal.
Burnham and Badenoch Clash at First PMQs
Andy Burnham faced Kemi Badenoch at his first PMQs, discussing borrowing costs, spending, and welfare reductions, offering cross-party cooperation.
Killer who stabbed grandmother admits Vauxhall friend murder
Daniel Levy, 48, pleaded guilty to murdering Abdul Kaleem Shaik, 41, in Vauxhall on New Year's Eve. Levy had previously killed his grandmother in 2000.
Guinea-Bissau backs new constitution boosting president
Guinea-Bissau voters approved a new constitution with 70% support, expanding presidential powers, cutting parliament seats, and setting residency rules for candidates ahead of December elections.
Global bond sell-off worsens as UK gilt yield hits 5.3%
UK 10-year gilt yield nears 5.3%, highest since 2008, as global bond sell-off resumes, cutting fiscal headroom and pressuring John Healey's first budget.
Burnham faces PMQs as UK borrowing costs hit 1998 high
Andy Burnham faces Kemi Badenoch at PMQs today after UK borrowing costs hit their highest since 1998, eroding £12bn of fiscal headroom. A Resolution Foundation report suggests tax rises may be needed for defence spending.
EU to Discuss Response to Leipzig Drone Attack
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas calls Russia's Leipzig airport drone attack 'state-sponsored terrorism' as EU ministers meet in Ireland to discuss response.
Sadiq Khan urged to condemn RSS chief's UK visit
Mayor of London faces calls to condemn RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's UK tour, as campaigners cite the group's history of violence and discrimination.
Ray Hadley admits homophobic slur at Jones trial
Ray Hadley used a homophobic slur against Alan Jones after 2GB withdrew a $4m breakfast radio offer, the Sydney court heard on Wednesday.
UK-Australian couple win more child access in Italy case
An Italian court approved a staged reunification for Nathan Trevallion and Catherine Birmingham, allowing daytime visits immediately and weekend overnight stays from October, under social services supervision.
Tiger Woods to change plea in Florida DUI case
Tiger Woods will change his not guilty plea in a Florida DUI case at a Wednesday hearing, following a March rollover crash near his home.
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to sanctions plot
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong pleaded guilty on Wednesday to conspiring to seek foreign sanctions against Hong Kong and China, a national security charge carrying a maximum life sentence.
Australia's Privacy Reform: A Rare Chance to Rein in Big Tech
Australia proposes first major Privacy Act overhaul in 40 years, introducing a fair-and-reasonable test and right to erasure, but enforcement gaps remain.
US defends Venezuela oil deal amid democracy concerns
US officials defend a deal giving Washington control of 65bn barrels of Venezuelan oil, arguing it will rebuild democracy, but opposition remains skeptical.
ICE agents could be sent to polling places, says US security chief
Homeland security secretary Markwayne Mullin says ICE officers could be deployed to polling sites if there is a threat or a warrant, despite federal law barring armed agents at elections.
Army Secretary Resigns After Hegseth Clashes
Daniel Driscoll resigned as Army Secretary after 18 months, following clashes with Pete Hegseth. Senator Jack Reed warns of 'hollowed out' leadership.
US to Require Parents' Citizenship Proof for Child Passports
The US State Department proposes requiring parents to prove citizenship when applying for children's passports, enforcing Trump's executive order targeting birth tourism.
Dutch Shootout: 34 Arrested, One Dead in Overasselt
Dutch police arrested 34 people after a fatal pre-dawn shootout in Overasselt, killing a 51-year-old security guard and wounding two officers, linked to drug lord Jos Leijdekkers.
Deported Trump supporter slams US immigration policies
Milo Yiannopoulos, deported to the UK after arrest in New Orleans, says he is 'ashamed' of backing Trump and calls US immigration enforcement 'brutal'.
Judd Trump slams 'terrible' snooker rankings after losing No.1 spot
Judd Trump criticizes the snooker rankings as 'terrible' and 'not accurate', arguing the system is too top-heavy and fails to reward consistency after losing the world No.1 spot to Zhao Xintong.
Florida executes Harold Lucas, 14th this year
Harold Gene Lucas, 74, was executed in Florida for the 1976 murder of Jill Piper, becoming the state's 14th execution this year, with two more dates set.
Deported Yiannopoulos 'ashamed' of Trump support
Milo Yiannopoulos, deported to the UK after ICE arrest, says he was 'really, really terrified' and is 'ashamed' of backing Trump.
Corrections: Ballantine obituary and Kew Palm House
The Guardian corrects Sheila Ballantine's birth year and age, and clarifies Kew Gardens' Palm House closure during renovation.
Lizzo stylist lawsuit dismissed by federal judge
A federal judge dismissed the remaining claims in Asha Daniels' lawsuit against Lizzo's production company, ruling the allegations did not meet legal standards for workplace hostility or disability discrimination.
Pentagon AI Chief Sold Up to $25M in Perplexity Stock
Emil Michael, the Pentagon's top AI official, sold up to $25 million in Perplexity stock in June, following earlier xAI profits, raising ethics concerns.
Burnham: Brexit and Thatcher caused UK's low growth
Prime Minister Andy Burnham blamed Brexit and Thatcher-era policies for a decade of low growth, pledging 'substantial change' in his first Commons speech.
UK to halt West Bank settlement support, Miliband tells MPs
Ed Miliband promises a 'comprehensive reset' of UK policy, vowing to stop British companies from financing or building illegal West Bank settlements, despite Israeli threats.
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