Burnham's Manchester Years Set Him on Road to No 10
Andy Burnham's transformation from struggling MP to Greater Manchester mayor and now prime minister-in-waiting, as detailed in a Guardian profile.
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Violence against MPs reshaping UK democracy, warns Jo Cox Foundation
Rising hostility transforms political work into personal risk, moving MPs away from constituents. Jo Cox Foundation calls for broader societal change beyond physical security.
BrewDog founder faces GDPR complaints over shareholder emails
James Watt, BrewDog founder, faces data privacy complaints after emailing thousands of former crowdfunding investors about a buy-back bid, prompting ICO investigation.
Lancashire 'forever chemicals' scandal deepens as factory closes
AGC Chemicals Europe closes its Thornton-Cleveleys plant after Environment Agency probes historic Pfoa emissions; residents face health concerns and cleanup costs.
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Rape victim wanted to take man for 'all he's worth', court hears
A cousin of a woman who accused a well-connected man of rape told a witness she would take him for 'all that he's worth', a Melbourne court has heard.
Andy Burnham's Cabinet: Options and Dilemmas
Andy Burnham becomes PM on Monday. Here are the key choices and challenges he faces in assembling his first cabinet.
China slams UK nationalisation of British Steel
China's Ministry of Commerce says nationalisation of British Steel deals 'severe blow' to Chinese investment confidence, as UK government takes ownership to protect steel production.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Revives Classic Side-Scroller
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse launches October 2025, set in 1499 Paris. Players control Rose Belmont, facing Joan of Arc as a boss. Evil Empire and Konami revive the metroidvania with a versatile whip and XP system.
Hanson laments end of White Australia policy in Tommy Robinson interview
Pauline Hanson told far-right activist Tommy Robinson that ending the White Australia policy created migration problems, and named her daughter as One Nation's future.
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Trump claims China meddled in 2020 election, critics warn of ploy
Trump accused China of interfering in the 2020 election in a speech opponents call a smokescreen to challenge midterm results. He declassified intelligence but provided no evidence of vote flipping.
Moira Deeming disendorsed as Victorian Liberal candidate
Moira Deeming has been disendorsed as a Victorian Liberal candidate for the upcoming state election after dropping a legal challenge against the party.
NSW woman arrested in Dezi Freeman probe
A 58-year-old NSW woman has been arrested by Victoria Police for allegedly assisting the movements of Dezi Freeman, the sovereign citizen who killed two officers.
Over 200 countries back Infantino for fourth Fifa term
Gianni Infantino has the formal endorsement of more than 200 Fifa member associations for re-election as president, despite the Balogun scandal. Only a handful of FAs have not declared support.
Concacaf whistleblower: Fifa survived Blatter, Warner, Infantino
Mel Brennan, former Concacaf executive, discusses the 2015 corruption scandal, missed reforms, and why football governance remains opaque, in an interview with The Guardian.
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ICE arrests Chinese human rights lawyer Wu Shaoping
Chinese human rights lawyer Wu Shaoping, awaiting US asylum, was arrested by ICE in Pennsylvania, risking deportation to China where he faces persecution.
Lindsey Graham’s Death Leaves Complex Legacy in South Carolina
Senator Lindsey Graham’s sudden death at 71 leaves South Carolina mourning its longest-serving senator and scrambling for a successor, while his political evolution from maverick to Trump ally sparks debate.
Multistate lawsuit seeks to block Paramount's $111bn merger
12 Democratic state attorneys general sue to stop the $111bn Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery merger, citing antitrust violations and reduced competition in film and cable TV.
Trump attacks US election integrity in unverified address
Donald Trump accused China of meddling in the 2020 election in a primetime address, casting doubt on US electoral integrity. Top officials hosted a 66-nation meeting to discuss leftist violence.
US Gerontocracy Debate: Are Politicians Too Old?
The death of Senator Lindsey Graham and Mitch McConnell's return spark renewed debate on age limits in US politics, with experts calling it a gerontocracy.
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Trump admin's manhood guide: testosterone, corn dogs, Iran war
Pete Hegseth mandates testosterone screening for troops; JD Vance frets over corn dogs and Biden's ice-cream; Trump teleprompter operator allegedly made $100,000 on bets.
Jackdaw Gasfield to Create Only 27 Direct Jobs
Industry documents reveal the Jackdaw gasfield will create just 27 direct full-time jobs, as campaigners urge PM Andy Burnham to reject new North Sea drilling.
England players threaten walk-off over racist abuse in Argentina
England captain Jamie George says the team may walk off the pitch if racist abuse recurs in Saturday's Test against Argentina, following last year's incidents targeting black players.
Trump slashes foreign journalist visas to 240 days
The Trump administration announced drastic cuts to foreign journalist visas, reducing stays from five years to 240 days, with Chinese journalists limited to 90 days.
Zelenskyy's dismissal of Fedorov exposes leadership flaws
Volodomyr Zelenskyy's abrupt dismissal of innovative defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, despite gains in drone warfare and reforms, has sparked protests and criticism over leadership and internal rivalry.
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China's visa-free policy boosts tourism and global image
China's expanded visa-free travel policy has led to a surge in foreign tourists, with 17.8 million entering without a visa in H1 2026, aiming to boost the economy and improve its global image.
China slams UK steel nationalisation; water firm warns
China expresses strong dissatisfaction over UK's nationalisation of British Steel. South East Water warns of 'material uncertainty' over its survival. Dover braces for EU border chaos.
Burnham's tea method: milk first, no legislation ban
Incoming PM Andy Burnham answers quickfire TikTok questions, revealing he puts milk in first when making tea, and opposes Yorkshire pudding with Christmas turkey.
US strikes Iran civilian sites; Iran retaliates
US military strikes hit civilian infrastructure in southern Iran, including bridges and a port, killing eight. Iran retaliates by attacking US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, and Qatar.
Burnham Team May Reshape Bank of England Mandate
Andy Burnham's team may overhaul the Bank of England's mandate to include growth, sparking debate on central bank independence and coordination.
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Trump speech raises fears of midterm interference
Donald Trump's primetime speech rehashing unverified 2020 election claims sparks alarm among Democrats and voting rights groups, who see it as a pretext to tamper with November's midterm results.
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