Andy Burnham vows to set up No 10 North
Andy Burnham pledges to create 'No 10 North' and rebalance power across the UK in his first major policy speech since launching his bid to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister.
Category : Politics
Andy Burnham's 'No 10 North' speech: Devolution plans
Andy Burnham, in his first major speech as MP for Makerfield, proposes a 'No 10 North' to fix a 'broken' Westminster system, promising devolution and massive council housebuilding.
Freed After Murder Arrest, Man Killed Again, Court Hears
Simon Levy, 40, arrested for suspected murder in March 2025, was freed by police and allegedly killed another woman four months later, his trial at the Old Bailey has heard.
Rescuers Save 21-Year-Old Trapped 106 Hours in Venezuela
Venezuela's acting president confirms rescue of Aaron Levi Cantillo Vargas, 21, after 106 hours under rubble in Caraballeda.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
David Hencke obituary: Guardian journalist who exposed scandals
David Hencke, award-winning Guardian investigative journalist, died at 79. He exposed the cash-for-questions scandal and Peter Mandelson's home loan, leading to ministerial resignations.
Cartoon: Andy Burnham's first major policy speech
Ben Jennings cartoon satirises Andy Burnham's first major policy speech, highlighting political ambitions and public perception.
Letters: Wimbledon interviews and reader views
Readers express frustration with Wimbledon media duties, rail services, HS2 delays, weather forecast language, and Bad Bunny's identity.
Readers propose new uses for Buckingham Palace after move
After King Charles III and Queen Camilla will not live at Buckingham Palace post-refurbishment, readers suggest turning it into temporary Parliament, a Wetherspoon's pub, or a B&B.
Supreme Court Grants Trump Power to Fire Agency Chiefs
The US Supreme Court ruled in Trump v Slaughter that presidents can fire leaders of independent agencies, overturning a 1935 precedent. Critics warn of authoritarian risks.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Nato chief confident Burnham will meet defence spending target
Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte expressed confidence that incoming UK PM Andy Burnham will adhere to the alliance's 3.5% GDP defence spending target, citing economic benefits.
Luigi Mangione federal trial set for January 2027
Luigi Mangione's federal trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is scheduled for January 2027, with jury selection starting January 5 and opening statements on January 25.
Trump claims Iran agreed to peace talks in Doha
Donald Trump says Iran has agreed to hold talks in Doha on Tuesday after US and Iranian forces exchanged fire in the strait of Hormuz, threatening a ceasefire deal.
Centrists Push for Schism After Socialist Primary Wins
After DSA primary victories, centrist Democrats call for a formal break with the progressive wing, with figures like James Carville and Jaime Harrison escalating rhetoric.
Aftershock terrifies Venezuelans after twin quakes
A 4.6 magnitude aftershock rattled Caracas and La Guaira five days after twin earthquakes killed at least 1,450 people, triggering panic and deepening the humanitarian crisis.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
5 Expert Tips on What to Wear in Extreme Heat
As Europe and the US face record heatwaves, experts recommend natural fibers like cotton and linen, loose fits, and strategic colors to stay cool and comfortable.
Supreme Court: Trump Cannot Fire Fed Governor Without Cause
The Supreme Court ruled Trump's firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook unconstitutional, a win for central bank independence. In another case, it upheld presidential power to fire independent agency heads.
Harborne unlikely to bypass UK overseas donation cap
Christopher Harborne, a Thailand-based crypto investor who donated £15m to Reform UK, may not bypass a planned £100k cap on overseas donations even if registered to vote in Hampshire.
Venezuela quake tests state capacity and Trump pledges
A 7.2 and 7.5 earthquake in Venezuela killed 1,450, caused $6.7bn damage, exposing state failure and US aid gaps.
Burnham's speech: radical devolution challenge to Thatcherism
Andy Burnham's 'Rewiring Britain' speech proposes radical devolution and public control, challenging Thatcherite policies. Success depends on Whitehall yielding real power and resources.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Resident doctors accept pay deal, ending NHS strikes
Resident doctors in England voted to accept a government pay and jobs deal, ending strikes that cost the NHS £1bn since 2023. The deal includes a 6.6% pay uplift and 4,500 extra training places.
David Beckham near Katherine Jenkins at Wimbledon amid feud
David Beckham and Katherine Jenkins sat close at Wimbledon, reigniting memories of their decade-old feud over leaked emails and affair rumors.
Russian recruits survive only 30 minutes on frontline
Russian recruits are expected to survive barely half an hour on the frontline, with eight Russians killed or injured for every Ukrainian, says Oxford professor Peter Frankopan.
City Plan 2040 Delayed Over Tower of London Concerns
The Government has delayed the City of London Corporation's City Plan 2040 to scrutinize its impact on the Tower of London, prompting accusations of being 'anti-growth'.
Ealing crash: man charged with attempted murder injures five
Ahmed Timir, 34, allegedly drove through a red light on Ealing Broadway, hitting multiple pedestrians and causing serious injuries including broken facial bones and a broken pelvis.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Enfield Council defends Pride flag decision
Enfield Council leader Alessandro Georgiou defends not flying the Pride flag, calling it a move for 'clarity and consistency', while Labour criticizes it as a 'slap in the face'.
Russians clash over fuel after Ukrainian drone strikes
Motorists fight at petrol stations across Russia after Ukrainian drone strikes disrupt oil infrastructure, causing long queues and violence as shortages spread.
Top Boy actor Micheal Ward on trial for rape
Micheal Ward, 28, is accused of five sexual offences against a woman he met at an 'all-white party' in east London in January 2023, including rape in a car.
Tess Daly wears wedding ring at Wimbledon after split
Tess Daly, 57, sported her wedding ring at Wimbledon on June 29, 2026, weeks after announcing her amicable split from Vernon Kay after over two decades of marriage.
Biden calls Trump a 'loser' at Democrats gala
Joe Biden called Donald Trump a 'loser' at a Maryland Democrats gala, attacking his $400M East Wing project and $16M reflecting pool amid Trump's 30% approval rating.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Reform UK picks TV star for Greater Manchester mayor race
Reform UK has announced Sian Astley, a former BBC property show star, as its candidate to replace Andy Burnham as Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Page 9 of 911
